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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1882
Page
5
Obituaries note Mrs. Buckley’s death while visiting relatives, and various residents visitations across Crawfordsville Union Co Ohio Grandview Ind. plus New Mexico work shifts. A literary society anniversary set for May 18 and church conversions reported. Noah Conkle moves to Topeka. a baby dies in bed with apparent cough history.
Churci of Curtist Sullivan Indiana announces a series of meetings after the M E Church service next Lord's day inviting all. A Methodist church crowd heard a scare report that the floor was giving way but a full check found the floor solidly supported by heavy columns on masonry and unable to fail under any weight.
Our public schools year ends with inspections and closing exercises inviting citizens to attend. Hawthorne Literary Society plans a public entertainment at the Literary Hall. Mill at Paxton burned overnight leaving 4000 in loss with 2000 insurance. Hardesty and Ambree report the fire started after 11 pm with little saved besides a few scales and grists.
A Merom town report notes the silver wedding of Mr. and Mrs. L. S. Eaton with a long gifts list including pickle castors, cake baskets, and decorative wares from many local residents and families. The May 1 1882 election results show Blue prevailing for trustee and marshal positions in various wards, alongside details of other candidates and margins. A fugitive case details Wm Farley’s escape and pardon approach to Gov Porter, who cautions lack of power without grounds. A real estate ad promotes a Washington Street residence with extensive grounds and investment option nearby. A local business notice highlights the McClannahan and Smith firm opening aided by Terre Haute links.
The Interains have demoralized county roads creating heavy taxes for repair. Flooded areas halted travel and bridges were carried away. Nearby notes mention local people, health trips, and church events as the community copes with damage and disruption.
Will Waggoner steps into the prize ring for prosecutor, a move likely to heighten interest in the contest. The development signals renewed competition among candidates and raises questions about strategy and outcomes.
The Franklin program lists speakers and performers led by G. B. Merritt with multiple student participants as the end of the school year nears. The town notes a flood risk with bottom lands overflown and corn planting delayed while residents await lower water.
A note asks for return of a blue covered scrap-book or information on its whereabouts. The text also mentions Indianapolis preparations with banners and drums for the first week of July and describes a large citizen soldiery encampment showcasing military maneuvers and national pride.
We are fitting up our beef room with a New Refrigerator and will be in the market in a few days with beef as cold as the frozen ocean.
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