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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1911
Page
2
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Notice that, as administratrix of the estate of a deceased person in Warr son spay Indiana, she will sell by public auction on April emendses at 10 am and 4 pm at the premises for cash subject to court approval. The described property lies in Posey county Indiana and includes the southwest quarter of a section with surveyed lines and adjacent parcels. Sale proceeds to be applied to debts and costs of administration with the balance to the heirs or as directed by the Harrison Circuit Court order.
The piece reports Democrats in the House advancing a program to reduce government expenses and curb extravagance. It notes rhetoric about economy, calls for restraint, and mentions Gen. George W. Morgan as a notable figure tied to Civil War history, with references to April dates and public sentiment.
The Webster and Boone townships presented petitions for free gravel roads to the Board of Commissioners. Clarence Quebeman was appointed engineer and Silas Bringle Edward Vans, and Jacob Wolfe Horace I Farnsley were named as viewers. The engineer and viewers will report at the May term when an election may be ordered late May.
The county commissioners fixed saloon limits with reductions from 739 to 393, amid local debate. A March 2 event in Posey township celebrated Mr. Conlee's sixtieth with friends, food, games, and gifts including handkerchiefs and postcards from a long list of attendees.
Clemight, first vice president of the Methodist Brotherhood of America, will address Cory dan and nearby residents next Thursday night at the Mo ie church. Admission is free and no collection will be taken.
Kokomo Indiana April 3 the long struggle of John Curless a Howard County farmer jailed for failing to pay costs after being convicted of obstructing a public highway with a fence ends with him paying 399 70 to the county clerk the original fine was 1 and the farm goes to pay costs the dispute stirred neighborly bitterness and Curless refused to remove the fence.
In April elections across Indiana towns, French Lick voted dry by 23 while West Baden went wet by 142. Paoli township stayed dry by 19141 votes, Orleans township dry by 158, and French Lick township remained wet but remonstrance may keep the valley dry.
The Third United Brethren church passes a resolution condemning dating under sixteen. It states such associations harm education and usefulness and urges ministers and teachers to support the movement.
Herbert Lee, a Des Moines dentist, was arrested in Lafayette for a series of robberies totaling about $1000. Posing as a magazine agent, he robbed homes with residents present and also entered empty houses. He confessed after arrest and had the stolen jewelry on him.
John Grable, an employee in Logansport Indiana, received a 2200 volt shock while repairing equipment and was able to resume work. The incident followed the replacement of Warry Cra gin, who was killed by a 200 volt shock.
An advertisement promotes internal treatment for hemorrhoids claiming standard ointments fail. It touts Dr Leonhardt Hem-Roid tablets as a guaranteed cure, sold by L. F. Riley and druggists for $1 per large box. Also notes a Vulcan Chilled plow claim from Wiseman & Bulleit.
Indian Runner Duck eggs ten cents a dozen. R. J. Red eggs from prize birds fifty cents per sixteen. Brown Leghorn and Golden Seabright hatching eggs from first-class stock. Light Brahmas and White Leghorns listed with prices. Various sellers including Appie Wise, Orvo Bussabarger, and D. M. Rownamp advertise stock and single settings.
Henry W Dienne offers single comb Rhode Island Reds and Rose Comb Brown Leghorns with hatching eggs at 150 cents for fifteen. Also Philo brooders, Mandy Lee incubator, and baby chicks available. Advertises setting eggs at 15 per dozen and 24.60 per hundred for certain breeds. Contact Fr O Jordan’s harness shop or Crandall Exchange for details.
Fragmented notice lists parcels of land and a livestock sale. Includes Lefacre farm near Paolefpike and a Corydon cattle sale. Inquiries directed to this office.
A large farm of nearly 240 acres for sale half in the Ohio river bottom and half of the Tilt. Three houses, two in the bottom and one on the hill, plus good farm outbuildings. Located in the fruit belt, ideal for a feast farm. Bargain opportunity. inquire at this office.
Arthur Brown owner keeper warns mares owners about payment risks tied to the stallion BLACK JEWELS. If funds are unpaid, security measures may be taken and owners reduced to responsibility for losses before the fact is determined. Card will be kept to block identifications.
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