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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1881
Page
4
A political bid centers on Traimen seeking state office but must satisfy residency rule demanding origin in Vig, provoking debate over eligibility and regional representation. Supporters argue local ties, opponents cite constitutional requirements and electoral fairness.
A fragment recalls a past saying about Irish workers and shifts to a regional twist asserting only those from Vigo state would qualify. The line hints at local sentiment or ironic regional caricature in a historical context.
One week from today the Electoral Count will occur in the presence of both Houses of Congress. The event marks an orderly constitutional procedure overseen by leaders and members from the Senate and the House.
The article notes Express signed Reason concedes Sullivan county’s entitlement to the judgeship but argues the seat should be in Terre Haute since most Circuit business is there. It counters with Gunn’s pledge to reside in Terre Haute during his term if appointed.
The attempt to convict Al len Osborn of election law violations ended without evidence. A grand jury heard the case but returned a verdict of retinue after a brief session, with no jurors leaving the box.
The Democratic majority in the State Senate secured most appointive offices after organizing. Governor Gray acted within hours and made appointments as Republican members were absent. Democrats leveraged the moment to confirm appointments, a move described as shrewd and well executed.
Governor Porter names Hon. Harvey D. Scott to fill the Potterson vacancy in the circuit, drawing strong Republican ire. A caustic Indy Journal letter reflects local frustration as Sullivan County Republicans say they have labored without reward for 35 years and expected some recognition in this appointment.
The Indianapolis Journal letter titled Justice criticizes Governor Porter for naming Harry D. Scott over John T. Guion for Circuit Court judge. It argues appointment should favor broad public benefit, notes Vigo and Sullivan counties, Guthness, political alignments, and discusses local church and temperance activities in Curry Township.
Graysville discusses Grant and centralization while noting no change expected in Graysville postmaster under Garfield. railroad talk from Terre Haute to Merom stirs interest. Rev Akers illness ends Big Spring protracted meeting. Local real estate transfers appear as John T Kase prepares a saw mill site. Yeager Brothers advertise a Book Cave and Writing Desk.
Fine win as Shute home burns with contents due to open fireplace. Revival at the MBE church grows with fifty new members and many conversions. altar filled with penitents. Word of Miss Grace O Traver selling goods. organ feature enhances opening service. Miss Lon Barr leads. Coal mines remain active but more coal could sell if available. John Yates sells $45 worth of pictures to a family.
Mr M D Gray of Valentine visited Merom Sunday. C N J Bes of Rubicon warmed his toes with his father in law G W TiU Sunday. Rev L L Jackson stood in for Pres Smith, Rev E A Coil spoke at No 11 Sunday night. J L Durham of Graysville was in town last week calling on old friends. Will Wallar quit his Ils job and took a permanent post at Sindelers. Town gossip on janitors and local sidewalks. Miss Torna Shideler and Messrs Wallur Merritt visited Sullivan and Metteer church. A bottoms man Sirius caused a street incident before marshal Hughes intervened. A new market opened by the...
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