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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1905
Page
2
Local stock swindle tale unfolds as W E Cowle O J Cartwright D W Johnston and William Johnston travel to Anderson to confront Jones Gas and Oil figures L E Meecham and W H Martin. Meecham's grand scheme collapses amid false claims of large oil wells and block ownership. Stockholders meet to discuss the fraud and remedies.
Meecham was not present and could not be found after detectives searched the area. Criminal proceedings likely if he is located. Jones Gas and Oil's one third interest in the McConnell farm well and all local leases were assigned to Johnston Bros. They drill, assume indebts, and will reimburse investors if oil is found. The drill has passed 1000 feet and may reach 1500 feet. Work paused two to three weeks and now to resume once arrangements are complete.
A folk remedy describes coughing as a jar that tears the throat and lungs. Ayer's Cherry Pectoral is praised for stopping coughing and healing torn membranes. Mrs. Mary Obertean of Varys purg, N. asserts long term use and perfect relief for her household.
Turman township levee construction stops with subcontractors Cox and Colli flower likely unable to finish this fall. About three quarters of embankment done after two years, with thousands of yards moved to fit plans. Mortgage on equipment led to surrender and public auction of mules and gear, mules selling around $100 each. several buyers, including Henry and M. L. Briscoe, and G. W. French, purchased teams.
Jesse Lewis colored living west of town received a divorce from Bettie B. Lewis white wife daughter of Philip Tuell after a cruel and inhuman treatment suit. The cross petition by Lewis accused of adultery with Lafe Coloway named as co respondent. Judge Harris awarded the divorce. Albert O. Stevens of Indianapolis and Miss Edna Cooper of Carlisle were married at 8 am by Rev. Daniel Ryan with only family and close friends present.
The piece highlights Sullivan business leaders as Republican nominees for town office across wards including clerk treasurer Noah M. Drennon and trustees Walter G. Scott J B Mullane Charles F Batey Almer Oldham and Thomas Ed Hoover. Dr George Knapp of Vincennes speaks at McCammon House on Friday November 3.
Discussion of consumption remedies highlights fresh air exercise and nourishing food with Scott's Emulsion as a near cure. Notes that many people live with one lung and recalls doctors' long use of cod liver oil, though old forms were hard to take.
A dated advertisement notes cod liver oil in Scott’s Emulsion aids long term nourishment for consumption. It promises free samples and emphasizes continuous use. The copy lists Scott & Bowne Chemists at 409 Pearl Street New York as the source with druggists carrying the product.
An Indiana publisher refused doctors for his wife and tried Electric Bitters instead. After five physicians failed, the wife recovered enough to resume household duties. Sold by Joe K. Smock for 50 cents with guarantee.
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