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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1910
Page
3
Promote a visit to Harrison County's largest department store with a broad selection of items. The notice touts numerous articles available, inviting shoppers to browse and find something to suit every preference.
The Harrison County Fair Grounds start a lively week with stock, shows, and rides. Exhibitors from Corydon, Watseka, Elizabeth bring high quality coach horses and stock while vendors, tents, and refreshment stands prepare for crowds.
Elbert, J.A1 Ferree makes slow progress while Mary Hall returns to Louisville. Oscar Williar comes back from Illinois. Andy Barnickle buys Schrader property. Harry Williar buys a kite horse from Rudolph Ferree. Marguerite Williar returns home after two weeks in New Albany. Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Jones and Ed Williar visit WW Williar’s home. Lydia Stepp of Greenwood stays with daughter’s family. Mrs. Albert Jones mentioned in note.
Miss Wattoe Mires and Miss Ada Dor kenheim visit Buena Vista and Sey Albany friends. Mr Lova Benee and Miss Ada Dor kenheim return home after extended stay with relatives. scattered references to residents in Taylor Township and nearby areas.
St Michael's church Bradford schedules a Labor Day picnic in the church grove on September 5. A piano will entertain with performances by artists and ample lunch and refreshments will be provided for a large crowd of visitors.
The court notes the death of John E Brown on August 15 1910 at age 37 11 14 after over two months illness. It resolves to mourn the charter, assist the widow and five children, extend sympathy to his sister and brother, send copies to the family and county papers, and record the resolutions. Signed by H P Beannnosson Lxsuikz I Brerry f Com and Harry L Coorrr.
Charles C. Gailey of Range Co. spent Sunday with family here and Monday with Mrs Gailey as far as Indianapolis en route to Fort Wayne for a salesmen meeting. Afterward he heads to Pittsburgh for more orders.
At the Crawford County Fair in Marengo Harrison County Stock led events with Holstein cattle. Stephen A. Taylor earned eight first premiums and the sweepstakes with a Holstein, plus first in the 2nd pace and third in the free for all pace with Silver Prince trained by Robert Hiottell. Ward and Watson of Corydon won on Bon Chervalier for light harness and the stallion also took sweep strokes as best stallion. Medium Belle, Sheriff Ward's mare, won first in the three minute trot and third in the 2:50, while Noble Peters’ Protas felen PD placed second in the three mile pace and third in the 2:50 County. Paylor earned two ribbons on Reinhardt and two on Little Wonder in three reared, with other Crawford entries yielding multiple blue ribbons.
Mrs Louise Byrn widow of Temple C Byrn died at home in New Albany on August 25 after a bowel double illness aged 52. Funeral services were at Holy Trinity Catholic Church conducted by Rev Father Curran, burial at J Johns cemetery near Byrneville beside her husband. Survived by daughter Ada and son Rego Byrn, father and mother, three sisters and two brothers. She was a devout Catholic and respected neighbor loved by many who mourn her passing.
The Corydon Public Schools will open Monday September 5 1910. Parents or pupils may consult the superintendent at the High School Friday afternoon this week. Transfers should be arranged as early as possible. F. R. Vinson Superintendent of Schools.
Five month old colt for sale. Sired by Logan number 45902. Will make a fine horse. Advertised by Andrew J Stonecipher route 2 Corydon Indiana. Aug sl-ct.
William E. Conner through Major Funk sues Isaac Foster in Harrison Circuit Court for 5000 pounds alleging arrest on an embezzlement charge last January. He cites jail time until bond, Foster's December affidavit, venue changes, a preliminary hearing, and discharge. Damages claimed include loss of time 250 pounds defense expenses and loss of reputation. Conner resides in Elizabeth and Woster in Webster township.
Resolutions announce the death of John Brown of Hyland Christian church and Sunday school. Funeral services were at the church led by Brother Marlow, burial in a nearby cemetery. He leaves a wife five children and many friends. he was a devoted Sunday school worker not a church member. The committee offers sympathy and directs minutes to note the sorrow and notify county papers. Santa Shireman Felma Blake Frank W Shierman Com.
Miss Catharine Kaylor of Morgan township wed Mr. Charles P. Heuser of Corydon Junction on August 25 at New Middletown with Rev. Theo Mueller officiating. The couple to reside with the groom’s parents and receive family congratulations for a long life together. Shelby Applegate earns coal shoveling honors, handling fifteen loads that day, averaging two tons each, totaling sixty tons, and deserving the belt.
George I Wolpert died at his Elizabeth home on Tuesday night August 23 at age eighty four from a complication of diseases. Funeral services were held Thursday at two o clock. Rev Valentine Deich officiated and Brae Hill Cemetery holds his remains. He was born in Württemberg Germany and lived in New Albany before moving to Elizabeth where he ran a successful tanning business for years. He retired about twenty years ago and was married in 1856 to Miss Osna Walker of Martin County. Surviving are six children including Dr W L F and George Wolpert, Mrs W D Barnes, Mrs William Tildelbrand, Elizabeth, and James and Fred Wolpert of New Albany. He was a Methodist, active in town politics, served twenty years on the Elizabeth School Board, and four years as Poser township trustee. He was a highly regarded citizen who will be missed.
Will Christley opens a combined restaurant and ice cream parlor, pastry stand, and gas fruit stand opposite the Court House. He will continue his tailoring, cleaning, and pressing services and carry leading daily papers for patrons.
190 acre farm offered in private sale located 23 miles northwest of Corydon. Improvements include a two story frame dwelling with eight rooms, a large barn, corn crib, implement shed and other outbuildings. About ten acres in orchard grass suitable for pasture. Property can be shown. contact J H Tav or R R 4 Corydon Eureka.
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