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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1912
Page
2
A brief notice notes Lew M O Bannon as proprietor and presides over a postal matter in Corydon Indiana. The entry appears to mark a subscription or local business notice related to a post office filing or filing status.
The notice states advertising rates: ten cents per inch for display ads and five cents per line for Readers ads. A special rate applies to standing ads when the time exceeds three months, with details available on application.
Notices in this paper for church officials and entertainments with admission may incur a fee. Obituaries under twenty lines are free. over twenty lines cost two percent per line. Count six words per line and send payment by money or stamps with copy.
State auditors and the superintendent report on township school revenue deficiency payments from 1909. The 1911 and 1912 General Assemblies funded principal amounts but failed to authorize interest payments, prompting Treasury refusal to pay interest. Officials pledge to seek legislative authorization for interest at the next assembly.
Mrs. Ocle Jett of McMinnville Tennessee says Cardui saved her life after twenty seven days of use before she would allow an operation. She credits Cardui with improved health, stronger nerves, and renewed vigor, endorsing it as a strengthening tonic for women.
The piece urges saving through Savings and Loan memberships and notes Taft’s battle against Big Business while Roosevelt is favored. It argues Big Business backs Roosevelt or Taft depending on benefits, questioning what Taft has done to lose their support. The Indianapolis News comments on Taft vs Roosevelt dynamics amid business interests.
Samuel M. Ralston of Lebanon Indiana born December 1 1857 rose from farm work and coal mining to law and public service. Leaders including Judge Robinson Terhune Higgins Combs Thomas Orbinson Brown Carmichael and editor McKee praise his character and readiness for governor with support from Congressman Morrison and Shively Kern.
An advertisement claims Sucrene dairy feed delivers 16.5 percent protein versus bran at 14 percent. Letters from Indiana users praise its milk and butter production, health benefits, and reliability, urging orders and a fresh carload for Thomas & O’Connor’s elevator.
In a brief exchange cited by the Chicago Record-Herald a man laments that after his departure people will notice his deeds and his wife answers that recognition will come quickly. The dialogue hints at accountability and public scrutiny.
In a humorous exchange, Howard complains his wife balks at paying bills by check to conceal costs from bank staff. Edward questions the motive, and a judge weighs the impracticality of hiding expenses in everyday finances.
A New York Tribune excerpt explains the solar plexus as a mass of nerves behind the stomach that sends messages to the brain. It links the biblical bowels of compassion to modern science, noting nerves react to emotions though the plexus itself cannot feel.
Delayed Walnut Valley column lists relatives visiting nearby towns including Miss Pearl Crecelius in the area and Andrew Teterson from Louisville visiting family. Mentions gatherings at Mrs. Henry Gleb and Mrs. George Hild homes, Christmas services at Mt. Solomon, and a children’s party with a Christmas tree and phonograph music.
Neat well watered 55 acre farm in Harrison Co with good bak ings and a young apple orchard. Varieties just coming into bearing include cherries pears peaches and grapes. Farm sold at less than value due to lucrative position. Swap for someone. Address Otto Cunningham R R 1 Locust Point Ind. Get it at Bundy’s place. Nov.16 tf
Andrew P Stonecipher will sell his personal property at public auction at his residence five miles south of Corydon on Tuesday January 30 1912 at 9 30 a m preparatory to moving to northern Indiana. Further notice will appear in next weeks Democrat. A lot of splendid property will be sold and attendance is urged.
Advertises a 5 percent interest savings plan from the Corydon Savings and Loan Association. Investors may buy paid up shares for $100 in one payment or join installments by paying $1 or more per month per share. Open to any purchaser with available funds.
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