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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1900
Page
4
Editors and proprietors notice the Corydon Indiana post office classification and entry details for a local newspaper. It lists office location in the Democrat Building and annual subscription terms.
A scrambled list of names appears for various county offices including Prosecuting Attorney Clerk Treasurer Sheriff Assessor and Trustees. Several districts and positions are referenced with multiple intended incumbents or candidates across roles such as Commission 1 2nd District and Trustee posts.
A Corydon Republican letter from March 22, 1900 argues that party labels reflect principle. It asserts Republicans may be a minority in Harrison county yet represent steadfast belief, and questions whether majority Democrats are principled for office.
The piece critiques war taxes, Hanna ship subsidy costs, and McKinley prosperity while noting Democratic gains in Minnesota and Wisconsin. It highlights Harrison county GOP frictions with Corydon ring bosses, county ticket contrasts, and voter-led influence amid calls for reform and taxpayer focus.
An Indianapolis News excerpt quotes Gen. Grosvenor arguing allegiance to the Porto Rican bill defines modern Republicanism. It recalls McKinley era politics and Harrison’s 1888 defeat, warning that a resistant minority within the party could topple the Republican slate this fall.
The piece argues Oregon will cast its electoral vote for Bryan amid a fusion of Democrats Populists and Silver Republicans on the State ticket and presidential electors. It notes a 161 to 153 House vote approving a Puerto Rico colony bill with tariff walls and citizenship limits taking effect May 1. It also mentions Dewey as a Democrat, Pennsylvania's convention backing Bryan, a Kentucky governorship case set for April 30, and rising strikes challenging a McKinley prosperity narrative.
Gen. Miles says he is a democrat and may run for President. He and Dewey align with the Democratic cause, amid criticism of the Republican party likened to a sinking ship after a Manila Bay defeat.
Senator Morgan won a sweeping victory in Alabama's Democratic primaries last Saturday clearing any doubt of his election to a full Senate term.
Plymouth Rock eggs for hatching. 15 eggs per setting. Inquiries at Auditor's office Geo L Hzss. March 21 notice.
An old advertisement claims kidney and bladder issues affect both women and men and promotes Swamp Root as a remedy. It urges readers to mail for a free sample and pamphlet from Dr. Kilmer and Co. of Binghamton New York, noting testimonials from sufferers cured.
The report shows paid fees and adjustments, a balance of 9155, and 805 members in good standing. Officers canceled about 40,000 in undesirable risks, strengthening the company. A meeting of officers and appraisers is set for Saturday April 21 to align on a uniform risk-valuation plan. Henry Wilcur, Treasurer.
A list of retailers and brands appears with names such as Seppenfield and Miller & Co., Corydon, and Jno H. Thomas Georgetown. They tout shoe quality and soil supplements like Corn and Wheat Grower and Dissolved Bone, with E. W. McIntosh as local manager. The Corydon Planing Mill Co. receives praise from D M Osborne & Co for advertising space, urging local merchants to advertise.
A humorous reflection from the Chicago Record notes people may suffer dyspepsia without realizing it and highlights the tendency to keep such ailments private. The proverb-like quote contrasts silent discomfort with social discretion.
The Cascade tunnel under construction by the Great Northern is nearly finished at 13 258 feet with costs over 13 million dollars. Work began January 1897 and completion is slated soon with track laying to follow in about thirty days. Two camps at Wellington and Cascade employ 750 men with about 1590 in concrete work and 50 engineers. The route will be electric powered and replace the old switchback by late 1900.
In Jacksonville Florida an ostrich farm begins amid countrywide fascination. Origins trace to South Africa with fifty two emigrants two dying en route. Birds average 300 pounds eight feet tall and exhibit unusual appetites devouring ashes kindling wood and even a lit pipe without harm.
Agricultural ad copy touts Bradley's Fertilizers as weed seed free and ideal for early potato and corn crops. Local agent L Ganthec in Corydon Indiana urges buyers to consult prices. Also a fire insurance pitch by H H Miller warns readers to insure property against disaster and loss.
Notice states William E. Fravch named administrator of the solvent estate of Nora Ann Fravel, late of Harrison County. Dated April 2, 1900.
Notice under Indiana election law announces a May 7 1908 election at Corydon Court House Harrison county for town officials including Marshal Treasurer Clerk and trustees for Third Fourth and Fifth Wards Alonzo L Reynolds Clerk Corydon Corporation signs and seals the notice dated April 17 1908.
Notica proclaims to qualified Corydon voters in Harrison county Indiana that polls will open at the courthouse for the May 7 election. The notice references officers named in the Clerk’s certificate dated April 17 1900 and is issued by Marshal John E Long of Corydon Corporation.
Personal estate items include three horses two cows three wagons harness farming utensils household and kitchen furniture about eight acres of growing wheat corn and oats in Garner and numerous other articles.
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