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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1908
Page
6
A New York Press piece recalls a dry goods clerk mocking a schoolteacher over her long vacations and lighter hours. The teacher retorts with a quip about becoming a teacher, while the table grins and the clerk exits. Also cited is a note praising Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective against croup.
A collage of quotes and notes on dogs in society, kidney and bladder remedies, and domestic life. Included are Fry's Magazine on women and dogs, a Powderly Texas testimonial for Pineules, a Grounds For Suspicion anecdote about a landlord and renovations, and Hyomei claims against catarrh with dealer L A Riely & Son.
In a New York Sun excerpt a teacher from the Educational Alliance recalls how Russian children grasp foreign words quickly. An urchin offers a comic illustration of ambiguity by saying Mamie Rose sat on a tack. The tale ends with a remark on east side children grasping concepts the first time.
A note on Chamberlains Stomach and Liver pills offering free samples at L A Niely & Sons. Westminster Abbey burial fees discussed show charges for fabric fund, clergy costs, and attire, with varied totals up to £111 4s 2d and possible reductions. Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup advertised as a gentle bowel mover for children, sold by L A Riely & Son.
Nutrition guidance from London Answers explains protein sources such as lean meats fish eggs cheese and gluten from flour plus beans and peas to support blood muscle bone and brain. It notes balanced intake with corresponding amounts of fat starch and sugar to fuel warmth and strength.
Dr Wm H Anderson of Soda Springs touts Bees Laxative Cough Syrup as effective for coughs colds and hoarseness with gentle laxative action safe for children and money back if not satisfied Sold by L A Riley Son Also notice for Corydon Indiana auctioneer G B Kopp advertises Eureka phone 112-67 for property sales
A burglar using a tin opener enters a jeweler shop through a shutter and stuffs a bag with gems and rings. The jeweler confronts him, is stabbed to death, and the thief leaves a note claiming the shop is closed due to a death in the family.
An eminent physician asks a cow doctor named Lafferty to treat a sick cow. After four or five days the cow is cured and the doctor asks for payment. Lafferty refuses, saying doctors do not take money from other doctors. The story ends with the physician reflecting on the absurdity of the gesture and offering formal thanks.
Corydon Indiana attorney Lew M O Bannon with ten years in pension claims now authorized to practice before the Pension Bureau and the Interior Department at Washington offers to secure pensions for those entitled. Send a reply with return postage.
In the next sixty days the office will purchase fifty cords or more of solid green apple timber. Desired 74 inches or more at small end with few knots. Payment offered per cord: 20 inch sticks two dollars, 29 inch sticks four dollars, 38 inch sticks five dollars. Apply at this office.
Notice to tomato growers advising them to call W. H. Buileit & Sons to secure contracts for acres to plant. Seeds furnished free. Joe Graves will represent Corydon Canning Co at Corydon Junction to arrange acreage. Exits Secretary 1194.
Louis P Zabel announces a new firm after purchasing Joseph Thomas's interest of Zabel and Thomas. He offers a large stock of goods at discount to make room for new stock and will keep Oliver Chilled Plows on hand with repairs. Visit in Lanesville Indiana for goods in his line.
In New Albany the Hotel Ashland at Market and Bank streets offers pleasant rooms and meals. Proprietor Mrs. N Button and manager Mr. J B Walker promise a hearty welcome and homey atmosphere in the former St Charles Hotel now renovated. Rates stated as reasonable. Feb 12.
Notice from Corydon Indiana JP Wo. Morris offering to prepare and file mortgage exemption statements. Requires land description mortgagee holder recording book and page details. Filing window runs March 1 to May 1 each year. Contact for completion and filing service.
Readers are advised on voting procedures and cautions against marking out any name on a ticket as explained in the current Democrat issue. The piece emphasizes proper ballot marking and guidance for voters.
C E Crecelius graduate optician offers free eye examinations and proper glasses. Each patient receives a thorough exam and prescription record for quick replacement if glasses break. If unsatisfied, visit to determine glasses issue. prices claimed cheapest with reading specs at $1 a pair. Located over Rate Drug Store 1838 E Main St near Pearl St New Albany Ind. February 1926.
Mrs Dr C L Gabermel invites ladies and children to her Corydon Indiana private sanitarium. Refurnished for comfort with 25 years of experience in female complaints. Call or write for further particulars at Mrs Dr C L Haberwuel Corydon Ind.
Reading shows a dated timetable for Louisville, New Albany and Corydon lines with multiple numbered trains and times. Mentions Corydon departures and arrivals, names McKinsey, Pierr, and Morvion as managers or train staff, and references May 31 197.
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