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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1918
Page
2
A guidance piece compares fertilizers to a strong horse team, arguing profits rise when conditions are near perfect. It stresses soil preparation, drainage, lime use, seed handling, pest control, and adequate fertilizer quantity and quality. Top-dress winter wheat with fertilizer for best returns this year.
The article argues that stable manure can yield 50 to 100 percent more crop value with simple steps. It cites Canadian, Pennsylvania, and Ohio experiments showing direct field spreading, higher application rates, and adding phosphoric acid to boost effectiveness. It also notes manure is weaker in phosphorus and should be complemented with visible fertilizer for a quicker spring start.
The article urges readers to place farm supply orders early to help railroads with scarce cars. It explains rail cars cannot be replenished quickly and asks dealers to hold or combine shipments to maximize one car’s workload, aiding delivery and government needs.
The Bureau of Crop Estimates reports a four percent rise in fall sown wheat area from 1916, but much is in poor condition and below decade averages. To save the 1918 bread grain, top-dressing with fertilizer or manure is urged, with timing critical in spring for best results.
Government embargoes on Florida phosphate rock shipments in December 1917 threaten fertilizer factory closures and reduced farm yields. The piece urges immediate action: order spring supplies, unload cars promptly, and encourage cooperation to ease freight congestion and support war food production.
Miss Mollie Keller, organist, aided by Mrs George W Applegate, presented a concert at the Christian church last Sunday. Despite cold weather the auditorium filled with praise for skilled performers. a free will offering of 23.80 was donated to the Armendiak Relief Fund. The program included Mozart, Dvorak, Liszt, Boccherini, Verdi, and others. J L Rowe and Sons advertise wood and iron beds from 38.50.
Corrections to the annual report for Spencer township update several disbursements. Hobart Loudon for teaching should be 28 to L E Flanigan in Tuition Fund. William E Leffler was in Road Fund. F O Kennett freight belongs in Special School Fund at 4.57. William H Conrad 10.15 in Special School Fund for Director's services. Baby walkers noted by ad line.
Eimery Brown trustee of Boone township issues a correction to the annual report carried in the Republican on January 17 1918. The Tuition Fund total receipts should read 8260.28 dollars instead of 1056.44 dollars as published.
Holstein bull born January 11 1918 described as three fourths black with strong herd background. Dam traces to Dekel foundation cow. sire lineage reaches the World Champion Colontha ith Johanna noted for 1247.82 lbs butter in 865 days. Will be registered in buyer’s name and priced right.
Dr. Amzi Weaver, medical member of the local conscription board, has been examining Harrison county registrants under War Department rules. By Monday, 97 men were checked. 31 accepted for general service, 16 for limited service, 37 unfit, and 13 sent to the Medical Advisory Board. Remaining 35 percent expected to be called February 23, with two more men from the county to be selected.
A team belonging to farmer John Seipel of Webster township ran away near Corydon leaving one horse fatally injured. Dr. Amy euthanized the animal at the owner’s request after the sleigh overturned and riders were thrown. Seipel and neighbor Oscar Luther escaped serious harm. a barbed wire cut Seipel’s coat. Wanted two foot wood cards by V Shues Corydon.
Scott township men Curtis and Brandenburg caught a drifting barge on the Ohio River Sunday and secured it with a 400 foot chain to trees at Bott es Landing four miles above Leavenworth. The barge holds valuable digger machinery valued around 1000 dollars. owners sought. Also notice selling cotton seed meal and tankage at close prices by W H Bulliett & Sons.
The itemized notices report the deaths of Charles Mousty from Berncer township at Jedison In supe Hospital, William Jacobs of Heth township, and Mrs. Lucy M. Bartley widow of Samuel D. Bartley. Curhee retners Co of Rochester NY closed a nine acre cannery site deal here. Sal Vet offers horse and stock care.
Notable national voices will speak at Corydon's War Conference in the public school auditorium tomorrow afternoon and evening. Citizens are urged to attend and fill the auditorium.
Edward Davis as administrator of the state of Anderson Davis deceased has filed his accounts for final settlement in Harrison Circuit Court. The hearing is set for February 23, 1918, to review accounts and vouchers and all heirs or interested parties must appear to show cause if any. Kirkham & O’Neill, Attorneys.
Primary Election set for Tuesday May 7 1918. Voters select party nominees for local and county offices with campaigns active across precincts. Ballots list candidates for mayor, council, and other municipal posts. Polling places and hours vary by district.
Ozro J. D. Byrne seeks the Democratic nomination for the Harrion County Treasurer post subject to party action. The filing indicates a county party process to determine the nominee.
Oswell Martin enters the Democratic primary race for Recorder of Harrisons County Indiana subject to the party’s action. The race centers on party backing and county nominating procedures.
Clinton Fink seeks the Democratic nomination for Trustee in Posey township subject to party action. Ed C Sappenfield aims for Trustee in Jackson township under Democratic process. John Meurer runs for Trustee in Franklin township pending party action.
Local seller offers brick, frame timber, siding, roofing, doors, and windows from recently purchased county demolition in Corydon. Items available from a 24 ft lot, address listed as Cc. L Dick. Call for price and pickup details.
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