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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1907
Page
6
The Sullivan Union reproduces editorials and letters attacking Congressman Chaney and questioning Democratic motives. It cites a 1907 YMCA letter praising government support for soldiers and canal zone workers, amid broader debates about party affiliations and barbed political writings.
A local dispute in Jasonville centers on postmaster Atkins and a Democratic editor. The letter writer accuses the editorial page of dishonesty and political manipulation, while defenders claim law enforcement acts are proper and impartial.
The piece reflects on Seward’s Alaska annexation foresight and traces the Betsy Ross flag origins, detailing the 1777 resolution, Ross’s role, and the flag’s evolving designs through 1818, plus commentary by Henry Watterson on race and Reconstruction in Sullivan County.
The speaker extols gradual black advancement in southern districts with decent opportunity for self development while noting persistent job barriers in New England and northern regions. He frames white–black reciprocal obligations as the path to a satisfactory institutional system, then pivots to a non sequitur about Harry Orchard.
The summer of 1816 was cold yet the coal trust did not flourish. County financial reports show a business like administration now. Taggart press bureau will not feature such news. Luther Burbank has produced a huskless corn. Valde the hot tamale.
The Worthington Times remarks that licensing a man to run a saloon does not justify operating a poker joint or committing other unlawful acts. It argues such leniency harms the liquor business and fuels prohibitionist criticisms in Indiana.
Claude Wilkinson 29, prominent hog breeder and stock man near Cynthiana, died from internal injuries after being thrown under a wagon while trying to stop his team. He attended U. C. college at Merom and his family is among the region’s wealthiest. Funeral conducted by Rev. C. F. Defur.
The jury acquitted Oscar Henderson a city tailor after about five hours deliberation Thursday morning. He faced forgery charges for allegedly raising receipts by Arthur Krug of Krug's dry goods store. Judge Henderson appointed Charles Bolinger to replace John W. Cooper on the county board due to Cooper’s broken leg.
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