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Corydon Democrat

Location

Corydon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1902

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The County Teachers Association Meeting Held at Auditorium

The County Teachers Association met at the Auditorium last Friday and Saturday with large attendance. Superintendent Weaver presided. John A. Reising was vice president. Miss Julia Fried served as secretary. Next year’s officers include County Superintendent as president, C N Dome as vice president, Hugh Rhodes as secretary, and Adam Reising Geo A McIntosh and C T Bartley on the program committee. A notable feature was the school exhibit at the High School building showing strong county participation.

The County Teachers Association Weaver John A. Reising Julia Fried C. N. Dome Hugh Rhodes Adam Reising Geo. A. McIntosh C. T. Bartley Corydon Morgan Township

Citizens Lecture Course Announces Remaining Attractions

The Citizens' Lecture Course lists Col H W J Ham of Georgia on December 16 1902 Boston Ladies Symphony Company with twenty two musicians on December 31 1902 Fred Emerson Brooks California poet February 4 1903 Senator John P Dolliver Iowa March 16 1903 Season tickets good for all attractions with reserved seat for 1 00 Single ticket with reserved seat 35c Tickets at Rielys.

H. W. J. Ham Georgia Boston Ladies’ Symphony Company Fred Emerson Brooks California John P. Dolliver Iowa Riely’s

Victoria Court to elect officers for 1903 year

Notice from Victoria Court No 189 T. B. H. Cen tral Ind announces officers will be elected on Saturday night Dec 6 1902 E B Love Chief Also a testimonial on Chamberlains Cough Remedy from Toowoomba Australia praising its efficacy and recommending it for coughs sold at Crosier's Corner Drug Store.

Victoria Court No 189 Central Ind E. B. Love the Gazette Toowoomba Australia Chamberlain W. C. Wockner Woekner Crosier’s Corner Drug Store

Child Herman Waldo S. Dies Young

In a flower garden tribute, Herman Waldo S., son of Mr. and Mrs. Shouche, born December 23, 1900, died November 9, 1902. The note laments his brief life, quotes Jesus about letting children come to him, and urges comfort for his parents.

Herman Waldo S

Thanksgiving Service at Presbyterian Church Musical Readings

Thanksgiving Day observed at the Presbyterian church with a 10 30 a m service. Rev H J Black of the Methodist church delivered an excellent address while Rev L O Pearch and Miss Margaret Windsor sang solos. A collection for the poor totaled 13 50.

Presbyterian Church H. J. Black Methodist Church L. O. Pearch Margaret Windsor

Double Wedding Becomes Local After Quiet Ceremony

Alva Reed and her sister Maud formerly of this county now living in Louisville wed Bertha Shirar and Marvin Lyons on November 26 at 8 30 p m. officiated by Rev Lyons. Ushers Ed Elbert and Jesse Reed and Mrs Ed Elbert provided music and hospitality for about 50 relatives and friends at 2205 Griffiths Ave.

Alva Reed Maud Louisville Wm. H. Reed Griffiths Ave Bertha Shirar Marvin Lyons Lyons Elbert Jesse Reed Ed. Elbert

Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Introduced

Old friends of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy learn of a new aid called Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. They promise relief from constipation biliousness and sick headaches and improve digestion and appetite. Sold at Crosier's Comer Drug Store.

Crosier's Comer Drug Store Dec

The Foot Ball Game at Corydon Thanksgiving

The first football game seen in Corydon was played at the fair grounds on Thanksgiving between the High School team and a town all star selection. The High School won 10 to 0, aided by better practice and no quarterback on the rival side. Black and Funk starred for the High School with Funk scoring two touchdowns. Ora Bullett, Willie Crecelius, and George Miller starred for the All Stars, with Willie delivering standout tackle work. It was a fair contest and the paper notes a desire for another game soon.

Corydon Fair Grounds Black Funk Ora Bullett Willie Crecelius George Miller All Stars

Corydon Sorosis Club Publishes New Year Program

The Corydon Sorosis Club presents its coming year program printed in Democrat with water colored backs by Miss Blanche Bullett and Mrs. J W Riddle. Organized in 1898, the mutual-benefit club lists members including Mesdames and Misses Bennett Black Black Bullett Bullett Denbo Conner Marshall Hughes Rowland Martin Stern Riddle Williams Winkler.

Corydon Sorosis Club Blanche Bullett J. W. Riddle Mesdames John Bennett Maud Black H. J. Black Blanch Bullett P. C. Bullett Jessie Denbo A. R. Conner Henrietta Marshall A. W. Hughes Mary Rowland G. BF. Martin Miriam Stern Elizabeth Williams, F. Winkler

Hawthorne Musical Club Delivers Notable Boston Recital

The Hawthorne Musical Club of Boston gave a large audience recital at the Auditorium on Thursday night as the opening event of the Citizens' Lecture Course for 1902 03. Five versatile gentlemen performed many instruments, presenting pieces like County Fair Trip to New York City, Gentleman from Dogwood, and Chinese Pupil with strong reception. The committee is praised for selecting the Hawthorne troupe.

Hawthorne Musical Club Boston Mass Citizens New York City Dogwood

Five Dixie area smallpox cases reported near Scott township

Five cases of smallpox are reported around Dixie and Scott township including Dick Mauck and his wife Cora Mauck, their daughter Cora, Dean Hottell, and Warford Mauck’s child. Dean Hottell brought the disease from Oaktown. The illness is mild and unlikely to prove fatal.

Dixie Scott Township Dick Mauck Cora Mauck Cora Dean Hottell Warford Mauck Oaktown

Burglary at Depauw Store Sealed by Dynamite Blast

Burglars gained entry to S. T. Briscoe & Co. in Depauw Monday night using a wire key. The safe was drilled and blown with dynamite but no money was taken and the books remained intact. A $75 cash drawer was untouched, and no suspects are identified.

S. T Briscoe &Co Depauw S. T. Briscoe & Co

Corydon prospects and town improvements projected

The town of Corydon eyes rapid development with Wagon Works Normal School Water Works and Electric Lights. New churches a forthcoming school building and cannery plus other plants imply long term city governance. Also, Elder J M Vawter and Grubb Delivers lectures while Artemus Curts and Addie Wright plan to run a renovated Conrad Hotel in New Albany. The office has prepared 300 Lecture Course programs for 1902 03 season to be circulated free.

Corydon Artemus Curts Addie Wright Corner State Main Streets New Albany Harrison County

Public Notice on Turnpike Hauling Restrictions in Harrison County

Harrison County Indiana commissioners warn heavy hauling damages thawing roads and urge compliance with 1901 act. It lists load limits by tire width, fines from five to fifty dollars per haul, signed by A. J. McInross Edmond B. Love and Geo. H. Mathes as commissioners.

Harrison County Indiana

Maccabee Lodge Elects Officers in Prosperous Condition

The Maccabee Lodge selected officers for the term Monday evening. Commander R. F. Sims and Lieutenant Commander J. W. Morris lead a slate including K.-E. L. Pitman, F. K.-A. G. Ward, and Physician J. C. Bottorff. Other positions filled include Chaplain W. H. Morris, Sergeant O. M. Wolfe, A. Gideon Feller, F. M. G. Chas. E. Rupp, Sentinel Dave Miller, Pickey J. W. Stauth, Trustee G. Feller. The lodge reports a prosperous condition.

The Maccabee Lodge R. F. Sims J. W. Morris KR. K E. L. Pitman F. K A. G. Ward J. C. Bottorff W. H. Morris Pickey J. W. Stauth G. Feller

We Are Sinking Old Town in a Dire Plea to Save It

A distressed town voice laments decaying streets and missing protective metalwork. The speaker asks the town board to act urgently, warning of bankruptcy and ruin if no measures are taken to shore up the aging infrastructure.

Old Town Town Board

Democratic Labor Alliance Urged As Cannery Seeks Funds

A call to unite Democrats with working people as trusts and Republican leaders align with big corporations. The Cannery begs for $2,000 to finish its project and farmers are urged to attend the upcoming county institute next Friday and Saturday.

Trusts Republican Party

Farmers Institute Invite For Friday And Saturday

A caller invites Betsy and all the children to the Farmers’ Institute next Friday and Saturday. The note urges attendance and participation in the planned sessions and activities.

Betsy Farmers’ Institute

Roll of Honor Subscriptions Listed Across Regions

A lengthy roll of honor lists subscribers and contributors to Taz DeMocRat, detailing names and towns from Corydon to New Harmony and beyond. The roster includes Edward Yenawine of Georgetown, H F Bary of Frenchtown, and many others in Indiana, Illinois, Nebraska, and Kansas, with scattered addresses and states.

DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve Promises Piles Cure

Chicago firm E. C. DeWitt & Co markets DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a specific remedy for piles and skin ailments. The advertising stresses effectiveness against blind, bleeding, itching, and protruding piles as well as eczema burns cuts and bruises. Counterfeits are warned against with a prompt to ask for the genuine product by DeWitt’s and L. A. Romy & Son.

E. C. DeWitt & Co Chicago DeWitt L. A. Romy & Son

Local Notices and Community Calls Prompt Busy Weekend

Names of residents pair off in local transfers while county apple raisers are urged to hear Burton next Friday and Saturday. The Normal reports growth with new students weekly and heating upgrades. Community pleas urge Mr Marshall to resume street work as Farmers Institute events loom. Mud challenges linger ahead of the busy weekend.

Burton

Also Mentioned on This Page

County Association ICA Akes Standard Oil CO Sorosis Club J. M. Vawter Christian Church Jeffersonville Elder Grubb Miss Windsor Elder Vawter Our Town A. J. McInross, Edmond B. Love, Geo. H. Mathes Maccabees Democratic Party Labor County Institute Roll of Honor Taz DeMocRat Edward Yenawine Georgetown H.F. Bary Frenchtown EM Mathes Lafayette P. P. Engleman Moberly George Stonecipher Elmwood Neb Robert Denbo Hill Grove John B. Crayden Ramsey C. L. Fleshman Bertha Stonecipher Columbus Kan Joe Wellinger W. J. Arnold Crandall John Shant Bradford T J. Hart New Middletown Rev Moore Henry Hays Mauckport Harrison Wiseman Glidas R. L. Erb Palmyra Charlies E. Kinsly Georgetowna W. T. Graves New Salisbury Wm. Arnold Convenience Jane Saffer David T. Dewees S. N. Voyles Joe Fella Rockport Martin Davis Ogden Ill James N. Davis Stacy Culp Waco George Hendricks George Adam W.R Kirkham Rudolph Ferree John C. May John G. Munzer Katie M. Lambertus Socrates L. Hass Blanche Lang Frank Crutchfield Doshia Garrett Mr. Marshall
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