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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1919
Page
3
A quotation asserts belief in the United States as a government of the people with powers derived from consent, a republic uniting sovereign states, and a duty to love, obey laws, respect the flag, and defend the nation against enemies. It highlights freedom, equality, justice, and patriot sacrifice guiding national principles.
Knight and Eve retire from county offices today. Knight served four years as Treasurer after winning elections in 1916 and 1918. Eve served three years as County Commissioner. William Taylor to succeed Knight. Eve’s seat remains with election outcomes noted. The Democrat marks thirteen years of editorial service, noting changes, community ties, and New Year wishes.
In this issue the Democrat publishes the formal announcement of John W. Ewing of New Albany as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for Congress. Ewing, born in Perry County, practiced law in Cannelton, served twice as Prosecuting Attorney, and held a circuit judge position. He is described as a longtime Democrat with strong party service and friends ready to back his bid across ten counties.
Mr and Mrs Wm Voelker hosted a Saturday December 20 reception in their honor. Attendees included numerous Voelker and Richert family members and friends. Refreshments, music, games, and a convivial farewell followed, with wishes for a long, happy life.
Fur trade in Corydon draws interest beyond the county as Floyd county men brought in wild animal skins last Saturday and sold about five hundred dollars worth to visiting fur dealers. John Krause north of town bought skins including 45 opossum for 75 dollars and about twenty five skunk hides plus a fox and two coon skins totaling roughly 900 dollars.
For sale a 3 4 size satin finish brass bedstead and a hardwood bedstead with rugs. Contact Eureka 2 338. n26 tf.
Second Notice promotes a year of stories in Youth's Companion with 250 chapters and new subscribers receive 352 issues in 1926 plus the Companion Home Calendar. The offer combines Youth's Companion and McCall's Magazine for $2.95 and lists Commonwealth Ave Boston address for subscriptions.
Joseph TF Peller and Edward Windell selected jurors for the January term. The Grand Jury and various Township members are named, with a banquet to follow and notes on local civic activities and a stateNormal affiliation.
Harrison County Telephone Co. will elect officers at Crandall on Saturday January 3 1920. All stockholders are requested to be present. M R Foster of New Middletown, who has sold Delco Lighting Systems and recently with Gwin Motor Sales, has Harrison county again in his territory. Watch for his ads in the Democrat.
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