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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1870
Page
3
The Corydon paper notes public schools open December first, teachers in Harrison county paid 140 to 225 dollars daily, with debate over unequal pay. It cites local politics, a German Lutheran church dedication, Metz surrender, and ongoing Paris bombardment with no end in sight.
The Inow, part of the New Albany and St. Louis Air Line Railway, completes to Mount Inon. The round trip extends 76 miles east of Ous, marking a milestone for the St. Louis and Southeastern Rail ad project.
Dr Forp of New Albany will treat chronic diseases of females urinary organs fistula cancers dropsy fits scrofula piles and eye diseases at the Wright Hotel Corydon on Mondays Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Also notes marriage licenses granted and political snippets from the era with local ads and notices.
The Rev W W Rundell of the Methodist Church officiates Thursday evening October 27. Tienny Tr Ridward and Frances Slemon s, daughter of the late Dr Slemon s, both of Corydon, celebrate a marriage with wishes for fair weather and enduring happiness as they begin married life.
At the residence of his father of consumption October 24 1870 Mer Exvisas Done aged about 32 years. Mr Dull was a very promising young man and his early death will be greatly regretted by his many friends and associates. At the residence of Cyrus Lewis in this place after a long and severe illness on Saturday evening Oct 29 1870 Miss Josemine Taylor aged about 23 years. The deceased was a member of the Christian Church and was much beloved in the community in which she resided. At his residence in Harricon township this county on Thursday Oct 27 Mr William Winver aged 64 years 4 months and 15 days. Mr Windell was one of the early settlers of this county. He was born in Shenandoah County Virginia in 1806 and removed to this county in 1826. There was no more pure upright honest and influential man in the county and his loss will be deeply felt.
The notice describes a recently issued guide by Rowell & Co. detailing leading newspapers with their circulations and fields, offered for 5 cents postage. The Pillsburg Leader endorses Rowell as the largest U.S. advertising agency and recommends the publication for advertisers seeking maximum publicity at low cost.
The Saturday Evening Post promotes a 1871 subscription drive offering thirteen papers plus fifteen months, with special extra editions for new subscribers. Rates vary by number of copies, with promotions including a large engraving for full subscribers and clubs. Address St Peterson & Co Philadelphia.
A parent from Portland testifies that Hurley's Worm Candy cured children of worm infestations, noting dramatic weight and health gains. The letter urges public sharing and invites inspection at corner 10th and Chestnut streets to prove the claims.
An unseen Cincinnati man Henry Turner testifies to a long battle with scrofula and debility. He reports using Hurley's Sarsaparilla after other remedies failed and claims four bottles began healing large glands and the condition improving toward complete health. He invites inquiries.
Address to the nervous and debilitated, protracted sufferings from hidden causes. It asks about general health, liver and kidney issues, urine quality, breath, digestion, bowels, memory, sleep, mood, and social energy. Warns that venereal disease and sexual excesses weaken organs. Advocates a diuretic as the proper treatment.
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