The Kaiser Previews American War Readiness
In this interview with Dr. Davis in 1918, the Kaiser reveals sharp views on American forest policy election terms and party politics. He criticizes four year presidential terms as unstable and questions U.S. foreign policy consistency amid changing administrations. He cites locomotive sparks and logging practices as fire causes and notes American electoral culture as a hindrance to strong leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaiser
America
Abe
Davis
Germany
Orlh
Bryan
Republian
FESS BOOMED FOR SPEAKERSHIP
Friends of Ohio Congressman Simeon D. Fess launch a campaign to name him House speaker amid a likely warm contest after recent elections. The piece recounts wartime views by the Kaiser and a remark about Corfu castle, suggesting a broader dialogue on wealth and power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simeon D. Fess
Ohio
House of Representatives
Champ Clerk
Missouri
Quote on corn growth and merit over politicians
A speaker praises practical improvement over politics, arguing that anyone who can double crop a piece of ground or double grass on a single spot would serve humanity and the country more than all politicians combined. The remark elevates tangible progress over political maneuvering.
Chiropractic Ad Campaign Urges Spinal Health Trial
A promotional notice urges readers to try chiropractic first as a safer cheaper path to normalcy. It promises an analysis, free consultation, and potential lasting relief, claiming savings in suffering and costs for the family.
Real Estate Transfers Mixed in Indiana Township Records
Real estate transfers across Sullivan County list numerous deeds with prices from $1 to $9,000, including parcels in Curry and Farmersburg townships. The record includes fossil coal company references, several lots, and a dissolution notice for Spencer Coal Company filed with Indiana Secretary of State on November 2 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schroeder & Price
Sherman Building
Sullivan County
Hymera
F. M. Nead
F. M. Waldrop
Cook
John H. Britton
Cairy Littlejohn
Lewis
Pierson Et al
Alta Boston
Boston
Jefferson Township
John T. Fitzpatrick
Lillian
Hale
Robert Benefiel
Benj. Trimble
Fred
Milton Swaby
Ora Padgett
Wm. Fry
Spencer Coal Co
Vigo Mining Co
Turman Township
Melville C. Manifold
Jacob Baughman
William A. Roach
State of
Indiana
Spencer Coai
Indianapolis
A. D
William A. Roace
P. H. Wolfard
President as Wedding Guest Brings Joy to Grimes Family
Mrs Charles Greene Grimes, daughter of Postmaster General Burleson, recently wed Charles Grimes after serving in the navy. The photo shows the couple celebrating with the president as a guest at their wedding, a rare honor for American girls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
United States
Charles Greene Grimes
Burleson
Grimes
Oman
Maude E Wilkey, 32? Died 1918 in Sullivan County
Maude Ethel Wilkey born April 10 1886 in Sullivan County died November 5 1918 aged 32? years. She joined Mt Tabor Methodist Church in girlhood and lived a Christian life. Survived by parents Francis M and Martha J Wilkey, sister Anna B and five brothers Elmer James E Charles E Thomas A and Dennis H with two brothers in military service at Camp Taylor Kentucky and Camp Merritt New Jersey. Grandmothers and many relatives remain. She worked seven years in dress making before death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maude Ethel Wilkey
Francis M
Martha J. Wilkey
Sullivan County
Maude
Mt. Tabor
Anna B
Elmer
James E
Charles E
Thomas A
Dennis H
Camp Taylor
Camp Meritt
New Jersey
Sullivan County Loan and Trust Co. publishes a 1918 financial statement
The Sullivan County Loan and Trust Co. of Sullivan Indiana reports total resources of 808 447 72 including loans 293 578 77 bonds and stocks 30 920 96 cash on hand 3 884 21 and trust securities 27 6381 86. Liabilities total 398 447 79 with capital stock 50 000 00 surplus 4 000 00 undivided profits net 96 59 and deposits 343 828 20. Marion Shade sec y treas swears to the report on November 9 1918 before Della Raines N P with commission expires January 9 1919.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PT Pyuses
State of
Indiana
County of
Sullivan
Marion Shade
Sec
y.Treas
Sullivan County Loan and Trust Co
Sullivan, Ind
Appointment of Elizabeth Shake Estate Executor
Notice announces James B. Shake named executor of Elizabeth Shake late of Sullivan County Indiana deceased. The estate is described as solvent. Attorney I H Kalley to be notified for first insertion October 80, 1919.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Shake
Sullivan
County
Indiana
James BR
Shake
I. H. ‘Kalley
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the Kaiser
Arthur N. Davis
Longright
McClure Newspaper Syndicate
FESS
Corfu
Riggs Clay Product Company
H. L.ramsey
D. C
S. Court
Bullivan
Ind
Cass Township
Hallie Vaught
Paul Bogard
Eliza McMahan
Martha A. Ashcraft
Laura Bledsoe
Telma P
James H. Vaughn
Dugger
Oscar Terrell
Thos
Kate Shake
D. & Neau Coal Co
Wm. H. Fry
Glen
Nettie E. Pickett
D. & N. Coal Co
Mary L. Hopkins
John Johnson
D. & Neal Coal Co
Oscar
Elva Terrell
D. and Neal Coal Co
Curry Township
John van Sant
Lewis Stines
Otto J. Jewell
Roy A. Jewell
James Godfrey Et al
Irvin Godfrey
Robert A. Baldridge
Ada Lewis
Samuel C. Mahan
Harry S. Wallace
Samuel C
Emma F. Mahan
Farmersburg
Geo
Heap Add
Sarah J. Branson
Moses
B. Jewell
Baldridge
Alva Johnson
VanGilder- Newlin
Taylor
Emma Welsh
Archie
Eva McKee
McClanahan
Luke Eisner
Harvey D
Lulu D
Shelburn
W. T. Bolinger
Jno
D. Raines
Lovelace Highland
Chas
B. Bolinger
Lovelace
Marion F. Rust
Beulah K. Rust
Highland
Sadie M. Laurent
Otis C
Lilian A. Walker
Glenn
Fairbanks
Fairbanks Township
Leslie J
Lizzie Holmes
Isabelle Drake
Leslie Holmes
Ruth E. Johnson
Stephen G. Anderson
Riverton
Haddon Township
Sarah Rogers
Rebecca M
Hamilton Township
Leach and Shepler
David
Catherine Bushell
Prevo
Brickey Et al
Elizabeth KE. Smith
Co. K. Reed
David B. Chastain
Jackson Township
Robert L. Ladd
J. F. Bolinger
Mt. Tabor Methodist Church
Will Huff
Will Yager
Maxwell-Brown Shoe Co
DE Iy
Published Statement Trust Company
Chas. F. Batey
W. T. Mellott
Sec’y Treas
Nomce
Dr.greo.f. Stone
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