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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1900
Page
1
Purse price cut on Apure all wool Dickey Kersey suits in men and youths. Regularly ten dollars, now six fifty, with checks and stripes and durable tailoring. Italian lining noted. claimed unmatched value at nineteen dollars elsewhere.
Promotional notice states sale of children's suits with vest and shield fronts priced at 1.00 per suit, sizes 3 to 8, includes a free painting book with each purchase. Mentions long pant suits for boys in heavy weight fabric, Italian lining, trimmed and shrink-resistant details, claiming value up to 8 dollars and a reputation for confirmation suits.
Merchandised shirts offered at 60 cents in Neelgee. Mercerized silk fabric noted. Some shirts feature two collars and cuffs. Regular prices listed as 75 cents and 41 dollars.
A local ad proclaims hats in many shapes and colors including pearl beaded and Alpine shapes. Genuine felt derbies in black brown or pearl are available. Hats matching patterns seen at other stores are duplicated for about $1.50, with a sale price of $1.00.
Wm. H. Lane died at his son's home in Central on pneumonia aged 68. The funeral, preached by Rev. Keagy, followed a Dethel burial. Lane, a noted orchardist and Methodist, planned a memorial fruit tree headstone reading Uncle Harvey Lane the Fruit Tree Man. George N. Amy will coordinate contributions. He leaves two children, a son in Central and a daughter in Cincinnati.
Joseph Youtch, Census Supervisor for the New Albany district, announces appointees for Plaourtes county. Appointees include H. L. Sieg, Jonathan Winesley, M. H. Jordan, I. A. Funk, David W. Flynn, J. E. Detrick, PLOV Tuell, J. W. G. Louden, J. Kk, Sonner, S. L. Melton, Otto Hirt, D. T. Carter, Emmett Struple, G. W. Krauserill, E. C. McClure, H. F. Windell, S. J. Colvin, R. P. Main.
Thresher and saw mill on easy terms. Inquire of Chaffin and McCauley at Evans' Landing, Indiana.
The piece extols newspaper advertising as a valuable tool for merchants. It notes errors in ads can still attract customers, citing a piano sale miswording that nevertheless drew attention. It argues the public press remains essential to commerce despite critics and odd phrasing.
John E. Walk secretary of the Fredericksburg Fish Protective Association receives notice from George W. Bowers U S Fish Commissioner that a consignment of pike perch is assigned for delivery at Ramsey Indiana within 60 days from April 26. Immediate steps to receive fish and transfer from the car to Blue River. Circuit court convenes next Monday.
In 1846 Harrison County relied on a large board of commissioners led by Lewis Jordan and others across townships including Harrison, Boone, Heth, Posey, Franklin, Morgan, and Washington. County officers listed include Auditor Thomas C. Slaughter, Treasurer Jacob W. Kintner, Clerk Henry W. Heth, and Assessor Pleasant D. Bean. Physicians and attorneys serving Corydon and surrounding townships appear, with merchants Frances S. Adams and Samuel L. Sehnareman among prominent names. A New Albany to Fredonia stage line schedule was painted on Corydon hotel cards.
The Corydon vote brought a spirited marshal race with both Democrats and Republicans elected. Long wins a third term amid mixed praise, while Patterson Reynolds continue as officials. Shuck and Lynch named trustees. Tuell's defeat sparks debate over honesty. Laconia High School marked its first commencement with eight graduates and notable speeches.
The Misses Crosby at Mott Station Indiana announce a new line of millinery goods. Call for prices before purchasing elsewhere. Apr25-3h
At the town election in New Amsterdam on Monday the ticket was elected: Marshal Elijah Willett, Clerk and Treasurer S A Laughlin, Trustees George L Funk Pit man Hardsaw and Halleck Matthews. There was but one ticket in the field.
The Democrats of Washington township plus others meet in New Amsterdam on May 19 to nominate a township ticket. Maxim Pars, Committeeman.
Our two job presses ran nearly every day last week producing receipts, programs, envelopes, visiting cards and other stationery items. We are now printing Corydon High School commencement programs, Woodmen Carnival materials, and a new telephone exchange directory. Bring on your work and we will match any job in quality at low cost.
Mrs Susan Turley aged 59 died after months of cancer at her home three miles north east of Corydon. She was the daughter of the late Jacob Blume and leaves husband John Turley, a brother Fred Blume and two sisters Mrs Cresby and Mrs Foster. Funeral held Saturday at Zoar church with Rev Hill sermon.
The wagon works firm to be named Keller Manufacturing Co has begun work and aims to turn out wagons by September. A 5,000 wagons per year plant will employ 50 to 75 workers, opening a permanent timber market and boosting Harrison county’s economy with a high quality timber supply.
Epworth League presented a week of programs drawing large attendance and liberal donations. Net proceeds of about 30 will go to the church fund. Each evening featured speakers and topics including The Irish in Fancy and Fact, Citizenship and Its duties, Fun on a Farm, and In the Spectacle Business. The effort credits Rev Wylie and the youth for a fine event at low cost.
Morgan Township S S Institute will be held May 27 at Zoar M E Church. The program includes Devotional Ex J E Diedrick How Can adupt Keep in Touch with his Scholars Prof E B Hallett Primary Work Miss Ida Hottell Talk Henry Bopp Talk Frank Fein A large attendance is desired.
Daniel Krohn age 82 died Sunday from infirmities of age in Posey township. He lived with his son George and leaves five children, a son and four married daughters. Funeral was held at Elizabeth on Monday.
For sale. Thoroughbred White Plymouth Rock eggs 50 cents per setting of 15 eggs. Address J. B. ChaYDEN Ramsey Ind.
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