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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1909
Page
2
The article marks the one hundredth anniversary of Abraham Lincoln birth with solemn nationwide ceremonies. It honors Lincoln as second only to Washington in national impact and notes widespread commemorations extending to distant communities.
Terre Haute and Southwestern Railway filed articles of incorporation in Indiana with a capital of 50000 dollars. The line aims to run steam cars from Terre Haute to Illinois cities, extend into Missouri, and connect Vigo and Sullivan counties to the Wabash river forming the Indiana Illinois boundary. Directors named: H. H. Taussig, H. H. C. Pugh, M. G. Watson, Robert Herkimer, S. C. Mefiean, A. B. Bement, and Charles Minshall.
The piece honors Abraham Lincoln as a compassionate leader who guided the country through war and set a model of liberty. It notes the tragedy of his death on both sides of the Mason-Dixon line and calls for unity as the nation marks his memory with gratitude for his restrained, charitable approach to governance.
A teacher who plans to practice medicine in Farmershore has decided to move back this week and will join his father in the family practice once again.
County commissioners scheduled Wednesday March 3 as the local option election date under the new law. Robert Taylor and W M Draper of this city were selected as election commissioners.
The W R C and the G A R of this city will celebrate the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth next Saturday evening with exercises at the M E church. Rev Murphy will deliver the address.
Sullivan Council No. 73 R S 4 will be inspected by the grand inspector next Monday night. Work is also planned during the session.
The notice urges awareness that chronic constipation leads to piles fistula ulceration and various rectal diseases and claims Dr Crowley offers a cure after testing ten remedies. It warns that most medicines form drug habits and worsen constipation while alleging Crowley relieves all symptoms.
Pennsylvania Railroad officials unveil plans for a three mile long steel bridge linking Port Morris and Woodside with Hell Gate’s main span of about one thousand feet. Four tracks, dual towers, granite piers, and a floor hung from the arch are features designed for two 190 ton locomotives. Estimated cost between fifteen and twenty million dollars.
A brief sale item notes cedar fence vests priced at 17 percent discounts while stock lasts. The snippet includes stray text LUNG & WARTLED: 27tf, offering little context beyond the sale claim.
Joe S. Reed describes a February 2 fire that nearly destroyed the South Side of Sullivan and contrasts a recent blizzard with winter cold in Florida. He praises the local firemen, notes long residence at Nos. 2 and 4, and expresses shock at the loss while commending neighbors and authorities.
Elmer Harris of Fairbanks Township pleaded guilty in circuit court to stealing a horse and buggy from Ira Wilson. Judge Henderson sentenced him to the state prison for an indeterminate period after indictment by the grand jury.
H R Ford and brother Hud Ford acquire Roy Cowles grocery on the west side of the square after a south side fire left their former business burned out. Cowles shifts to carpet and drapery sales on the west side.
Mrs. Townsley aged sixty five died after three years of illness. Widow of H M Townsley she lived with her son Edward L Townsley local mail carrier. Funeral held Sunday in Vincennes with Bert Townsley of Springfield Mass and Edward L Townsley at her bedside. She was aunt of Mrs James Wallace.
Washington reports progress on mussel investigations by the bureau of fisheries in Indiana. Teams from Indiana universities examined the Wabash and White rivers, studying species distribution, breeding, parasites, and especially shell quality for button making. Officials see potential for a regional pearl mussel industry and a new biological station in the Mississippi valley.
John B. McKinney of Staffordshire will hold a public sale on Tuesday February 16 at his home in Staffordshire. After many years in business he plans retirement and will relocate to Sullivan.
Grand Inspector Shirley of the Grand Chapter R. A. M. of Indiana will inspect the Sullivan chapter Saturday evening February 8. The Royal Arch degree work will be conducted there and also Friday night in the same degree. February 2.
The Indianapolis Southern offers special excursion tickets to New Orleans for Mardi Gras at 21.35 dollars Sullivan to New Orleans and return. Tickets on sale February 16 to 22. Return passage must depart New Orleans by March 1, 1909. Contact Ben Stone, local agent, for full information.
Captain W. T. Crawford spent several days last week in Indianapolis with his daughter Mrs. Neville Crowder, sightseeing and visiting friends.
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