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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1914
Page
2
The article details the wartime revenue bill effects effective Oct 25 with further stamps and taxes to roll out Dec 1 and Nov 1 for special taxes. It lists stamp duties on bonds, deeds, notes, and tickets, beer and wine taxes, and tobacco levies, plus caps on telegraph and sleeping car charges and exemptions for some banks and venues.
Local note from Glenville Georgia dated November 6 1914 reports a drunken nighttime fracas at a camp between mill workers and others ending with a man killed Ed Miller and another wounded. Ed Smith Blood and Pop Smith are named in witness testimony and a trial is set with liquor as the alleged motive. Weir urges enforcement of dry laws.
An advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for a healthy liver clear complexion and relief from dizziness constipation biliousness and indigestion. The copy promises digestive benefits and blood cleansing available for 25 cents at druggists.
M. W. Cozart and George Edward, promoters of the Sullivan County Concrete Tie Company near Merom, have disposed of their holdings. Cozart faced federal charges for using the mails to defraud and was moved through Mississippi and Indiana courts for trial. Edward, a half brother of Cozart, shared similar alleged fraud charges. Cozart previously used an alias M. W. Morgan when representing an insurance firm in Sullivan. He sold bogus stock valued in the thousands across several counties.
W. T. Leahey and J. L. Bowman owners of Merchants Ice and Fuel Company appeal to the circuit court against a pavement assessment on South Main street totaling 781.61 dollars. The city council set the assessment for paving in front of the ice plant.
Charles D. Hunt wrote to the Democratic chairman of Morgan County saying he believed Old Morgan could be depended upon. Charley could have said the same about Old Rose, but not Oaktown.
The Monon rail line will reduce weekly hours from fifty to forty beginning Monday. Workers will 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. with Sunday closing at noon, causing gloom among employees who fear wage reductions. The move follows rumors of further retrenchment as winter repairs keep cars piling up.
Will Hays asserts in a statement after the election that the Republican party has made significant gains and remains on a path toward victory in 1916. He credits a steadfast fight for core principles, notes the risk of later results, and thanks loyal Republicans while urging estranged Democrats to return home.
The statement proclaims continued effort for protection and prosperity nationwide and lower state taxes. It urges Republicans to join the campaign, stay active, and participate equally in party affairs as the fight continues with the same vigor.
Indianapolis November 17 Democrats favor Charles H Bedwell Sullivan county as candidate for Speaker of the Indiana House of Representatives at the coming session. other candidates mentioned include Mason J Niblack John C Branaman and Fred L Feick though Feick reportedly will not run. Democrats fear machine control after 1913 record and grand jury scrutiny could worsen party losses.
The Administrator of Elizabeth Huff's estate announces a public sale of her real estate in Sullivan County Indiana on November 27 1914 at 2 pm. The property includes Lots 187 188 and 210 in Merom original town. Sale requires court approval for at least two thirds of appraised value and payment terms include at least half cash with the rest due within six months by note at six percent interest. A G McNabb Administrator.
Rev Philip Freis departs tomorrow to Lafayette as a Sullivan Y M C A delegate attending the state convention of the Y M C A.
Attorneys Hays and Hays sue Sullivan State Bank alleging a dispute over loan terms and alleged breach of contract. Filing names Hays as counsel for plaintiff and notes court action in district court.
Walter F. Wood, attorney at law, maintains offices above Usrey's Store offering legal services in town.
Chas. D. Hunt and Gilbert W. Gambill announce they will continue to give careful and prompt attention to all business entrusted to them. Office over National Bank at the corner of Washington and Main streets.
LEE F Bays states he will practice in all courts where services are required with offices on the north side square upstairs.
Dr T H Howard, graduate of Indiana Veterinary College, announces office at Park and Wible livery barn in Sullivan Indiana offering medical services for horses and livestock.
Hamet D. Hinkle seeks additional damages and benefits assessment in Cause No. 13941 Sullivan Circuit Court. Hearings set for November 25 1914. Defendants listed include multiple trustees and landholders from Busseron and Haddon townships. Attorneys: Buff and Stratton. First insertion Nov 11 1914 2t.
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