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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1916
Page
2
The notice outlines advertising rates for display ads and special classifications in Corydon Indiana, with 15 cents per inch, 5 cents per line for Readers, and a 2 percent special rate for recurring ads. It lists obituaries limits, subscription prices for one year six months and three months, and requires advance payment or stamps for out of county readers.
The report notes lambs selling at 11.0 to 11.75 per hundred and wages higher than ever with abundant work for all. The piece also critiques Democratic promises and Republican editorials, contrasting voter sentiment and party rhetoric amid rising prices and labor demand.
In a burst of political rhetoric, the piece attacks the forces backing Hughes and the Republican ticket, accusing Wall Street money interests and party bosses of backing a candidate to control the government. It names Fairbanks Watson New Hemenway and other leaders as aligning with this stance, while contrasting with Wilson’s administration.
The passage argues that certain political forces mirror those of 1912 and earlier, noting that they carried only two states in 1912. It labels the forces behind Woodrow Wilson as Americanism, Peace, Preparedness, and Prosperity, plus a goal of justice and fair dealing for all, rich and poor alike.
The Indiana Historical Commission warns against lowbrow concessions and flashy attractions in 1916 Centennial observances. Officials urge patriotic, educational events that honor the Commonwealth and its citizens while avoiding costly, distracting diversions.
A historical celebration recalls a long standing observance with remarks on local dedication and notable guests. Governor Rallston Miss Dye Dr Wynnant Father Join Cava naugh attended as Centennial speakers at Brookville marking a milestone and showcasing era relics.
Centennial program at Technical Manual High School Indianapolis featured a pageant directed by Miss Mabel Gardard and class members. Nine Di Jo Brown and Santon Adiossen participated as part of the event with a commentary on school history and local achievements.
Montpelier resident Mrs. Alex Liddil credits Tanlac the Master Medicine with curing months of nervous trouble and weakness. She reports better sleep, appetite, and less nervousness after use. Tanlac is touted as beneficial for stomach, kidney, liver problems, rheumatism, insomnia, catarrhal complaints, coughs, and colds. It is sold in Corydon and Georgetown.
Leave New Albany by Lyons Hotel on Saturday at 1 p.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m. on other days at 2 p.m. Leave Corydon Skintner Hotel daily at 5 p.m. except Sunday at 5 p.m. Leave New Albany Lyons Hotel Saturday after noon at 5 50 p.m. Thomas McCrady and Sons.
The organizing committee ordered 600 season tickets at 2.50 each for this year’s Chautauqua. Tickets are $2.00 while supplies last and rise to 2.50 after exhaustion. Non transferable except within the owner's family and each ticket must have a family member’s name inked on it. Children aged six to fourteen require tickets.
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