Corydon Democrat Post Office Notice
Watered a the post office at Corydon Ind at second class matter.
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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1918
Page
6
Watered a the post office at Corydon Ind at second class matter.
A compact notice outlines subscription durations by county status. It lists options of one year or six months with out of county and in county terms and mentions Mi Advance as a subscription option. The text reads like a classified notice for newspaper subscriptions with regional distinctions.
Ex congressman John C. Chaney editor of the Rockport Journal and Corydon Republican attacks Democrats and GOP rivals, praising Wilson’s leadership, noting Baker’s 700,000 troops abroad and plans to push about 160,000 more monthly. He defends Wilson’s staffing choices and accuses rivals of envy and unfounded charges.
Critics sought political capital by attacking Josephus Daniels and Newin D. Baker but faced praise from naval experts and prompt defense of the War Department. President Wilson ended the Aviation controversy by naming Charles E. Hughes to head an investigating committee, curbing further fodder for campaign material.
A London Times correspondent reports on America's first year in France noting 48 record achievements. He cites large troop numbers, strong equipment, progress in the aerial program, and rapid railroad construction as signs the Kaiser’s doom nears.
A newspaper notes its wartime columns avoid attacks on Republican officials yet foresees harsher remarks from Republicans against Democrats this year. It introduces an article from the Corydon Republican that argues the point in full.
The Journal defends Democrats against an insult attributed to ex Congressman John C. Chaney. Chaney's letter confirms his praise of Wilson's election for national unity and war support. The piece condemns Republicans for disloyal insinuations and urges restraint amid wartime partisanship.
Washington report details Indiana Republican leaders arranging ten U S Senators to visit Indiana. Names include Lenroot Wisconsin France Maryland Harding Ohio Poindexter and Jones Washington Sherman Illinois Alden Smith Michigan McCumber North Dakota Wadsworth New York and Johnson California. Analysts note internal clashes over strategy and Durbin’s influence while Will Hays drives for a strong year record.
Knights are urged to attend a planned work at Esquire Bank on Thursday night June 20. The notice calls all Knights to be present and ready for action.
A regional campaign promoting taxpayer solidarity urges every wage earner to unite for fiscal reform. The message highlights burdens on middle incomes and calls for coordinated action among unions and businesses to pressure lawmakers.
A Rockport Journal and Corydon Republican editorial denounces partisan attacks while urging Republicans and Democrats to keep patriotism as the guiding spirit in this wartime period. The piece calls on Democratic nominees to be patriots and not partisans, stressing unity over political rancor.
A 1918 county correspondence urges Havanese to lead the War Savings campaign. Frank E. Hering of the National War Savings Committee explains a June 28 meeting plan and mandatory taxpayer and wage earner lists. J. V. Oliver prints a state directive urging attendance and pledges.
The nation delayed war preparation until Germany forced the issue. The government then undertook massive efforts to train equip and mobilize including building cantonments camps navy and other wartime infrastructures. Work has been pushed forward rapidly and steadily as U S entered the war.
The funeral for Elbanan W Zimmmerman who died in January will be held at the Dunkard church in Boone township on Sunday June 30 1918 at 2 30 PM.
John M. Engleman of Scott Township visited Corydon Monday and was noted as a pleasant caller at this office. He is recovering from injuries from two recent accidents.
Six Samlalla Arab acrobats will headline the Corydon fair starting Monday August 19 and running through Wednesday. The acts will perform in the afternoon and evening with free admission for all attendees. They have previously performed at major fairs in Kentucky and the act is billed as wonderful and highly entertaining.
Oliver, director for Indiana War Savings Committee, urges readers to read another article by his signature on campaign phases and the necessity of War Savings Stamps, stressing there is no better investment.
Notice to binder twine buyers that pre July 1 1918 pay twenty five cents per pound, while purchases after pay twenty six cents per pound. WM Heckelman & Son New Middletown Indiana.
Indiana State Normal at Terre Haute drops German from study plan as no German teachers are assigned and no new students enroll this term. President Parsons notes the language is eliminating itself. Also mentions White Leghorns and pricing details for poultry stock and a service mark.
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