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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1902
Page
4
Sullivan County Democratic Primary Announcements 1902
Divid Ny Carey of Curry township seeks a Sullivan County representative seat subject to the Democratic primary on February 11 1902. Will H Pigg runs for prosecuting attorney asserting long time party service and royal Democrat allegiance. Adam Miller of Curry township runs for Sullivan County Sheriff and asks voter support noting limited canvass time and inviting assistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Divid Ny Carey
Curry Township
Appoti
Sullivans County
Will H. Pigg
Adam
Miller
Sullivan County
Community Notes and Editorial Snippet
Announcements about candidate dates will run next week. Some readers supply their own copy with permission. It is a blizzardy week and the Union office is warm by the fire while editors work. Many delinquent subscribers are paying their subscriptions similarly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Judge Buff Misses Merom Will Case Contention
A contemporary item claimed Judge Buff traveled to Evansville two weeks ago to represent the college at Merom in a contested will case. He did not go. the case was continued. The report was noted as very fresh by editors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buff
Evansville
Merom
Euclid
Earth
Menis
Tus Bets
Fourth Dimension
Simon Newcomb
Harper’s Magazine
Subscriptions Grow In Humera Despite Slow Start
A Humera newspaper notes a respectable subscriber base though not large, with many paid in advance. The text highlights local prosperity that benefits the paper and other residents.
Young W. H. Hays suffers two chilblain fingers
The column notes W. H. Hays has two sore fingers from chilblains suffered about two years ago. It states no further details will be given to avoid spoiling Monday Bulletin’s timely news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Hays
Chaney's Congress Bid Boosts Hope for Dual Sullivan Contenders
Announcement of Hon. J. C. Chaney for Congress excites supporters in Sullivan County who expect both Democratic and Republican candidates this year. Welman shows a strong convention push while Miers' prospects have faded since last month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Chaney
Congress
Sullivan County
Welman
Miers
New Ownership at Oolitic News Hustler
The News-Hustler of Oolitic is now owned by C. W. Whitney and Dick Stanley who took over last week. Dick Stanley brings years of experience from Sullivan Times and Fairfield Illinois. J. Richard Stanley becomes editor and both Stanley and Whitney serve as proprietors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oolitic
C. W. Whitney
Dick Stanley
Sullivan
Times
Fairfield
Ills
J. Richard Stanley
Grey Eagle undergoes overhaul for Salt River trip
Sam Alkire leads overhaul with Jim DeVol advisory. DeVol to pilot, Alkire the engineer for the excursion aboard the Grey Eagle. Passengers expected by morning of the 12th as the gang plank is hauled in and the first bell rings. First class accommodations include ample state rooms and a large food supply curated by steward Mark Farley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salt River
Sam Alkire
Jim DeVol
Jim
Sam
Pilot DeVol
Mark Farley
Democratic convention at Olney endorses Bryan for 1904
Ed Wilson of Illinois attacked the Bryan resolution not by force but a bitter speech urging renominating Bryan and condemning free silver. The convention nevertheless adopted the pro Bryan resolution. Wilson was noted as not aligned with free silver and as ex state treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olney
W. J. Bryan
Wilson
Bryan
Robinson Argus
Ed Wilson
M. B. Wilson
Sullivan
Illinois
Fire destroys Green G. McIntosh drug store in Newberry
Bloomfield News reports a Sunday night fire at Green G. McIntosh drug store in Newberry consumed the entire stock and building. Firefighters could not enter due to smoke and flames, with only iron roofing and iron siding sparing the adjacent structures. The building was owned by James Wall, marking a third fire loss at that corner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomfield News
Green G. McIntosh
Newberry
Hhe
James Wall
Wall
Apples in Crawford County
Crawford County claims to be the banner apple producing county in Illinois having marketed fifteen thousand barrels this year worth nearly one hundred thousand dollars. Clay County shipped twenty thousand barrels and other counties rank close. Intelligent orchard care is advancing Illinois as an apple growing state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Effingham
Ills
Crawford County
Illinois
Crawford
Clay County
Log accident injures Robinson man at Purcell mill
Andy Wakefield of Robinson Illinois was unloading logs at Purcell’s saw mill when he slipped and was struck by a falling log. He suffered a badly strained back and jaw injuries but doctors report his condition improving as he recovers at home.
Mardi Gras Carnivals Round Trip Train Offer
The Mardi Gras Carnivals will be held in New Orleans Mobile and Pensacola from February 4 to 10. Louisville and Nashville R R offers round trip tickets at a single fare with sale February 4 to 10 and return by February 28. For an illustrated booklet on Mardi Gras history send to L Stenz German Passenger Agent Louisville & Nashville Louisville Ky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Mobile
Pensacola
Louisville & Nashville
Maiden Name Remark From Scottish Fishermen
In a Scottish tale a fisherman carrying for a gentleman is asked his name. He replies that locals call him Breeks but his maiden name is Broon. The anecdote notes the fisherfolk’s distinctive woolen jersey and high braces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland
Broon
Early Love Affairs Stirred Reggie’s Life
In Harlem Life a remark notes a man named Reggie had a youthful romance that never left him. May asks who that love was. Jack replies the beloved was himself, a private confession hinted by the column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reggie
Jack
May
Harlem
Bulgaria through a stranger's eye and satire
A conservative European writer depicts Bulgaria as a land of contrasts with a self sufficient peasantry, praising strength and thrift while noting stubbornness and ignorance. The piece contrasts Turkish legacies in Sofia with a lingering parliamentarian culture, where deputies are paid in silver francs and behave like playful yet calculating statesmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bulgaria
Fie
Ilsinal
Christian Sofia
Britain
Thames Embankment
Functions of Fruit in Disease Treatment
The Medicine Brief outlines fruit uses for healing body ailments. It lists fruits as diuretics astringents refrigerants and stomachic sedatives, noting varieties like grapes oranges figs and prunes in categories such as lastlyes and procures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bof&y
Quiet and warmth as medicine for ailing dogs and humans
The Philadelphia Record notes pets seek warmth and rest when ill while people often ignore rest. It argues humans abandon natural recuperation, resorting to stimulants and medicines, which can hinder the body's healing instincts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Coincidence Names Mrs Hifly and Mrs Swagger at Home
A brisk dialogue from the Boston Post notes a chance meeting with Mrs Hifly and Mrs Swagger. A servant reports the pair were out, prompting Mrs Hifly to remark on the fortunate timing for both households.
Public Execution at Friars Point Hangs Alf Taylor
Alf Taylor was hanged in Friars Point Mississippi yesterday afternoon for the spring murder of James Lucas a young man and deputy sheriff. The public execution drew many spectators from the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friars Point
Miss
Alf Taylor
James Lucas
The Extreme Penalty
Lynchburg Virginia jury convicts Joe Higginbotham of criminal assault on Mrs. Ralph Webber and sentences him to be hanged on February 24 after his guilty plea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynchburg
Joe Higginbotham
Ralph Webber
Vicksburg Veterans Urged to Join Mardi Gras Excursion
Illinois Central Railroad announces a low rate two night two day excursion from Chicago to New Orleans for Mardi Gras with a Vicksburg stopover. Dates, departure cities, berth prices, and booking contacts for Chicago Freeport St. Louis Cincinnati and Louisville are listed. Veterans and descendants urged to apply before January 28.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vicksburg
Illinois Central Railroad Company
New Orleans
Chicago
Freeport
St. Louis
Cincinnati
Louisville
J. F. Merry
Dubuque
Iowa
C. C. McCarty
North Broadway
F. W. Harlow
Arcade
Vine St
W.J. McBride
C.P
T. A
4Th and
Market Sts
Daily Market Report for Grain Cattle and Hogs Across Cities
Prices in Indianapolis Louisville Cincinnati and Chicago show wheat and corn steady with No 2 red and mixed grades. Cattle and hogs move unevenly with activity varying by market and region. New York report notes softer sheep and stable lambs. Overall, cash prices reflect mixed demand across grain and livestock sectors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
New York
Child dies after overdose of headache medicine
Wellie Dunham, four, granddaughter of Mr and Mrs James Randall of South Linton, ingested excess ascytanetid left within reach. She remained unconscious through the night and died at noon. The tragedy serves as a warning to keep such remedies away from children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linton Call
Wellie Dunham
James Randall
South Linton
The Big Snow of January 1866 Remembered
A reminiscence recalls the January 27 1866 blizzard that left hip deep snow across Southern Illinois and Indiana. Families endured hardships and found shelter with neighbors while sleighing and road breaking offered rare relief. The piece honors Samuel Lindley Henry Voorheis and Wm Cox for aiding widows and orphans with fuel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Church
Morton Cox
Hutsonville
Ils
Ilinois
Indiana
Samuel Lindley
Henry Voorheis
Wm. Cox
Presh Noted In Store Dispute At Burton’s
A minor quarrel at Burton's store Saturday night between John Cain and George Faught led to Cain striking Faught over the head with a chair. The Bulletin did not capture details while it was fresh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Cain
George Faught
Burton’s
John
George
Real Estate Transfers Listed by Beasley and Brown Abstracters
Samuel M Miller to C B Carrithers 16 acres in Curry township. Elites Raines to Powell Coal Co 80 acres in Hamilton. Jonah Woodard to Win Woodard land in Hamilton. 50 Ring to Luther Patten 27 acres in Curry. Helen H Mason to Geo W Heath 15 acres in Hamilton. Frances Brower to Elmer Brower 29 acres in Jefferson. Lydia Trueblood to D V Williams land in Curry. John Rogers to Geo W Leach 36 acres in Hamilton. William R Kirk to Green Hill Coal Co 40 acres in Jackson. Edward Walters to Green Hill Coal Co 20 acres in Jackson. Wm Kennett to Green Hill Coal Co 16 acres in Jackson. Josephine Irwin to Green Hill Coal Co 10 acres in Jackson. Ira J Johnson to Green Hill Coal Co 10 acres in Jackson. Currilla Summers to Green Hill Coal Co 50 acres in Jackson. John Shepherd to Green Hill Coal Co 60 acres in Jackson. John R Ring to Ida C Ring 10 acres in Curry. Louisa J Ring to Ida C Ring 10 acres in Curry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beasley & Brown
Samuel M Miller
C. B. Carrithers
Curry
Elites Raines
Powell Coal Co
Hamilton
Jonah Woodard
Win
Woodard
Ring
Luther Patten
Helen H Mason
Geo W Heath
Frances Brower
Elmer Brower
Jefferson
Lydia A Trueblood
D V Willams
John Rogers
Geo W Leach
R Kirk
Green Hill Coal Co
Jackson
Edward Walters
A* Ken
Louisa J Ring
Ida C Ring
Also Mentioned on This Page
the Union
A.A Holmes
P.D. Lowe
Sherif
Bloomfield
Second District
Robert W. Miers
Mr. Miers
Greene and
Martin County
Daviess
Knox
Halls of Congress
Cyrus E. Davis
Methodist Church
Henry Ostrom
John P. Hillis
Will
A. W. Some
Presbyterian Church
A. M. McGuire
The
Vicksburg Veterans
Old Battle Grounds
Daily Market Report
Louisville Grains and Livestock
Cincinnati Grain and Livestock
Chicago Livestock
Wast
Toledo
Cash
Sonali
Seniss
CA Bts
Bignature
Presh
Snd
Sullivan Circuit Court
Dennis F. Montgomery
Pommer Ge Sslcreon
Busy & Smatton, Attorneys
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