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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1904
Page
6
A historic local newspaper note lists the Sullivan Union as the county’s sole Republican paper established August 1 1866 with subscription rates of one year six months and publishers jointly listed as Dirrelle Chaney and Robert P White.
The article notes Hearst supporters in Indiana facing backlash from a Parker convention, with references to a two ring circus in St. Louis in July and a key confrontation at Indianapolis. It mentions Sullivan County choosing a National delegate and hints at changes in local government salaries as new town board members take office.
Judge O. B. Harris attended the Parker convention in Indianapolis and was reminded that the Ayes have it. The brief note emphasizes the political show of support and Harris engagement with party events.
Indiana Democrats will send 28 instructed delegates to the National Democratic Convention for Parker and two for Hearst. The piece notes Hearst’s possible goodwill and mentions a sentimental ballad praising him, reflecting editorial sentiment.
At the Parker convention in Indianapolis last week Hearst Democrats secured one concession reopening space for their themes. The decision lets them press their platform while other party matters remain unchanged.
Messrs Paul Poynter publisher of the Democrat and Charles W Welman have returned from Indianapolis where they attended the Parker convention.
Terre Haute’s Thompson Club, a major Republican group, plans to honor Richard W. Thompson’s birthday with a banquet at the Terre Haute House on June 9. J. Frank Hanley, Republican gubernatorial candidate, will be the principal speaker.
The Indiana Supreme Court declares the 1903 apportionment law unconstitutional due to gerrymandering and inequality in senate and house districts. The piece frames the upcoming election as a choice between Republican and Democratic leadership, centering on competent governance of the state.
The article portrays Congressman Robert W. Miers as losing support in the Second district due to his alignment with Taggart and the reorganizers. It cites disaffection in Monroe and Greene counties, calls his tenure selfish, and predicts further trouble for him as Hearst forces gain momentum ahead of the November election.
Prof. E C Snarr assists Prof Price at Sullivan Normal. Miss Irwin plans Colorado summer. 48 If Now is the time for a gasoline stove. Complete line of stoves and ranges at surprising prices. Call before buying Scott Bros No 9 West Side. 42-31
Ice Cold Refrigerators touted as the best ever sold in Sullivan by H Schmidt and Company. The item line lists the seller and location with emphasis on quality and prominence within the local market.
A Democrat speaker at the convention warned that Sullivan County will be heard again next fall. The critic said the methods used may win a temporary victory but at a severe cost in the next election. The speaker urged Miers to have played a clean hand.
E and T H Time Table offers abstract book services in Sullivan County. They examine and perfect titles and provide estate management and settlement services. Office located in Coffman Block on the East Side Public Square.
Liston and Benefield advertise multiple properties: 90 acres of rich bottom land 3 miles south of Merom. several two story dwellings on North State Sullivan East Washington South Main and other streets. new dwelling on South State Street offered at 1500. 120 acres with coal near Sullivan. 150 acre farm near New Lebanon. 80 acre Greene County farm in coal belt. 85 acres on Curry's Prairie near Shelburn. a Nation Store in Sullivan for sale or trade. 10 acre farm near Graysville. various house and lot packages, all offered at bargains and must be sold at once.
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