Corydon Postal Notice and Rates Amid Publication Text
Fragmentary note from Corydon Indiana appears to cite post office handling and mailing terms. Mentions Democrat Building and pricing for one year in advance with listed rates.
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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1902
Page
2
Fragmentary note from Corydon Indiana appears to cite post office handling and mailing terms. Mentions Democrat Building and pricing for one year in advance with listed rates.
The pension bill passed and went to the House for 159 842 250 in expenditure. The Hepburn Nicaragua canal bill cleared the House with two opposing votes. Kaemeyer and Adams spar over tariffs, calling high duties the enemy of trusts. In Kentucky, James G McCreary won the Democratic caucus on the first ballot to succeed Deboe, taking seat March 4 1908.
The gathering led by G. Self included about a dozen postmasters and candidates for offices as he named delegates for the Third District convention. Abe Sieg and Dr Funk spoke, with strong partisan jabs at Democrats, ending after Capt. John Marshall gave the benediction.
Secretary Gage tells the Chicago Record Herald that money in circulation outside the treasury grew from $1,675,684,953 with $23.14 per person on March 1, 1897 to $250,256,230 with $28.73 per person on December 1, a $574,561,277 increase and $5.59 per capita. He questions the gold standard champion’s past claim that money was sufficient.
Democrats hold 99 of 138 seats in Kentucky Legislature with no contests. The prophecy that Goebel’s assassination would galvanize Republicans is framed as fulfilled. The last election gave Democrats majorities across appellate courts, Congress seats, railroad commissioners, and most senatorial and representative districts, with the caucus unified like a stone wall.
The Democratic State Central Committee elected William H. O'Brien of Lawrenceburg as State Chairman to succeed Parks Martin. O'Brien has long chaired his county and has served five terms as mayor of Lawrenceburg. He is described as a man of high standing, faith, and leadership for Indiana Democrats.
An ad-style piece promotes Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil as a cure for thinness caused by overwork or under-digestion. It claims the product balances work, boosts vitality, and helps those who cannot eat, while noting a sample is available and the genuine bottle bears the company label.
C L Dick notes farmers favor forming a county experiment station for better local climate suited research and closer access. Two proposed methods are petition funding to buy land and operate as a community owned venture, or selling stock at five or ten dollars to fund equipment with shared benefits.
George L. Hess announced this week as a candidate for Auditor of Harrison county, subject to the Democratic primary. He has served as deputy in the office for three years and is known for honesty and courtesy. Hess, born on a Franklin township farm, is of German descent, worked as a glass blower as a boy, and has remained devoted to Democratic principles.
The text announces C H Ginkins as a recorder candidate. It extols his Democratic credentials, prior campaigns, and willingness to help the party, calling him a loyal, successful businessman with strong character and experience.
The Sunday school elected Supt John Heth Assist Supt KE S Hallett Sec Judson Funk Assist Sec Emma Long Treasurer Howard Bennett Organist Mabel Conrad Assist Organist Clara Pfirmer Librarians Christine Thornsbury Annie Chambers The Secretary and Treasurer report a prosperous year Banner pupils were Christine Thornsbury present every Sunday and Nettie Lockhart with 104 consecutive Sundays.
Hon. Henry I. Budd of New Jersey and Governor Mount of Indiana stress the value of good roads. They argue roads attract investment, reduce mud-bound living, boost education and sociability, and raise farm land values by twenty to fifty percent as counties build comprehensive road systems.
A list of subscribers and donors from Corydon to Ramsey, New Middletown, Valley City, Crandall and beyond, noting names and towns. The notice invites readers to Croasier's drug store for a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets, advertised as the best physic for stomach disorders, biliousness and headache.
Auditor candidate James A. Moraf of Taylor Township runs in the Democratic primaries while George L. Hess of Franklin Township also enters the Democratic primary field seeking the Auditor post.
C H Ginkins and David M Miller, both of Harrison township, are candidates for Recorder subject to the Democratic primary. The notice lists each candidate and their party affiliation for the upcoming election.
On a last Saturday gathering friends celebrated Aunt Mary Bringle for her 51st birthday with a surprise dinner. Attendees included Master and Miss Mittie Bill among many relatives and neighbors. music by Lizzie Bringle.
By decree and order of sale in Harrison Circuit Court the Aultman Company sues Martha A. Elliott and William Elliott. The sale in Corydon Indiana covers 120 acres in Harrison County with two parcels, first rents for up to seven years, then the fee simple interest if rents do not meet writ, under Philip E. Lotich official seal.
A sheriff's sale is set for the Palmyra Lot 12 in Harrison County Indiana. John H. Martin sues William H. Brugh Maury E. Brugh and Reeves & Company and has levied on the property. The sale will occur at the courthouse door in public auction between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on the specified day.
A brief legal notation states a sum sufficient to satisfy a writ will be provided to a party identified as Philip Ek Lotich at 115 3w S. H.C. The fragment mentions terms and collection actions without further context or additional parties.
James A. Watson, Auditor Harrison County, outlines allowances for county commissioners.
One third cash one third in six months and one third in twelve months from the day of sale. Purchaser to secure deferred payments by notes drawing six percent interest from date with good personal or mortgage security on said premises. Charles L Fleshman, Commissioner, January 9 1902. Zenor and Jordan, Attorneys.
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