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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1905
Page
3
The Specivernerdaaoa Penh Grow ars' Unie held Saturday night at the church schoolhouse with large attendance. President Eugene Bowers opened with remarks followed by William Houser and others. Members filled the room and spoke, ending with a sense of accomplishment for the group. Rest - good five room cottage within two blocks of public square. Inquire at this office.
In Danville Indiana Corydon Democrat notes Harrison County boys taking a local examination that day. Carrie Hays and Grover Graves have recovered from illness and expect to return to school. Perry Kintner considers applying for a waiter post at Thompson’s club. Local residents travel to Indianapolis for a Sunday outing. The T. L. and C. N. C. baseball teams played here Saturday with C. N. C. winning 14 to 1.
A handwritten New Year note from J M Bown to Miss Ella expresses difficulty writing, asks Ella to jot a message, and wishes her a happy new year with blessings for longevity and cheer. The writer laments distance and hopes to greet her in person if possible.
An advertisement extols Kennedy’s Tavative Honey and Tar as a laxative honey and tar cough syrup that moves the bowels to expel a cold, relaxes nerve tissues, soothes the throat, and relieves cough without opiates. It asserts it is the original laxative variety and lists druggists as sellers.
The Salem Democrat urges saloon keepers to renounce liquor sales citing voter remonstrance and statewide pressure. It argues stopping will spare families, reduce crime, and bring neighborly approval, promising better conscience and community support.
Clifty Bend residents await a forthcoming wedding as Wheat yields appear healthy in the area. Mrs. Val Cline improves after illness while Missie Keller visits her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Corbet, and family. Jessie Kintner of Worth visits Harry Hottell. John Bruner and family of Bloomington point visit Val Cline. Julius Borden and Edward Lord work for Harvey Cline.
An old newspaper ad promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy for catarrh. The copy claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces and offers a 1000 reward for any case it fails to cure, plus a list of testimonials. The notice also mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation and a separate local call for cabbage plants.
A promotional copy extols Germicidal Tablets as a scientific breakthrough. It links disease to germs and bacteria, claims the tablet cures and prevents illness, and credits decades of bacteriology research behind its development and perfection.
The advertisement touts Germicidal Tablets as the sole remedy to eradicate disease germs by removing the cause. It lists numerous diseases and asserts universal cure rates, shipping directly from a lab and pricing in fifty cents and one dollar sizes. The copy warns against symptom medicines and free samples from rivals. It cites American Medicine Co Memphis Tenn and offers payment via mail.
Deputy Fish and Game Commissioner J Marle interprets Section 602 of the new criminal code to bar possession of wild birds including redbirds bluebirds canaries and parrots in Indiana. He will enforce the law freeing any wild birds in captivity and taking action against owners who refuse.
Judge Cook ruled last week that a town clerk retains power to hold court under the updated law. Charles Doll, fined for running a horse in Corydon, appealed to test the clerk’s authority. the appeal was dismissed and Doll must pay the fine. Doll, noted as the county’s smallest man at about thirty, three feet tall and a light weight, owns a fast colt shown in town.
Judge George B. Cardwill resigns as Deputy Clerk of the United States Circuit and District Courts and as United States Commissioner to hold the New Albany City Judgeship. He relinquished the federal posts though remaining in the federally based offices without performing duties.
The United States Court of Claims ruled in favor of the One Hundred and Sixty-first Indiana Regiment, granting $55,000 for pay due before muster in. The decision brings relief to a large number of soldiers who served in the war.
Tampa man Ralph J. Fernandez describes his fearful race with death caused by liver trouble and heart disease. After ineffective doctors and medicines, Electric Bitters cured him in three days, restoring sleep and interest in life. Guaranteed at L. A. Riley & Son’s drug store. price 50 cents.
The Royal Baking Powder makers claim four decades of scientific study on bread and cake raising. They assert a perfect product with no substitute and note that its efficiency is endorsed by top authorities worldwide, presenting two key implications for housekeepers.
The Rev U G Sutherlin, a former Park Christian church pastor in New Albany and later evangelist, was arrested at his Silver Grove home on a first degree murder charge in the death of his wife. Evidence cites a contested suicide claim, with Floyd county grand jury indictments and Sheriff Morris making the arrest. The couple had a history of separation and dispute.
Homer Hays sued Schuyler Carver for five thousand dollars claiming malicious prosecution. In Circuit Court last week the two day trial ended Friday with a nine man jury delivering a verdict for the defendant. The dispute stemmed from Carver’s prior prosecution of a third party for assault. Attorneys Funk and Richard for the plaintiff and Win Ridley for the defense represented the parties.
A Belle Plain Minnesota writer says a friend suffered a severe hand wound that swelled from blood poisoning. Buck lein’s Arnica Salve reportedly drew out the poison and saved the man’s life. Best in the world for burns and sores. Twenty five cents at L A Reilly and Bon's drug store.
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