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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1881
Page
4
The fragment outlines post office hours opening at 7 A M and closing times, mail routes and times to the south and north, and references to various columns and measurements. It mentions Senatorial vacancies and general notices. The text is a damaged OCR with scattered postal and scheduling details.
Report notes buzzing chatter about an extra session of Congress on Tuesday. Widdy Manone shifts stance on the Republican line, stirring reactions among Democratic statesmen who mutter under breath.
A garbled note indicates a Washington committee dealing with a 13 unit surplus and discusses giving proceeds to the poor. Mentions Jas. A Wildman and Ludians policy, with unclear roles and dated references.
Jonn 3, Dowd has been re appointed postmaster of Rockville after twelve years in office. The countywide shift to the Republican ticket is seen as signaling a broader political change that could astonish observers.
Mr W A B Roberts is poised for a Senate bid and appears to have strong early backing. The candidate signals a focused campaign and aims to build on initial momentum in the race.
The county published an abstract showing majorities on each measure, with counts between 120 and 129 against a total of 199 votes. The figures indicate limited support across the board.
The note observes that Robs Lincoln became Secretary of War exactly a century after General Lingila, who served in 178L during the Revolution, marking a notable coincidence in the office's history.
In a speech on the Senate floor the Massachusetts Senator Hour made a pointed remark aimed at Alger, describing a timely hit that could crack the tar of the dem ccpsecyrate. The comment drew attention for its sharpness and timing in the chamber.
Be a Hull tet loose vis menagerie again spoke Senate a few days ago and fe animals cavorted lively for s witle But they acou found their sapping end growling didn't scare zenybody The diminutive Mahone a who only weigue 108 pounds ever. festivgly got away with the deme. Opene licer gran freere ia,
The readable text mentions state allotments and an overrun in a county, with partial figures like 58,004 dollars and references to the state and county authorities. The lines are garbled but imply budget or appropriation concerns and prior actions in the legislature.
A long, confrontational letter debates whether national banks must buy government bonds, contrasting banking law with funding provisions. It cites funding votes, then shifts to a detailed Hamlet of Indiana state politics, praising Governor Hanna and listing numerous senators with character sketches and current roles.
The secretary of war nominates a candidate for the U S Military Academy vacancy at West Point. Two three member committees will examine education and physical qualifications in Vincennes on April 7, 1841, to select and report a nominee. Candidates must be 17 to 22, 6 feet tall, healthy, literate, and versed in basic English, geography, and U S history.
Augustus Hunt ordered to Sulivan for examination and pension talk. a suspected foul play scene in Wm. Medsker’s fields. Turman Fairbanks rail project urged with organized support. Notes on local people: Everett homecoming, Medsker cattle purchase, Green’s yard brawl, saloon raid, scuttled gunboat, and a tame Graysville election with amendments passing.
The passage portrays Governor Baker's private secretary as an efficient Senate clerk with German descent and a pleasant manner. It also notes Senator Keiser of Pulaski as a newsroom veteran with a strong, florid delivery who clashes with newspaper men, while Indiana men seek Washington appointments amid hopeful prospects.
An old advertisement touts Dr King s New Discovery as a speedy cure for consumption and related throat and lung diseases. It claims world wide reputation, medical endorsement, and clergy praise, offering a free trial bottle and regular size for $1 through Crowder & Reed.
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