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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1899
Page
1
Our aim is to make ready to wear garments stand out in relief from ordinary clothing. The careful selection of excellent fabrics and thorough tailoring reflect in every detail, making these garments pre eminent in wear and value.
John J Morgan of 218 Pearhst New Albany appears in a local listing with contact details and address information. The entry notes the individual under a personal or business context in the community records.
Walter Venner son of Daniel Venner and Miss Flora Pfrimmer daughter of Major Fo. Trianon surprised friends with a spontaneous marriage at the MoE parsonage in Corydon officiated by Rev. Clinton. They left for New Orleans and southern points then plan to return to Kentucky. Lost purse found near John Ehalt's and Keller's in Corydon containing about 60 dollars.
The Harrison County Holiness League and Prayer Union held its first meeting in New Middletown August 26 27 with Dr Deshler of New Albany preaching the opening service August 25 The association aims to promote scriptural holiness among Protestant churches in the county Alva J Welker was elected treasurer and A J Davis of Ramsey named permanent chairman Numerous vice presidents were elected from local churches and leaders from Louisville joined the convention for added interest. Low. Davis Secretary.
John Sieg of Coryden handed £1.50 to a youth for a bald eagle after a miraculous capture tale. The next day the boy brought two more buzzards, but a drummer friend vanished. Rush Thornbury had allegedly stolen Sieg’s bird at a junction, nearly sparking a duel with the conductor.
Mothers of children with croup or severe cold need not hesitate to use Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It contains no opiate or narcotic and may be given to babes as to adults. Its success in treating colds and croup has earned wide approval in the United States and abroad. For sale by E. S. Crosier, Druggist.
Dr T G Van Hook dentist announces new practice location one door north of the Democrat office, inviting patients to schedule cleanings checkups and dental care in the neighborhood.
The Fortieth Harrison County Agricultural Society fair is recalled as a lasting success after a rainout in 1875. Capt. Henry Jordan drafted the first rules forty years ago and his brother David Jordan survives among the original officers. The motto Out of debt and keep that way aided the fair, whose premium list appears elsewhere.
A reader mix of critiques on the annual fair including ticket costs for entry, unoccupied chicken coops, and calls for better track safety. Complaints cover delayed races, missing score cards, and demands to display premium winners. The letter warns of potential lawsuits and questions the fair’s organization and incentives.
Miss Minnie Sinter daughter of Jasper Sinter of Franklin township was adjudged insane yesterday by a commission consisting of Drs L J D Levi and Frank Welle and Justices Vogt and Johnson.
Sam Jones speaks at 1030 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Admission 19 cents for all over ten. No charge for wagons or teams, road music. Bring dinner and stay all day. Afternoon topic: The World as It Is and the World as It Ought to Be.
Mrs wife and children of Gus A Marsh found him dead at home after returning from the fair. Coroner Wright ruled heart failure as the cause, noting a long breast pain and a recent predeath nap. Marsh was 63, a longtime cripple using a crutch. Funeral held at Mt Zion with Rev Frost.
Mrs Lucy Cunningham died at her Washington township home after a long cancer illness aged about 56. Widow of John Cunningham she left eight children. Four of her children are ill with typhoid fever. Funeral was held at the New Amsterdam U B church and burial followed. Community sympathy runs strong as the family copes with loss and illness. If life insurance is desired consider Geo Gwartney with Mutual Life of New York.
Results from Harrison County fair events posted daily highlights. Winners include Premims winners Hap Weller Sunes Crostae and A Milley with names like Daisy and Little Wonder noted. Track records set by Alice Greenlander and other horses. notable people and local business ads feature, with updates on events and schedules.
The County Board of Education met to discuss township business and set the school start date for Monday October 2. Mr Weaver spoke on teacher attendance at county and township institutes and it was proposed that teachers pay trustees a $1 fee for the county institute. Preliminary institute time and place were fixed for township meetings.
Lafayette Funk of Washington township dies after a two week typhoid illness. He suffered a severe hemorrhage shortly before death and was buried at Pitman burying ground near Wolfe's schoolhouse. He had just graduated from district schools this spring.
Board of Commissioners met in regular session with all members present. The main agenda covered liquor licenses and road business. The petition of Abraham Watson et al was dismissed. The board is now approving claims and auditing the accounts of the Auditor and Treasurer.
Residents may write the Prosecuting Attorney with a list of witnesses who know of the violation. All crimes reported to the Prosecutor are confidential. Sign your name to the letter. Claries L. FLESHMAN, Prosecuting Attorney.
Five dollar reward offered for the return of a diamond stud with a screw set lost in a dressing room at W. H. Keller and Co. store. Return to W. H. Keller for the reward.
In Franklin near the Tint and surrounding township the house of Mr. Het Vort woke to dawn music last Sabbath when six Louisville musicians provided a fine serenade. Many friends gathered for a day of enjoyment with attendees including Robert S. Mattingly and numerous Roeberts, Wesson, Wilkeson, Knoblock, Kern, Bickel families, and others.
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