Thompson Family Reunion Photos Show 25 Year Gap
The Thompson family of Sullivan gathers at the old homestead once more, displaying two portraits 25 years apart. Descendants of Dr. J. J. Thompson, a pioneer physician since 1848, recount the homestead built in 1858 and later occupied by Dr. Walter N. Thompson plus widowed and deceased relatives.
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Thompson
Harry Crawford
Hulman & Co
Cuetre Haute
Martin Crawford
Crawford
John Thompson
Harry
Ella Thompson
Jr. J. Thompson
Will Thompson
Walter N. Thompson
Harold
Terre Haute
Fannie Crawford
Carl F. Briggs
Nelle
Harry Thompson
Sonora
Mexico
J. J. Thompson
Sullivan
Absurdity Laid Bare in Indiana Tax Debate
A Indianapolis Star report analyzes Democratic claims that Republican governance raised taxes. It cites county by county data showing higher land values but mostly lower or unchanged tax rates, with some counties lowering rates due to roads and bridges funding, while Monroe County articles highlight a new courthouse cost as a factor.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Indiana
Indianapolis Star
R. K. Erwin
Decatur
The
Star
the Star
Johnson County
Monroe County
Indiana R R Commission to Probe Coal Shipping Practices
Indiana officials prepare a sweeping inquiry into coal supply and railroad practices to prevent a winter coal famine. The investigation will scrutinize Vandalia and other railroads for discriminatory car distribution and seek fair treatment for consumers and smaller operators. The move follows a Republican push and cites rising domestic coal prices due to car shortages.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Indiana
Indiana Railroad Commission
Repubican Party
Vandalia
Domstic
Woolegale
le Dalia
Tibet
Gael Oper
Rao
Laney de
Jainville
McAdams
Railroad Commission
Indiana Bureau of Statistics
Death of Cassie Chidwick Sparks Community Mourning
Report notes Cassie Chidwick has died and describes the community's mourning reaction and memory of her. The piece emphasizes loss, community response, and ongoing tribute efforts.
Fragmentary Motto Referenced About a Whale and Jonah
A terse old adage alludes to enduring hardship despite oppression echoing the tale of a whale swallowing and a steadfast figure named Jonah. The fragment hints at resilience amid adversity.
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Pigneer Thompson
Thompsons
Plunkett
Indiana Democratic Press
T. H. Kuhn
Richmond
Tom Taggart
Taggart
Kuhn
Cassie Chidwick
Julius Hatry
Scott’s
Mr. Carvey
Scott Bros
Sullivan County
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