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Newspaper

Sullivan Union

Location

Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1916

Page

6

Twenty Reasons to Bank With the Ban of Sullivan

A vintage promotional piece extols the Peoples State Bank of Sullivan Indiana. It lists twenty reasons including courteous service security modern vaults safe deposit boxes youth savings and strong supervision. It highlights a fire proof building public rooms and loan availability with favorable terms and local community commitment.

Sullivan County Vincennes Indianapolis United States Gibraltar Sullivan Peoples State Bank Indiana State of R. W. Akin The A. C. Owens Isaac H. Kalley Sullivan State Bank

Year’s Record Growth in Capital and Earnings

The report shows capital and earnings gains with figures for loans and bonds and deposits from other banks, firms, and individuals. Total resources are listed at 561,029.58 with an 6135,900.00 and 455,717.76 balance, indicating substantial growth across key financial metrics.

Sullivan County

Cullop Fails On Preparedness Vote In Congress

Indiana Democratic Congressman Cullop and colleagues opposed two measures to strengthen the army and reserve forces in peace time while two Republicans supported them. The Democrats argued the bills would destroy the militia, but the Senate version would expand the volunteer army and militia funding.

Cullop Congress Indiana House U. S

European dairy and meat imports flood post Underwood era

In the ten months before the European war European countries sent over forty million dollars of dairy and meat products into the United States, vs just over twelve million in the preceding Republican administration. The article argues these imports lowered prices for American producers or prevented marketing of their goods.

West Virginia Special Election Shifts to Republican Lead

The Hon. William Alen Cullop felt a cold chill upon receiving returns from the Second West Virginia district special election. A Democratic majority of about 1,400 shifted to a Republican edge near 400, per the Washington Herald.

William Alen West Virginia Washington Herald

President Wilson Watches Washington Circus Elephant

President Wilson attended a Washington circus performance and declared himself the elephant. He plans to see another show in November that will outclass the current circus in every respect.

Wilson Washington

Last Straw Repeal Moves Free Sugar Act

The article argues the repeal of the free sugar schedule under the Underwood tariff was driven by political expediency to save the depleted treasury. It warns the change would have cost about 5 million dollars annually and risk breaking the solid south with sugar states like Louisiana and Mississippi in line.

Washington National Treasury Treasury

Policy Critique of Wilson on Mexico in Washington Herald

The Washington Herald denounces President Wilson for a wavering Mexico policy and a personal grudge against Huerta. It argues U S citizens die as Villa gains support from Washington missteps and calls the administration pusillanimous and puerile in handling the crisis.

Mexico Wison Wilson Huerta Washington

Bailey Critiques Democratic Tariff Stance In Congress

Walron Bailey of Pennsylvania, former Carlisle resident, denounces Democratic leaders for defending a protective tariff they once opposed. He notes they have spent years protesting tariffs yet now must accept them as policy. Bailey, a Democrat, adds that "we all live and learn" except certain types of Democratic politicians.

Congress Representative Kitchen Walron Bailey Pennsylvania Carlisle Bailey

West Virginia Special Election Signals Continuation of GOP Lead

The special election in West Virginia followed the death of Representative Brown. Brown, a Democrat, had a 1914 majority of 1 350, and his successor, a Republican, won Tuesday over the Democratic candidate by a 368 margin, reflecting national sentiment about the Wilson administration.

Congress West Virginia Brown Washington Herald

Convention Rules Reserve Floor for Delegates Only

The announcement states that only delegates may be on the floor at the National Convention in St. Louis. Critics say the rule functions to silence William Jennings Bryan by limiting access to the speaking area.

St. Louis William Jennings Bryan

Mr Bryan urged to seek residence in Dem states

The speaker notes that after denials in Nebraska Mr Bryan could move to Texas or Florida where he has established residences as options for living in a reliably democratic state.

Bryan Nebraska Texas Florida

Smidgeon Hidden After Taxes Miss in Sullivan County

The Kokomo Tribune notes a tax quip about a smidgeon left after taxes and observes Sullivan county has none this spring leaving residents with little or no leftover funds.

Kokomo Sullivan County

Birds Return Prompt Fresh Round of Park Rumors

The settees are in the courthouse park again and black birds have returned, signaling another expected influx of commentary about the park's inhabitants.

Court House Park

Sullivan to Get Motor Route Service Installation

Mr. Cullop arranges for motor route service in Sullivan. Indications point to a pulmotor examination as part of the plan.

Cullop Sullivan

Senator Taggart Eyes Movie Tie in Democratic Campaign

Senator Taggart proposes using films to boost a Democratic campaign in the state likely featuring Pluto as a focal example. The plan signals an effort to connect with voters through popular culture.

Taggart Pluto

Sugar and Politics Blur in Louisiana Vote Fear Debate

A playful line notes that when Democrats fear Louisiana voting outcomes, they turn to sugar taffy as a symbolic remedy reflecting the era's campaign oddities and public mood.

Sullivan County Seeks Man Who Coined Free Gravel Road Repairs

Taxpayers in Sullivan County are seeking the individual credited with coining the phrase free gravel road repairs. The public appeal notes the quote and requests information on the person behind it.

Sullivan County

Dr Kings New Life Pills Advertises Liver Benefit

The ad touts Dr King s New Life Pills as the best liver medicine with sugar coating to hide taste. It claims the product makes the liver work, moves the bowels freely and aids digestion with no griping or nausea. Available at druggists for 25 cents.

Dr. King

Ruth Day Visits Father Martin Farley in City

Mrs. Ruth Day of Indianapolis is visiting her father Martin H. Farley in this city, staying with relatives and locating at his home during the stay.

Mrs. Ruth Day of Indianapolis Martin H. Farley

Archie Booker Returns Home After Crowder Hospital Operation

Archie Booker of Pleasantville has been discharged and returned home following a recent operation at Crowder hospital.

Archie Booker Pleasantville Crowder Hospital

Democratic push to boost Indiana campaign plans

Democratic state candidates announce an early tour to energize Indiana voters and overcome Republican organizational advantages. Observers say public demand will drive meetings, regardless of leadership wishes, and predict a tougher path for Democrats than anticipated.

Indiana Adair

Allen's Foot-Ease advertised for tired feet and fit shoes

Antiseptic powder to shake into shoes and use in a foot bath. Helps hot tired swollen aching tender feet and makes tight or new shoes feel easy. Sold everywhere for 25c. Ask for Allen's Foot-Ease. Do not accept substitutes.

Allen

Twilight Club Holds May Birthday Night At Davis Home

The Twilight Club gathered at Alva Davis home May 6 to honor birthdays for Ruby Stewart Bernice Morris and Alva Davis. Prizes went to Alva Davis and Hallie Ladd for the third and wag on contests. Ladd also won for guessing the most advertisements featuring known pictures. Refreshments included bananas marshmallows and lemon wafers as members left after a trip around the world.

Twilight Club Alva Davis Ruby Stewart Bernice Morris Hallie Ladd Miss Ladd

Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children Ad

Feverishness stomach teething disorders and bowel regulation remedies used by mothers for 28 years. Pleasant for worms distributed by Mother Gray Co LeRoy New York. Ho druggists. 25c. Sample free address noted.

Mother Gray Mother Gray Co LeRoy N. Y

Local residents share visits and gatherings in Lake Grove

Miss Irene Pittman spent Saturday night and Sunday with Miss Golda Woodard. Mrs. Sarah Moore and Mrs. Merdella Moore and son Warren visited Terre Haute. Monday, Mrs. Clara Lambert and children visited Mrs. Minnie McMahan. Mrs. Mahala Conner visiting Flo Woodard’s. Mrs. Cora Woodard visited Mrs. Clara Daugherty Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Dale Clark and son had dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Oscar McMahan Sunday.

Irene Pittman Golda Woodard Sarah Moore Mendella Moore Warren Terre Haute Clara Lambert Minnie McMahan Mahala Conner Flo Woodard Cora Woodard Clara Daugherty Dale Clark Oscar McMahan

Allen's Foot-Base Promises Comfort for Tired Feet

Antiseptic foot powder advertised to be shaken into shoes and used in foot baths. Claims relief for tired swollen feet bunions and caluses and helps prevent blisters and sores. Sold widely for 25c. Try it today.

Allen

Chautauqua at Shelburn Set for July 17 to 21

ShelBurn hosts a community chautauqua from July 17 through July 21 featuring local speakers and programs. Organizers invite residents to participate in daily events at the town venue.

Shelburn

Executors Notice of Caty Ann Creager's Will

I H Kalley appointed executor of the will of Caty Ann Creager deceased. Estate is supposed to be solvent. First insertion May 17 1916 38t.

Caty Ann Creager I. H. Kalley

Why do Druggists Refuse to Guarantee a Cure for Piles

An advertisement claims druggists can guarantee a cure for chronic piles using J. W. Hunt Pile Cure Co. Sullivan Indiana. It promises delivery to any druggist, requests $1.00, and offers a money back guarantee if not cured when used as directed. No operation or knife, home-like remedy.

Sullivan Indiana

Also Mentioned on This Page

the Peoples State Bank, of Sullivan, Ind G. R. Dutton J. T. Akin Resources Ties Banking House Total Vyrovgoal George R. Dutton John T. Hays W. N. Thompson Will H. Hays Jas. M. Sinclair Jas. J. Durman the Peoples State Bank Bank Sullivan Union Dirrelle Chaney R. P. White, Publishers James P. Goodrich Winchester Harry S. New James E. Watson Rushville Edgar D. Bush Salem Ed Jackson New Castle Otto L. Krauss Evansville Uz MacMurtrie Marion Ele Stansbury Williamsport Supreme Court Will H. Adams Wabash Horace Ellis Henry A. Roberts Carmel David A. Myers Greensburg Lawson M. Harvey KE. A. Dausman Goshen Ira C. Batman Bloomington Republican County Oscar =. Bland Linton Clayton A. Price Charles A. Lloyd Farmersburg Cairy Littlejohn Hymera Shelby D. Bolinger Henry H. Smith Marion J. Aikin Dugger Laflin M. VanArsdall Levi R. Ridgeway Turman Floyd Combs Hadden Louisiana Lake Grove J. W. Hunt Pile Cure CO A. G. McNabb Citizens Trust Co Jas. R. Brown J Schroeme Brown & Schroeder Charlies D. Hunt Gilbert W John C. Chaney Guy Kinman Chaney & Kinman Citizens Trust Hays & Hays Attorneys-at-Law Sherman Walter F. Wood North Side Usrey’s Lee F. Bays Fred F. Bays Bays & Bays Attorneys-at-Law Offices Sherman Bld J. W. Lindley Office North Side Sullivan Co. Loan & Trust Company George W. Buff W. P. Stratton Buff & Stratton Attorneys At Law General Practice Square McClanahan L. A. Stewart Art Dentistry West Washington C. F. Briggs Briggs Chicago, Terre Haute Southeastern R. R L. O'Neil Chicago Peoria Beehunter Vandlia Bedford Monon Seymour Pennsylvania Lines Louisville Cincinnati Ail Point Westport Big Four Central Passenger Association Tate Company É. T. Averitt G. P. Aa
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