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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1907
Page
4
A newspaper remembrance notes Abraham Lincoln born February 12 1809 in Hardin County Kentucky near Louisville. It praises his impact on the Union and federal supremacy and reflects on his enduring legacy as history’s greatest figure.
The Farmersburg Bee quotes the union saying Farmerstore is quiet enough to consider dispensing with Town Marshal Shepherd. Editor Foote notes the remark was joking and renews support for Shepherd, arguing the board would be foolish to dismiss him due to his efficient service.
A proposed bill to create a superior court at Linton for Sullivan Greene and Knox counties is urged against. The piece argues current circuits suffice, noting twenty weeks of court in Sullivan and Greene and year round Knox activity. It criticizes cost, potential legal-profession damage, and risks of lawyer influx and higher taxes, while listing numerous real estate transfers and civil actions on the docket.
The question cannot be answered in years. Age depends on mental and physical condition. Some men are older at 40 than others at 70. Bideen noted that a man is as old as he feels.
Court notes multiple civil actions. The Sullivan County Loan and Trust Company as guardian petitions to sell real estate to pay debts and a sale is ordered with appraisers appointed. Other cases include a $250 judgment for May Manufacturing Co. vs Lovejoy and Halle, foreclosure action, dissolution of partnership, dismissals, and a divorce granted for Lola Bolen from John Bolen.
Minnie D Wilson sues Frank J Wilson for divorce and child custody with guardian Lillie Risinger. petition to sell real estate by Risinger estate. William Gergens administrator sues Conrad Brust on note. Sylvester Ladson sues Lulu Ladson for divorce with guardian George D Schaffer. Sarah E Adams sues Jesse E Adams for divorce wife Elizabeth Whipps declared of unsound mind. Sullivan County Loan and Trust Company guardian petitions to sell real estate.
A historical circuit court record lists allowances for pris and crim cases with individual names and amounts, including E. B. Cook 0.34, Charles E. Houpt 0.44, T. A. Knotts 0.48, Alvin L. Gobin 0.60, and many others for services such as court reporter ENa Yakey 80, jurors James Eaton 6, bailiffs Omar Hammond 65, per diem fees for M. F. Walters 60, and sheriff John S. Pennett with related ex sheriff entries, detailing payments and salaries across the clerk, jury, and sheriff offices.
List of marriage licenses including Clifford Mahan Ida Mc Millan Willie Cummins Etta Ward Edward Boston Birdie Metcalf Samuel McDaniel Ida Ammerman Case Broderick Lula Bedwell James Land Sarah Allen Patrick Merrer Lillie Lutz Edward Roberts Pearl Campbell Claude Mahan Daisy Gorby James Hanley Carrie Burk. Judge Rawley of Brazil rules a remonstrance must be filed against each applicant for a valid saloon license.
Church services were held by Rev Clarence Defur and G W Clayton in Merom and Sullivan visits by several residents were reported. A dormitory gathering honored Edna Babencer, and Leola Shiedler New will present a senior recital. A house fire destroyed the Buzan residence, insured with E A Hoskins holding the policy. The grippe remains widespread in Merom.
Representative John C. Chaney has placed on the special pension roll Alfred Nichols at forty dollars and Solomon Stanfield at thirty dollars. Also Mary Mathes, widow of the late Dr. J. M. Mathes, at twelve dollars per month. Stanfield earned citizenship through service in the Mexican and Civil wars. Nichols has long been a Sullivan resident in hardship, with Stanfield formerly of Hutsonville Illinois. The relief honors their service and aids the veteran community.
Uncle John Lloyd of Farmersburg turned 75 on Thursday. In his son John L. Lloyd's home the family assembled to surprise him, with many relatives present. Charles Lloyd was absent due to duties with the revenue service at Terre Haute. Tom Lloyd and Ezra Thompson households joined, along with Henry Thompson, W. V. Jennings, Arthur Hopewell, and Mrs. Charles Lloyd and sons.
A woman wore a small Japanese charm causing misfortune and illness. Her son showed the jewel to a Paris museum expert who identified it as the emblem of sickness, after which she never wore it again.
In the Sullivan Circuit Court March term 1907 Complaint No 12246 Minnie Rose plaintff vs Andrew E Rose a divorce action. Defendant Andrew E Rose is not a resident of Indiana and must answer by April 8 1907 at Sullivan Court House else the matter will be heard in absentia. Clerk Tilghman Ogle.
Thomas N. McClung of Jefferson recalls the deep February snow of 1867. He notes a 27 inch snow depth beginning January 18 and persisting through February, influencing travel to Sullivan on January 19 to obtain a marriage license.
Oliver J. Dudley a white male resident of Hamilton township Sullivan County Indiana over 21 will apply to the Sullivan County Board of Commissioners at the March 1907 term for a one year license to sell and allow drinking on premises at 1 White Corner Saloon located in the lower front room of the two story brick building at the southeast corner of Jackson and Court streets Sullivan.
Wesley Smith administrator of David Fry deceased will sell at public auction in Jefferson township Sullivan county Indiana. The sale includes two thirds of the northwest quarter of the southeast quarter and the northeast quarter of the southwest quarter in section 25 township 6 north range 8 west. One half cash and one half in six months with note bearing 6 percent interest secured by mortgage and personal security. Buff Stratten attorneys for administrator.
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