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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1901
Page
4
Corydon Democrat lists editors S W Thomas and Chas B Ellis as publishers. Postal information shows Corydon, Indiana, office in Democrat Building. Subscription rates include one year in advance and out of county pricing details with amounts 22. 4.25 and $1.15.
Column traces tariff and free trade debate with references to Senator Washburn and Congressman Babcock, notes potato prices and crop reports, mentions state elections on November 5 across multiple states, and critiques Republican pro business policies and trusts amid a Morgan Transportation Company backdrop.
A local editor denounces Grannies misquotation about free trade and the phrase Absolute free trade under the flag. The piece argues that true free trade means tariff free movement across territories from Porto Rico to the United States, and condemns misquoting while predicting a nation wide push. The author asserts support for absolute free trade under the flag and warns of sweeping political impact.
The text contrasts reactions to assassinations of Mr. McKinley and Governor Goebel. It notes Democrats denouncing the crime and showing sympathy for the victim, while Republicans reportedly rejoiced at Goebel’s murder and yet accuse Democrats of archism to pose as law and order champions.
Judge Bes Kirk of the Washington circuit court ruled an 1901 act governing town officers unconstitutional when it tried to confer judicial powers on town clerks. The Fredericksburg case Wilcoxen v. Deweese involved a conviction for leaving horses unhitched. the dismissal followed, citing the act’s invalid delegation.
The Marengo Observer reports Senators Hanna and Frye plan to bring up the Ship Subsidy bill citing President McKinley and Roosevelt in support. Critics, led by Weathers, warn the plan would tax residents of Crawford County to fund a $9,000,000 annual subsidy benefiting what they call the Hanna Morgan Transportation Syndicate.
The article notes a nationwide banking boom following the Milwaukee annual meeting. It suggests banks will remain prosperous, joking that Secretary Gage could mobilize idle surplus to boost activity, blurring lines between Wall Street and the Treasury.
A committee of bankers asked Secretary Gage for a few millions from the national surplus. They are praised as patriots by the administration. The writer contrasts this with a hypothetical drought farmers’ plea, suggesting the secretary would dismiss them as cranks and demand wealth production instead.
Utica township farmers in Atk county tear down stone fences and stove beds, placing materials on pads for improvement and installing wire fences to replace the torn fences. Fears of uncertain outcomes accompany the changes.
A cluster of Democratic papers in Indiana’s Third District express strong support for Congressman Zenor. Reports note Zenor’s veteran allyship, district-wide popularity, and relentless outreach including pension efforts and constituent contact. The race for renomination is framed as a contest mainly between Zenor and Cox with Zenor favored.
The Commoner reports rapid circ via six months reaching 100000 copies and promotes a joint offer with The Democrat for one year at 1.75, priced separately at 2.00. It notes Bryan’s political reviews and calls for readers of political economic and social issues. Also advertises Kodol Dyspepsia Cure from L. A. Rely & Son promising digestive relief and rest.
The undersigned announce readiness to furnish all kinds of building lumber on short notice. They cut barn or house patterns to order and invite orders left at their mill in Heth Township or with Warson & Thomas.
By virtue of a decree and order of sale in my hands the Clerk of the Harrison Circuit Court issued the judgment in which James L Morris is plaintiff and Sarah Conrad George W Conrad Edmond Lahue Clara Lahue and others are defendants I have levied upon and will on
Court sale to of f er real estate belonging to defendants in Harrison county Indiana at 10 a m to 2 p m at the courthouse door Corydon. Property includes part of southeast quarter section six township three south range four east with detailed metes and bounds and totaling about 24 acres plus a 25 acre tract described as Lot No 1 on the report of Benj Hurst administrator.
The notice indicates an auction of rents and profits of specified real estate for up to seven years. If the sale does not raise enough to satisfy the writ, the fee simple or full interests of the defendants in the property will be offered for sale at the same location. The notice is signed by Philip E. Lotich.
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