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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1882
Page
5
The Sullivan Union reports on residents including M Everly Abe Frakes Frank Catlin and Judge Massie. It mentions rail improvements, a new millinery store, a plan for humane cattle cars, court attendance, marriages, a death, local politics and a minstrel failed show.
Capt J Lockwood described as inventor of the town is linked to Mrs N C Meeker of Colorado whose husband was killed by Indians while at the White River Agency. A H Thornhill dies after illness at his residence. memorials by Masonic lodge. burial in Utica Ohio with lodge escort.
Sewell Coulgan Jr of Sullivan is in Washington to push a $3900 bill for services rendered the government near the end of the Civil War. The claim covers fees for defending Johnson McCormick and others linked to the arrest of Andy Humphreys. Approved by two Secretaries of War, it has not been funded by Congress.
A summary of costs in narrow gauge railroad litigation lists clerks sheriffs printers and various fees totaling 16 814 45. Items include T J Wolfe commissioner 1 500 00 J C Black receiver 7 800 00 and other charges for stenographers printing recever sales and advertising. The piece notes additional claims by Mr Coule son 3 500 and John T Scott 5 000 not yet reported.
Frank Osburn sued Marion Coulter for damages but the jury returned a verdict for the defendant. They awarded no damages exceeding the ax handle broken over Osburns head. Osburn plans to move for a new trial and likens the verdict to Guiteau’s fate if unsuccessful.
The Carlisle based Rotramel and Gwin face a possible relocation to this locality. We hope the report proves true.
Those seeking well made work by the county’s best mechanic should visit the Planing Mill of J. F. Hoke and J. F. Robertson. February 1.
This notice endorses Electric Bitters as a public benefit and a true cure for biliousness fever and ague stomach liver and kidney complaints where other remedies fail. It states the product is sold by Crownsr & Rep for fifty cents a bottle and it is recommended to all.
The McCammon hotel will not be ready for the grand blow out for several days. Bill says he don’t propose to open until he’s ready. Duprez & Benedict performed on the streets as a big show. Our new press is arriving this week and subscribers in arrears are urged to come and help pay for it.
Citizens debate town fire protection funding with factions backing different amounts. The Democrat favors $4,000 while The Times asserts $10,000 to $12,000 is prudent and essential. The Union is noted as not an official voice.
A sudden Saturday night chill lends the boys extra time on the ice. The Methodist social is set for Thursday at Mr and Mrs J P Stratt's home while the Presbyterian social gathers Friday at Mr and Mrs J A Hays residence.
The spring term begins Monday February 27 and runs for three months with review classes in reading orthography penmanship arithmetic grammar history and physiology. Pupils keep existing books and no new purchases are needed. Tuition is 6 per term or 2 per month. Interested teachers are invited to visit. Apply to the board of trustees or superintendent O J Crate.
Observers cite suppression by "official organs" to avoid arousing opposition. The Harlem Salt River piece faced silencing amid concerns it might provoke pushback or backlash from readers and authorities.
The petition to authorize up to 7000 for a fire engine and cisterns gains five eighths of town taxpayers’ signatures. Officials should investigate thoroughly before action, noting steam engines may be impractical on mud streets and that any purchase must be usable and wisely justified.
The Brown v. Eaton transcript of judgment in St. Louis was heard by Judge Scott last week. Attorneys cited authorities to extend the hearing and keep the judge reading until the next term, with the judge taking his own time to decide the case.
An advertised remedy promises a complete treatment for catarrh using witch hazel pine and floral extracts. The product, Banford's Radical Cure, is marketed as a pure wholesome distillation and offered for sale at $1.
An offer to purchase Clover and Timothy is announced by Joh and Sons with price details noted as of January 25. The notice emphasizes timing and terms for interested parties and related stake implications.
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