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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1913
Page
5
The city schools open Monday with Leroy Close named science teacher at the high school to succeed Prof. Garman who resigned. Mrs. Close will replace Miss Joy Much More as a primary teacher at Elm Park.
The Merom Chautauqua closed Sunday and was the association's most successful event. Attendance this year rose about one fourth compared with many prior years.
A meeting at the high school this afternoon will introduce the proposed county agent under the new vocational law. All farmers and others interested are urged to attend.
Rev. George F. McNaughton former M E church pastor of Sandborn attended the Odd Fellows county meeting on Monday. He previously served in New Lebanon and Graysville and is likely to be returned to Graysville.
Jesse Lord of Harrison County Indiana has been appointed principal of Elm Park school. The city schools still have two vacancies in the teaching staff to fill.
David E. Stewart of Sullivan rural route two is dangerously ill with appendicitis. Frank J. Cheney declares his Toledo firm will pay one hundred dollars for each case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts on blood and mucous surfaces. Sold by druggists 75 cents. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Big Springs notes the chautauqua wrap up, praising lectures by Rev. Lichli ter. Local trades like McNutt and Musgrave installing lightning rods on Warren Watson's property are reported. Several visitors including Bert Fisher family and Misses Iva and Lois Wasson are mentioned with updates on travel, teaching plans, and family ties.
Advertisement claims Foley Kidney Pills cure obstinate kidney and bladder trouble rheumatism and lumbago by removing the cause. It urges readers to try the medicine and notes availability from Joe K. Smock and Son.
Hinkle C. Hays as administrator of George Parker deceased will sell at public sale on October 3, 1913 at Carlisle Indiana the entire interest in Lot 119 in Carlisle Original Town except a 69 foot wide strip at the southwest end. Sale subject to court approval and at least two thirds of appraised value, cash with liens for current taxes only.
A mother hosts a three hour doll hunting party for twelve six year olds with doll loot, lemonade, gingerbread dolls, ice cream baby dolls, and a prize doll for the top collector. A playful game of Confessions is described with questions and answers led by Polly Flinders, plus a basket shower gift theme centered on varied baskets for a bride to be.
A classic outdoor game called Number Blind Man's Buff is described. Players form a large circle with a blind man in the center who calls two numbers to cause designated players to swap places. The blind man tries to catch someone. periodically the phrase One Hundred prompts another scramble. If no one is caught, the process repeats until a victim is chosen and replaces the blind man in the center.
Draped fichu effects in net lace chiffon or mousseline de soie appear on nearly all the new dresses. The delicate coverings add elegance and lightness to the season's fashion.
A fashion note describes crape and net undersleeves with tucked bodice yoke and a plain neck collar. It lists fabric needs for tunic and skirt, including 2 1/2 yards of 40 inch fabric and 1 yard of tucked net, detailing a delaine white dress with green spots and a border edged bodice and collar trimmed in green satin.
Sheriff Kelley and Deputy Hale raided Bright Light Sunday afternoon and seized three barrels of beer. Tom White and Isaac Cooper were arrested and jailed on illegal liquor sale charges.
Peter Munny to Hannah Gallagher both of Shelburn. Nelson R. VanCleave to Hallie Sharpe both of Farmersburg. Cade G. Fitzpatrick Dagger to Evad Fidler Paxton. Charles S. Flowers to Pearl D. Mahan Farmersburg. George R. Branson to Edna Mc Cammon Paxton. Ernest W. Bush Shelburn to Audie V. Alumbaugh Hymera. Paul Rusher to Mary Beckett Hymera. William Crist to Maude Jacobson both of Gilmour. Michael Croney to Elizabeth H oban Hymera.
Multiple civil actions docketed including Charles O All vs Lulu I All for divorce and guardianship of Avis Dudley and petition to sell real estate. Mary E McCammon vs Anna E Ernest Lenah H Crawley to set aside deed. Stephen Bedwell vs Grover Robbins damages. Maude L Shouse vs Edward W Shouse divorce alimony and custody. Herbert E Bland vs David A Bolinger on note.
The city council extended the completion deadline for West Washington street improvement to October 1 due to material delays. The original date was September 1 and the extension was granted to the contractor because of the failed material delivery.
A motorcycle on Dugger streets spooked a horse driven by Isaac Cox aged 49 from Antioch mine. The horse kicked Cox breaking two bones in his leg and he was taken to a Terre Haute hospital for treatment.
Reverend John Bruner of New Lebanon, reportedly the county’s oldest minister, lies critically injured following a serious incident. Local authorities investigate as community members await updates on his condition.
George Coleman a coal miner from Shelburn Indiana was knocked to the pavement sustaining a cut along the left jaw when his motorcycle collided with the car driven by Al Ageng salesman for the A B Mewhinnney Candy Company. Coleman rode east on Ohio Street at Seventh while Ageng drove west. In dodging a pedestrian Ageng struck the motorcycle. The motorcycle was slightly damaged.
A vintage advertisement touts Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment as a permanent cure for infant skin eruptions. It cites a testimonial from Mrs Strubler of Dubuque Iowa claiming complete baby cure after one box, with availability from Pfeiffer Chemical Co through druggists or by mail for 50 cents.
The Second District Medical Association will meet in Washington Thursday with Dr. J. B. Maple of Shelburn speaking on Medical Citizenship and Dr. J. R. Crowder of this city addressing Should Sex Hygiene Be Taught in the Public Schools.
An old advertisement claims Dr King’s New Discovery cures consumption and lung ailments. A user from Malichite Colorado credits two doctors saying death was near but the product saved their life. Refund available if no benefit. Priced at 50 cents and one dollar. Guaranteed by Joe K Smock & Son.
Joseph Bell a city carpenter adjudged insane at a Justice Calvert inquest was moved Friday night to Evansville by Deputy Sheriff Ed Douthitt and placed in the Southern Hospital for the insane.
The will of James F. Springer, filed with the county clerk, names executors Thomas B. Springer Jr. and Kittie Springer. It allocates about 100000 dollars in value. Kate Mason receives half of four Mapleton lots. Kittie Springer gets one third of the remainder for life, then equal shares to children Wallace and Ruth. The son inherits the Wilson farm of 140 acres worth about 17000 dollars. The will sets joint trusteeship until the children reach 25.
Cure claim describes Electric Bitters as a remedy for weak kidneys and liver, promising relief and renewed energy for women. Customer testimonial from John Dowling of San Francisco, noting wife’s cure after other attempts failed. Sold by Joe K. at 50c and 1.00.
A child riding a wagon along the sidewalk was pushed causing a sharp object to cut her mouth and cheek, leaving an ugly painful wound. The incident prompted medical attention and a police report is likely to follow.
In Sheiburn on September 2, Kid Hoe of Indianapolis defeated Jack Robertson of Cincinnati in the second round of a ten round bout after Hoe broke Robertson's jaw and was declared the winner.
F. Walker sold his interest in the Sullivan steam laundry to Ed Chambers and has retired after twelve years in Sullivan. He has accepted a position as weigh boss at Union mine, north of the city.
Judge Bridwell, currently on vacation, plans a fishing trip with family before returning to duties. Local observers note no pending cases or official actions announced.
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