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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1901
Page
4
The notice lists CHAS. W. THOMAS and CHAS. B. ELLIS as editors and proprietors. It states mailing details and post office handling in Corydon Indiana. Terms are shown for individuals and out-of-county subscriptions with advance payment amounts.
The piece argues democracy brings peace and favors dethroning monarchs, while Congress debates anti trust and a ship subsidy. It notes the Indiana Legislature rejects anti trust bills and the president aims to raise the army to one hundred thousand. England plans 30 000 more troops as Boer War winds down. Mark Hanna seeks pay from Republican efforts.
Debate centers on whether teachers should be paid for letters drafted at the request of the truant officer. The issue raises questions of labor responsibility and compensation in school administration.
The statement that Cuba is and of right ought to be free and independent seems a settlement of the Cuban question. The declaration now appears nearer the truth than when Congress first made it.
The passage imagines a Republican reaction if Kansas were governed by Democrats with Mrs Nation described as "foot loose and fancy free." It predicts editors would cry foul, citing broken windows as proof of Democratic doctrine and filling columns with debates on brute force property protection law and order fanaticism.
The Corydon Republican reports General Funston claims Filipino resistance ended, while more troops head to the Philippines. It notes high war costs, ongoing campaigning, and GOP charges of deceit from pre election promises. Indiana Senate honors Lincoln’s birthday, while Republicans block a half day adjournment.
The educated Filipinos are directing the war against the United States and claim the right to liberty and self-government, asserting they have a voice equal to that of the 1776 American revolutionaries. They vow to fight for independence.
A brief exchange discusses a former Harrison County Republican official and an ongoing investigation. The dialogue includes questions about findings and a closing remark urging continuation of work.
The note discusses the upcoming coronation of William McKinley in Washington on March 4 and the heavy public expense. A quip suggests a double coronation with King Edward VII to save money, reflecting cost concerns and humor about royal pageantry.
Testimony before a Jeffersonville legislative committee on Reformatory conduct suggests some official will be harmed. Wise officials in Indianapolis think a Durbin remedy will ease the issue and avert lasting damage.
Notice to stockholders of the Louisville New Albany and Corydon Railroad Company of a meeting on the first Monday in March 1901 at Ed D. Mitchell law office Corydon Indiana. Agenda: elect seven directors for the ensuing year and then elect officers. Dated February 2 1900. M J O Connor President H T O Connor Secretary.
An advertising snippet urges men to value vanity for confidence and good digestion. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is promoted as aiding digestion clearing the head keeping bowels regular and making a man feel at peace. Sold by all druggists. feb
A brief verse counsels straightforward speech and financial honesty. It urges saying what one must and paying debts when due, while advising against worry when nothing is owed or said. The tone is admonitory and practical with a moral emphasis.
A vintage ad extols Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as an absolute cure for constipation indigestion stomach troubles and sick headache. It urges use according to directions and says it is sold by all general druggists. February issue fragment.
For sale notice offers all kinds of building numbers. Call at this office for details. Dated February 30.
Coroner W S Nye of Harrison County Indiana reports an inquest finding Mary Davis died in Jackson township on February 7th after being accidentally run down by Southern Railway's freight engine No 70 while crossing the track. The death was ruled accidental and the inquiry followed witnesses and evidence.
Public sale at Corydon courthouse at 2 p m on a described set of Harrison County parcels with multiple tracts, including parts of sections 2 and 35 and the Big Indian creek area. Terms require one third cash, one third in 12 months, one third in 24 months with a mortgage to the county. Auction conducted by Auditor James A Watson and the Harrison County Board of Commissioners.
The undersigned will sell at public sale at his residence four miles south of New Middletown on Thursday February 28 1901 a large collection of property. Horses mules farm machinery wagons buggies milch cows and heifers poultry household furniture and more. Credit over five dollars with twelve month notes and security. under five dollars cash. No property moved until settlement. William Waricur.
In the matter of the estate of John W. Kintner deceased in Harrison Circuit Court No 6085 Andrew A. Kintner administrator reports the estate is insolvent and to settle accordingly creditors must file their claims against the estate.
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