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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1901
Page
8
A eulogy note speaks of a sister Nannie lost several days ago. The family reflects on grief and a vacant home, acknowledging an absent friend and the eternal joining of the angel band. GBACE BAXLEY signs the tribute.
B Y P U Chicago offers round trip fare from Chicago for travel July 25 to 28. One fare applies for the round trip via Monon Route with return by July 30 and deposit with agent valid through August 24.
Classified notice seeking a tenant to run a small fruit and general farm with housing provided and a preference for German applicants. Includes contact: S. Duncan. Also contains assorted snippets on medicine endorsements and local notices.
A Harrison County records summary lists numerous conveyances including Nancy C. Wibbert to James A. Wibbert for 13 acres, David F. Deweese to C. J. Heuser with three O Bannon lots, and John H. Long to Rebecca Richard for 40 acres. Other transfers cover 8 to 60 acre parcels, lot interests in Corydon and Slaughter's addition, and several deed references recorded by Henry W. Denbo.
Advice cites overeating and rich foods as causing heartburn, urging slow eating, thorough chewing, and six hour meal gaps. If fullness appears after meals, take Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets to avoid heartburn. Sold at Crosiers Corner Drug Store.
The record lists apportionment details by townships and corporations as of July age inst, including total apportioned 1128764 and school revenue 1048346. Towns such as Harrison Boone Posey Franklin Washington Taylor Webster Jackson Spencer Weg Scott Corydon Elizabeth Lanesville Mauckport New Amsterdam New Middletown Crandall and others are named with various amounts shown.
The advertisement touts Boschee's German Syrup as Dr A Boschee's celebrated prescription. It claims rapid lung relief for coughs and colds with the medicine being non experimental and widely sold since 1868. Three doses said to relieve ordinary coughs, price seven cents. Green's Prize Almanac is advertised.
Nancy A. Johnson died July 14 1901 at age 65 leaving 9 living children and 1 infant death. She worshipped Lutheran in childhood, joined the Christian church about thirty years ago, and died in faith. Funeral July 16 at the Christian church in Georgetown cemetery laid to rest.
Henderson North Carolina citizen J A Kelly recalls a common ailment and credits Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with quick relief after a summer dysentery attack. Sold at Crouter’s Corner Drug Store.
Lanesville reports A M Eisert Sr on the sick list and a new baby boy born to Mr and Mrs Henry Zabel. Crops in the region expected to fall far below average. Catholic church steeple repaired after lightning damage. Mrs A M Eisert visiting ill daughter Mrs John Bruch at Greelyburg. Rev Wm Zabel and family from Sibley county Minn visiting Mr and Mrs John Redick and family. Miss Mary Grantz of Louisville visiting grandmother Mrs Judith Deig and will visit her parents Will and Sophia Grantz of Crawford county next week.
Indiana admitted in 1816 has 92 counties and a gross area of 37 589 square miles. The state reports 12 000 public schools 14 colleges and universities 9 000 miles of gravel highways and agricultural product valued at 200 000 000 annually. Population stands at 2 516 462 with rapid growth over past centuries and 446 times 1800 figures.
A severe heat spell hit the Mississippi Valley with unprecedented intensity. Cities along the river reported extreme temperatures and widespread heat effects. In Corydon and Louisville readings spiked while Indianapolis logged similarly high values as residents faced the sizzling conditions.
J H Davis is on the sick list and Mrs Reader Marshall is convalescing. Rev Hile preached an interesting sermon last Sunday. Mr and Mrs John Martin of Palmyra were guests of Mr and Mrs Spencer Harrell. A large number of friends paid Sherman Conrad a pleasant call with well filled baskets last Sunday.
A 19th century style ad touts Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a universal remedy for constipation indigestion sick headache and stomach trouble. The guaranteed cure is advertised as available from all druggists and invites reader trust with broad endorsement.
The undersigned offer ready supply of building lumber and can cut barn or house patterns to order. Call to leave orders at the mill in Heth township or with Watson & Thomas. DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve promoted for cuts burns and scalds. Beware counterfeit products from other sellers. L. A. Rely & Son.
Statewide notice for non residents Edmond Lahue Clara Lahue to appear in Harrison Circuit Court Corydon September term 1901 to answer cross complaint by Peter Woertz for mortgage lien foreclosure. Defendants must appear on first day of term or face judgment in their absence. dated July 13 1901.
Wheat yields impress as John Schwartz shows improvement. Jake Bruner remains ill. Miss Julia Heishman visits parental home. Wo Lang returns from Evansville. Frank Feller and Harvey Amy travel to Knox County. Zebbie Heishman returns from Knox County and plans to put up a store.
Mr F H Wells of Deer Park Long Island recommends Chamberlain's Pain Balm as the best liniment for strains. He cites a severe side lameness from a strain last winter and reports quick relief and cure from its use. For sale at
A fragment notes an eating contest held at Pin Hook schoolhouse with a claim that Ben Splutters ate nine heads of cabbage and later avoided illness by taking a spoonful of Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin sold at all druggists.
Central community notes S D Tindall on the sick list. Daniel Rhodes and wife also ill with Dr Daniel caring for them. Corydon's Nick Pitman seen on streets. Charles Smith builds a new farm east of town. Ben Hur Court hosts ice cream supper. Wesley Chapel day school events draw attendees. Ed Drillett of Elizabeth visits for fertilizer matters, aided by S D Tindall. SNUBBS advertises Kodol Dyspepsia remedy from L A Areny & Som.
The article promotes Pluto Spring at French Lick as the best natural medicinal water, claiming superior health benefits versus famous French and German springs. It notes new management and moderate rates and invites inquiries for particulars.
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