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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1902
Page
7
A health note promotes Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for stomach and digestion diseases. It shares a testimonial from Mrs Julia E Deal of Ostwalt North Carolina claiming relief after four bottles and a pellet, and mentions Pellets for constipation.
An old advertisement touts Dr King s New Life Pills as a cure for indigestion biliousness constipation sick headaches and stomach liver and bowel troubles. Claims millions are always at work day and night and promotes the product as easy pleasant safe and sure available for 25 cents at Joe K Smock s drug store.
The late James J. Snyder left a 1890 will to be managed by three church trustees. His widow India Snyder holds a life estate with the remainder split one half to Providence Christian Paxton, one fourth to Sullivan Christian, and one fourth to Carlisle Christian. Proceeds from real estate are to benefit ministers and churches. defunct trustees redirect shares to compliant churches. Distant relatives reportedly consider legal action to set aside the will.
Rosa Richardson of Laurel Springs North Carolina claims She was near death from consumption yet fully recovered after seven bottles of Dr King's New Discovery The ad touts it as a life saver for consumption pneumonia la grippe bronchitis coughs colds asthma hay fever croup and whooping cough with guaranteed 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles and free trial bottles at Jon K Smock's drug store
A letter from E W Mayfield of Louisville Ky describes his well being and strong tie to his home paper. He notes Louisville faced a sleet storm that damaged shade trees roofs and communications and made streets treacherous. He mentions Admiral Schley’s presence boosting local spirits as streetcars became preferred to walking.
Burlington Iowa locomotive fireman C W Bellamy describes illness and pain. He credits Electric Bitters with restoring health and strength after a bottle cured his weakness and lack of appetite. Contains a testimonial and price 50 cents.
Letter from Mrs Anna Weaver widow of W T Weaver requests Sullivan Union delivery to Linton Indiana after moving from Sullivan county following her husband’s death. She encloses one dollar for a year’s subscription and notes she has long read the paper at her father J M Barcus’s home and wishes to access pews at home.
An advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as superior for cuts corns burns boils sores felons chapped hands and skin eruptions with a guaranteed cure. It claims 28 cents at Joe K Smock's drug store and markets money to loan with 10 year terms and partial early payoff options. Also notes abstracts of title at reasonable prices and lists W F Wood of Hunt & Wood, Attorneys.
Mrs Willis and Mrs Higbee hosted a Thursday afternoon gathering at Mrs Higbee's home. A Sybil in oriental tent amazed guests with concealed identity Miss Sadie Kirkham as the Oracle. A mandolin orchestra played while Suocheon and pink white decorations graced the dining room. YWMS hosted a later reception at Mrs Mattie Stewart's home.
A Thursday night amateur show at Mr. and Mrs. Otto Krug showcased a society drama staged by Elois Buchanan. The cast included Hinkle Hays, Fay Eaton, Eunice Holmes, Marie Krug, Jean Crowder, Emerson Krug, Cliff Eaton, and others with Mrs Giddy Gaddy and Mr Jojohns.
Headache is caused by poor ventilation, overindulgence, lack of exercise, mental strain, excitement or malaria. Krause's Headache Capsules claim to cure severe cases and leave the head clear and cool. Price 25c. Sold by KE, E. Muebler.
Sam Aikire notes the February sport column continuation titled Mystery of the Louise resembles the Sullivan family houseboat once seen three years ago. He recalls the same name and shape matching the vessel sold to a buyer who towed it down Black River, a likely white river yarn.
Krause's Cold Cure is a remedy that can be taken without danger while performing daily duties and will relieve the most aggravated cold in 24 hours. Price 25c. Sold by E. E. Mueller.
An Oklahoma farmer visits town and buys a ticket for the Forty Thieves show with a $5 gold piece. He refuses the ticket after receiving change, saying he doesn’t want to see the other thirty nine and keeps the ticket.
California itineraries promote comfortable inexpensive travel on the Scenic Line to the Pacific Coast. Departures from Chicago on Thursdays via Scenic Line through Texas, from Kansas City on Fridays, and from the Southern Route on Wednesdays. For full itineraries and berth reservations, contact G. D. Bacon in Indianapolis.
The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway issues an illustrated booklet titled South Dakota Farms describing the Aberdeen to Missouri River region now served by a new line. It targets settlers considering relocation and offers copies for a two cent stamp to F A Miller, General Passenger Agent, Chicago.
The Handsomest Calendar of the season in ten colors features six beautiful heads from Moran reproductions. Issued by General Passenger Department of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway. Price is 25 cents. send to F. S. Miller, General Passenger Agent, Chicago, for delivery.
Notice is hereby given that the partnership between J. I. Holcomb and J. F. Hoke Jr. of Sullivan Indiana, doing business as Holcom & Hoke Mfg Co, is dissolved by mutual agreement. Hoke withdraws and Holcomb continues as The J. I. Holcob Mfg Co. Holcomb will pay all debts and collect all receivables. Names: J I Holcomb, J F Hoke Jr.
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