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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1914
Page
8
The Brotherhood of churches will discuss a social service program next Sunday afternoon. A Commission on Social Service will be created to study community life and propose practical action for city betterment, with electoral groups from member churches appointing up to three members each.
G W Clayton formerly of Sullivan county and practicing in Liberty Indiana has located in Carlisle for dental practice. He occupies offices in the National Bank building and has purchased Solomon Deeble's residence in Carlisle.
The Indiana Appellate Court overturned a Sullivan County ruling in the state against Andy and Frank Weaver over a blind tiger bond. It held a surety may escape liability by delivering the prisoner before judgment, and that forfeited bonds aren’t profit sources. The Warwick language was dicta and outside issues.
Unclaimed letters as of June 10 1914 listed by category include ladies Emma Fowler Maggie Holland Bessie Mundell Minnie Pierce Mollie Gents James Beaumont Henry Jackson R Jarvis R F Thomas D C Layton Nancy Miller E O Walter John Wolf and others. Two weeks remain before transfer to the Dead Letter Office.
Miss Mary Audrey Rose married William Armstrong at her mother's home on West Sylvan Dell street in a ring ceremony led by Rev. Wm. E. Gray. The bride, a popular teacher in Shelburn schools, and the groom plan to live north of the city after a reception with numerous relatives and friends in attendance.
A circular plot at Center Ridge cemetery is staked for a concrete fountain as four concrete walks lead to it from all directions. A large basin will supply irrigation water and a drinking water tap will be installed. City mains reach the grounds and Kerlin of the local water company donates the water for the cemetery.
Judge Bridwell of the circuit court fixed Claude Purcell's bond at 5000 on a first degree murder indictment for the killing of Fred Curtis, a trainmaster with the Haag Circus, in the city on April 30. It is unlikely Purcell will raise the bond.
Herbert C. Steel, formerly of Donnelly and Steel, has purchased the tailoring business of Mayfield and Sibley and assumed control on Monday. Dombey Mayfield remains in charge of operations.
Ed Sinclair a farmer east of Shelburn was thrown from his buggy when a frightened horse reared as an auto from Hymera passed. The rig overturned twice causing a broken rib for Sinclair and damage to the buggy. He blamed no one, though another auto from Linton tried to pass and upset the rig again.
Lincoln chautauqua in Sullivan runs June 25 through 30 with committees reporting strong season ticket sales. Promoters advertise a robust program and top talent for the event, with detailed plans for the first two days outlined.
Formal opening features University Players with a Heart of the Nation lecture by Thomas McCleary. Admission 15 and 25 cents. Second day offers a humorous mission of mirth lecture and a tour of entertainment by Tom Corwine with nightly programs and admissions from 25 to 50 cents.
The city council let contracts for paving South Main and French streets. E V Bergen & Co of Franklin won South Main at 18893.42 dollars and Miller Construction Co of Lebanon won French at 4184.50 dollars. South Main owners have ten days to report brick or concrete. French street owners favor concrete. Work expected to start around June 15.
In Knox circuit court, the case Martha Stewart versus Mary Chambers on change of venue from Sullivan county was argued last week. The court found for the plaintiff and against the defendant on her cross complaint, according to the Vincennes Commercial.
The Root store of Terre Haute opened a branch music store one door north of Long Warren hardware on Monday. It will carry a full line of pianos and victrolas. A full page advertisement of the firm appears in this issue of the Union.
The city received its first rain in four weeks on Friday around five o'clock, lasting about an hour. The wash of rain was beneficial but crops and vegetation in the county still suffer from the ongoing drought.
The third cargo of Newfoundland pig iron in recent weeks has arrived in Philadelphia, signaling continued shipments from Newfoundland producers and steady steelmaking input for local mills.
Mrs. Ben Stone and her children from Bloomington Illinois are visiting relatives for an extended period. Mr. Stone works as a traveling freight agent for the Illinois Central railroad with Bloomington as his headquarters.
A. A. Peeler of Jackson Hill reports his son Harry Peeler died May 19 in Honolulu Hawaii after a ten day pneumonia illness. The body will go to San Francisco then Shelburn for interment. Harry enlisted about a year ago and served with Battery E First Field Artillery.
Barton W Seever a respected Haddon township farmer died at his home near Carlisle on May 28 1914 after several years of poor health and strokes He was born January 21 1845 in Fairfield County Ohio and is survived by his wife seven children seven grandchildren two sisters and many friends Funeral services were conducted at the Seever home with Rev Reid of the Carlisle M E church and burial at Shepherd Cemetery Carlisle News
The rumor that Tom Taggart would visit Ireland for four months sparked alarm among Indiana Democratic leaders who fear a weakened campaign. Taggart later said he would visit the old country "some time" but not depart Indiana long term. Democratic organizers push Bull Moose meetings to show large, enthusiastic turnout.
Loogootee Ind June 8 John Co Terry a Halbert township citizen says his name was placed on the progressive county ticket without his knowledge and that he will not be a candidate on that ticket but will support the republican cause.
The state alleges Perry Drake promoted a conspiracy with Wolfe and others. Drake faced arson charges and was found guilty as the trial emphasized the conspiratorial role and Drake's demeanor during proceedings.
The court set bonds at a lower level than the state requested in a high profile case. Defense attorneys argued the $8,000 bond per defendant was excessive, and Judge Healy suggested $5,090 would suffice. Defense counsel noted defendants spent all they had to fight the case, while costs to the state could exceed $6,000. The trial drew broad public interest across the county, with rapid jury deliberations ending in a universally satisfactory verdict.
Mrs. Drake arrived in Washington with attorney Lee Bays and relatives for bond approval. Drake, Osburn, Thompson signed the bond at a local attorney office with James Allen adding his signature as a required freeholder. Bays planned to seek Judge Ogden then Judge Henry's approvals. Reports say the family inherited 216 acres in the Sullivan county oil field valued up to 750000 dollars.
Danville Indiana June 8 The principal speakers at the Hendricks county republican convention to be held in this city on June 20 will be George W Hanna a progressive leader in the fifth district in 1912 and James B Wilson of Clay county a major Roosevelt Beveridge supporter in 1912 Only seventy two people showed up at the recent progressive county convention and many active participants were leading Democratic politicians of the county.
The only impact from the tariff removal on Australian wool is a price cut. otherwise the measure has not eased prices. Argentine corn continues to weigh on domestic cereal prices.
R R 1 Fairbanks J B McKinley and Sam Riggs hauled wheat to West Union Illinois last week. Mr and Mrs Will Laughry were in York Illinois Thursday. Mr and Mrs George Kersey were in Sullivan Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Carl Lester were in Terre Haute Thursday. Mr and Mrs Robert Johnson and Mrs W A Burton went to Sullivan Wednesday. Mr and Mrs C F Whitlock and Mr and Mrs David Whitlock did shopping in Terre Haute Thursday. Jesse Burton of Farmersburg bought many chickens Thursday. J D Ransford and O P Badger of Graysville attended Sunday school convention at Drake church Sunday afternoon. The Fairbanks Township Sunday school convention at Drake church Sunday afternoon was largely attended. Addresses by Rev A M McGuire and Rev Philip Freis Sullivan were given. Representatives of schools gave readings and musical numbers. Much money pledged for County Sunday School work. Rev Thompson filled Kingsley Sunday morning. Sunday school will observe Children’s Day Sunday June 21. J O Pogue was in Terre Haute Thursday. Mrs Sarah Strain spent Sunday with her children at Kingsley. Percy Lester and Loren Thomas attended commencement at Hutsonville Illinois Saturday evening.
Property for sale in Carlisle. See G. I. Blowers, Carlisle. 46 4t p.
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