Local Boards Draft Exemptions in Harrison County
The Harrison County Local Draft Exemption Board convenes August 6 in the County Commissioners' room to examine 145 men for the 169 person quota. Board members are Clerk James A. Watson, Sheriff Eli Miller, and Dr. Amzi Weaver. exemptions require affidavits, with penalties for false statements and perjury. The War Department sends a warning about the heavy duty and responsibility of the task.
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The
Selective Army Service Law
James A. Watson
Eli Miller
Amzi Weaver
Elizabeth
Harrison County
United States
War Department
Sacrifice To Common Cause
A wartime call emphasizes individual sacrifice for the common good. It underscores trust in national institutions, local officials, and the selective service system. Exemption arguments are rebuffed, noting that one man’s gain in exemption shifts risk onto another who may die.
Interests of Nation Only
Fundamental guidance for Government agents selecting personnel stresses national service over individual interests. Judges should rely on affidavits and inquire further if needed, excluding attempts to press personal cases.
Regulation Call for Proof Leaves No Extra Evidence
The text states claimants may present only the evidence required by regulations and cannot request additional proof beyond what is called for. It emphasizes the claimant’s limitation on supplying further documentation.
Duty and sacrifice in serving on local boards
A speaker urges citizens to accept unpaid service on local boards, stressing patriotism and high duty. He notes remuneration is minimal and the work is demanding, with reward lying in national service and the knowledge of contributing to an essential matter.
Big August Picnic at Lieutenant Governor Bush Farm
An invitation from Lieutenant Governor Sid D. Bush to a Big August Picnic on his Washington County farm Friday, August 10. The event promises fine music, speeches, and a flag raising, aiming to unite the community and renew friendships rather than earn money. Bring the whole family for a day of patriotism and fellowship.
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Sid D. Bush
Harrison County Council to Meet in Special Session
Harrison County Indiana auditors announce a special session of the County Council at the Auditor’s office in Corydon on Saturday August 4 1917 at 1 30 pm to consider a new appropriation for the County Council of Defense expenses for 1917 urged by the National and State Defense councils to support government war efforts.
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County Council
Harrison County
Indiana
Corydon
County Council of Defense
National Council of Defense
United States
State Council of Defense
Sam C. Mauck
Hursttown Sunday School Holds Annual Grove Celebration
The Hursttown Sunday School held its regular annual celebration last Saturday in a church grove. A large crowd attended a fine program of songs and addresses. Miss Ethel Davis gave the welcome, with Rev. M C Patterson Thos J Wilson Lawrence Sieg Thomas Winn and John Wagner delivering addresses.
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Hursttown
Ethel Davis
M. C. Patterson
Thos. J. Wilson
Lawrence Sieg
Thomas Winn
John Wagner
Sunday School Celebration at Kingerys Grove
The Bethesda M E Sunday School hosts its twelfth annual celebration in Kingerys Grove near Elizabeth on Saturday August 4 1917. A Purdue University speaker will discuss The Problems of Country Life. Everyone is invited to attend and enjoy. Wm Hiser Superintendent Herman Baumgartie Secretary
Death of Mrs Jammie Hazel of Winfield Kansas
Mrs Jammie Hazel wife of James Hazel of Winfield Kansas died of typhoid fever after seven weeks illness. She was thirty and native of Corydon survived by parents John and Mrs Long two sisters Mrs Jas Bruce and Mrs Geo Wilson and a brother Chas Long. Remains to be shipped to Indiana for burial Friday at Cedar Hill cemetery Funeral at Methodist church. Mr Hazel and two children plus Mrs Long accompany body.
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George Spencer Wilson
Winfield
Kansas
Jammie Hazel
James Hazel
Corydon
John Long
Jas. Bruce
Indianapolis
Geo
Record of Harrison boys in Army and Navy sought
Judge William Ridley forms a thirteen member committee from townships to build a complete roster of Harrison County youths serving in the Army and Navy. County Clerk James A. Watson chairs the panel with members from Corydon Laconia Mauckport Elizabeth Corydon New Amsterdam DePauw New Middletown Ramsey Elizabeth and Corydon R R 1 and R R 4. Citizens are urged to assist in compiling names of those now serving and those who will enter service.
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Harrison
Germany
William Ridley
James A. Watson
Corydon
Ed C. Williar
Laconia
Henry Fisher
Mauckport
Erastus L. Smith
Elizabeth
Oscar Harbison
Women urged to aid war effort in Harrison county
County defense leaders urge all women to participate in upcoming census of service, food conservation pledges, and readiness for government requests. Verna Wright oversees precinct organizers with unpaid volunteers, stressing cooperation and homefront sacrifice as the war's duration and troop losses grow.
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County Council of Defense
Harrison County Council of Defense
Washington
Verna Wright
Corydon
Jones
Bargain on Fairbank Morse engines at AJ Bargain
Auction or sale note mentions Fairbank Morse gas or oil engines available as bargains. The fragment references a l-4w Kost and Becker and a dealer style listing. No dates or locations clearly provided in the readable text.
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Fairbank & Morse
Ajbargain
Kost & Becker
Holiness Camp Meeting in Harrison County
The Harrison County Holiness Association announces its annual camp meeting at the association camp grounds from August 9 to 19. Three services daily at 10:30 am 2 pm and 7:20 pm will be led by Rev John E Hewson of Indianapolis and Rev A S Clark of Topeka Kansas. Tents with floors rent for 8 50 per night and without floors 2 00 per night with no gate fees. The Conrad and Son Piano Co of Corydon provides a piano for use. Jasper N Davis is President and Geo F Pinaire is Secretary.
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Ltarrison County Holiness Association
John E. Hewson
Indianapolis
Clark
Topeka
Kansas
Grove
Conrad & Son Piano Co
Corydon
Jasper N. Davis
Geo. F. Pinaire
Machinery For Sale Westward To Benefit Health
Frank M. Sims, owner, must sell his Gaar Scott skid engine, saw mill, and corn shredder. The saw mill has been rebuilt and the New Improved Six Rolf McCormick shredder is in good condition. Terms arranged with Lew M. O’Bannon. Very cheap offers invited.
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Frank M. Sims
Lew M. O'Bannon
Death of Four Year Old Near Corydon
Arvel Ward Barrow aged four died yesterday at the family home three miles north of Corydon from a car buncle on the nose after intense suffering. He is survived by parents Ivan and Mrs Barrow a brother and three sisters. Funeral arrangements not set, services at Oak Grove church by Rev Hobson and burial in Oak Grove Cemetery.Store your wheat at the Elevator. we keep it insured. You will get pay if it burns. jy25-2w
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Arvel Ward
Ivan Barrow
Corydon
Oak Grove
Hobson
Oak Grove Cemetery
Nellis Watters Dies of Typhoid at Thirteen
Nellis Watters son of Mr and Mrs John Watters of near Elizabeth died Sunday at 12 10 am after six weeks of typhoid fever He was thirteen and survived by his parents and a brother Funeral services were held Monday at the residence with Rev M L New and burial followed in Elizabeth Cemetery.
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Nellis
John Watters
Elizabeth
M. L. New
Seed Rye for Sale by Geo O Devol Corydon Ind
Prop: extra fine seed rye offered by Geo O Devol of Corydon Indiana. Contact Eureka phone for details.
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Geo. O. Devol
Corydon
Ind
Eureka
Vote of Thanks to Mr. Ben Smith for School Trip
The Sunday School of Heidelberg M E thanks Corydon resident Mr Ben Smith for taking their group to St Peters celebration and for the courteous treatment during the trip.
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Ben Smith
Corydon
St. Peter’s
Heidelberg M. E
Feed Store Opens In Lanesville By Ed Gresham
Ed Gresham of Lanesville announces a new feed store inviting locals to inspect prices and stock including bran middlings corn corn meal and chick feed. He will pay the highest market price for wheat also.
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Ed Gresham
Lanesville
No Hunting Notice on Blake Farm in Heth Township
Myrtle E. Blake informs the public that hunting is prohibited on her farm in Heth township. This notice serves to prevent trespass and safeguard crops and property.
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Heth Township
Myrtle E. Blake
Death of Union Soldier Thaddeus Dobson in Posey Township
Thaddeus Dobson of Posey township dies at his son Robert's home after months of illness at age seventy two. Funeral services were held at the Dobson residence with Rev. W. H. Minter officiating and burial in Rogers Camp Ground cemetery. He served as a Union soldier in the Civil War and leaves three daughters and two sons.
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Thaddeus Dobson
Robert
Posey Township
Dobson
W. H. Minter
New Middletown
Rogers Camp Ground
Jap Melton
Robert Dobson
Dora Miles
Fannie Crieg
Indianapolis
Chas. Dobson
Knox County
Corydon Boy Wins Prize in High Jump Contest
Clarence Brown, a U S soldier at Fort Russell Wyoming in the Cavalry, reports by letter that he and his horse won a high jumping prize. The horse cleared more than six feet, and the Brown family, Mr and Mrs Geo E Brown of Corydon, received the note with a mounted regiment photo.
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Clarence Brown
United States
Fort Russell
Wyoming
Geo. E. Brown
House and lots for sale on Chestnut and Walnut Streets
For sale real estate listing advertises one house and four lots on Chestnut street and five lots on Walnut street. Prime location noted. Listing signed by Nell Bulleit.
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Chestnut Street
Walnut Street
Nell Bulleit
Notice to nonresident defendants in Harrison Circuit Court
Harrison Circuit Court Sept Term 1917 case John A Sonner administrator sues Mahala J Sonner William Ed Sonner and others for petition to sell real estate. Nonresidents warned to appear Sept 24 1917 at Corydon Court House to answer or demur. Seal and attorney names listed. Court date set for Harrison County Indiana.
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Harrison County
Harrison
John A Sonner
Philip P Sonner
Mahala J Sonner
William Ed Sonner
Kirkham & O'Bannon
John A. Sonner
Sarah A. Sonner
Isaac F. Sonner
Ora Shrigley
Indiana
Corydon
Sid Coser
Luis Butnay
Jay A Dent
James A. Watson
Notice to Road Contractors for Harrison County Indiana
State of Indiana Harrison county board of commissioners invites sealed proposals for a 17142 foot highway improvement by grading draining and paving with stone. Proposals open August 10 1917 at 2 PM. Road located in Franklin Jackson townships to be known as the C F Ashley road upon completion.
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Board of Commissioners
Sam C. Igs
State of Indiana
Harrison County
Court House
Corydon
Indiana
Franklin
Harrison
Jackson Townships
C. F. Ashley
For Sale Mare and Foal by Victor McIntosh
One 9 year old mare and one yearling colt offered for sale by Victor McIntosh of New Salisbury Indiana. Contact Georgetown phone for details.
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Victor McIntosh
P.O
New Balisbury
Ind
Georgetown Phone
Dull drab men accused in Chautauqua remark by Dean Brown
Dean Charles R. Brown at Chautauqua lambasted men who are honest only to avoid exposure and who lack manliness, saying they will not stake all on a principle and are dull and drab.
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Dean Charles R. Brown
Chautauqua
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Winfield Kansas
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Holiness Camp Meeting
Ramsey
Nellis Watters
Asheville
North Carolina
B. N. Todd
Starks Bldg
South Fourth St
Louisville, Ky
Southern Railway System
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J. G. Zabel
ALL Good
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Undertakers
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