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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1913
Page
8
An artist seeks a face to suit a noble subject and paints a typist whose quiet goodness inspires a gallery audience. Years later the sculptor meets his model, now a humanitarian, who fails to recognize the likeness but embodies the story of moral beauty the painting sought to reveal.
New lawsuits filed include Jesse M. Cramer and Cora E. Cramer against Ellan Curtis on account. Flossie J. McCrocklin sues Jesse O. McCrocklin for divorce alimony and custody. Benjamin Davis versus Frank Bourne on note and attachment. Levi Springer versus Illinois Central Railroad Co. for damages. Roscoe C. White versus Jackson Hill Coal and Coke Co. for damages. Nancy EB Hixon versus Samuel Hixon for divorce. American Funding Corporation versus W. L. Laurent on account. William Holliday and Mary Holliday versus Joseph R. Crowder Claude H Crowder et al. to quiet title. Phillip T. Lloyd et al. versus George Roseberry Lina Roseberry on foreclosures mechanics lien.
John M. Nash of Riverside California formerly of Paxton visited Terre Haute with friends when an eye operation was performed this week in a local hospital. Great apprehension is felt that Nash may lose the sight of both eyes.
Daniel Webster Scherb a Water Company blacksmith aged 39 married Cleota Stewart 32 near Lewis by Squire Kirkham at the bridegroom’s father's East Jackson street home Saturday night at 8. Benjamin Harrison Gray 25 of Merom wed Flossie Osborne 19 near Graysville by Squire Kirkham at the clerk’s office Saturday noon. Rachel Barnard hosted a shower for bride-elect Nelle Glidden with bridge and a two-course dinner and many presents. James H. Welton of Bicknell returned from Colorado after months away with his son’s family. HE. S. Crowder hosted dinner with guests including Paul Whitsett Ralph Whitsett Lola Burr H. K. Ross Gertrude Herbert Lois Stewart Naomi Harris Iva Willis. Sarah Freeman, schoolgirl in Indianapolis, visited her parents. Florence Hoffman, guest of Grace Nesbit, returned to Greencastle. William Wilson of Riverside California, formerly Haddon township, is visiting.
Robert Davidson a Terre Haute miner son of Rush Davidson of Haddon township pleaded guilty before Squire Calvert to beating a board bill at the Ennis hotel. The fine and costs totaled 815.80 which he paid.
Malinda E. Hopewell wife of Lemuel Hopewell of Farmersburg was taken to the southern insane hospital at Evansville yesterday by Sheriff Kelley.
The will of the late William Leak is filed in the circuit court for probate. Under the provisions Fred R. Leak inherits all personal property and the remainder is divided among his sons and daughters. Fred R. Leak is named executor.
Samuel N. Quillen of Linton and Paul S. Rafton of Wabash of the State Board of Accounts arrive to audit the county auditor and treasurer records for 1911 and 1912.
John Gray, the 9 or 10 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. A OD Gray, was accidentally shot in the back of the head Monday night while he and his brother James played with a revolver. The weapon was loaded and the wound is not considered serious.
Oklahoma City July 8. Farmers in Stephens County demonstrate peanuts as a high profit crop with yields up to 150 bushels per acre and net profits of $25 to $105 per acre. Duncan plans a peanut carnival and farmers shift land from cotton to peanuts while Retail Merchants Association promotes acreage growth and a peanut products plant.
A 19th century explanation traces Hoosier to an Indiana canal era clash. A Polish-born Colonel Lehmanowski told tales of Hussars and Bonaparte, leading locals to nickname residents after a phrase sounding like Hoogar. The term spread from canal workers and fights to denote Indiana natives and the state.
The ad claims nine years of reliable dental service in Sullivan with a slogan about improving yesterday's work. It invites patients to visit the dentist across from Davis Hotel and to become acquainted, noting an electric fan to stay cool.
A lengthy expense list records payments to numerous individuals and firms including George Alsop Jr, J H Leonard, Sullivan Transfer, Scott Hardware, and Central City Publishing Co. for services, supplies, salaries, and jail infirmary costs. It also notes real estate transactions and transfers in Cass County with several names and dollar amounts.
The Christian Women's Board of Missions auxiliary met last Wednesday afternoon at the church for a pleasing session. After business, a social was held in honor of Miss Belle Ogle of Memphis Tennessee, longtime president of the local auxiliary.
Judge and Mrs. O. B. Harris hosted a Friday morning breakfast for Mr. and Mrs. Paul Whitsett and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Whitsett. Guests included Dr. and Mrs. Joe R. Crowder, Mr. and Mrs. BE Crowder and Miss Helen Crowder.
Miss Mary Wells of Linton visited last week with Miss Helen Cravford. The women spent time together touring local spots and catching up on news.
State of Indiana Sullivan County Sullivan Circuit Court September Term 1913 Benjamin Davis vs Frank Bourn Complaint No 15554 on note and attachment. Defendant not a resident notified of filing and of the action. He must appear or demur by September 10 1915 at Sullivan Court House or the case will be heard in his absence. Clerk Charles R Railsback. Walter F Wood Attorney. First Insertion July 16 1913.
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