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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1915
Page
3
Holiday jingles highlight useful and practical gifts available at C P Trotter and Co. The notice advertises seasonal items, inviting shoppers to browse a curated selection of affordable presents.
Christmas shopping ideas on the second floor offer coatsuits cloaks serge dresses queen skirts fur sets kimonos house dresses dressing lacques knit skirts bungalow aprons blankets as sensible useful presents.
New stock includes Silk Crepe and Cotton Crepe muslins with corset covers petticoats gowns and accessories. Colors white flesh pink and blue with prices around one dollar to three fifty. Also floral crepes flannelette kimonos knitted bedroom slippers bath towels wash cloths and art linens with flosses offered.
Alver G. Ward's grocery stock and his store in a building owned by W J. and F A. Bullett was ruined by a Thursday morning fire. The blaze started around five o'clock and was controlled by firefighters after water was directed into the building. Ward carried 2600 dollars in stock insurance and believed his goods totaled about 3000 dollars. Entry and possible arson are suspected as the few remaining cash in the drawer Wednesday night was missing.
James Rippy died Saturday December 11 at his Palmyra home after a long illness. He was 78 and survived by seven sons and a daughter. Funeral services were held Monday the 13th at the U B Church in Palmyra, conducted by Rev. J. M. Hedge. Remains laid beside his wife at Lick Branch cemetery. Another car of E Z Bake arrived at the Elevator Monday.
The December term includes road petitions with viewers named for Kinzer and Wright matter. damages remonstrances rejected as late. Bridges contracted to Vincennes Bridge Co. for Tutten's Ford over Blue River at $8175. Warrant to be issued to transfer to school fund. printing awarded to Sentinel Printing Co. and Lew M. O Bannon. Superintendent authorized 120 day assistant. Virgie C. Deweese noted for clothing purchase.
Mrs Rebecca Hamilton wife of W W Hamilton died near Elizabeth on December 19 after a long illness and dropsy She was about 62 and survived by her husband six sons and two daughters The funeral was held at the Presbyterian church Elizabeth on December 21 with Rev Carson officiating Burial was in Elizabeth cemetery
A local retailer promotes a seasonal selection of Christmas footwear as a practical and memorable gift idea. The ad highlights diverse styles and suggests footwear as a meaningful present for the holiday.
Charles Gibson, brakeman on the Corydon Branch Railway, badly mashed and cut his right hand while coupling cars at Corydon Junction. A severed artery was controlled by a handkerchief, then he was moved to Corydon for initial care and later sent by car to St Joseph's Infirmary in Louisville for possible hand salvation.
Entry lists various name exchanges and relocations including John W. Askren to Ele Eckart Roy Crone to Jessie J Miller Lawrence A Shlater returning to Clara B Sims. Also notices Mr and Mrs Leo Hottie moving into the I B Lahue property at Oak and Cherry Streets.
Miss Jessie Miller wed Roy Crone at Zoar Church on December 19 1915 at 6 30 P M Rev M C Patterson officiated Little Lavannah Bence was ring bearer The bridal party included Miss Pearl Woertz Hazel Walker Jessie Walker with ushers and bridesmaids in blue pink and lavender messaline A greenery arch framed the ceremony Guests numbered 41 and attended a wedding supper at the Miller home The groom is the son of Mr and Mrs Clarence Crone and was described as popular The article notes numerous gifts and a pleasant reception
Mrs James A McRae of Los Angeles California is visiting relatives in Corydon arriving Sunday after a five day trip She plans to stay awhile and may be joined by Mr McRae and Mrs Elizabeth E Lemmon in the spring The couple moved from Corydon to Los Angeles about three and a half years ago A shipment of fine mixed feed millenna arrived at the Elevator.
Mrs Annie R Atwater International President of the Christian Woman's Board of Missions spoke in Corydon at the Christian church delivering forenoon and evening addresses. The C W B M day offering totaled 33 66. She highlighted missions in nine states and foreign fields noting home mission work against Negro and immigrant issues while urging domestic home making and prudent use of funds.
The Mauckport H. E. Study Club meets with Mrs. F. M. Hays on January 8 to discuss vegetables and miscellaneous topics. Members review last month’s work and present on various vegetable classes, cooking, canning, salads, diet, home gardening, and education supervision.
Grace Walker daughter of James Walker and Lovelli Wiseman son of George Wiseman were married at 3 pm in the Christian parsonage with Rev W H Storm officiating. Witnesses included relatives and friends. The couple will reside at the bride’s father home after a short wedding journey. A surprise shower by Mrs Storm's Sunday school class followed the ceremony.
Mrs John Afra, an aged resident of Edwardsville died Monday. Funeral services and burial were held yesterday. Survived by her husband and several children. She formerly resided in this county of Lanesville.
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