Builders of the Nation and Early American Press
A survey of the 1781 1789 Con federation period notes key figures like Franklin Adams Jay and Laurens who shaped peace with Britain and the early US government It mentions Hamilton and the first daily newspaper in Philadelphia founded by Benjamin Franklin Bache and the New York Daily Advertiser Also covered are 1786 debt relief efforts Shays Rebellion and the short lived state of Franklin with its quirky currency values and local anecdotes.
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Confederation
Philadelphia
Great Britain
Franklin
John Adams
John Jay
Henry Laurens
South Carolina
Continental Congress
Spain
New York
Laurens
John Hancock
Alexander Hamilton
the Treasury
Aaron Burr
United States
Benjamin Franklin Bache
American Daily Advertiser
Hamilton
New York Daily Advertiser
Francis Childs & Co
Jonesboro
Washington, Sullivan and
Greene Counties
Tennessee
Congress
North Carolina
John Sevier
Auto Accident Deaths Rise in Indiana Report
Indiana recorded 362 deaths from automobile accidents in 1922 and the 1923 total is expected to exceed that figure, according to H. M. Wright state board of health statistician's figures sent to Dr. William F. King. The figures cover the first eight months of the year.
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Indiana
Bright
H. M. Wright
State Board of Health
William F. King
Carpets Measured in Miles for Atlantic Liners
More than two miles of carpet are required for cabin doors on several large Atlantic liners. The article notes the vast amount of carpeting used aboard these ships.
Special 10 Day Subscription Offer
Terre Haute Daily Star and Sullivan Union announce a special 10 day subscription offer combining both papers at one year for $3.00. Renewals and existing subscriptions may apply. Limited time and terms not specified.
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Terre Haute Daily Star
Sullivan Union
Seized Their Opportunity Amid Quiet Family Tension
A fragmented report notes a tense household scene as Matilde’s apparent bossiness prompts conflict and a group of five, described as “gas plag ue,” explores how unity would form to counter her authority when they gather. The passage hints at underlying power dynamics and compliance.
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Matilde
Timely Definition From An Optimist
An optimist believes decorators promise two weeks to paint and repair the house, a remark noted by the Boston Evening Transcript.
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Boston Evening Transcript
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Berman
Henry W. Gardes
North Side
United States Supreme Court
Massachusetts
Daniel Shays
Worcester
Treasury
The
Bloomington Star
Becky Jones
Ed Bascomb
Becky
Hoppin
Zeb Stubbins
Gosport
Abraham Fish
Love Ann Long
Ind Blvins
Bill Blithers
Betsey
Johnny Spruceby
Deacon Ebbersole
Jim Sliver
Chicago
Arminta Jones
Death’s Door
Sullivan, Ind
Cucuymins
Mary
Sirensmis
Thelma
Souith
Ruth
Alexander
Hallie
Criss
George
Cotrell Bros
Devison
River
Hancock
Willie
Neal
Woodford
Robison
Hubert
Revers
I. E. Sargent
Fetecmith
Rervil
Terre
Haute
Daily Star
Sullivan
Sullivan, Indiana
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