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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1909
Page
6
Terre Haute Commercial Club banquet featured Speaker Congressman John C Chaney who urged river improvements to create a nine foot depth on the Wabash. Chaney said deep waterways cut transport costs and linked rivers to rail lines, calling for a coordinated plan of river and rail development.
Lon Mitchell of Middletown died after a streetcar collision on Hulman Street in Terre Haute as he returned home. He died at Union hospital at 3 o clock. He leaves a wife and two sons. He was county councilman of Vigo county at his death. Funeral will be Saturday at 10 o clock with interment in Piety’s cemetery near Middletown.
Mrs Vina Smith died at her home on Johnson street last Wednesday morning at 9 30 of heart failure She is survived by her husband two children Dorothy eight Emma Louise nine days Her brothers include Albert Campbell Farmersburg J C Campbell Hamilton township H B Campbell and Mrs Wilkey Herbert and Mrs G G Billman Evansville She belonged to the Presbyterian church and Sullivan Rebekah lodge Funeral services were held at the residence Friday morning conducted by Rev Vawter and Rev Sammis Burial was at Center Ridge cemetery
The article touts Dr. Crowley claiming remarkable success in treating piles and rectal diseases without surgery. It asserts piles signal general system illness and lists ailments such as dropsy constipation and liver stomach and kidney issues as potential causes.
Washington reports Representative Foster of Evansville expects he and Representative Chapman of Illinois to secure some form of appropriation for survey work on the lower Wabash river when the river and harbor bill is acted. He notes subcommittee support for the Wabash and favors starting surveys at the river mouth, with possible extension toward Terre Haute.
The Star Reduction Works near Sullivan on the Indianapolis Southern railroad announces new ownership with Christian Pluffman HE OW Hicks and August Kellersohn directing. Hicks serves as secretary treasurer and Christian Paavonian is president. About $12,000 has been invested to outfit the plant with modern machinery, aiming to position it as a leading local enterprise.
The Warren Worth Beiles and Edward Homer Baileys, proprietors of the Johnstown Daily Democrat, have purchased the building and ground at 528 and 520 Main Street and plan to move the Democrat to that home after April. The two men were early Carlisle newspaper figures, once owners of the Carlisle Democrat.
Gus Morris disposes of his Shelburn Mercantile interest to Sam W. Woodsmall and moves to Terre Haute to run a grocers business at the corner of 21st Street and Third Avenue. He and his family leave many friends here who regret their departure.
At Socialist headquarters in Shelburn on February 2 a debate will feature the resolution that the Socialist movement is selfish. Perry Clark leads the affirmative side while Robert Nees chairs the negative in the event’s main discussion.
Shelburn February 2 George Wheeler a well known local ball player has signed with the Terre Haute Central league team for 1908 He is at home and in good condition He expects to lead the batting average race this season.
A union service of all Protestant churches was held Sunday morning at the M E church in honor of Rev J H Sammis former pastor of the local Presbyterian church who will soon depart to lead his work in Los Angeles California.
Mr and Mrs Walter Thomas of Greencastle visited Mrs Thomas's parents Mr and Mrs Charles Campbell here last week.
Joe S. Reed has moved to New Smyrna Florida to join his family and stay for the remainder of the winter season.
Advert shows Mother Gray's Australian Leaf as a universal remedy for back pain urinaly bladder or kidney trouble and other women’s ills. Claims a safe regulator, available at druggists or by mail for 50 cents with a free sample offer from The Mother Gray Co LeRoy NY 2514.
Mrs. Rachel L. Arnold longtime Carlisle resident dies at daughter’s home in Swayzee Indiana January 25 1909 after long illness Funeral services held at Christian church Carlisle January 27 1969 obituary notes born April 22 1831 married 1851 to George G Arnold with six children three predeceased and others in Kentucky Carlisle and Colorado later life spent with daughter Mrs D L Spears at Swayzee Indiana
Sullivan lodge of Elks holds open house tomorrow from 1 to 6 pm at its new home and invites friends to inspect. Tomorrow evening a ball and concert featuring the Lyric Symphony Orchestra of Cincinnati and vocalist Miss Florence O Ephan will be staged, expected to be a premier social event of the season.
A large group from Sullivan and Greene counties rode to Indianapolis to testify before the House Committee on Courts about the Bland Superior Court bill for Linton. Proponents urged a separate circuit while opponents from Bloomfield pressed against the plan. The committee will decide after considering petitions and speeches from both sides.
The Vincennes Commercial reports the arrest of Edward Johnson in Vincennes on a charge of a grave crime involving a 5 or 6 year old girl. Police captured him after his brother Dick Johnson was detained. Johnson denies the accusation as authorities prepare a speedy trial.
If you are a trifle sensitive about the size of your shoes it’s some satisfaction to know that many people can wear a shoe a size smaller by sprinkling Allen’s Foot-Ease into them. Just the thing for patent leather shoes and for breaking in new shoes. Sold everywhere 25c. 2514
Advertisement seeking a educated man or woman to travel selling household articles and specialties. Earn salary of 3.50 dollars per day above expenses. Apply at The Alexander Supply Company 356 Dearborn Street Chicago.
The advertisement claims Dr Crowley can cure rheumatism sciatica lumbago paralysis liver stomach lungs and heart diseases. It asserts early cancer can be cured without cutting or burning operations. It invites afflicted individuals to call for satisfactory treatment and notes cures for headaches neuralgia and nervous disturbances.
A health prospect asserts women face numerous catarrhal diseases and claims remedies fail none, offering free medicine in every case where satisfaction or proven benefit is not achieved. The statement promises risk free treatment if results are not satisfactory.
An advertisement asserts catarrh cures come from the blood not local remedies. Rexall Mucu Tone, claim 98 percent cures under a physician’s regimen, purifies blood, stops discharge, kills germs, and restores health. Reed & Batey, druggists in Sullivan Indiana offer a guaranteed money back if not benefitted.
Caledonia reports Oscar MM. Nall named postmaster to fill the vacancy after J. P. McBride resigns. The appointment was announced February 2 with Nall taking office promptly.
Cedar fence posts offered at 17 percent discount while stock lasts. Local ad notes limited quantities and in-store pickup.
Curiosities about the calendar state no century begins on Wednesday Friday or Sunday. The same calendar recurs every s1 days and every other month. Year start and end days align. The rules fail for that year when comparing the day before and after February 29.
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