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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1908
Page
3
A brief advertisement lists the clothing department, grocery department, and a range of items including candies, nuts, fruit, tobacco, cigars, pipes, glassware, silverware for table use, and fresh meats.
Frances Stewart an esteemed elderly resident of Posey township died at her home after a brief illness. Her remains were interred in Pott's graveyard. Among her children are Mace Mark and Clarence Stewart. About fifty New Albany residents plan to seek liquor licenses at Floyd county's January term. Brown's Bakery advertises a two pound Christmas Fruit cake for 25 cents while supplies last.
Major J S Pfrimmer sent the National Corn Show trophy to Indiana after the Omaha event on December 10 1808. Clare of Indiana defeated Cole of Dinoia to win the $1000 cash prize and the trophy for best ten ears of corn.
Property listing describes a fruit farm of about 20 acres with 2 acres timber, hog fence, water access, 40 acres of pasture, young apple trees and 200 pear trees, plus assorted shrubs. Includes wood barn and telephone contact, located off a good road in Flarrison county. Asking price and further details available at the office.
Miss Alberta Shuek of East Chestnut Street and Mr. Charles A Bennett of St. Louis were married at the bride’s home Saturday evening. Rev. W D Bartle officiated in the presence of relatives. The couple left for St Louis to establish their home. The Democrat extends congratulations.
Thomas Birdwell an elderly Posey township resident died last Friday at about 80 years old after a two week illness from grippe. He leaves a wife and twelve grown children and was long a member of the M church for fifty years. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev E G Jaen at Elizabeth cemetery on Saturday with burial there. He had lived in Harrison county all his life.
Harrison County Agricultural Society officers met at the courthouse last Thursday to outline the fiftieth or semi centennial fair. The budget includes 1250 for racing purses, premiums increased, and a 2500 premium list printed by Lew M. Bannon. Entries close August 30, show day Tuesday. Several townships were not represented.
A fine house on Mall Street for sale with contact for Sam P Vogt. Also Fitch and Shucks Bakery offers plain and fancy cakes. Dig 2.
A 130 acre farm is listed for sale at a bargain price. The ad claims the land is cheaper than the cost of buildings. Contact Sam P. Voert Real Estate Agency for details. Also promoting a cake from Fried & Shuck's. al6 2.
The county board ruled the North Precinct returns conclusive in the O Bannon Taylor contest. Parol testimony to counter tally sheets was barred, and the board sustained Taylor's objections. O Bannon's counsel consented to a finding for Taylor, with appeal possible but doubtful given factors including O Bannon's relocation and employment.
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