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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1900
Page
1
The Corydon High School graduation 행사 filled School Hall with an audience for its twenty second annual commencement. Seven graduates—four girls and three boys—delivered Shakespeare based essays. diplomas were handed by Prof. Riddle as Elder Treloar gave the closing benediction.
Local items report a child ill with whooping cough and croup under care of FL Stevens, C O Dome, and J Hepley painting residences. Mrs Ed Heninger shows slow nervous recovery after three weeks confinement. Odd Fellows decorates on March 30 with speaker. Miss Maxime Davidson hosts music class. M. Griffin & Co advertises hats and dry goods. the Grand Out-of-Town Excursion to the Indiana Gas Belt via the Big Four Route departs May 20 from Union Depot. ticket locations listed with prices to Rushville Knightstown Muncie Alexandria. return to Louisville at 11 40 p m.
Notice announces J. J. Walter will stop making pictures on June 2 at Corydon store near New Grocery and Queensware. Leif Miller opens a first-ware store nearby inviting calls. Accounts placed for collection with C. C. Jordan. all debtors must settle at once.
The Harrison county list includes William Ridley C W Cook E G Briscoe and many others as delegates to the State convention in Indianapolis on June 6. Also notes an extended visit by Capt S M Stocklager and a call for graduates to meet June 8 to fix entertainment plans. Local business ads promote Anchor James Mayer Parry buggies.
Low shoes are cool and comfortable with styles in black tan and patent leather. C. M. Miller offers a range for men and women today.
After the commencement exercises Friday evening graduates were hosted at the Kintner House by the class of 99 and prospective class of 1901. Thomas Jones of the class of 99 delivered an address during a social, music, and refreshments program, praised as a fine body of young ladies and gentlemen in the hotel parlors and banquet hall.
George A Crosby of Mott narrowly escaped injury when his horse was struck by the dinkey train engine at Windell crossing on a Monday. The horse was badly hurt and the buggy demolished while Crosby, hard of hearing and sight impaired, escaped unhurt though frightened. Train whistle and bell reportedly failed to warn him.
Notice announces the Louisville New Albany and Corydon Railroad annual meeting to elect seven directors for the next year. The session will be at Ed D Mitchell law office in Corydon Indiana on June th 1900 at 1 PM. Stockholders may attend in person or by proxy. M J O Connor President. Huon O Connor Secretary.
Eggs for sale at 50 cents per setting of 15. Address J B Craypen Rameey Ind. i 58.
The S. S. convention gathered at the M. E. church with large county representation. Officers elected include President E S Hallett and Secretary Kittie Slemons. Resolutions praised Rev D Meigs and mourned Rev G L Schbnur, urging greater home-based effort and thanking Corydon residents. A vote of thanks was given to J W McKinster. Miss Florence Newman praises Chamberlain's Pain Balm.
In State vs. John Binkley assault case the charge was dismissed on prosecutor motion. Geo Guenthert’s money under false pretenses case quashed. 8 J Langford vs D C Fouts distributions and final settlement completed. commissioner discharged. Robinson & Co. vs F M Austin set for next term. Cora K Morris mortgage foreclosure leads to receiver appointment. Josiah Gwin foreclosure judgment against Thomas Blair for 277 dollars. Many cases slated for later term. Bowling vs Applegate mandamus to compel bank deposit records for omitted property. Trial held and writ issued. Annual Froman vs Paul C Arnold change of venue now on trial.
Gregg Lodge I O O F will decorate the graves of deceased members next Sunday May 27. Members should gather at the lodge hall by 1 o clock for a 130 pm march to the cemetery. John H Weathers of New Albany will give an address. Corydon cornets band will provide music. All secret orders invited. public welcome. COMMITTEE.
A local business operator advertises ongoing inventory cuts at the Hub offering 75 pairs of ladies shoes marked down from 200 to 3.50 to 1.50, closeouts on Oxfords at 75c, and specials on Alabama and America styles. The notice lists various brands and a walnut display case with contact by C. C. Jordan.
George W. Binkley, 47, died at his home five miles southwest of Corydon after a short brain tumor illness. He taught public schools 25 years, led Sunday school, and was a U B party trustee nominee. Funeral at Fairview church attended by many relatives. He leaves a wife, ten children, five sisters, a father and brother. Regarded as an honest, excellent citizen.
Timberlake Post No. 507 G A R announces graveside decoration for fallen comrades on May 30 1900 open to all soldiers and the public. Decorations at Otterbein Bethel Lopp's Hollow and Mauckport Mt Zion by post and S W schools at 10 am. Memorial sermon at Mauckport May 28 10 am by Bro Hobson. Huey B. Blake posts commander.
A health notice promotes Chamberlains Cough Remedy as effective against persistent coughs signaling consumption or bronchitis. It claims the remedy is risk free if no benefit is found and notes sales through E S Crosier druggist. The ad lists dental services and prices by Geo N Lirtis D D S.
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