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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1904
Page
3
The piece argues for consolidating rural schools into larger districts with a four year high school program. It cites Superintendent Van Matre and Indiana examples, notes costs, transit by wagon, and argues education raises social and political status beyond mere commercial value. It stresses the need for accessible higher education for local youth and outlines typical four year curricula.
Minnie C Rhodes 35 died December 11 1903 at Edwardsville Indiana after moving from Harrison County. Interred Perseverence Chapel cemetery December 12. Survived by husband five children parents two sisters two brothers and three former children from first marriage. A longtime United Brethren member and former wife of Rev F M Stromire and later wife of Vernon W Rhodes. Funeral conducted by Jey Moore New Middletown AB Church pastor.
A speaker warns that good intentions do not absolve responsibility and urges strict adherence to law over personal beliefs. The text argues actions matter more than motives, citing examples like wrongful harm from well meant acts and past condemnations.
B F Hare of Miami Cycle & Mfg Co Middletown Ohio suffers a decade with dyspepsia. After trying medicines without relief he tried Kodol Dyspepsia Cure and reports improvement after two bottles. He now recommends it to others. Sold by all druggists. d23-3
The Democrat highlights James A. McRae of Taylor township as a possible Clerk of the Harrison Circuit Court. It notes his countywide familiarity, three prior Auditor races with increasing support, narrowly losing to incumbent Hess by five votes, and his long Democratic loyalty and service. It argues he is highly regarded and a strong primary contender.
The Buck Creek column shares social news from Emma Frakes and Kate Fah in New City, mentions Robert Frakes of Elizabeth, J C Simeon, John Catt of New Albany, and local holiday gatherings at Henry Fisher’s. A misfired Christmas chicken incident ends with a wounded fowl returning home.
Last week featured a string of teen gatherings. Nell Keller hosted Kathleene Weathers of New Albany, while Fay Sieg hosted a boys and girls pit game. Judge and Mrs. C W Cook celebrated with children Barbara Betty Lee and Lacey, and Harriet Crosier was feted by her mother Mrs Frank Crosier. Charlie Keller hosted friends at the Keller home.
Farmers who want to own their own lines can get connection and service under favorable conditions. For details contact the Cumberland Telephone and Telegraph Company local manager or write Cumberland Telephone and Telegraph Company Nashville Tennessee.
Creek bottom farm of 245 acres offered for sale as a whole or in tracts. Features an eight room house two large barns and ample water. Inquiries to Jacob Walter Sr Crandall Indiana.
The Democrat announces Prof L V Brown as a Democratic primary candidate for Clerk of the Harrison circuit court. A longtime teacher in Jackson township and multiple county runner in prior races, Brown is described as competent genial and popular on the stump.
William B. Ludlow, 45, a Democrat from Boone township, announces his candidacy for Sheriff before the coming primary convention. He emphasizes honesty, sobriety, and loyalty to the party, noting extensive canvassing and a plan to seek every Democrat's support at convention day.
Charles McElfresh of New Middletown and Georgiana Birdwell of Posey township were married December 31 at the bride’s home with Rev. L H Kendle officiating. They will reside in Ilwood where McElfresh works for the American Tin Plate Co. He has traveled widely before settling down.
A French hygienic expert M. Mellers urges sterilizing all household water. Boiling suffices or add one two-hundredth part hydrogen peroxide, or permanganates in similar amounts. Iodine tincture can be used for drinking water at four drops per carafe, despite a slight iodine taste. Sterilization lasts about thirty minutes.
C. O. F. Election. Gregg Lodge Wo. 235 I. C. 9. F. elected Noble Grand Jesse Gibner Vice Grand Stewart Breeden Rec. Sec K. H. Breeden Per. Sec A. L. Reynolds Treasurer John K. Morris Trustee Chas. Ashley at the meeting held on the 25th ult.
One hundred dollars reward for any catarrh case that Hall's Catarrh Cure cannot cure. F J Cheney Co of Toledo offers assurance of honesty and solvency from West Taaux Walding Kinnan Marvin, wholesalers in Toledo. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts on blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials free, 76 cents per bottle. Sold by all druggists.
The fiscal year ending last August shows 17 113 teachers in Indiana 7695 men 9418 women 9365 schoolhouses 767523 school age children 560513 attending 296354 male children 7701 colored girls 371182 total school fund 10498716 09 up 54345 25 from prior year public schools funded by fund interest and state levy revenues 6260652 costs 299224 68 to run 493 non commissioned high schools 2248 per pupil commissioned high schools 678901 total cost 30 per pupil
Ice on the river halts business as residents gather for Christmas week. Miss Verna Brinley stays with Lola and Nellie Berry. Misses Emma and Kate Seibert and Margaret Purtle visit Convenience. Local merchant R F Merk improves with Gust Merk helping. Other notes mention graphophone purchase, Christmas dinner at John Reeves, and various family visits across the area.
Corydon Lodge K of P elected officers for the ensuing year. W J Bulleit as P C A C Hickman as Pres V F Bulleit M W C W Ginkins Frank Self Ed J Bean D M Miller Harry Hudson W H Bussabarger Menifee Hurst named as O G per last Thursday evening session.
The London Truth argues military life creates idle time and wasted hours. It proposes assigning soldiers to alternate trades for set daily hours to reduce loafing. Summer training could be lighter while winter work increases, improving citizens’ value after service.
The advertisement touts One Minute Cough Cure as relieving coughs in one minute by killing the microbe that tickles the mucous membrane. It claims it clears phlegm, inflamed parts and heals, strengthens lungs, wards off pneumonia, and is harmless for all ages and curable coughs, colds, and croup. Sold by druggists.
A dated devotional poem by Epward W. Fisher from Blue Spring Hill dated January 1 1904 presents a Christ centered meditation. It narrates Jesus feeding five thousand, walking on the sea and calming the storm while urging faith and trust in trials. The verse emphasizes discipleship and divine aid through life’s tempests.
Miss Lou Binkley stays with John Kintner. J F Stoner Sr is ill of lung trouble. Mrs Julia Cline is seriously ill of stomach trouble. John Kintner has a newborn son. Elmer Simcox visited Falls Cities. Dean Hottle returned from Knox County. William Windell and wife from Miami County visited Emma Mauck.
Hez Allen announces re established sewing machine business in Corydon offering New Home Falls City and Automatic brands. Office located one door north of the Bank of Corydon inside the CFP Ashley furniture store. Supplies for all machines kept.
C A Bline and Co offer a good house and lot in Corydon for sale cheap. Inquiries urged at the office or by contacting Clerk Bline, Sheriff Loitch, Dr. Funk, Mr. Thomas, or Mr. Baelz. Call at once and secure a bargain.
Eaton and Wiseman, live stock dealers, offer the highest market price for stock of all kinds. If you have stock for sale, contact them at Ramsey, Indiana.
Mrs. Johanna Soderholm of Fergus Falls Minnesota dislocated her shoulder after a fall. A surgeon reset the joint but pain remained until Chamberlain's Pain Balm was applied, quickly easing soreness and helping her sleep. Her son rec ommended it to others after her quick relief and sleep. Available at the local drug store.
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