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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1918
Page
4
Lin M. O Bannon editor and proprietor notes a watermarked post office entry in Corydon Indiana indicating second class matter.
A reader observes partisan attack lines in Republican editorials as war management criticism floods the papers. The writer notes discomfort with clipped and copied criticisms and says they avoid caustic political commentary during wartime.
The piece urges harmony between Democrats and Republicans during World War I, denounces harsh partisan attacks, and lauds President Wilson’s administration. It notes past scandals, defends wartime prep, and highlights July 4 1918 as a symbol of American independence and human liberty.
A historic July Fourth praise notes the 142nd anniversary of American independence and the U S government. It credits broad world recognition of the United States and cites actions in Cuba and Mexico as proof of peaceful aims and reluctance to seize territory or profits.
A long roster lists new and renewing subscribers across towns and states including Corydon Detroit New Middletown Louisville Evans Landing Indianapolis and Camp Shelby among others. Many entries show an X for new subscribers plus several military and postal addresses reflecting wartime subscriptions.
A collage of Harrison County items notes residents visiting Corydon and Kiowa County candidates. It lists Board of Review members, bank assessments, and local families plus a September primary for County Treasurer. Also mentions a drafted man selling Jersey cattle and bicycle goods at George B. Wahl's.
The Savings and Loan Association of Corydon declares a usual semiannual dividend of two and a half percent at its June 26 meeting. Total assets stand at 127 476 24 and, despite wartime loan campaigns, assets remain near the December level. The institution, organized January 1391, notes it has never paid less than five percent dividends and invites business.
Palmyra reports a string of social visits and arrivals downtown and in nearby towns. Miss Effie Morgan from Salem stayed with her aunt Mrs. Forsey Floyd, while Miss Bertha Catlin from Jeffersonville visited relatives here. A daughter arrived for Joe Zimmerman on the 27th, bringing joy to his household. Mrs. Mary Huffsteadter, widow of Levi, died Friday at seventy one. Funeral at Suhakeedvoning Church with Rev. Joseph Bunch. she leaves three daughters.
Good five year old black horse with a capable driver and reliable work ethic. Suitable for any job and location. Contact N. A. Nolot Bradford Ind via Palmyra Exchange at telephone 1263w.
The report lists John L. Walter as President and John W. Shuck as Vice President with Geo. C. Simler as Cashier. It shows resources totaling 155 962 83 and liabilities of 155 062 83 as of June 29 1918, including capital stock 25 000 00 and deposits 62 57 41 9. The document is sworn by George C. Simler cashier and notarized by Zelpha M. Stimler on July 1918.
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