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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1892
Page
3
A Union paper urges readers to settle overdue accounts promptly, with a friendly tone and assurances of fair handling for those unable to pay. The message notes some debts date back years and promises to avoid mail reminders, hoping to clear arrears by year’s start. It also comments on Christmas trade, politics, and hopeful New Year sentiments.
A political editorial denounces proposed whisky taxation as a scheme by the whisky trust and other monopolies to profit from higher duties. It argues Republicans must oppose the plan to raise the tax from 90 cents to 1.25 per gallon, claiming existing stock would raise prices and favor a few distillers.
A Mexican border clash prompts fears of a growing revolt as reports claim 500 insurgents defeat government troops on the 17th. General Lostenas Rocha allegedly joined the rebels, raising concern of a broader movement that could threaten the Mexican government and spill into U.S. territory. The New York Press urges rapid troop reinforcement to prevent incursions.
The New York Press reports that Leland Stanford Jr University in San Francisco has asked President Harrison to deliver a course of law lectures after his retirement from office. If true, the choice would greatly benefit students, as Harrison is praised for his oratorical power, erudition, and clear graceful speech.
The Boston Herald and New York Press clash over a proposed tariff bill described as administrative in nature. Reports claim Cleve land supports drafting by the Treasury Secretary under presidential oversight, following Walker style precedent and Cobden influences.
Don Dickinson visited Speaker Crisp as a special confidential messenger from Mr. Cleveland to express dissatisfaction with Crisp's treatment at the Reform club and to assure Crisp of Cleveland's esteem. The move boosts Crisp's prospects of emerging ahead.
The Robinson Argus argues the upcoming Congress will bolster President Cleveland by countering the majority’s financial heresies. It praises a Republican house majority as protective of the people against financial mischief, citing past critical junctures in history.
The Georgia Legislature debated a bill to establish state banks pending repeal of the 10 percent tax on state bank circulation by Congress. A strong fight followed and the motion to table the measure passed 87 to 72, reported by Robinson Argus.
Don M Dickenson the putative Cleveland spokesman spoke with Speaker Crisp fueling speculation about an at home reception for Cleveland's envoy and leaving Congressman Johnson in sorrow while Edward Murphy eyes the possible honor in Washington.
The item notes playful reflections from the St. Louis Globe Democrat and Chicago News. It contrasts Cleveland’s speeches with the English language prowess and jokes about using a razor instead of a sword to settle disputes.
Albany December 12 Governor Flower pardoned Polly Frisch who in 1830 faced an arsenic murder indictment in Genesee county. After four trials and a death sentence later commuted to life imprisonment an expert report declared her insane, and she was then released. now she is deemed sane.
Local items note Pearly Allen in Bible business and Lloyd at Sullivan on Saturday. Residents enjoy fine winter weather while Birt Wood travels to Perre Haute and W H Bennett vacations in Bedford. Schools take a week off as H E Hopewell visits Washington and Vincennes. Dora Kilgore visits Battle Creek friends. Adlen heads to Cincinnati on Osad MM. Rev Photpson preaches a sermon series at S D Advent church. Christmas tree cantata at Me E church, Par nersburg, a success. Jennings and sister Moore visit Weldon Illinois. Farmersburg fairs desolate but improving. Presbyterian Sunday school plans a play Under the Spell at Brunker’s hall New Year’s Eve. RATT Len.
Job Barnett is in Hymera. C J McAnally was in Sullivan Friday. Mrs Chas Barnhart was in Sullivan last week. Wm Bear of Clay county was here Wednesday. Mr West died after six hours illness. Harve Curry died recently, leaves a large family. Mrs Matilda James died last week, survived by four daughters and two sons. Mr Self hires 8 ID Frazier to entertain pupils free. A democrat quip on Cleveland and substitutes. ReEroptican.
Geo Whipps family plans a move to Chicago soon. Henry French of Gills Prairie visited on Saturday. The Xmas tree event drew cheers. Malay Bros loading hogs reported. A child of John Willis suffered severe burns last Friday. Barrett and Hunt visited on legal business Monday. Two Paxton youths donated to school funds this week. Wm Hart and family visited relatives last weekend. George Hubble and Ed Wells of Meron traveled to Shoals Indiana. Young men celebrated Xmas by firing revolvers, endangering many. Niac Co and others noted.
Fred Bailey will spend Christmas at Bedford to see his best girl. Richard Bailey of Vincennes visited his parents, and Jas T Walter of Prairieton toured the area. A Christmas tree was held at the Bailey school for local children. The group toured Terre Haute including the piano works employing 3800 hands, with thanks to Mr. Allen for courtesies.
Mrs. I. N. Bush and family plan Christmas with Robt. Stewart. Walter Scott to spend holidays in Terre Haute. John Saville and wife home in Rosedale. other visitors from Sullivan and Terre Haute. Shelburn mines report oap day. band serenade. M. E. entertainment a success with praise for the little performers led by Patsy Ayers. A quilt from Orlando notes 4 234 names.
Brief note states handcuffs are used only in the United States. No additional context or details provided.
Miss Mary Kaufman received a valued watch while Wilson Raley praises corn cob pipes. Willie McKinley’s music delights guests as Harrison mulls stepping down in four years. The Girl and Buff clubs host Nias and Nana trees with Santa delivering treats, games, and gifts, ending with joy and a jelly good time.
The Sullivan Baptist Church hosted a crowded Saturday evening program with many attractive presents hung on a tree and arch. Miss Lillie Meadows led an entertaining program while six year old Miss Cora Lucas sang Cradie Hymn with a sweet clear voice touching all present.
Mrs Matilda James aged about 96 died at her Hymera residence Tuesday night after a nine day illness. Born in Virginia in June 1824 she lived in Ohio and Martin County before moving to this county twenty five years ago. She married Jacob James at age 15. he died in 1873. She leaves eight children six of whom survive: Mary Barnett Kittie Ann Dell Sarah Payne Starriett Gouchenour John James and Benj James. All but Benjamin reside in this county with Benjamin in Missouri. Buried in Illmera Wednesday afternoon Rev Denney conducted funeral services.
CYCLONE Inc notes a testimonial from Mrs E H Spivey dated Oct 3 1892 praising Dr Man-o-wa of Frankfort Indiana for catarrh throat and female illnesses. The piece mentions a June to December treatment period and a Dec 30 Sullivan Sullivan McCammon House visit with price range 2 to 5 dollars per month.
A series of real estate transfers lists multiple parties exchanging parcels of land across sections and townships. Notable entries include Jeph Whitman selling lot 11 in Dugger for 1200 dollars to Walter Kirkham, and Mary V. Kennedy acquiring part NE SW section 2 from Jackson Hinkle for 150 dollars. Major transaction totals include Mary Rodgers selling extensive tracts to Wm. Jones Jr. valued at 96000 dollars.
Col. C. W. Dean of Dayton Ohio was gunstruck at Port Hudson on June 14 1863 and endured years of head pain and weakness indoors. Since last June he has used Dr Miles Restorative Nervine and Nerve and Lives Pills and is now fully cured. Recommend the UNION to neighbors.
R G Dun and Co reports holiday trade unusually large in the north led by strong woolen and cotton goods demand. Iron and steel show weakness while dry goods shoes and furniture remain active. Prices firm with some machinery at full capacity. London to Pittsburgh ledgers and multiple U.S. centers cited for gains in wheat hides barley butter and other commodities.
The text argues youth is the period of sense ascendency and that education must align with brain development to avoid failure. It quotes Wesley Mills on infant observation guiding learning and cautions educators to respect natural growth before schooling. It then advertises Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy to restore health after illness and combat various ailments with a money back guarantee.
The ad claims a bold guarantee from the makers of Dr Sage's Catarrh Remedy. If the remedy cannot cure catarrh, the company offers a $500 cash reward. The promise aims to reassure skeptical readers about efficacy.
Vandalia Line wishes riders a Merry Christmas and announces excursion tickets at low rates on December 24 26 and January 1 2 1893. Tickets valid to local and connecting line points with return by January 38 1893. For details contact J M Chesbrougil Assistant General Passenger Agent St Louis Mo.
Holiday excursion tickets go on sale December 24 25 26 31 and January 1 2 at one and one third the round trip fare with return allowed until January 3 1893. Service includes Evansville route VIA to Nashville with through trains to Birmingham Montgomery New Orleans Atlanta Jacksonville and other southern cities all solid vestibule trains.
An advertising note outlines the Indianapolis Journal as a comprehensive daily paper. It promises thorough local, domestic, and foreign news plus market reports and state coverage. The notice emphasizes wide reading appeal and claims content is suitable for all general readers.
A promotion states 15 cents a week with an extra five cents for the Sunday Journal delivering more and better reading matter than any Indiana paper. The Weekly costs 1 dollar a year with liberal commissions to agents and direct subscription options.
Dr Morn O Wa claims a universal remedy for women and men suffering from weakness backaches sleeplessness and a list of ailments. He asserts permanent cures for piles epilepsy throat and lung diseases dropsy kidney trouble rheumatism and related conditions with vegetable remedies and no need to relocate.
300 Sullivan's Best Ctizens can receive a free 32 page book on Dr Barnes treatment and the Barnes Surgical Sntanum. The ad claims astonishing cures for catarrh cross eyes cataract rupture and other eye diseases with a urine examination and special attention to neglected cases.
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