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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1881
Page
2
Poem about a beloved lying in rest as the speaker bids farewell. The speaker envisions sleep that avoids pain, speaks of a fever ended, and honors a life ending with tender, ritual farewell. The poem contrasts earthly parting with the soul’s continuation among angels.
A servant discovers a folded letter under the door addressed to Charles Glent. The note warns of a planned break in for tomorrow night, urging safety and secrecy while noting that the victim’s money is the only target. The family debates risk and prepares to act with caution rather than seek outside help.
Bessie confronts masked assailants while escorting a cart to Bolton. She wounds the attacker with a hatchet, hides the evidence, and cooperates with authorities to capture the villain, then returns home to recount the peril and pursue caution.
A maimed man recounts writing a letter to obtain money by any means, planning to overpower Bess but is overpowered herself. He reflects on his stepfather and a life or death threat, then asks forgiveness to his mother as death takes him.
A jealous husband feigns poisoning to frighten his wife. She counters by drinking the liquorice water and exposing the sham. He confesses, is mortified, and tries to hush the tale, but the ruse becomes public and the man is cured of the habit.
In a rickety Oxford County tavern room a man named Artemus unpacks a dilapidated hoop-skirt and laments the cold November wind. He argues with himself about keeping out the chill as a curious scene unfolds amid a tense, sleep-deprived night.
A collage of dog lore and accents surveys dogs as loyal beasts and gleeful misfits. Tales describe barking, biting, and bravery while a magistrate quells a drunken anecdote with dry humor.
An Irish soldier speaks to his companion asking to bring a prisoner but the other refuses. The exchange continues with both parties insisting the other should lead, each claiming the prisoner will not cooperate. The humor hinges on the repeated refusals and backward entreaties.
A column of attorney names and office locations in Sullivan Indiana. Listings include Brees Massie Gunn Olsson Coulson Hays and others with offices on Crowder Brock Commercial Row and public square. Also mentions physicians surgeons near Kelly's jewelry store and Gurke Rogers store.
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