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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1905
Page
6
The report tracks labor in state coal mines showing 17 017 workers in 1902 up from 15 457 the prior year and 12 968 in 1901, with productivity increasing from 523.5 to 611.1 tons per worker between 1901 and 1902. Average days worked rose from 194 to 205, and machine use grew from 256 to 329 in 1903, boosting machine-mined coal to 3 354 961 tons in 1903.
The piece discusses Grover Cleveland possibly writing on voting, Governor Pennypacker’s editor claim, and media reads on his stance. It notes Democrats expect no apologies, hints at Roosevelt not seeking another term, and Bryan praising Roosevelt while Democrats debate leadership and campaigns.
The Indianapolis Star notes rumors that Congressman elect John C. Chaney of the Second District may aim for the Indiana governorship in four years, with Judge James B. Wilson of Bloomington as his successor in Congress. Chaney hints post office worries may drive future plans. Beveridge and Hemenway Win Indiana Senate Seats. The article also praises Albert J. Beveridge’s re election and James A. Hemenway’s Senate victory to succeed Charles W. Fairbanks, who will become Vice President March 4.
Residents questioned whether the town or property owners will pay for the new sewer. The cost is to be borne by owners whose property benefits from the system, with assessments proportionate to benefit within the published boundaries.
Sullivan celebrates the Carnegie Library dedication as a stepping stone to higher education. The new public library, funded by Andrew Carnegie, reflects community pride and a pledge to honor the benefactor by maintaining the noble institution for the county.
A proposed bill would create a State examiner of county records with a $2,500 salary to inspect books upon request, appoint deputies paid only while at work, and prepare a uniform bookkeeping system for all counties within two years. The examiner would be appointed by the Governor for four years and could be removed. witnesses could be compelled to testify with circuit court enforcement. The United States Geological Survey notes Indiana coal output surpassing 100 million tons for the year, with a 1.88 million ton rise and higher values.
The document itemizes township fund receipts from various sources and lists broad expenditures. It credits trustees and board members, notes contracts and labor costs, and records amounts paid for materials, bridges, lumber, and services. The extensive ledger-style entry names numerous individuals and firms involved in public works and administration.
An OCR fragment lists individuals such as Noell Pteoacioan and J. OG Sprague with teaching roles and multiple surnames. It mentions receipts and expenditures and appears to be part of a school or district payroll or annual report with many repeated names and scattered fragments.
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