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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1919
Page
5
Governor James P. Goodrich said Indiana will call a special session in late August or early September to ratify the federal amendment granting women the vote. He cites hope that other states will also act, aiming for a two thirds majority among the states before the November 1920 election.
Miss Lena Robinson on the silk list. Dale Williar in Elizabeth last Friday. John May and Nathan Williar in Corydon Thursday on business. Wm. Robinson with relatives in Louisville last week. Rev. White of Laconia preached at E I Presbyterian church Sunday night. Nate Wilbiam in Brandenburg last Wednesday. Miss Mary Jones visiting Elizabeth. Edward Bartley moved from Laconia to the area. Wm. Robinson bought a home in Louisville. Thomas Jones spent weekend with homefolks. Rev. Alva Bennett of Elizabeth spoke on the Second Coming at M E church. Aunt Margaret Ferree ill at daughter Mary Cunningham’s home. Dr. Weaver called. Cyrus Ferree near West Point and Mrs. Elmer Brown of Louisville mentioned. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Williar and sons visited Elizabeth. Congratulations to Joel Russel and Jesse Johns in North Boone and York Nebraska. Nathan Williar returned home after visiting Louisville and Midway connections. Tamathil at old stand offers lunch and cigars. Peter Elbers, Lanesville address.
Victor Keller and wife returned to Des Moines after visiting his parents in Scott township for ten days. Keller, a former solver in the US Army, spent eight months overseas with Headquarters Co. 31st Infantry, 79th Division, near the East Meuse Sector of the Verdun front, where a minor head wound occurred. He plans to pursue carpentry work, and his wife, an Iowa native, enjoyed the trip and scenery along the Bine River.
A four room house with hall and bath and all outbuildings is offered for sale. The undersigned M Evans of Corydon Indiana advertises the property and invites inquiries.
Miss Gertrude Springer of Gran Saline Texas, studying voice in New York two years, gave a fine recital at the Methodist church. She charmed Corydon friends with Indian songs and the dramatic The Americans Come, proudly noting Cherokee blood. Accompanist Miss Mollie Keller accompanied the program.
James R. Ellis was born January 2, 1843 in Hayesville Dubois County Indiana and died June 11 1919 at New Salisbury aged 77. He served four years in the Civil War in Co D 38th Indiana and was twice wounded. He married Susie Beaty on August 18 1877 and they had eleven children, seven living including William B Mae Yada Verna Langford Charley Anna Trencin and Ethel Evans. Funeral June 13 1919 at New Salisbury with burial at Georgetown cemetery by Masons. He was a Justice of the Peace in Jackson township and joined the Christian church 35 years ago at Milltown. He leaves a sister Mrs Mattie Hardin and many relatives and friends. His wife and children thank friends for sympathy and flowers.
Classified notice offers a Ford sedan for sale promising first class condition and room for five. Contact available in Los Angeles Riverside Cors dor Sydney with a phone number for inquiries.
Wool sells for sixty cents per pound as V. FH. Bullett & Sone showcase Ahlbrand Rubber & Steel tire buggies and Deering Ideal Mowers. John H. Watson visits his son County Clerk James A. Watson. Adam Ketzner trades a farm for North Mulberry Street property in Corydon. Joseph McCarty returns from France with a German helmet and service details. Roy Evans builds a new office at his shop and takes over the Southern Hotel with renovations planned. Charles G. Smith leaves the hotel to move to the Old Capitol Farm.
Vallee Duggins son of Montgomery Duggins Webster two was discharged after fourteen months service ten months overseas. He helped train soldiers to disassemble a machine gun blindfolded to operate in darkness at the front. William L. Reinhardt son of Louis J. Reinhardt Indianapolis was discharged after a year at Camp Zachary Taylor. He managed official mail at Camp Taylor and Camp Knox and plans to resume hardwood floor contracting in Indianapolis.
Dr. Samuel Maurice Baxter of New Albany and grandson of local residents earned a degree in science or medicine as part of 126 University of Louisville graduates. The Courier Journal published his portrait with Addis Neal Robertson noting the first conferred degrees in science and medicine by the university.
A June 14 gathering at Henry and Miller's Hursttown home celebrated Roscoe and Claude Miller after recent military discharge. Roscoe served with the 30th Division in France and Belgium and was wounded. Claude served aboard the Battleship New York in the British Grand Fleet. Guests included numerous local families and friends, with refreshments of seventeen cakes, candies, nuts, and lemonade. A Puritan oil stove was noted as a comfort item.
A long standing tip explains using a weekly polish to remove yellow stains and slimy films from teeth. It argues standard dentifrices fail to clear deep discoloration and suggests a simple, known method for whitening without extra care.
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