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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1908
Page
5
The hunting geastn for squirrely is open from July 1 to November 1. Local notices report community events, visits, and updates from Harrison, New Albany, and surrounding towns with names such as Percy Harbot Blanche J Hiott Bettie Riddle and Mrs Wm Daniel among others.
Harrison county items record Kemen or the Horn sale set for July 18 at 1 PM near the Red Mill. Also March 4 1909 is noted for the next U S President inauguration. Other snippets mention heat illness, medical meetings, auctions, sales, and Alaska teaching assignments with local commentary on shopping locally and regional industry.
Hon. Stokes Jackson Democratic State Chairman attended the Congressional Convention in New Albany and conferred with leading District Democrats. He is praised for his appearance and qualifications and pledges energetic work for the party through the election. Every Democrat is urged to contribute to Democratic ticket success in November.
The Democrat editor urged Hon Thomas R Marshall Democratic governor candidate to visit Corydon, Indiana, during the campaign. Marshall acknowledged Corydon’s importance and said he would request an appointment there, promising to inform the state campaign committee. Harrison county residents are urged to hear him.
The Horn farm near Laconia to be sold at public auction on Saturday July 18 1908 at 1 PM. Items include a binder mower cultivator double corn plow wagon cider mill and household goods plus 80 acre farm with improvements. Cash for five dollars and under. over five dollars nine months credit with promissory notes and freehold surety. Henry Horn and others W A Russell auctioneer.
North Dakota correspondent shares a letter from Herman Albin Bantry North Dakota describing a three day Old Settler's Reunion at Towner McHenry County. He notes dedication of a new pressed brick courthouse on June 17 and highlights population growth and rising property values since eight years earlier. He remarks on Harrison County politics and the strong Republican stance ahead of fall elections.
Gospel Tent Meetings will be held near Wesley Chapel Harrison county Ind three miles east of New Amsterdam July 10 to 26 1908 Daily 10 A M and 7 30 P M Sunday 10 A M 2 P M and 7 30 P M Interdenominational Evangelist Lew W Standley and daughters of Cincinnati O Singing Evangelist C C Rinebarger of New Albany Ind will be present Plenty of shade on the camp grounds Tents and supplies welcome to stay on grounds free of charge Meals served on grounds For further information write to Miss Mayme Coffman Mauckport Ind R R No 2 ki 3
Large farm six miles from two railroad towns and ten miles from the county seat. Mostly pike roads, near P. O., three quarters tillable soil and one quarter timber. Two live springs, a stream and a cistern, with all necessary buildings. Sold cheap for cash. Inquiries by mail to K. C. care Democrat Office Corydon Indiana.
Community event at the Fair Grounds aims to entertain attendees with a festive Fourth of July program. Organizers promise family friendly activities, live music, and spontaneous fireworks to cap the holiday.
The Democrat lists subscribers since the last report, including Pleasant Jenkins, John Redick, Sam Wright, John Kintner, H P Pinaire, S W Glenn, Wm Grove, Joseph R Johnson, Dr James Campbell, H E Farnsley, Robi McFarnsley, Geo M Jenkins, Jacob Pawrer, and others. A pasted testimonial for Kodol for Dyspepsia from Hon. Jake Moore of Georgia endorses the remedy, noting rapid relief and renewed health. Col W C Roose is appointed traveling deputy Fish and Game Commissioner for Southern Indiana, with reporting instructions at 914 West Eighth Street, New Albany.
In New Albany at Market and Bank streets the Hotel Ashland welcomes guests. Proprietor Mrs. N Button and manager Mr. J B Walker offer comfortable rooms and meals in the renovated St Charles Hotel with reasonable rates. February 12.
Lew M. O Bannon of Corydon Indiana announces ten years of experience handling all pension claims and now admitted to practice before the Pension Bureau and the Interior Department in Washington. He offers to secure pensions for those entitled by law and asks writers to include postage for a reply.
In New York nurse Mother Gray claims an aromatic herb remedy named ausTRALIANueEAF treats female weaknesses, backache, kidney and bladder troubles. Sold by Cruegists or mail order 50 cents. sample free at The Mother Gray Co Lesoy NY.
Elizabeth Camp No 5997 M W of A hosts a picnic at Rogers Camp Ground located 14 miles west of Elizabeth on Saturday August 8. Local members invite families and neighbors to join with games and social time.
Anie announces a comfortable Corydon home for sale on easy terms and invites inquiries at 1733 George Ritchie. Ritchie Brothers of Centralia Illinois visited Corydon to photograph views for picture post cards to be sold at Riely’s drug store. Bert Barber of Elton Wisconsin praises DeWitt’s Kidney and Bladder Pills after four doses.
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