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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1899
Page
5
An advertisement touts Gilt Edge flour with a money lending pitch offering large sums at a low rate, urging readers to investigate for security and financial help. It mentions Willis at East Side public square in Sullivan.
Advertises tin work and materials from D Soames and Company at low prices with varied and delightful entertainment value. Mentions prices $85 and upward and references Reeds Drug and Piano House as a point of sale.
Annie E Springer of Philadelphia reports her years long backing cough was cured by Dr. King's New Discovery. She claims it removed chest pain and let her sleep soundly. The ad guarantees cure for throat chest or lung troubles with bottles priced 50c and 1.00 and free samples at Smock's drug store.
The ad touts a $200 piano as the best in the state and offers a strong guarantee. It claims agents get $75 more for some grade pianos and promotes a $50 parlor organ as a bargain. The notice invites inspection and subscribes to the Union.
A long list of residents and visitors is noted including Miss Eunice Holmes ill, Master Reid Ross relapse, Miss Grace Crowder return to Greencastle, and Ila Crawford back from Washington. John Blalock and wife return from Carmi, Mrs Robt Mason home in Anderson, and many others visiting relatives or towns such as Carlisle, Terre Haute, Edinburg, Belford, and Tacoma. Notable items include John Blalock’s visit, a cousin’s death prompting Mr. Park’s trip to Robinson, and Dr. C M Parks of Tacoma inviting old friends.
John Oliver of Philadelphia narrates a recovery tale after severe illness. He credits Electric Bitters with dramatic improvement then with three weeks of use was restored to health, claiming the tonic saved him from death. The ad touts the New Crown Sewing Machine at 22.50 with guarantee and 30 days trial.
The obituary notes Father Buck aged 97 who died recently in Greene County and was buried after living with his son Isaac. Rev John W Buck of Linton, once a circuit rider in the county, is mentioned as another son. The piece includes an advertisement for Dr J H McLean's Liver and Kidney Balm and a note about a White Bronze tombstone in East Chapel cemetery erected by A J Rich.
The ceremony at East Washington street featured Miss Dertha G Crawford daughter of William T Crawford and William E New of Indianapolis receiving a long Episcopalian service. Guests included Mrs P H Blue at organ and attendants Atti elle Moser and Pou Barnard with groups from Terre Haute and Indianapolis. The bride wore white satin and a tullic veil with a rose bouquet. reception followed with rolls salads cake coffee and brick ice. The couple left for 155 Woodruff Place Indianapolis aboard a special train ahead of visiting friends. Excursion rates and convention trips from several Indiana cities are listed for lodge and state meetings through November and December.
The Friday Afternooners met at Mrs. Margaret Stratton's home. After opening with the 23rd Psalm and roll call, Mrs. Farley was elected a new member. Topics included the Transvaal war, Florida orange crop, a new religious sect, and Congressman-elect Roberts. Act II of As You Like It was read. Mrs. Kate Woods hosts Nov. Ora. Press Reporter.
Benj Allen of Owensboro Kentucky visited relatives here last week. he is cousin to Uncle Jim Allen and Uncle Ben Allen of Gill township. They had remained unaware of each other since early in the century. Geo Allen of near Farmersburg is his half brother and helped reconnect the families.
A reminiscence of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow recounts his love of music and generosity. The narrative recalls a visit with a poet who valued opportunity to give pleasure, including advice to seize moments of kindness and share joy with others.
A debated comparison notes white bronze as porous and long lasting while stone decays with weathering. The text claims white bronze remains legible for centuries whereas stone erodes, crumbles, or absorbs moisture and fades over time.
Washington quietly left the Macomb house on August 30 1700 while servants ferried in dawn light. Mrs Washington children and secretaries gathered as artillery music sounded. The crowd lined the road and cheered as he departed, moved by the people's affection despite his cautious exit. Harper's Magazine notes his restrained yet deep response to public love.
The ad urges customers to buy groceries and meats from its store, claiming high grade fresh wholesome articles cost no more than cheap grocers and inviting new customers to try its goods. It emphasizes knowing where to get it good and the familiarity of the store’s quality.
A fragment praises the Chicago Tribune as superior to New York papers in foreign and home news. It lauds its national reach and news service, noting its metropolitan journalism and envy in Gotham journalists.
Small farm properties in Sullivan area offered by Willis Crowder on the east side. Descriptions indicate cheap pricing and available acreage suitable for hobby or small-scale farming.
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