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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1906
Page
5
The itemization lists residents and visitors such as Miss Lorena Long in New Albany and Tilford Neely in Louisville visiting family. It notes coal storage due to wood scarcity, local business ads for cement and stock powders, and medical promotions for Kennedy’s Laxative Honey and Tar. It also mentions a road contractor receiving a crusher and a forthcoming wedding in Louisville.
An ad endorses De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve for eczema and piles, noting its pedigree and availability from druggists. A moral aside warns that the phrases “They say” fuel gossip. Local notes praise Rev Kendall’s Moberly charge and recount Bochart saloon case verdicts with attorney names.
Andrew J Thomas accused C M Brown of unlawful conduct after Brown allegedly threatened him at a north town house. An affidavit was signed and a warrant issued leading to Brown’s arrest. The case was dismissed for lack of a legal affidavit, then a new charge for carrying a concealed weapon and a peace warrant were filed.
The Southern Railway Company seeks to cancel local taxes in Harrison Circuit Court, arguing state boards listed the railroad property and double taxation would result. The county contends the ties and rails are personal property taxable by local officers, with the case awaiting next term decision. County officials pledge a stubborn defense to uphold local taxation.
A letter to Elmer Davis from Porterhouse and Cor don discusses Devoe paint versus lead-and-oil. The writer cites a Fair Haven, New York example where Charles Hallenbeck’s house painted with Devoe read-and-zine remains pristine after three years, while his father’s lead-and-oil house chalked off and needs painting. The father plans to switch to Devoe next time.
The celebrated Wilkes stallion Flectioneer will stand the fall season of 1906 at the stable of the undersigned. The fee to insure a living foal is $800. John Seitz, 631 in New Middletown, Ind.
A boy recalls misdeeds at night confessing to usury over a nickel found and used. The ad promotes Dr Rea Healing Powder and Gall Cure for injuries like barb wire cuts and pride flesh. Speaker Joseph Cannon criticizes laborers entering politics amid Republican endorsements.
An advertisement promotes Texas Wonder, claimed to cure kidney bladder and rheumatic issues. Sold by druggists or a two month mail treatment for $1 from Dr. E Hall at 2926 Olive Street St. Louis Missouri. Kentucky testimonials offered.
A rule of life urges not to hurt the mind or offend judgment in all affairs. If observed in deportment it will be a strong security to undertakings, framing wise conduct and steady decision making.
An advertisement claims Chamberlain's Salve instantly allays intense itching from eczema and tetter and has cured many severe cases. Sold by L. A. Riley and Son. oct.
Lois McRae, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Peter McRae, died aged about 21 on October 9. She leaves a large family and many friends. An active M E church member, she lived a Christian life and was buried at Rogera Camp Ground with services by Rev Geo Lamb and Rev Charles Rhoads. The family and friends extend sympathy.
Laconia locals report Grace Russell intended for last week. A boy born to Mr and Mrs Md Seddton. A boy born to Mr and Mrs Steve Steepro. Mrs Ola Byerly of Elkhart Illinois visiting here. Wm Kinzer made a quick trip to the Falls cities last Sunday. Mr and Mrs Sam Fowler of Kenary Nebraska visiting Lewis Byrum. Mrs Ed Conrad and daughter from Indianapolis have returned home. Mr and Mrs Lawrence McRae of Kansas and Mrs Earnest Guthrie McRae of Peoria Illinois attended Lois Byrum Mc Rae funeral last Thursday.
Mrs. Maud Hughes of 750 27th St Louisville Kentucky offers to buy any merchandise at regular retail price and forward it to buyers without city trips. She seeks patronage and notes her reliability. The Indiana State Board of Health condemns burning leaves in streets as causing eye and throat irritation in children and a local nuisance.
The administratrix of Craven G. Boone's estate will auction personal property on November 14 1906 at the late residence in Boone township near La Conia. Items include four horses five cattle hogs a binder mower two wagons wheat drill lumber corn and other farm implements with cash on sums five dollars and under nine month credit on larger amounts secured by promissory notes at six percent interest. Oct 12 1906 OCT HADIE L. BOONE Administratrix.
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