Fight over road leads to rifle threat near Pleasantville
Pleasantville June 20. A dispute over a roadway sparked a confrontation between Raymond Booker and John Wilson. Wilson allegedly menaced Booker's father with a rifle during a scuffle in which both Booker and Wilson ended up in a ditch. The gun was confiscated and turned over to Squire O Haver and then to Attorney Wood, with further investigation expected.
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Pleasantville
Raymond Booker
John Wilson
Booker
Wilson
Archie Booker
Bookers
Ray Booker
Squire O’haver
Attorney Wood
Sullivan
Local residents in Shelburn and surroundings visitations
Ed Cowan visits Shelburn Thursday. Several residents spend time at Trinity Springs including Mr and Mrs Wim DeBaun and others. Ohio visitor Nora Jenkins stays with Mrs Mary Lloyd. Miss Maggie Bennett injures after a cherry tree fall near Lewis. Old Settlers at Bennetts Grove on Aug 10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Cowan
Shelburn
Wim. DeBaun
Amanda Sherman
W. H. Bennett
Jom Bennett
Lida Lambeth
Jett Tague
Trinity Springs
Nora Jenkins
Ohio
Mary Lloyd
Maggie Bennett
Lewis
Old Settlers
Bennett's Grove
Dr. McGrew
Donnie Bolinger
Jcannie Lloyd
Indianapolis
Lloyd
Maher
Evansville
Fort Branch
Brooks Shake
Spencer County
Indiana
Harry Wallis
Ada Richey
Terre Haute
Eveline
Martha Burton
Princeton
Luna Reed
Harry Richey
Pimento
Harry Huntwerk
Edna Shaw
M. E. Parsonage
Jennie Reed
Sullivan
Sam Johns
Lillie Thomas
Charley Downing
Lillian Cotton
Press Reed’s
Sullivan County Civil War Notes From June 1861
From the Sullivan Democrat June 20 1861. Doo little spoke at West Union grove claiming forty years of advocating slave freedom. Rumor of violence faded. Capt John S Milam works to reorganize a company, later tendered to government but disbanded for lack of enlistment. Indiana adds six regiments with Milam as an able officer. Frank Abingah T re-signed as quartermaster of the 17th regiment. a Republican successor is expected.
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Sullivan Democrat
Doolittle
Grove Ear West
Indiana
Milam
Frank Abin Hag T
Crowder Diary Notes Unit Uniforms and Early Wounds
On June 1 1861 Capt Mastin s company received uniforms. Late that evening a guard fired his own gun wounding a finger and the side of his head. The guard was probably Frank Walters. On June 18 the company marched to the Bellefontaine depot and awaited orders to move to Virginia.
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QO. H. Crowder
Mastin
Frank Walters
Bellefontaine
Virginia
Township Audit Under State Officials Begins
L. R. Chrisman and Jacob H. Winters of the state board of accounts are examining the records of the current township trustees of the county. They will remain on the case for some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. R. Chrisman
Jacob H. Winters
State Board of Accounts
Roy Cowles Big Sale Ad Shown in The Onion Issue
Roy Cowles advertises a major sale in the Onion newspaper issue. The readable text highlights discounted goods and a limited time offer, inviting readers to visit the store and take advantage of special prices.
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Roy Cowles
The
Onion
Governor Reverses Pardon Action on Neal Case
Governor Marshall revokes remission of fines for Hannah Neal of Jackson Hill No 4 serving time for illegal liquor sales. Neal, wife of Dan Neal charged with murder, must now serve $150 in jail. trial slated to begin in Bloomfield on June 26.
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Marshall
Hannah Neal
Jackson Hill No. 4
Wible
Neal
Dan Neal
George Hutchison
Bloomfield
Cappell Divorce Appeal Denied by Judge Bridwell
In Knox county the appeal of John T. Cappell against Nannie D. Cappell was heard by Judge Bridwell who refused the divorce to the plaintiff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John T. Cappell
Nannie D. Cappell
Knox County
Bridwell
Young thieves to be sent to reform school this week
Clyde Gromer ten years old and Harvey Grizle twelve will be sentenced by Judge Bridwell for petty larceny. They admitted stealing brass and other items and tried to sell brass from Long and Warren's warehouse. Abe Hantman the junk dealer notified police and the boys were taken into custody.
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Clyde Gromer
George Gromer
Harvey Grizle
George Grizzle
Corbin Family Returns to Sullivan from Oklahoma
Mr. W. F. Corbin and his family, who moved to Oklahoma about two years ago, have returned to Sullivan to reside. Corbin is a brother of Dr. E. M. Corbin of Sullivan.
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Oklahoma
W. F. Corbin
Sullivan
Mr. Corbin
E. M. Corbin
Will Witness Coronation In London Visit Trio
Three locals plan to attend King George V coronation events in London on Thursday. C. J. Sherman, president of the Citizens Trust Company of this city, Miss Joy Davis, daughter of Benjamin Davis, and Walter Walters, a sailor on the battleship Delaware, will be among the observers.
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London
George
C. J. Sherman
Citizens Trust Company
Joy Davis
Benjamin Davis
Walter Walters
Deleware
Crow Pleads Guilty in Sodomy Case
Roy Crow of Shelburn pleaded guilty before Judge Bridwell to sodomy and was sentenced to the Jeffersonville reformatory for a term ranging from two to fourteen years.
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Crow
Roy Crow
Shelburn
Bridwell
Jeffersonville Reformatory
The Nantes Carrier Deaths In The French Revolution
A historical note recalls Jean Baptiste Carrier famed for organizing wholesale drownings on the Loire during the 1793 Nantes crisis. Boats with priests and civilians were sunk, with up to 150 victims per raft. Carrier was tried after the revolution and guillotined for his crimes.
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Jean Baptiste Carrier
Nantes
Loire
Carrier
Want Ads Rates Notice for Classifieds
Public notice outlines want ad pricing at one cent per word for first insertion and half a cent per word for each subsequent insertion. The policy applies to classified advertisements.
Gasoline Stovey Cleaned and Repaired
Gasoline Stovey was cleaned and repaired, with repair work completed by John B. Gooldy. The record notes the actions taken and the responsible party involved in the maintenance.
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John B. Gooldy
Knotts Advertises Angora Goats For Sale
Robert F Knotts lists fifteen Angora goats for sale. The notice signals livestock availability and owner contact details for prospective buyers.
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Robert F. Knotts
Gale
John C. Chaney Seeks Sale of Top Buggy Spindle
John C. Chaney offers last year top buggy with ball bearing spindle for cash or barter in exchange for live stock.
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John C. Chaney
Shelburn Boy Charged With Heinous Crime
Roy Crow of Shelburn was jailed Saturday evening charged with a heinous crime against young boys. Bert Ladson, whose ten year old son is ill from the alleged act, identified Crow and pressed charges. Crow was found asleep near the EB and T H station, then taken to the county jail after Ladson drew his revolver.
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Roy Crow
Shelburn
Crow
Bert Ladson
Ladson
Rain Soaks County Boosting Local Crops
A heavy rain from Saturday night to Sunday noon revived drying crops across the county. Dry spell harmed corn germination, but pasture, small fruits, and vegetables will benefit from the copious shower, with farmers valuing the rain highly.
Local Visitors and Visits in Sullivan Area
Miss Ethel Wright of Sullivan visited relatives nearby. Several from here attended Cass commencement Thursday evening. Rev. Williams visited Everett Rhodes Sunday night. Cecil Ralph and Miss Gladys Nash of Sullivan returned home this week. Miss Lola Brewer of Sullivan visited cousin Miss Gertie Miller Sunday. Paul Luzader and Leslie Smith of Cass were on the streets Sunday evening. Mr. Griffiths went to Terre Haute to meet his wife. Rev. Elias Brewer of Sullivan works on his farm this week. George Deneve, James Griffiths, Charley Webley, Floyd Burch and Charley Asrey went to Dugger Saturday night.
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Ethel Wright
Sullivan
Cass
Rev. Williams
Everett Rhodes
Cecil
Ralph
Gladys Nash
Lola Brewer
Gertie Miller
Paul Luzader
Leslie Smith
Mr. Griffiths
Terre Haute
Elias Brewer
George Deneve
James Griffiths
Charley Webley
Floyd Burch
Charley Asrey
Dugger
New Discovery Helps Newark Man Win Battle for Life
James B. Mershon of Newark New Jersey recounts a long bloody struggle with lung hemorrhages and weakness. After eight months unable to work he credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving his life. It claims to aid weak lungs chronic coughs and asthma and is sold by Joe K Smock & Son.
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James B. Mershon
Newark
N. J
Dr. King
Joe K. Smock & Son
Custody and divorce petitions filed in Sullivan County court
In the matter of eight year old Paul Wright custody petitioners B of C guardians of Sullivan county file for custody. Walter G. Scott sues William H. Rusher for judgment. Grace Raines seeks divorce from Russell Raines. Della Purcell sues Thomas Purcell W Paul Stratton administrator of Joseph P. Stratton estate sues Elizabeth Stratton et al to sell real estate to pay debts.
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Paul Wright
Sullivan County
Walter G. Scott
William H. Rusher
Grace Raines
Russell Raines
W. Paul Stratton
Joseph P. Stratton
Elizabeth Stratton
Advertised Letters at Sullivan Post Office June 21 1911
Unclaimed letters listed in two categories with names of ladies and gents. Letters will be sent to the Dead Letter Office if not called for within two weeks. One cent due on each letter. Also notice of Roy Cowles' carpet and rug sale starting Friday.
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Sullivan, Ind
Clark
Wm. Harrup
Thomas. Laperma
Ontonio
Maxwell
B. Queen
Arthur
Stevenson
Care R. Lomas
Langhan
A. L. Springer
H. S. Turpin
P. B. Welch
Charles
Merom College Names New President Daniel Allbright Long
Rev Daniel Allbright Long a M D D of Asheville N C will succeed Dr B Whitaker as president of Merom College Union Christian College He formerly led Antioch College Ohio for 16 years and earned a reputation for educational progress He held roles with the American Christian convention and won a 500 prize for arbitration writing His NC profile notes Confederate service Yale UNC Columbia education and a North Carolina roots background and Republican loyalty.
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Roosevelt
Dr. Long
R. B Glenn
North Carolina
Daniel Allbright Long
University of North Carolina
Yale
University of Virginia
Columbia University
N. Y
Antioch College
Ohio
United States
Long
Europe
Egypt
Palestine
A Charming Woman Deserves Health and Beauty
An old advertisement touts Electric Bitters for women’s health and beauty, claiming they regulate the stomach liver and kidneys, purify the blood, and improve complexion. Sold for 50c at Joe K. Smock & Son's.
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Joe K. Smock & Son’s
Pleasantville Community Notes Highlight Local Visits
Miss Ruth Hunley studying at Terre Haute visited her parents Mr and Mrs Frank Hunley. Rex Simms and roommate of ISN visited sister Mrs A F Hindman. Ollie Powell of Shelburn visiting Dr Shepherd. Mr and Mrs James Wilson moved into their new home. Mrs John Collins and son Ralph visited their son Earl camping with Dutch Memmert. Infant child of Mr and Mrs John Brown buried. A new light plant installed at M E church. Rev Nickerson and family visited Columbus. New baby born to Dr and Mrs Johnny Carrico of Bicknell. Ann Corbin and Hugh Rose among finny tribe Friday.
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Ollie Powell
Shelburn
Shepherd
Columbus
Ind
Johnny Carrico
Bicknell
Ann Corbin
Hugh Rose
Rain arrives as harvests peak in Graysville news
Graysville reports weekend rain ending drought as wheat and clover harvests proceed apace. Local events include a surprise birthday dinner for Mrs. Noble Vail and visits by Mrs. Mary Cushman and son Guy. Notices urge safer driving after a reckless 20 mile per hour clip endangering children.
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Noble Vail
Mary Cushman
Guy
Tabor
Christian Church
J. E. Sidebottom
Paxton
Nancy Turman
Tom
Sullivan
Emerson Watson
Ham Burton
Odd Fellows
Banks Behind the Bars for Failing to Pay Fine
John Banks, once convicted of operating a blind tiger, was arrested Thursday evening and jailed after serving thirty days and then failing to pay the assessed fine.
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Banks
John Banks
Roy Cowles Sale Opens Friday With Window Bargains
Display in Roy Cowles' window advertises bargains for a sale starting Friday, outlining discounted items and inviting customers to view early.
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Farmersbung
Neal Case
A. W. Macy
Joseph B. Bowles
Stringtown
Della Purcell
Thomas Purcell
Hopewell
Glenn
Howard
Eila
Joslin
Minnie. Shutt
Ada
A A. Holmes, P. M
Merom College
Rev
D. A. Long
Asheville, N. C
O. B. Whitaker
Ruth Hunley
State Normal
Frank Hunley
Rex Simms
A. F. Hindman
Graysville
Oosier
Maxwell-Cowles Shoe CO. Foot-Fitters
Friedman
L. Friedman
South Side Square
Sullivan Union
Terre Haute Tribune
the Farmers Guide
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