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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1901
Page
5
The article notes massive annual use of flowers for perfumery in London. It cites 1860 tons of orange flowers, 1350 tons of roses, 150 tons of violets and jonquils, 75 tons of tuberose, 30 tons cassie, and 15 tons jonquils. It also mentions a daily visible fog over the city weighing 27? pounds, indicating a heavy atmospheric haze.
The young boarder recounts a story where the heroine finds her idol has feet of clay and, as a consequence, his name becomes mud according to the Cheerful Idiot in the Indianapolis Press.
Mrs Tanque jokes about not waiting up for her husband as Mrs Lushe reveals a phonograph in the hall that starts talking as soon as he comes home, highlighting a humorous labor-saving device in daily life.
A shopper asks for guarantees on goods and a store clerk says the items are intended only as Christmas presents, signaling limited assurances. The exchange appears in the Philadelphia North American.
P S Wright of Corydon visited his brother Sam on Sunday. Two converts Mrs Adolph Herriotte and Mrs Henry Goodman were baptized and received first holy communion by Father Peckskamp. Mrs Anna Bach died December 5 at 78 with children Adam Anthony Bach and others surviving. funeral conducted by Peru with Charles Doerr and daughter from Louisville in attendance.
A white haired clergyman preaches at a friend’s parish then is asked by a charming eighteen year old for a lock of his hair. He sends it and boasted at home. Soon his wife learns the girls are requesting locks for lily arrangements, a fetching deception that becomes a cruel joke on the venerable man.
An old scout named Penn is questioned by Stubb who reveals the killer’s reputation in the West. The dialogue notes fusel alcohol dealings on the border near the bad lands as context for the notorious figure.
In a brief note, Wycke confirms the inventor Wytte has died and his secret remains lost. He mentions the secret was entrusted to his wife, Phila. Press.
A brief dialogue suggests Alexander gave his wife a piano to encourage her to stay home, with a wry remark that it also gave him an excuse to go out more often. The exchange reflects domestic irony discussed in the Indianapolis Journal.
A Philadelphia humorous quip notes a new house described as cozy and a yard about a yard wide. The brief exchange captures lighthearted pride in modest home features.
The entry lists attorney Jones practicing at 8 Son V A608s with offices in the Comet Building upstairs, indicating a new legal office location and contact.
Dialogue between father and daughter on marriage age. Father recommends an older partner around fifty to provide care. Daughter prefers two partners of about twenty five, reflecting a humorous bid for youth and vitality.
Corynoun Ind branch office at English Ind office west court house adjoining Lomax office in all state and federal courts. Evans Stotsenburg ofiBE Main St New Albany Ind Weatheres StorsEnburg BreEvEn attorneys at law office East room Clay Hays building practice in all courts careful attention to all business intrusted to their care
Local notes report first snow of winter, a new birth, and social visits. Citizens visit merchants, Judge Denbo of Floyd county calls, and W. Conrad advertises piano and organ stock. Berry Howard linked to Goebel murder case arrested in Kentucky. Carnegie donates 10 million for university extension. Parole granted to Peter Carney for killing George Payton. Local business offers flour and mill feed with delivery. Substantial ship subsidy criticism and a talk on a new Democrat auditor candidate Samuel C Mauck. Elm Camp MWA Mauckport installs new officers for 1901 101.
A caller seeks a character reference for Bridget Maguire. the housekeeper deems her generally good but notes a conflict between truthfulness and obedience, saying she was often told to claim the caller was not at home.
A strong minded woman who became a burglar recalls telling a man she would pound him to a jelly if he yelled. The other crook asks why she would not yell, highlighting a tense exchange from the Philadelphia Record.
The text cites English physiologist Flynn advocating a before-going-to-bed meal to repair nocturnal waste and prevent aging. He argues midday meals hurt brain work and notes many awaken pale, ragged, and looking five years older, urging well nourished sleep for anemic persons.
The Corydon liquor license hearing for Willis Funk was rejected by the Commissioners after a days long trial. The remonstrance won by a fourteen to two majority with Greitz supporting saloon interests. Applications of Wright and Grut were not presented.
Lanesville notes show Mr and Mrs John Vanner returning home near Lafayette Indiana. Alois Hornar and daughter from Louisville visited John Zable. Mrs McCollum of Leavenworth visits sister Mrs Sam Wright and Mr W who is ill. Mrs David Schnell ill with lung trouble. Mr and Mrs Wm Weaver and Mr and Mrs John Stauth of Corydon were guests of C H Weaver on Sunday.
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