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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1900
Page
4
Editors and proprietors list appears with postal classification and office address in Corydon Indiana. Terms stated: one year in advance price one dollar in currency and one dollar fifteen cents additional.
A compact summary touches on a partisan tone with mentions of the 1902 campaign, pension appropriations, the Philippines war, vote buyer penalties, the Chinese question, a river and harbor bill exceeding 10 million, and a Scott County Journal issue noting population and county seat Scottsburg. It also notes Mark Hanna’s early speeches defending a syndicate subsidy and critiques of a New Jersey campaign speech.
A harsh, clipped critique denounces government contractors and grafters as ruling for four more years. It blasts Indiana school policy revisions, state education board changes, and a defeated Bramwell civil service bill. It warns veterans to back the Republican ticket as the old soldier is cast aside.
Senate Military Affairs committee reported an Army Reorganization Bill nearly substituting the House version. It authorizes up to 100000 soldiers including a Porto Rican regiment and Filipino units not to exceed 12000. Cavalry twelve regiments, artillery twelve, infantry thirty. Enlistment four years with two year in line after.
Ex-President Harrison addresses the Students' Lecture Association of Michigan University reaffirming that Porto Rican tariff is a departure from right principles. He argues that inhabitants of the insular territories are U.S. citizens and that constitutional taxation provisions apply to these territories.
The author denounces calls for party reorganization as a betrayal of honesty and principle. They argue it is better to lose with integrity than win by expediency, criticizing old leaders who sacrificed ethics for political gain and urging Democrats to prioritize principled stands over office and spoils.
A renewed belief grows that the Republican party seeks a pretext to annex Cuba and force policy toward provoking Cuba. Critics warn of imperialism and compare it to broken promises to the Philippines, signaling deep political unease.
The total national vote rose by 29,844 over four years. McKinley gained 112,371 and Bryan 68,565. Ten other candidates collectively lost 151,092, showing minor parties gradually being absorbed by the two major parties.
The writer argues for subsidies on every 100 bushels of corn or wheat grown under the American flag to aid farmers and increase money in circulation.
The data shows McKinley at 51.72 percent of the national vote, Bryan with 45.54 percent, and the remaining 2.74 percent split among seven other presidential candidates from the last election.
A terse statement questions the Republican party vendetta against fair elections and accuses the party of seeking to buy votes. The claim frames vote buying as a threat to electoral integrity.
The following names have subscribed or paid subscriptions since the last report. W A Turley Breckenridge Ed H Richert Ulan Dr I L Neely Corydon D H Rowe Iris Frank Vogal New Middletown I H Mauck Dixie Floyd L Davis Ramsey Treasy Nolot Hancock David Wells Elizabeth Eugene Troncin Sunshine F W Fleshman Elizabeth J J Bulleit Corydon Ed S Bulleit Gotlieb Meith Jesse Bringle Mt Ayer Ind Chas Walters Corydon Elbert Murr Moberly Joseph H Haun Hill Grove John Faith Crisp X Roads Geo Haub New Salisbury Fred Zollman Lanesville Theodore Stilger Corydon Preston McGrain Chicago.
A historic claim extols Boschee's German Syrup by Dr A Boschee as a leading cure for coughs colds and lung troubles. The advertisement asserts decades of use two million bottles sold annually and nationwide presence since 1808 with a price of 75 cents per bottle and a call to consult Green's Prize Almanac.
The undersigned trustee of Harrison township Harrison county Indiana will be at his office in the Gwartney building one door north of The Democrat office on Fridays and Saturdays each week to transact township business Wa Hauswap Trustee nov21 2m
The advertisement proclaims Scott's Emulsion as a world leading product with millions yearly in sales. It credits Cod Liver Oil and Hypophosphites for health benefits, claiming strong lungs and healthier children, and offers a free sample plus price of 1.90 at druggists. It lists Scott & Browne as New York chemists at Pearl Street.
Mrs. Mary H Barrow died December 31 1900 in Jackson township aged 57 2 27 after a life of exactness and devotion She was born in Floyd County September 24 1843 wife of Strother Barrow mother of six and Lutheran church member Funeral services were held at her home by Rev Pearch and she rests at Mt Solomon burying ground The family expresses grief and gratitude for her life and memory
A long record of transfers shows Annie C. Swan selling 20 acres to Wm. H. Kinkelaker Jr. for 50 dollars and Michael C. Kirkham selling 42 acres for 265 dollars. Numerous other deeds specify acres and prices, with names such as Catharine Jacobi, Philip Jacobi, Silas Crayden, and Riley Spencer among many others in Corydon and nearby areas. The list also notes transfers involving John Zollman, Elbridge G. Briscoe, and former President Martin Van Buren in the chain of title entries.
The dealer J. B. Prrismer of Breckenridge Indiana advertises a sale of poultry before Jan 20 1901. Orders for five or more units are 50 cents each while stock lasts. A breeding pen with one cockerel and four pullets is offered at 250 dollars. Delivery possible at Corydon Indiana.
Henry W. Baker of Corydon Indiana seeks all kinds of timber delivered to his mill yard. Highest market price offered. For details call Morris Hotel office. Entry dated September 2.
Claims that Dyspepsia and Liver Complaint afflict over 75 percent of Americans and list symptoms such as sour stomach heartburn and coated tongue. Promotes August Flower at 75 cents with two doses claimed to relieve. Advises picking Green's Prize Almanac. December 19.
The trustee of Taylor township designates Thursday each week as an office day for township business and states the trustee can be found at the office to transact township matters. Austin McCautney.
Notice that William M Taylor trustee of Washington Township will hold weekly meetings at his office and home on Mondays to transact township business.
The undersigned trustee of Scott township designates Monday of each week for all township business to be transacted. Wa. Bennett, Trustee, dec5-4w White Cloud.
Advertising jingle claims the cough stops and the cold clears in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It asserts no cure no pay and lists a price of 25 cents.
The Harrison county Board of Commissioners invites sealed bids by December 26 1900 at 1 30 p m for record books blank and stationery for 1901. Bids filed with the county Auditor. bonds of 1000 dollars required. contracts awarded per class.
Promotes a local event inviting readers to join the Hawks for a socially uplifting gathering on January 11 with an upbeat, communal tone.
By decree of Harrison Circuit Court Philip E. Lotich will auction the real estate of Andrew J. Stover in Harrison County Indiana. The sale runs 10 am to 4 pm at Corydon Court House with rents and profits offered first for up to seven years and if not enough proceeds then the fee simple title will be offered.
Harrison County Indiana coroner W S Nye reports Adron True died December 4 1900 from two stab wounds in Morgan Township. Wounds inflicted November 17 1900 by Curtis Mosier with a sharp instrument. Deceased was 17, 5 8, about 145 pounds, light complexion.
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