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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1916
Page
6
A historical ad touts Dr King's New Discovery as a powerful cold remedy. It claims to strengthen the system against cold germs, sterilize and ease coughs with pine tar and balsams, offering immediate relief and a long track record of over 45 years with universal druggist availability.
The town of Linton voted wet by 114 votes in the local option election held today. Ward results show First ward wet 276 dry 124. Second ward wet 240 dry 249. Third ward wet 229 dry 258. The township had voted dry earlier. disturbances occurred in the first ward but women voters helped keep calm.
A program for the installation of officers at Chicago Heights Lodge No. 851 A F and A M shows Worshipful Master Edwin W DeVoe installed by William E DeVoe past worshipful master of the same lodge.
The Sullivan Union publishes with its Republican stance and early local masthead listing publishers Dirrelle Chaney and R. P. White. Subscription rates show one year for 1.00 and three months for .60. It notes second class matter status as of July 1, 1878 in Sullivan Indiana.
The Indianapolis Star analyzes Democratic tensions ahead of the St Louis convention. It notes possibilities of a Bryan bid for a fourth nomination if the preparedness program fails, Clark's rumored cooperation with Bryan, Hearst's discontent, and a test of sentiment in the primaries that could shape delegates and Wilson's fate.
In Lickskillet items the Bloomington Star reports The Linton Citizen urges Charles D Hunt for Congress in the district but favors Culotp noting his experience. The piece stresses public service and questions Hunt as a salary job candidate.
Report says President Wilson will tour major cities to defend the national defense program. Circulating word says William Jennings Bryan will follow to oppose the president. Bryan reportedly ready to go anywhere at any time for peace, though probably not at any price.
The Martin County Tribune reports Congressman Cullop announced a bill to fund a munition factory for Vincennes but doubts linger about the plan. The suggestion is a Sulivan powder plant near Charlie Hunt’s home with a ceremonial safety taper once the powder dries.
Annillvan county Democrat remarked that the primary law, passed by a Democratic legislature, would be an expensive experiment. He suggested the Democratic party often runs up expenses while struggling to find ways to pay them.
The Hamilton County Times notes a growing view that Hunt and Cullop faces will stay friendly. It questions Cullop’s district record, laments Indiana’s likely long wait before new primary laws, and comments on Bryan and Wilson’s feud ahead of St Louis.
An advertisement claims Sloan's Liniment relieves rheumatic pain quickly. A San Francisco user reports three to four days of use ended three weeks of suffering and returned to work at a large department store, urging others to buy at all druggists.
One hundred dollars reward offered for an incurable catarrh case. F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo endorsed by National Bank of Commerce. Cure is taken internally and targets blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials free, 75 cents per bottle, sold by all druggists. Also Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Odd Fellows lodge installed E. S. Griggs as noble grand Charles A. Beasley as vice grand A W Lovelace recording secretary and N D Martin financial secretary for the year A sermon was given by Rev R Toole pastor of the M E church during the evening in this city
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