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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1914
Page
3
A guidance note explains two methods to confirm all-wool suits. A chemical test using caustic soda reveals pure wool if no residue remains. any residue means cotton. The simpler method is to locate the Kirschbaum label, guaranteed as all-wool by the A B Wirschbaum Co, London shrunk, hand-tailored, and sewn at points of strain with s h thread.
Kirschbaum unveils new English models with pressed backs and soft rolling lapels. Pants hang straight and wearers seek a sharp look for Spring and Summer. Prices begin at 82.00.
The United Brethren church hosted Prof Henry H Dreyer and his Saxophone Quartet of New Albany aided by Corydon High School seniors and local talent. The two hour program featured cornet solos duets and vocal numbers with warm applause from a musically inclined audience including notable local figures. Proceeds supported the High School gift fund created by the Senior class.
The listing notes a forthcoming Easter service at the Presbyterian church with a long program of songs and hymns led by Mrs Applegate and others, including "The Lord is my Shepherd" and mentions several readers and choirs. A promotional insert advocates Chamberlains Cough Remedy and Dr Hess stock feed from J J Bullitt & Son.
The article details required filing of expense accounts for candidates and the penalties for noncompliance. It notes every elected or defeated official must file, with fines for failures, and mentions a County Board of Charity involvement and donations to the County Poor.
An antiquated notice announces clipping and barber services offered at 25c per item with same day work. Postage extra for mail orders. Dr Harbaugh in Corydon is linked and wage increases to 1 percent are noted in an unrelated union context involving St. Croix Paper Co and Haden officials. References drift to horse stallion Joe and a coal beach in Shelby Barks, New Amsterdam.
Clinton Wingell reports a rider named Windell was injured when a horse struck during a ride in Clinton Wine township. Windell’s left leg broke, and bystander Ernest Sraith used a club to separate horse and rider. Doctors Wok Amy and D W Hays treated wounds. injuries include a fractured limb but are not serious.
A revival meeting began at the M. E. F. church in New Middletown with Miss Collutam on organ and leading song. Rev Howerton of Main St M. K. church New Albany will join after Sunday the 12th for nightly services and Friday and Sunday morning fasts. Call for details. Arthur P. Bentley, Pastor.
A historic note explains that the county must maintain a single Tax Duplicate under a law passed by the last legislature. Queries about taxes should be directed to the County Treasurer instead of the Auditor, as no separate duplicate exists.
Mrs Margaret H Tuell aged nearly seventy nine died at her Fast Chestnut street home last Sunday after heart trouble. Born in Louisville she moved to Floyd County with her parents and later to Corydon with husband Kluford Tuell who died five years ago. Survived by two sons two daughters a granddaughter and a sister in Louisville. Funeral at the residence followed by burial in Cedar Hill.
Members met at Corydon Courthouse to elect officers for the coming year. President Sacog Vo Spevens Vice President Jose Pee El Pinatri Secretary Joss Pi dt Denro Podsue Shirl ds. Three candidates for Secretary with 21 votes total. Also note on Coroner race and misdated editorial, with local obituary for Mrs. Lillie Stepro and funeral details.
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