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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1906
Page
7
A long tribute to Benjamin Franklin recalling his London years and conflict with Wedderburn, return to Philadelphia, Paris diplomacy, and lasting impact. It notes his science, diplomacy, founding of institutions, anti slavery memorial, and enduring legacy with a final nod to his epitaph and sunlit sunrise remark.
Fragment from a commemorative piece recalling Benjamin Franklin born 1706 and his rise from a Boston tallow chandler's son to a celebrated Philadelphia printer and thinker. It contrasts Franklin with ancient sages and notes his early struggles, self-education, and ascent in American public life.
The piece traces Franklin's early failed ventures in London and his return to Philadelphia where he rebuilt the Pennsylvania Gazette. It highlights his rapid rise, his humane self discipline, and his lasting impact as a universal, influential figure across science, politics, and literature.
A noisy storefront ad lists bargain prices on children wool goods including 25¢ items, jackets, gloves, hose, and fleece. ladies and misses union suits. sample pants and coats. household items like soap, knives, spoons, pins, soap and lamps. hundreds of 5c to 25c items, with January price quotes and emphasis on clearance.
Southern Indiana Railroad local trains listed for Sullivan line with southbound departures at 7:25 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 5:11 p.m. Includes run numbers 162 Lyv, 104 Lyv, and 106 Lyv.
Vincen physician Dr George Knapp will appear at the McCammon on Friday January 12 for a public talk. The event aims to share medical insights with local residents and visitors.
The Wines Central announces double daily rail services from Kiewso through St. Louis and Cincinnati to New Orleans. Dining cars, buffet library cars, and sleeping berths are provided. a winter tourist season is advertised.
Regional references include New Orleans Vicksburg Gulfport Miss Hammond La and plans involving maritime routes to Mexico Central America Panama and the West Indies. The text notes a Mesclean Gauls toast resort and a new six to southern provision with regular ocean service.
Havana access noted via Illinois Central service to New Orleans and a new ocean liner achieving nineteen knot speed and twin screen features, signaling faster Caribbean voyages from regional hubs.
A weekly service departs New Orleans every Wednesday at 1 PM and arrives in Havana on Friday morning.
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