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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1912
Page
8
Steel vault boxes rented by keyholding renter for deeds notes contracts insurance policies jewelry and other small valued articles. Annual rent set at 1.00 dollars with secure storage in the Corydon National Bank vault.
In Floyd County Judge W C Utz granted one divorce for every six marriage licenses issued by County Clerk W F Ruoff in 1911, a ratio near the state average. Floyd issued 28 licenses and granted 62 divorces, with 46 wives and 16 husbands as the decreed parties. N A Tribune.
Catholic Church notices detail service days for Corydon and New Middletown. Corydon holds Mass sermons and Benediction on the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 10 am with Sunday School at 2 30 pm and Monday Mass at 7 80 am following each. Children's Communion day is the Saturday before each 2nd Sunday, with Catechism at 8 45 pm and Mass at 8 am. New Middletown observes Mass and Benediction at 10 am on the 3rd Sunday, Sunday School at 2 30 pm, Catechism on the first Saturday before the first Sunday at 2 pm, and Children's Communion day on the first Sunday. Weekday Mass is 8 am. In effect until May 1st 1912. tf Rev E L Quade.
Relatives and neighbors hosted a May 22 birthday gathering for James Conrad at his home. About 120 guests attended as 24 large cakes accompanied by coffee and dainties were served. The moonlit yard offered games for the young and music for all, as the group shared good wishes and convivial chatter.
Sunday School drew a good crowd at the place last Sunday. Children’s services are planned for Sunday June 9. A new belfry and bell have been installed at Oak Grove church. Mr and Mrs Leo Quebbeman and their daughter Mdith visited Mrs Q’s parents over the weekend. Several local youths attended the dedication of Ethsemane Church at Pleasant Valley on Sunday May 19.
The piece argues Roosevelt charms the public with progressive speeches while acting inconsistently in office. It notes voter fatigue with Republican rule and desire to escape special interests, preferring a figure who will improve political and social conditions. It also advertises Nyal's Vegetable Prescription as a household safeguard.
If you suffer from bleeding or prolapsing piles you can learn a home treatment that claims immediate relief. The ad promises a free trial sample and permanent care, asking readers to write to Mrs. M. Surmmes, Box P, Notre Dame, Indiana.
The Salem Democrat publishes a four page Salem High School Edition with a complete write up of the school, nine instructors, and the brick building. It notes fifty four graduates this year thirty one men and twenty three women and features a junior group expected to graduate next year.
Mr and Mrs Iler Roby spent Sunday with Harrison Roby and family. P C Bullett of New Albany made a business trip here last week. Harlen Brown visited grandparents Samuel and Mrs Boone last week. Jade and Dora Faith stayed with Mary Meys family Saturday and Sunday. Shelvin Frakes and daughter Ithel visited Isaac Frakes on Sunday. Carrye Loone Eleye Boone Stults and Leora Byrum visited Harrison Roby Saturday night. Chace Carrol James Holliday and Stoy Anderson home from Danville for vacation. Santa Shireman visiting uncle B H Beanblossom and Kenneth. They attended the funeral of Miss Rada Best at Mt Zion.
John S. Burgess reports thirty years of trial with doctors and products before using Rawleighs Ru-mexol and achieving complete cure. He endorses the remedy for eczema and blood diseases and notes availability via Ralph V. Stewart traveling salesman serving Floyd and Harrison counties in Georgetown Indiana.
One hundred sixty acre farm for sale located one and a half miles from the railroad station. Four room house, new barn, smoke house, and a good spring. Asking price is $1000. Inquire at this office.
No 33040. Will Wright offers breeding service for Black Jewell, a powerful black stallion, at his Rehoboth farm and Laconia on Saturdays. Limited mares accepted at $10 to insure a living colt. Care given but no responsibility for accidents. Mar 20.
The horse named German Coach is highlighted as a good horse to see this season. Jor BowER keeper J. W. Cunningham owns the horse, registered as m15-6w.
The Fine Percheron stallion Abou No. 53810 will stand the 1912 season at Elizabeth from April 1 to July 1. Foaled June 16, 1906, he is a black stallion with a small star bred and owned by Maiers Bros., St. Marys, Ohio and weighs over 1800 pounds. He is registered by the Percheron Society of America in Chicago and carries both American and foreign registry numbers. Pedigree details trace through Denis and Valtina with multiple generations listed, with certificates dated June 12, 1908 in Chicago Illinois.
Will Maxwell a horse foaled June 15, 1909 by Blue Maltese out of Black Jewels stand for a limited number of mares at 12 dollars to insure a living colt. Registry certificate is held by owner and available on application. The keeper is Harry Lemmel with terms by Evrton owner.
I have secured the Metz agency for Harrison County and display the 22 Roadster at my Corydon garage three doors east of the Post Office. The 22 hp four cylinder water cooled car seats two or three, delivers 25 to 30 mpg, 100 miles per pint of oil, 8,000 to 10,000 miles per tire set, and climbs hills as well as pricier rivals. Detailed specs on request. Don’t order before seeing the Metz 22.
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