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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1918
Page
6
The Harrison county drive raised six thousand dollars and received ten thousand dollars in contributions. The editor praises local patriotism backing the war effort and notes prior drives and ongoing fund campaigns, with plans to publish township-by-township details later.
Oscar Harbeson writes from the farm and thanks Harrison County Democrats for support after his defeat in the sheriff nomination. He pledges to back John K Morris in November and offers help to any Democratic candidate. He invites supporters to share corn bread at his home.
Fire at Valley City destroys the Fulkerson residence store room smoke house and wood house. Loss estimated at 1500 with 700 insured. Fire reportedly started from the flue on Friday May 10. Morgan Township commencement set for May 31 at Bradford Christian Church with exercises including music invocation class address and presentations.
The Grand Lodge I O O F of Indiana held a regular session in Indianapolis last week. Corydon Lodge was represented by John Wise, Tiza beth by James Black, Laconia by Willey Byrum, Mauckport by Jesse Kirk, New Amsterdam by R H Mowrer, and New Salisbury by N L Clunie. John M Dannenfelger of Corydon attended as Grand Herald, elected last November. Martin Lemmon, formerly of Boone township now of Shelbyville, serves as Grand Marshal.
The week of June 3 to 8 is designated Coal Week by the U S Fuel Administration. All who have not ordered next winter's coal are urged to do so during that week. Coal in railroad custody is under federal control and theft from cars will be rigorously enforced. Hacison Co Fuel Admin.
Jacob I Lucas of Indianapolis aged thirty two committed suicide with a shotgun at the home of Mr and Mrs A J Peterson in Scott township. He left a note citing ill health and hope for relief. The coroner and undertaker attended the inquest. body later shipped to Indianapolis. He is survived by his parents Mr and Mrs George Lucas a sister Miss Lyndal and brother Albert K Lucas.
A Corydon resident confirms the kidney health remedy Doan’s Kidney Pills for backache and kidney regulation. Mrs. George Straub recalls buying them at Riely’s Drug Store and, over two years later, reiterates strong faith in the pills as a household staple. Price 60c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. distributes.
Trial docket lists cases continued from the last circuit court term and set for Sept 9 to Sept 27 with parties including State v Farnsiey Austin West Mcine Co v Bussabarger Johns Wenning Poyoke Wolfe Stilger est Biank Bottles v Shaffer Mosier Collins Monier Krause Thomas Mansel Smith Woodward Woodward Chaffin Stover Bauer v Bauer Machine Gibbs v First National Bank Walrus Manufacturing Rosenbarger Holcroft Wright Hazzard Byrne.
J D Oliver urges Indiana to lead in War Savings and Thrift Stamp sales. A statewide drive runs May 27 to June with a $7,500,000 quota, flags for counties meeting goals, and awards for top purchasers. Hoosiers asked to buy stamps, not dodge duties, and declare Indiana first by June 1.
Ringlet Barred Rock eggs for hatching two dozen or more available at $1.00 each. Write or phone R. A. Montgomery at Central for orders and details. Call or visit for shipping and pickup arrangements.
The writer expresses gratitude to Democratic voters for the nomination for County Treasurer. It notes it was their first candidacy, enjoyment of meeting new people, commendation for opponents Byrne and Turley, and a continued request for support to be a satisfactory officer if elected.
Indiana boys and girls aged 16 to 20 compete at the State Fair in Indianapolis on September 3 for a $200 trophy, $175 in Purdue scholar ships, $75 cash prizes, and silver cups awarded by several Indiana agricultural associations. The event is directed by Purdue professors G I Christie and C C Gobble at the fairgrounds coliseum, with a tour of Indianapolis stock yards and packing plants for participants.
Auditing Committee reports May 15 1917 to May 15 1918 for Eureka Telephone Company Harrison County Indiana. Beginning balance 8198.88 with receipts 12308.76 and expenditures 11277.36 leaving 681.41 on hand. Signed Roy Graves Ada Stevens May 25 1918.
Notice is given that Iesse A Toops as administrator will auction the estate of William S Toops deceased at the late residence in Posey township on Saturday June 22 1918 starting 10 00 a m. Items include mare cow wagons drills hay corn wheat and rye crops tools and various equipment. Cash for five dollars and under. over five dollars credit six months with note at 6 percent interest and sureties. Auctioneers Nicholas Seipel.
The administrator of the Lewis Byron estate filed final settlement in Harrison County Indiana. The hearing is set for September 9, 1918, at the Circuit Court. All interested persons must appear and show cause why the settlement should not be approved. GEORGE B. BYRUM Admr. Co. W. COOK Attorney.
Notice states Jesse A. Toope was appointed Administrator of the estate of William S. Toope deceased of Harrison County Indiana. The estate is said to be solvent. Clyde Lottick is Attorney of record. m22-37
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