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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1908
Page
1
Citizens are invited to observe the March 4, 1909 inauguration ceremonies in Washington D C marking the transfer of national leadership and the debut of the new administration alongside key national displays and sights in the capital city.
Laws revise speed limits when meeting horse drawn traffic on public highways. Motorists must stop on signal to allow horses to pass and yield half the roadway to horse drivers. Drivers must slow before passing and allow safe passage. horse drivers should keep to the right to share the road.
The Corydon Democrat announces a contest offering free travel to Washington D C for the winner who secures the most yearly subscriptions between May 6, 1908 and February 1, 1909. Prize includes first class fare, Pullman sleeper, and a room for up to ten days, with meals not included.
Charles Matthews in seriously ill of typhoid fever at New Amsterdam. Joe Moyars made a business trip in Meade county Kentucky last week. J B Hottell and wife of Brandenburg visited his mother. Misses Coles of Leavenworth visiting relatives. Kittie Reader and Daisy Kemper visited friends near Mauckport. Mrs Martha Hottell returned from Falls Cities. Basket and McCauliff stock buyers Brandenburg in town for upcoming sale. Ed Montgomery and Agnes Kirtley of Brandenburg were guests of George Montgomery.
Notice states the Brown Patterson partnership for Brown & Patterson bakery is dissolved by mutual consent. Effie Brown & Co. will continue business at the same stand as The Brown Bakery, paying all debts and collecting all accounts. Jostin Brown Willy M Patrzzson. April 20, 1908.
The Rose City invitation notes Portland Oregon hosts a six day Portland Rose Festival from June 1 to 6. It promises an escape from dull care with a week of summer sun, tender sentiment, and good fellowship as both a city and visitor holiday.
Lew M O Bannon of Corydon Indiana announces ten years experience handling pension claims and now authorized to practice before the Pension Bureau and the Interior Department in Washington He invites letters from soldiers widows and minors seeking pensions with stamps for reply attached
Last Thursday marked the final day at Roanoke No. 16 Harrison township with noon lunch for Robi Albin. Patrons filled baskets for a surprise dinner followed by a ball game and an evening of spelling. An 11 o'clock entertainment featured 8 plays and 28 declamations before about 300 to 400 attendees.
Rheumatism is described as the chief source of pain and suffering among illnesses. Chamberlains Pain Balm is promoted to provide relief enabling rest and sleep, with temporary relief potentially becoming permanent for some, while chronic cases in older individuals may only improve pain-wise. Available in 25, 50 cent sizes from L. A. Riley & Son.
In this card the vendor thanks patrons for past season patronage. The birds are described as good layers and good mothers. The writer asserts they will surely please customers with quality Wyandotte stock from Borden, Indiana.
In a keynote, ex-Congressman Miers argues democracy supports economy while Republicans oppose it. He cites 1907 state officer appropriations under a Republican governor and legislature, versus 1898 appropriations under a Democratic legislature, noting totals and a $20,000 extra.
A Birmingham woman credits Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets with alleviating biliousness and constipation. She reports improved appetite, vitality, and digestion as the tablets purified stomach and liver and supported natural function. Sold locally by L. A. Riley & Son.
Henry P. Lotich of New Albany offers his hotel and feed stable on lower Fifth Street between May and Market. The property has ten rooms and a large stable with capacity for about fifty to sixty horses. For terms apply to Mr Lotich at 204.
A surprise gathering was held at Mrs. Elizabeth Williar's home for Annie Williar's birthday. Attendees included Elmer Williar and family, Joseph Greer and family, Ken Williar and family, John S. Jones and family, several Williar relatives, the Ferree and Jones families, Mrs Sadie Ferree, Callie Mona Ferree, and many others. The event featured vocal and instrumental music and closed with wishes for many more such occasions.
Notices warn boys seining minnows in Indian Creek about fish size limits under Section 620. It prohibits taking pickerel or wall-eyed pike under twelve inches and rock bass or crappie under six inches. Violators face a fine up to ten dollars and must return any unlawfully taken fish to the water.
Terribly Distressing Piles ad promises Hem-Roid tablets cure internal causes. If Hem-Roid fails, buyers get a refund. Sold for $1 at L. Riely & Son Corydon Indiana or The Dr Leonhardt Co Station B Buffalo New York.
In New Albany the Hotel Ashland at Market and Bank streets run by Mrs. N Button and J B Walker offers a hearty welcome and homey atmosphere. The old St Charles Hotel has been remodeled and renovated with nice rooms and comfortable beds at reasonable rates.
Mrs Jacob Dietrick is on the sick list. Charles A Walther and John Bachman lost a valuable horse. Miss Ida Walther of Louisville visits relatives. Peter Riddle of Corydon visits Zollman family. John Gleitz and Michael Gleits visit. Miss Anna closes term at No 7 Franklin township. Miss Emilie Walther and Tillie Voelker go to Louisville to stay. Young folks attend last day of school at No 7 Harrison township and report a good time. Lizzie Hausz spends time with her parents then leaves for New Albany.
Hurstown residents report Sunday visits from Joe Vaughn family of Depauw and Belle Vaughn. Ed Demar’s sister Anna Demunot intends to marry Ed at this place. Alonzo Peper and Clovis Peper visit sister Mrs Clarence Wright. Pearl Kopp leaves for Pleasant Ridge to spend summer with uncle George Kopp. School taught by Mr Witte Dome closed last Wednesday with thanks from patrons.
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