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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1908
Page
4
The Gorgian Democrat is a weekly newspaper published every Wednesday since 1856 with a circulation of 2680. Founder Lew M. O’Bannon served as editor and proprietor, with printing and mailing handled from Corydon Indiana.
Publication lists subscription terms with advance payment required and a three month option. The text is garbled but indicates rates and advance payment policy for subscriptions.
Classified notice explains 10 cents per 6 inch display ad and 5 cents per line for insertions, with special rates for long standing ads. It outlines charges for church events and entertainments with admissions, obituaries up to twenty lines, and higher rates beyond twenty lines, plus a six word per line counting rule and payment in money or stamps.
A Corydon Republican quote notes that not all temperance supporters backed Watson, and not all Watson voters oppose temperance, highlighting a split between political and social views in the community.
Henry Waterson argues the Democratic ticket faced outsized critique and urges disciplined opposition. He lauds Bryan’s campaign, critiques oligarchic privilege, and calls for loyalty to public service and constitutional freedom amid partisan turmoil.
The article condemns a pre election campaign in Harrison county where posters from brewers opposed local option and letters signed by anti saloon league ministers urged voters to resist liquor restrictions. It alleges the flyers and letters were funded by leading Republicans and questions ministerial involvement. The writer urges readers to judge the dishonorable methods used to secure votes.
Opinion piece arguing that the 1908 election shows people lack confidence in reform and question the use of money power. It contends Republicans have no clear reforms, praises Bryan’s record, and laments that the people do not rule despite constitutional tools. It challenges readers to wake up and demand direct election, campaign finance disclosure, and trusted governance.
A small ad describes Sprinkle Allen's Foot use in one shoe to ease pinching when rubbers or overshoes are needed. It promises solid wear everywhere and costs 25 cents, warning to avoid substitutes.
Miss Rachel E Hays daughter of Thomas Hays Boone township and John L Stepp son of Mrs Lydia Stepp Taylor township were united in marriage at the county Clerk office last Saturday morning by Elder W D Bartle Christian Church The bride is a beautiful and suitable young woman and the groom is a prosperous young farmer They will reside in Taylor township The Democrat extends heartfelt congratulations and wishes them a long and prosperous life
Moberly births and movements include a son born to Mr and Mrs Chas Wolfe. U S Convention to be held here November 22. Quarterly meeting held Saturday and Sunday. Jacob Fawver recovering from a stroke. Miss Blanche Borden visiting mother Mrs Amanda Borden left for Indianapolis. Wood's Liver Medicine advertised for malaria and bilious conditions sold by Louis S Kiely. Prof. Giles Mowrer resigns from Jeffersonville Reformatory to enter Louisville Medical College. ManZan Pile Remedy advertised by Levis & Riley as relief on first use.
The undersigned forbids hunting on his premises two miles west of Corydon due to excessive dry weather and fire danger from firearms. Notice given by L. D. Bottorfe.
H. J. Friedley of Corydon announces the largest display of mouldings and frame supplies yet seen in town. He offers framing services at reasonable prices and invites customers to consider his stock and workmanship.
Nine room house with stable and garden offered in Corydon. One of the town’s best pieces of property. Inquire at the office. Good prices paid for apple timber. For particulars address Horaces Sonner R F D 2 Mauckport Ind.
Photographs and new styles including mat board showcased at Tue Mowrer Studio. The ad notes location near NE corner P.O. square and lists address 218 6 Frank 8 with Mowrer as proprietor.
Suckling mule aged 3 to 6 months offered by Michael Nolot of Bradford Indiana. Contact owner for details and price.
A series of reader testimonials describe dramatic recoveries after using Peruna. William F. Burke of Philadelphia reports stomach cramps and long illness ending with marked improvement after starting Peruna. J C Crumpacker of Kokomo notes renewed appetite and energy, with relief from hemorrhage and ear symptoms. A A Renstrom of Ogden credits Peruna with curing long standing catarrh and improved vitality. The letter also mentions Peruna tablets as a convenient alternative.
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