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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1914
Page
6
The Sullivan Union, the county’s only Republican paper since 1866, lists subscription rates with one year six months and three months options in advance. Publishers D Chaney R P White oversee the operation.
The document lists nominees for state and national offices including Hugh Th Miller for US Senate, Judge Ed Jackson for Secretary of State, J Newt Brown for Auditor, Joe Freeman for Treasurer, M A Chapman and U S Lesh for District roles, Shepherd J Crumpacker, Will H Adams for Clerk of Supreme Court, Harry R Campbell for State Geologist, and Oscar E Bland for Congress.
A Vincennes Democrat warned in Knox county that the entire Republican county ticket will win this fall. He noted that current Knox officials are Republicans seeking re election and said Democratic rule has persisted like Sullivan county. He blamed Royal E Purcell of the Vincennes Sun for attacks on Republicans and expressed that Purcell’s fall from influence would aid the Republican ticket. Dems outside the old machine agree Purcell has had enough.
Congressman Sloan of Nebraska cites a Washington report refuting Indiana Democrat Cullop’s claim that wheat prices rose under Democratic rule. Sloan states the five major U.S. wheat markets averaged an eighteen cent drop per bushel comparing this year to two years ago. He argues Cullop’s statement misleads farmers amid tariff adjustments.
The Times dismisses the notion that the nation is prosperous due to the new tariff, pointing to a Sullivan firm’s successful sale as insufficient proof of broad economic strength.
The observer compares the party's rapid disintegration to a federal army in Mexico with all officers and no privates, signaling a collapse of structure and leadership within the party.
Benjamin F. Shively and John W. Kern face scrutiny as Kern alleges eight legislators were bought to back Shively in the Indiana senatorial race. Kern previously accused Shively’s camp of a brewery-linked graft and claimed to know the paying figures, a claim Shively has not denied.
The Cincinnati Enquirer notes Procter and Gamble plans an independent plant near Hamilton Ontario to shield business under British colors. The Muncie Press reports the firm secured land options and expects no construction for about a year, with soaps and cremes to be produced under Canadian government protection.
Ex President Taft cautions reformers about hasty radical changes that could undermine government structure. He urges reliance on the Supreme Court as a bulwark to protect liberty and prevent majority whim from altering fundamental law. The address emphasizes steady, legal guidance during periods of reform.
Betty Blythe, writer for the democratic press bureau, reports after an investigation she could not detect the odor of Taggart Pluto in the present democratic state administration. She notes her nose for news is limited to that finding.
It never gets too warm for the re ae.
Dr. Simeon D. Fess, representative in Congress, argues the country faces a deadly parallel to twenty years ago under the Wilson tariff. He cites rising imports, falling exports, capital outflow, and unemployment as proof of distress under the Underwood tariff and Democratic leadership.
Secretary Bryan sought a special assistant secretary of state with a $4500 salary to be appointed by himself. The House debated the measure and voted to reject it. Speaker Clark, calling his own vote, uttered No triggering a loud reaction and long applause from the chamber.
The Union notes Col John Sellers Parker publisher of the Merom Herald is unhappy with recent articles about Merom area Democratic figures. It states no intent to pander to Parker and jokes he should run for county representative again for amusement.
A large find woke members during a Senate session with a humorous note that the body’s majority already earns a reputation for putting things to sleep.
The Wilson administration advances its legislation and bets on public acceptance, but faces resistance from voters who refuse to embrace the measures. The piece highlights tensions between governing agenda and popular reception.
A brief note suggests a treatment touted as a cure is worsening ailing business conditions and may hasten its closure. Local concerns grow over the administration and effectiveness of the proposed remedy.
The Martinsville Democrat supports the Bull Moose party and its leaders, praising the party's past achievements for the Democrats and standing by an old ally in a time of need. The paper defends the alliance and commends the party's spirit.
The Times reports all Turman township farmers express approval of the Wilson administration, marking a notable show of support amid a new policy statement.
Washington dispatch reports Congressman Henry D. Flood of Virginia faced sharp questions after addressing Tammany in New York on July 4. Flood condemned Roosevelt’s Colombian policy and implied the Wilson administration aids buccaneers, urging action to return the Canal Zone to Colombia or justify the admin’s stance.
Gertrude Wilson executrix of Alonzo Wilson decedent will sell August 15 1914 at 2 pm in Merom Indiana the real estate of the estate including Lots 176 177 220 221 and a 1.78 acre tract in Sullivan County to be sold cash free of liens with court approval for at least two thirds of assessed value. First insertion July 15 1914 4t.
Advertises a 855 page cloth bound book “The Divine Plan of the Ages” with a favorable review from the Atlanta Constitution and praise from Bill Arp. The ad claims the book supports Scripture, comforts the bereaved, and argues for salvation within the church. Price is 35 cents postpaid, from Bible and Tract Society, 17 Hicks Street Brooklyn NY.
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