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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1908
Page
3
A sale lists Lot 2 with $7.95 for all overcoats formerly $10 to $12.50 and Lot 3 at $9.95 for overcoats once $13.50 to $16. Also Raincoats discounted 20 percent. Shoes are priced in a 83c Bleach Muslin lot and other cut items are shown while stock lasts.
Mr. FP F Wiley of Edinburg Ind elected president at stockholders meeting. He bought Albert Hopkins of New Albany stock and heads Naomi Canning Co of Edinburg, also secretary treasurer of Western Packer's Association. Retiring R C Hillis remains secretary treasurer. Cannery aims to run at full capacity, handling apples and peaches if fruit crops permit, boosting local labor and farmer income.
W A Beach manager of Hedden Dry Goods in New Albany travels to New York and other eastern markets to secure direct factory and mill orders. The firm sells for cash, avoids old stock, and aims for up to date merchandise. Patrons are promised a warm welcome at a beautifully kept store rebuilt after a fire three years ago.
A local firm has secured arrangements to establish a cannery within the coming weeks, signaling new industry activity in the area and potential job creation for residents. The plan outlines site preparations and coordination with regional suppliers to ensure steady operations upon opening.
George J. Dowdle visits Huntington Tennessee for assessments. Dr. Robert Benson of Ebierfield Indiana stays with relatives in the area this week. Mrs. Sam C. Walker travels with Irma Herman to Indiana Harbor Indiana and will stay about two weeks. Peter Endris and Joseph Stilger plan a two week trip to Pana Christian County Illinois to visit a sister and a brother there. A group of young men including John Yost Oscar Day Perry Routh Peter Endris Johnny Endris Charley Loew and George Hisert sawed and split wood for Mrs. Magdalen Bachman and enjoyed hospitality. A surprise party for Mrs. Peter Endris on her 44th birthday brings together John Geis J L Walter Peter Michels A S Day C P Endris Charles Ringle Josephine Ott Barbara Schnell and Agnes Schueler for an evening of sport and cheer.
The circuit court schedules trials across February with cases including State versus Sha ney Wright Fowler and Emily Briles Wolfe Secrist Neely Neely Stith Stanley Stanley Bergman Tames Woodward Thompson Fro man Shaffer Stanley Johnson and Seig versus Southern Railroad Co.
The advertisement states eczema salt rheum and itching are relieved by Chamberlain's Salve. It claims instant a control of itching and cures in many cases. Sold by A. Riley & Son. Feb
The German Fire Insurance Company will hold a meeting on Saturday February 22 1908 at Seitz s school house No 6 Franklin township at 1 PM. Charles Knoell secretary.
A 57 plus widower in Salem Indiana seeks a sober honest industrious partner to marry promptly. He owns two acres with a farm life support and a fruit poultry venture and will consider a poor lady. Provide description and recommendations. Address Marion Nicholson.
Pleasant Jenkins informs Harrison County Democrats he will not run for County Treasurer after careful consideration. He thanks voters across the county for their promised support and influence, expressing sincere appreciation for the backing received.
Timber buyers seek fifty cords or more of apple timber within sixty days. Timber must be solid and green with no large defects. Known stick sizes and offered prices include 20 inch at 2.00, 29 inch at 4.00, and 38 inch at 5.00 per cord. Apply at this office.
Byrums post cards and numerous locals report illnesses including lagrippe and chicken pox. Neighbors such as Zollman Bros of Lanesville and Dan Grass of Nebraska visit, while Rev. Grossman plans ten days of meetings. At Mauckport High School Carl Flynn leads algebra and other tidbits fill the week.
In New Albany at Market and Bank streets the Hotel Ashland, formerly the St. Charles, is remodeled. Proprietor Mrs. N. Button and manager Mr. J. B. Walker invite guests with nice rooms comfortable beds and choice meals at reasonable rates. February?
Walter inflicted a painful wound on his right hand while cutting wood. Perry Boowman of Louisville and Mrs John Conrad visited David Emily’s family Sunday. Mrs Ward Conrad ill last week. Mrs Lewis Wagner of Crandall visited sister Sarah Brown Saturday and Sunday. A Valentine social will be held at Brandenburg’s schoolhouse Friday night February 14th. everyone invited.
A committee of lawyers appointed by Judge Cook drafted resolutions on the death of F wad D Mitchell. In open court last Monday the bar adopted the memorial unanimously and ordered it recorded and stored for future memorials. Remarks by most bar members followed. Judge R J Tracewell attended the proceedings.
Jacob Walter died last Thursday at Evansville Hospital after five years and four months of confinement. His remains were shipped home for burial at Old Bethlehem grave yard, with Rev. James M. Fowler delivering the funeral sermon. He was forty five and leaves a father, sister, and brother Charles Walter who lives in the county. his father and sister reside in California. He was known locally for appearing at county fairs with racing horses.
Rev Michael J Fanning of Philadelphia will deliver My Country and Yours at the Christian church Corydon on Tuesday evening February 18 at 7 30. All invited admission free By Order of Harrison County Prohibition Central Committee
Webster Township Democrats call Democrat voters and candidates to a meeting at New Middletown on Saturday February 15 at 7 PM to arrange township primaries. By order of Committee. Services will be held at Luther's chapel Sunday night at the regular time.
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