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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1912
Page
6
The Sullivan Union, the county's only Republican paper established in 1866, lists subscription rates in advance: one year one dollar, six months fifty cents, three months twenty-five cents. Publishers D. Chaney and R. P. White.
W. J. Williams announces candidacy for representative pending the decision of the Republican county convention. He states his campaign aims to advance party principles and seeks support from GOP delegates.
The note announces Henry H. Smith as a candidate for the sheriff nomination, subject to the decision of the Republican county convention. The item signals party support and the electoral process shaping local law enforcement leadership.
For Commissioner Second District. Editors Union candidate for nomination to the office of commissioner from the second district, subject to the decision of the republican nominating convention. JAMES T. OSBURN.
A speaker argues that Theodore Roosevelt is dangerous to the Democratic Party, not to the country, noting that the party’s core issue is free silver and anti imperialism, while Roosevelt challenges their platform.
In January a little over $120,000 remained in the state debt sinking fund. The Vincennes bond issue of $120,548 could have been redeemed, but the fund was instead used to pay current bills.
The text portrays the Republican Party as cohesive and dominant since its founding, with rare leadership changes and a record of guiding the nation through Civil War, financial crises, and wars. It emphasizes consistent governance, nationwide support, and the enactment of major legislation as the party’s defining achievements.
The piece argues Memorial Day binds past and future by honoring Civil War veterans and urging young citizens to uphold government with courage and justice. It stresses that emergencies will come and patriotism must endure across generations, linking duty in peace and war.
The piece compares 1912 and 1861 to show world progress tied to the Union. It notes Americans must meet crises and combat demagogues, with Civil War veterans now aging but living in successors and future Memorial Days, as cited by the St. Louis Globe-Democrat.
Former senator James A. Hemenway, a top Taft leader in the state, vows loyal support for Roosevelt should he secure the nomination, signaling post convention unity and victory as Chicago hosts the party gathering.
The piece explains delegate counts for the Republican and Democratic national conventions, the required majority or two thirds to nominate, and the electoral college totals. It notes the 1908 reapportionment raising the house and total electors to 531, with confusion over nomination voting rules and recent increases from 499 to 531.
A study of the 1911 reapportionment act shows New York will have 45 electoral votes in November. The piece analyzes how states like New York, Missouri, Ohio, Indiana and others affect the Democratic or Republican chances, outlining possible vote paths and shortfalls under the new distribution.
The analysis argues a Democratic candidate must win New York to reach 266 electoral votes. It outlines projections showing 174 votes from 1508 Democrats, plus Missouri 18 and New York 45 totaling 237, needing 29 more. Adding New Jersey 14 and Connecticut 7 yields 258, eight short, with Arizona 3 possible. The piece stresses a reform-minded, business-friendly candidate who can attract independents and West support, regardless of origin, if New York backs him.
A humorous ad claims Electric Bitters transform a woman into a healthy, vibrant partner by improving nerves, complexion, sleep, and energy. It touts relief from indigestion backache headache fainting and dizzy spells and calls the remedy a woman’s favorite. Sold by Joe K Smock & Sons drug store.
NEW LEBANON residents attended Carlisle commencement exercises Monday night. Local gatherings included an ice cream supper by the Kings Heralds and Woodmen Royal Neighbors decoration. An Indianapolis visitor and several Sullivan area residents were noted, with a testimonial about Foley Kidney Pills from M rs M A McLaughlin of LaCrosse Wisconsin.
Fred F. Bays, prosecuting attorney, went to Indianapolis Friday to discuss the wash house case with Attorney General Honan. The case, appealed to the supreme court by the county's mining corporations, was upheld as constitutional by Judge Bridwell.
An old advertisement text mocks harsh crowd control rhetoric and promotes Dr. King’s New Life Pills as a gentler bowel remedy. It mentions street crowds, a police-like command to move on, and pills sold by Joe K for 25 cents.
Akron Michigan resident Mrs J E Henry explains kidney troubles left her weak and visiting the doctor. After using a Foley Kidney Pill sample she bought a bottle and believes the remedy saved a large medical bill. For sale by Smock Son.
Physicians and lawyers across Sullivan announce offices and services. Eye and throat specialties include Drs Briggs Thompson Knapp and Kalley. Attorneys Langley Hays Chaney and others offer collections, probate, and court practice. Offices span Briggs Building Sullivan State Bank building and Citizens Trust Building.
C A Price notary public and Ivor Hunt's Drug Store on the West Side are shown alongside W L Laurent and Jas Brown. Brown and Schroeder Abstracters specialize in examining and perfecting titles and managing estates in Sullivan County. Office in Cruwders Building east of oid.
Former attorney LEE F. BAYS announces will practice in all courts as needed. Offices are on the north side square, upstairs.
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