Early History of Harrison County Representatives list
A compiled roster tracing Harrison county Indiana legislators from 1816 to 1840. Names include Dennis Pennington, James Slaughter, John Zenor, George P. R. Wilson, and John Tipton among others, with session dates and representative pairings.
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Senate
House of Representatives
Harrison County
Ind
Fins
Dennis Pennington
Johno Boone
Davis Floyd
Jacob Zener
Wm. WD. Littell
James B. Slaughter
Harbin H. Moore
Wm P. Thompson
Harrison
Crawford
Floyd
John A. Dunbar
Wm. P. Thompson
Jacob Zenor
Henry Green
John Tipton
Johno N. Dunbar
James J. Slaughter
Peter Muauck
John Zenor
Harrison and
Cawford
Benjamin Hurst
Thos. Posey
David G. Mitchell
John W. Payne
First National Bank Deposit Growth Through June 27 1903
Up to Saturday evening June 27 1903 two hundred eight individuals and firms had opened deposit accounts. The report shows assets growing from April 2 to May 2 and June, with figures progressing from 93,887.80 to 109,153.78 in the listed totals.
Dedication of Cedar Wood Congregational Church near Corydon
The old Heidelburg church site south-east of Corydon will host a July 12 dedication service at 9 30 a.m. Speakers will be leading Congregational ministers from Indianapolis. A united dinner will follow in the grove. attendees are urged to bring baskets and arrive early for seating.
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Heidelburg
Corydon
New Amsterdam Road
German Reformed Church
Cedar Wood
Don’t Stop Your Paper—A Fan’s Warning to Subscribers
A rant urges readers not to cancel subscriptions when angry. The writer notes papers move on, and editors could extract long term value from staying paid. He warns families lose a dependable news source and cites potential future benefits from continuing or reactivating deliveries.
Spectacles promised to restore youth’s vision at Arter’s
An advertisement notes spectacles that allegedly restore bright vision and correct refractive errors. It lists J. H. Arter at 8 Laconia, Indiana, as the place to obtain them. The tone urges readers to seek the eye aids for better sight.
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J. H. Arter
Laconia, Ind. Jyi
Death of Mrs Bean After Nine Weeks Illness
Mrs James M Bean died Sunday at six o'clock after a nine week illness. She would have been seventy five next December. Married in 1858, four children were born. three survive Mrs R J Tracewell Mrs Eda Wright of Washington DC and James A Bean of this place. Funeral held Monday at 3 PM from the family home Rev H J Black conducted services. interment Cedar Hill with many relatives and friends present. Mr and Mrs R J Tracewell and son Louis and Mr and Mrs Ed Wright of Washington DC attended.
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James M. Bean
R. J. Tracewell
Eda. Wright
Washington, D. C
James A. Bean
H. J. Black
Cedar Hill
Louis
Ed Wright
Legislative History of Harrison County Legislators
The Democrat begins a series by Hon. G. W. Denbo detailing Harrison county representation from 1816 to 1840. It lists names of members in both Houses and notes Denbo's qualifications from his own legislative experience. The article promises rare historical information of pioneer lawmakers.
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G. W. Denbo
Floyd County
Harrison County
the Democrat
Denbo
Horse killed after fright at approaching train
Henry Bye of near Ramsey lost a valuable horse last week in a peculiar accident. While plowing beside a railroad, the frightened animal ran downhill pulling the plow. The share severed its leg at the bottom, killing the horse valued at about 175 dollars.
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Henry Bye
Neary Ramsey
You Know What You Are Taking When You Take GROozs Tonics
An old warning highlights that GROozs Tastmitss Cur Tonics contain only Tron and Quinine in a tasteless liquid. The label promises No Cure No Pay and claims the formula is plainly written on every bottle.
Editor and preacher clash over truth and image
A preacher accuses editors of falsehood. the editor counters that truth hides behind whitewash and saintmaking. The exchange ends with the minister unsettled while the editor continues his work praising a bride seen as plain.
Costly Carelessness in Farm Machinery
Farmers will pay for machinery in the future if they neglect it now. Proper care from the start reduces expenses by about half, with painting, oiling, tightening screws, and sheltering equipment from sun and rain preventing faster wear.
Four Graduates in Boone Township Commencement
The Boone township commencement was held last Thursday evening at the Presbyterian church in Laconia with a program including Invocation by Rev Hartman and presentation of diplomas by Supt J Jenkins. Honors were listed for the graduates Elzie Pearl Brown Katie Crosier Sarah E Agnew and Orville Babcock.
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Boone Township
Presbyterian Church In
Laconia
Rev. Hartman
the American Statesman
Elzie Pearl Brown
Katie Crosier
Sarah E. Agnew
Woman Orville
Babcock
Supt
J Jenkins
Epitaphs in the Cemetery of Failure
A list exposing common personal flaws and hindrances to success. The speaker critiques tact, adaptability, perseverance, and practical application as key factors in achievement, noting weaknesses such as fear of failure, over sensitivity, reliance on others, and reluctance to finish work.
Death of John Troncin in Jackson township
John Troncin aged about 22 of Jackson township died the 25th of consumption. He was a son of Mrs. Elizabeth Troncin and had suffered for some time. The remains were interred at Hursttown burying ground last Friday.
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John Troncin
Jackson Township
Elizabeth Troncin
Hursttown
Death of Philip Lone at Corydon Area
Philip Lone, a respected citizen about 50, died at his home east of Corydon on the 26th from stomach trouble. A funeral was held Saturday with a large attendance of relatives and friends.
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Philip Lone
Corydon
Catarrh of the Stem When the Stomach Is Over
A fragment outlines a medical issue linking catarrh of the stem to stomach condition. It implies a relationship between digestive and respiratory symptoms though details are sparse. Further context from the source would clarify affected anatomy and recommended care.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Daniel C. Lane
Robert F. Hell
David C. Lane
Robert F. Bell
George Bently
Joseph Paddocks
VanTe
Herbin H. Moore
Jas. B. Slaughter
Frederick Leslie
Geo V R. Wilson
Nisbreenth
Geo
R. Wilson
Geo. P. R. Wilson
John Rener
Flerst
Wm. A. Porter
John Aener
John Z Zaner
David G. Mitchel
Nathaniel Albertson
Henry Kinzer
First National Bank
Heidelburg Congregational Church
Legislative History
State & Main Sts
New Albany
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