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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1916
Page
6
An advertisement urges readers to use Dr King s New Discovery for coughs and colds. It claims the product fights germs soothes irritation and speeds recovery with a bottle available at all druggists and promises improvement by tomorrow.
Democrats in the second district dispute Mr. Cullop’s ever changing positions. He initially claimed two terms, then cited a 93 endorsement and announced a fifth term, signaling a possible bid for another term in 1918.
A collage of press clippings notes Sullivan County tax highs, campaign spending by Bill Cullop and his wife, and Democratic critiques. It mentions the Terre Haute Star sentiment on the race, mules shipped to Europe, and regional political satire surrounding the Second District race.
William F. McCombs on the way to Shadow Lawn was forced to cancel his engagement by telegraph after losing his voice. The episode left him unable to address President Wilson and reflect on what he would say in confrontation.
Ex president Roosevelt weighs in on German U boat danger and Wilson's pacifism. He argues the nation faces a critical situation without policy or preparation and claims war has come to our doorstep by the administration's inaction. The piece contrasts Roosevelt's vigor with Wilson's peace record.
The piece criticizes President Wilson's circle for acting beyond constitutional bounds and cites John A. M. Adair and William Allen Cullop as examples of office seekers who miss many votes while on the federal payroll. It predicts change with Hughes favoring the rule of law.
The Washington Herald remarks on Republican governors abandoning their posts during critical moments while Adair and Cullop's representatives kept their seats. the piece contrasts with Cox of the Third district who remained at his post. It also notes Missouri and Ohio Railroad head R V Taylor joining the Yes Dammit Club and critiques border policy and Baker remarks.
The piece recounts Cullop’s accidental 1908 nomination against Alvin Padgett and Cyrus E. Davis, his two strong rivals, and notes his shift to seek a third term amid a strong post office machine. It also criticizes the county road superintendent law, claiming it wasted taxpayer funds and fosters a powerful political machine, urging repeal by voters and pledges from Lloyd and Littlejohn.
The Globe-Democrat criticizes Secretary Baker’s fitness for the cabinet saying he was chosen for his speaking ability and has learned little of the War Department. It notes patriotic groups calling for his retirement after a New Jersey speech comparing soldiers to Mexican raiders and details his failed attempt to cite Fiske.
The piece accuses Secretary McAdoo of manipulating Treasury records to hide a growing deficit. It cites a $64 million shortfall in the first 100 days and a $1 million daily rise in October, warning of political fallout for Democrats and President Wilson if the cover up continues.
The article attacks the New York Port Collector of Customs for deserting his duties to campaign for Woodrow Wilson. It argues the salary is kept paying while officials pull strings, claiming the government workers fund the campaign and that expenditures exceed revenues by a large margin.
The article notes an eight month rise in imports from the United Kingdom to 219 million dollars, offsetting wartime handicaps under Wilson Underwood free trade. It cites substantial September cotton cloth and woolens exports and nine month UK trade values, arguing Britain is not in commercial ruin as critics claim.
Rainy day twinges of rheumatism and neuralgia are eased quickly by Sloan's liniment which penetrates without rubbing. It soothes sore joints and overworked muscles and speeds relief for bruises sprains and strains. Available at druggists for 25 cents.
The Sullivan Union and The Terre Haute Daily Star announce a one year collaboration. Financial terms listed as 92.50 likely indicate a subscription rate or partnership fee. The arrangement aims to expand reader access and joint coverage across regions.
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