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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1903
Page
8
The speaker argues luck amid hardship noting neighbors’ wealth and freedoms while many innocent people suffer in prison. He emphasizes gratitude for not living in Kentucky where toil and inequality shape daily life and dreams. He contrasts harsh toil with others’ leisure and laments wrongful punishment.
The New York City public schools adopt a new eight year curriculum that eliminates foreign languages from elementary grades except as an elective in the final grammar year. The program emphasizes English, American history, nature study, elementary science, drawing, shop work for boys, and domestic science for girls, signaling a national educational shift.
The piece notes Pettus of Alabama the oldest in his second term and Bailey of Texas the youngest. It cites their birthdays on October 6 and compares ages across the Senate, listing long-serving members such as Allison and Cockrell, Hoar, Morgan, Aldrich, Hale, Hawley, Frye, and Cullom with service begun in the 1870s and 1880s.
The Blue River township public schools hold their annual commencement at Mt Zion church on Thursday evening June 1. Graduates include Will Briscoe Charlie Hunter Florence Miller Jay Churchill with topics such as Earnestness as an Element of Success and Better to Wear Out than to Rust Out. Barnie Barksdale gives the Welcome Address and County Superintendent Jenkins presents the diplomas.
Advertisement notes the Little Early Risers as a non purging laxative that even a double dose won’t gripe or sicken. It cites testimonials from W H Howell in Houston and Bob Moore in Lafayette praising gentle relief for constipation and headache. Crystal Laundry and Luckett's store listed as agents.
Capt F M Bartley and Levi Hickman form a partnership to handle W P Cole buggies. These buggies are not exceeded locally and prices are set extremely low. Call on them on South Market Street near Poplar to see their stock.
The Huntington Herald urges strict punishment for shooting song birds or vandalizing nests. It emphasizes birds’ key role in nature and farming, their song and beauty, and calls on every boy and girl to become guardians of birds.
LaDuke Wilson and Irma May Wilson were married in Corydon on June 3 by Rev. Black. Attending were Emma Mifflin and Charles Wilson. A reception at the groom’s home followed with many relatives and friends present and numerous gifts received.
An amusing Walloon peasant tale notes a man who planned to send two fine ducks to the magistrate to influence a neighbor dispute. His lawyer warned against it, yet the man won the judgment and revealed he sent the ducks in his neighbor’s name, sparking astonishment and admiration.
Quote about unfinished house plans reveals a disagreement between husband and wife over interior spaces including a large pantry and many closets. The moment ends with a joking remark praising the lie of the evening.
A humorous exchange from the Chicago Record-Herald shows Mr. Henpeck hoping for a big payout for ideas while Mrs. Henpeck warns of starving family outcomes. The brief quip alludes to a mercantile firm paying someone for ideas.
A playful dialogue shows Gerald seeking a kiss from Smart as Geraldine sits nearby with mother in the next room. The scene notes parental consent then the father’s involvement, in lighthearted illustrated gossip.
Chamberlain's Pain Balm advertised as an antiseptic liniment that speeds healing of cuts bruises and burns by avoiding maturation. Available at Crosier's Corner Drug Store.
An advertisement promotes Dr. Kilmer's Swamp Root as a cure for kidney and urinary ailments. It urges readers to test urine sediment, claims to relieve back pain and incontinence, and offers free samples by mail from Binghamton New York.
In 1861 a Patagonian hunting party noted no wind but trembling leaves and feared disaster. Sosa sensed a breath of wind before the leaves moved, predicting danger. soon Mendoza was struck by an earthquake killing 12,000. Docks halted in Rosario and Buenos Aires, with a minor shock near Carmen on the Rio Negro.
A columnist urges older job seekers to shed signs of age through grooming posture and courtesy. By dressing well and remaining engaged with youthful interests one can keep vigor and enthusiasm alive, maintaining relevance and preventing age from defining them.
Isaac LaHue Sr of Nevin Indiana will continue general veterinary work with focus on obstetrics of domestic animals, vivisections, venesection, pell evil, fistula and filing teeth. Medicine kept on hand for colic and emergency diseases. Prices reasonable. m6-6t
A local craftsman offers fast picture framing and upholstery services. J E McKinster guarantees quality work at reasonable prices and invites inquiries from Corydon Indiana.
The First National Bank seeks all pension checks arriving in Harrison county and will pay their face value. Ali-tf
In 1889 Oklahoma settlers faced harsh drought and heat causing severe diarrhoea. A neighbor provided Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy. after a big dose the patient slept and recovered within an hour. Cruiser's Corner Drug Store advertises the remedy.
Delinquent taxpayers are urged to settle with the Treasurer by June 20 to avoid extra costs and possible property levy. Edward O’Connor, Treasurer, warns that after June 20 delinquent books go to collectors. Swarens at Ramsey advertises ice for sale for events, with Sunday prohibition and delivery for a small fee.
By decree and order of sale in Harrison Circuit Court the sheriff will offer at public auction the real estate of Margaret J. Trotter plaintiff versus Thomas J Wolfe Dora Wolfe et al defendants. The property lies in Harrison County Indiana including parts of section 31 township 4 south range 3 east with 20 acres carved from the west side and 95 acres from the southeast quarter. First offered rents and profits for up to seven years. if not sold for writ satisfaction the fee simple interests may be offered. Philip E Lotich sheriff.
Coroner W. S. Nye of Harrison County Indiana reports inquest into the death of Luther Burdon a Louisville Kentucky resident. The body was found at Q T Berry’s residence in Taylor Township. Verdict states death occurred May 8 1903 at 6 pm from organic heart failure. Burdon listed as dark complected 5 10 with left leg amputated wearing dark suit. No valuables except an old silverine watch and two small account books delivered to brother W C Burdon.
Notice of petition filed by Jacob E. Good as administrator of Rebecca A. Good estate seeking court order to sell real estate to pay debts. Hearing set for September 11, 1903 at Corydon Court House. Clerk Charles A. Bline, Deputy Amos Lemmon. Attorneys: Weathers Stotsenburg & Breeden.
The administratrix of Joseph Bee's estate at Harrison Circuit Court will sell land near DePauw at public auction. Three equal payments: one third cash, one third in six months, one third in twelve months, secured by promissory notes with surety. sale date May 2, 1908.
Sealed bids will be received at the Trustee's Office Webster Township until 1 p m June 22 1908 for building a new school house in District No 2 Webster Township Harrison County Indiana Plans and specifications on file at my office The right to reject any and all bids is reserved Jacob H Vogt Township Trustee Webster Township dated June 1 1908.
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