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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1921
Page
6
Sullivan County Indiana treasurer announces 1920 state and county tax duplicates in hand. Taxes due January 1 1921 with options to pay in full by May 2 1921 or half by May 2 and balance by November 7 1921. Delinquent school fund mortgagors warned that remaining delinquencies after February 1 1921 will be advertised for sale.
The text notes the removal of the collector of the Port of New York by Hayes in 1871 3, election as Vice President in November 1880, and then taking the oath as the 21st President on November 19 1881 at age fifty.
The piece portrays Chester A Arthur’s rise from New York political boss to reform president after James Garfield’s assassination. It notes opposition from Conkling and Stalwarts, describes Arthur’s civil service reforms, and highlights his unifying, principled presidency versus prior spoilsism. It closes with his personal cost and early death.
Winter has set in with snow and 14 below. Ruth Miller visited home folks near Pimento. Frank Walton back from vacation. Arthur Drake and family spent Xmas with O M Chambers. Ed Albee of Arthur Ills visits relatives here. Farmersburg Independent basketball at Pounds hall Saturday. Jarrs Tague ill. I O O F oyster supper New Year’s night. Christmas tree at Pound’s hall a grand success. Several local families host festive dinners and social events. Calvin Harmon trial near Brazil attracts attention with attendees.
One line advertisement claims catarrh is a local disease affecting constitutional health. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is described as a tonic and blood purifier that cleanses the blood and builds up the system to restore normal conditions and aid nature. Circulars free from BF J Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio.
An editorial excerpt condemns a stagnant life lacking progress or aim as a dreadful condition. It laments the loss of purpose and forward motion, urging readers to seek advancement and direction amid a sweeping critique of indolence.
In Sullivan Circuit Court, February Term 1921 Tess Tudron sues Pearl Trudson for divorce. Defendant Pearl Findson not resident of Indiana. she must answer by February 21, 1921 or default will be entered. Clerk Charles R. Railsback issues notice. Hays & Hays represent plaintiff. First insertion December 22, 1920.
Notice states Joan C. Chaney is appointed executor under the will of Henry Augustus Tinzelrod of Sullivan County Indiana. The will is presumed to be seven. John C. Chaney, Attorneys are handling the case. First insertion December 22, 1920.
Mary E. Osburn administratrix of William Jasper Osburn seeks final settlement in Sullivan Circuit Court. The final report will be heard on January 17, 1921, the 47th judicial day of the November term. Creditors heirs and legatees must appear and show cause why the report should not be approved.
A reflective piece extols finding a confidant for heartfelt talk and simple affection. It argues such bonds remove grounds for quarrel with the world and foster gratitude, gentleness, and trust.
Ed Strangler Lewis of Louisville finally captured the heavyweight wrestling title in New York after a 1 hour 41 minute bout with Joe Stecher. Lewis, who had been defeated twice by Earl Caddock, wore Stecher down with his signature headlock to win on his third title shot.
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