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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1904
Page
3
Readable sales note lists furs cloaks skirts dress goods blankets underwear flannelettes and waists offered at sacrifice prices. The brief advert invites shoppers to seize the cheaper items now as a rare opportunity.
Edmond Berkshire has pneumonia. G W Churchill and family returned from California. Talk of a free mail delivery route north through Blue River township. Charles and Mrs Roman of Frenchtown visited relatives. Frank Butterfield injured cutting timber for J F Williams. J O Greene contemplates running for Blue River township Trustee. Fredericksburg M E Circuit meets Mt Zion January 30 31 with Presiding Elder Poacher preaching. A protracted meeting begins Sunday night.
A former Harrison County boy describes the Tularosa valley north and east of El Paso, its waterless desert, the white sands of gypsum and soda, drifting dunes, and a chilling note on murders carried out along the wagon road. The letter recalls a lava village, a Mexican cross marker, and the mysteries of the Roses of the Tularosa.
A local savings and loan association offers money on easy terms on first mortgage. The notice promotes loan availability and emphasizes accessible financing.
Mrs. Johanna Soderholm of Fergus Falls Minnesota fell and dislocated her shoulder. A surgeon reset it promptly but she suffered pain until Jierson bought and she used Chamberlains Pain Balm which quickly relieved her and helped her sleep for days. Its sale is noted at Crosier s Corner Drug Store.
Nine of thirteen Indiana districts held conventions on December 31 1903 electing Democratic District Chairmen who will serve on the State Central Committee. Named chairmen include Edward P Richardson Petersburg Gilbert H Hedren Bloomfield Capt Thomas Hanlon New Albany Lincoln Dixon North Vernon John G McNutt Terre Haute John D Megee Rushville J A M Adair Portland J Frederick France Huntington James Co Fletcher Knox. The remaining districts seven nine ten twelve will hold meetings in January to elect their chairmen.
When eyesight fades life loses charm, protect eyes before calamity strikes. Visit J. H. Arter’s in Laconia Indiana for properly fitted spectacles to restore youthful vision and correct refractive errors.
Farmers may connect and receive service to build and own their own lines under favorable terms. Cumberland Telephone and Telegraph Co asks interested farmers to contact local managers or write Nashville Tennessee. A creek bottom farm of 245 acres in Indiana is for sale with eight-room house two large barns and ample water. inquire Jacob Walter Sr at Crandall.
Eaton and Wiseman live stock dealers offer the highest market price for stock of all kinds and invite sellers to address them at Ramsey Indiana. Also an ad notes Grooms Tasteless Chill Tonic with iron and quinine and a no cure no pay claim priced at 50 cents.
New Salisbury residents report visitors from Corydon Crandall and Georgetown. Bertha Flock of Corydon visited relatives. Oswell Martin of Crandall stopped by Frank Crosby. Nellie Heuser of Crandall stayed with Virgie Dewees. Members attended an Odd Fellows oyster supper. couples from Hardinsburg and Foresman visited Arthur Davidson and Omer Fellmy during the holidays.
The wheat crop is badly damaged. Ed L. Watson of Moberly was in the area Sunday. George W. Windell plans to sell his personal property on February 10. Straud Fowler, ill with typhoid, is improving. Teachers Institute set for New Amsterdam next Saturday. M W A installed officers for the year. James Rickard visiting from Knox County. A pie supper will be held at the school next Thursday. all are invited.
Francis L Crayden is announced as the Democrat candidate for Assessor of Blue River township. Known as Frank he is about 40, lifelong Democrat, well educated and capable. He previously served as Hancock postmaster under Cleveland with notable satisfaction and would bring courteous service to the assessor role.
Coroner Nye's report for the three years ending 1904 lists 40 inquests by group including 23 white males over 21, 5 males under 21, 2 females under 21, and 6 colored individuals, with one unclaimed body. It notes the common croup cough and endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, sold at Crosier's Corner Drug Store, followed by an advertisement for enameled ware at Sam Vogt's.
Obituary for Geo A McIntosh born May 30 1866 in Orange County Indiana died Aug 19 1903 aged 37 married to Emma T Arnold Aug 21 1889. He taught in county schools and supported education. Survived by wife five children aged parents three brothers and three sisters. Burial prayer notes accompany remembrance of his loyalty to church I O O F and family devotion.
Hyomei is promoted as a cure for catarrh delivered via inhaler used four times daily. It claims to purify airways and blood, surpassing stomach medicines, with a complete outfit priced at $1.00 and a money back guarantee by L. A. Riely & Son.
Local reports allege neglect by Postmaster Mr Raake and criticise post office conduct. Some investigations were claimed groundless, while patrons complain about mail handling and access. Calls grow for a thorough, impartial inquiry with all sides heard.
Mrs Ada line Steitz longtime Harrison county resident died at St Edward s Hospital New Albany on the 4th of the month at ninety, due to infirmities of age. She had been in the hospital for several weeks. The body was taken to Bradford Tuesday for funeral services at the Catholic Church there.
James L Luckett offers a sales pitch claiming a suit today costs seven dollars less than yesterday and invites customers to see for themselves to be convinced. The drafted note promises a favorable deal and urges shoppers to visit.
Advertises farms for sale in Minnesota with offers to provide complete information and maps. Seeks land agents and lists address at Germania Life Building St Paul Minnesota. Notarial work available at the office.
The DEM OCRAT announces Eli Miller aged forty as a Democratic primary candidate for Harrison County Sheriff. He ran second four years ago to Sheriff Loitch, then supported the Democratic ticket, and once lost about $700 in a Republican reform era.
Mrs Sarah Curtis died at the Kintner House early last Thursday morning from injuries sustained in a fall last August. She was eighty years old. Her first husband James Patterson died in 1861. she married John Curtis in 1866, who died years ago. Survived by several children including Mrs George Shuck Mrs Doral Anderson Smith Patterson Mrs Peter Sonner Canton Tenn Mrs Ann Stonecipher Larned Kan Mrs Adeline Boley Scott township and Robert Curtis New Albany. Funeral held Friday afternoon by Rev H J Black, with burial at Jordan's cemetery south of town.
John F. Stoner Sr of Washington township died at home on the 6th aged 79 from heart trouble. He leaves three children John F Jr Elmer and Mrs Nettie Kintner. A longtime U B church member his funeral was led by Rev Zenor and he was buried at Pitman’s burying ground. Heed Sharp advertises a fresh cow for sale. Gud
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