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Newspaper

Corydon Democrat

Location

Corydon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1923

Page

3

Death of Celestian Vausha in Depauw

Celestian Vausha aged about seventy three died at his home in Depauw on Wednesday night September 26 of pneumonia. Funeral services were held at St Bernard's Church Frenchtown Friday September 28 at 10 o'clock, interment in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife and five children John Vausha Louisville August Vausha Georgetown Mrs Florence Lane St Louis Mrs L A Schuppert New Albany and Mrs Nettie Schuppert Louisville. He also leaves two sisters Mrs John B Colin and Mrs Louis Simon of Frenchtown.

Celestian Vausha Depauw St. Bernard’s Frenchtown Charles Busald John Vausha Louisville August Vausha Georgetown

Governor McCray Faces Grand Jury Investigation

Governor Warren T McCray is under grand jury inquiry in Marion County Indiana over business transactions. His son in law the Marion County Prosecuting Attorney asked to be excused. Charles W Moores named to serve. A Marion bank holds $22000 of his notes and Fort Wayne banks seek bankruptcy action.

Warren T. McCray Marion County Grand Jury Indianapolis McCray Marion County Grand Jury Charles W. Moores Marion Indiana

Widow Barienbrock Dies in Columbus Ohio

Mrs Wilhelmina Elizabeth Barienbrock widow of Henry G Barienbrock died at her Columbus home Tuesday of last week at 2 30 A M Funeral services were held at the family residence and burial followed in Green Lawn cemetery Columbus She was sixty four and survived by three daughters Sadie Mabel and Alma married and four grandchildren A cousin of Squire John W Lohmeyer of Heth township started to attend but missed train connections at Cincinnati and could not reach the funeral.

Wilhelmina Elizabeth Barienbrock Henry G. Barienbrock Columbus Ohio Green Lawn Cemetery Sadie Mabel Barienbrock Alma

New Idea Manure Spreader At McKinster Sale

A New Idea manure spreader will be sold at E L McKinster's sale on October 12, 1928.

E. L. McKinster

Mrs Amanda Hannel Dies at 72 in Scott Township

Mrs Amanda Hannel widow of Michael Hannel died at her Scott township home last Saturday night around 2 oclock from bronchial asthma. She aged 72 and had been ill briefly. Survived by eight children: John in California Jacob and Michael Charles George Joseph in this county and Emma Swarens in Arkansas Anna Hogan in Indianapolis and two stepdaughters Hammond Nebraska. Funeral at Mt Solomon church today at 3:00 with Rev E L Burger and burial in Mt Solomon cemetery.

Amanda Hannel Michael Hannel Scott Township Hannel John California Jacob Michael Charles George Joseph This County Emma Swarens Arkansas Anna Hogan Indianapolis Ind Mesdames Hammond Nebraska Mt. Solomon Church E. L. Burger

Second Hand Wagon Boxes Offered by Keller Mfg Co

A small stock of two horse wagon boxes is for sale at bargain prices. Interested buyers should call at the Wagon Factory promptly as supplies are limited. Q10-2-w. Keller Mfg. Co.

The Keller Mfg. CO

Auto Repairing Garage Opens Next to Democrat Office

Newland T. Knight announces a garage opening behind J. L. Rowe's Corydon business next to the Democrat office. He offers repair services for cars trucks and tractors with day and night road calls via Eureka phone and Rowe contact for daytime and Knight residence for night calls.

Democrat J. L. Rowe Corydon Democrat Eureka

Dears Show Arrives with Fine Pictures and Local Games

John Dears Moving Picture Show arrived Saturday to a hearty welcome. N. B. H. 8 basketball beat D. H. S. 14 to 2 and the baseball team won 5 to 3 at Depauw last Friday. Numerous residents attended the games and several local families visited White Cloud and Leavenworth over the weekend.

John Dears Moving Picture Show N. 8 Abe Rothrock White Cloud Fern Louisville Leavenworth John Hughes Hobart Gilbert Neely Herman Holsclaw Raymond Roy Shaffer Hobart Wayne Roy Hughes

Dies at Greencastle

Mrs. Alice Ashworth wife of Chas H Ashworth and former Crandall resident died at Greencastle Indiana hospital on Thursday September 27 at 4 00 am aged forty nine born June 21 1874 Funeral services were held September 30 at 2 30 pm at the Christian church in Greencastle with interment in the local cemetery She is survived by one adopted daughter Catherine fifteen years old two sisters and one brother Mrs Ashworth had been ill for about a year or more

Alice Ashworth Chas. H. Ashworth Crandall Greencastle Ind Christian Church Catherine

Four Local Churches Schedule Sunday Services and Retreat

At the four white Protestant churches regular services will be held next Sunday with Sunday School at 9 30 A M Morning Worship at 10 30 A M Evening Sermon at 7 00 P M The Presbytery of New Albany convenes an Evangelistic Retreat at First church New Albany on Monday October 25 1923 starting 10 00 A M Officers and as many members as can attend are urged to join for prayer and planning toward Zion.

Presbytery of New Albany First Church Presbytery

What is Right With the Churches

Hear the Evening Subject on Sunday titled What is Right With the Churches. Everyone invited to attend the discussion at the church hall to hear speakers and join the dialogue on faith communities.

Church Group Meetings and Sermon Series Announced

The Woman's Missionary Association and Otterbein Guild join for a public church meeting Wednesday at 7 30. Friday at 7 30 the Men's Brotherhood meets. Sunday School 9 30 Morning Worship 10 40 with a series on Fundamentals of Modern Religion as Found in the Old Testament. Evening Worship 7 00 on Privileges of Believers. Amzi D Smith, Minister.

Woman's Missionary Association Otterbein Guild Amzi D. Smith

Church Evening Service and Talks Schedule

The church announces a Wednesday night service at 7 with a sermon The Hands of Deliverance and an address on Thursday at 7 by Mrs. Mary Adamson Heroes of the Mission Field. Sunday services include Bible School at 9 30 and worship at 10 30 with a sermon Facts for your Faith The Church.

Star Group Mary Adamson Heroes of the Mission Field J. Carr

Central Idea of Prayer Leads Oak Grove Epworth Meeting

The Oak Grove Epworth League outlines its October 14 program with prayer focused readings and music. Leaders include Mrs Yazel McClaran and Mrs Wes Blake guiding discussions on prayer obligations and work versus prayer. The group plans to visit Strimmer's Chapel Young People's Society Sunday night.

Yazel McClaran Wes. Blake Homer Wise Jimcille Shaffer Fern Grable Qolan Grable Lois Shaffer Jos. McClaran Oak Grove League Young People’s Society Strimmer’s Chapel

Sale Notice by Leff McCoy in Mott Indiana

On account of ill health Leff McCoy of Mott Indiana will begin Monday October 15 selling his entire stock at cost and less than cost. The inventory includes 200 pairs Ball Brand overshoes 100 pairs Lion Brand shoes work shirts hats caps dry goods notions tobacco groceries and more. O0-10-2-w.

Leff McCoy Mott Ind

Two Page Extra Delivers Late News and Alluring Ads

The two page extra of the ten page paper offers late interesting news and valuable advertising. It emphasizes that news and ads in the supplement share the same character and value as the main paper, urging readers to read thoroughly.

Destructive Barn Fire Destroys Haas Farm Near Corydon

A large barn and several outbuildings on Ed Haas’s farm south west of Corydon were destroyed by a fire Saturday night. Firefighters and neighbors saved the dwelling and other structures though total loss is estimated at 3000 dollars plus content value. Insurance of 1250 dollars held with Aetna Fire Insurance Company via the Bullett Agency.

Ed Haas Corydon Haas Mr. Haas Alva Wiseman Aetna Fire Insurance Company Bullett

Prisoners in Eddyville Rebellion Ends in Deaths

Four Eddyville penitentiary inmates were secretly armed and opened fire on guards on March 3. One guard was killed and four wounded in the initial escape attempt. three wounded guards died later. Local officers and National Guard halted the siege as heavy gunfire struck the prison for days. Tex Walters of Louisville led the group. his wife confessed involvement in arming conspirators.

Eddyville Penitentiary Kentucky National Guard Tex” Walters Louisville

Fire truck to move town reels after October 15

The two center town reels and the Wagon Works reel will be placed on a fire truck after October 15. The truck will be parked in the old Bullett Garage west of the Red Mill on Mulberry Street. Anyone who can drive may take it out, but only when a fire is known. Cars must stay at the street side while the truck uses the center lane. Drive slowly when turning or crossing gutters. By order of the Town Board Corydon Indiana.

Bullett Red Mill Mulberry Street Corydon Indiana

Chester Turley Hurt In Wagon Accident Near Corydon

Chester Turley suffered serious injuries Monday morning while hauling wood east of Corydon. Caught by an archway at a shed he was knocked unconscious and fell from the wagon. His mother, Mrs Jap Turley, called for help and he was taken inside for treatment and possible anesthesia to assess his injuries.

Chester Turley Corydon Jap Turley

Snow White Perfect Flour from Eureka Milling Co

A grocer is advised to request Snow White The Perfect Flour made by Eureka Milling Co catalogued as 0-10-3-w. The label highlights product branding for distribution to stores and customers.

Eureka Milling CO

Laconia High to Host Community Social Next Friday

Laconia High School announces a Community Social on Friday evening October 12 starting at 7 30 p m. Everyone is invited. Activities are planned to ensure a good time for all attendees.

Laconia High School

Two Mares For Sale In Corydon Indiana

Two mares about 12 years old in good condition offered for sale. Reasonable price. Contact Junius Alexander at 010-27 Corydon Indiana.

Junius Alexander Corydon Ind

Death of Mrs Cecelia Smith Near Depauw

Mrs Cecelia Smith aged 73 widow of Jefferson Smith died suddenly last Friday night at her home near Depauw from hemorrhages. Survived by five sons Perry Melton Ollie Alva and Gus and one daughter Ada Williams all near Depauw, two brothers August and Lawrence Sieg. Funeral 9 30 Monday at St Bernard's church French town conducted by Rev Charles Busald with burial near the church cemetery.

Cecelia Smith Jefferson Smith Depauw Charles Busald Frenchtown

New Bank Employee Earl Miller Joins Corydon State Bank

Earl Miller has started work at Corydon State Bank after being hired last Saturday. Known as competent and popular, he previously worked with W. H. Bullett & Sons and has wide county connections. Also noted is E. L. McKinster’s sale Friday October 12 featuring a team of three to four year old mules.

Earl Miller Corydon State Bank Earl W. H. Bullett & Sons Miller

Charles P Lind Arrested On Liquor Law Charge

Charles P Lind a farmer from Posey township north west corner was arrested last Monday on liquor law violations. Prohibition officers seized over 200 gallons of intoxicating liquor. He appeared before Squire James I McKim with October 19 hearing date and posted bond of 3000. Attorney Robert Kelso of New Albany attended.

Charles P. Lind Posey Township Charles Lieber Wm. Marshall Dan Moore Prohibition Squire James I. McKim Robert Kelso New Albany Mr. Lind

Public Auction Of Griffin Property In Boone Township

William H Griffin will sell personal property at public auction at his residence in Boone township four and a half miles north of Laconia and one and a half miles south of Dogwood on Friday October 19. Sale starts at 9 AM. Items include three mares coming three years old farm machinery and implements and two and a half acres of tobacco in the barn.

William H. Griffin Boone Township Laconia Dogwood

New Garage Owner Takes Over Knight Post at Rowe Shop

Newland T. Knight has purchased the rear garage beside J. L. Rowe's automobile accessory shop and now operates independently. He has been Rowe's chief garage man for months and brings wide auto repair experience and a focus on customer service.

Newland T. Knight J. L. Rowe Democrat Mr. Knight Mr. Rowe

Farm equipment sale near Laconia and Dogwood

William H. Griffin will sell three mares two young mules one McCormick mowing machine one Superior wheat drill two drag harrows one disc harrow one hay rake one double corn cultivator one farm wagon one surrey two double shovel plows one five shovel cultivator one garden plow Friday October 19 Sale begins 9 00 A M Four and a half miles north of Laconia and one and a half miles south of Dogwood.

McCormick Surrey William H. Griffin Laconia Dogwood

Christmas Savings and Local Pie Supper Notice

Christmas Savings invites readers to open a Christmas Sayings account with Corydon State Bank and The Peoples Bank noting plan satisfaction and upcoming interest payments. A pie supper is announced at Spencer township School No. 1 on Thursday night October 11 with Miller's Electric Shop supplying lights and Clarence Gettelfinger the teacher inviting all.

Corydon State Bank the Peoples Bank Spencer Township Miller's

Eight High Schools Report Friday Games Results

Eight area high schools played in a battle array last Friday October 5 with results in base ball at Lanesville and basket ball at Depauw. Wheat sowing begins in the vicinity and Epworth League held a well attended Sunday program. Mr Homer Barrow injured his arm Sunday while cranking his Ford. Visitors and guests named attended Sunday events at several local homes. Sunday School scheduled at 9 30 AM with public invitation extended.

Lanesville Epworth League Homer Barrow Wesley Blake Homer Curts George W. Byerley Rolley Scott Township Albert Hershman John Michaels Duncan Ind Shelby Applegate Forest Anna May New Albany Eph. Feller Andrew Elsie David Blair Jesse Keller

Car Crash Demolishes Vehicle Injures Woman Near Lanesville

A Sunday morning accident near Lanesville involved Chas Bobhart and a Charlestown young woman in a fast board roadster that struck a bridge, demolishing the car and injuring the woman who suffered a severe forehead gash a bruised arm and a broken rib. They were treated by Dr Teaford then loaded onto a Charlestown truck and transported home.

Chas Bobhart Charlestown Ind Lanesville Ed. Gresham

Most Talked Of Flour In Town

E Bake and Colonial flour touted as the town’s favorite, with thousands buying and returning for more. Produced by the most modern mills, the product is advertised at Corydon Elevator under the tag E Z Bake and Colonial flour.

Corydon

Arthur Brown sale to feature agricultural implements and equipment

A sale listing advertises one survey instrument, one mowing machine, one Lilly cream separator, one wheat drill, and one disc harrow. The auction is set for October 28 at Arthur Brown's sale location three miles southeast of Laconia, as shown in the display ad.

Arthur Brown Laconia

Also Mentioned on This Page

Ramsey Geneva Crayden Joe Durnil Henry Hughes Fountain Adam Geo. Adam Joe Rossbottom Clifton Gurtz Ollie Colin Adolph Colin Viola Walk This Place Ed. Walk New Salisbury B. F. Lofton H. Welker Charlie Smith Joe Burnett Raymond Rusk Herman Beal John Louden John Welker C. P. Swarens Ollie Boldt Miltown Andrew Perkins Mary Jane Bye Henry Bye Fairdale Herman Horseclaw Harve Holselaw Harry Welker Mavis and Tmona Anchorage Roy Davis Lucile George Beal Geo. Beal Jr Margaret Elizabeth Elizabeth Leffler Armstrongs School Georgia Vaughn Ray LaHue Lyle and Wayne Spencer LaHue Lillie Trobridge P. C. Hendrick Albert Crayden E. E. Crayden Charlie Calhoon W. C. Dome Corydon Junction Harley Goss Robert Toombs Here McRae New Middletown Eli Crayden John Hendricks Corydon Jct Walter Bepl New Salisbury High School Depanch George Adam Fort Wayne Barienbrock John H. Lohmeyer Ashworth Corydon Churches Church Notes M. E. Church Corydon A. B. Church OAK Grove Epworth League Community Social Clarence Gettelfinger New Amsterdam Elizabeth Fae Eeene Hemme Laconia Davee Lanesville Camere Mauckport Oakgrove Dr. Hess J. J. Bullett & Son Uisville Sean
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