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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1914
Page
6
Subscription rates are listed with terms One Year Six Months Three Months all strictly in advance. Publishers D Chaney and R P White note the paper was entered as second class matter July 1 1873 at Sullivan Indiana under the March 8 1873 Congress act.
A ballot slate features United States Senator Hugh Th. Miller for Columbus and Judge Ed Jackson for Secretary of State with I Newt Brown for Auditor Franklin and Joe Freeman for Treasurer Terre Haute listed on the ticket.
The piece argues that protectionist policy has driven national growth for decades while democratic tariff ideas failed in practice. It criticizes the Wilson administration for hindering business with radical legislation and a costly public finance gap, questioning who bears responsibility for today’s uncertain, slow recovery despite abundant harvests and money.
The Commerce Department admits a large rise in food imports under the Underwood-Simmons Tariff and a drop in exports. In March 1914 imports of foodstuffs topped 24 million dollars versus 17.5 million in March 1913. Early signs point to Republican victories, with two pointed judgments on Wilson policies noted in the Seventh District.
The piece argues the Payne-Aldrich Act hurt U S farmers in March 1914 with exports down from 138.9 million to 7.2 million and total losses around 13.2 million when including foreign trade. It notes farmers’ political influence, organization in granges, and how economic outcomes shape votes.
A distressed jobless man pleads for help as the professor dismisses poverty as psychological. The exchange lampoons denial of hardship through a philosophy that money and hunger are mere constructs, with a final jab about politics and psychology.
The President urged voters to judge the current administration. Voters responded by electing a Republican to Congress, the first such gain in fourteen years. In Massachusetts Twelfth District Democrats chose a candidate opposed to the President on toll repeal policy.
Advertising ethics and practices are explored with humor and critique. The piece argues publicity helps business yet warns against deceit. It compares barn ads to newspapers, notes that honest ads benefit dealers, and mocks self secrecy as a form of advertising. It ends with a jab about unique personal branding.
The Princeton Clarion News argues that Purdue University graduates in civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering face a lack of job demand due to tariff revisions. It cites debt from self-funded study and broader economic strain, warning that tariff policy harms families and communities and questions Republican tariff causes.
The New York Times reports President Wilson told Western business leaders that the current depression is psychological and that no material conditions prevent business from thriving. He urged merchants to discard fears and restore confidence, arguing they exaggerate dangers and tremble at imaginary terrors.
The author ridicules the President for blaming business troubles on psychological factors while praising the nation’s conscience. They accuse Congress of pursuing demagogic bills for political gain and warn that business confidence suffers when leaders rely on slick phrases rather than substantive policy.
Esteemed instructor in New York City praises Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder for foot comfort. He dances eight to ten hours daily, claims the product keeps feet cool and reduces friction, and recommends it to pupils. Sample free offer directs readers to Allen S. Olmsted in LeRoy, New York.
Bedford Indiana June 16 Republicans in Lawrence County reported 1850 votes in Saturdays primary a turnout surpassing the 1912 figures by about 18 percent The county chair says the gain occurred despite farmers busy season and signals a shift to restore the GOP to power.
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Miss Emma Mason of New Lebanon and Miss Helen Bailey of Paxton attended commencement exercises at DePauw University last week as guests of Miss Oma Bailey. Norval Harris joined the Terre Haute Star in the repertorial department.
An advertisement urges readers to take Foley Kidney Pills to relieve rheumatism backache and stiff painful muscles. It claims the pills quickly clear the blood of poisons causing pain and lists Joe K. Smock & Son as the seller.
A religious discourse examines Mark 10 17 31 and Luke 16 13. Jesus challenges a rich young ruler to follow his example, stressing sacrifice and devotion over wealth while warning how wealth can hinder entry to the Kingdom of God. The message contrasts perceived virtue with true discipleship and notes Peter’s concern about leaving all for Christ.
The School City of Sullivan proposes to construct a brick and stone gymnasium building on city grounds between North Main and North Court streets north of Beech Street facing North Court. It will house four classrooms a gymnasium and an auditorium with four basement rooms and cost about 32000 dollars financed by bonds issued around June 27 1914.
Anna E Surrells named executrix of the estate of George E Surrells late of Sullivan County Indiana deceased. Estate reported solvent. Buff Strattan attorneys.
Mary E. Brown executrix of the estate of Francis M. Brown of Sullivan County directs notice to all claimants. John C. Chaney, attorney, records first insertion June 10, 1914.
The State of Indiana Sullivan Circuit Court May term 1914 carries a notice involving Susanah Plummer Charles R Railsback and Walter F Wood. First insertion June 3 1914 3t.
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