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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1917
Page
4
The Gorydon Democrat lists advertising rates per inch and per line for display ads and readers, with special longer-term rates. It notes subscription payment terms and marks the paper’s post office entry details and pricing for in county versus out of county subscriptions.
A series outlines the September election to choose 115 delegates for Indiana's Constitutional Convention to be held in Indianapolis in January 1918. Delegates must be nominated by petition. districts combine Harrison and Floyd counties, with Floyd having its own delegate. The piece urges nonpartisan, competent candidates and broad civic experience to ensure a stable, progressive constitution.
Indiana author Charity Dye, of Indianapolis, has published Some Torch Bearers in Indiana detailing notable Hoosiers who advanced industry education religion patriotism and civil progress. The 315 page work cites figures such as Oliver Studebaker Purdue and Lincoln era leaders, and includes letters from Harrison county children and a centennial year correspondence.
An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as a strength sustaining nourishment that invigorates the blood and sharpens appetite. It targets the run down and tired, claiming natural, permanent health restoration and noting the product is free from alcohol and produced by Scott & Bowne of New Jersey.
The text recalls James Buchanan Eads securing a 1861 contract to supply seven iron gunboats for the Mississippi within sixty five days and notes progress at 100 days on the eighth boat. It ends with a chapter on the centennial torch and Indiana’s statehood celebration, praising the state’s patriotism and educational value through 1916.
Joseph J. Bauer announces a renewal application to the Harrison county Board of Commissioners at the July term to sell intoxicating liquors for on premise drinking in Lanesville Franklin township Indiana. The described room in the two story frame building fronts Main street with a glass front and interior view from the street. He attests to age residency and moral character as required.
The Spencer Township Grange will hold its annual picnic on July 4 at the Philo Rothrock mill. All grangers in the county are invited to attend and render a program. Everyone is urged to come and spend an enjoyable and profitable day with us.
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