17 Dec 1878
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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1878
Page
1
A fragmented notice outlines rate rules for local advertisements. It specifies a ten cent per line charge change and that no advertisement under one dollar will be inserted. Prepayment is required and some terms appear garbled.
Fragment lists district offices, county offices, courts, commissioners, and names such as George A. Bicksell and Peter Mo Agace in a garbled legal notices context. It references congressional and senate appearances, attorney general role, and court events with unclear dates and participants.
Daily post schedule notes Albany mails leaving Corydon at 7 34 in the morning. It lists routes to Lanesville Ryana Landing Rosewood Mieleroft New Amsterdam Valley City Enciig Rehoboth Paldiya Han on New Baligbary and Bradford Ave. MEM shows post office destinations and times.
County readers hear a renewed case for a daily mail line between Corydon and Leavenworth. Proponents argue improved mail service boosts travel and commerce, with bridges already built and plans for eventual turnpike connections. Local merchants report broad support and anticipate dining stops and lodging benefits along the route.
A fragmented 19th century moral guide lists strict directives on letting a child read talk and roam, emphasizing virtue, religious practice, recreation limits, and severe correction. It argues consistent parental discipline yields uniform results or, at minimum, the comfort of having done one’s duty.
Names forwarded for the Indiana Legislature include Dr B F Stullen a townsman praised for fitness and courtesy, a prolific writer editor and lecturer. His literary works and public service record are cited as evidence of his qualification and dedication to Library and scholarly aims.
The piece warns that lightly speaking of women’s virtues corrupts character and integrity. It argues men should judge individuals, not generalize, and urges lasting respect for women as mothers and citizens, warning that careless talk undermines trust and happiness.
A District of Columbia governor and editor Mr Shepherd express firm belief that Ulysses S Grant will win a third term. The piece notes voters weary of Hayes era and hints at dissatisfaction with President Grant’s rivals, arguing for renewed leadership despite mixed public opinion.
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