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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1918
Page
3
George McNabb as administrator of Lydia A. Phelps estate filed a final account in Sullivan County Indiana. The Sullivan Circuit Court will hear the report on Saturday June 1 1918. Creditors heirs and legatees must appear to contest or support approval. A G McNabb attorney. First insertion May 15 1918.
John C Chaney as executor files final report for Maggie French estate Sullivan Circuit Court Indiana. Hearing set for Saturday June 1 1918 the 24th judicial day of May term 1918. Creditors heirs and legatees must appear and show cause why the report should not be approved.
Notice to the Sullivan County Indiana Council of a special session at the Auditor office on Monday June 3 1918 to make necessary appropriations for the 1918 fiscal year and to consider other business presented. Auditor Frank M Daniels signs the notice dated May 22 1918.
Orion B. Harris is portrayed as a family man in verse that recalls a scandalous figure who faced a judge and a toll. The poem hints at crime and punishment with a punchy moral about a man named Jim the Ripper and a grim ending for O. B. as revealed by a local Star advertisement.
Melton P. Tolliver, known as Old Doc Tolliver, urged friends and patients to vote for him but election returns show only about one in five who promised to back him cast ballots. He forsook pills and physic and campaigned loudly, yet support collapsed.
In Rose precinct of Greene County a political clash unfolds as Farmer Jim labeled "the great unwashed" confronts Jim Roth. The confrontation derails a candidate’s machine and signals a return to ordinary life for Jim.
A humble lad named Arthur DeBaun laces up lucky overshoes to save scarce coins. His honest vote may be swayed as a leak in gum shoes weakens the farmer vote, yet he remains meek and determined to cast his ballot.
Homer French claims he never held an office while John Putt suggests victory on ice is possible. Uncle John remains the dominant figure, retaining control as discussions continue.
Alaska M Carter narrates a tale of being misjudged as blind and betrayed. The speaker recalls a train accident that cut silver to slivers and cold hands giving the icy shiver, expressing resilience after two years and a hopeful future.
Archie Forbes endures a harsh snow shower that leaves him unable to hear the thunderless scene. He jokes about taking his roast with curry sauce and swears he now likes it, a lighthearted note on unexpected tastes.
A regional verse mocks Wm. M. Billman and brothers Georges and Jims roles in dental, medical, and legal services. It critiques voter views on wills marriage licenses and urges restraint, noting that enough is enough and a plenty is a plenty.
Charley attempted an easy race but voters recognized him and rejected him. He faced a flat outcome as the electorate did not rally behind his bid.
The report notes Guy M. Kinman tried it at home, with the action described as part of the ongoing investigation into the incident. No further details are provided in the readable text.
The text notes a man sent to the army but then abandoned or ignored, suggesting he was left without assignment or proper duties, comparing the neglect to being in Nome. The writing conveys a sense of dismissal and futility in military service.
Old Bill Cullop, known for his bold political maneuvers, has died. The excerpt portrays his cleverness as he led a charge of P. M's at Fred, contrasting Freddie's oil and coal interests with Bill's fate.
William L Slinkard attempts a victory on Lizzy tin amid oily roads and dodging votes for Freddie Bars. Jeff Cass resurfaces to topple Roy Drennan, delivering a high kick pass and ending in Roy’s fall from contention.
Joe Branson ran for county assessor aiming to succeed Frank Hiatt. He carried Hiatt’s imprint as the campaign unfolded and wore the baton forward, facing the political landscape with Hiatt’s legacy in view.
State and national groups praise wheat saving during hardship in Germany parole stories. Canadian POW report depicts rationed meals of bread made with rye sawdust and potato flour, while U S citizens pledge hotels dining cars and clubs to the wheatless drive. Federation of Women’s Clubs inspires 20 million members to join, urging full wartime sacrifice.
Bloomington Star notes a dull war meeting at the opera house where speakers such as Bill Blithers and Rev Perkins delivered aims and anecdotes. Citizens share light anecdotes about taxes, tobacco, church life, and local commerce amid a string of humorous vignettes.
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