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Newspaper

Corydon Democrat

Location

Corydon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1918

Page

2

Death of Hugh McIntyre longtime resident of Laconia

Hugh McIntyre aged seventy six died at his daughter Mrs William King’s home in Laconia after a long illness. Funeral services were at Union chapel conducted by Rev Henry W McKim with burial in the adjacent church cemetery. Survived by three sons and two daughters including Hugh Covington Kentucky William Detroit Michigan Wallace New Albany and Mrs Murray Foster Mauckport and Mrs William King Laconia. He was a Civil War Union soldier.

Hugh McIntyre William King Laconia Union Chapel Henry W. McKim Lealves Hugh Covingston Kentucky William Detroitl Michigan Wallace New Albany Murray Foster Mauckport McIntyre

Real Peace Demands End to Universal Military Service

Louisville Evening Post argues after World War I that universal conscription in peacetime is dangerous. It cites The New York Times and Roosevelt, warns against keeping armies in wartime readiness as permanent policy, and urges a lasting peace without universal military service or heavy taxes. The piece defends peacetime disarmament and warns of a future where nations remain armed camps and prepared for new wars.

The New York Times Amercan Roosevelt Germany United States Evening Post New York Sys Belgium Louisville Evening Post

William F Avery appointed Deputy Revenue Collector in Seventh District

William F Avery of Palmyra has been named Deputy Revenue Collector for the Fifth Division of the Seventh Internal Revenue District of Indians. He began January 1, with offices in New Albany and duties across seven counties Clark Floyd Harrison Crawford Orange Scott and Washington. He plans to assist locals at Palmyra with 1917 income tax returns during January.

William F. Avery Palmyra Seventh Internal Revenue District of Indians United States New Albany Clark Floyd Harrison Crawford Orange Scott Washington Avery Mr. Avery Corydon Cureton

Cox Candidate for Seventh Term in Third District

The Democrat announces Congressman William I Cox of Jasper Dubois county as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for Congress in the Third District. Cox, elected six times, began his first term on March 4 1907 and his current term ends March 1 1919. He is a lawyer and noted speaker with general constituent support.

William I Cox Jasper Dubois County Congress Thia Sbveut T‘ox

Corydon Man Recovers After Indianapolis Surgery

W H Keller of Corydon traveled to Indianapolis for medical treatment and underwent a surgical operation December 31 at Methodist Hospital performed by Dr Wishard. After a period of critical condition with hiccoughs and weakness, his relatives report Monday that Keller is much improved and on the road to recovery.

W. H. Keller Corydon Indianapolis Methodist Hospital Ir. Wishard iKteHer Speng

Epidemic of Scarlet Fever Strikes Crandall Area

Crandall reports an outbreak with Miltred Simg thirteen severely ill and KMabed Lantib twelve critically ill. Families involved are Mr and Mrs Clarence Simg and Mr and Mrs Oscar Lantib. Schools closed and public gatherings including church services were halted Sunday.

Crandall Miltred Clarence Simg Kmabed Oscar Lantib

Marriage Licenses and Military Service Mentioned

Marriage license notices list Bentley Maaek with Jessie Trobaugh and Robert Hardsow with Emmai L Lingenfelter. The fragment also notes Marl Baxley visiting relatives and volunteering in the U S Army, with expected departure soon to serve in the 2nd Field Artillery.

Bentley Maaek Jessie Trobaugh Robert Hardsow Emmai L. Lingenfelter Fart KE. Wolfe Bertha It Gide Fey Henry Benson and Gladys UL. Alil Marl Baxley U.S. Army 2Nd Tnd Field Artillery

Ball's Family Pills and Catarrh Medicine Advertisement

Frank J. Cheney swears as senior partner that his firm will pay one hundred dollars for each cured case of catarrh. Notary A W Gleason witnesses the oath dated December 6, 1886. Ball's Pills advertise as remedy for constipation and Hall's Catarrh Medicine is taken orally and claims to work through the bloodstream.

State of Ohio A. W. Glea Hall F. J. Cheney & CO Toledo Ball

County commissioners reorganize with new member Fouts

The County Commissioners met in regular session and reorganized the board. New member David C. Fouts of Blue River township begins a three year term, joining Jesse E. Pitman and Nicholas Eve. Pitman was elected president, Eve has served one year, and Fouts starts his first term. Davis has completed two terms and will continue public service as a questioneer.

Jesse E. Pitman Heth Township Nicholas Eve Webster Township David C. Fouts Blue River Township Mr. Fouts R. F. Davis Jackson Township Davis Rameey Fouts Pitman Eve Fouts Igs

Tax Return Forms Expected This Week For 1917

Deputy Internal Revenue Collector Mr Cureton, based in Corydon, received a letter from Isaac B Strouse of Terre Haute stating that 1917 income tax return forms will likely arrive this week for individuals to file their incomes.

Mr. Cureton Internal Revenue Corydon Isaac BR. Strouse Terre Haute

Mrs. Henrietta Quick Dies in Webster Township

Mrs. Henrietta Quick died Monday at the home of Mr and Mrs Owen McPhillips in Webster township after two years of illness and a two week pneumonia. Widow of Warren Quick she lived with her granddaughter for two years. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Catholic church in Benna Vista. She is survived by five children Clara Hurst Ida Msuree Anna Quick William Quick and Sareh Nudyke.

Henrietta Quick Owen McPhillips Webster Township Warren Quick McPhilips Benna Vista Ida Msuree This County Anna Quick Louisville William Quick Sareh Nudyke Differeonville

Red Cross Workers Press Surgical Dressings Urgently

The Local Red Cross Chapter calls volunteers to produce surgical dressings as fees decrease in France and camps. The work room at the public school building will be open daily with staff to aid the effort. On January 8 the chapter shipped 575 garments and muslin dressings. Mrs. R. L. Miller, Chairman.

France Red Cross Red Cross Chspier Giermans R. L. Miler

Franklin Township Assessor Seeks renomination

A resident announces intent to seek renomination for Assessor of Franklin Township, thanking friends for past kindness and pledging to serve with honesty if nominated and elected.

Franklin Township

Locust Posts For Sale Near Ohio River

Several hundred good locust posts for sale at ten cents each for large posts and smaller ones at lower prices. The posts are at the fatias of WA. Gr Packer, on the Ohio River in Posey township two miles south of Midgeport. Mr Pocker will sell the posts to interested buyers.

Fatias Packer Ohio River Posey Township Midgeport Pocker

Save Your Eyes Bee Dr Hottell Optician Ad

Save Your Eyes Bee Dr Hottell Optician for fine eye glasses and spectacles at greatly reduced prices until Feb 1. Then you will see better. Office first door north Martin Hotel. j 9-2W

Hottell North Martin Hotel

Cox enters Indiana Third District Democratic nomination

William E. Cox is a candidate for the Democratic nomination for Representative in Congress in Indiana's Third District, pending action by the district Democratic Party.

William E. Cox Congress Indiana Democratic Party

Death of Mrs Breeder in Scott Township

Mrs Lou A Breeden wife of David Breeden died at their Scott township home on Saturday January 5 Funeral services were held at New Amsterdam United Brethren Church and burial followed in New Amsterdam cemetery She was born March 31 1866 aged 51 years 9 months 5 days and married October 26 1884 to David Breeden They had five children Emery Ernest Jesse Cole and Mrs Brittin Brandenburg with Ernest preceded in death and five grandchildren Surviving are the husband four children three sisters and many relatives She joined the United Brethren church early in life and spoke of readiness for the call to come.

Lou A Breeden David Breeden Scott Township New Amsterdam United Brethren BE. B. Catt Eckerty Indiana New Amsterdam David Cole Emery Ernest Jesse Cole Breeden Brittin Brandenburg

Death of Mauckport Infant in Stafford Kansas

Mrs. Blanche Frank of Mauckport received a telegram announcing the death of her grandchild William Lloyd Ferree eleven months old son of Dr and Mrs Reno Ferree of Stafford Kansas The child died at seven oclock Saturday.

Blanche Frank Mauckport William Lloyd Ferree Reno Ferree Stafford Kansas

For Sale Second-hand Piano and Victrola

Second-hand piano and Victrola offered for sale by Frank W. Shireman at 192w Corydon. Victrola is described as second-hand with general condition unspecified.

Frank W. Shireman Corydon

Dry Hot Atmosphere Causes Restlessness and Skin Irritation

The text notes that a dry hot indoor climate raises temper and induces restlessness and nervous feelings. It also irritates skin and mucous membranes and may increase susceptibility to colds among indoor dwellers, unlike desert aridity which lacks the same effect.

Payment Demand From W H Bullett & Sons Inc

A debt collection note requests immediate contact to settle a past due account that should have been cleared by January 1st. The communication is courtesy of W. H. Bullett & Sons Inc with a prompt to arrange payment.

W. H. Bullett & Sons Inc

Killed by Train Near Indianapolis

Harry Dellinger twenty six year old son of Mr and Mrs Charles Dellinger of Jackson township died after a car crossing at a railroad track near Indianapolis last Friday afternoon. He left a widow and child and is survived by his parents two brothers Walter and Major and sister Mrs Ethel Bullington. He was born in the county and moved to Indianapolis five years ago where he operated a moving picture show. Funeral was held at Georgetown yesterday.

Harry Dellinger Charles Dellinger Jackson Township Indianapoli Dellinger J. B Georgetown

Brown and Hamilton Bride and Groom Wed in Louisville

Miss Addie Brown daughter of Mr and Mrs Irwin Brown of this place married Arthur Hamilton on December 22 in Louisville. They toured New York for a wedding trip then plan to reside in Harrisburg Pennsylvania. The groom is a traveling salesman and the bride recently completed nurse training. Friends extend best wishes for a happy married life.

Addie Brown Irwin Brown Arthur Hamilton Louisville New York Parrisburg

Union Churches End Cooperative Services in Corydon

Four Sundays of united worship by Corydon churches ended as fuel scarcity eased. Starting next Sunday each church returns to morning services with evening union meetings. Next Sunday Rev. Joseph Moore will speak on The Primacy of the Church at the M. E. church. A church service flag with thirteen stars honors local servicemen.

Corydon M. E Joseph Moore Christian Church Nellie Bullett T. J. Hudson Ladies Aid

More Tomato Contracts Wanted at Corydon

W H Bussabarger reports that he and helpers have secured contracts for more than 400 acres of tomatoes for a local canning factory if located at Corydon. He urges all prospective tomato growers to sign contracts to reach 509 acres and secure the plant.

W. H. Bussabarger Corydon

Building Material for Sale in Corydon County

Property owner lists available demolition materials from county sale in Corydon including brick frame timber siding roofing doors and windows for sale. Contact person at 24 tf C UL Dick for details.

Corydon

Petition for location of a Taylor township highway in Harrison County

Notice filed in Harrison County Indiana asks for a public highway location in Taylor township. Hearing before the Board of Commissioners is set for February 6 1918 at the February Term. Petition lists six local residents as petitioners and requests creation of a new highway about one quarter mile long across lands of George C Robinson and Frank B Zeighebauer with vacation of part of the Elizabeth and Rosewood highway. Auditorscheduled names and signatures include Sam C Mauck auditor.

Harrison County Indiana Taylor Township Iain Board of Commissioners Towit State of Indiana Commissioners Court County of Harrison State of Allie Taylor Werein Elizabeth and Rosewood Said Road Elizabeth Lenagrh George C Robinson Frank B. Zeighebauer

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