Many Republicans Failed to Vote in 1912 In Indiana
Indianapolis June 23. A rising concern among opponents of the Republican party centers on Indiana’s 1912 voters. Estimates show 50 000 to 60 000 Republicans did not register or vote last cycle but are expected to register this year. Blackford county illustrates the pattern with M M Whipple delayed by rheumatism but plans to vote Republican.
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Indianapolis
Indiana
Blackford County
M. M. Whipple
Jackson Township
Big Millinery Sale Opens Friday June 19 1914
Store announces a one day sale on all trimmed and untrimmed hats for ladies and children. No reservations, merging June sale with Midsummer Clearance to offer fresh stock and low prices. Patrons urged to come early for quality goods and immediate consideration.
Veterans' Civil War Service Sparks Congress Debate
Washington June 23 veterans of the Civil War stir ire as the Wilson administration faces criticism over the removal of union veterans from the Washington post office. Senators and representatives pledge a thorough investigation. Julius Kahn of California lauds living soldiers and sailors for their duty to a united country.
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Washington
Washington City
Dr King’s New Life Pills Promote Health
Serious sicknesses start in disorders of the stomach, liver and kidneys. The best corrective and preventive is Dr King’s New Life Pills. They purify the blood prevent constipation and keep liver kidneys and bowels in healthy condition. 25c at Joe K Smock & Son’s. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for all hurts.
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Dr. King
New Life
Joe K. Smock & Son
S. Bucklen
Arnica
Electric Bitters Tonic Advertised as Health Builder
An advert promotes Electric Bitters as a tonic to revive the weak and tired body by cleansing waste and renewing strength. A testimonial from Mrs. James Duncan of Haynesville Me states it cured her after other doctors failed. Also mentions Bucklen's Arnica Salve for cuts available at Joe K Smock & Son's.
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James Duncan
Haynesville
Joe K. Smock & Son
Bucklen
Pennsylvania Primary Official Results Report
Harrisburg June 23 official Pennsylvania primary results show Republican Penrose Dimmick 219871 votes and 112394 county total 332265. Democratic Palmer Budd ree one and total Democratic votes. Progressive Pinehot 46782. Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound advertisement promotes throat relief claiming immediate soothing effect and chest easing. sold by Joe K. Smock & Son.
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Pennsylvania
Harrisburg
Foley
Joe K. Smock & Son
New Modern Dancing Expert Praises Allen's Foot-Ease
A New York City dancing expert known as Ek Fletcher Hallamore endorses Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder for daily use. He says ten years of wearing shoes on long dance days stay cool, reduce friction, and prevent aching feet. Free samples offered by Allen S. Olmsted of LeRoy, New York.
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New York City
Allen
Fletcher Hallamore
Allen S. Olmsted
LeRoy, N. Y
Johnson Nominated as Trustee in Union Township Primary
Benjamin F. Johnson former state statistician and last campaign bull mooser won the Republican primary for Union Township trustee. He defeated former trustee Samuel J Symmes as 775 votes were cast across the district.
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B. M
Indianapolis
A_ dispatch
Indianapolis News
Benjamin F. Johnson
Indiana
Union Township
Johnson
Samuel J0. Symmes
Dr King’s New Discovery for Coughs and Colds
Coughs and colds weaken the system and depress appetite. Dr King’s New Discovery stops coughs and lung troubles with the first dose and is sold for 50 cents and one dollar by Joe K. Smock & Son's. A testimonial from C H Brown of Muscatine Ala claims it saved his wife’s life during hot months.
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Dr. King
C. H. Brown
Muscatine
Ala
Public speech pamphlets reveal party stance and nomination refusal
A fragmented note recalls progre party pamphlets and a public figure who refused a nomination, citing Republican alignment. The text references interviews printed in pamphlets and weekly distribution, with mention of a £21 amount and a sign of political denial.
Foley Kidney Pills Promised to Relieve Rheumatism Pain
Ad copy touts Foley Kidney Pills as a quick remedy to clear poisons from blood and ease rheumatism backache and swollen joints. Sold by Joe K Smock & Son.
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Foley
Joe K. Smock & Son
Kinman Named Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Dugger
Guy Kinman a young attorney of Dugger and member of Bland Kinman has been appointed deputy prosecuting attorney for his section by Prosecuting Attorney Fred F Bays.
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Guy Kinman
Dugger
Bland & Kinman
Fred F. Bays
Panama toll bill and local post office fate teased
The item mix covers federal action on canal tolls and President Wilson possibly moving the Lickskillet post office. Other notes include Deacon Hartsock refusing Bryan’s Commoner subscription, Bascomb’s soda, a skinny audition for burlesque, a cow needing a wooden leg, a social with Bettie Bivins reciting, and local church and community happenings with humor and small misfortunes.
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Wilson
Lickskillet
William Jennings Bryan
Deacon Hartsock
Bascomb
Arminta Jones
Ophelia
Squire Hawkin
Little Bettie Bivins
Sally Bodkins
Dick Bledsoe
Wardshell Church
Deacon Ebbersole
Deacon
Bloomington
Ed Bascombe
Paris
Bill Blither
Salina Baker
Hardshell
Sister Ebbersole
Zeke Stebbins
Deacon Hawkins
County Agents Lead In Farm Visit Tour
County agents from the state conducted a series of farm visits to review crop practices and advise farmers on soils irrigation and pest control. The outreach emphasized improved yields and sustainable methods across multiple counties.
Hayes tops county farm visits in May reports
A W Hayes agricultural agent leads with 95 farm visits for May. Clinton county records 25 meetings while Madison county has 143 office calls and Sullivan county leads in farm visits. Across the state 26 county agents and one township agent logged 262 meetings with 17,702 attendees, 1,663 office visits, 1,733 farms visited, and 15,458 miles traveled.
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A. W. Hayes
Clinton County
Madison County
Sullivan County
Decoration Day Race Report From Local Meet
Fragmentary chatter notes races on a dusty track during Decoration Day events. Ad copy promotes a laxative sold by Joe K. Smock & Son, touting quick relief without pain or nausea and a lemonade like taste.
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Bill Blithers
Joe K. Smock & Son
New Residence Planned on South Main by Frate C Liston
Frate C Liston prepares to build a handsome new house on South Main Street on a lot bought earlier from Mrs Daisy Bixler. The old brick residence previously on the site has been razed. it was erected by Pat McEneney forty eight years ago.
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Frate
Foley Kidney Pills Restore Kidney Action And Health
Bladder irritations kidney troubles dull headaches weariness pain in back and sides show kidneys need toning up Foley Kidney Pills will restore regular action quickly. They give health freedom from pain return of appetite and sound sleep. Try them.
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Joe K. Smock & Son
Contractors Push Gymnasium Site Work on North Court
Routt Brothers move project quickly for a new school gym on North Court Street. The lot is levelled and graded with foundation excavations finished and walls now under construction.
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North Court Street
Routt Brothers
For Sale or Lease 16 HP Engine and Grain Saving Separator
George C Youngman of Sullivan Indiana offers a 16 horse engine and 32 by 54 steel separator for cash or on time. May lease to right party or contract for work if not sold. Separator claims 99.75 percent grain savings plus a grain saving device. Also advertises Carlisle residence property for sale via G I Blowers.
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George C. Youngman
Sullivan, Ind
R. R
June Musings on Farmers and Youth from Montgomery News
Charles Bliss reflects on June's joys for farm boys and girls. He recalls dawns, birds, mules, and corn, notes famous names as farmer youths, and paints a vivid, nostalgic rural scene including picnics, school life, flirtations, bees, and the summer dress.
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Charles Bliss
Montgomery News
Farmer Boy
Aroun De-Lay
John D. Rockefeller
Woodrow Wilson
Ty Cobb
Tax deadline reminder and penalties noted
Washington June 23 Secretary McAdoo urged all persons corporations and associations liable for income tax to pay assessments to district collectors before June 30. He warned of heavy penalties for late payments and said the secretary has no power to waive or remit these penalties.
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Washington
McAdoo
It Comforts the Bereaved and The Gospel in Stone
An advertisement promotes a 855 page cloth bound book praising divine wisdom and mercy. It claims readers will find light on biblical texts and references a review praising the writer. The notice lists the publisher Bible and Tract Society at 17 Hicks Street Brooklyn, NY and a price of 35 cents postpaid.
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Bible and Tract Society
Hicks Street
Brooklyn
N. Y
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W. Allen
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A. L. Pfau
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Curlop
Pfau
Germany
Cullop
Indianapolis Star
Penrose Dimmick
Palmer Budd
Pinchot
Fremoreshoe
Tada
Seng
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Aastael
Walter P. Worth
North Main St
Linton, Indiana
Carlisle
G. I. Blowers
Fidelity Loan CO
C. H. Stratton
C. H. Stratton Loan Co
Dr. Crowder Building
East Side Square
Sullivan, Indiana
Piene
John C. Chaney
Citizens Trust Building
W. H. Hill, JR
Insurance, Abstracts
Pastor Russell
Atlanta Constitution
Dork
M. A. Haddon Real Estate
Watson’s
North Side Square
Laurent & Thompson Attorneys At Law
Old
Shelburn, Ind
H. T. Alston
Raleigh
N.C
Interurban
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Youngstown
Pimento
Ment
P. A. Barco
Briggs Building
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