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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1914
Page
4
A garbled set of names and lines reflects post primary political shifts. Various figures including Harper Davis and John Driver express job loss and ambitions, with others like James Watchme Bishop and Peter Again Over hinting at ongoing campaigns and future plans.
A humorous verse exchange features Col. Bob and John giving Valentine tokens to Pigg from a dozen suitors. The playful dialogue mocks pejorative pig imagery, with lines about liking the Pigg, a goatee, and a reference to a Mary Pri trip.
The canvassing board completed the official count at 1 30 this afternoon. Totals include Congress C T Akin 1340 and Charles D Hunt 2594. Prosecutor Pigg 2476 and Taylor 1459. Representative Bedwell 2772. Clerk Benefield 1380 Giles 1832 Burkholder 533. Auditor Daniels 1492 Botts 1000 Carter 1230. Treasurer Robert Gambill 2950. Recorder Roy Drennon 2779. Sheriff Ed Kelley 3002. Coroner James Neff 1779 McClanahan 910 Douglas 1018. Surveyor William L Sisson 2795. Assessor O T Criss 704 Cunningham 920 P D Over 669 Frank Hiatt 1336. Commissioner District 1 Mattix 1137 Thomson 962 Poston 811 Drake 672. Commissioner 3 Bishop 10283 Unrey 931 Driver 928 Davia 674.
Election results show each township’s trustee and assessor races. Names include Bert Workman James Kemp John Hunt James Hammel W. H. McGrew Thomas J. Parks A J Walters Arista Turpin Thomas Sevier Wilson McClellan James Latshaw T C Woodward Isaac Falkner Lewis Colvin Henry T. Smith Frank Crim Ford Prather Morton Harris Paris Drake Cecil Johnson Martin Drake Alpha De Baun O H Burke etc.
Augustus E. Willson former Kentucky governor speaks at Tomlinson Hall tomorrow afternoon while Congressman William E. Humphrey of Washington headlines the Republican editorial association banquet at the Claypool hotel tomorrow evening. Republicans statewide are invited to attend both events.
The Times alleged a Wilson endorsement in the late democratic primary but observed that voters did not think of Wilson in the booth. The surge was tied to township officer nominations and a congressional proposition, with Wilson scarcely influencing the outcome.
Mrs Patience Handford aged 75 died Sunday night at her North Main street home. Funeral held at her son George Handford’s residence conducted by Rev P C Lisman. Interment in Center Ridge cemetery. Born in England September 8 1838 she came to the United States forty years ago. Survived by daughters Mrs Anna Anderson Dugger and sons George and Sam Handford.
At the Ohio Valley Veterinary Medical Association annual meeting in Terre Haute, Dr C T Howard of this city was re elected secretary for the fifth time. His repeated selection reflects his skill in arranging engaging programs and the Terre Haute gathering featured advanced veterinary surgeries and the latest discoveries and ideas in the field.
The Republicans of the Second District at Linton convention unanimously reelected Will H. Hays of Sullivan as district chairman. The well attended gathering showed strong enthusiasm as Hays delivered an acceptance speech in his characteristic oratorical style. He has led the district for four years.
Jesse Pellans and his son with Clyde Fisher, miners, were in a runaway buggy that wrecked near Mrs. Ora McArthur's residence when a burning oil stove ignited the wreck. Miners nearby extinguished the fire. Pellans was pinned under the buggy and the boy thrown several feet. all escaped with minor bruises.
Charles Fox district secretary treasurer of District No. 11 United Mine Workers of America issued the call for the convention to be held at Linton starting March 10. More than 150 delegates from over 17 000 workers are expected to attend. The gathering will approve wage scale changes and constitutional amendments with a joint wage scale conference to follow. The international wage conference in Philadelphia will set prices and conditions, guiding local adjustments by district groups. District No. 11 will be represented in Philadelphia by William Houston Charles Fox K L Whitman Maren James Smith Linton John Hessler Hymera and B J Hixon West Terre Haute.
Harry Borders 22 died last Wednesday night at his sister Mrs Charles Davidson on BE Jackson street. Son of William Borders he traveled two years with Wallace Hagenbeck shows before illness. He leaves his father step mother sister and half brother. funeral Saturday at Davidson residence. Burial in Goffman cemetery.
Wm E Arnold of Scranton long linked to Bellevue coal mine era in Carlisle dies January 30 at his grandson's home. Born January 10 1834 in Lebannon, he studied civil engineering in Philadelphia and left a fortune in trust to his three grandsons. Funeral in Scranton. Also notes birthday gathering for Dessie Bailey and the death of Wm H Lewis in a Carlisle wagon camp.
Mr and Mrs Ed Akin depart Tuesday for St Petersburg Florida to spend the winter months. Ivin J Lester of Auraria Georgia arrives in Carlisle for several months. He enjoys the southern country but prefers home. Mrs Carl Knotts travels to Vincennes due to the death of her brother Charles Bennett from an appendicitis operation. P F Hooper came from Vincennes. he and family will relocate to Carlisle as he takes a bookkeeper post at the Chicago Carlisle coal mine and will occupy property on Vincennes street again.
Precinct committeemen from the county met at C. A. Price’s office after selection in townships. Dhrellie Chaney named county chairman with W. L. Laurent as vice chairman Walter F. Wood as secretary and C. A. Price treasurer. The group praised retiring county chairman T. J. Moover and endorsed Will H. Hays for district chairman re election.
Miss Carrie Yeager, cooperative weather observer for the county, reports for the week ending February 8: daily highs and lows range from 48 to 11 degrees with cloudy or clear conditions. Rainfall totals include .01 inches on February 8 and .28 inches on February 6.
Oliver Steel in Greene County last week obtained a six foot elks horn relic found in the gid bed of White River near Pasay. The artifact will be mounted by Mr. Steel and is said to carry embedded remains in the sand for many years.
In Bloomington Star, Arminta Jones practices church songs "Good Bye Dolly Gray" and "My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean." Squire Hartsock sent soft soap to the preacher. An organ grinder with a monkey collected money at church. The piece notes various locals and small events around Lickskillet, including health and amusements.
A Democratic conf erence at Linton aims to block a district wide primary for William A. Cullop. Opponents plan to seize county committees and void the April 8 primary, pushing for selection by convention. Sullivan County endorses Charles D. Hunt, signaling strong anti Cullop sentiment statewide.
Shelburne reports a blaze late last night believed to involve a home owned by Robert Phillips. Fire crews fought the flames as neighbors watched. The incident prompted investigations into the cause and potential property damage.
The February term calendar opens next Monday under Judge Bridwell. Ira Medley, charged with first degree murder in the Trustin Isbell case at Little Giant mine, heads the list with a hearing set for Tuesday March 3. Also scheduled are cases against Claude Risinger for criminal assault and multiple gambling prosecutions, bootlegging trials including John Addy Ike Morer and the White brothers, and other deser tion and criminal operation charges.
Will Hays of Sullivan was unanimously reelected district chairman at the Republican district convention in Linton. Ed P Lacey of Sullivan placed him in nomination. Major Emmett S Branch presided as Republicans showed enthusiastic support. A move aims to elect Hays state chairman at Indianapolis in the reorganized committee meeting.
News of the sudden death of Jos. R. Wyne of Helena Montana reached his brother T E Wyne of this city last week. The death was caused by a falling tree with no further details. Wyne, age 67, had a long visit with his brother in Sullivay last fall and was in good health. He leaves a wife and three married children.
Clarence Hoseman sues Sullivan County Water Co for a mechanic s lien. Southern Indiana Mutual Building Savings and Loan Association sues John M Bridges et al to foreclose mortgage. Monon Coal Co sues Marion Fall for possession. Minnie Wagoner sues George Wagoner for divorce. Walter Holub sues Lewis McCracklin for damages. Terre Haute Vitrified Brick Co sues Sullivan County Water Co on account foreclose lien. Rothy R Stratton sues David F Pearce on note.
List of letters remaining unclaimed in the Sullivan Indiana Postoffice as of February 11 1914. Unclaimed items include ladies Baldridge Mrs Albert City Miss Hellen Reed Mrs Elbert Sanise Marie Smith Mrs Lessia and gents Allumbaugh Jeff V Guy Harvey Klump Gaylard Nash Leon. If not called for within two weeks they will be sent to the Dead Letter Office.
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