Stockslager to Argue Alaska Supreme Court Claims
Hon S M Stockslager left Corydon for Washington City to argue five cases for The Pacific Coast Steamship Company Washington and Alaska Steamship Company and the Pacific Coast Whaling Company in the U S Supreme Court on Friday and Monday next The cases test whether the constitution follows the flag to Alaska and if revenue and navigation clauses apply to Alaska and whether Alaska code sections violate them The arguments reference Insular Cases and apply to Alaska Stockslager plans to return in time to pursue Mrs Henry Dick’s damage suit against T N Ry Co over a street crossing collision in Louisville with a locomotive set for trial April 2.
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S. M. Stockslager
Corydon
Washington City
Pacific Coast Steamship Company
Washington and Alaska Steamship Company
Pacific Coast Whaling Company
Supreme Court of the United States
Alaska
Porto Rico
Philippines
Stockslager
Henry Dick
Louisville
Closing of No 10 school Franklin towns
The No 10 school in Franklin towns held a Thursday program with recitations dialogues and music led by a string band under Wallace Carter. A large audience attended and the teacher thanked pupils and patrons in a farewell address. Five applicants for graduation indicate strong success.
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Franklin Towns
Rank
Wallace Carter
Frank
Enjoyable Birthday For Mrs Daisy Davis At Farm Gathering
Mrs Daisy Davis celebrated her twenty third birthday last Sunday with friends and relatives bringing baskets of food. Wm Peters and family sang in the parlor while C L Dicks graphophone played fine music. Mr Dick photographed the crowd. All ages enjoyed a ramble through Mr Jordans barn and over his farm before departing late. A PARTAKER.
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Daisy Davis
Wm. Peters
C. L. Dick
Arl
Surgeon's Knife Not Needed: DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Cures Piles
Claiming surgery is unnecessary, the ad promotes DeWitt’s Witch Hazel as a cure for piles and many skin conditions, promising immediate relief and warning against counterfeits. It also mentions the product’s use for scalds cuts burns wounds and sores.
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DeWitt's
Mar L. A, Riely & Son
Winter Weather Reflections From Harrison County Soldier
J W Harbaugh of Co H offers to contribute weekly letters on tropics and southern soldier life to the DEMOCRAT. He notes a harsh winter, scarce ice in Key West, and living with wood and shanty fuel amid a warm climate. He invites a reply in the next issue.
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Key West
Tropics
Harrison County
Peak Democrat
J. W. Harbaugh
Attempted suicide by carbolic acid at Blue River
Allen Gates, stepson of John C Carroll, residing near Hancock, drank carbolic acid Friday at William Elliott's Blue River home after a quarrel with a woman he admired. He received prompt aid and is believed to be recovering.
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Allen Gates
John C. Carroll
Hancock
Young Gates
William Elliott
Blue Riner
Gates
Blue River Gazette
Percheron Stallion Bought By Stauth Bros in County
The Stauth Bros west of town purchased a half interest in J. E. Joyce & Co. Princeton's black Percheron stallion. They paid 400 dollars for a half interest and will keep the horse in the county under the firm name Stauth Bros & Co. It is said to be the county's only registered draft stallion and deemed a valuable animal by experts.
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Stauth Bros
J. E. Joyce & Co
Princeton
Stauth Bros. & Co
C H Ginkins Appeals for Democratic Nomination
A card from C H Ginkins appeals to fellow Democrats for their votes next Saturday. He notes three previous defeats which helped elect his opponent and asks for their support to secure the nomination, promising it would be a proud moment in his life.
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C. H. Ginkins
Red Mill advertises shipstuff middlings and corn
Local listing notes availability of shipstuff middlings and corn at the Red Mill. The notice highlights grain and feed products for immediate purchase.
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Red Mill
Pike Contract Let By County Board
The Washington township pike contract was awarded to Matthews Alexander and Kemper of New Amsterdam after other bids failed the bond residency test. The bid came in at 587.72 under the 9237.75 estimate, with the low bid by Hausfield rejected for non resident bonds. The home team’s award is praised for local employment and keeping funds at home.
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Messrs
Halleck Matthews
Sterling Alexander
David Kemper
New Amsterdam
Washington Township Pike
Board of Commissioners
Closing Exercises at Franklin Township School No 8
The Franklin Township No 8 school closed last Tuesday with songs recitations and a short talk by Ozem Harritt. Fifteen patrons arrived with baskets of eatables and all enjoyed dinner and exercises. Miss Lida Marshall praised the turnout despite bad weather.ONE WHO WAS THERE.
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Franklin Township
Ozem Harritt
Lida Marshall
Keller declines bid for Surveyor race
Geo A Keller of this township says he cannot run for Surveyor due to uncontrollable reasons and thanks supporters. He adds he is willing to help elect the entire ticket to be nominated next Saturday.
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Geo. A. Keller
Local Couple Weds in Indianapolis Church Ceremony
Edward C. Hiser of Harrison County and Miss Ethel M. Griffith, daughter of the Newman Street postmaster, married last Wednesday evening by Rev. C. W. Gook at the Newman Street M E Church in Indianapolis.
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Edward C. Hiser
Harrison Eounty
Indianapolis
Ethel M. Griffith
Napoleon
C. W. Gook
Newman St. M. E
Politician My Shepherd Campaign Parody At Harrison Township Meeting
A tax payers and business men gathering in Harrison township Corydon at the courthouse Monday evening March 17 aims to discuss future pike construction and the speed of new roads. Organizers may consider forming a permanent commercial club to promote community welfare.
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Harrison Township
Corydon
Court House
Clergy Fraternity Dream Tales At Church Social
An exchange between a Methodist and a Baptist clergy man features a dream sequence about heaven. The Methodist recalls seeing no Baptist there and learns they are coming by water. The Baptist reports no Methodist in heaven, but says they are outside the wall on six months probation.
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Warter
Cottage for sale on West Chestnut street with outbuildings
Nice cottage with all outbuildings and good water for sale at 214 West Chestnut street Call or address Henry W Denbo 11 81 Corydon Ind.
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West Chestnut Street
Henry W. Denbo
Corydon, Ind
Franklin township Farmers Institute Held at Grange Hall
The Franklin township Farmers Institute met in Grange Hall Tanesville over two days with strong attendance. J B Burris of Cloverdale and J A Burton of Orleans spoke on corn hog farming and fruit propagation, while M W Hanger of Edwardsville aided. Officers re elected. resolutions call repeal of most game laws and change how State Board of Agriculture members are elected by county delegates.
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Franklin Township
Farmers’ Institute
Grange Hall
Tanesville
J. B. Burris
Cloverdale
Ind
J. A. Burton
Orleans
Burris
Burton
Indiana
M. W. Hanger
Edwardsvile
James A. Harbison
J. W. Lyskowinski
State Board of Agriculture
Hall
Edwardsville
Mr. Latta
Messrs. Burton
Harrison County Commissioner Candidacy Letter
A candidate cites bad roads hindering visits to voters before the convention and asks for support in the third district race. He pledges economy and taxpayer interests if nominated and elected as commissioner.
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Harrison County
Sabbath School Institute Set for New Middletown
A Sabbath School Institute will be held at New Middletown U S church from April 2 to 6 with three sessions daily. Colonel Robert Cowden of Dayton Ohio will lead the meetings and all county sabbath schools are invited to send delegates.
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New Middletown
U. S. Church
Robert Cowden
Dayton
Ohio
Andrew Cunningham and Mary C married at this place
Andrew Cunningham and Mrs Mary C were wed at the location described, marking a small but notable marriage in the community.
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Andrew We Cunningham
Mary C
Per Man Receives Relief from Severe Stomach Trouble
J R Holly of Macomb Illinois testifies that after using several bottles of Kodol Dyspepsia Cure his wife found permanent relief from a long lasting stomach ailment. He notes prior diets and doctors failed and claims she can now eat normally without pain. The advertisement promotes Kodol with assurance it digests all foods.
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J. R. Holly
Macomb
U. A
Reely & Bon
Inter-State Grand Concert Company Delights Corydon Crowd
The Inter-State Grand Concert Company performed to a full house in Corydon last Wednesday. Substitution of Mr. R H Hoskins for Mr Romeo Frick drew mixed judgment, but Hoskins’ performance was well executed and well received. The piece praised the Lecture Course for raising local entertainment standards and urged continued support as the course nears its end.
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R. H. Hoskins
Romeo Frick
Hoskins
Corydon
Warning on Locusts Sparks County Bond Offer
Letter to the Corydon Democrat from R J Smith pledges five dollars per damaged limb if locusts sting trees in 1902. He recalls past locust years 1855 1872 1889 and predicts a 1906 appearance, noting Harrison county will be spared this year.
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Corydon
Ind
Democrat
Corydon Democrat
Ben Slemons
Ned Applegate
Harrison County
R. J. Smith
Big Store in New Amsterdam Changes Hands
The McCullum store at New Amsterdam is purchased by David Kemper A M Kemper D S Stoker S D Alexander L Mathews and W H Enlow. It opens as Peoples Star with A M Kemper and James Hottle as managers. Prices lowered, business booming, and locals welcome cheaper goods.
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McCullum
New Amsterdam
David Kemper
A. M. Kemper
D. S. Stoker
S. D. Alexander
L. Mathews
W. H. Enlow
People’s Star
James Hottle
A Grand Last Day at Franklin Township School
Marion N. Turner closed his school at No. 1 Franklin township on March 5. About 11 o clock patrons and friends gathered with baskets and boxes spread on a large table for a communal meal. After lunch the afternoon featured recitations and dialogues by students and an engaging talk by the teacher.
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Marion N. Turner
Franklin Township
Mr. Turner
James Crecelius Celebrates 35th Anniversary
March 4 gathering at James Crecelius home to honor his thirty-fifth anniversary. About forty five relatives and friends shared a bountiful dinner and evening social talk. The group departed in high spirits, wishing him more such times in his new Kansas home.
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James Crecelius
James
Kansas
Breckenridge Advertises Poultry For Sale
J. S. Pfrimmer of Breckenridge Indiana offers most chickens sold, only a few cockerels remain at one dollar each. Eggs offered at one dollar per setting from select hens and thirty cents for farm run.
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J. S. Pfrimmer
Breckenridge, Ind
Grova's Tasts Less CHILE TONIC for Malaria Fever
A dubious patent tonic claims to cure malaria chills and fever with iron and something unnamed. The ad promises no real cure and uses unclear pricing, urging purchase as a quick relief remedy.
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Grova
John J. Morgan’s Ad Praises Value and Selection
A promotional appeal touts John J. Morgan’s as a “good big store” offering quality, broad variety, and low prices. It claims the smart dresser and conservative shopper seek suits there, with customers leaving satisfied after a history of best values and faithful service.
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John J. Morgan’s
Gala Day Exams Close at Rosenbarger School in Scott Township
The Rosenbarger's school in Scott township held its final exercises on Thursday the 20th with a large turnout. Pupils performed music and recitations to general satisfaction, followed by instrumental pieces from Bettie Dean Samuel Hottle Andrew Getz and wife and songs by the Barks sisters and others. S.L. Dayton Cedar Wood delivered humorous recitations. Visiting teachers gave speeches and an old fashioned reunion closed the event. John R. Binkley served as teacher for a second term and was warmly encouraged to return. The article notes a publication error for THE DEMOCRAT last week.
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Rosenbarger’s
Scott Township
Bettie
Messrs
Dean
Samuel Hottle
Andrew Getz
Barks Sisters
Gertrude Simcox
Ethel Hottle
S.L. Dayton
Cedar Wood
John R. Binkley
the Democrat
Parden
Proponed Pike Road Carried By 228 Majority
The road project from Corydon to near Central connecting with Mauckport pike won by 228 in an election last Wednesday. A total of 874 votes were cast with every precinct supporting the pike. The following shows vote by precinct.
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Corydon
Central
Mauckport
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic labeled iron and quinine
Advertisement notes that Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic contains iron and quinine in tasteless form with a no cure no pay claim. It emphasizes the plainly printed formula on each bottle.
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Grove
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PIKE
Matthews, Alexander
S S. Institute
Methuen
Borden
Bery McCullough
Geo Fisher
Frank Cecil
Goebel
Franklin County
Chas. R. Catling
John Ollis
Morgan Township
Inter-State Grand Concert Company
Pearl and Main Sts
New Albany, Ind
Pere LL
Fuil Directio Standard Cit Co
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