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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1916
Page
7
Advertising copy touts Dr Kings New Discovery as a trusted remedy for coughs and colds in children and adults. The formula is described as Pine Tar based with balsams, antiseptic action, and mild laxative effects, recommended by a Franconia physician and urged for immediate use.
Washington Feb 22 Two pension bills passed the house proposing over 2.5 million dollars annually for pensions. One grants pensions to widows and minors of officers and enlisted men serving 90 days in Spain American war or Philippine insurrection 1898 1902. The other provides 20 dollars monthly to survivors of Indian wars 1865 1891 aged 62 plus 12 dollars monthly to widows.
Morton Hallett of Indianapolis 27 was tracked after fleeing a C and E I train and stealing a horse and buggy. He was found exhausted near Fairbanks township and jailed. details include a muddy four mile trek and a hospital like state before capture. Local farmer Otha Carrithers helped report and assist in the arrest.
A sales note promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for sluggish liver causing dizziness headaches constipation and biliousness. Claims to tone the whole system aid digestion purify blood and clear the complexion. Priced at 25 cents at any druggist.
Lincoln birthday observance at the church house featured Love Ann Long reading Gettysburg with Bill Blithers on bass drum. Deacon Slivers nearly injured after mistaking horse liniment for liquor, while Grandma Hartsock turns 82 amid health concerns. Becky receives a birthday cowlet as jokes fly, and local humor surrounds grip, barber hires, and missionary society meals.
Illinois Central railroad announces new run times effective Sunday. Eastbound No 304 now at 7 02 am up from 7 12 am and No 302 eastbound adjusted to 4 36 pm from 6 13 pm. Westbound No 301 at 11 13 am from 11 12 am and No 303 at 9 03 pm from 9 01 pm.
Drilling has begun on the Willis Farrand lease. Mrs. C. R. Douglas and daughter Inez along with Mrs. Walter Douglas and daughter Janette visited John Douglas' home on Monday. Mrs. Sallie ONeal continues to improve. Roy and Wiley Robertson of West Terre Haute visited their sister Mrs. Lewis Farrand last week. Walter Douglas attended a sale near Middletown Monday. Charles Woodsmall attended his sister in law’s funeral.
Wm. Woodsmall of near Blackhawk visited last Tuesday with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Woodsmall and children Evelyn and John. They visited Thursday at John Douglas'. Will Cutsinger and daughter Alma plan to move soon to his father's farm in Vigo county.
Henrietta O. Taylor seeks a divorce from David L. Taylor in circuit court with $2,500 alimony. She alleges cruel and inhuman treatment, constant abuse, and social isolation at Riverton where he works as ferryman and bridge tender. The couple married April 17 1915 and separated Feb 16 1916. she notes prior relations with another woman and claims the defendant owns $5,000 in property.
Fred McBride and Vane McGuire,Sul livan High School graduates, now hold major positions in New York City. McBride works in the circulation department of the New York Times and McGuire manages a large advertising syndicate. Rev W E Gray travels to Hopkinsville Ky after his aunt’s death. Mrs F E Basler visits Danville Ill to be with her ailing son Ferdinand Basler amid typhoid. Shake Into Your Shoes Allen's Foot Ease aids sore feet. used by over 100000 troops at the front.
Mrs. Sarah A. Harris widow of Benjamin Harris and sister of Mrs. J. P. Stratton of this city died last week in a Pana Illinois hospital where she was treated for paralysis. Funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at the home of her son O. W. Harris of Shelbyville with nephews N. W. P. Stratton and C. H. Stratton from this city in attendance.
A local store touts deep discounts on Wear-Ever aluminum ware including many vessels. Old Lead chases bargains around the box while customers praise Malleable Ranges and Lorain Ranges. The shop cites 20 percent savings on Bugs and invites patrons to visit the new location to see the value-packed display.
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