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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1918
Page
4
An editorial urges sustained patriotic effort in wartime America. It commends servicemen and families, lauds Liberty Bonds and War Savings Stamps, and stresses food conservation. It condemns detractors while urging community support and civic responsibility to win the war.
A historical summary notes sharp price rises for staples since the war began. Wheat, corn, hogs, wool, and cotton all roughly triple in price, with corn and wool rising slightly more. Authorities claim prices are balanced with fairer treatment of producers. The piece contrasts Governor Goodrich remarks on democracy with Webster and a Republican editor's accusation of garbled quotes.
The mai i is carried to and from soldiers in France with good delivery certainty and reasonable speed. Letters from interior France arrive here within about two weeks. Mail comes in periodic batches and families with relatives overseas receive their letters together. Sometimes a boy’s letters lag a month, then several arrive at once after waiting in France for ship passage.
The Corydon Democratic condemns the Republican editor for insults toward Democrats, labeling them copperheads and other slurs. The piece argues editors have no right to print such language and urges reform, citing a heated exchange and a call for a Democratic Congress to influence wartime policy.
The Evansville Courier note about Dixon Pennington in Kentucky licensing is confused by another Dixon Pennington in Spencer County. The Spencer County Dixon is Dennis Pennington's grandson and did not apply for a liquor license.
A compact notice advertises bacon at Wilbur Miller's ald offering shoppers a local meat option.
A Mayberry style editorial condemns sugar rationing as a sign of selfishness and urges readers to consider the thousands of American boys in the war. It criticizes those who prioritize personal comfort over liberty sacrifices and notes Wilson era financial reforms, calling for vigilance against wartime jargon and mockery.
William A Roach Secretary of State certifies that Harrison County Fruit Distilleries Company filed required dissolving papers under the 1913 act and is now in the process of dissolution as of August 3, 1918 in Indianapolis. Deputy H D McClellord signs for the secretary.
Two notices in Harrison County Indiana warn non residents of pending actions in the Harrison Circuit Court. The first, in September 1918, targets Arthur Hendricks versus Josephine Beckham and D Montgomery Beckham over a real estate mortgage foreclosure. The second, in September 1918, cites Laura MeIntire versus Willie MeIntire over a divorce. Both require appearance or demurrer by non residents.
Notice is given that John J. Brunner executor will sell the decedent Valentine Cline's personal property at public auction on September 4 1918, five miles southwest of Corydon Indiana. Items include 6 milk cows 1 steam engine 16 HP 1 clover huller 1 corn shredder saw mill mower and farming implements plus household furniture and more. Cash for purchases under five dollars and nine months credit on larger sums with promissory note and sureties. av-3w
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