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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1905
Page
4
A editorial argues to keep county offices limited to four years to ensure honest, competent leadership and frequent public review. It stresses that term limits deter graft, encourage accountability, and should apply to deputies as well as principals, with exceptions for certain high offices based on competency.
An advertisement touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as the sole way to sustain mind and body strength through proper nourishment. It asserts the stomach must stay healthy to prevent disease and lists symptoms it supposedly cures, claiming it digests what you eat and strengthens digestion.
A Joplin Missouri druggist Mr Obe Witiner promotes Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea remedy as unequaled for bowel complaints. He states there is nothing on the market that equals it and recommends the product, offered at Crosier's Corner Drug Store.
A bevy of visits from Ben Deatrick and wife, Oscar Engleman, Earl Conner, Fannie Rady, Jose Byrne, Pearl Hazzard and others fill local days. Plans mention broom corn harvest aid from Eddy Byrne and Ollie Mosier, a planned debate at Madison between D H Bays and S W Scott, and a proposed homecoming gathering for rural correspondents. Mrs Byrne hosted a young folks gathering August mth with numerous attendees and refreshments afterward.
Pleasant Hill and surrounding area reports show residents visiting home folks during the weekend. Names include Windell, Attlee Mathes, Brengman, Bottles, Bickel, Kitta Wolf, James Toog, Lafe Brengman, Ges Jordan, Kanocapel, Virginia, Eli Mathes, and A J Stonecipher. Several families prepare for the local fair and recall recent visits from relatives in Donovan, Clarksville Tenn, and New Middletown.
A list of property transfers includes Ephraim J. E. Goss to White and Wil lixans in Milltown with S40, Ehner Reagan to Annie F. Winders for a Mauckyort lot at S300, and Waldo J. Venner to Cort St. Sharp for a0 acres at 83000. Additional sales cover Henry Quick to Tha Ut. Mowrer for 40 acres at S300, Almond H. Pest to Henry H. Sauer heber for 3 acres at BMQ, Jacob P. Henser to John R. White for Jackson City lots at 2300, Dora Thorp to Theodore J. Martini and wife for 1174 acres at SaTu0, Sallie Mitchell to Wm. Mitchell for a Coryden lot at 8500, and various other transfers including David Fouts Sec. to Wm. F. Avery for 6 acres at 2500, plus multiple 20–66 acre and 64 acre tracts with amounts ranging up to 5500. The notice also cites Corydon trustees selling a lot for 30, and an ad urging telegraphy schooling from Morse Schools of Telegraphy.
Hursttown notes visitors and stays including Mrs James I Smith and Miss Clara Arlen. Baptism near Crackman’s mill drew many locals. U B meeting in Bradford and Sunday visits by Yenowine and Davis households. Church services July 30 and a class book update with new leaders. Dennis Kepley praised for graveyard upkeep. Rev. Hudson to deliver farewell sermon August 10. respected Crandall circuit preacher may pursue evangelistic work elsewhere.
A scrambled local note lists residents and visitors across Taylor Township and nearby towns. Names include George Hess, Edward Purtall, Mabel Colvin, Lizsis Prente, Joseph Herring, and Edith Hess. Several travel mentions occur with brief injuries from a wagon accident near Corydon. one person, Armtnida Noe, escaped unharmed while Edith Hess suffered a broken ankle treated by Dr. Dean.
For sale item list includes a Deering Ideal Mower seven foot implement in good condition, cut about 130 acres, price 75 dollars. A Superior Disc grain and fertilizer tool priced 70 dollars, sells for 335. A Moline Sulky plow listed at 42 dollars, sale 20. Call near Corydon area for the seller.
The Chicago and Northwestern Railway Company offers information on suitable locations for new manufacturing establishments. The Industrial Department invites inquiries to assess thriving cities, available materials, and market facilities. Applicants should contact 215 Jackson Boulevard, Chicago.
A terse note discusses how increasing combinations reduce chances for young men. The message mentions HANI MADE harness igo and G. H. Mathes in a cryptic context.
Letters from Col. Benj. F. Hawkes and others praise Peruna for catarrh and general vitality. Endorsements cite cures and long use, with testimonies from Wm. G. Hunter Jas. T. Jakeman and others. Peruna advertised as a non narcotic tonic for aging and digestive issues, with Dr. Hartman’s confidential correspondence.
In Bridgeport rainfall noted and Mrs J B Williams suffers stomach trouble. Visitors include Mamie Diddlcott of Louisville with May Carter, Florence Cooper returning to Elizabeth. Kentucky residents Sutenty, Mr and Mrs Diekmann visit George Fulner. Claud Parnsley back to baseball after illness. Shuck family from Louisville visit Dosia Williams. Fifteen Louisville couples attended dinner at J W Beaners. Parnsley and Tisher of Bordentown return home after visit. Guy Beeler, age 15, burial of John Beeler’s great grandson Frank McHarry near river bluff last Thursday.
The piece notes the deaths of Secretary Hay, the South African Republic, ex president Harrison, and President Paul Kimger. It urges citizens to remember these events as a republic experiences losses and transitions.
Malaria fever keeps Jacob Manck laid up while Ed Rhodes farms with Aaron Hockman. Samuel Manck hauls hay for Jacob Weis. Perry Windell visit noted. Several locals, including Jacob Snellhaker and Sam Windell Sr, on sick list. Dale Toler named champion melon raiser. Multiple ill residents and weekend visits recorded among the Grove families with various neighbors attending events and farm work.
The partnership Denbo & Kepner dissolves by mutual agreement. The business continues in the name of Henry W. Denbo with all debts and accounts payable to Henry W. Denbo. Signed by Henry W. Denbo and Harry F. Kepner.
An advertisement extols Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as remedies for bilious and dyspeptic sufferers. The copy claims they restore health and happiness by invigorating the stomach and liver, aiding digestion, and regulating the bowels. Crosier's Corner Drug Store is listed as the seller with a May date.
The organizing committee announces that expert judges have been secured for the upcoming fair. Their selection aims to ensure fairness across competitions and uphold high standards for judging.
Harrison County coroner Peter S Wright reports Ollie Windell died by accidental drowning in Big Indian Creek Scott township on August 3 1905 at 3 pm. The body measured about four feet six inches and weighed approximately 1380 pounds with black hair gray eyes. A pocketbook held seven dollars in paper and four dollars thirty one cents in silver.
A male resident over 21 in Lanesville Franklin township Harrison county Indiana will petition the Harrison County Board of Commissioners at the September meeting in Coridon for a license to sell intoxicating liquors in quantities under five gallons. The request targets a front room in a one story frame building on Main street Lot 4 Lanesville with a 12 by 20 foot ground floor space and specific door openings to a wave room and hotel office. August Endris is listed in the notice.
Trustee Andrew J Lopp invites sealed bids for erecting a new school house in district No 1 Heth Township Harrison County Indiana. Bids due 1 pm September 14 1905 at No 1 School House. Plans on file in the office. Right to reject any or all bids.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain Spiarrhoea Remedy for colic and cholera with a bold promise of never failing and urges readers to buy now, claiming it may save life.
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