24 Apr 1918
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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1918
Page
1
The article notes Wilson stopping patent and copyright issuance to enemies and revoking American patent applications on enemy countries. It lists related war measures including saloon bans near military sites in Texas, and ten thousand English workshops making munitions, plus other war news such as Roosevelt’s son wounded and tank corps recruitment.
The Red Cross authorized a fundraising exhibition series mixing professional and amateur golfers in Santa Fe New Mexico. A tornado struck Camp Shelby Mississippi on April 7 killing Private Vaughn Feekrman and injuring several others. Oliver Thomas former Dodd Indiana postmaster was found dead near a wreck with a bullet hole, prompting robbery theories.
A farmer Harvey Cane faces charges for uttering disloyal remarks while carrying an American flag. A court advises buying Liberty Bonds. President Wilson proclaims Liberty Day on April 26 to rally national financial support for the war effort.
An advert claims a scientifically prepared carbon remover doubles as a lubricant for autos boats and trucks. It promises fuel savings easier start smoother operation and guards against valve and gasket wear while you sleep. Also notes a wheatless diet appeal urging Harrison County residents to join the National Food Administration effort and submit names for an Honor Roll with ration guidance.
Two cows due to fresh in May two Lund nine month old heifers four sows to farrow in April one brood mare in Elizabeth Indiana Geo W Richest contact at Eureka New Middletown Ex for sale good 125 egg incubator inquire at this office f 18 tf
The notice outlines four purchase methods for Liberty Bonds: Cash via banks or agencies with delivery after May 9. Government Installment Plan for a 350 bond with step payments and final balance for a 50 bond. Monthly Installment Plan requiring a down payment and 9 monthly payments. and Weekly Installment Plan offering a 50 bond with 2 down and 1 per week for 48 weeks. It urges buying to aid the war effort and protect nations from invasion.
William H. Stewart trustee announces weekly office day at John Finks store Buena Vista from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. starting April 20 1918 to transact official business. Also notices sale of twenty head Jersey cows at H A Kahlels on April 27.
The National Automobile Chamber of Commerce offers 16 tips to save gasoline and prolong vehicle life. Suggestions cover handling fuels safely, reducing leaks, maintaining engine components, proper carburetor adjustments, avoiding idling, and planning trips to maximize mileage.
Louisville Post notes that in 1917 German forces destroyed villages in the Somme during their spring retreat. The same land now favors a German return, with ruins absent and troops exposed in open ground amid the shifting battle lines.
L A Meech announces a two trips daily car service between Corydon and New Albany for passenger accommodation. Depart Corydon 7:00 AM and 4:50 PM, New Albany 9:30 AM and 7:30 PM, with a Sunday trip 4:30 PM from Corydon and return from Hoosier Dairy Lunch 7:30 PM. Extra trips possible. service available to waypoints. call 2011 Corydon Ind. for rides.
Mr W L D Morgan of Posey township hauls a big lumber load from his farm near Elizabeth to the Corydon R H Humphrey Lumber Co. His two strong teams pull the freight with his eleven year old daughter Dora driving one of them. Morgan recently paid 450 for the two horses used by Dora. Paint and varnish sell for 10 cents per can at Miles 5 and 10 Cent Store. a K-39
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