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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1903
Page
4
The column laments Roosevelt’s late bid for Southern delegates and predicts anti trust legislation battles in Congress. It notes Wall Street’s prosperity amid urban hardship, hints at state politics with Hill or Parker as potential Democratic successors, and critiques Indiana leaders Beveridge and Darsway, plus a proposed County Comptroller consolidation.
Senator Askren introduces a bill to shift county offices and judges to January 1 with term extensions as needed. Denbo pitches street alley reconstruction and food adulteration controls for animals. A new apportionment plan redraws districts in Boyd, Harrison, Crawford, Floyd, Washington, Clark, and others. Voting machines become compulsory in several counties. County Council pay proposals suggest 42 per day plus 2 for special meetings. Senator Gard’s salary bill links pay to population and 10 percent of fees. Quail killing and egg destruction prohibited for five years. Farmers Institutes favor such laws. Lopp proposes raising teachers wages multiplier to 2.3 percent. A committee on education reviews the bill. A notable figure near Muncie, once prosperous, is critically ill at home.
Prof John M. Bluss, formerly principal of New Albany High School and superintendent of the city schools, served as superintendent of public instruction of the state.
A newspaper notice promotes Dr. Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney and urinary issues. It explains tests like urine sediment and back pain, lists benefits such as reduced night-time urination, and invites readers to request a free sample and an informational book by mail from Binghamton New York.
The piece applauds Denbo's Anti-Trust Bill in the House, claiming it would curb trusts if enforced. The editorial criticizes Senator Dawsman and a joint resolution to amend the state constitution to strip voters of judicial elections, labeling it an insult to voters.
Uncle Adam Snider remains ill as Dr. Boston plans a new dwelling for him. Institute teachers pleased Trustee Martin with a gold watch. George Ellis and wife return from Louisville after visiting their daughter. Mr. Ellis enjoys improved health. Monday of New Albany and Flora Fouts of this place wed and will reside in Falls City. Pierce Fouts and wife travel to Maggie Langford’s bedside as she suffers stomach congestion. Rev Walls to conduct a protracted meeting soon.
J H Weber of Cascade Ia endorses Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tab Jets as a trusted remedy for dullness after meals bad taste biliousness loss of appetite and constipation. The drug is sold at Crosier's Corner Drug Store.
The Democrat notes Rev. Moore is holding consecutive meetings at the local venue. Profs Kannaple and Shaffer manage schooling which progresses well. James LeMay and family visited Wi H Crecelius Sunday. Otto Snvider suffered severe injuries while coasting a few days ago. Roscoe Crecelius visited Ed and Annie Wolfe Sunday.
School report shows enrollment 16, withdrawals 7, pupils present 152, absent 114, attendance 95 percent. Daily attendance average 4é.0. library holds 17 books added to library, total 64. Principal Ashton and Rachel Sherman assist. The store post office and school opened. Rev Fuleham conducts well attended meetings at Drile's. Smallpox scare subsiding as mumps decline.
Inwood Iowa mother recounts how Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy saved her son from a life threatening croup attack. She bought the medicine from A J Steere and administered it every ten minutes until the child began to improve, crediting the remedy with keeping him alive. Crosier’s Corner Drug Store lists it for sale.
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