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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1880
Page
2
A fragmented verse portrays a woman waiting in rain for a hoped return as trains and weather shape her mood. Vivid imagery contrasts clouded skies, violet light, and fading sunset with her lingering vigil and fading hopes. The scene shifts from sorrow to a flicker of light as the day ends and two figures hurry home in the rain.
A long serving housemaid Mary forms a bond with Peter the coachman, faces jealousy with Lucy, and ultimately remains unmarried. After Lucy’s outburst and marriage to Peter, Mary continues living with the family until her death ten years later, leaving a white bonnet and Mary Smith prayer book preserved.
In the aftermath of the Long Island affair Washington seeks intelligence from the East River shore. Captain Hale volunteers for Knowlton's Rangers to scout enemy positions and report directly to the commander in chief. Hale persuades Captain Hull despite warnings of the dangers, insisting duty makes any necessary service honorable.
Essay recounts Nathan Hale's capture as a spy and summary execution by British forces, contrasting his decisive sacrifice with William Andre's later fate. It notes Hale's calm bravery, his final words, and the harsh treatment he endured, highlighting his lasting tribute as a pure patriot.
The article recalls a Northampton visit to hear Daniel Webster and Rufus Choate as opposing counsel in the Oliver Smith will case. Webster spoke briefly with restrained dignity while Choate delivered a two hour, fervent, dynamic argument, pacing the courtroom and gesturing vividly before the crowded jury.
The Chinese legation here operates with two ministers Chen Lan Pin and Yung Wing both accredited as ministers and to Europe. When both present a state paper is signed by both and communications are addressed to both. The senior is the absent minister while Yung Wing is minister plenipotentiary, not an acting secretary.
A sharp social remark notes men mock fashion trends from street to theater. The piece emphasizes ridicule of both a tiny bonnet and an ambitious theater outfit, reflecting attitudes toward dress and status.
Attorney at Law based in Sullivan Indiana offering real estate and insurance services with prompt collection attention. Office listed as No 7 South Side with details on location in a bank building.
Attorneys at law advertise office locations on the north side of the square over MecCammon's Store and at the north east corner of the public square.
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