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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1901
Page
4
Corydon Democrat notes owners Ghas W Thomas and Chas B Ellis in Corydon Indiana. Advertising terms listed for subscriptions mention annual rates and advance payment expectations.
The International Salt Trust is incorporated in New Jersey with 30 million dollars capital and plans to issue 12 million in bonds as it seeks control of worldwide salt mines. The piece condemns trusts and warns of corruption amid war and crime discourse, urging stronger penalties for concealed weapon offenses.
A critic denounces claims tying ex Governor Taylor of Kentucky to Senator Goebel’s assassination. He questions judicial fairness and accuses Taylor’s era in Frankfort of arming the Capitol, imposing martial law, and sidelining civil rights. The piece challenges the defender’s credibility and cites alleged acts of bias.
The speaker accuses W. L. Taylor of fleeing Indiana to avoid Kentucky charges, claiming the U S Supreme Court would see the case as lawful, and asserts Taylor faces abundant proof of guilt while seeking pardon from a Republican President and Governor.
Charles A Bookwalter Republican narrowly won the Indianapolis mayoral race by 1685 votes over Democrat Charles Maguire. Prohibition, Social Labor and Socialist candidates reduced the majority, signaling a divided city and encouraging Democrats to stay vigilant as two years remain in the term.
A letter from C U Ginelins states he remains a standing candidate for the Democratic primaries, asserting never-ending ambition and faith in Democratic principles despite time and defeat. He pledges to attend the proper time to be nominated and elected to the office.
An advertisement for DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve promotes quick safe relief from piles without surgery, claiming lower cost and reduced danger compared to operations. The ad credits L. A. Arety & Sons as sellers.
An advertisement extols blood as the life of health and urges Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil to restore rich blood. It promises renewed vigor for man woman and child and offers a free sample from Scott & Bowne, chemists in New York.
Scott Township reports Ed Pate arranging apples for shipment ahead of a wedding meal. The community notes Cold Friday October 21 marks school start. A party at Hugh Dawson's is reported successful with local residents Joe Pate and David Curts returning or planning activities, including a towboat trip.
Rosewood reports several residents visiting or returning from Kentucky Illinois and New Albany. Families likeReader Knight McRae Wilson Lowcie Kron McKinney Moore visitations are noted. Taylor township teachers held a preliminary institute with Lonnie Cunningham as president Stella Miller secretary and J S Jones principal.
Frank A. Hess remodels his dwelling near town and presents a fine appearance. John P. Zollman bought the late Benson property. Mrs. Benson plans moving to New Albany. Miss Laura Lanciscus of Jeffersonville and Miss Gussie McElhinny of Evansville vacationed with Miss Mattie J. Horner. Harry Carico of Hymer Kansas and Dellie Allstott of Crandall area married by Rev. Father Peckskamp on Oct 10 at the bride’s mother's home. they will reside in Milltown.
A large party hosted by Ida Seibert drew many attendees at Blue River Valley. Miss Bertha Gregory visitedWyandotte grandparents, and Rev Freeland will preach at Blue River Chapel Sunday evening. O V N C member Maud Shrigley spent weekend at home. Scott township teachers plan an institute at Fox Hollow on Oct 21. Daisy Ida Dawson and Georgia McAdams visited at Daisy Dawson’s home. J W Shrigley and James Best attended the S S institute at New Bethel last Sunday. Brom Boyes.
W. T. Wesson of Gholsonville Virginia reports customers praise Your One Minute Cough Cure as a perfect remedy for coughs colds throat and lung troubles. L. A. Arety and Son with Elder S. S. Nye announce preaching at Hill Grove on Sunday October 20.
The column reports Mrs. D. Ef. Bringle returning home to New Salisbury while Grace Punk Eliza Human Tia Little and Clint Ferguson from Milltown visit relatives in Lowden. Farmers sow wheat amid wet soil and cool weather hoping to curb fly damage. Rain halted work on the Hancock to Ramsey pike and the Depuw to Lowdell road project. Local opponents threaten speeches about tax increases. the law allows bond issues up to 1 percent for 20 years.
O R Larson of Bay Villa Sundays River Cape Colony runs a general store in a valley nine miles from the nearest railway nine miles from town favored with farmers within thirty miles who have used Chamberlain's remedies. Within a mile the population is about sixty and fourteen people were cured by Chamberlain's Court Remedy in the past year. For sale at Crosier's corner drug store.
The Harrison County Indiana Board of Commissioners will let the contract for Buck Creek Ford bridge repair near Mauckport on Monday November 4 1901 Plans and specifications are on file in the Auditor's office Work must be completed by December 2 2001 Bids close at 1 PM November 4 in the Commissioners court room.
Coroner I W S Nye reports an inquest into Rezin Jamison who died September 19 1901 in Faylor township Herrison county Indiana from a bladder falling on him. Jamison aged about 82 with light complexion gray hair blue eyes and weight around 140 pounds. The body carried a pocket knife a lead pencil and 20 cents when found.
Oakwood and Louisville notes include Logan Alexander discussing looutine in Louisville and Mrs Jennie Seibert visiting her mother. Oakwood College opened under Prof Nintner. Rev J M Reising relocates to Bunbury New Albany to lead in the coming year.
Southern Railway Company outlines service connections among St. Louis Louisville and the Southwest in a brief notice describing line integration and future scheduling plans.
An advertisement claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure provides complete rest to the stomach by digesting food, enables eating without dieting, and relieves post-meal distress for renewed vitality. L. A. Riely & Son.
Rail schedule notes solid through trains between Louisville and St Louis. Through car service includes chair cars and first class coaches to Evansville and Louisville with cafe parlor cars on day runs.
A local ad outlines a complete W L Douglas men’s line and the Patapsco shoe at 1.50, claiming value equal to 1.75. Drew Selby & Co exhib its ladies lines, notes a Solid Rock ladies’ shoe sale at 1.48 and baby shoes free for births in 1901.
We carry Criterion suits and overcoats priced from 5.00 to 12.50 with fit and style equal to higher priced made to order garments. Dutchess trousers and jeans match Humboldt quality at 1.25 per pair. Corduroy pants, children’s clothing, full underwear line, and new hats and caps available.
In the cloak department a complete line of medium and three-quarter length coats for misses and children is advertised. Furs of all kinds range from 1.25 to 3.00 dollars. A new selection includes pedestrian and full length skirts.
The store lists blankets from 65c a pair, sheets and pillow cases, underwear for women and children, Topsy Hosiery, dress goods and trimmings, fascinators, and new style waist goods.
The administrator of Nancy J. Gray's estate will sell at public auction on November 5, 1901 at 2 PM in Harrison County Indiana. The property covers about 36 acres in section 36, with a 16 acre excluded portion set off to Viola Allen, and terms include one third cash and two deferred payments secured by promissory notes at six percent interest. James M. Sherrill, administrator, notes the sale and dates.
Wanted several persons of character and good reputation in each state to represent and advertise an old established wealthy business house. Salary 18 dollars weekly plus expenses. Paid in cash each Wednesday from head offices. Horse and carriage furnished when needed. References. Enclose self addressed stamped envelope. Manager 316 Caxton Building Chicago. sep25-16w
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