03 Sep 1913
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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1913
Page
1
A meteor is reported to have fallen into a river following a loud crash heard miles away. The event prompted scattered eyewitness accounts and prompted officials to inspect the river area for debris and potential damage.
Sate of Household Goods announces a public auction at the seller's residence near the White Mill Corydon next Saturday afternoon starting at 1:30 PM. A large assortment of good household goods will be sold. Harriet Borden R F Davis Auctioneer conducted the sale.
Mrs. Sarah A. Taylor mother of Rev. J. T. Taylor died at her home in Booneville last Wednesday at age 82. Rev. Taylor attended the funeral at Melvin Warrick County on Sunday. his father died fourteen years ago. Also: For sale a ten year old mare War Maid wood driver suitable for work anywhere Gus Sieg Depauw Ind Aug 13 Jew.
A letter from A. E. Day of Kansas City asks if Corydon Indiana had a newspaper in 1527 and seeks obituaries for James Mitchell who died in Corydon on June 1 1927 and Dr David G Mitchell who died February 9 1855. He requests copies or notices.
Governor Haisten signals collaboration with the state dire marshal to focus Indiana on fire prevention. A proclamation urges vigilance and citizen involvement while the fire marshal’s office coordinates plans for the observance with marshals, assistants, and volunteers.
In the vicinity health is good and a recent rain blessed the area. Visits span Louisville to New Albany with relatives in Louisville and Maine. Reports from John Caring and Joe Snide note plans to move to a farm while crops prosper in Pocahontas Iowa and Lisbon North Dakota.
Harvey J. Albin, formerly of Harrison County, was killed in Louisville on August 20 after a horse-drawn vehicle trampled him. He died at the city hospital about an hour later. Albin left a wife and three daughters and was buried Friday at the Hoplabo church cemetery. An inquest was planned, with funeral services led by local ministers.
Witnesses report Achin was struck by a carriage wheel as he fell, hitting his head on a curb stone and crushing his skull. The incident suggests his hearing may have been dulled, possibly preventing him from hearing the approaching vehicle.
The United Brethren Conference at Odon returned Rev. L T Taylor to Corydon for another year with Shiloh and Bethany added to the New Middletown circuit. He will preach at Corydon every Sunday morning and evening and seven members joined the church last Sunday. Also notes on John H Heth and Misses Barbara and Bettie Cook returning from Europe and sharing experiences at Corydon.
Mrs Florence Adams Bigrenee died Saturday at her parents home in Jeffersonville at age twenty nine after liver trouble. She is survived by her husband, a two year old daughter, and her parents and siblings. The funeral was held yesterday and she was known in Corydon Junction and Corydon where she visited before marriage six years ago. The article notes upcoming sermons by Rev C K Dillman across multiple local locations.
The former bakery and confectionery property now occupied by Oscar Shuck will be available for rent soon after his removal to the room east of the public square, once occupied by Ward's grocery. Interested parties should contact Ed di Keller in Augustow.
Dr. J. A. Melkamy, pastor of Corydon Presbyterian Church for two years, preached his final sermon to a large, cross-denominational gathering. He announced a move to Lebanon Ohio to begin a new pastorate this week, praising Corydon’s fraternal spirit and thanking the community for its kindness.
Mrs Christena Beal died at her daughter Mrs George Deutsch home in New Albany Wednesday evening at age 81. The body was taken to the county for burial with funeral services held at New Salisbury Reformed church conducted by a pastor from New Albany. Burial followed in the church cemetery. She lived many years in Jackson township and recently moved to New Albany. Surviving are sons and daughters. A member of the New Salisbury German Reformed Church she was a devoted Christian woman.
Local ad promotes Paniel Daniel a renowned ventriloquist and magician in a West stage tour with new tricks and wholesome comedy. Also notes Corydon schools add Miss Lelia Rahm for art roosie instruction and roosie art. Corydon edges Depauw in ten innings as Crutcher and Moonie lead the attack. Stop at Martin Hotel in court on Sept 5.
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