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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1900
Page
4
Editors and proprietors announce postal registration at Corydon Indiana with second class matter. Office located in Democrat Building. Subscription terms listed: one year in advance one dollar, two dollars, and additional rates.
The Democratic ticket names John H. Luckett for prosecuting attorney A J Lupp for representative C A Bline for clerk Ed O Connor for treasurer Philip E Utich for sheriff Jom Sn Mabermel for county assessor George H Mathes for commissioner 2nd District Ed B Love for commissioner 8th District W Sibwell Nye for coroner Daniel M Sharp for surveyor.
The piece notes Congressman Joe W Bailey backing a vice presidential choice between John W Daniel and B F Shively. It cites Porto Rico lobbying, a 15 percent tariff, a spreading Cleveland machinists strike with 2000+ workers, and a July Fourth Kansas City convention call by Charles A Towne. It questions royal lineages and criticizes infant industry tariffs linked to Carnegie Frick. The Philadelphia Ledger urges decency toward Porto Rico, while Beveridge criticism sparks island self government debate.
The Corydon Republican accuses Republicans in Harrison County of acting from principle while Democrats seek office. The letter questions whether editors and party leaders are motivated by principle or spoils, urging Democrats to resist the libel and pledge loyalty to their party.
A Indiana style exhortation urges housewives to be Democratic missionaries in 1900. It alleges Republicans defend large wealth aggregations that rob laborers and families, and suggests using harsh measures if husbands vote for the party. The tone is charged and accusatory about class theft by trusts.
The list fixes names for local offices on April seventh including Sheriff Emery Black Treasurer John Reeves Clerk Wim Dyer Assessor KD Knight Coroner D R Salts Commissioner District Two Geo Ham and Commissioner District Three Poke Sonner.
A critic denounces the steel and iron trusts led by Mr Frick claiming 21.6 million dollars last year with a forecast of 40 million this year. He argues farmers paid higher prices for iron and steel and asks if farmers will vote Republican as protection profits rise.
The text recommends giving one fourth to one half teaspoonful in a baby's bottle several times daily, increasing for older children, with emulsion for nourished mothers. It claims rapid effects on both mother and child and cites price and availability from druggists. Scott and Bowne, New York, are cited as chemists.
A Saturday gathering in Heth township drew 35 candidates from the Republican field, each rallying around the banner of principle and party values amid a spirited but orderly convention.
The report filed with the Board of Directors at March close shows total assets 120,?. outstanding loans 117,687.00. cash on hands 11,550.26. net earnings 6,151.68. A March 1899 comparison lists assets 120,590.08. loans 106,308.00. cash 10,527.87. nine months earnings 5,284.55. In March the firm sold forfeited real estate without loss. S. Parrivaer, Secretary.
The government forecast is sent to the O. V. N. School every morning at 10 o'clock. Anyone wanting tomorrow's forecast can call Prof. E. B. Hallett at the O. V. N. School, line 42 ring 2.
The notice lists couples including Albert Randolph with Angeline Overton, David P. Lagle with Eva May Blair, Benjamin F. Meltire with Lucy Richards, William A. Day with Julia Davidson, and Wilson E. Gook with Elizabeth Apple gate.
A brief ad from C. M. Minner invites readers to view their “hardsome styles” and learn prices. The message emphasizes customer satisfaction and directs interest toward showcasing offerings.
Notice from James A. Watson Auditor Harrison County states mortgage holders must apply between March 1 and May 1, 1900 for tax reductions. Past attempts were rejected due to improper processing by Justices of the Peace and Notaries Public. Annual applications required.
Will first offer rents and profits of the real estate for up to seven years. If not sold for sufficient amount to satisfy the writ, will offer for sale the fee simple or all in the property owned by defendants Margaret and Scott Kelley in the same. John M. Baelz listed as involved.
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