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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1909
Page
2
Establishment year 1556 circulation 2700 Lew M O Bannnon proprietor operate as post office at Don Indiana with second class matter. Rate card shows subscriptions and advertising rates ten cents per inch per insertion. Special rate offered for standing ads for longer than three months. details available on application.
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The piece discusses President Taft and his cabinet opposing a 2 percent tax on corporate net earnings, while Senators Bailey and Cummins push for an income tax. It argues Taft aims to defeat the income tax and cites past cases of Republican strategy, including Cortelyou and Bliss, to imply insincerity. It also mentions Mrs. Cleveland's testimony about a forged Times article and criticizes Republican campaign tactics and Beveridge’s actions.
Despite family scandals, Helen Gould commands respect for how she uses her millions. Her father’s fortune shapes public perception as she directs charitable work and philanthropy.
The trial shows Howard Gould's fortune at 10 million and annual income near 800 thousand. Mrs Gould's dress costs and servant bills reflect lavish living. Commentary condemns wealthy idlers and links vast wealth to dissipation and social harm.
A daily bundle offers the Louisville Times and The Corydon Democrat for 3.50 in the sale. It targets readers seeking local papers and combined subscriptions.
The piece extols a broad Universal Brotherhood based on love and service, contrasting it with secret fraternal orders. It also denounces corruption in campaigns, notes the Cleveland forgery controversy, and critiques tariff politics involving Aldrich, Beveridge, and Progressive Republicans.
The piece argues the local Republican paper should defend Beveridge for supporting free lumber and endorses his tariff votes as progressive. It notes the Editorial Association backed Beveridge’s course in Congress and suggests Taft should apologize to Bryan. It also highlights Beveridge’s cross party alignment during the tariff debate and extra session.
An Indianapolis 1909 appeal urges Democratic club organization to rival Republican clubs. B M Ralston promotes Indiana Democratic Club AESAS as a state institution, seeking members and support for a club house in the capital, with a deadline of July first and notes a personal link to Samuel Ralston.
The A. B. Sabbath School of Corydon Ind expresses sorrow as Brothers John A. Smith and Scott Br. Stevens are called home by God. The body notes they were faithful active members and will be greatly missed. Sympathy is extended to their families. Copies of the resolutions will be entered in minutes and sent to local papers and bereaved families.
An 19th century style ad extolls Lane's Family Medicine herb tea as a natural remedy for women suffering headaches or sideaches. It invites sympathy from family and claims the tea makes weak women strong and well, sold by druggists and dealers for 25e.
The Odd Fellows of Corydon announce a large celebration at the Corydon Fair Grounds on Saturday July 3 with a featured speaker and various amusements. Organizers promise a full day of entertainment in a cool shaded setting with music and speeches for thousands.
Weston advises using walking to cope with despair and promotes Allen's Foot-Hase powder as a comfort aid for the feet. He claims walking changes perspective after a mile and notes rising community use, calling it of real merit.
James I. Surrey keeps three stallions Achille No 29292 Velo 41856 and Napoleon 41618 at his Corydon area farm one mile south for the rest of the summer. Service eight dollars. Eureka Phone. Also notices Watson's Cut Rate Drug savings and Frank E Neely general repair services.
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