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Newspaper

Corydon Democrat

Location

Corydon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1900

Page

4

Editor and Proprietors Enter Tax Terms at Corydon

The notice lists Corydon Indiana editors and proprietors with post office entry as second class matter in the Democrat Building. It states subscription terms: one year in advance priced at 1.00 pounds with 1 shilling? per the archival phrasing.

Corydon Ind Tanesville Franklin Township Harrison County Indiana Board of Commissioners Lanesville Theodore Elbers

Debates on U S Colonial Policy and Imperialism

The article quotes Gov. Boutwell and others arguing against imperialism, warning that annexation of overseas populations risks undermining republican values. It critiques expansion, currency plans, and taxation while urging limits on statehood for new territories.

Gurs Again Interview Clarifies Democratic Stance

Dourke Cochran told a New York interviewer last week that he is a plain Democrat and not aligned with any faction. He rejected labels such as gold or silver Democrat and denied involvement in plots to aid or thwart Democratic politicians.

Dourke Cochran New York Tan Net

Liberty and Constitution Subordinated to the Dollar

The Corydon Republican laments that Americans claim Filipinos can govern themselves but the Aunties oppose their best government. The piece cites King George III and colonial arguments, compares to South Africa, and warns that liberty is sacrificed to money, condemning what it calls later-day Republicanism.

George III England America South Africa France Lafayette Spain Philippines Republican Party

Reason for Gage’s favoritism toward Standard Oil Bank

Secretary Gage explains why the Standard Oil Bank of New York received heavy Treasury support. A Congressional inquiry response links payments to a four year old campaign debt. A 1807 bank letter hints at strong political influence via directors and past electoral favors.

Gage Standard Oil Bank of New York Treasury Standard Oil New York City John G. Carlisle Cleveland

First Pullman Wage Cut Amid Consolidation Critique

The article argues for a 10 percent wage reduction for Pullman sleeping-car conductors following consolidation of Pullman and Wagner. It condemns trusts controlling banking and oil interests, alleges political figures are influenced by these powers, and cites Beveridge’s view on Filipino fitness for freedom as a broader critique of power and manipulation.

Pullman Wagner

Cold Arithmetic Refutes County Prosperity Claim

The Corydon Republican cites delinquent tax data showing 1896 and 1900 totals for the county, with 1896 at 25,930.42 and 1900 at 19,444.60, arguing prosperity is misread. The piece warns rising delinquency signals increasing fiscal strain, mortgage growth, and a shift toward tenancy if trends continue.

Corydon Self

Women and Kidney Trouble Affects All Sufferers

The ad notes kidney and bladder issues harm both women and men causing mind dullness mood and diminished vigor. It promotes Swamp Root by Dr Kilmer as a remedy available in bottles with a mail sample and pamphlet from Binghamton New York.

Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton, N. Y

Ashton Defends Truthful Record Against Republican Attacks

The Corydon Democratic editor accuses J T Ashton of misrepresentation over a race withdrawal. Ashton replies his withdrawal stemmed from business pressure at his saw mill preventing full county canvassing and defends his honesty against what he calls deceptive Republican tactics.

Little the Corydon Republican J.T. Ashton Clerk Ashton

The He Trust and the Railroad Consolidation

The largest railroad trust proposed is being organized and would unite all railways from Chicago to the seaboard. The consolidation would give a single power to control the entire industry, forcing a national choice to determine whether people control the railroads or the railroads control them.

Chicago Seaboard

Gold as World Currency Triggers Market Instability

The piece argues that gold as universal money would destabilize markets during wars or rumors abroad. It asserts US markets should not bear global conflicts like Greece and Switzerland when domestic troubles already exist.

Greece Switzerland

A Hamilton Man Praises Chamberlain Pain Balm

Wesley Nelson of Hamilton Georgia recalls hobb ling into Blackmon's drug store and being urged to try Chamberlain s Pain Balm for rheumatism He says after one week of use he was cured and has not suffered rheumatism since The remedy is sold by E S Crosier druggist February

E. S. Crosier, Drugvist

Election of Trustees at New Amsterdam Lodge 629

New Amsterdam Lodge No 629 J O O F will elect two trustees on the evening of February 10 1900. Jan 31 21 Joan J Morens Sec.

New Amsterdam Lodge Joan J. Morens

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