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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1901
Page
4
Corydon Democrat editors and proprietors Gias. W. Thomas and Chas. B. Ellis announce their office in the Democrat Building. Terms: One year in advance if paid in advance, out of county one year in advance. Postage and publication rates listed.
A November column mocks fusion in New York, critiques banks and trusts, notes King Edward VII's full title, and surveys Kentucky courts, Democratic politics, and Durbin. It reports 48,000 US soldiers in the Philippines with 115 officers and 3,578 dead and 182 officers and 3,646 wounded, urging skepticism of Republican peace claims.
The St Louis Globe Democrat notes the Overstreet bill to redeem silver dollars with gold may pass in the next Congress. It cites past Republican support for bimetalism and lists trial costs for Leon F. Czolg osz and related expenses totaling 1799 dollars 50 cents with allocations for attorneys alienists deputies pictures and transport. The state is expected to cover the latter bill.
The piece argues Governor Van Sant seeks to block a rail trust formed by Great Northern, Northern Pacific, and Burlington. It alleges rail magnates Hill and Morgan will rule Northwest transport, that lawmakers will be sent to St Paul on trust passes, and that Republicans are beholden to railroad money. It warns voters that trusts influence elections and that Democrats warned of this outcome.
The ad warns that being overweight or underweight is unhealthy and promotes Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil as a balance aid. It cites causes like over work and under-digestion, urges rest from overwork, and offers free samples with a pleasant taste. It lists Scott & Bowne as the chemists and pricing at 50 cents and one dollar.
Public notice-style advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney, bladder and urinary issues. It claims sediment in water signals disease, promises relief for back pain and frequent urination, and offers free sample bottle and book by mail from Kilmer Co. Binghamton NY.
In 1899 Kentucky politics influence shaped a higher court ruling. The Court of Appeals voids the Board of Election Commissioners acts and nullifies certificates of two judges, O'Rear and Hobson, amid party shifts. Critics call the decision an overreach and error.
Aguinaldo writes Gen. Chaffee asking permission to appear before Congress and present the Filipino people’s wishes. He requests eight companions four of whom are Guam prisoners while the others are Manila notables. The piece criticizes Republicans for stifling liberty appeals amid protected infant industries and a trusted Congress.
The Commoner critiques The New York Mail and Express on silver value under coinage theory. It argues free coinage would raise demand and price, countering claims that the dollar value is determined by non coinage silver. It notes Sherman act impact cited by Rusk linking silver value to agricultural prices.
The proclamation names Thursday November 28 as a day of thanksgiving praising the Creator for sparing the nation from war. It notes the Philippine strife should be forgotten for the day. It mentions a recent rebuke from Kentucky's Governor as a noted counterpoint.
About 650 Indiana natives hold offices across federal departments in Washington. Of these, around 250 are Democrats serving under civil service rules.
New Salisbury reports a newborn son to Mr. and Mrs. Wm Hubbard. Everett Crandall of Monon Route visits town alongside Granville Melton and wife from St Anthony. Protracted meetings continue with Rev Enoch Stevens aiding Bro Jeffery. Davy Temple, son of Charles and Mrs Temple, died Saturday in New Albany. burial at Bethlehem with many mourners. Wm Winn crowns corn champ, boasting an ear with nine or more in length, 18 rows and 918 grains.
The daughter of J N Powell suffered nail punctures in the foot from an inverted rake. After applying Chamberlain's Pain Balm, pain vanished within five minutes and no further discomfort occurred. In three days she wore her shoe normally. Powell, a Forkland Va merchant, notes Pain Balm heals without maturation and faster than standard treatment. Sold at Crosier's Corner Drug Store.
Trustees of the Elizabeth M. E. parish announce a dinner and supper from 12 to 7 pm on Thursday December 12 1901. An evening lecture by Rev J A Ward pastor of Wesley Chapel M E church New Albany on Modern Skepticism will follow. Admission is 10 cents with proceeds for the parsonage fund.
James H. Farrell of Chicago, longtime Illinois House member since 1887 and veteran Democratic organizer, led campaigns in many states and aided New York Mayor Van Wyck. At 59, he runs a Chicago real estate business and endorses Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a reliable digestive remedy in a March 14 1901 letter.
Poem mourns a brother and his wife, recalling their children Elsie and others left on earth. The speaker notes the companion’s death, faith, and hope of reunion in heaven, asking why to weep and promising to dry tears. A sister signs as M. G.
The Chicago Chronicle reports from Washington that the Schley inquiry verdict will practically vindicate Admiral Schley. The ruling will be brief, not exceeding about five hundred words, and avoid a long discursive opinion detailing the inquiry.
A vintage ad promises a one day cure for a cold with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It offers a money back guarantee signed by FR. W. Grove on each box and sells for 2 cents.
Chills and fever remedy marketed as GROVE'S TASTE Less CHILL Tonic described as tasteless form of quinine. No cure no pay promise. price 50e. novelty notice from a historical catalog.
An old advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets as a cure for a cold and cough with a no cure no pay offer. The wording emphasizes quick relief and a 25 cent price point.
Now is the time to choose a new suit or overcoat as lines run unbroken. The Royal Tailors of Chicago make to measure with a guaranteed fit and return option. They pride themselves on clean sanitary, non sweat-shop garments with sturdy trimmings and linings at important prices.
A detailed survey describes a southwest corner ground floor room in Corydon Harrison county Indiana on lot 35. It measures 29 by 13 feet with a 10 foot 9 inch ceiling and fronts Cherry Street. It lists doors windows and transoms with exact dimensions along the south east north and west walls.
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