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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1918
Page
4
The notice records Lew M. O' Bandeon as ASCk proprietor and entry of Corydon Indiana post office at second class matter.
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The New York Financial Chronicle lauds President Wilson for vetoing the Chamberlain bill to try civilians by military court martial and defend civilian rights. It argues only the President can shield liberty and democracy, warning against Prussian militarism and urging unity to win the war while preserving American ideals.
The Louisville Evening Post argues that a postwar contest between contending forces will occur in the republic and that President leadership will be invaluable to preserve American ideals. The piece frames the nation as steadfast against military oligarchy and emphasizes the President's crucial role in maintaining democratic values.
A heated critique of The Outlook and its portrayal of U S aid to France. The letter notes support for Woodrow Wilson and Congress, and defends American efforts while accusing The Outlook of falsehoods and political manipulation. It contrasts Roosevelt and Hearst papers on truthfulness.
The Louisville Evening Post argues Republicans seek a war officer with Republican ties to be the 1920 nominee but warns a military hero president would be a grave mistake. It contends postwar issues suit civilian leadership and Roosevelt would block such a candidate.
The Provost Marshal General Crowder announces July 1 as the date after which every draft age man must work or fight. Idlers and registrants in nonuseful occupations face conscription or reassignment, with dependents cited only if the worker is truly idle. The rules name service, food and drink workers, elevator operators, hotel attendants, ushers, domestic and salon clerks, and other clerks as affected.
John Cole died at his home in Washington township near New Amsterdam on Tuesday evening May 21 after a long illness. He was 68 and leaves a wife, four sons Charles S, Clarence H, David E and R Omer, and a daughter Mary L who died in infancy. Funeral at New Amsterdam United Brethren church conducted by Rev C L Carmichael. Burial in New Amsterdam cemetery. He united with the United Brethren church years ago and remained faithful.
A scatter of small notices from Depauw Indiana reports residents’ latest doings. Briscoe plans a return drive from northern Iowa in a Tin Lizzie. A rate of injuries includes Banfer cut by a saw and hospitalized. A Depauw stand at a local sale did well. Various travels, illnesses, and wartime mood are noted along with a baseball result 7 to 8 and local social events.
Peter A. Barton sold two pure bred Percheron mares to Joel F. Russel of Boone township. The mares Almeda with record 104 653 and Lillian with record 182 598 are five and two years old respectively, bred by Burton and registered by the Percheron Society of America. Both buyers are noted as good farmers and Burton is known for breeding many fine registered animals.
Trustee William H. Stewart fixes Saturday office days starting April 20 1918 at John Finks store Buena Vista from eight to three to transact official business in Taylor Township.
We are needing money and if any who owe this company for the services of Omer can help us by paying soon we will sure appreciate the favor. Any person who is willing to thus sid us can leave the money at the First National Bank, at Corydon, or send GUCCK Wwws. John J. Day, Treasurer Harrison County Belgian Horse Company, Corydon, Ind. R.R38 8.C. White Leghorns, Geo. B. Ferris, 230 -264. Egg strain $1.00 per 26, or $6.00 per 100. maristf
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