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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1906
Page
4
The Corrfion Democrat outlines subscription and advertising rates with 10 cents per line for standard ads and 2 1 2 cents per line for special standing ads. Notices for church events and entertainments list a reduced rate, with a six word count per line and payment in money or stamps.
A scanned Democratic ticket lists multiple state and county offices with names and counties, but contains numerous garbled spellings and misprints. The legible items include Secretary of State James J F Cox Bartholomew County Auditor Wacoa Hailey Hendricks Treasurer Jeter Isenburger W Bush County Attorney General Wreaxser J Tots Delaware County Clerk of the Supreme and Appellate Courts Bed New Jeninus County Superintendent Prev Rovert J ley Monroe County and other court and district positions with unclear names and places.
The piece claims Fairbanks manipulated Star ownership to push political aims by launching a Fatebanks presidential loom in a questionable editorial. The reaction described calls the maneuver in bad taste, noting the Star’s ownership is public and the excess was seen as self-promotion. A Republican paper copied and endorsed the article, with Goodrich arranging broader distribution.
In this analysis of the looming 1908 race the text argues the era will be pivotal as voters demand an end to trusts and corruption. It predicts party realignment with Republicans fading and Democrats consolidating power nationwide.
Profile of Robert Judson Aley a prominent educator nominated by the Democratic party of Indiana for State Superintendent. Born May 11 136% in Warren county Indiana he taught at a local school age fourteen and advanced through district schooling his broad preparation and lifelong educational involvement cited as inspiration for students statewide
A lengthy biographical sketch outlines Professor Aley’s career from Evansville High School to Indiana University and Vincennes University. It notes his roles at Stanford and Indiana University, his PhD, numerous educational writings, and his long service in Indiana education circles.
A Milwaukee testimonial from Mrs. M. Brickner describes severe pelvic symptoms linked to catarrh and credits Peruna Drug Mfg Co with restoring health after initial doubt. The ad argues pelvic catarrh is treated like other catarrh and that Pernins relieves such cases by easing catarrh.
The piece critiques state finances under Governor Hanly and party leaders. It compares Democratic and Republican conventions, notes bond-issuing fears, and alleges Republicans sought advances from county treasurers. It alleges higher costs under current governance and discusses tax board actions and corporate assessments.
The article condemns Indiana Republicans for relying on county advances to cover state expenses, claiming the state was a million dollars in debt. It criticizes welfare and tax handling, including an anti-trust bill rejection and a controversial ditch law, noting salaries rose while revenues lagged behind.
An article extols gorillas as the strongest animal for their size and largest lungs. It cites Mrs. Ara A. Stephens of Williamsport who credits Dr. King's New Discovery with stopping a two year cough and curing suspected consumption. Trial bottle offered free.
For twelve years Republicans have controlled state business and records. Widespread mismanagement and extravagance are alleged as three officials resigned. A call for thorough overhaul by competent outsiders, replacing partisan appointees, to reveal true state affairs and bring reform.
An early 20th century ad claims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy aids nature to cure colds and prevent pneumonia. It promises cough relief and lung opening secretions, with testimonials and prices of 25 cents and 50 cents at C. R. Watson's Corner Drug Store.
An article highlights Indian names such as Muskoka Clear Sky Land Maognet¢ san Smooth Flowing Water IXawartha Bright Water and Happy Wands Toma ami Deep Water as delightful spots for summer outings along the Grand Trunk Railway system with services to Chicago Montreal and Niagara.
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