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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1916
Page
2
The crisis with Mexico subsides as Carranza offers direct or indirect negotiations after Wilson’s ultimatum. The U S accepts talks while mobilized troops remain along the 1800 mile border to protect citizens. Washington reports gradual U S withdrawal as Mexican forces may take over border security.
The Glenwood Chautauqua is in session at Glenwood Park New Albany from July 8 to July 23. The program features music lectures plays and stories for children and aims to entertain and educate Harrison county residents with a varied lineup.
Marcus DPD. L. Stallings died at his home in New Albany last Saturday at 3 45 p m after eight months of cardiac asthma. He was seventy eight, native to the county, long time resident of New Albany, husband and father of one daughter Mrs A A Baker. He belonged to the Methodist church. The remains were brought to Rogers Chapel Posey township for burial.
The State Board of Forestry awarded prizes for essays on beautifying school grounds by planting trees and shrubs. Winners include Ruth M. Custer Logansport high school first prize twelve fifty and Ver Nice I Pruitt Terre Haute second prize thirty seven fifty. Mary B Kerr Rosedale first prize twelve fifty and Aubrey D Van Hook Russellville second prize seven fifty. The board will offer more forestry prizes in 1917 with subject to be announced.
The Union U B 8 8 will hold its Annual Celebration on Saturday July 22 at the Grove near the church 33 miles northeast of Elizabeth. All Sunday Schools and the general public are invited to attend for enjoyment with good speakers and singing. Flora LaDake Supt Wilbur Miffin Sec Herman Schoen near Elizabeth has bought a No 12 De Laval Separator from L P Zabel Co.
Mrs. Sarah J. Mason Williar, born March 26 1884, died July 6 1916 aged 83 3 10. She married George K. Williar November 25 1854, mother of Kensington D. and Henry Nathan living, Luella, and George Edwin deceased. Funeral held at Rehoboth with Rev Ralph Pearson.
Reports claim German losses rise as French British and Russians push forward. British officers are said to number in the hundreds among recent casualties while English forces gain trenches and reinforcements at Verdun. Heavy fighting continues across Europe amid warned economic strain.
A German submarine vessel the Deutchland reached Hampton Roads on Sunday carrying 1000 tons of dyes chemicals and mail then sailed to Baltimore and up the bay to Virginia. Commanded by Capt Konig with twenty nine crew the ship passed blockaders and plans to resume trade with the United States. The article notes the submarine’s speed underwater detection and potential to bypass British blockade and questions American wartime trade policies. Ford cars are promoted with a sales pitch urging demonstrations at W H Bullett & Sons.
Report from Corydon Indiana bank shows assets including 918 176 50 total loans 425 147 57 U S bonds and deposits. The document cites reserves cash items and securities with a sworn statement by W E Cook secretary and notary public Co B Hays on July 10 1916.
Farmers State Bank of Lanesville reports total resources of 96 550 54 dollars, nearing 100 000, with officers and stockholders pleased by increased business, careful patron attention, and public confidence in management. The document then presents the full report.
Report of the condition of Farmers State Bank at Lanesville Indiana at close of business June 20 1916 shows capital stock 25000.00 surplus 0.00 undivided profits 0.00 exchange discounts and interest 0.00 demand deposits 0.00 time certificates 0.00 total liabilities. Geo C Simler cashier swears the statement true before Notary S M Z E SIMLER on July 7 1916.
Condensed statement of the condition of the Farmers Savings & Trust Company Corydon Indiana at the close of business June 30 1916. Officers listed include B S Applegate president G W Applegate vice president and W E Cook secretary treasurer. Notary public C Blaine Hays swore this statement July 6 1916.
In Southern Indiana residents recall July 9 1863 the Confederate raid led by Gen John Morgan. The march crossed the Ohio River at Brandenburg and the Alice Dean explosion followed. Morgan’s forces moved toward Corydon and Salem before capture near Ohio. memorials urged in Harrison County for crossings and battle sites.
The Pleasant Ridge Sunday School event four miles south of Corydon moves from August 3 to July 22 due to conflicting dates with Heidelburg and Crandall. A splendid program is planned and all are invited to Pasant Ridge on Saturday July 22.
Miss Florence Wineinger daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Wineinger of Palmyra married Mr Paul Kahl of Ellingham Illinois last Thursday at Corydon. They returned to the bride's parents home for a family dinner and will establish their home in Ellingham Illinois.
A Duroc sow and two Jin sey heifers are for sale by J. H. Reas. A large gathering celebrated the eighty eighth birthday of Mrs. Andre A. Byrn at Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Dewitt home on July 3. Guests shared baskets, a meal, and music and rope swinging. George W. Applegate hosted a Friday evening gathering for Sherman Davis of Bloomington with about thirty relatives. Mrs Applegate sang and Eleanor Martin played piano on the north porch.
Read and heed a sale listing bulk prices on silk shirts dress shirts work shirts and wool suits with ladies pumps oxfords and children's slippers. Includes sizes 15 to 15½ and $12.50 to $15 suits discounted to $9.99 and various 2 to 3 shoe sizes.
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