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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1902
Page
4
The Corydon Democrat editors and proprietors W Thomas and Chas Ellis state post office requirements and subscription terms. In advance prices listed: 61 year and 25 year out of county rates, with $1.15 annual rate in advance.
A dated note discusses Philippine Philippines citizenship under the Paris treaty and the status of American born Chinese. It mentions a February 20 tipping of the earth and a symbolic landing of Prince Henry in New York, signaling a vague royal acknowledgment.
The Commoner criticizes U S appointing envoys to King Elecard’s coronation as a sign of weak Americanism. It argues U S ambassadors should not bow to royalty and questions why Americans honor a throne that reflects hereditary privilege. It urges King Edward to acknowledge the filial admiration of America’s forebears.
The Salem Democrat outlines a busy platform accusing Republicans of corruption from the Merrimac purchase to Algerian beef poisonings. It cites ship subsidies and war records as targets while claiming Democrats will expose and stop frauds and misuses of power.
The Democrat offers an explanation for actions at the district meeting in New Albany. It asserts the county delegation did not reflect Judge Zenor or Harrison county Democracy. It blames two or three self-appointed critics for violating an agreement and harming Zenor and local honor.
The speaker argues that reciprocity with Cuba mirrors general reciprocity and will greatly benefit American farmers while slightly harming various trusts. Since trusts are vocal now, farmers will bear the cost in the form of protection delays, asking how they feel about waiting.
General Wheaton calls for 50,000 troops in the Philippines for five years while Governor Taft says 15,000 will soon suffice. President Schurman backs Filipino independence and Secretary Root drafts new measures to subdue the islands, illustrating a rare dispute among policy makers.
Gen Wheaton warns that any man who echoed President Schurman in the Philippines would face prison. The remark highlights perceived harshness of American rule in the islands and the reliance on military force to uphold it.
R G Dun Co reports 1901 cost of living up 40 percent from 1897. Latest census shows wages over the past decade down 74 percent. The piece asks what becomes of the Republican vaunted prosperity.
The report notes Denmark’s uncertainty about delivering island inhabitants to the United States and hints at selling terms. If a favorable price is obtained, Denmark may depart to manage the population, contrasting with ongoing efforts in the Philippines spanning over three years.
The trust companies of New York grew their resources by 22 percent during 1901. The era started positively for some individuals with gains in wealth, while farmers face questions about how much their resources increased.
A terse imperial pronouncement signals control over the Danish isles in the hemisphere. The wording echoes a well known Sewardian stance on expansion and fate of the regions.
A Massachusetts farmer reports cow peas double yield on worn or potato ground after four years’ experience. Early spring sowing allows two crops in a season, enriching soil with nitrogen. About 50 pounds of seed per acre. drill in rows 18 inches apart for seed crop, harvests for forage or seed, May 15 or later for planting.
The party attempted to elect a county chairman last Saturday but failed due to a lack of quorum. An outsider was named as a point of contest, and the move was sustained. Grannie urges another try, as up to seven delegates may attend the next meeting.
The Outsiders defeated the Republican ring last Saturday in a lively event that drew crowd interest and onlookers who enjoyed the spectacle.
George K. Gwartney is a candidate for Congress announced by Ned, indicating a bid in the federal race. Details on district or party not provided in the fragment.
Republicans in the county balk at a family controlled party leadership. Last Saturday cousins Tomie Jones and relatives gathered at Grannie's office to elect a county chairman, but only 13 of 30 delegates responded, quorum failed, and the meeting adjourned without an election. The open critique argues voting for one family dominates the party and urges a fresh effort.
Mauckport residents report visitors from Louisville and New Middletown as winter conditions persist. Several boys head south by boat, while Mrs. Frank Dawson returns from New Albany after a two week visit. Ed Douglas visits family. Capt. Ballard rests boat. Heth township teachers plan an institute next Saturday ahead of school term end and a spring term by Prof. Reis ing after closure.
The Boone Lodge No. 479 Odd Fellows mourns the death of Brother Theodore Elbert who died January 20 1902, aged 69. He served the lodge eighteen years and attended regularly. The committee offers sympathy to his widow and children and instructs minutes, family, and county papers to publish copies of these resolutions.
Corydon Indiana February 5 1902 Gro K Gwartney offers to defer to Harrison County Democrats in the Congressional primary with a swap plan If Gwartney carries the county Zenor would retire and Gwartney would quit if Zenor carries the county A prompt reply is requested from Zenor and Judge honors is referenced in public appeal
Memoriam for Little Flora daughter of L and A Realder who died January 29 1902 in a sorrowful home. Funeral was held Friday at Smith burying ground with many relatives and friends in attendance. The note prays for strength as parents walk their Savior's path toward a heavenly reunion. S. M. and U. M.
A young man named Daisy visited relatives in the county and began his return through a dangerous woods with sleet. He diverted to Mrs Smoots south of town and stayed away a week. Neighbors searched the area but he was not found until the evening mail carrier announced he was safe.
The White Top school district No 6 in Harrison township closed last Friday with a noon meal for teachers scholars patrons and visitors. The afternoon program featured dialogues speeches and a phono graph by Dick. It was the third successful term for teacher John McClaren and locals hope he teaches next winter. Visitors included Mr and Mrs Frank Boone of Louisville who visited the McClaren family.
Public health notice promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney and urinary issues. The text claims kidney problems cause heart symptoms and urges readers to consult the product, offering sample bottles and a pamphlet by mail from Kilmer Co. in Binghamton New York.
Harrison County auditors record a complete list of allowances and expenses charged to county funds. Names include Weller Co., Kirkham, Gibson, Lotich, Lewis, Denbo, Habermehl, and others with items for expense poor, jail and court house costs, asylum work, and salaries, dated February term 1902.
The Pittsburgh era report lists election officers for Harrison Township with multiple precincts. Officers include inspectors judges clerks and sheriffs for North West North East East South East South West precincts, naming individuals such as James W Mc Kigster Eli Grable Harry McGrain and others across the district.
A Camden reader recommends Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a top treatment for coughs colds and croup. The letter cites personal use in the Messenger family and urges households with children to keep it on hand as a safeguard. Available at Crosier's Corner Drug Store.
Master Raymond Dome and Will Stevens have built telegraph lines to their homes and are learning telegraphy. A two week public school ends Friday Feb 21, followed by Miss Anna G Felliy offering a two month subscription school. Chas Bringle arrives with Wm Shindler. oil meal and poultry food sold by W H Builleit & Son. feb-12-2w
Grove's Taste LESS CHILL TONIC described as iron and quinine in a flavored dose. No cure no pay offer stated with price 250. Ends with promotional claim targeting relief from chills and fever.
Harrison county resident George K Gwartney enters the race for Congress subject to Democratic convention action and party rules. He aims to represent local interests and secure a party nomination for the upcoming election.
Co W Cook of Harrison county seeks the 3rd Judicial Circuit judgeship for Harrison and Crawford counties subject to Democratic primary elections and the Judicial delegate convention. M Stockslager of Harrison county also seeks the 3rd Judicial Circuit judgeship for Harrison and Crawford counties under the same Democratic process.
Honorable Smith Askren of Harrison County runs as a candidate for Joint Senator of the Harrison and Floyd districts subject to the Democratic primary elections. The race centers on the two county districts within the state senate plan.
James A. McRae of Taylor Township and Samuel C. Mauck of Scott Township seek the Auditor nomination in the Democratic primaries. George L. Hess of Franklin Township and Jacob L. O’Bannon of Harrison Township are also listed as Democratic primary candidates for Auditor.
C H Ginkins and David Miller are candidates for Recorder in Harrison township subject to the Democratic primary. Daniel M Sharp James B Brewster and Smith Patterson also appear as Recorder candidates in Harrison township with primary election action noted. Frank M Wilson is listed from Posey township tied to the Democratic primary convention.
Andrew J. McIntosh of Jackson township and Thomas J. Stevens of Jackson township seek the Democratic primary nomination for Commissioner First District. David Kaylor of Morgan township and William Richert of Jackson township also run for the post in the same primary.
Amos W. Yeager of Heth Township and Edmond B. Love of Heth Township announce candidacies for Commissioner of the Third District, both subject to the Democratic primary.
Marion D. Deweese administrator of William P. Deweese deceased files final settlement in Harrison Circuit Court. Hearing set for February term on February 11, 1902. creditors heirs and legatees must appear and show cause why the final settlement should not be approved. Witness dated January 31, 1902.
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