27 Dec 1922
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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1922
Page
1
Indiana figures meet in Washington including Governor Warren McCray and Captain Stockslaver while visiting the Interior Department and Capitol. The narrative covers friendships, career roles, and a side trip to Valley Forge with reflections on Washington's modernization and historic sites.
Retiring from the office of Sheriff on January 1st, I thank the people of Harrison County for the honor of being elected. Wishing all a prosperous and happy New Year.
A sum of cash was found last Saturday in Corydon by Edmund Berkshire of Blue River township and left at this office for the owner to claim with a description. The newspaper invites readers to check the Star for a chance at a great automobile bargain.
The writer recalls Valley Forge and the Mount Joy summit with views of the valley and the distant British camp near Philadelphia. Nearby King of Prussia is noted for its 215 year old hotel as part of a pleasure trip itinerary and reflections on early American government and forefathers.
The Corydon Democrat marks sixteen years under editor and publisher, outlining plans for a strong seventeenth year. The piece reflects on past struggles and successes, honors former owners, and calls for civic unity and cooperative effort across Harrison county while preserving Democratic alignment.
The issue notes space constraints prevented publishing multiple Christmas programs from local churches and school choir events plus other regional items. Readers are informed items like South Boone and Ramsey news, Farmers Short Courses at Purdue, and a local talk by Mrs. Charles H. Kintner were left out due to lack of space.
The Presbyterian Sunday School staged a Christmas program on December 24 with two songs by the Intermediate boys, recitations by Primary children, and solo by Master William Doolittle. Tableau scenes of the nativity were read by Judge Wilson with preludes by Jas. B. Brewster, Louise Bottorff, and Mrs. Carl Doolittle.
Oak Grove Sunday School held a re organization on December 24 1922 electing officers for 1923 Superintendent Lawrence Heishman Assistant Bapt. Marry Markel Secretary Isomer Barrow Treasurer Lawrence Hershman Pianist Fern Grable Assistant Pianist Margaret Barrow Librarians and appointing class teachers including Stella Luther Fern Grable Sunnie Blake and Harry Markel for various class numbers The supervisor Lawrence Heishman extends best wishes for a better year and a happy New Year.
Miss Rachel J. Able and Denzil Johns were married on Christmas evening at Henry Able’s residence with Rev. J G Moore officiating. They will live in Fort Wayne where Johns works as a railroad machinist. Mrs K K Rothrock and her children visit the Davises for Christmas vacation.
Ginkins offers clean Indiana lump coal delivered for 7.50 and 7.00 out yard. Eastern and Western Kentucky big lump coal priced at 9.00. Visit to purchase. D-27-2-w.
Mrs Ella Carroll died at home 1422 East Elim street New Albany Tuesday December 19 from pernicious anaemia She spent years in this county and lived with daughter Miss L Grace Carroll in New Albany The funeral was at Union Chapel Boone township conducted by Rev H G Connolly burial in Union Chapel cemetery She leaves one daughter one sister and two brothers in the county Age fifty eight years ten months and one day She was a devoted Christian and beloved neighbor
Rev. B W Bowman aged 67 died December 5 1922 in Kansas City Missouri after a long illness and recent strokes. Born October 31 1855 he served as pastor in Holt county Missouri New Middletown Pfrimmer's Chapel Indiana and Illinois where he was Presiding Elder before retiring to Adair Illinois. He leaves a daughter Mrs W L Woodyard Emmett Bowman a grandchild and siblings in Missouri Indiana and Corydon. His funeral was at First United Brethren Church in Kansas City and burial at Mt Washington Cemetery.
Frank E. Drepsey found a pocketbook with money on a Corydon street last Saturday. The owner may claim it by proving ownership to Mr. Dropsey.
The editor pledges to promote public interests and asks townspeople to unite for worthwhile efforts. The message expresses gratitude for readers and business support and extends wishes for a prosperous New Year.
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