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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1901
Page
4
Cha s W Thomas and Cha s B Ellis editors and proprietors. Entered at Corydon Indiana post office as second class matter. Office located in Democrat Building. One year subscription price noted as advance payment.
The article notes the deaths of William Henry Harrison and Benjamin Harrison from pneumonia. It also mentions Washington as a former president who died of pneumonia and reflects on the presidency after their deaths.
The text argues that Britain would have kept colonies until ready for self-government, while Republicans push corporate control in Cuba. It cites Russell Sage on a railroad cartel and notes Utah Republicans voting for polygamy legalization, contrasting with Democrats. It warns Congress should heed Utah sentiment and Landis' anti polygamy speech.
Supreme Court Justice Brewer warned at Yale that the jury system is a relic of a semi barbaric era. He cited the insistence on unanimous verdicts as its worst flaw and noted a proposed civil verdict reform failed in the last Illinois legislature due to railroad interests.
The excerpt condemns delayed trials and the present jury system as a hardship to seekers of justice. It accuses the system of benefiting corporations and railroads by influencing electors and legislation, arguing for political reform to curb corporate control.
The 1895 Dick Graves farm near Ramsey was forfeited to the State and sold to Dora Heuser with 866.67 loaned from the school fund. Auditor Getzendanner failed to collect interest, letting taxes pile up. Since Watson took charge, 275.00 interest has been collected, 103.00 delinquent tax paid, 466.67 principal recovered, and a 400.00 new loan issued, saving taxpayers a large sum and surpassing prior Auditors in school fund gains.
The Wise Poor Farm was sold Monday by the County Commissioners for 3500, W S Shuck the sole bidder. The deal, struck under prior Republican Getzendanner Hedges control, cost the county 7000, prompting critique of officials and praise for Shuck. The paper condemns the executives behind the purchase yet commends Shuck’s bid.
Eggs, White and Barred Plymouth Rocks and Single Comb Brown Leghorn eggs for hatching at fifty cents per setting. F. C. Jonpan, Corydon Indiana. 10wmar20 For Sars a 42 acre farm near Moberly with new house stable timber and good terms. For particulars call at this office feb30-t DeWitts Little Early Risers praised for liver and bowel troubles by L. A. Brgty & Sow.
James D. Keller and Emma Wiseman were married Tuesday by Rev Free land at the minister's home three miles south of town on Mauckport road. Keller son of Jacob Keller of Cedar Wood. Wiseman daughter of David Wiseman, formerly of this township now in Nebraska. The couple are praised as energetic neighbors and the Democrat offers congratulations for a happy life.
A list of paired couple names appears: Orange Blossoms Thoms F O Neal and Sarah A Leath ers. Robert F Cunningham and Mollie L Knapp. John Bloomfelter and Elizabeth Borden. John Strongcipher and Laura B Canoles. Peter A Liphart and Lizzie Brewer. Horatio F Lewis and Nora Clunie. Alonzo G Ellis and Emma Woodyard. James D Keller and Emma Wiseman.
Egg sale advertised by Joan J. Rocker offers Buff Leghorn and Barred Plymouth Rock at $1.00 per 15 eggs and $1.50 per 30 eggs. Delivery options include Corydon and the New Albany Corydon Stage Line. Breckenridge Indiana address and date appear with agency note. Also a testimonial for Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin from F M Wincoxson endorsing its use for stomach trouble and constipation. Sold by all druggists.
Classified notice offers all kinds of building lumber for sale with contact at the issuing office. Entry dated feb30 unspecified year, typical local classifieds tone.
Easter footwear appeal invites shoppers to C M Millers for savings on new shoes. Local advert promotes low prices and convenient location for bargain purchases this holiday season.
The roll lists subscribers and payments since the last report including C W Rhodes Rehoboth Theodore Elbers Lanesville Josie Aflstott Georgetown C H Stewart Sugar Grove John Reeves Rosewood Tenna Walis Heth Tenn A A Kintner Idlewild Albert A Raaf Corydon Geo Bently Rehoboth Leonard Hickman Moberly Cyrus Mauck Hill Grove Philip Corrad Crandall Benj F Smoots Berlin Neb Ed J Hiser Indianapolis F M Deweese Forseman Ind
Advertisement promotes Scott's Emulsion as a remedy for under eating and fatigue cites overwork and under digestion as causes. It urges persistent use, notes limits, and claims genuine product carries a distinctive picture. Free samples offered, prices 50 cents and 1 dollar.
Charles L Stevens Conrad J Richert and Benjamin Jordan report to Harrison County Board on locating surveying and estimating a 3500 foot gravel road in Posey township. Estimated construction cost 3510.30 with damages awarded 5.00 and 150.00 total 3665.30 Includes drainage culverts tiles ditches stone riprap and jacketed earth fill along with grading and ballast specifications and a guard fence plan.
James Smith has returned from illness. James Roby plans to move to his farm south of town. A new blacksmith failed to appear. Charley Rease is building a pew house with Isaac Reed as contractor. Ben Hur Court started a class of eight candidates Saturday night. Charles Smith considers building a new house and barn this spring. Modern Woodmen of Central Camp will erect a lodge hall next spring.
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets claim to stop a cough and cure a cold in one day with a no cure no pay promise. Offered at 25 cents.
Important notice to mortgage holders that they must apply between March 1 and May 1, 1901 for tax reductions. Applications must be filed with the Auditor and properly filled to meet legal requirements. James A. Watson and A. H. C. signatories.
Notice is given that the undersigned has been appointed administrator of the estate of Joseph F. Doll late of Harrison county Indiana deceased. The estate is solvent. James H. Dott, Wm Ridldy attorney. Adm r.
Long legal description of contractor obligations for road work in Indiana. It outlines compliance, subcontracting restrictions, material and labor payment, grading stake setup, monthly estimates at eighty percent, final balance twenty percent, and reference to Exhibit A profile. It names viewers engineers and county officials with dates and official certification of the report.
Legal voters of Posey Township Harrison County Indiana are notified by order of the Harrison County Board of Commissioners that polls will open on Monday April 15 1901 for a vote on constructing gravel or macadam roads. Maps and profiles are on file in the Auditor’s office per the February 4 1899 legislature act with an emergency clause. Witnessed by James A Wareoy clerk on March 11 1901.
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