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Newspaper

Corydon Democrat

Location

Corydon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1909

Page

3

Reds Win in South Side Sunday School Contest

Rev EB J Lalue’s Sunday school class at the M E church held a social evening on Friday. Reds led by Dr A C Wolfe defeated Blues led by George I Gwartney to win the entertainment reveal. Committees planned the program with music readings and speeches and refreshments followed in the 8 8 room. A flashlight photo captured the gathering as the class counted to one hundred.

EB. J. Lalue M. E. Church Reds A. C. Wolfe Blues George I. Gwartney Mesdames A. R. Connor George Irwin B. I. Flurst Nettie Briffett George K. Dwartney Bettie Riddle W. H. Gudgeon Rev. LaRue Frank Mowrer

Union Depot in Louisville Destroyed by Fire

The Union Railway Depot on Seventh Street Louisville burned last Thursday evening. The fire started from defective insulation of wires in the third story. Estimated loss is 500000 with no insurance. Built from an old depot in 1890 after a cyclone, a new building will be erected at once. Five railroads were housed in the burned depot.

Union Railway Seventh Street Louisville

Gasoline and coal oil stoves offered at right price

Local advertisement from B. Wahl promoting a large shipment of gasoline and coal oil stoves. The seller invites customers to call and inspect the inventory, emphasizing good condition and favorable pricing.

Ino B. Wahl

Bluford Tuell, 79, Dies After Hip Injury at Home

Bluford Tuell died at his Chestnut street home Sunday night at age 79 from injuries after a fall that broke his hip while rheumatic limitations had confined him to crutches in recent years. Funeral was held Monday at the family residence with Revs Bartle and LaRue. burial at Cedar Hill Cemetery. He leaves an aged widow and four children: KE. S. Tuell,John Tuell, Mrs William Richard, and Mrs Murray Farnsle y, all nearby, who were at his bedside. He lived in Posey township and this county most of his life. He was respected for his quiet, rule‑following life.

Bluford Tuell Chestnut Street Bartle LaRue Cedar Hill Posey Township Tuell KE. S. Tuell John Tuell New Albany William Richard Franklin Township Murray Farnsley Floyd County

Card of Thanks from the Rudel Family

Mrs. Margaret Rudel and family express gratitude to friends neighbors the Odd Fellows and Masonic Lodges for kindnesses shown after the death of their son and brother John Rudel in a sad accident.

Margaret Rudel Odd Fellows Masonic Lodges John Rudel

Indiana appoints state education leadership trio

Samuel L. Scott of Clark county becomes Assistant Superintendent under State Superintendent Robert J. Aley on March 16. E. G. Bunnell of Laporte is named deputy. Scott is praised for years of effective Clark county school administration and broad community support. Prof. Aley, a leading national educator, leads a first class Indiana educational administration with his chosen aides.

Robert J. Aley Samuel L. Scott Clark County Prof. Riley E. G. Bunnell Laporte Scott Prof. Aley Indiana

Harvey Goode Dies After Long Illness

Harvey Scribner Goode died March 15 1909 at 3 40 PM at his sister Lydia Kintner home 81st and Portland Ave Louisville Kentucky after a long pulmonary illness. He went to Denver about three and a half years ago seeking relief from altitude but returned without improvement. Born near Corydon January 28 1874 he was 35 years old. He was a member of Elizabeth Presbyterian Church since 1896 and a deacon since 1900. He leaves a son Linden two daughters Helen and Madge and three sisters and two brothers. He died with faith in Jesus Christ and is remembered for his cheerful disposition and strong character.

Harvey Scribner Goode Lydia Kintner Portland Avenue Louisville Elizabeth Elizabeth Presbyterian Church Grossman New Albany Denver Colo Linden Helen Madge Jesus Christ Axx

John Rhodes Dies After Pneumonia Illness Near Corydon

John Rhodes aged about sixty eight died at his home three miles west of Corydon after a brief pneumonia illness. Funeral services were held at his residence and the remains buried in Crabill graveyard. He left eight siblings. only sister Miss Kate and brother Jacob survived.

John Rhodes Corydon Afernoon Crabill Kate Jacob

New Millinery Display by Maurice Griffin & Co

Relief for Women offers Mother Gray Australian-Leaf herb remedy for female ailments advertised by LeRoy New York firm. Advertisement promotes sample free by mail or 50 cents at druggists. On March 24 Maurice Griffin & Co announces display of latest millinery with no formal opening.

Mother Gray Mother Gray Co LeRoy N.Y Maurice Griffin & Co

New Wholesale Grocery Firm Opens at New Albany

A new wholesale grocery firm named Fawcett and Dennis is organized in New Albany with authorized capital of 30000 dollars. Directors include Elwood Fawcett James Etherton Mathew A Benjamin Edward Zenor and William S Rowe.

New Albany Fawcett and Dennis Elwood Fawcett James R. Etherton Mathew A. Benjamin William S. Rowe Edward ©. Zenor

Harrison County Prohibitionists Hold County Convention

Harrison County Prohibitionists plan a county convention in Corsdon on Wednesday March 31 at 1 38 PM in the courthouse and at the Christian church at 8 PM to choose delegates for a district convention and elect county officers. Michael J Fanning the East’s great Irish orator will address and attract attendees with his well known rhetoric. All are invited to attend. Robert Gibson Chairman.

Harrison County Cors—don Court House Christian Church Michael J. Fanning East United States Robert Gibson

Death of James Long in Corydon area

James Long died at the home of John Mathes three and a half miles southwest of Corydon from pneumonia and paralysis. He was seven years old, married to Elizabeth Mauck, sister of Mrs. E. Mathes, who died three years ago. He leaves a Missouri brother. Funeral held at Heidelburg Church by Rev. E G Jann yesterday. interred beside his wife. He was a highly respected citizen.

James Long John Mathes Corydon Elizabeth Mauck E. Mathes Missouri Heidelburg Church E.G. Jann

Fire destroys Thompson residence in New Amsterdam

Monday night a fire at the Hardin Thompson home in New Amsterdam destroyed the residence. Mrs. Thompson woke to rear flames as the roof neared collapse, saving most of the family. A small amount of furniture survived. George Bandy's house also caught fire but was saved by townspeople. origin believed from a defective flue.

Hardin Thompson New Amsterdam

Death of Mrs Doll Saffer in Pogwood

Mrs Doll Saffer aged 30 with 3 months and 25 days dies at home in Pogwood after a two year illness. Wife of Claud Saffer, she leaves a husband, three children, parents, six brothers, five sisters, and was daughter of Fred Elbert of Boone township. Catholic by faith. Funeral by Father Ed Quade with interment at St Michael's cemetery. a fuller obituary to follow next week.

Doll Saffer Claud Saffers Pogwood Fred Elbert Boone Township Lb. Quade Bk Michael’s

Thoroughbred Hogs For Sale Near Corydo

Classified note offers thoroughbred Pok China hogs for sale male and female eligible to registry and old enough for service. Contact Joseph Bussabarg five miles west of Corydo Eureka via phone.

Joseph Bussabarg Corydo Eureka

Harness trade ad offers full stock for sale

An old ad promotes a complete line of harnesses with prices and an offer to call for the full stock and quotes. The message is informal and includes stray characters and a contact hint.

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