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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1913
Page
2
The Corydon Democrat, established 1856, published every Wednesday with a circulation of about 3400. Lew M. O’Bannon and Octor Proprietor operate the paper as second-class matter at the Paree Ind post office. Rate card lists subscriptions for one year and shorter terms.
Insertion rates offered for display ads with special pricing for longer runs over three months. Notices to churches and admissions for events may incur charges per line. Rates shown include per line charges and free quotes available.
A fragmentary report reviews a lengthy congressional inquiry into influence peddling and lobbying linked to a candidate for governor. It highlights calls for transparency and notes involvement of the National Association of Manufacturers and figures such as Watson and Mulhall, with testimony expected before a senate committee.
Farmers prepare to thresh wheat as Mrs. Paul Puith of New Albany visits. Families visit relatives in New Middletown and Conta. Friendship class at Pfrinuers Chapel hosted an entertainment. A surprise party honored daughters Lael and Lallian Harbaugh with games and refreshments attended by local residents.
Miss Mary E. Mathes visited Jacob Peper. George Hickman bought a new buggy last week. Harbersons visited Philp Kintner. Hickmans visited relatives near Ramsey. Ruth born to Lou and Ruth Peper on the 2nd. named Ruth. Engleman family visited Wurm. Miss Mary I. Mathes stayed with Clem Bussabarger. Church held biweekly, Sunday school at the usual hour. Creorge Flock visited by Charley Peper and family. Heavy rain damaged fruit trees and telphone lines. Ice-wreath supper attracted attendees and money. Joseph Dixney and Fanny attended. Bussatarcer and Hossalarger family visits noted. Margie Bussabarger visited Van Peper.
A surprise party was held at the home of Mr and Mrs Rhodes on Tuesday night in honor of Elva Rhodes turning twenty. Guests listed include Jude Stover Mary Smith Jessie Smith Elma Watson Elva Rhodes Pearl Smith Shirley Albin Alta Smith Muril Amy Jade Smith Clarence Brown Harrison Borties Fred Bickel Arvil Miles Roy Kopp Fogal George Miles Wayne Love Will Stonecipher Raymond Rhodes Bob Fogal Eldon Smith Jed Rhodes Evra Kirkham Bill Albin Gilbert Smith Frankie Singleton Raymond Kirkham John Albin Jesse Dora Ora Witterman. Refreshments of peanuts candy and orangeade were served and guests departed late wishing Elva many more happy occasions.
Ingram Texas Mrs Jo M Evans says she suffered monthly from womanly troubles keeping her in bed a week. Since taking Cardus she reports improvement and stronger health. Cardus is described as a vegetable remedy acting on the cause and building womanly strength. Advice to ask a druggist and save through the Savings Association.
Last week featured social visits and health updates. Dr Weavers driving horse died last Monday. Walter Cooper of New Albany visits George Wolpert family while Mrs Ed Barger of near Chicago visits relatives. Mary Hooks returns home from New Albany and Miss Ines Kessinger trips to Charleston with pneumonia. Ladies Aid hosts ice cream supper despite rain and a June Jersey sale is noted.
Henry Kelley of 15 Spruce Street describes a dramatic recovery from tuberculosis after using Nature's Creation. He cites weight gain from 130 to 157 pounds, relief from night sweats, cough, and lung pains, and credits the remedy with his restored health.
Miss Jessie C. Sigler daughter of Mrs Jos Graves of New Salisbury and Harry Williams U S Express Agent at Terre Haute were married Thursday at the bride’s mother home Rev F C Raaf officiating Shortly after the ceremony the couple left for their Terre Haute home The bride was formerly a teacher and later a bookkeeper at the State Normal The Democrat joins friends in congratulations.
A reader reports their name appears in multiple state real estate price lists and directories. They are not an agent but seek guidance, noting offers to show listings and potential buyers for properties. The distribution includes broad state coverage and prompts concern over privacy and misdirected inquiries.
The Corydon Milling Co advertises a modern steel elevator at the White Mill that is fire and lightning proof. They offer no insurance needed and promise to buy wheat anytime at the highest market price, charging one half cent per bushel per month.
Advertises for a capable man to assist management of an established paying enterprise. State of security against loss cited. A liberal salary offered to the right person. For appointment for investigation and interview address N. A. W. this office. Also notes highest price paid for ginseng and yellow root by J. M. Berman dated my28stf.
Notice of Application for Liquor License requests a license to sell intoxicating spirits and malt liquors at a two story building in Bridgeport Posey township Harrison county Indiana. Applicant GEORGE ULNER states he has resided in the township over a year and intends to operate at the described premises.
Notice in Harrison Circuit Court September Term 1913 in Alice Hedden vs Richard Hedden. Plaintiff’s attorneys Warnham & QO Bannon file complaint and affidavit showing defendant Richard Hedden is nonresident of Indiana and must appear or answer at next term. hearing set for Corydon Court House on the second Monday in September 1913. Clerk Amos Lemmon signs.
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