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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1905
Page
3
An ad notes Royal Baking Powder from the Royal Baking Powder Co in New York as a product that preserves health. It emphasizes the brand's safety and reliability as a household staple.
A promotional offer from Franklin Miles M D LL B claiming to cure heart and nervous diseases by mail. Free $2.50 trial treatment to those who mention the paper, with testimonials from several named individuals and a request for a detailed case description to receive a book and advice. The ad cites twenty five years of study and invites requests for testimonials from clergy, bankers, farmers and families.
Thomas B F Kingsley writes that his eight month poultry report shows steady sales and earnings per month from January to August 1904. He notes hens as workers, and shares trials with corn pumpkins and tobacco ground, concluding poultry can pay with proper care. He invites further reader input on poultry in 1904.
In a letter from Honey Grove Texas Colonel John M Fuller recounts nearly dying from liver and kidney trouble. He credits Electric Bitters sold by L A Riley Son for a 50 cent bottle as the cure and declares them the best medicine on earth. Also note mark sale two fine jacks and a contact for Jacob Roudenbush New Middletown Indiana.
The author argues furrow planting suits certain soils especially undrained types. He suggests spacing each stalk to about six and a quarter feet of surface, compares check row planter to alternate planting, and claims furrow planting yields better ventilation, sunshine, and stronger stalks. He advocates east west furrows for more heat and sun.
Chicago Alderman Hon. John Shenick attests Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy aided his campaign and election effort. He recalls a overheated campaign episode, throat irritation, and rapid relief after using the remedy. The medicine is sold at Crosier’s Corner Drug Store.
Eggs for sale from a pen cost 1.00 each setting of hens is 50 cents. Farm is 4 miles west of town. Owner L C Racarws Corydon Indiana.
Macauley’s Theatre in Louisville announces the Ben Hur dramatic romance will inaugurate a week of engagement on Monday evening March 20. The production has a long run of prosperity with 1700 performances and over three and a half million viewers. Advance seats go on sale March 16, and out of town orders with cash or money order will be filled first. Special excursion rates will be offered on entering railroads during the run.
Review highlights Bryan’s new book features letters from abroad and US commentary. It praises clear, practical discourse on betterment, patriotism, and common sense with an appeal for readers under the American flag. Price $1.25 for the book or $1.75 with The Commoner. Also notes death of Wm Sharron in Blue River township.
The act forbids hauling on thawing or wet roads if vehicle load exceeds specified weights by tire width. Violations incur fines from five to fifty dollars per road hauled. Road Supervisors may arrest violators. a two dollar fee is paid to the arresting official. The grand jury returned fifty true bills.
Mrs Pattie D Hall, a well known Lockport resident, credits Hyomei with curing her severe catarrh and deafness after two years of illness and five doctors. She reports immediate relief from colds when using Hyomei and notes Hyomei and balm have helped many others, with L A Riley & Son selling the outfit for a dollar and extra bottles for fifty cents under a strong guarantee.
For sale righty acres with good improvements offered at a cheap price. Easy terms available. Contact M82 Frep Stavru in Corydon Indiana for details.
Louis Ludlow of the Indianapolis Star writes that at the start of a new presidential term there may be Treasury Department changes. He praises Robt J Tracewell the Comptroller of the Treasury as a hard worker with backbone who rejects unmerited claims and is well suited for the job.
The Epworth League of Corydon Methodist Church hosts a Saint Patrick's Social on Friday March 17 from 7 to 10 p m Admission is 10 cents includes food and entertainment Green decor and shamrock emblem featured as part of the event.
After a hearty meal a dose of Kodol Dyspepsia Cure will prevent an attack of Indigestion. Kodol is a thorough digestant and a guaranteed cure for Indigestion, Dyspepsia, Gas on the Stomach Sour Risings, Bad Breath and all stomach troubles. N. Watkins of Lebus Kentucky testifies he was ill fifteen years and, after six bottles, is cured. the medicines cost him $1,000. Sold by all druggists. Lent commenced last Monday.
Bradford items report C Baker’s weekly business trips to Byrneville. A false report claimed Rev Geo Ellis bought John Fessel’s property. Peter Stemm to visit Evansville after school ends. Elden Ellis seen on a pleasure trip. Levi M Sappenfield and Elden Ellis plan to head West for a claim. Prof H O Brown of Bradford school will elevate the last day with singing. Sergeant Stemm hailed as Harrison county’s guiding hero.
Talladega Springs resident J W McKinnon reports severe pneumonia improved after using Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption. He credits one bottle with cure after two doctors failed. Sold by L A Riley Son drug store, price 50 cents to 1.
For sale a fine Jersey cow, recently fresh and in her third calf. She is recommended. Interested buyers may call or write Geo. F. Pinske in Corydon Indiana. Eureka telephone R. R. No. 4. mi1-3w.
Hon. Smith Askren and Hon. George W. Denbo, longtime Floyd county legislators, were warmly praised by the N. A. Ledger for their faithful service. Askren completed his first term and Denbo his second, with bipartisan respect and strong local popularity in Harrison and Floyd counties.
Misses Ida Hulda and Mary Crosby hosted a surprise masquerade in honor of their brother Frank Crosby turning 20. Guests arrived at 8 and masked as figures like George Washington Roosevelt and a Groomless Bride. After two hours of guessing, Frank identified each guest. refreshments followed at 1 o'clock.
A large Sunday dinner for T. W. Burton featured music and singing with many attendees listed by name. Guests included L. Hilderbrand, C. L. Huston and families, Isaac Hilderbrand and family, Dr. W. I. Wolpert and family, Gri pa Wolpert, William Hildebrandt and family, J. C. Scales and son Charles, W. D. Barnes and Lily, Frank Holmes and family, Mrs. Laura Winders, Minnie Lemmel, and Shaney. One attendee noted was Dat.
The Mauckport public schools report total enrollment 113 for the month ending February 28 1605. Attendance showed 84 percent average daily attendance with 41 tardies and 9 corporal punishments recorded. Re entries numbered 35 with 18 neither tardy nor absent and 21 not tardy.
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