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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1918
Page
7
Detroit clothing merchants urge restraint on purchases and hoarding while framing July 4th as a day for earnest thought and democracy’s advancement. They proclaim Detroit as exclusive headquarters for a famous clothing line.
These manufacturers concentrate resources on two grades, offering style and quality at low prices. The range covers staples to fashionable fabrics, with sizes and styles for all builds. If you need clothes now, thrift is the hour’s spirit. We are the only Styleplus Store in town.
A ceremonial Flag Day service was held at the Public Square with a service flag bearing thirty seven stars honoring local descendants of Revolutionary soldiers. The Hoosier Elm Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution presented the flag at the library with songs readings and a patriotic address by Ben S. Applegate. A list followed naming the thirty seven young men represented on the flag and their Revolutionary ancestors.
In press day remarks the publisher explains publishing a two page supplement to reach ten pages, yet still lacking space. Financial strain from paper costs leads to supplements and reduced paper sizes as many papers trim plate matter while maintaining the Democrat’s news standard.
A brief notice asks readers to pay up if they are subscribers to the Democ rat. The message implies readers will know if they are the target when they read it.
Corydon reader Corydon Boy Owen Richard, now in the Engineers Corps at Fort Foote Maryland, reports Washington sights and a field meet where he placed second in a 100 yard dash and first in a 240 yard race. His ball team won 5 to 0. he played shortstop four innings and pitched five. He enjoys bridge building work and has taken three hikes.
Local notes report the wheat and hay harvest season ending. Kiskel Foster runs the Mauckport cream station. Several residents, including Mrs. Lee Byerly and family, attend to ill relatives in Leavenworth and Michigan.
Hiusene Watson son of Robert Watson of Corydon was badly hurt Tuesday night when a skylight gave way as he stepped from a ladder onto a roof. He fell about fifteen feet, was unconscious, and rushed to his room at the Xintner house. He suffered cuts to the head ear and face though showing some improvement by yesterday. Nearby Bloomington visitors included Sam Frimmer and family with Mr and Mrs W W Lade. The Frimmer family toured in Mrs Lades car returning Sunday. Also noted were Mr and Mrs Trays hosting Bloomington guests at a lawn supper. Showers Brothers Co of Bloomington employs 1000 and makes dining room and bedroom furniture and kitchen cabinets. The company was founded in 1906 by the Showers brothers. only W N Showers remains connected.
London dispatch describes American forces in France building an extensive logistics system. A Times correspondent notes sprawling decks, warehouses, motor parks, and a 200 mile rail yard network with steel car assembly capabilities. Plans include a large hospital, artillery and remount camps, and vast distribution hubs to support allied operations.
A June 12 letter to South Pend County Chairman Corydon Indiana from J D Oliver State Director explains the Yellow Card used in the National War Savings Drive ending June 28. It urges solicitors to document refusals with reasons and warns of government use of the data.
The Scott Township Sunday School Convention will be held at Blue River Chapel on Sunday June 30 at 2 30 p m. All Sunday School workers are urged to attend as part of the Publicity Committee duties.
A family expresses gratitude to neighbors and friends for support during their father Valentine Ciiie’s illness and passing. They also thank the choir and minister Rev. N. M. Rumbley for services.
An editorial notes the federal conviction of Joseph F. Rutherford and seven followers for conspiring to violate espionage laws. It recalls Rutherford’s Louisville visit and clashes over advertising at Macauley’s Theater. Russellite agents warned they would retaliate against the Courier-Journal for blocking ads, while claiming they sought prosecution.
The library will open in the morning only from 8 to 10 o'clock during the Chanutaugs, June 29 to July 4.
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