Old Sullivan Mine Disaster Remembered in 1878 Extra
John Engle prints a Sullivan Union extra from November 22, 1878, recounting the November 21 explosion at the Sullivan Mine near Sullivan. It notes lives lost including the father of George Handford and Sam Handford, rescued workers still in the area, editor James A. Hays, and printer Ed P. Reed recalling a bitter cold day and a Blue Ribbon temperance funeral presence.
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John Engle
Sullivan Union
Sullivan
George Hand
Union
Ed P. Reed
Reed
Blue Ribbon Temperance Society
Thomas Handford
Samuel Handford
Patrick Dunn
James M. Smith
John Bulger
William Vail
John Ledune
Albert Smith
Thos. Maskell
George Jarvis
Elsworth
William Jones
James Harper
William Beswick
William Freed
Roger Griffith
Wm. Richardson
John Kelley
Henry Nichols
Ed Rogers
Henry Smith
Frank Smith
John Smith, Sr
al Thompson
Blue Ribbon Club
Presbyterian Church
Critchfield
Explosion devastates Sullivan Coal Mines
Terrible blast at the Sullivan coal mine results in multiple casualties and a scene of indescribable horror as rescuers contend with dangerous conditions and a search for trapped workers.
Fight Ends in Fatal Clash Leaves One Maimed
A violent confrontation resulted in several deaths and injuries as combatants battled at the scene. Authorities report two men killed outright and a third maimed for life amid chaotic fighting and aftermath. Investigations are underway to determine motives and responsibilities.
Deadly mine blast at Sullivan coal shaft claims eight
A massive explosion at the Sullivan coal shaft yesterday evening killed eight men and left Patrick Dunn missing. Rescue crews lowered by rope and later hoisted casualties from the lower and first veins as crowds watched in anguish. Dozens more were rescued or found injured. funeral plans and local mourning followed as officials investigated the cause.
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Sullivan
Shelburn
Rogers
Joe Handford
James Harper
A. M. Murphy
Johnnie Bulger
Joe
Chirk
Ohn Patterson
Howell Thomas
Val. Norton
Andrew Dodds
John Wandford
Jack Smith
Ever
Albert Smith
Smith
Patrick Dunn
Fairbanks Boys Write Anent Naval Station In 1918 Letter
A Fairbanks reader Percy M Lester describes life in a naval hospital unit at Fairbanks with 45 beds, hospital corps staff, and routine. he notes mail delays due to snow and hopes for home, then shifts to a wartime editorial urging unity of purpose and sacrifice for the Republic and Indiana’s role in the war effort.
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Amine Unit 7
Sullivan County
Percy M. Lester
Lakes
United
America
Washington
Lincoln
Indiana
Terre Haute Star and Sullivan Union One Year Offer
The Terre Haute Star and Sullivan Union announce a one year subscription for three dollars. This combined offer invites readers to enjoy both papers at a discounted rate.
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Terre Haute Star and Sullivan Union
Train Schedule Fragments No. 23 24
Readable items indicate train No 23 arrives north bound at 7 25 am while No 24 appears as a depart note.
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