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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1911
Page
8
The famed driver shown with a floral wreath after a Kentucky Derby win. He has many trophies and a strong string of horses at Indianapolis track preparing for the Grand Circuit races set for July 11 to 14.
Indianapolis hosts first Grand Circuit meet July 11 14 with four races daily. Noted drivers Geers Benyon McDonald Murphy James Snow and others travel to the track as 200 horses prepare plus judges Frank Walker and A J Keating named to oversee the event.
A green trotter named Lady Green Goods, bred by Peter the Great and trained by Bob Grady, ran a mile in 2.08% at Lexington before June 1 and is expected to be a factor in slow classes along the Grand Circuit.
The death of King Chulalongkorn marks the passing of a renowned Siamese monarch who modernized the kingdom, opened Siam to the West, and implemented reforms including religious freedom, abolition of slavery, and tax reforms. He governed a vast territory, fostered Bangkok's modernization, and educated many sons abroad. The article notes his English studies, royal duties, and the ceremonial succession by Prince Charofa Maha Vajiravudh.
A June devotional explores Micah 6 8 and Jesus teaching on justice mercy and humility. It argues that true righteousness begins in the heart and that holiness includes speaking truthfully guarding others interests and showing mercy while maintaining humility before God. It notes the difficulty of perfect justice and recalls Paul’s humility as a reminder.
A vivid river procession unfolds with tens of thousands of lamps and lanterns along the stream. Plantain-raft barges carry pagodas towers and gates lit by cressets as crowds watch the fairy like spectacle from the banks. Each lamp lit boat holds life’s bright hopes as it glides down the rapid water.
Hal Stoddard visits his parents in Merom while Ex-President Whitaker prepares to move to Missouri. The summer normal school opens and Dr. Long, president elect, preaches at the college. A reception honors Long. death of Mrs. Winebrenner prompts cancellation of Lincolnia entertainment and prompts reflection on athletics and domestic science.
In Sullivan Circuit Court May Term 1911 against Martin Lane a complaint for divorce was filed by Miss. The defendant is not a resident of Indiana and is summoned to answer by Sept 5, 1911 at Sullivan Court House. Clerk Arthur E. DeBayn seals the notice.
An old advertisement asserts deafness stems from inflamed Eustachian tube mucous lining and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure as a cure with a $100 reward for nonresponsive cases. It claims catarrh causes nine of ten deafness cases and urges sending for free circulars from J Chenery & Co Toledo Ohio.
Martha Durham is home for the summer. Emerson Watson and wife spent Sunday with Hamilton Burton and wife in Graysville. Elle Eno was in Merom Friday. Mary Duffer went Friday to Terre Haute, where she expects to attend the summer normal. Mrs. W. H. Pounds was in Sullivan Saturday. Warren Watson made a business trip to Terre Haute Saturday. Warmers are very busy harvesting wheat with variable yields. Mrs. Tom Donnelly and Miss Edna Wolf of Sullivan dined at Warren Watson's Monday. John Greene Jr. has gone to Jackson county to look after his wheat crop. Will Bililman of Sullivan was in the area Saturday. Erma Pounds will attend state normal this summer.
The undersigned W. P. Stratton has been appointed administrator of the estate of Joseph P. Stratton late of Sullivan county Indiana, deceased. The estate is deemed solvent. First insertion June 21 1911-31.
The notice invites churchgoers to Sunday school at nine thirty each Sunday morning. Rev. Bennett will preach here on next Sunday morning and evening. Frank Pogue of Xenia, Nl., visited his parents last week.
An advertisement promotes Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the quickest healer for wounds from knives guns nails or fireworks and for burns boils sores and skin eruptions. It claims prevention of blood poisoning and gangrene with a 35 cent price at Joe K Smock & Son's.
M. A. Haddon traveled to Bloomfield on Monday for a legal matter.
Attorney at Law will practice in all courts and will give any entrusted will prompt attention. Offices in Suites 4 and 6 Citizens Trust Building.
Announcement states a lawyer will devote prompt attention to entrusted business and practice in all state courts and other courts as needed. Office located in Citizens Trust Co Building.
C A Price notary public at Hunt's Drug Store West Side W L Laurent Shelburn Indiana. Jas R Brown J S Schroeder Brown and Schroeder Abstractors of Title owners of abstract books. Sullivan County title examination and settlement services. Office in Dr Crowder'sburg cast aid.
Chas. D. Hunt and Gilbert W. Gambill announce they will give careful prompt attention to all business. Office located over National Bank at the corner of Washington and Main Streets.
Attorney announces readiness to practice in all courts where services are required. Office located on the north side of the square, upstairs.
The report notes a shortened strawberry crop due to dry conditions. Locals such as Mr. and Mrs. John Miller, Miss Ora Lovelace, Miss Lula Wagner, Mrs. Mary Brust and others are recorded visiting, hosting, or working on farms around the Irvin Scott and nearby tavern areas, with several mentions of family gatherings and harvest activity.
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