Wreck of the Cummins Ends With Boat Dry-Docked
Sullivan county notes tell of a hunting party aboard the Cummins that sprang a leak on Black river in November. Skipper Chaney and Mate Hill led a perilous night as water filled the hull, but a makeshift dry dock using a ferry allowed repairs. One casualty, Uncle Billy Dudley, died soon after. his life described as industrious and faithful.
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Cummins
Sullivan
Wilds
Arkansas
Black River
Baty
Dad Hill
Jolly Tar Oborne
Briggs Et al
Hasher Reed
Barn Sturmer Ike
Porter
Chaney
Mate Hill
Skipper Chaney
Deaths of William Bledsoe of Dugger at 79
William Bledsoe known as Uncle Billy of Dugger died suddenly at noon last Tuesday at age 79. He was painting a house when he fell ill and died at home of paralysis after a long Dugger residence. He leaves a wife and large family including five sons and three daughters. Funeral was held at Antioch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billy’’ Bledsoe
Dugger
Bily
Billy
Cagoner Gambili
Asrey
Sultian
Antioch
M. Biedsoe
Infant Emmett Parker Dies After Illness
Emmett Parker infant son of Mr and Mrs William Parker of Shelburn died Friday after weeks of illness. He was one year old last October. Funeral services were held at two o'clock Saturday afternoon from the Shelburn Methodist church conducted by Rev Bulgin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmett Parker
William Parker
Shelburn
Shelburn Methodist Church
Bulgin
Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promises Quick Cure All Ailments
Science pitted against disease in a boastful pitch for Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. The ad claims the laxative syrup cures stomach fever and bowel disorders, touts Dr W B Caldwell as the expert, and offers bottles at 50c and 1.00 with a money back guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caldwell
W. B. Caldwell
Joe Kene
Vandalia Line Information Requests Prompt Attention
Parties seeking rate details times and schedules on the Vandalia Line should direct inquiries to D. B. Steeg Travern Passenger Agent Terre Haute Ind who will provide prompt attention. If further information is needed, contact through connecting lines or excursions as applicable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. B. Steeg
Travern
Haute
Ind
Dr Kings New Discovery Promises Cure for Coughs
A Harmony man E B Reid recalls his mother’s consumption and credits Dr Kings New Discovery with saving him from serious lung trouble. He warns against neglecting lung issues and notes the medicine’s price 5 cents to 1.00, with a trial bottle offered at J K Smock’s drug store.
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E. B Reid
Harmony
Dr. Kings
J. K. Smock
Waterford Union posts waterproof hunting notices for farms
A local notice describes waterproof hunting notices printed large for posting farms to deter hunters and trespassers. The item mentions a $3 rocker from Scott Bros, billed as solid oak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott Bros
Caldwer's Laxative Syrup Pepsin Advert
Dangerously Alc warns against neglecting stomach and liver trouble and promotes Caldwer's Laxative Syrup Pepsin as the only safe cure. Sold by Joe K Smock for 50c and 1 with money back if it fails.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caldwer
Joe K. Smock
Dr King's New Life Pile Promises Digestive Relief
An old style health note claims indigestion and constipation devastate health and offers Dr King's New Life Pile as prompt relief. It touts building up digestive organs and curing headache with a guarantee at Joe Ke Smock's drug store for 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Joe Ke Smock
Sullivan County Notes and Local Prayers for the Primary
A jumble of questions on taxes refunds for coal firms in Sullivan County. Rumors about the grand jury influence on law and politics. Vague chatter about nearby camps, poultry shows, water supply, Cuba, Havana, and local Democrats. Unclear names and dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Draper
Sullivan County
Sullivan
Cuppy Stratton
Rube Mcgibbon
Ned Crowder
Cuba
Havana
Billy Crowder
Joe Reed
Wil Linley
Ginger Ridge
Harris
Man Refuses Operation Says Electric Bitters Cure Wife
The republication notes Thos 8. Austin, manager of the Republican of Leavenworth, refused doctors to operate on his wife for female trouble. He claimed their use of Electric Bitters cured her after five physicians failed, enabling her to resume household duties. sold by Joe K. Smock for 50c.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Mgr
Republican
Lavenworth
Joe K. Smock
Married in Oaktown at Dr Trout residence
A quiet wedding at Dr R E Trout's home last Sunday at 6 00 pm united Mr John L Hinkle of Sullivan county and Miss Theresa Anna Jones of Oaktown. The bride admired for grace and beauty and the groom's dignity marked the ceremony. Elder William J Trout spoke the marriage words as friends offered congratulations. The bride is Dr Jones's sister and the couple represents the Hinkle family of Sullivan county. May they enjoy long life happiness and joy.
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R.e.trout
John L. Hinkle
Sullivan County
Theresa Anna Jones
William J. Trout
Jones
Busseron Township
Hinkle
Oaktown Record
Report of the Condition of the First National Bank of Shelburn Indiana
Bank examination for the close of business November 9 1905 shows total resources of 85 112 68 and total liabilities of 35 000 with substantial reserves including specie 7 060 and U S Treasurer balances. Directors T W Glenn C B Bolinger and WM T Dix certify under oath on November 16 1905.
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First National Bank of
Shelburn
Indiana
U.S
Fremie Securities
Eis
T. W. Glenn
C. B. Bolinger
WM. T. DIX
Eee
New Defender and Home Sewing Machines Sold
Compact ad notes new Defender Sewing Machines and New Home sewing machines offered in mahogany finish. Limited details read clearly in the fragmentary OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Defender Sewing Machines
Aay
Also Mentioned on This Page
Dad
Wm. Dudley
Deputy
Mr. Dudley
Cass Township
Jane Usrey
Philip Usrey
Rhoda Waters
Sarah Ringer
Biily
Plaudi
Ebredredee
William Bledsoe
Vandalia Line
Dangerously al
Jimmy
Oaktown
U. 8
Chinatie Aae de
State of
Anne Reese
Reed & Batey’s
Columbus
Martin
Arthur J. King Pianos
Oak
Arthur J. King
I—Kimball Piano
Fr. Walnut
Kimball
I—Kimball
Lindeman & Son
Behr Bros
s—Behr Bros
Arion
Oak Strictly New
Olumbia
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