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Corydon Democrat

Location

Corydon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1917

Page

6

Annual Commencement Program With Speeches And Music

The program lists J L Shaw and Gay Alexander in a patriotic theme with speakers Orin SappensGield Stella Saltsgaver and Stella Saltsgaver. Music by the Ramsey orchestra directed by J V G Loudon with ushers Wanda Smith Fern Bergman and Fern Hickman. Supt A O DeWeese presents diplomas.

J.L. Shaw Klower Wanda Smith Fern Bergman Agnes Gettelfinger Fern Hickman Ollie McClaren Clement Gettelfinger Music—Orchestra of Ramsey J. V. G. Loudon

Heirs of Louisville estate sue over property division

Attorneys J T Wilson and Lew M O Bannon attended court in Louisville representing many heirs of James Malona Sr who died over fifty years ago and James Malona Jr whose estate was probated in Evansville. The case involves houses on Seventh Street and Broadway with proceedings to determine title and authorize sale and division of proceeds among about sixty parties. The matter has appeared before Kentucky's Court of Appeals twice since Mr Malona Sr’s death.

J.T. Wilson Lew M. O' Bannon Louisville James Malona James Malona Jr Evansville Elizabeth Hedden Taylor Township Wilson O'Bannon Indianapolis Kentucky Seventh Street Broadway Court of Appeals of Kentucky James Marona Sr

Mrs Emma Clunie Dies After Long Illness In Jackson Township

Mrs Emma Clunie 51 wife of Jacob Clunie died Thursday night at her home in Jackson township after a long illness. Survived by husband two sons Ivan and Ora three sisters and four brothers. Funeral Saturday at Wood's Chapel at two o'clock conducted by Rev M C Patterson.

Emma Clunie Jacob Clunie Jackson Township Ivan Ora Cort James Edward Spence Lahue Mattie Sigler Sallie Igert Nannie Lahue

Narrow Escape Near City Railroad Crossing

A Ford failed to cross a railroad near the city last Sunday as Oscar Wright returned from the city. Passengers jumped out and William Christley flagged the approaching train with his hat to avert a smash up. Mrs Christley and Misses Anna Mae and Minnie Davidson were aboard.

Oscar Wright Wm. Christley Christley Annaj[Mae Minnie Davidson

Voters urged to register before August Registration Board

The Registration Board is in session in the County Clerk's office and will stay open until August. Citizens should not delay registering, as unexpected events could prevent some from completing the process.

40 Acre Farm Near Corydon With House Barn and Water

Property listing describes a 40 acre farm located 1.75 miles from Corydon and 0.25 miles from a pike. It features a six room house, barn, wood shed, smoke house, hen house, cellar, and ample fruit and water. Inquiries at the office. Mrs Olive Parks and daughter Dorothy visited New Albany Sunday with brother Henry Seburn and family.

Corydon Pike Olive Parks Dorothy New Albany Henry Seburn

Army Training Camp Proposed Between Jeffersonville and New Albany

A site for a training camp for about thirty thousand Indiana and Kentucky soldiers may be located between Jeffersonville and New Albany. Col. Lewis toured the area and praised the available sites. The government plans to lease the grounds for two years with a five year option, with a report due June 3.

Jeffersonville New Albany Col. Lewis New National Army Indiana Kentucky

Kaiser's Prayer to God Ends With Threat of War

Laughing verse mocks the Kaiser linking weaponry and submarines with imperial ambition. It depicts a demonized imperial figure imploring God for partnership to conquer nations, warning of war if refused and referencing Edison’s patent as a literal danger to submarines.

Our Pianos High in the Esteem of Music Lovers

Our pianos are praised for purity of tone and easy touch. High grade workmanship and materials justify our prices, and no other piano compares. Visit us to try one and be convinced of their superiority.

Obituary and Local News From Harrison County

Fred Eberle died at his Louisville home aged 54, survived by wife and four sons. funeral Saturday at Cave Hill cemetery. Luther Stover from Oklahoma visits Harrison County relatives. Stover, who moved to Oklahoma eleven years ago, plans to return home next Monday and continues to hold a school board post. Residents note additions at Miles & 10¢ Store. store advertises new stock.

Fred Eberle Louisville Henry Bickel Corydon Cave Hill Cemetery Luther Stover Medford Oklahoma Albert Stover Mr. Stover Harrison County Stover Blythe Ludlow Emery Breeden Harrieson County

Terrible Tornadoes Wreak Death and Destruction Across Several States

A series of tornadoes and a violent cyclone last weekend swept Illinois Kentucky Indiana and into Alabama Mississippi and Tennessee. More than 200 killed and 1200 injured with extensive property damage estimated around 2 million dollars. Mary Pickford noted as the highest paid woman in history due to her rise in film and stage, including work with Famous Players Film Company Paramount and Belasco.

Illinois Kentucky Mississippi Arkansas Tennessee Alabama Mattoon Ilinois Charleston Indiana Mary Pickford Famous Players Film Company Paramount Pictures Mary Toronto Favorte David Belasco Griffith Biograph Company Belasco Famous Players

Sunday Church Services and Memorials Across Town

The Efficiency campaign for the charge is over and attendance was fair. Regular services were held at St John and Moore’s last Sunday with no night service at Elizabeth for various reasons. Rev New of the Presbyterian church led memorials at the M BE church Sunday morning. The Elizabeth M E church will host services next Sunday morn and Rogers Camp Ground at night. Frank R Holmes, Supt of Elizabeth M E Sunday School, was injured last Saturday when kicked by a horse, breaking his left leg. J E Ashton will oversee the school during Holmes’ absence. Epworth League convention set for next week at Main St church New Albany on Wednesday and Thursday.

St. John and Moore's Elizabeth New Presbyterian Church M. BE Elizabeth M. E Rogers Camp Ground

Indiana University selects Richard R Sigler as physiology instructor

Fortune favors a young Indiana University student Richard R Sigler who is chosen as physiology instructor in the School of Medicine for the coming year. He earned an A B from the State Normal at Terre Haute and an A M from Indiana University. The post may lead toward a Ph D within three years.

Indiana University Richard R. Sigler School of Medicine Bigler State Normal Terre Haute

General blacksmithing and carriage painting offered

We provide general blacksmithing horse shoeing grinding plow points wood work and repair work with carriage painting as a specialty J Webb offers a trial to demonstrate skills and service.

J. Webb

Marriage License Filings for Bell Loudon Bartles Mee Carty

The records show marriage license filings for Raymond F. Bell and Meda Loudon, and Alfred Bartles and Ruth Marie Mee Carty.

Raymond F. Bell Meda Loudon Alfred Bartles Ruth Marie Mee Carty

New Proprietors Take Over Hoosier Dairy Lunch

Norris M. Hunt has sold the Hoosier Dairy Lunch at 315 Pearl Street New Albany and moved to his farm. New owners Thomas Lush and William Schumaker advertise in the Democrat inviting patronage and note improvements including an ice box large refrigeration and plans for cold drinks and clean meals with quick service.

Norris M. Hunt Hoosier Hoosier Dairy Lunch Pearl Street New Albany Harrison County Mr. Hunt Hoosier Lusch

Y M C A Campaign to Aid Army Units Seeks Indiana Support

A continent wide Y M C A drive aims to raise 3 000 000 dollars to establish reading rooms motion pictures lectures and religious services in U S Army camps Indiana volunteers target 150 000 with Corydon Harrison county residents urged to send contributions via Ben B Applegate funds go to the state treasurer in Indianapolis the effort seeks to uplift army life and morals. Mrs Thomas Stevens and daughter Olive visit Louisville with Mrs Joe Bernstein. Joseph Stilger of near Lanesville visited Corydon on business.

American Young Men’s Christian Association U.S. Army Indiana Corydon Harrison County Applegate Ind

Flat Rate To Collections Report

Fragmentary OCR notes show a flat rate to collections for the fourth quarter with numerical figures and a mix of codes or codes and values. The readable bits include percentages, monetary values, and coded terms but lack clear context or complete statements.

Pictures at Library Exhibit Arrives for Two Weeks

Thirty color reproductions of Argentine scenes arrived Monday at the public Library and will be on exhibit for the next two weeks. The display offers locals a chance to enjoy and study art.

Argentine Republic

Cemetery fund appeal by Pfrimmer's Chapel trustees

Trustees of Pfrimmer's Chapel request all persons with relatives or lots in the cemetery to send fifty cents for the keeping of the cemetery. Clarence Bruce president Robert Bruce secretary W A Turley treasurer.

Pfrimmer Clarence Bruce Robert Bruce

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Spencer Township Moberly J.L. Shaw Gay Alexander Geth Lewis Orin SappensGield Elsie Rosenbarger Zella Shafer UL. Hobson Belle Rosenbarger Pearl Swezens Cee Eee Jono B. Troncin Stella Saltsgaver Ethel Roberts Loran Sieg Sibula Merket Hazel Nolot The Red Cross Society Marvin Pingire Courage Music Mildred Hughes Mary Canoles Chester Guriz David Schieman A. O. DeWeese Maliona Estate Army Training Gott Tam Emperor Will-I-Yam Europe Heaven Dis Edison Conrad & Son Piano Company Middle West Elizabeth M. E. Circuit News Dance Brothers Dodge Brothers Buhler Motor Car Garage Pearl St New Albany, Ind NEW Proprietors Y.M.C. A. Campaign Thomas Stevens Miss Olive Joe Bernstein Joseph Stilger Lanesville Annual Report OF Eureka Telephone CO Eureka Telephone Company of CORY Corydon Exchange Reg Tee New Middletown Harrison Co. Agricultural Society Laconia Mauckport ED F. Windell Roy Graves Auditing Committee Pere Jacob Schneider Ae At
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