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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1916
Page
3
The Sullivan County Loan and Trust Company urges youths to start a bank account as a cornerstone for future success. It highlights stories of successful men and their first dollars to inspire prudent money habits among young readers.
A string of Sunday and Saturday calls across local families including Miss Vera Ratliff and friends. Quimby Ratliff returns from Kentucky while Roy Stout works for Clell Leach. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Case visit the county seat and many neighbors attend church at Palmers Prairie Sunday night.
Mrs Edward Sparrow and her daughter Miss Zella visited relatives in Vincennes last week and took part in the centennial celebration.
The Carlisle joint high school holds its commencement in the high school auditorium with eight girls and nine boys graduating. Robert L. Keeley of Earlham College will deliver the commencement address, and a baccalaureate sermon is set for May 21 by Doctor Hershey. The class play Lost-A Chaperon will be performed Friday night. Graduates include Ruth Latshaw Pauline Munich Gertrude Engle Ida Hudson Catherine Whalen Mildred Jones Laura McCarter Gladys Turner Eugene Postlewaite William Purcell Russell Land Lee Collins Charles Essex Rush Hume Leland Connor Dewey Yocum Alva Stultz.
William P. Minich longtime Haddon township resident and Carlisle lodge member died in Eldorado Oklahoma on May 13 1916 at age 83 years 11 months and 21 days. He had lived in Eldorado with his son Ed B Minich for seven years and was laid to rest after Masonic services at Eldorado cemetery following Methodist church funeral rites. He was born May 22 1832 in Haddon township.
Advertises Dr. King's New Life Pills as liver tonic and digestive aid with a sugar coated pill that hides bitterness. Claims no gripe, no nausea, and improved digestion. Priced 25 cents at druggists.
Arminta Jones battles prickly heat while Lem Brown and Polk township ginseng diggers participate in Bloomington pageant. An auction at the NX crossroads next Saturday features Mike Howe selling his mule and farming tools. Citizens gossip about Dick Bledsoe and his wife, birthday party for Love Ann Long, and plans for Fourth of July solos by Bill Blithers. Zeb Stebbins pays dog tax. Ed Bascombe seeks repayment for debts. News of fashion, social leaders, and local humor fills a lively column from the community.
Readers note a call to stand by the president, yet the speaker laments his frequent shifts in stance and public position. The remark captures concern over inconsistent leadership and reliance on firm support.
Sullivan’s Snake Story opens the season with a 42 centimeter tale that mocks wet county politics and soberly notes local victories. The piece jabs at Prohibition era ideas, international tensions, and President Wilson’s elm planting, all while lampooning civic pride and national mood.
About 4:30 a.m. Thursday a fire destroyed a dwelling owned by John Cummings in the First ward and occupied by George W. Anderson. Anderson started a kitchen fire for wash day, and flames spread quickly through the roof aided by a stiff breeze. early responders saved little furniture or clothing.
Postmaster Wiley Payne informs Washington postal authorities to relocate the local quarters into the Lovelace block formerly occupied by Wyman Bros hardware store. The move is slated for June 1.
An antiseptic powder for feet promises rest and comfort for tired swollen and sweating feet. It relieves corns bunions and prevents blisters and calous spots. Sold everywhere for 25c. Try it today.
A promotional offer lists the Terre Haute Star and The Union together for one year at a total price of $2.50. The note implies a discount package for both newspapers.
Advertisement for extermination product featuring a world wide and government use claim. Economy sizes priced at 25c or 15c with outlet notes in drug and country stores. Includes supplier Wells of Jersey City New Jersey and urges to refuse substitutes.
The Hamilton County Times argues the Republican Party has no live issues to appeal to voters this fall while the Democratic Party and its record are enough though not very lively. The piece emphasizes weak issue clarity and partisan contrasts in the upcoming election.
A 19th century style ad touts Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for children to break up colds in 24 hours and relieve fever aches stomach troubles teething disorders and worms. Sold by druggists 25 cents with free sample by mail from Mother Gray Co. Lie Roy N Y.
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