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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1914
Page
6
A crowded mass convention in Harrison County nominated a county ticket. G R Fertich of Indianapolis spoke for the Progressives and warned of party clashes, while committee members and officers were elected and preparations for the November election were laid out.
A readers’ letter discusses a bet that Republicans will win more votes than Progressives in November, notes divisions between parties, and predicts the likely tone of state party platforms. It contrasts a recent Republican speaker with a prior Progressive and questions cross‑endorsement dynamics among Beveridge Fundis adherents.
Local dealer advertises a spring paper stock featuring imported and American wallpaper in popular shades. The notice urges customers to inspect the assortment before ordering, highlighting variety and low prices. Orders encouraged by Saturday with a phone contact at Corydon Milling Company.
Fragmentary newspaper text mentions names and terms without clear context or event. Readable items include scattered words such as TRL EYE and Sevens Rota, but no identifiable person, place, date, or outcome to summarize a concrete item.
George W. Weathers of Blue River township denounces fusion and endorses a straight Progressive ticket for local state and national offices. He states his nomination for Township Assessor was given without consent and urges published notice. He requests publication to inform Progressive friends.
A fragmented notice discusses the importance of hygiene to control flies and disease through winter. It mentions farm routines, addressing pests, and local efforts to protect livestock and families from illness.
Certificate of enrollment for stallion Abou No. 53810 declares pure breeding status. Verified by Indiana secretary and veterinarian, countersigned by Hickman Thompson McConnell, dated March 8 1914 in Laferratte Indiana.
Certificate of enrollment for the Sound Pure Bred Jack Maxwell No 2799. Description notes Harrison County Indiana and Park area, examined by Dr. O Bannon, veterinarian, certified free from listed diseases per enrollment law. Signed by W.G. McConnell Vice-President, Lafayette, Indiana, March date unlisted.
The document details Sound Pure Bred Stallion No. 3447 registration under Indiana laws, listing color brown and coat details and stating the stallion is registered in the German Hanoverian and Oldeprus stud books. It sets enrollment terms, season dates from April to November, and restrictions on mares, services, and fees, noting approvals and officials.
A historical notice describes an imported Percheron stallion for breeding at Corvder Pair Grounds. The listing notes price at $15 to insure the hosteml and mentions the mare Larasette Ind. and the farm’s reputation. Names include Lares Widbring Si and Crouch, with ownership attributed to New Albany party.
Fragmentary text appears from a historical page with scattered names and terms like Reinhardt and Saturdays but lacks coherent events or clear subjects to summarize into a full news item.
A fragmentary note mentions Josip Uhl in connection with a financial inquiry. The readable text references payments and a namesake person, suggesting a historical ledger or accounting record under review.
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