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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1903
Page
1
Demand for topcoats is strong as manufacturers scramble to keep supply. We secured ample stock to meet unusual demand with coats ranging from 8.50 to 18.50 in varied weaves and patterns. Suits from 7.50 to 18.50 include dark plaids, brown thibets, and tailor made style at ready-made prices.
A brief catalog note describes dark grays and blacks with blues in smooth cassimere fabrics suitable for formal wear. The item emphasizes refined textures and classic tailoring in a period-appropriate tone.
Miss Lida Marshall and Frank Hill Self were married at the Marshall home on South Market Street by Rev. H. J. Black. About two hundred relatives attended as Cad Shuck played the wedding march. The couple plans a home at Mrs. Mary Wolfe's with reception to friends.
After a brief illness of typhoid fever Maeie Lone widow of Jeremiah Lone died at her home three miles east of this place aged sixty eight years. She was a daughter of Joshua Windell and leaves six children five sons and one daughter. She was mother to Thomas and J A Lane of this area. Funeral occurred at Gas Grove on Saturday with large attendance and burial at Gas Grove cemetery.
On Friday night October 9 a group of Elizabeth youths held a surprise social for Misses Nina and Ilorence Cooper. The gathering featured games music and a pleasant social hour with attendees including Minnie Stallings Ila Stallings Alberta Grass Ella Grass Altha Funk Ida Funk Maggie Cooper Zettie Cooper Elvira McRae Alva Grass Frank Peters Oscar Kirkham Oza Kirkham Norman Cooper James Stallings.
The annual Citizens Lecture Course features five premier performances. Ex Gov Bob Taylor headlines with The Fiddle and the Bow, unrivaled in Corydon. John Temple Graves and Monteville Flower are among the other noted acts. A season ticket costs 1.25.
The Jackson township 5S Sunday School Institute will meet at Hursttown U B Church next Sunday afternoon at 2 o clock. County representatives Professor Hallett and Mr Harry Nepner will attend. Mrs Brewster Corydon to synopsize lessons for intermediate and adult pages. Mrs Randy Davis on primary teaching. A J Davis to speak on Early Training. S Miller on keeping a S B Record. Institute music by Davis and Mrs Frederick. All S B workers and public invited.
A brief promotional notice urges readers to open an account with First National Bank. It highlights quick service and accessible branches as the bank markets its new customer offers.
On January 11 1860 Henry Dannenfelser opened a Corydon barber shop on the current site. After forty four years of labor he closed the shop renting the room to The W H Keller Co for a grocery room. Health of his two sons Jed and John forced the move. Jed went to New Mexico and John joined Keller. Uncle Henry and his shop were well known. Dannenfelser plans to spend winter in Cleveland with relatives.
Regular church activities continue as Rev Fulgham preaches an engaging sermon. Families including Mathes, Conrad, and Brengman host guests through Sunday and Monday. A League organization is planned for tonight. Local ads announce a 50c value shirt sale at The Hub Co. P Trott er & Co.
The letter outlines extensive protections at Tak First National Bank including bonds for officers, burglary insurance, all loans payable to the bank for depositor benefit, sworn financial statements every sixty days, and inspections by the National Bank Examiner under federal supervision.
New Middletown residents BAER Fred Rupp and Chas Gutkese visited Louisville last week. Levi Hauswald and Alva Snyder were at West Point. Mrs. Lena Mesch and her son Will are visiting relatives at Miwood, Indiana. Jacob and John Bauer left Monday for Gotham, NL to husk corn this coming season.
The Corydon Cannery will stop canning tomatoes today and will not receive further loads from this date. Mrs. Sam Vogt is reported to be quite ill.
The Hub invites every man woman and child in Harrison county to visit their store this Fall and inspect stock of dry goods. They offer cash sales at one price to all and promise equal treatment for all customers. The firm cites eight years of straight honest business and urges readers to visit to verify their claims. C. P. Trotter & Co.
The report notes Arthur Evans's recovery and Hortense Hurst's typhoid illness. Lorenzo Ferree shows improvement from typhoid while Mayme Boone and Katie May were moved to the Insane Asylum. John Hornickle died from typhoid fever and was buried after services. Mrs. T. S. Elbert and G. W. Boone families are mentioned, with locals attending West Point and Howard maneuvers.
The First National Bank expands its daily notices by listing the county's most influential citizens, highlighting prominent locals in its patron roster.
Pastor Philip O. Pulgham of Cedar Wood Congregational Church warns Harrison County readers that a quilt auction at Riely’s Drug Store and claimed proceeds for Heidelberg church are unauthorized. The church disavows any connection to the scheme and denies endorsement of lotteries for church funds.
Local notes record A Fiseur Sr and others visiting relatives in New Albany. Deutsch of Franklin township sells personal property and plans to move. A jonoeis descendant dies and service days noted. Rev Father A Peekskamp attends Indianapolis retreat. John Zares & Sons sell Burke farm to Joseph Berg for 1500 and nearby land transfers occur. Families host visitors from Pana Florida and relatives gather. Schellenberger moves into uncle’s property. Himmelheber buys land and two lots from Elizabeth Meyer heirs.
Up-to-date livestock and general auctioneer services offered by W A Russell of Laconia Indiana. Satisfaction guarantees and contact address provided for prospective customers.
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