Early History of Corydon Pioneer Edward Smith Family
The narrative recounts Edward Smith born about 1754 in a Scotland-Irish family near London. He deserted the British in the Revolution, settled near Corydon Indiana, married Nancy Bilack, and helped found Corydon named by Gen. Harrison. The piece covers homestead life, cabin construction, hospitality, and descendants, noting a monument at Mount Zion cemetery and the family’s lasting local imprint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate Stevens
Edward Smith
Richard Smith
Jane Green
Scotland
London
England
America
Lafayette
Virginia
Mercer County
Kentucky
Nancy Bilack
Corydon
Edward O’coonor
Fair Ground Association
Loweth Addition
Farr
Bsiv
John
Ston
Cedar Glade
Mount Zion Cemetery
Jennie (Beeman
Mary
Polly Highfill
Sallie
French
Rachel Black
Isabel Felts
Nancy Highfills
James
Samuel
Henry F. Highfill
Court House Square
Mary Smith
James Long
Mary Highfill
William Highfill
Abvabell, Ind
Ida Desbo Hurst
Ind
Kate High- Hu Stevens
Stevens
Villa raid near Columbus recalled by locals in Taylor township
Mrs. Edgar Greenough and her sixteen year old son Stanley Hess, of Taylor township, witnessed Villa and his band during the Columbus raid. They reported a strong wire fence on the border, says the Villistas cut the wire and entered, and Americans killed about 150 of the attackers before retreating. Hess saw the burned Mexican bodies, found a gun and a hair rope, and these items were to be exhibited at the Centennial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgar Greenough
Jesse Young
Taylor Township
Stanley Hess
Columbus
New Mexico
Villa
Mexico
Young Hess
Roll of Honor subscribers list for Corydon Democrat
The Corydon Democrat publishes a long roll of readers who subscribed or renewed since the last report. New names include Leeman R. Brewer Elizabeth Reeves, B S Kirkham Wim Snider and many others from Corydon Lanesville Elizabeth and New Albany. A final line notes the John Deere corn planter with new edge drop and variable drop from L P Zabet & Co. of Lanesville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corydon Democrat
Leeman R. Brewer
Elizabeth
John Reeves
B.S. Kirkham
Wim F. Snider
Georgetown
Walter Snider
Crandall
Jas. Crosby
Corydon
Ruth Baker
Oklahoma City
Okla
Jos. M. Busald
Bradford
Jerra Iaith
Laconia
Andrew C. Richmer
Lanesville
Franklin P. Fouts
Annie Williar
Milliard St. Thomas
New Albany
Jobin Kintner
Denaun
Throcket Luther
New Middletown
Jacob Ems
New Salisbury
John M. Singleman
Jos
W. A. Coleman
xJohn B. Receler
Locust Point
Nerman Misert
Gorgetown
Frank Holmes
Chas
Horneckel
Lizzie Bender
Ramsey
Ed Haas
Taylor Wilson
Chis
Alousty
Dennus
Elizabeth Tindal
John W. Alstott
Arthur Zollman
Oscar M. Rice
Elisabeth
John Prage
James M. Bes
August Schneider
Anna Grable
Thos
H. Keller
Wim V. McFlfresh
Matthias Hausz
Chorgetown
John C. Reinhardt
Wm. Avery
Palmyra
B. F. Wilson
L. Bader
Winamac
Andy Ebalt
Minnie Borden
Bruceville
xWalter Davis
Edw Ellis
Davidson
Berryman
John Bower
J. B. Shields
W. W. Conrad
LaMpoille, II
H. A. Barton
Coletta
Reader
Evans Landing
C. A. Baxley
David Guss
Depauw
John McCrady
Martin Keen
Louisville
W. E. Fravis
Coryidon
John Deere
L. P. Zabet & Co
Marriage of John Schilmiller and Edna Hart in Buena Vista
John Schilmiller and Edna Hart wed in a Buena Vista Catholic church on Tuesday morning May 2 with a nuptial high mass. Miss Rosena Schilmiller served as bridesmaid. attendants included Pearl Hart and Edward Schilmiller. The couple will reside near Elizabeth and begin housekeeping in their new home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Schilmiller
Edna Hart
Buena Vista
Andrew Bastnagel
Rosena Schilmiller
Miss Pearl Hart
Edward Schilmiller
Elizabeth
Centennial News Letter Highlights Indiana Centennial Plans
The Indiana Centennial pageant at Plainfield’s Industrial School showcases a unique inmate produced event with W. O. Conway directing a fully self made production. Authorities caution against commercialized celebrations and urge genuine education and patriotism. A Monument to the Pioneer Mother gains momentum with six hundred dollars raised from penny contributions and a one dollar stamp promotion. Huntington begins the first county Centennial Exposition under J. M. Scudder with school led efforts and a staged exposition in the new civic center.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Soys
Plainfield
National Conference of Charities and Corrections
W. O. Conway
Greathouse
Huntington
J. M. Scudder
Monument to Johnny Appleseed unveiled in Fort Wayne
The Indiana Horticultural Society invites attendance at the dedication of a monument to John Chapman known as Johnny Appleseed at Sweeney Park Fort Wayne Indiana. The monument honors his frontier nursery work and the Indiana Society notes the donation by Hon Stephen Fleming and the APPLeseed legacy across Indiana and Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana Horticultural Society
Johnny Appleseed
John Kapman
Sweeney Park
Fort Wayne
Indiana
Stephen Fleming
John Chapman
Massachusetts
Ohio
the Democrat
Louisville
Public Auction At Farm In Morgan Township May 12 1916
John M. Martin will sell personal property at public auction on his Morgan township farm one half mile north of Byrneville. The sale includes a mare and colt, several Harness sets, wagons, farming implements, engines, a binder mower drill and many smaller items. Sale starts at nine o clock a m with usual terms. detailed bills available. John Wolfe Auct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Martin
Morgan Township
Byrneville
Fairbanks Morse
Ohio
Bay Press
Suiail
Gale
Ode to a Brother: In Memory of Wm A Rusk
Memorial for William A. Rusk who died April 21 1916 honors his service in the Odd Fellows order. Elizabeth Lodge No 578 sends condolences and resolutions praising his ministry to the afflicted and his charitable deeds with a benediction for eternal rest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. A. Rusk
Eliabeth Lodge No
J. O. O. F. Elizabeth
Chas. C. Cooper
Black C
Hildebrand
Fifteenth Birthday Surprise for Lillian Meyer Home Party
Friday evening April 21 a crowd gathered at Mr. and Mrs. Herman Meyer to surprise their daughter Lillian on her sixteenth birthday. About thirty friends arrived around eight. Music by Ruth Turley Maymie Yoebem and Lillian Meyer plus duets by Maymie and Lillian. Refreshments served and guests departed late with warm wishes. Attendees included Ruth Lula Turley Jesse Florence Maud Bertha Quebbeman Crace Lyskowinski Leona Davis Lillian Neal Maymie Yochem Ethel Jessie Gehlbach Mdmonia Faith Edna Bruce Lucille Watson and Lillian Meyer along with many others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Meyer
Lillian
Ruth Turley
Maymie Yoebem
Lillian Meyer
Maymie
Lilian
Ruth
Lula Turley
Jessie
Florence
Maud
Bertha Quebbeman
Crace Lyskowinski
Leona Davis
Lillian Neal
Maymie Yochem
Ethel
Jessie Gehlbach
Mdmonia
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lienry Harrison
Pine River
Jefferson
Corydon Ciow
Harrison
Territorial
Gove Ernor
Sen. Harrison
Smith
Eoe
Jennie
Gen
Crown of England
Isabel
Courts of Chancery
Prince Edward
Vincennes Gow
Smiths
Rachel
Samuel Black
East Tennessee
Fiath Windell
South Corquon
Sattral
Fairghournd
Ali Feir
Major Herbin
Lanessville
Biddy
Pegring Big Chief
Harrison County
Scott
Bowne
Bloomfield, N. J
Harrison Sounty
Roll of Honor
Centennia
Huntington County
Public
John Wolfe
the Quick Ease Co
W.market St
Louisville, Ky
Bend
Geo. B. Wahl
Corydon, Ind
Byrneville Summit
Sensation
Noble
Istmendorf
Oaklands
Golden Fern
Cobert B. Jenkins
Jy Lily
J.D. Horton
Paoli
Swarens
Adam
John H.eth
Bullett
Coryoon, Ind
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