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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1902
Page
4
The column lists editors and rates for Corydon Indiana publication. It notes Leslie M. Shaw set to become Secretary of the Treasury January 25 with H A Taylor kept as Assistant Secretary and comments on political opinions about monopoly and public policy debates including Dewey Schley and Grant.
The Journal of Commerce and Commercial Bulletin notes 1901 consolidations and trusts exceed 2.8 billion dollars, far above 1909 levels. The anti trust drive makes little headway under a Republican national administration.
The passage argues that long standing free trade between states and territories has benefited the United States and asks whether the Republican party will push for Porto Rican duties on all trade with the United States in the next campaign. The tone is rhetorical and political.
Opinion calls the Samp son Schley mess a national disgrace and holds the Republican party and its supporters responsible for the shame. The piece frames the issue as deeply objectionable to decent people and prevalent in national discourse.
A local critique accuses Grannie of printing lies and delivering biased coverage. Readers grow wiser as the county’s subscription list declines and calls for honesty intensify. The columnist urges inoculation with truth to restore credibility.
A lengthy critique labels Republicans as inconsistent on major issues from silver to tariffs and foreign trade. The piece accuses GOP speakers of flipping positions, praising English policy while opposing U S changes, and mocks the party for faulting Democrats on platform revisions.
The writer rebuts claims that Bryan's Commoner failed and reveals long term plans for the paper. He asserts theCommoner was planned years ago, will continue despite defeat, and remains a permanent journalistic fixture with support beyond initial expectations.
The article argues free trade among states and territories benefits all involved and supports a policy of extending free trade across territories. It stresses advantages to the economic system and overall prosperity under a unified national framework.
The speaker champions statehood growth and free trade among states and territories including Porto Rico, the Sandwich Islands, and the Philippines. They argue the nation’s doctrine of no trade restrictions has made the country strong and predicts political clash over free trade under the flag. The Democratic party aligns with the Republicans on the issue.
The new State Democratic Committee members were elected last Thursday across districts. The group includes J. J. Nolan Evansville G J Hendren Bloomfield James R Duffin English Lincoln Dixon North Vernon J G McNutt Terre Haute J D McGee Rushville Joseph T Fanning Indianapolis J A M Adair Portland A T Livengood Covington Dan W Simms Lafayette J Fred France Huntington S B Fleming Fort Wayne Thirteenth J C Fletcher Knox The committee meets in Indianapolis to elect a new state chairman to replace Park’s Martin.
Cut this out and take to Crosier's drug store for a free sample of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets, touted as the best physic. They claim to cure stomach disorders biliousness and headache. Also selling a second hand canopy top spring wagon for sale or trade for wood via B. F. Hurst jl-2w.
Readers are offered Dr Kilmer Swamp Root a kidney liver and bladder remedy claimed to cure lame back and related ailments. A free sample bottle and book are advertised by mail with a promise to send details upon request.
The speaker warns that the nation cannot maintain both colonies and high tariffs on colonial goods. It must abandon one policy. He asserts that any party trying to disrupt or discard a century and a quarter of free trade under the flag will face strong public opposition when the issue is presented to the people.
J S Pfrimmer of Breckenridge Indiana argues that federal pension policy shows a vicious principle. He contrasts four hundred sixteen dollars monthly for widows of ex presidents with twelve dollars for widows of soldiers, urging soldiers to oppose the disparity and questioning whether American manhood remains intact.
An advertisement warns that children are especially prone to burns bruises and cuts and that neglect can cause blood poisoning. It promotes De Witts Witch Hazel Salve as a superior remedy drawing out the fire stopping pain and promoting healing. A testimonial from James Mock of N Webster Ind claims it cured his baby's eczema after two doctors gave up.
For sale a nice cottage at 214 West Chestnut Street with all outbuildings and good water. Call or address Henry W. Denbo 11 81 Corydon Ind.
Hon Robert C Brown of Sparta Illinois long time representative of the 48th district is informed of upcoming appointment as clerk of the U S Court for the Southern District of Illinois Born 1859 and rising from blacksmith to lawyer he is active in the Knights of Pythias Elks and Modern Woodmen He endorses Dr Caldwells Syrup Pepsin and Herb Laxative Compound as a household remedy and lists local sellers in Corydon Mauckport and Corydon Junction with prices of 50 cents and 1.00
Farmers and dairymen are urged to learn a butter making method that claims to turn one pound of milk into three pounds of butter. The ad promotes a drug-free formula priced at 50 cents from Palmyra Supply Co located in Palmyra Indiana.
W C Williamson of Amherst Virginia reports over a year of lumbago pain finally relieved by Chamberlain’s Pain Balm after all other remedies failed. Sold at Croyser’s corner drug store. Ian
Salesmen wanted in Harrison and nearby counties for the state’s largest and most complete nursery plants. Liberal commission offered. Apply to Albertson & Hobbs Bridgeport, Indiana, at once for terms.
One mile west of New Middletown Indiana a farm with a good house and barn plus out-buildings. It has 20 acres in timber and 60 acres cleared, all in good condition. Selling on reasonable terms. Inquire Frederick Rupp New Middletown Ind.
An old advertisement argues the tonic hides its simple iron and quinine formula printed on every bottle. The claim asserts no cure and no pay with a 5 cent price.
The undersigned prepare to furnish all kinds of building lumber on short notice. They will cut barn or house patterns to order. Call and leave orders with Watson and Thomas or at their mill in Heth township.
Harrison Circuit Court February term 1902 hear final report of Phoebe Jenkins administratrix of George W Jenkins deceased. All creditors heirs and legatees must appear February 10 1902 to show cause why the report should not be approved. Witness Phoebe Jenkins administratrix December 24 190?.
Coroner I W S Nye of Harrison County Indiana files an inquest finding dated November 27 1901. James Sherman 24 died November 26 1901 in Heth township from a shotgun discharge while loading a shell on a stump. Deceased described as 5 feet 8 inches blue eyes brown hair about 145 pounds wearing working clothes with $5.14.
James A McRae of Taylor Township seeks the Auditor’s post subject to Democratic primary action. He is named as a candidate in the filing. The report notes the primary race and party designation.
Elisha Benjamin Andrews argues in Cosmopolitan about the private contract school-book system. He says educational officials are corrupted, books are poorly chosen, and families overpay as an annual tax runs into millions.
Notice to Charlotte Ellis and Mary E Sweeney that on the 38th day of February 1902 the County Surveyor of Harrison County Indiana will survey 18 acres of land in fractional section 23 township 6 south range 4 east. The tract backs onto Ellis and Sweeney land and borders will establish corners and lines. Filed by Sarah C Cunningham December 25 1901.
H B Spencer notes that trains 1 2 3 and 4 run solid between Louisville and St Louis. Trains 9 and 10 operate Louisville Evansville with chair cars. Trains 21 and 22 provide through first class coaches Evansville Louisville and day trains offer parlor cars. Through sleeping car service from St Louis and Louisville to Chattanooga Birmingham and points in the Southeast. Night trains carry Pullman drawing room sleeping cars with buffet service.
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