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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1900
Page
1
A speaker declares intent to clothe family with best materials and styles while spending as little as possible. They claim J SAPENSKY offers goods 20 percent cheaper than rivals, owns its building, and discounts bills, then vows to trade there if savings hold true. The notice asks others to adopt similar resolutions.
In tecks bows imperials and four in hands the store shows neckwear designs at Joe’s. The text notes affordability with many options described as tasty and appealing. The focus is on economical fashion items for sale.
In Imperial circles on English Square Batwings Cloquots and other novelties gain sanction as fashion. The scene promises fresh apparel and visible status through these new tie alternatives and ensemble pieces.
Mrs. Mary Onion of Posey township died at 83 after a long widowhood. She bequeathed 142 acres in Harrison County to the County Poor Asylum and 874 acres in Floyd County to the Widow's Home in New Albany. The will honors her memory by aiding the poor and providing for a burial ground with proper graves for the deceased. The writer condemns the current burial method as a disgrace.
Two car loads of buggies and Plymouth Rock fowl offered for sale at favorable prices. Inquiries at the Auditor's office. Also a note about 1899 prices on buggies and sour reys. Sale dates listed as apris-2 t with contact L Ganine.
A rag man buying worn pants notes the farmer’s mortgage fears, joking that the seat shows wear while other parts remain unused. He claims it’s an easy tell from the pants, in a rural exchange that mixes humor with hardship.
Rev J F Hedges and Miss Jack Ella Stonecipher were married at the U B parsonage New Middletown with Rev Richardson officiating. The groom, a former Harrison county boy and son of ex Commissioner Robert Hedges, is now in the ministry in Switzer land county. The bride is J G W Stonecipher’s daughter, superintendent of the Voor Asylum. The couple will depart Thursday for their field of labor amid good wishes from friends and The Democrat editors.
Heimberger and Son of New Albany win the Silver Cup valued at 150 dollars in Indianapolis at the State contest for the finest display of photographs.
The Woodman picnic at the Fair Grounds on July 4 promises best and most entertaining event in Southern Indiana. Two bands will provide music and races cake walk and amusements are planned for all. M W A camps unite for a county wide day inviting all members lodges and citizens to attend. Geo N Livre secretary.
The Buff Plymouth Rocks are praised as an all around fowl. They hatch strong, grow fast, mature early, are hardy and prolific layers starting in fall and continuing through winter. They produce plump meat, are good sitters and mothers, and are promoted as a premier American breed with rich yellow meat and legs.
Depauw and visitors from Louisville Fredericksburg Milltown New Albany figure in a local update. A Sunday school was organized with Sidney Seacat as superintendent and Mat Briscoe and several others teaching. The report closes with a hopeful note to let the good work go on.
An error in last week's notice for a university cadet appointment tests qualifications on May 1. The age range is 15 or 22 not 16 to 21. No person under 15 or over 22 will be eligible on May 1. District papers are asked to publish this correction.
A catalog of names appears including Grange Blossoms with Alonzo L. Reynakis and Eien Sappen, Robert Gibson with Mary E. Whitten, Harvey Kopp with Clara Huntsinger, Samuel W. Brengman with Flora Best, Marion Green with Dora Hockman, Murray Foster with Lula McIntire, Elgewart with Eva Ross, James F. Hedges with Jack E. Stone, Arduth Amew with Emma Ferree. The list seems to document engaged or paired individuals from multiple households.
Public notice advertises a cold remedy titled Laxative Bromo Quinine and promises a refund if it fails to cure. The box bears the signature of E. W. Green.
Barred Plymouth Rock and Single Comb Brown Leghorn eggs for sale at 50 cents per setting Fraxx O Jorpan Corydon Indiana.
John Askren was born March 9, 1827 and died April 15, 1900 at his home near Moberly Harrison county Indiana aged 73 years 1 month 6 days. He was a Christian neighbor husband and father. Funeral sermon by the writer with Rev Furry of the M E Church using the text In thy presence is fullness of joy Psalm 1611. J M Johnson
A buggy described as as good as new is offered for sale at A. L. Bullett's blacksmith shop. Interested buyers should contact B. W. Conran at Corydon Indiana, April 1 to 31.
The Normal College hosted a reception for town youths at the Aud itorium last Thursday evening featuring music readings and a social. Miss Roxie Shafer of Marengo delivered two well rendered recitations and won the prize for best lady conversationalist.
On Monday April 16, about sixty five friends and relatives gathered at Mrs. Henry Crecelius’s home. A heavy loaded table held many good things to eat and gifts were presented. The evening ended with everyone wishing her many more birthdays.
Readers in Burbank Early Ohio Ear ly Rose Bells Green Mountain Hebron and Mill s Prize urged to visit L Garing for details and participation in the drawing or competition.
A. Hopkins & Co. announces Anti-Trust Fertilizer Works based in New Albany Indiana with products Raw Bone Bone and Potash 4 and 4 Hopkins Phosphate Pride of Georgetown and Hopkins Special Wheat and Corn Grower. Sold by Lawrence Garing Corydon Indiana Andrew Ebert Elizabeth Henry Richert Alan W S Watson Mauckport D S Stoker New Amsterdam B F Merk Rosewood John Cunningham Evans Landing J B Stewart Gen Agt.
A Warrington man praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the best for bronchitis and credits it with saving his wife's life after six years of illness. The testimonial notes Mrs. Savory's recovery and mentions E. S. Crosier, a local druggist, selling the remedy.
For sale. Thoroughbred White Plymouth Rock eggs 50 cents per setting of 15 eggs. Address J B Craydon Ramsey Ind. dia mar2stf.
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