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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1922
Page
8
A fragmentary alleyway memo and odd prose reflect on ancient Caesar and the ides of March, alongside scattered local notes. The text mentions stenographers and salaries, family expenses, and a look at vague political chatter as a distant echo in Sullivan.
A fragment recalling older fashion habits in Wilmington as women lifted skirts to avoid puddles and the saying about a bend in the tree. The text blends reminiscence with a joke about clothes and savings.
Sullivan attorney Lee F Bays was in Terre Haute on a business visit when two pickpockets relieved him of his old Ingersoll watch at Seventh and Main. The incident is part of a string of petty thefts noted in local society pages.
A fragmentary column notes a time shift to regain pace of life and a theft of a two dollar timepiece near a newspaper stand. It comments on the democratic party maintaining its longtime stance, hints at “Kiddo” and a lemon, and words on spring fashion and women’s stockings. It weaves light political quips with miscellany about Abner Kemp and street observations.
A reflective, ironic sketch catalogs social shifts of the era. It notes students like Percy facing consequences from chlorine gas mishaps, points to changing fashions such as bobbed hair and skirts, and juxtaposes high life with education while hinting at evolving gender roles and attitudes.
Wayne Hammond 24 was dangerously injured at the West End mine near Hymera after being caught between two coal cars. He was taken to the county hospital. He is brother of George Hammond who recently suffered a back injury at the same mine.
The Sullivan County Automotive Trade Association announces an automobile show from April 13 to 15 at the Dixie Bee Line garage. All latest car models with county representatives will be shown.
William Baughman aged 838 years of Carlisle died at the county infirmary Thursday afternoon. Burial followed Friday at the infirmary.
Notarized declaration from R. P. White as owner publisher and editor of the Sullivan Union of Sullivan Indiana with Fred D. Martin as business manager. Sworn before Notary Rose Goodman on March 29 1922. Includes management details and publication location.
The Sullivan Common Council adopted a preliminary resolution March 28 1922 for West Street improvements from West Washington Street to Graysville Street. Plans are on file at City Clerk. A public hearing for assessable properties is set April 24 1922 at 8 PM. Myrtle Macey City Clerk. 1st insertion March 29 1922-21.
A travelogue from Colorado to Chicago mentions Prof Ward's frail health and plans to seek California for recovery. The piece notes Arkansas River flood damage near Pueblo and the journey toward Sullivan Indiana with visits to relatives. An official notice details Sullivan County highway improvement bonds totaling 17 600 dollars and a separate 10 800 dollar bond issue with bids to be rejected if needed. Also reported are local obituaries, travels of residents, and residents returning from Florida and California with social updates.
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