Old Sentler at the Bat onces More In Congress
Old Sentler takes another swing at Congress as Mullop and his peers face renewed scrutiny over a pe runa endorsement and political stance.
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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1910
Page
1
Old Sentler takes another swing at Congress as Mullop and his peers face renewed scrutiny over a pe runa endorsement and political stance.
Merom Oct 29 A local political screed attacks candidate John Scott for refusing to allow a union miner at the Scott City mine and alleges union miners mobilize against him. The column cites remarks from Williams and criticizes other local figures, urging miners to scrutinize Scott’s record.
Mattie M. Risinger sues George Risinger in circuit court alleging habitual drunkenness and failure to support her and their child. The defendant files a cross complaint alleging the plaintiff is unfaithful and unfit to raise their son Edward, seeking custody.
Mrs. Charles Schu of Carlisle slipped on a banana peel on North State street while walking from the E. and T. H. station with other Carlisle residents. Her head struck the stone curbing, she was unconscious, taken to a physician and later returned home.
The article notes a sharp Thursday night temperature drop and Friday brought the first snow of the season. A further fall Friday produced heavy, widespread snowfall across the area.
Carlisle reports physician Dr H M Sprinkle died at 2 pm Saturday in a Vincennes hospital after a week of typhoid fever. He moved to Carlisle two years ago from Russellville Illinois where he was raised. He is survived by a brother, also a physician, in Russellville and was a member of the I O O F.
J. W. Hunt of rural route seven near Sullivan sold 75 seven month piglets at Indianapolis last week for 1112 dollars. The herd was raised on his farm since April, signaling good farming prospects for Sullivan area growers.
Windy Bill showcases a vigorous county canvass, drawing crowds and attention as he promotes his political stance and fatigues rivals with rapid-fire remarks and bold promises.
In Sullivan County, William A. Cullop of Vincennes faced criticism for contrasting political positions. Miners in mining towns heard tariffs blamed for high costs, while farmers in farming communities were told tariffs hurt producers. Voters labeled his stance as inconsistent and deceitful, recalling past conditions.
A speech at the courthouse Saturday by a statesman who never introduced a bill drew a restless audience in Sullican County towns Dugger New Lebanon Pleasantville and Sullican. He appeared anxious about losing his $7 660 salary and failed to persuade the great unwashed despite some minor gains for Democratic goals.
Fairbanks high school beat Prairie Creek high school 32 to 10 in the season opener at C. D. Pounds auditorium. A large crowd witnessed Lester Holmes Harmon Johnson and Capt Kersey lead Fairbanks with strong defense and balanced scoring.
Thomas Dunn of Dunnville and Then Neal of Jackson were jailed on liquor sale charges. Judge Henderson ordered Dunn 440 days and 30 days in jail. Neal received a $50 fine and 60 days in jail.
Effie E Lassiter sues Everett A Lassiter for divorce. Peoples State Bank of Sullivan sues Ed Wall and Christina B Walters on a note.
A brush factory secured by Sullivan will be housed in the Steve Leach building on North State street, employing 50 to 75 people. William Feeder, ex foreman of J I Holcomb Manufacturing, leads the enterprise and says the plant will be modern and electric powered. The move signals growing industrial activity for Sullivan alongside the bridge plant near Indianapolis Southern.
Miss Betty Walters daughter of Squire Walters and John P Mor ris a local barber were married at the Baptist parsonage Thursday morning by Rev Neyman They left for a visit in Illinois.
Charley Gilmour, Republican candidate for sheriff, runs an aggressive campaign. A veteran miner in the county for nearly twenty years, he learned the trade in Pennsylvania coal mines and is seen by supporters as the choice of every miner, regardless of party.
Portable mine rescue stations start touring Indiana Illinois and beyond to educate miners in safety rescue operations and first aid. Car No 2 will visit Urbana Danville Terre Haute Evansville and Sullivan training crews issuing certificates and ready to respond to disasters.
The Sullivan County Loan and Trust Company sold about 950 acres of land for about 24000 dollars last Wednesday. Prices ranged from 7.50 to 50 dollars per acre. Col W W Bishop, the genial auctioneer, noted it was his first time selling 1000 acres to seven bidders. The properties included the Leach holdings, the old fair ground east of the city, and land in Turman township.
Mrs Andy McClanahan hosted the Banner club on Friday afternoon at her Lough State street home. First prize went to Mrs Stephen Brunger and second prize to Mrs H W Davis. The next meeting will be hosted by Mrs Joe S Reed.
A report outlines steps to merge Walsh roads and Sullivan land parcels into three townships after a sale settles the acres involved. The consolidation aims to finalize the arrangement, with parcels assigned under the new township divisions.
A merger of Chicago Southern and Southern Indiana will form the Chicago and Southeastern railroad to be operated under one management. The engine is a stock holding voting trust with 4.5 million in stock and 2.5 million in bonds sold to a London house. Myron J. Carpenter, current receiver, is slated as president of the new line.
The Attorney General states 509 acres in Sullivan county still belong to Indiana University despite a 1855 sale to satisfy a Monroe circuit court mortgage. The land, across Gill Haddon and Jefferson townships and valued at 60 000 to 70 000 dollars, was bought by thirteen residents. The case prompts possible state patents to current owners.
The Sullivan County Sunday School Association event at the M. E. church drew about 200 delegates for the day session. A parade of Sunday schools drew roughly 2,000 people with participants from Shelburn, Farmersburg, and other county areas, led by the Shelburn band.
John a large black fire department horse suffers lockjaw. Dr Cc TT Howard treats him and believes recovery is likely. The case serves as a test of Dr Howard’s veterinary skill.
Jerusalem Chapter No 81 R A M calls a special meeting for Thursday evening and desires full attendance.
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