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Corydon Democrat

Location

Corydon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1904

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Harrison County Farmers Institutes Crandall Program

Crandall January 13 1905 agenda for Harrison County Farmers Institutes outlines morning music opening remarks seed corn discussions by J W Cooperider Scottsburg Indiana noon and 1 30 pm farm poultry business methods and evening session farmer's federation by J W Cooperider with Miss Lindley leading woman’s influence and resolutions adjournment

J. W. Cooperier Scottsburg Ind Miss Lindley Salem J. W. Cooperider Fredcom Whrimmer R. BR Corydon

Farmers' Institutes Schedule Attracts State Support

Program outlines morning invocations and noon discussions on poultry and education for farmers' sons and daughters. Maj. J S Pfrimmer aids sessions. events run at state expense with invited ladies, promising practical instruction and rewards for attendees. Chairs T W Burton and Henry Wright announce details.

Maj. J. S. Pfrimmer

Hog buyers announce weekly payments by Louisville market

Elmer Davis offers to pay within forty cents of the Louisville market for hogs every Monday morning. Call and settle accounts by cash or note on or before January 1 as we aim to clear all balances. VY. H. BULLEIT & SON.

Elmer Davis Louisville VY. H. Bulleit & Son

Fruit as Medicine for Better Health at Breakfast

A Indiana Farmer excerpt argues fruit improves health and reduces medicine use. Eating fruit on an empty stomach in the morning refreshes the digestive system and can replace ham eggs or bacon at breakfast. Fresh grapes peaches or apples are recommended with prunes as a backup, promising brighter energy and better complexions for women.

Indiana

Heirs Lose Bid to Deplete Widow’s Trust Funds

In Indianapotis on December 15 Judge Allen ruled in favor of Mrs Mary Harrison McKee and Russell B Harrison against Mrs Mary Lord Harrison widow of the deceased president. They argued the widow’s trust fund was worth more than $125 080 and that the trustee should shrink it to meet the will. The decision ends their challenge to the fund’s size and its impact on the residuary estate.

Indianapotis Russell B. Harrison Mary Harrison McKee Mary Lord Harrison Allen Circuit Court Russell Harrison Mrs. McKee

A Fearful Fate and Piles Cure Testimonial

A Masonville man named Harry Colson extols Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best cure for piles including blind, bleeding, itching and protruding cases. He also notes its effectiveness for cuts burns and injuries. Sold at L A Riely Son’s druggists for 25 cents. Santa Claus.

Harry Colson Masonville L. A. Riely & Son

Two Big Bargains in Corydon Property

Six room dwelling on West Mall Street with stable cistern and outbuildings. Good size lot with alleys on two sides. House and other buildings in good condition. Price 1250 dollars if sold quickly.

West Mall Street

Bargain House on Maple Street Listed for 600 Dollars

One story dwelling on Maple Street with three rooms and a summer kitchen. Cistern and outbuildings included. In old repair but suitable for a small family. Price 600 dollars with easy payment.

Maple Street

Bear Tracks Reported in Harrison County Cave Near Corydon

In King's Cave on the Charles Erstine farm near Corydon, bear tracks have been found in a cave. Locals dispute the age of the prints, with some believing they are recent and others 20 to 40 years old. Discoverers Robert Allen and C. W. Scott plan a broader search with others vouching for the findings.

Corydon King's Cave Charles Erstine Robert Allen C. W. Scott Robert Walter Roscoe Alien Charles Ed. Bratine Otto Stark C. W. and R. W. Scott G. B. Goss

Supreme Court Invalidates Bulk Stock Sale Law

The Supreme Court ruled last Friday that the legislature’s law restricting bulk merchandise sales without creditor notice is unconstitutional. It favored two creditor classes, creating an unconstitutional class legislation violation under both state and federal constitutions.

Supreme Court

Resignation Notice From Local Salesman Isaac Lahue

The undersigned resigns from W. H. Bullett & Son as salesman after ten years of service. He thanks the public for loyal support and friendship, signed Isaac B Lahue, LAHUE.

W. H. Bullett & Son Isaac Lahue

Ex-Congressman Taylor Fined $50 in Pike Circuit Court

In Pike circuit court last Friday ex-Congressman Taylor was fined $50 for assaulting H. T. Dillon, another Petersburg attorney, during an embezzlement trial held days earlier. Taylor previously appeared in Harrison court in September for the divorce case Harris vs Harris.

Pike Taylor H. T. Dillon Petersburg Harrison Circuit Harris

Bridgeport News Notes and Local Freshments

Bridgeport sees a river rise of a few inches and a plain drive to New Albany. Local residents report tobacco worth 3700 grown by Fred Lear and visitors include Lawrence Stoy from Nebraska and Mr. Jefferies of Kentucky. George Fulner orders a hundred handmade barrels.

New Albany Fred Lear Lawrence Stoy Nebraska Dan

New Amsterdam Notes and Court Officers

Holiday returns from Riverview and Fall Cities as the river rises slowly. A Christmas Eve U B church event invites all. Mrs Needy from Louisville attends a funeral for her sister Mrs Mathews. Hallie Mathews returns from Philadelphia to be with her mother. New Amsterdam Court No 254 elected officers led by George Dawson and J C Frank with several other officers.

U. B Mrs. Needy Louisville H. Mathews Hallie Mathews Philadelphia New Amsterdam Court George Dawson J. C. Frank Gertrude Hottell Jesse Redden D. S. Stoker John Stoker George Lone Geo Bandy Henry McAdams

Gresham Camp 3270 elects officers on 10th inst

Cory don M W A election lists new officers for Gresham Camp No 3270 with W C W Nye W A W H Reese BE B E S Buileit Clerk E H Breeden Escort P E Loitch Watchman James Brandenburg Sentry A L Reese Physician Z C Wolfe Manager H W Denbo Organist John Shuck Also notes Gibson books at Rielys drug store

Gresham Corydon W.C W. 5. Nye W. A W. H. Reese BE. B E. S. Buileit E. H. Breeden P. E. Loitch James Brandenburg A. L. Reese Z. C. Wolfe H. W. Denbo John Shuck

Nearly Sixty Years in the Ministry

The Rev. Dr. Thomas G. Beharrell, one of Indiana's oldest Methodist ministers, celebrates his eightieth birthday. Daughters arrange a reunion at Mrs. George Ridley's home on Beharrell avenue from 2 to 6 p.m. today. He has served in ministry since the early 1800s and remains a sought pulpit orator in New Albany and nearby areas.

Thomas G. Beharrell Indiana George Ridley Charles Ridley Thomas Applegate Mat Hickey Beharrell Avenue Beharrell Methodist Church New Albany N. A. Ledger

Moberly Notes and Local Social Items

Our snow in full blast and Upworth League gatherings resume Sundays. Albert White visited home folks. John K. Welker was in the vicinity. Mrs. Rev. W. G. Morgan improves after illness while Rev. W. G. Morgan conducts meetings at Thompson's Chapel. Miss Ruth Smoots visits Miss Abbie Loudon. Miss Sallie Shuck from Valley City visits sister Mrs. Ed Watson.

Upworth League Albert White W. G. Morgan Ruth Smoots Abbie Loudon Sallie Shuck Valley City Mrs Ed Watson

Har rison County Agricultural Society Holds Meeting

The Harrison County Agricultural Society officers and directors met at the courthouse last Saturday afternoon. A motion passed to reissue and cancel outstanding stock. Premiums remain 8200 and races get 1240. Premium list publication to be set by the executive committee. Fall fair time fixed for the last week of August 1905.

Harrison County Agricultural Society Court House Executive Committee

House Burns in Seow Township Destroys Amy Family Dwelling

Last Friday the home of Jonh Amy in Seow Township burned down with all contents. The family was visiting a neighbor when the fire started, likely from a stove pipe. No insurance, loss hits a poor family hard. storm gear advertised by Vey Buller & Son.

Jonh Amy Seow Tp Amy

Anti Cigarette Movement Promotes Youth Smoking Laws

The article notes church leaders condemning cigarette use among boys and plans three more Sunday services. It cites Indiana law banning sales to minors 16 and under with fines from ten to fifty dollars and possible jail time for violations, enforcing by the Prosecuting Attorney.

The Christian Church Black Indiana

Indiana Legislature Occupations Directory Shows Many Lawyers

A directory of the Indiana Legislature lists occupation backgrounds for members elected. It notes fifty three lawyers, with thirty two in the Senate and twenty one in the House. Other trades include farmers merchants bankers physicians editors oil producers and more across both chambers.

Indiana Senate House

Xmas Presents From Denbo and Kepner Store

A historic ad lists housewares and furniture such as folding beds chairs tables dressers and sewing machines offered as Christmas presents. The notice invites customers to visit the store before choosing gifts citing a wide range of styles and colors in stock.

DENBO Kepner

Also Mentioned on This Page

Harrison County Farmers’ Institutes Crandall Depauw Purdue University T. W. Burton Henry Wright Riely Atore Santa Claus Corydon Property BEARS Harrison CO King’s Cave Ohio W.H. Bullett & Son Violetta Bridgeport Bonn Carter Mr. Jefferies Kentucky Jack Buckles George Fulner Cora Farn John McCollms Plain J.T. Farnsley and B. Fright Charles Shoemaker Chas. Cunningham Place City Henry Mittler Georgetown Flood County Bridgeport U. B Danner Elizabeth Work New Amsterdam Katie Johnson J. L. Jones Riverview C. M. Kendle Moberly S. F. Pitman John K. Welker Thompson’s Chapel Vey Bullerr & Son
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