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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1921
Page
8
Experimental use of pigeons by the forestry service shows strong success this season. Plans call for extensive deployment next year to keep stations and headquarters in touch, improving coordination and operations across regions.
Consumers should prioritize utility and durability over mere cheapness. Brand-name goods like Van Raalte gloves Gordon hose Athena underwear Mallinsons silk Fisk hats Printzess coats and Modart corsets back their quality with standards. Choosing quality ensures satisfaction and value beyond the initial bargain.
The writer describes Havana’s shops as art galleries with Cuban fashion trends and beauty standards. He notes the cemetery practices, primitive interior, and rural life, mentioning sugar cane, livestock, parrots, cock fighting, and the easygoing tropical culture.
The will dated April 16, 1921, filed in circuit court, leaves all real and personal estate to Emma F. Willis for her lifetime. At her death the property passes to the children. Witnesses: Walter F. Wood and A. M. Wilson.
The House pensions committee reported favorably a Bland bill to switch to monthly pension payments for Civil War veterans. Representative Oscar E. Bland of Indiana urged passage, noting parity with World War II veterans. Secretary Fall supported the measure as fair treatment for veterans.
Forty two taxpayers from Haddon township appeal to the State Board of Tax Commissioners against a proposed 34 000 bond issue for a Skinner Hill school west of Carlisle. They argue the plan is unwise excessive and unnecessary noting missing interest details and current indebtedness.
The Baptist Young People’s Union formed in Fairbanks Indiana with Myra Riggs named president. Meetings are set for the second and fourth Sundays each month at 7 45 PM in the Fairbanks Baptist church. Next Sunday’s program includes a hymn prayer vocal by Hazel Drake a foreign missionary address by Miss Bunce a piano solo by Luna Pittman and benediction.
A May 17 party for Richard Pound’s fifth birthday was hosted by Mr and Mrs Roy Pound at their Fairbanks home. Attendees included Dale Horner Lorena Dilley Marshall Evans Wayne Johnson Emil Holmes Robertine Drake Mary Horner Anita Drake Marquette Evans Marie Woodard Malcolm Fuller Juanita Boles Coral Bowen Deola Johnson Arvilla Holmes Harold Holmes Lindel Drake Victor Johnson Pauline Pogue Mervin Fuller Hubert Pogue Robert Woodard Joan Drake Francis Scott Dennis Pittman Marcus Scott Lloyd Drake Reva Johnson Herbert Drake Robena Bland Dean Horner Louis Drake Wilhelmina Eisner Thelma Badger Mercedes Chambers Charles Drake and James Drake.
Mery Anna Barrick born Sullivan County Indiana July 26 1873 died May 10 1921 aged 47 9 15 married Ben Kasinger Mountain Home Arkansas April 1893 two sons Homer and Jesse born to that union. On January 7 1901 married Albert Monk five children Frances Ray Willis Lillie Florence all living except Frances. Joined Union Chapel Methodist in 1872. Funeral at Union Chapel home and burial at Hutsonville Illinois cemetery.
The Terre Haute Star Union lists a one year item priced at 33.50, highlighting a purchase or listing in local business notes. The entry names Terre Haute publication and notes a single price figure of 33.50 for the item.
Classified advertisement offers foot care by D B Bevis Practipedist and shoe fitting by Maxwell Brown. Also lists hay for sale from W H Jones Estate at Merom and a few dwellings for sale with down payment options at 6 percent interest via W H Eaton in the Sherman Building.
Classified note advertises a hand-made harness set from The Jim Dandy Harness Shop located at the north side square near Kirkham's old stand, signed by John A. Mattix.
An ad urges proper animal care citing flies harming a cow and invites readers to Jim Dandy Harness Shop for advice on protecting livestock.
Unclaimed letters dated May 18 1921 remain at the Sullivan Indiana post office and will be sent to the Dead Letter office if not claimed within ten days. Ladies list includes Mrs Ethel Andres Emma Orn Mrs D M Bastier Shelley Mary Edna. Gents list includes Mr SIO Batchelor Clarence Cox Mr Atex Fisher Hummel Medford Reich Mr George Roberts EB J Scott Mrs William G. Callers should say Advertised and give the date advertised.
Mr and Mrs Frank Oakes of Assumption Illinois visited Mrs Lizzie Stratton and Mr and Mrs C H Stratton on Sunday.
An old woman was reportedly attacked by a chauffeur who sped away after the incident, according to a rural exchange. The text reflects mixed opinions about the event and assigns blame among parties.
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