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Corydon Democrat

Location

Corydon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1916

Page

3

Evansville Sees Four Day G A R Centennial Pageant

Evansville hosted four days of events for the Indiana G A R encampment and the State Centennial Celebration. Governor Ras ton and E. B. Monfort attended, with a parade, a late afternoon cornerstone laying, and historic pageants at Bosse Field drawing thousands. The piece lauds Evansville residents, notes gate receipts, and ends with a schoolhouse No. 10 tribute poem by Otto A Wagner.

Evansville Grand Army of the Republic of Indiana E. BR. Monfort G.A.R Iston Indiana Vanderburgh County Raston Sons of Veterans Ralston Benjamin Rosse Bosse Field Willam Henry Harrison John Tyler

Bickel and Eisenmenger Weds in Franklin Township

Miss Minnie Bickel daughter of Mr and Mrs George Bickel of Franklin township and Mr August Eisenmenger son of Mr and Mrs John Eisenmenger of Webster township united in marriage at the bride’s home on Monday April 24 at 4 pm Rev F J Firnschild of St Peters Lutheran church officiated. About thirty five relatives attended the ceremony and supper followed by a reception that night. The couple will reside on a farm four miles northwest of Corydon and are highly regarded by friends.

Minnie Bickel George Bickel Franklin Township August Eisenmenger John Jisen- Menger Webster Township F. J. Firnschild St. Peters Lutheran Church Corydon

For Sale: Plows and Pony Offered by Stevens at New Salisbury

For sale listing from H. OF Stevens in New Salisbury includes an unused all steel riding plow at 22 pounds, a right handed Brinley all steel walking plow at 7 dollars 60 cents, and a gentle pony described as a good worker. Also offered is 100 acres of grazing land with stock pastured and ample water.

Clifton News Highlights and Social Notes

The river is falling and Sealth is excellent with good fruit prospects while farmers lag due to rain. Residents visiting Corydon on business include Nate Williar, John May, Qarsy Williar, and others. A dog believed rabid was killed near here. its head was sent to Indianapolis for exam. Sunday School at Clifton school house organized with J. M. Ford as superintendent and 2:30 pm weekly services. attendance 4, collection 1.15.

William Jesse Vos Willdale Toiullahild New Boston Jon Bord Mro Williar Meade Glasgow Itehaboth Murray Ferree Taylor Wilson Union Chapel Corydon Nate Williar John May Qarsy Williar John Arnold Harry Funk Gick Emima Pichd Trania Force Murray Verree Indianapolis Clifton School House J. M. Ford Jennie Williar Annie, Williar Mary Williar Ola M. May

Farm buildings burned at Harper near Byrneville

Fire destroyed the Harper farm near Byrneville last Wednesday night, consuming residence barn poultry house spring house smoke house wood shed and summer kitchen along with three horses farm implements corn hay and other property worth about 5000 with no insurance. The blaze started in the barn and spread under a high wind. neighbors smelled coal oil and the Harpers suspect arson in the barn. Mr and Mrs Harper were away at Corydon and a threatening letter was received postmarked New Salisbury bearing indecent language.

Abraham Harper Byrneville Geo. Slater Dave Swartz Harpers

Nappanee Silos Advertises Storm Proof Anchors

Stauth Brothers near Corydon sold a three year old mare to John Luther of Webster township for 200. The 1400 pound horse had never been worked. Monarchy and Climax silos offered by Nappanee Lumber and Mfg Co. in Napanee, Ind. C. W. Bmnith agent, Depauw, Ind.

Nappanee Lumber and Mfg. Co Nappanee Ind Stauth Brothers Corydon John Luther Webster Township

Seemingly Fragmented Drug Ad Hints at Penetrating Remedy

Fragmentary OCR text describes a dependable and satisfactory remedy for use with firm relief and penetrating action. Sold only by a local drug store, with packaging options 29, 50e and 100, attributed to W. H. Davis' Drug Store.

W. HL. Davis’ Drug Store Wey

Death of Mrs. Lou Melton In Mauckport Community

Easter Sunday 1914 obituary notes the death of Mrs. Lou Melton born Davis in Heth township. Survived by husband Dr. Os Melton five stepchildren and three brothers. Funeral April 25 at Mauckport M E church, burial beside nearby cemetery amid floral tributes. She is described as a valued, affectionate wife and mother with enduring virtues.

Lou Melton Heth Township Mauckport New Albany Os Melton Boone Township Metton Davis J. Forest Metton New York City Bessie House Jula Metton Siddie Timberlake Wood Melton Walter G Arthur Isaac Davis M. E Pearson

Two Desirable Homes and Business Property For Sale in Corydon

A local office advertises two attractive residences and a good business house in Corydon for inquiry. The notice notes ongoing horse purchases by M. F. Kaelin of Louisville and James Morris of New Albany, including nine horses bought this year at about 175 dollars each, praising local stock.

Corydon M. F. Kaelin Louisville James Morris New Albany George M. Jenkins Irom Sidney Johnson Mr. Morris Johnny Win Morris

Birthday social honors Williar daughter with lively games

A May 6 social at Mr and Mrs Nate Williar celebrated daughter Mary's birthday with 61 guests. Girls awarded prizes for best and poorest sewing with Maurice Hild and Ray Williar receiving the honors. Music came from the Williar band and guests enjoyed postcards and gifts. An ad for 8 HP gasoline engines from Zahel & Co. closed the notice.

Nate Williar Mary K. D. Williar John Schweitzer Lena John Arnold Daugthers Bertha Edith Elmer Williar Sidney and Russell Harry Funk Lola Madge Ray Maynard Anderson Williar Albert Rowe Jimmie Robinson Edward Maurice Hild Willie Murray Schweitzer Herald Maurice Williar Forrest Ford Hem Nellie Scales Elsie Funk Alma Murdock Jennie Williar Ray Williar Irma Ford Williar Thomas Weaver Elizabeth

Quiet Title Suit Against Unknown Heirs in Harrison County

Notice to unknown heirs and widows of Clipp and related parties informed of a complaint filed May 1 1916 in Harrison County Indiana to quiet title on 367 acres of land in sections 13 2 3 and 10 township 2 south range 4 east with specific parcel descriptions and a September 11 1916 hearing date unless they appear or demur.

State of Indiana Harrison County Harrison Circuit Court Samuel S. Ringo John Haoffstetter Hunt Jobn Hufstetter Devisees John Huffstetter Huffstetter Jacob Hofstetter Ns Hoffstetter Jacob Huffstetter George Kepey George Kepley Kepley Andrew Kepley Egatees Kepler Philip Cipp Kino Hamiton Clipp Cupp Hamilton Clipp Levatees of Clipp Serralda Clipp Jevarees Nextbof Serralda Chpp Benjamin I. Clipp, Jr Benjamin PF. Clipp. Jr Tye Clipp Philn Clipp Lezatees Bones Clipp Philip Clipp Jr Margaret FE. Clipp Margaret K. Clipp Henry Tush Ann Tush Kip State Seal Aus

Notice of Renewal of Liquor License in Lanesville Indiana

Notice to residents of Lanesville and Franklin township Harrison county Indiana that PHTER ELBERS will apply at the June term of the Board of Commissioners for a one year renewal to sell intoxicating liquors in quantities under five gallons with on premise drinking. The described premises are in the lower southeast front room of a two story building on west half of lot three on Main street Lanesville Indiana and the room opens to a street view.

Lanesville Franklin Township Harrison County Indiana Board of Commissioners Pranklin Township Min Phter Elbers

Novelty Repair Shop Sewing Machine Repair Ad

Sewing machine repair services offered at the Novelty Repair Shop with repair options and pricing. Contact details and hours not provided in the fragment.

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