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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1916
Page
4
Local newspaper ad rates list 15 cents per inch for display, 5 cents per line for readers, and special standing ad rates. Church notices and entertainments with admission charged receive a profit rate, obituaries up to twenty lines are free, and other rates apply per line. Subscriptions: one year, six months, or three months. out of county rates shown.
The Democrat announces many Democrats are seeking nomination on the county ticket and pledges fair, impartial introductions for all candidates. It notes the paper will publish candidate letters at five cents per line in the regular advertising rate.
War era rental plan offers safe deposit boxes for one dollar annually. Corydon National Bank promotes low cost security amid upheaval, encouraging patrons to secure valuables during conflict.
The garbled text references Corydon dates and people with unclear events. It mentions a fence, a war era hint, a Santa task, and local names such as Henry, Tobias, and Mr Pyarrienfris, all presented as damaged notes from a historical page.
The report from Corydon National Bank Indiana shows figures as of December 31 1915 including total loans and discounts 405 717 62 overdrafts 0 0 U S bonds deposited to secure circulation 0 0 total bonds securities etc 0 0 net amount due from Federal Reserve 0 0 real estate own securities 0 0 and other entries. The cashier G W Applegate swore the statement true on January Sunday 1916 with notary C Blaine Hays witnessing and directors W E Cook L B S Applegate Ed O Connor.
Notice states the partnership among owners of The New Corson Packing Company meat packing plant is dissolved by consent. Adolph Hiesmer becomes sole owner and will collect accounts and pay debts. Names include C. S. Sharp and Adolph Hiesner. Also ads for cows, steam engine, and a scalp hair preparation sold by W H Davis.
Harrison County Association announces a banquet to commemorate Indiana University’s founding on Friday night January 14 1916 at the Christian church basement. Alumni and friends are urged to attend with reservations requested to Miss Nell Bullett or Walter D. Bean. Dr Mottier will deliver a message direct from the university.
Condensed financial report for Farmers Savings & Trust Company of Corydon Indiana dated December 11 1915 shows resources loans and discounts 8179765.83 deposits from banks and trust companies 26338.87 interest and other income 6288.91 total assets 206388.61 liabilities capital stock 26000.00 surplus 10600.00 demand deposits ex banks 158559.28 time deposits 2847.30 trust funds 10082.03 total liabilities 26000.00
Avan Shaffer, 47, longtime New Albany saloon operator, died last Monday morning after a months long illness. Survived by one brother and two sisters, funeral arrangements to be announced. he had lived in Corydon previously and was son of the late John Shafer.
The document outlines a plea settlement and court action requiring appeared parties to respond by a specified date. It references legal representatives and court procedures, with instructions for participants to show cause and comply with notices. The text includes garbled phrases but centers on official pleadings, deadlines, and attorney involvement.
The English Opera Company a mixed vocal quartet and pianist perform scenes from opera and songs at the School Auditorium on Wednesday January 26. Cast includes Walter W. Flora Edith K. Tschumy Anna States Harry C. Lombard and Marie Bolen. Tickets 35 cents, reserved seats 50 cents. Season tickets cover January 26 and Royal Male Quartette in March.
Death of Jacob Rush at his Elizabeth home on January 4 is noted. He was eighty years old and leaves a wife and three children, with a long record as town clerk, justice of the peace, and trusted bookkeeper. Funeral services were held at the Elizabeth Presbyterian church with Rev. Ralph Carson officiating. Burial followed at Rose Hill cemetery.
Annas M Montgomery born October 11 1838 died January 7 1916 aged 77 years 2 months 27 days. She married David Montgomery November 1 1567 and they had eight children. Funeral at home with Rev C L Carmichael and burial at New Amsterdam cemetery. Ward's Grocery advertises reopening January 15 with new stock and prices.
Read letters from Marinette Wisconsin and Detroit Michigan praising Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as an alternative to surgery for female troubles. The testimonials claim relief from pains and weakness after medical advice suggested operation. Readers are invited to seek confidential advice from Lydia E Pinkham Med Co Lynn Massachusetts.
Announcement column lists candidates for the Democratic nomination in the primary election scheduled for Tuesday March 7 1916. The notice names the hopefuls and notes the voters must participate in the party primary to select the nominee.
Congress candidate Jacob L. O Bannon and rival William Be Cox vie for the Democratic nomination in Indiana's Third District. Both entries indicate candidacy pending the district party's action.
William Habermel is a candidate seeking the Democratic nomination for Joint Representative for Harrison Wood Flood counties subject to the action of the Democratic party of those counties.
Roy Graves, Sherman Briscoe and Frank Cunningham seek the Democratic nomination for Harrison County auditor subject to party action in the county. Each candidate appears in the slate awaiting the party process to determine the nominee.
James A. Watson announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Clerk of the Harrison Circuit Court subject to party action and primary processes.
William Hauswald enters the Democratic primary process for the Harrison Circuit Court clerkship, with party action in Harrison County pending to determine eligibility and support.
Henry H Wise and Peter J Drutsch are Democratic candidates for the Har rison County coroner nomination, subject to the action of the county Democratic Party. Both names appear in official notice of party processes and eligibility.
Philip Herter Brank Lotich David Pouts Andrew Burchler are listed as Democratic candidates for Harrison County Commissioner in the Second and First Districts subject to the action of the Democratic party in the county. The notice outlines party nomination procedures and district designations.
Sealed bids for Taylor township fill in Harrison County Indiana are due by 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Auditor's office Corydon. The project spans a new bridge with a west end 150 ft long 28 ft bottom width 11 ft top width and 12 ft high and an east end 200 ft long 98 ft bottom width 14 ft top width and 12 ft high. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. J L O Bannon Auditor Harrison County.
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