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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1916
Page
6
Corydon High School notes record Thanksgiving travel by students and staff with names and destinations. They report season basketball tickets at two dollars for ten games, next home game against Milltown on December 15, plus a 14 to 8 Corydon victory over Hardinsburg and high enthusiasm at the gym.
Miss Edith McClaren and Mr. William Saffer were married at the bride’s East Chestnut Street home on Thursday November 30 at five o clock in the presence of about fifty relatives and friends. Rev C E Flynn officiated. The couple plans a return from a honeymoon trip to Hammond Indiana then will reside with the bride’s parents until spring.
December 3 service featured Cradle Roll exercises led by Henry Hye with songs and recitations from children including Mabel Harmon Ruby Wiseman Lillian Lincoln Pearl Wiseman Paul Taylor John Harmon Lena Lincoln Kathleen Bergman Christine Murr Harold Murr Edna Nolot Lewis Wise moan Forrest Wiseman Olaf Bye Carl Harmon Cecil Wiseman virgil Yarmon Lloyd Hottle and Stella Murr. Minnie Harmon played organ and Mrs. Geo Must reported 26 babies on the roll with 16 present and 10 promoted. Kate Rothrock read scriptures and Rev J G Shaw spoke for the children.
The Shucks schoolhouse in Posey Township was completely destroyed by fire last Sunday afternoon. The fire was discovered by nearby residents but spread too rapidly to be stopped. The origin is unknown since the building had been unused since Friday. Miss Rachel Farnsley was the teacher, and a temporary room nearby will host classes until a new building is erected.
William Shumaker of Taylor township was severely cut in the back and side by Lem McKnight near Rosewood last Thursday around ten. Dr. Roberts and his son from West Point, Kentucky, dressed the wounds. The dispute arose from a rental disagreement between McKnight and Shumaker.
Local shop Keller's highlights a selection ideal for Christmas gifts with a focus on timely stocking stuffers and seasonal bargains. Shoppers are urged to visit early for best picks and to avoid crowds.
On Thanksgiving at the groom's parents home in Harme City Wisconsin Flora Rhodes daughter of Willard Rhodes and Chris Ruch wed in a ring ceremony led by Rev J E Rowe. Miss Alva Ruch as maid of honor and Edward Rhode as best man assisted under a roses and smilax arch. Guests included Rev and Mrs J K Rowe and several relatives from nearby towns. The couple plan to reside on the groom's farm north of Farmer City after March.
The Hoosier Ely Chapter D A R met December 16 1916 at Mrs BLS Ajj le gate. Vice Regent opened, minutes read, then business followed by papers on The Native Inhabitants of Indiana and The Early Explorers of Indiana. Meeting adjourned to January 1 1917 with Mrs T J Wilson.
Mr and Mrs Frank Shireman entertained Monday afternoon from four to five in honor of daughter Evaline who turned nine. Fifteen young guests attended with Miss Hazel Bussabarger providing piano music. Games and refreshments of punch cake and popcorn were served.
Edward Deuser Herman and George W Hausz all former residents of the county hunted in Rush county for three days last week. They visited Henry Schumann and family. The party were successful with a total of forty two rabbits.
The Feller heirs own a 65 acre farm east of Corydon and have hired George Lerenborg of New Albany to plat and sell lots in a territory from the Corydon New Albany pike south to the New Albany road north. Lots will be offered at reasonable prices to middle income buyers with streets and alleys laid out to attract purchasers. More details will follow in the Democrat and the sale is expected soon.
Hubber Fraver and wife visited Mr and Mrs Wm Smith of Central. Thanksgiving visits from Hancock Thurman Smith and family of Louisville. Miss Nell Conrad from Urbana called due to illness and grandfather G W Barksdale. Mrs Mary Lofton and daughter Minnie Jane of St Joseph Illinois visiting Wernert family. Field Meet at Corydon with DePauw High School pennant. Hurrib fur DePauw and Clarence Trowbridge moved from Vincennes to a farm near here. Gatherings hosted by George Weathers and others, including Dawson Wyman of Kansas visiting Mrs Geo Weathers. Rev Finnell preached at Central Christian Church. Pie supper proceeds aid school purchases for the C Organ. Haz Best principal and Millie Reagan primary at the local school. Deputy Dindall appointed in Woodman Lodge. MWA election results announced with officers listed.
The community notices detail visits and guest appearances. Mrs. Chas Emily traveled to New Albay for a visit and Miss Jessie Shone stayed with Jennie Vraiber over Sunday. Several府 locals attended a pie social at Nogl school house. Arthur Benson and daughter Lahue visited the Roosted Farm Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. George Bube also visiting Wisher family. The Wyre Wilmington area reports illness and social guests including James Conrad and family with Charlie Harbeson visiting John Conrad’s home Sunday.
The document urges all schools to hold a Mission Day on Monday December 11 and to invite patrons. It asks if primers and readers are tested for word familiarity and warns against permissive whispering in classrooms. It notes first semester exams on December 22 and 23 to be distributed at the Township Institute. It also mentions a subscription renewal from George W. Lamb praising his public life.
Mr and Mrs Sam P Vogt Mr and Mrs Jacob Bickel Mrs Roy Wolfe and daughter Kathleen Mrs Katie Vogt and Misses Zetta Vogt Ruth and Jack Bickel Messrs Henry and Eli Vogt Daniel Toombs and Hardin Lemmon visited Mr and Mrs Frank Cunningham of near Laconia last Sunday. They traveled to New Boston in a gasoline launch from Brown's Landing and enjoyed a pleasant afternoon.
Mrs. Jeanne A. Rigot widow of Jackson Rigot of Spencer township came to Corydon on business last Saturday. She was greeted by her son Leonard W. Rigot Spencer township Assessor. They traced their arrival from France in 1847 and settlement near Frenchtown which gave the name.
W. J. Conrad of Laconia came back from Indianapolis last Monday after a weeklong stay with his son George E. Conrad and daughter Mrs. John Wilkerson in a family visit.
Mrs. Sarah Jv Roby wife of Green Roby died Thursday November 24 at her home in Heth township after a long illness of dropsy. She was sixty eight and survived by husband four children James and Edward Roby and Mrs Dean Frakes and Mrs Willard Wiseman all of this county. Funeral services and burial were at Bethel.
Henry VandDyke American minister to The Netherlands resigned Monday. A noted author of high standing he was sent to The Netherlands in 1915 by President Wilson and since the war began aided stranded Americans and fleeing Belgians.
Native owner declares no hunting allowed on farms in Posey township with dog or gun day or night. Signatories are George W. Richert Albert Hisert and Win Zimmerman. Dated June 20.
On Thanks giving evening November 380 1916 the Women’s Missionary Society at Mt Zion A B church enjoyed a lively program with readings by Mrs Pearl Miller and Miss Lizzie Wiseman. Pastor Bro McVey and Mrs McVey attended and were appreciated. Refreshments followed with cake and coffee served to members and visitors.
Miss Margaret Lahue hosted a Saturday evening gathering for girl friends at her parents home Mr and Mrs Edward Lahue. The event honored Pearl Butlett a Sacred Heart Academy student from Louisville on vacation. Refreshments were served and all enjoyed the visit.
Miss Lincell Getzendanner of Louisville visited her aunt Miss Maggie and uncle William Getzendanner and many friends here from last Thursday through Saturday. She is the daughter of Mrs. T. S. Getzendanner of Louisville, whose family formerly lived in this place.
Southern Railway announces a 1916 December grand excursion from Corydon Junction to St. Louis for Friday to Sunday December 15–17. Round trip fare good on all trains with return by December 17. For details contact local agent or F N Westerman A G P A St Louis Mo.
A listing shows various Democrat affiliated newspapers with annual and multi year subscription rates. Prices range from $1.26 for Indiana Farmer to $6.40 for Democrat and Daily Courier Journal. Several papers include the Louisville titles and Indianapolis editions with different year terms.
In Corydon's Savings and Loan Association members may invest at 6 percent interest. Options include a paid up share for $100, a full payment plan, or installment shares of $1 or more per month. Participants may buy additional shares if funds allow.
The undersigned offer for rent the Corydon property with the A L Bullett blacksmith and repair shop building and the Oscar Shuck bakery and confectionery building. Location is favorable and terms reasonable. Also notes travel of Mrs Tindall and daughter to Minneola for six weeks. A Seven reel film of Silas Marner to be shown December 15 at Dream Theatre by the Christian church ladies aid. Lost bag with crochet implements mentioned.
Purdue university students captured first place in the stock judging contest linked to the International Live Stock exposition. The Hoosier team scored 2 970 points, edging out others as 15 colleges in the United States and Canada competed. The winner receives a $1 000 trophy donated by the Union Stock Yards and Cattle Company, previously held by Texas A and M since 1913.
Catherine Denton of St. Louis staggered to a nearby home in a sack draped over her shoulder and fainted. She said she left Evansville seeking work and spent the night in a local negro schoolhouse. A fire in her clothing started after she lit a fire to sleep. She was taken to a hospital and may not recover.
A brief exchange shows Jigson boasting of looking well while a speaker seeks a man who owes him $10, indicating a personal debt confrontation. No further context or names beyond Jigson and the speaker are provided.
General Osuna reports Carranza troops reoccupy Chihuahua City after fierce fighting. Telegraphic links restored from Chihuahua to Jimenez as Murguia and Trevino enter the city. Villa forces retreat toward western Chihuahua with loot trains. foreigners mostly safe except Chinese victims.
Chicago reports a food war campaign by women and civic groups targeting butter eggs and poultry. Health commissioner Dr John Dill Robertson predicts a big drop in the egg market as boycott efforts spread nationwide and Chicago, as the central market, faces price declines. Local mass meeting urged federal state and city action against brokers accused of inflating prices.
About 2,700 miners employed by independent companies in Minnesota Wisconsin and Michigan will receive a 16 percent wage increase effective December 15. The raise mirrors a similar action by United States Steel Corporation. Shenango Furnace Pickands Mather and Republic Iron and Steel announced the raise, noted Francia J Webb of Republic Iron and Steel.
Harrisburg bulletin bans moving picture plays in Pennsylvania that show safe cracking, thefts, drug use, heroines tied to tracks, and many thrillers. It lists scores of condemned films including sixty white slavery subjects and twenty five Mexican scenes, with prize fighting stars also banned.
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