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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1900
Page
4
Corydon Democrat issue page lists editors Chas W. Thomas and Chas B. Ellis as editors and proprietors. The notice shows post office entry as second class matter and office location in the Democrat Building. Terms indicate one year subscriptions with advance payment, including out of county rates.
A dated editorial voice questions Philippine self government and argues for trade balance and currency concerns. It notes a US trade surplus over two years of more than a billion dollars, with cash receipts limited and gold being withdrawn as exports falter in the season.
The DeMuckat endorses John T Ashton of Soone township as a candidate for Clerk praising his competence honesty and long service. He has twice run unsuccessfully but remains a strong Democrat and would likely win if nominated. He is about 50 and has been a farmer and businessman including merchandising and a saw mill.
After solicitations from friends across the county B F Thomas of Franklin township announces his candidacy for county treasurer. At about sixty, he is a farmer and the current township trustee, known for honesty, industry and good social qualities. If nominated and elected he would be a competent official.
Ed B Love of Heth township is announced as a candidate for Commissioner of the third district. A prominent farmer who has taught school for many years, he is described as honest and well qualified and would be a strong man on the ticket if nominated.
Candidates assert priority on the issue, mounting campaigns and statements to influence voters. Local officials remain neutral as public debate centers on policy implications and potential outcomes.
C A Bline announced as a candidate for Clerk of Harrison Circuit Court. Albert born in Harrison township about 38 years ago, worked on farms and as a blacksmith, now in Corydon since 1884, a lifelong Democrat active in campaigns. He is described as genial, well known across the county and likely to draw strong support.
Eli Miller column notes Kili Miller of Heth township as a Democrat candidate for Sheriff. The 35 year old farmer is praised as honest industrious and well connected with many friends supporting his nomination. He has not held office before and would run a full county canvass if nominated and elected.
The article endorses Prof. L V Brown of Harrison township as a county teacher with long farming ties. It lauds his speaking ability and party alignment, arguing he would win nomination and be an earnest faithful representative in the Legislature.
Philip E. Lotich is named by Tue Deyo-CRAT as the Democratic candidate for Harrison County sheriff. The article notes he is widely known in the party and would strengthen the ticket with a fearless and efficient approach.
Ed D Mitchell announced as a candidate for Prosecuting Attorney of the Crawford and Harrison circuit subject to the Democratic convention. Born in the county, 33 years old, he rose from humble beginnings, trained in law with J I P Marsh and at Louisville and Kentucky University. He practiced in New Albany and Corydon, formed a partnership with the late W N Tracewell, and cites notable cases while noting prior campaigns and county loyalties.
Ed O Connor of Boone township is announced as a Democratic candidate for County Treasurer. He is a 45 year old former Laconia store owner and Cleveland era postmaster now farming near his hometown. A prominent Odd Fellow, his popularity and party loyalty are highlighted as factors likely to win nomination and election. One lot baby shoes to close out at John Bennett's.
John H. Luckett of Crawford County is named as a candidate for Prosecuting Attorney of the district covering Harrison and Crawford counties. A 32 year old Democrat and former English teacher, he practiced law with J L Suddarth and built a regional reputation. The Birdseye News lauds his oratorical potential. The Hawaiian Islands population is 124214, with only 5210 of English or American birth or extraction.
The article explains that cod liver oil, while commonly recommended for consumption, is hard to take due to stomach upset and strong fishy odor. It suggests a question to physicians and hints at a solution developed when the authors began addressing the issue, though the exact remedy is not completed in the excerpt.
An old but touted remedy for throat and lung ailments, claiming superior tolerance and digestion. The advertisement emphasizes that Scott's Emulsion reduces taste and digestion issues, aiding early consumption and even advanced cases, priced at $1.00.
Samuel Davidson of Jackson township enters the race for County Assessor. A farmer aged fifty, he has eight years experience as township assessor and is a longtime political activist and committeeman. If nominated and elected he would serve as a faithful county official.
The Democrat names James M. Sherrill of Washington township as a Democratic candidate for Representative. A farmer active in campaigns, he is said to have an unshaken party loyalty and popular appeal. He plans a thorough canvass before the primaries and has never held office, but is deemed worthy of the position and a safe choice if elected.
Frenchtown residents report Annie Goss visiting her mother in Milltown last Sunday. Ed Henriott studies the blacksmith trade. Jefferson Smith is ill with lagrippe. John Clark expects to complete his new barn soon. Theodore Henriott purchased a fine horse from Eugene Baufle.
John F Habermel, 43, of Morgan township, seeks the county assessor post. A nine year township assessor and lifelong Democrat, he speaks German and English, favors lower real estate rates, and opposes raising general percentages.
Daniel J. Bowling is named as a candidate for County Assessor. The present assessor has served three years, praised by Democrats for his competence and reform of the office, saying Harrison County now has a trusted official.
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