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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1913
Page
2
The article describes indoor costumes in two styles with materials lists, a navy serge dress with purple satin accents, and a satin hat. It then offers wholesome vegetable salads featuring dandelion as a main ingredient plus two simple recipes with watercress and endive, and a dandelion creamed dish with onion.
The article urges proper foot care for busy women noting shoes should fit and avoid vanity purchases. It recommends regular bathing, hot air baths, light alcohol rubbing, pumice stone use, careful nail trimming, and chiropodist visits, alongside a description of an evening gown in yellow satin with lace, bead trim, and orange flowers.
A historical note describes rick-rack braid once popular for collars cuffs and edgings. It details edgework in garments and home textiles including trim for wash gowns and table coverings with bandings and runners.
The article notes brides of the year favor aluminum gifts for kitchen use, bringing practical value to weddings. It mentions aluminum tins and related items as common shower selections, combining utility with tradition without sacrificing ceremony.
Embroidered handkerchiefs are in wider use for personal initials. Hemstitched sheer linen handkerchiefs cost 75 cents, with options for wreaths, single initials, three-in-a-row, or irregular embroidery around the edges.
The article lists fish options Salmon trout halibut bluefish flounders sea bass and mackerel. It explains bone removal techniques and provides recipes Halibut in Cream Boiled Salmon Steak and Grilled Trout with bearnaise sauce including detailed preparation steps and ingredients.
Frau Duerrin of Nuremberg declares a household boycott to pressure Britain, arguing Englishmen would feel the impact as women refuse dinner duties and ask men to handle meals and children, shifting household power and politics. The letter was released by the English WSPU.
A Confederate soldier’s remains and gear lie beneath leaf mold eight miles west of Gettysburg in a remote mountain area. Clarence A. Wills uncovered a musket, belt, canteen pieces, minie balls, and a shoe with a flattened bullet testifying to death. The site overlooks Lee’s retreat route and aligns with Union cavalry pursuit tracks.
A rural Indiana tale recounts Admiron Tompkins and Moses Wheeler quarreling over using ginger in pumpkin pies. The feud splits a town into gingerites and antmegutes, with church efforts to reconcile failing until a fatal stroke ends their dispute. In the same issue the Sullivan Circuit Court seeks sale of estate assets in a 1913 notice listing Joseph Chrisman heirs and non residents.
Mrs May Allen and her husband Charles J Allen visited Mr and Mrs Donald Dorley at 288 East 148th Street New York after Mrs Allen dreamed her elderly parents were sinking in a marsh. The Dorleys were found near death in the dining room with a gas range open and police assisted breaking in.
New Jersey judge Judge Robert Carey proposes that every man and woman serve one day in jail each year to gain perspective. He spoke to ministers on “The Prisoner at the Bar” urging a new kind of Christianity and charity.
Miss Florence Markham of Interlaken Massachusetts has served as a regular letter carrier for twenty four years. She says she likes the work and continues in her duties.
For sale at my farm 3.5 miles west of Carlisle a genuine whipper will cowpen. Price 2.25 dollars per bit. Contact Geo W Unger phone 213-1 Carlisle system. 30 tf
Minnie Rohland administratrix of Alexander Rohland estate files final account with Sullivan Circuit Court. Hearing set for May 30 1913, 23rd day of May term. Creditors heirs and legatees urged to appear and show cause why report should not be approved. Bays Bays attorneys. First insertion May 14 1913.
A brief notice announces wool buyers to take their wool to the Sullivan Woolen Mill located at 42 tf. ro for processing and grading services. The item emphasizes prompt service and quality results.
State of Indiana Sullivan County May term 1913 IVA DEAL THOMAS DANIEL DEAL complaint No 15481 divorce. Plaintiff filed May 12 1913 by attorney Lee F Bays with affidavit that defendant is not a resident of Indiana. Defendant must appear by Sept 1 1913 or default will be entered. Clerk and Seal. First insertion May 14 1913.
A brief dialogue features a father and son discussing the phrase why people say Dume gossip. The son asks about the expression and the father replies that people are too polite to omit the final e.
Weak and nervous men and women are urged to take Electric Bitters to regain ambition energy and appetite. The remedy is praised for stomach liver and kidney benefits with testimonials from Mrs O Rhinevault of Vestal Center New York and local druggist recommendation. Bottles priced 50 cents and 1.00.
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