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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1910
Page
1
The note thanks patrons for their patronage and acknowledges help in achieving an enormous year of business. It expresses gratitude as the year closes and extends appreciation to those who supported the enterprise.
On Christmas day Miss Eliza A McKim daughter of Nevada IH W McKim of Central wed Charles H Sims son of James H Sims of Breckenridge at the bride’s parents home. Rev McKim ordained the ceremony, guests shared a meal, music and social chatter followed, with several presents for the bride and wishes for a long happy life.
Excelsior Camp No 2553 Royal Neighbors of Lanesville elected officers including Oracle Mrs Emma LeMay and Vice Oracle Miss Fannie Barks. Recorder Miss Lottie Ham Reclever Mrs Nannie Thomas Chancellor Miss Annie Barks Marshall Miss Ruth Thomas Inner Sentinel Mrs Mary Meurer Outer Sentinel Mr John Ham with managers Mrs Eva Wolfe Mr Joe Thomas Mrs Agnes Greene and Physician Dr F E Wolfe.
Christmas services at Mt Solomon Lutheran Church drew a large congregation for an excellent program of songs and recitations. The two trees were beautifully decorated and the exercises were well received. Both old and young left content after a profitable hour and a half, with the offering designated for synodical purposes. The event was regarded as the best Xmas services yet held at the old church. Take your coin to the Elevator and have it crushed cob and all for your stock.
Henry Ault, a Jefferson township farmer, injured when his wagon spooked by an auto overturned and broke his nose. In Petersburg the auto driven by Peter Catt's son, owner of a local garage, led to a settlement with ex county treasurer N. W. Jackson and Deputy Sheriff Thomas Harris. They agreed on 80 dollars to mend the nose and Catt paid.
John Mauck two miles east of Corydon found a three foot black snake in the snow on his way to town last Monday. He captured it alive and brought it to Corydon where Chaski and Rupp handled the reptile. Rupp recalled a tale of a white snake found inside a hollow tree after it shed its dark coat weeks after entering the tree.
Dr Tait of Corydon will give Friday evening talk in the M N church titled Love Courtship and Marriage. The lecture invites all to attend and bring a partner.
Ada Patterson chronicles Sara Curry known as The Little Missionary of the West Side. The piece traces her rise from factory child to beacon of aid in New York City s East Side, guiding the poor toward hope and cleaner lives despite poverty and discouragement.
All parties owing is accounts are requested to call on or be fore Jan 1st and make settlement with YV H Bulleit & Sons.
Gro. W. Denbo argues the November 8 election gives Democrats power in Congress and in many states. He urges prudent, economical administration, anti graft measures, and reduced salaries to lower taxes, urging accountability for public servants and a tighter county township system.
The Tribe of Ben Hur at Mauchport Court No 256 elected officers for installation the second Thursday in January 1911. Elected were Chief A M Shireman Judge Eva B Willis Teacher Nola Love Scribe Frank W Shireman Keeper of Tribute Harry L Cooper Keeper of Inner Gate Andrew Bruce Keeper of Outer Gate Jessie Wiseman Captain Essa Richard Guide Lester Singleton.
The Kentucky Independent Association gathering at the Galt House in Louisville drew delegates from Harrison County including J W Dellinger J Schneider W P Richert J Farnsley and J J Gleitz C B Anderson. Prizes raffled by telephone supply houses awarded twelve to Indiana men with Jacob Schneider among winners.
The article reflects on the close of 1910 and the coming of 1911 with optimism. It notes a peaceful year, continued progress in public and private life, and a hope for universal prosperity under enlightened principles and education. Signed by George H. Maver.
Farmers in Harrison County are urged to attend the upcoming institutes in the last week of January. Bradford January 23 Moberly January 24 Central January 28 Lanesville January 26 Corydon January 27 and 28 instructors are Prof. A. P. Burnside and Mrs. Clara D. Carter both experts in their fields. County officials urge every farmer and family to participate and to watch county papers for programs. J W Lyskowys County Chairman Co W Tuomas Secretary.
Marriage license notices show Charlies RB Shutt marrying Emma Lena Hendricks and Charles H Sims wedding Eliza A McKim. Other pairs include Jacob H Becker with Lillie C Richert and Lawrence H Mettling with Ethel I Conner. Davis Cut Ret X Drug Store reference appears in a local note.
The Democrat reports adding more than twenty new subscribers in the past week, reaching over 3200 total with three days left in the year. Names listed include Wm Hershman Brunswick Mo, W H Miller Louisville Ky, Perry Fravel Corydon Ind, and several others across Indiana Kentucky and Oregon.
Christmas program s by U B church and services at Presbyterian Methodist and Christian Sunday schools in Corydon feature songs recitations and musical numbers. Children received treats and gifts with Santa Claus, a stereoptical show, and a charity barrel for the County Poor Asylum.
A series of evangelistic services will begin next Monday evening at the Presbyterian church. Rev. W. W. Tait D D will lead with sermons titled The Gospel in the Temple and will illustrate with a model of Solomon's Temple erected before the audience. The community anticipates keen interest in the meetings.
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