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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1901
Page
4
The Democrat marks its fifth year of publication in the new century and year. The editorial calls for a religion without superstition, politics without materialism, science without materialism, and wealth without greed, urging readers to baptize the twentieth century in peace liberty and progress and seek universal success.
The speech given December 11 before the Jeffersonian Club in Linesing Neli featured William J. Bryan among speakers. John W. Ivern, late Democratic candidate for Governor, spoke on the toast The Rank and File, urging unity among Democrats, praising constitutional government, and condemning deserters and traitorous actions while calling for constructive party work. He warned against bitterness and urged patriotic rivalry to strengthen the party for future conflicts.
The speaker argues that the 1900 rank and file Democrats remain loyal to William Jennings Bryan and the party’s reform efforts. He warns against belittling Bryan or pressuring his retirement, calling for respect for the leader and unity among Democrats who supported Bryan in 1896, 1898, and 1900.
A Corydon Republican letter rails at Democratic papers for not showing a McKinley crown cartoon. The writer cites December 2 Washington Times coverage depicting McKinley seated in the presidential chair with a crown. They demand Democratic literature be exposed and accuse a Bryan critic of provoking the Philippine war, which the writer asserts continues.
The product proclaims itself as a safe children's medicine for colds cough and croup, suitable for relieiving whooping cough without opium or intoxicants. It presents itself as a trusted remedy approved by pharmacists and doctors in the period.
Sunday schools that meet requirements should send to County President for the Banner. If your school has taken the collection and observed Decision Day it should have the banner. Send your collection to Miss Katherine Slemons at once to remit to the State. house to house visitation is planned immediately.
J S Perimmer of Breckenridge Indiana proclaims pride in American citizenship after a speech by ex president Harrison at Arbor and amid debates over the Lay Parunceefoote treaty and American statehood asserting that the Constitution follows the flag and that conquering territories should not override unalienable rights.
A German physician Dr. A Boschee promotes Boschee’s German Syrup as a proven remedy for coughs colds and lung troubles. It has sold about two million bottles annually since its US introduction in 1868 and is available in towns and villages worldwide. Three doses relieve ordinary coughs, priced at 75 cents. Dec 26.
The local Knights of Pythias lodge elected officers on Thursday evening. Co. C. V. C A. B. Linder. W. J. Bulleit as K of C. and K. of R. S. Ben D. Baker. M F L. S. Riely. M EF Fred Dannenfelser. M. A. Ibarry Bean. O. GV HW. Bulleit. 1G. EF Sims.
Trustee William Tayton of Washington Township schedules weekly office hours at his home on Mondays to conduct township business. He maintains the contact for residents and issues related to local governance and duties.
A memorial verse honors J C Saffer noting the enduring memory of a father and the passage of time. The county public notice announces agency for Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin and promises quality drugs and service from a local druggists shop, inviting calls.
The trustee Harrison township Harrison county Indiana announces weekly office hours for township business at the Gwartney building one door north of Tus Democrat office. Trustee Wat. Hauswanp, now 21-2, issues the notice and invites public attendance on Fridays and Saturdays. Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin endorsed.制度
By decree and sale order the Harrison County Circuit Court notices sale of real estate owned by James C Hays and Anna M Hays. The auction, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., will occur at the Corydon courthouse. Properties include portions of sections 28 and 29 in township 5 south range 3 east with several lot adjustments and a burial ground near the Lightened Church. If rents and profits fail to yield enough, the fee simple interests and rights will be offered.
By decree and order of sale of Harrison Circuit Court I offer at public auction the real estate of Andrew J. Stover in Harrison County Indiana. The northeast quarter of section 35 in township 4 south range 3 east with 40 acres off the east side owned by Noah Waun. First, rents and profits for up to seven years. If not sold for writ satisfaction, then title and rights of defendants offered. PHILIP E LOTICH, decl. S. H. C.
Indiana Harrison County coroner W. S. Nye reports that on December 5 1900 he investigated the death of 17 year old Adron True who died December 4 1900 in Morgan township from two stab wounds to the back by Curtis Mosier. Postmortem exams by doctors William Daniel and Joby F. Finley supported the finding of felonious wounds. True was about 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighed 145 pounds.
Notice by order of Floyd Circuit Court that commissioner Onas D Wetso will privately sell the Plotz heirs property in Harrison and Floyd counties. Terms: one third cash, one third in six months, remainder in twelve months with interest and attorney fees. Bids due February 1, 1901 at Kelso & Kelso New Albany. Descriptions include 92 acres along the Ohio River and several tracts in townships 5 south range 5 east and 4 east, plus lot 43 in Laconia.
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