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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1899
Page
5
A good room house with cellar a large lot and a variety of fruits. Includes a good well barn and out buildings. For particulars see J B Vaughn at D H Baldwins Music Store.
Graphophones provide varied and delightful entertainment, claimed as unmatched by any other machine. Prices start at 85 dollars and rise, advertised by REED'S DRUG AND PIANO HOUSE.
William Heck and his wife moved to Missouri last week with their grandson Dombey Dooley. They traveled to Grovedale to visit his father. John Reneau of Carlisle, a young Republican, was in the city Friday and favors the up to date party of Lincoln and McKinley.
A quirky town column relays a string of odd events and rumors from Johnson Street to a man sneezing trading teeth for fish, a trap accident, a double summersault, and a debate over art styles, ending with a quip about starting an Impressionist School of writing.
Alexander G Cavins and Miss Alice Weinstein wed in a stylish home ceremony at the brides Terre Haute residence. The event drew widespread praise with many costly gifts and numerous attendees including Flora Cavins, Inez Taylor, Mattie Have, John T. Uays, P. A. Blue, Dr. John Murphy, and Harry Murphy. The couple will reside at 134 South Center and host friends in Sullivan with best wishes from The Union.
Philadelphia resident Annie E Springer credits Dr King’s New Discovery with curing a long standing cough. She reports relief from chest pain and improved sleep after failed remedies. The product promises to treat throat chest and lung troubles with 50 cent and one dollar sizes. Trial bottles offered at Smock’s drug store.
Mervin Engle and Miss Acsah Maxwell wed at the Christian parsonage last Wednesday evening in So'cleck. Rev Yocum performed the ceremony. The couple, described as young, plan to live with Mr and Mrs Sam Engle until spring then set up housekeeping.
I offer a $200 piano with a strong guarantee and a critical inspection, asserting it is the best value. Agents get $75 more for similar grade pianos, and a $250 parlor organ is claimed to be below all competition, inviting your inspection.
J T Richardson of the Phipps farm severely injured his hand while untying a horse last week. His hand became tangled in the halter and was cut by the halter strop. a physician was summoned for treatment.
Excursion rates for various conventions and events across Indiana and Ohio list round trip fares from Indianapolis and other cities. Tickets sold on specific October dates with return limits ranging from late October to late November 1899. Some destinations include Columbus and Washington with special sale conditions and verification requirements.
An amateur fishing tale recalls Alkire as a skilled caster with a modern rod and reel. The narrative blends sport with humor as observers note his precise technique and the lesson of practice while contrasting with wartime imagery and cautious admiration.
A reader named John Quiver from Philadelphia recounts severe illness with yellowing skin and weakness. After three physicians gave up, he used Hlee trie Bitters with early improvement and full recovery after three weeks. He claims the product saved him and warns others to try it at Smock's drug store.
Epiror Axton argues that Indiana law should require minority representation on the Sullivan County Board of Commissioners. He proposes a diverse board from different vocations and urges barring saloon or distilling interests to curb corruption. He contends a farmer, carpenter, and businessman would govern more intelligently.
The Friday Afternoon Club met on the 6th with President Mrs. Sheridan. The opening exercise used the 23rd Psalm. Roll call cited facts about Francis Willard. Current events discussed included the prospective war in the Transvaal. An act from As You Like It was read spiritedly. Adjournment set for the 20th with Mrs. Margaret Stratton.
A fragmented note claims White Bronze is non porous and impervious to weather, contrasting it with stone which supposedly cracks from frost or heat. It references inscriptions remaining legible, mentions Steve Foote and an agent A. J. Rich of Shelburn, Indiana, and hints at cemetery concerns.
A local shop touts its groceries and meats as high quality and wholesome, claiming customers who switch from cheap grocers will find value in fresh items without higher prices. The message urges readers to try their goods and experience the difference.
A reader praises the Chicago Tribune for its strong foreign and domestic coverage. The writer notes its news service ranks with the best and claims the Tribune’s Sunday edition outshines New York papers, inspiring envy among Gotham journalists.
Small farms are offered for sale by owner Wm Willis located on the east side near Crowder building in Sullivan. Prices are described as cheap. no contact details are provided in the text.
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