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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1903
Page
1
The Keller store touts its Wear-Resister line as the best factory-made footwear in Corydon. It promotes a strong Oxford and low-boot season with ladies’ kid low shoes from $1.00 and Queen Quality styles at $2.50, plus men’s pairs at $2.00.
John P. House of Crawford county was fined 100 and given a 30 day jail term in federal court, with the jail sentence suspended. Judge Anderson cited House's good reputation and seven children to support as mitigating factors. Deputy Collector F D Connor urged leniency after presenting circumstances. House admitted producing white whiskey from sorghum molasses and corn meal, with about sixty gallons found when the plant was discovered. liquor was poured out.
Clarence L. Durnil son of Mr and Mrs J A Durnil Ramsey recently concluded a visit with his parents and friends He is manager of the National Investment Co office in Minneapolis Starting with the company eighteen months ago in Louisville he was promoted to assistant manager in Indianapolis and later given his present post Pivot Axle Malta and Buckeye riding cultivators are sold by W H Bulleis & Son.
The Indiana Farmer argues that cow quality matters, sharing observations from Memphis where a Jersey cow yields a day’s butter with modest feed, unlike nearby cows. A Sentinel writer notes two cows of similar size eating alike but producing vastly different milk. the remedy is selecting the best cows and efficient farm management.
Painters work on the Capitol dome to protect iron from corrosion and restore whiteness. About 1,000 gallons of paint are used. The rigging for the project was installed by Head Rigger Ports of the navy, famed years ago for a daring climb on the Statue of Liberty.
An advertisement touts De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve as a fast cure for burns, sores, and pulls, claiming it heals without leaving a sear. It also markets it as a remedy for piles and notes L. A. Reavy & Son as sellers.
The Perry County report describes Judge Cook presiding over a double-charge case where the same evidence covered both offenses. The jury returned two verdicts one guilty and one not guilty. The piece critiques the session calling for efficient, businesslike justice and notes the judge’s forceful handling of the court.
A remonstrance circulates opposing the proposed Street fair citing immorality. Froia press in New Albany and Seymour condemn fairs as infamous and outrages. If held, authorities should prevent indecent acts on streets. Bargains in lawn swings offered by V. H. Bulleit & Son.
June Succesa argues that city life dulls the senses with artificial sounds and sights. He claims natural beauty, birdsong, streams, and pines are rare in America cities and must be sought out amid brick and mortar.
Charles Spore formerly of this county was found dead near Watterson Wisconsin with a revolver by his side and a single empty chamber. He led a car of household goods for L. D. Spore of Aberdeen South Oak. He was about thirty and had left the county recently. Remains to be sent to his former home for interment.
Hursttown notes John Ladue and his son Earl traveled to Falls City for medical care. Rev Patterson and family visited Virgin friends. Spencer Harrell and wife visited Palmyra. Jacob Frederick and Mrs Henry Frederick on sick list. Philip Miller and wife from Crandall visited Marshall Lone's home Sunday.
Advert promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets claiming a cure for colds in one day. It notes a refund if the product fails and that B W Grove signed each box. Publication date February 19 was indicated.
Prof and Mrs W H Fouse oversaw closing exercises on the 19th at the Auditorium. The eighth grade led the entertainment with help from younger pupils. Georgia and Nettie Perry earned high school entrance certificates. J W Riddle gave the presentation and awarded prizes to Leslie Arnett and Howard Carter for attendance punctuality and deportment.
Mrs. Nancy Hunter wife of the late Wm B Hunter died at her son William Hunters home in Central last Wednesday from paralysis. Interment followed Friday at Marshs cemetery near Laconia. Formerly of Corydon she moved to Central about a year ago due to ill health. A regular M E church attendant her funeral was well attended by friends.
Decoration of deceased brethren graves by Pennington Post No. 418 G. A. R. at Crandall set for May 30 with committees visiting cemeteries in the forenoon. Gather at Bethlehem for an afternoon program of speeches and songs with Odd Fellows invited to join. Sponsored by W. H. Builleit & Son.
Senator David Davis of Illinois praised local newspapers for giving free fines to communities and urged readers to support their home paper as the best investment, noting editors do more for less pay and benefit towns more than teachers or preachers.
A veterinarian Isaac LaHue Sr of Nevin Indiana will continue general practice with focus on obstetrics of domestic animals vivisections venesection and dental work including fistula and tooth filing. Medicines kept on hand for colic and emergencies. Prices stated as reasonable.
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