This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 9 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1908
Page
2
Established in 1856 with circulation 2636. Lew M. O’Bannon is editor and proprietor. Paper entered at Corydon post office as second class matter. Rath card. Subscription rates shown for out of county delivery.
Special notice on church notices and entertainments with admission charged outlines a special rate of 2 cents per line for such ads. Obituaries up to twenty lines cost the same, while pages over 20 lines are billed at 4 cents per line. Count six words per line and remit by money or stamps.
The piece notes infighting within the Republican ranks, wage cuts at Boston and Maine railroad, and concerns over Taft’s nomination. It cites Kentucky night rider tensions at conventions, calls for focusing on public interests over individuals, and mentions African American voter opposition and independent leagues amid aspirants for the presidency.
The piece argues that big banks and railroad interests control policy and laments the GOP’s shift from prosperity promises. It notes a surge in auto imports valued at 224000 dollars as evidence of foreign competition and questions campaign messaging before seven months of elections.
The Commoner argues that government deposits require security while individual deposits lack comparable protection. It questions why taxpayers bear less risk than savers and urges depositors to unite for stronger guarantees, noting large banks receiving government deposits oppose depositor protection.
The Harrison County Democratic editor urges voters to cast ballots in the April 3 primary under the Australian system. It emphasizes fair rules, respect for opponents, and unity to elect the full Democratic ticket in November. It also advises candidates to conduct themselves honorably and reflect on past loyalties.
A brief notice advertises a low wheel tendka for sale at the office. The readable fragment implies a local sale listing and directs inquiries to the issuing office.
A collection of letters from women in New York Illinois Washington D C Wisconsin and Illinois extol Peruna as a cure for chronic cough catarrh and lung ailments. Authors report relief from sleepless nights improved appetite stronger health and claims of curing conditions doctors could not. The piece also notes growing use of open air treatment for consumption and cites Dr Hartman endorsing Peruna as a supplementary remedy and preventive measure.
Notice of a court ordered sale by Commissioner Daniel F. Lemmon under a 1938 Harrison County Indiana case William M. Sharp vs Nancy E Watson and Blacious M. Embs. Sale requires one third cash and two equal installments at six and twelve months with six percent interest. Bids under two-thirds of appraised value not accepted. March 4, 1908. Stotsenburg Weathers & Rouse attorneys.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.