12 Dec 1906
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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1906
Page
1
The ad lists toys and goods from trunks to trombones and dolls. It promotes many presents for men and women with stock held for Christmas, featuring dolls of all kinds and colors, silks, neats and mufflers, plus varied prices and layaway options.
Advertises men's gifts including Cassimere shirts gloves and umbrellas. Highlights Half dozen pairs of Sox and new fashion items from Monarch and Cluett. Emphasizes giftable items with a flexible exchange policy after Christmas and varied price points from one to five dollars.
The ad highlights 52 inch raincoats at ten dollars and twelve fifty, a Jet arrival, and a small but priced line of goods. It notes a handkerchief department, various small items like watch chains and pins, trunks and traveling bags, sleeping garments, slippers, and broad holiday gift suggestions with competitive prices.
A local column denounces aggressive competition between Corydon banks for deposits. It notes assets near a million dollars and accuses bank leaders of political maneuvering, pressuring public officials, depositors, and estate administrators to gain business while urging calmer, merit based conduct.
A Bluffton Banner clipping offers domestic tips urging readers to go home for comfort and improvement, then pivots to a medical plug for Chamberlains Cough Remedy. It also promotes an International manure spreader from W H Bullett Son and druggists L A Riley Son with claims of rapid payback and higher yields.
Dr Fred Daniel son of Dr and Mrs William Daniel of this place received severe burns on the morning of the 1st while preparing rubber in his Elwood dental office when a vulcanizer exploded. The burns cover face neck and arms but eye protection suggests sight will be preserved. The Daniels left for Elwood immediately after receiving notice.
Not the amount eaten but what is digested builds strength. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets invigorate the stomach and liver, improving digestion, appetite, endurance, and clarity. Price 25 cents, samples free, sold by L A Riley & Son, druggists. Dee Treacle Brandenburg of West Point Ky visiting Washington township.
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