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Corydon Democrat

Location

Corydon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1911

Page

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Christian Sunday School Elects Officers

The Christian Sunday School elected officers for the coming year. John Daley asst secretary, Clarence Lockhart assistant organist, Stella Boccaughlin treasurer, Jollie Netler organist, Alice Williams assistant organist, and John N. Heth superintendent for a seventeenth year after sixteen years in the role.

Christian Sunday School Lie Olin TL Peth John Daley Lou Kennett Lee Clarence Lockhart Stella Bo Caughlin Jollie Netler Alice Williams John N. Heth Tieth

Beautiful Yuletide Wedding in Presby terian Church

Miss Winifred Brewster and Mr. George Doolittle wed last Thursday at the Presbyterian church in a Yuletide ceremony. The cheering decor mirrored red and green as a Lohengrin march signaled the entrance of the bridal party. Guests numbered about two hundred as the couple exchanged vows, then hosted a reception at the bride’s home with festive table settings and gifts.

Presbyterian Church Winifred Brewster George Car] Doolittle W. W. Pait John HH Ieth Zella Shuck Orlan Conrad F. W. Watt Oakland City Ind Doolittle A. W. Brewster Corydon National Bank Mr. Doolittle J. W. Doolittle Indiana Rice Company Dewitt, Ark

Democratic Officials Take Office in County After November Vote

The Democratic officials elected in the county begin their terms on January 2 with Pitman as County Treasurer elect and Tebert Davis as Commissioner elect. James A. Tarherson, County Assessor, travels to Indianapolis for a State Board meeting, while John Kaylor, County Surveyor, begins his second term. The issue also notes candidates and newcomers and expresses confidence in their service.

Pitman Tebert BP Davis County Eleet Charles Af. Ginmnas Recorder Olive Uniervas Peter Pulig Hertuc Stevens Cunningham Gore Tn Nly James A. Tarhesen Indianapolis State Board of Tax Commissioners Te State Board Svs Nee Conus Corsater Jive Coydon John Kaylor Tim Won Smith Askren Tan Askren

Election of K P Lodge Officers In This Place

The KK of P Lodge elects officers including Co C John Dannenfelser V George Dannenfelser Prelate W H Bussabarger M P J Friedley M K A Linder Creo W Kifett M A Frank Self Trusteed J Bean Past Chanestor Sean. After the election officers and members dined at W L Rosenburger’s restaurant and had an oyster supper.

P. Lodge Co. C JoJohn Dannenfelser George Dannenfelser W. HH. Bussabarger M. P J. Friedley M. K Linder OR. Creo W. Kifett M. A Frank Self J. Bean Sean W. L. Rosenburger

Optician Ad Promotes Eye Glasses Over Remedies

Skeptical readers told that true relief for eye issues comes from proper glasses rather than drugs. The notice invites visits upstairs over Trays' law office and promotes B F Apnorr, Optician in Teureka with the Eureka phone listing. It mentions Mound City Paints and Mitcheun Co as possible local references.

Law Office B.F. Apnorr Optician Teureka

Evangelistic Meetings At Corydon Presbyterian Church

The Presbyterian evangelistic meetings are ongoing with strong audiences. Dr Tait continues a Temple series nightly at 7 15 p m with a song service, and 7 41 5 p m for the sermon. Afternoon services run at 2 p m on Tue Wed and Thu next week.

Tait Temple Corydon

Harrison Township Spelling Contest Chooses Top Three

In Corydon on Saturday a written and oral test selected the township top three spellers Frank Miller No 1 Lawrence Kitternan No 16 and Jack Stonecipher No 11. Each township will select entrants for the county contest with a February district contest in Jeffersonville and a spring state contest for the best spellers.

Harrison Township Corydon Frank Miller Lawrence Kitternan Jack Stonecipher Jeffersonville

Man Bitten by Mad Dog. George Hears Ear Threat

Scott George, son of James and Mrs George, was bitten on the ear by a dog that suddenly went mad on Monday. The same dog bit a dog owned by Ben Richards. George killed both animals at once and has shown no ill effects from the bite so far, with hopes he remains well.

Scott George James George Ben Richards George

Ground Purchased for Baptist Church in South Corydon

The writer notes JT bought land for a Baptist church in South Corydon and thanks white friends for help. They report ongoing annoyance at the school site over improper use of closets and nightly trespass making buildings unfit without washing. Vandalism on walls noted.

Baptist South Corydon Soie

William Pfrimmer Dies After Surgical Operation

William H. Pfrimmer, longtime county resident and pioneer, died at Deaconess Hospital in Omaha on December 27 after being taken there for urethral stricture surgery. He was 74, survived by a widow and six children, and had served as assessor of Heath Township and a 1872 legislature member. Burial was in Denver.

William A. Pfrimmer Deaconess Omaha Nebraska Denver Colorado Aliie Pfrimmer McLaughlin Jacob &. Pfrimmner F. M. Faith Harriet Ikatherina Dines Nin Pfrimmer Ham and Sara Montana Pfrimmmer New Albany Heth Township Tie Willidtie United States Samuel Pfrimmer Jhinieorve Pfrimmer Mehae Ile Indiana

New Subscribers Added to Our List This Week

The subscription roster shows new entrants including Dr. J. J. Stevens of Peru and Peter Michels of Lanesville. Other new names are Philip Resch of Newton I. Charles H. Siegwald of Corydon Ira Babcock of Vevay Ind Frank Hess of St. Louis Mo Walter Conrad and Charles Keas of Corydon Mary Ic of Lone Rogers Ark Jacob Jordan of New Augusta Ind Ben I Abbott of Corydon and Mrs Oscar Meller of Lexington Ky.

J. J. Stevens Peru Peter Michels Lanesville Philip Resch Newton Charles H. Siegwald Corydon Ira Babcock Vevay Ind Frank Hess St. Louis Walter Conrad Oscar Meller Lexington Charles Keas Central George A. Conrad Mary Ic Lone Rogers Ark

Farmers Institutes Planned Across Harrison County Dates

Farmers of Harrison county are urged to attend institutes in Bradford January 25 Moberly January 24 Central January 25 Lanesville January 26 Corydon January 27 and 28. Robert Housel of Bucklin Kansas visits his brothers Alma and William Housel and sister Mrs Thos Clunie of Jackson township. He has spent years in the West and has done well.

Harrison County Bradford Moberly Central Lanesville Corydon Robert Housel Bucklin Kans Alma William Housel Thos. Clunie Jackson Township Mr. Housel

County Commissioners Elect New Board Members

The Board of County Commissioners held a regular session and named Thomas Jefferson Steve as President and Frank Cunningham as Vice President. Philip Herter became a new member, replacing Republican Thomas Henry Smith who retires after a three year term. Stevens has one year left, Cunningham two, and Herter three. Davis is slated to succeed Stevens in one year.

Board of County Commissioners Thomas Jefferson Steve Jackson Township Corydon Frank Cunningham Boone Township Philip Herter Webster Township Stevens Cunningham Uerter Thomas Henry Smith Smith Robert Fletcher Davis Elerter

Farm for Sale in Posey Township near school and church

Sixty acre farm known as the Thomas BR Birdwell farm in Posey township offers 26 apple trees, grape vines, good creek bottom land, 10 acres in pasture and timber, a new six room house, multiple outbuildings, and a never failing spring. One mile from school and church with rural mail service. sale to settle an estate. Contact Florence H Brewnreen, R F D 6 Box 64 Elizabeth IND.

Posey Township Thomas BR. Birdwell Florence Brepwreen R. Fld Elizabeth Ind Ar Cras G. Brrowens Valley Station

Fine 240 Acre Farm For Sale With River Bottom Land

A large farm near Corydon offers nearly 240 acres with river bottom and hillside sections. Three dwellings, a good barn and outbuildings, and a fruit belt potential. Inquiries welcome at this office. Miss Sallie Stoker of Louisville visiting relatives nearby.

Ohio River Botton

Commissioner's Court Proceedings Noted on December Session

Regular term of the Board of Commissioners convened December 26. Refunds issued for poll tax totaling 22.50 to Joseph Sutton and 4.50 to Ray Trotter. Joseph Denbo appointed janitor of public buildings at 515 per year. Dr Isaac L Neely named county poor asylum physician at 34 per year. Several days spent reviewing County Auditor and Treasurer records.

G Board of Commissioners Joseph Sutton Ray Trotter Joseph Denbo Isaac L. Neely

Wood and Wheat Demand From Local Elevator

Community bulletin requests several cords of wood to be brought in promptly and directs residents to take their damaged wheat to the Elevator to be ground into feed.

Boy Killed by Train in Corydon

Thirteen year old John Long of Corydon and Charles Lone of Indianapolis were killed Friday evening when riding a Southbound train near the west bridge. Long was crushed under the pilot and died before the engineer could stop. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Christian church with a talk on "The Boy Problem" and music by a quartet. The Long family, including a young brother, mourns the tragedy. Mrs Long is a daughter of local shoemaker Fred Ball.

John Long Mroandos Charles Lone Indianapolis Coryden Fas Ife Little Indian Creek West Bridge Jenkins Christian Church John H. Heth Charles Buchanan Annie Stevens James Brewster D. M. Rowland Charles Long Corydon Mrs. Long Fred Ball

Death of Bruce Routh in Bine River township

Bruce Routh seven year old son of Mr and Mrs Charles Routh died at home near flancock in Bine River township last Sunday after pneumonia. Funeral held at Mt Tabor church last Monday at two in the afternoon conducted by Rev Smith. Burial in church cemetery beside a large gathering of sympathizing friends. The loss leaves the Rouths heartbroken as they were Bruce’s only child.

Bruce Charles Routh Flancock Bine River Mt. Tabor Smith Little Bruce Routh

Great Lodge Officers Elected for Gregg Lodge No 235

Gregg Lodge 235 elected officers for the year led by N G W O Irwin and W G Clarence We're Rh with J W Best BF 65 O W Hottle treasurer J K Morris and trustees J M Dannenfelser and W Chinn A installation by Julius Rothrock Greze Lodge officer set for next Friday night.

Gregg Lodge No N. G

Marriage License Notices for John II Carrel Wilhelmina Coomes

Marriage license notice lists John II Carrel and Wilhelmina Coomes along with George Carl Doolittle and Winifred Brewster. Also mentions an elevator with a new corn grinding crusher. Reading includes location 2838.

John II, Carrel and Wilhelmina Coomes George Carl Doolittle Winifred Brewster

Also Mentioned on This Page

Peter S. Wright Charles H. Ginkins Philip L. Herter JAS. A. Harrison, Co John L. Haylor W.S. Nye Democratic P. Election Jo-In Mound City Paints Mitcieun Co Mad Dog Julius Rothreck Chas. H. Ginkins Mr. Yothrock William H. Pfrimmer Commissioner’s Court Proceedings John Great Lodge
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