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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1921
Page
6
The Corydon Indiana post office is listed under foreign advertising representation with the American Press Association. Circulation 2406. Lew M. Brannon is editor and proprietor. Waterco.
The notice lists subscription terms with county options. Out of county must be paid in advance, including six months in county or out of county and three months in county or out of county. A one year term is implied with specified regional payment requirements.
In a call for better tourist facilities, Corydon and Wyandotte Cave draw increasing visitors from a growing auto tourist trade. The piece urges a designated rest stop near Fair Grounds with spring access and large welcoming notices, noting historic sites like the Old State Capitol and Constitution Elm. It also mentions local repair services Feller & Kellem for buggies and autos.
Real estate ads announce multiple farms in Harrison County with details on size from 25 to 219 acres. Properties feature timber, meadows, orchards, various house sizes, barns, outbuildings, wells, and proximity to Corydon New Middletown and pikes. Old Capital Real Estate Agency and John Roudenbush of Corydon listed with contact details.
Edgar C Tuell a sixty year old Louisville music teacher died unexpectedly at his home 2404 Portland Avenue at 2 36 yesterday morning after an illness that began earlier in the day He was a New England Conservatory graduate and a member of the Kentucky Music Teachers Association He is survived by his widow Mary Porter Tuell two sons Wilford and Porter E Tuell and two granddaughters Funeral services will be held at 2 30 tomorrow at the residence Burial will be in Cave Hill Cemetery
Two high quality Kentucky jacks for sale, five and six years old, eligible to register. One stands fifteen and a half hands high, the other sixteen hands high. Contact Eureka by phone 829 tf. F D McDonald Depauw Indiana RR2.
The Indiana League of Women Voters advances education in citizenship and supports laws, not advocating or opposing amendments. It conducts forums on state constitutional amendments, focusing on Amendment No 1 citizenship amendment that aligns the state constitution with the federal one by removing male voting qualification and ensuring only citizens vote.
All Harrison county readers should know what Ham mer Printing and Office Supply Co offers at 211-213 5th Street Louisville with Chas T Boone as President and Manager ready to assist. The ad lists pens pencils ink paste mucilage waterman fountain pens erasers rulers scales paper clips scissors and many other home and office supplies. For sale items and local news items follow in the issue with notes on Carnation flour and local events in Corydon and Morgan township.
Illinois Governor Len Small and Lieutenant Governor F E Sterling, with banker Vernon Curtis, were indicted by a Springfield grand jury for fraudulent use of state funds when Small was State Treasurer. They allegedly loaned funds at high interest and kept about 1.7 million dollars improperly. Small and Sterling resist arrest claiming no criminal charge against the governor.
The article notes William Howard Taft, newly appointed Chief Justice, will stop writing on political topics from a party stance. It argues he sacrificed convictions for party alignment, referencing Hughes as another who surrendered League of Nations beliefs for political gain.
Dowling McGrain of this place suffered a severe injury Tuesday afternoon July 18 while he and two companions were moving logs down a steep hillside above Big Indian Creek near the North bridge. A log jumped and struck him, but brush and rocks prevented a fatal crush. Dr. John C. Bottorff treated him, and he has steadily improved and expects a full recovery.
The Paoli Chautauqua featured the Redpath troupe with daily programs that drew hearty applause. Twelve guarantors were assessed 55.00 each to cover a shortfall, though their efforts were praised. the event is assured for next year with one hundred guarantors signing to return.
The Country Gentleman promotes farming as a primary business and offers guidance on market strategies soil-based crop selection and farm improvements. It promises practical advice to boost eggs milk and yields and to maximize farm life socially and financially. Also includes sale notices for four horses and a fresh cow with calf from Emmett Reed Central Indiana.
The large painting of the Constitution Elm by Corydon artist Sid Crosier is back in Corydon and hanging in the Public Library after a yearlong Indiana tour. Local supporters, led by Mrs. Jesse W. Riddle, organized a fund to raise about 150 dollars for the painting and its framing, with many residents expected to contribute small amounts to keep it on display until a new courthouse is built. The article also notes a state highway contract bid process in Harrison County for the A. J. Thomas road with bids due August 6 1921 and a double bond requirement.
The State Board of Education last week granted Hfe high school certificates to a list of teachers including John A Reising. Reising was born and raised locally and has taught for several years at Fort Wayne.
For sale a team of large work horses or will trade for stock. Phone through Laconia or address J. B. Blunk Elizabeth. June 22.
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