Civil War Battles and Movements Fifty Years Ago This Week
A broad survey of Civil War actions from mid June 1863 outlines Confederate advances into Maryland and Kentucky, Union countermeasures near Harrisburg and Vicksburg, naval movements against privateers, and political shifts in Ohio West Virginia and Missouri. The report notes troop movements, battles, parolees, and administrative actions as the conflict shifts across theaters.
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Lincoln
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Ohio
West Virginia
Massachusetts
New York
Smith
Hagerstown
Chambersborg
Harrisburg
Philadelphia
Milroy
Mharper
Lee
Bragg
Kentucky
Hick- Iron
Columbus
Hancock
Kilpatrick
Rosseau
Aldie
Missouri and
Henry
Fernando, Miss
Chamcters
Fletcher Freeman
Sullivan County
Indiana
Life of Fraissard the Reluctant Master of Marble
M Fraissard, Paris Ivry sculptor who spent 24 years on a single work and died poor at seventy. He never sold any piece, leaving a legacy of flawless mosaics and dedicated toil. His black marble table with an onyx chessboard and fans of playing cards showcased extraordinary craft and patience.
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M. Fraissard
Ivry
Paris
Fraissard
M. Frassard
Owed to Immortal Bard Brightens Everyday Speech
The Dial notes common phrases borrowed from Shakespeare as part of a debt to the poet. Frank J. Wilstach compiled a list for Sothern and Marlowe including bag and baggage and others, while readers add phrases such as to the manner born and a sea of troubles.
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Shakespeare
The
Dial
Chicago
Frank J. Wilstach
Mr. Sothern
Miss Marlowe
Queens on thrones in the last century
The 19th-century saw three young queens Victoria Isabella and Maria de Gloria rule England Spain and Portugal. Their consorts were Prince Albert of Saxe Coburg, the Infant Francois D Assise and Prince Ferdinand. The latter two held nominal king titles, while Albert never sought kingship.
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England
Spain
Portugal
Victoria
Isabella
Maria de Gloria
Prince Albert of
Saxe-Coburg
Francois D’assise
Ferdinand
Saxe Coburg
Prince Albert
Pall Mall Gazette
Reluctant Approach Eases Worst Dangers
Mrs. Cayenne admits limited interest in investigations. She suggests saving time by acting immediately to relieve the worst conditions, prioritizing direct action over detailed inquiry.
Woes of Ancient Israel Echo in Modern Times
A sermon notes Amos six to eight condemning luxury self indulgence while urging righteousness and meekness. It contrasts past progress with current wealth gaps and warns the rich and poor alike against self indulgence and social decay. An estray mule notice and a bankruptcy proceeding follow.
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Israel
Amos
Zephaniah
Appointment of Will H. Hays as administrator
Will H. Hays appointed administrator of the estate of Arcenith R. Stanley of Sullivan County Indiana the estate is described as solvent Hays and Hays attorneys note first insertion June 11 1913
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will H. Hays
Arcenith R. Stanley
Sullivan County
Indiana
Hays & Hays, Attorneys
Notice of Final Settlement in Branham Estate
Branham administrator of Elizabeth Branham estate files final account in Sullivan Circuit Court. Hearing set for Friday June 20 1913 on the 41st judicial day of May term. Creditors heirs and legatees must appear to show cause why the report should not be approved. Attorney William Branham Walter F. Wood. First insertion June 4 1913.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore B. Shaffer
District of Indiana
Indianapolis
Sullivan Union
Albert B. Anderson
William Branham
Elizabeth Branham
Sullivan Circuit Court
Sullivan City to study sidewalk improvement plan in 1918
Notice from the Sullivan Indiana Common Council dated June 10 1918 announces a preliminary resolution for Main Street cement sidewalks from Wall Street to Lot 88 and along Murphys Heirs addition with five to six foot widths. The city will cover street and alley inter sections costs while adjacent property owners pay the sidewalk portion. A public hearing is set for July 8 1918 to assess benefits against costs.
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Common Council
Sullivan
Indiana
Main Street
Wall Street
Murphys Heirs
City
Illinois Central Railroad
Kickapoo Worm Killer Advertises for Children
Many mothers misattribute worms symptoms to indigestion or nervousness. The ad claims Kickapoo Worm Killer candy lozenge expels worms, regulates bowels, and makes children well, priced 25c and sold by Kickapoo Medicine Co. and local druggists.
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Kickapoo Medicine Co
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Joe XK
Smock & Son
Porcelain Enameling Risks Spark U S Labor Concern
Europe leads with leadless sanitary ware enamels while Britain and Germany favor leadless varieties. The United States treats the trade as highly dangerous due to material hazards and scant worker protections.
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United States
Europe
Great Britain
Germany
Best Laxative for the Aged
Old men and women feel the need of a laxative more than young folks but it must be safe and harmless and one which will not cause pain. Dr. King's New Life Pills are especialy good for the aged for they act promptly and easily. Price 25c. Recommended by Joe K. Smock Son, druggists.
False Vaudeville Claim Cited By Box Office Audience
A man at the box office challenges a show as a fake vaudeville act. He accuses the performers of singing songs without love themes and notes the stars above were not linked to the act.
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Promises Fast Skin Relief
Advertises Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for ulcers boils eczema and skin troubles. Mrs Bruce Jones of Birmingham Ala reportedly healed an ugly ulcer in two weeks. Product endorsed by Joe K Smock Son druggists with a 25 cent price.
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Bucklen
Bruce Jones
Birmingham
Ala
Joe K. Smock
New York's nickname Gotham traced to English village
The article notes Gotham in England as the source of the nickname wise men of Gotham for New York. It cites ancient ridicule of simple villagers and Washington Irving’s Salmagundi applying the term to New York City, where the name endured beyond its original meaning.
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Gotham
England
Washington Irving
New York
Foley Kidney Pills Endorsement From New Bedford User
Katherine L Norton of New Bedford Massachusetts reports severe back pain and burning lasting until Foley Kidney Pills provided relief. She states the pills left her pain gone and she feels toned and invigorated and recommends the product. For sale by
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katherine L. Norton
New Bedford
Macés
Smock & Son
Many Minds Unite to Move the World
The passage argues that individual minds lose value as collective effort grows, praising the power of educated public opinion led by women. It emphasizes women’s rapid understanding of what can be achieved in economic social and intellectual life through united public influence.
Chills Fevers and Malaria Tonic Sold by Local Firm
Chills fevers and malaria are treated with Mendenhall's Chill and Fever Tonic touted as the best substitute for quinine. The tonic is described as pleasant to take and is sold and guaranteed to satisfy by Joe K Smock and Son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mendenhall
Joe K. Smock & Son
No Alternative
In a witty exchange from a London Opinion cartoon strip a wife questions her husband about his claim that he married her for her cooking. He defends himself saying he invented an excuse and did not know what else to say.
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London
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promoted With Reward
The advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures all stages of catarrh a constitutional disease and offers 100 reward if it fails. It asks readers to send for testimonials and lists F J Cheney Co of Toledo Ohio as the maker. It notes price 75 cents and mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Mhall
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Ohio
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Guy Clerk
W. L. Laurent
Shelburn, Ind
C. T. Howard
Indiana Veterinary College
Parks & Knotts Barn
Sullivan, Indiana
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J. T. Averdll
Ills
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Barco
Ind
Farrer
L. A. Stewart
Art Dentistry
West Washington St
C. F. Briggs
Walter N. Thompson
George W. Buff
W. P. Stratton
Citizens Trust Building
J. W. Lindley
N. Side
Isaac H, Kalley
Sullivan State Bank
Hays & Hays
John C. Chaney
Citizens Trust Bldg
Sheiburr
McNabb
Citizens Trust Co
A. Price
Notary Public
Hunt
West Side
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Schroeder
Brown & Schroeder
Crowder
Usrey’s
Chas. D. Hunt
Gilbert W
Lee F. Bays
North Side Square
O O. T. Howard
Parks & Knotts Livery Barn
J. F. Scherb Insurance Real Estate
McClanahan’s
Sullivan, Ind
George Knapp
Vincennes Davis House
M. A. Haddon Real Estate
Watson’s
Alston
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