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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1909
Page
2
The passage cites social contrasts and anecdotes from New Jersey and beyond. It mentions a Buffalo girl marrying a county jail prisoner, a wedding in New Jersey, cows and milk, and reactions to Hetty Green and Carnegie. The tone blends irony about wealth, punishment, and reform with contemporary views on marriage and propriety.
Disconnected snippets report microbes in air and food, scientist consent issues, Castro denying certain accusations, a man in Venezuela avoiding investigation, a New York woman firing at her coach, and a domestic worm turning under pressure.
A historical note indicates that the qualifications and responsibilities of chauffeurs were specifically fixed by Jaw. The text emphasizes official standards and expected conduct for chauffeurs as part of regulatory reforms.
The report notes lower coal mining and burial figures last year while a milder season eased hardship for the poor, despite continued overall hardship.
A quirky note suggests a pair of London suifratettes aim to reach Parliament via postal submission. The remark hints at reconsidering parcels post as a route for political entry.
A cited plan proposes crossing the Atlantic in a shortened time frame by 1981, noting 18 years elapsed to break a transatlantic record and framing the next crossing as a rapid mathematical projection.
A Harrisburg, Pa., doctor extracted the vermiform appendix from a girl seeking treatment for a sore throat. The incident underscores how force of habit can cause serious medical mistakes.
The crown prince decides he cannot travel unseen as rumors spread that an American reporter may uncover his presence. He appears wary of exposure and intruding attention.
A powerful tornado rips through Arkansas underscoring the onset of spring storms and the limits of science against natural disasters. Officials report damage in affected counties and urge residents to seek shelter during severe weather alerts.
The text proposes learning to negotiate broader rivers and smaller lakes before attempting advanced aerial fixes. It suggests humans first master navigation of closer water bodies before tackling larger ocean challenges.
An unusual coinage fareback from weather experts appears as a peculiarly crafted term in political debate. A congress member hints that someone is becoming disagreeable by using this newly coined word during a televised exchange.
The torpedo-boat destroyer Whipple traveled the distance between San Francisco and San Pedro in 17 hours. No casualties among sea serpents observed or reported in those waters.
A brief, satirical notice notes Alfred Austin composing five stanzas praising Anglo American unity. It suggests the United States may align with England if Austin is restrained from further rhyming, poking lightly at the poet’s verse.
A Kentucky court rules checks given to settle poker debts are binding, rejecting repudiation of settlements. The piece notes Kentucky would prefer to treat the blue chip as legal tender for five dollars, resisting broader changes to the game's status.
A Pittsburg group plans a nation scope league to attack graft in cities. Backing by local millionaires is undecided, but insiders expect the reform efforts to be lively and entertaining even if the time-honored institution remains.
A report by U S Consul Joseph G Stephens at Plymouth describes a British process that disinfects and seals eggs with paraffin wax to preserve six month old eggs as if freshly laid. The claim notes many consumers will still prefer truly fresh eggs.
A Red Bank New Jersey man is driving a sleigh built in 1808. The item is presented as a companion to the celebrated one-hoss shay popularized by Oliver Wendell Holmes.
The report claims German fears that the United States seeks Liberia are unfounded. It states the U S would not take any African territory as a gift and suggests the report may help locate those who wish to seize the colonized republic.
Henry E. Ager, once a Princeton legislator, acquitted on forgery charges, now indicted on embezzlement and conspiracy to defraud insurers. Alleged offenses include 20 000 bushels wheat at Evansville Melrose Milling and 10 000 bushels at Princeton Elevator, plus $513 and $2 600 to $5 000 insurance schemes. Also accused of deceiving Mrs Ager who believed him dead for 28 months.
Connersville Justice of the Peace Preston Cates, in office 16 years, is indicted for malfeasance alleging he altered records to show an acquittal in a wife desertion case and accepted costs after changing verdict forms. The grand jury accuses spite work as the motive.
Governor Marshall announces trustees appointed to state soldiers home Laf ay ette and Indiana Boys' School. Clarcus N Collett Logansport Republican and John W Rinear Liberty Center Democrat join the Soldiers Home board succeeding Eli Ritter and serving beside themselves. Joseph B Homan Danville Republican named to the Boys' School board replacing W Van Arsdale.
Logansport authorities search for Arthur L. Borer a wealthy harness manufacturer of Chicago who reportedly rose early Thursday dressed and disappeared into the Wabash river prompting a city wide investigation by the police force.
The two embezzlement cases against Frank M. Malone, cashier of Malone & Son's bank in Cayuga, failed and were dismissed after a receivership, ending the sensational proceedings.
The program for the state meeting of the Ben Hur fraternal congress sets the Huntington convention for May 5 and 6 with several hundred members expected to attend the order.
The jury returned a guilty verdict on the arson charge against Mrs. Hinkle. It is understood a motion for a new trial will be made at once.
Gov. Marshall appoints C. C. Watson of Greencastle to the state tax board succeeding Parks Martin. Martin had served eight years. Watson is a former congressman. Sam B. Dill resigns as Harris-Grand theater manager to join Gentry shows as auditor. Gus Carlson of Miller station, 26, is killed by a train in Chesterton. State mail clerks meeting planned in Kokomo for May 31. Sunny Side coal mine disaster toll rises to six. John Petit dies. others expected to recover. Kokomo Equal Suffrage and Literary club votos down a plea to ban wine at the White House. Rear Admiral James H. Dayton awards a $10,000 home contract in South Bend.
Former Governor J Frank Manly C V Adams and Judge Samuel R Artman will join Charles F Holler of South Bend as co counsel in the Barnes Hodges versus Rhoades case testing whether a state legislature may authorize county officials to grant licenses for retail sale of intoxicating liquors for beverage purposes.
Mid dle Street Methodist Church seeks final sermon by Rev. H. C. Smith during the conference year. The quarantine halting schools and churches south of the Wabash River is partially lifted allowing morning services while barring children from attendance.
The Indianapolis Boys club received a silk flag from the Caroline Scott Harrison chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. About 200 eager youths attended the presentation and the event took place in the club rooms on South Meridian street with Gov. Marshall as the honored guest.
Frank L. Siemon of 825 Grove Avenue attacked William Cook who slept on a lounge during a visit, after citing resentment over treatment by Cook. Siemon was arrested following the assault in Indianapolis.
Baltimore & Ohio Southwestern station at North Vernon burned with about 5000 dollars in losses. Fire origin unknown but baggage room suspected. Western Union telegraphic office in the depot was badly damaged and considered part of the blaze.
The Sanborn will trial before Judge Harry B. Tuthill opened amid bitter contest in Laporte County. The estate is valued at 75008 dollars with the major portion left to churches and charitable institutions.
Police arrested William Dant proprietor and eight gamblers after a whisky sale raid at the Empire hotel. Police Captain Kruse followed gambling noises to a room where chips rattled and liquor was allegedly sold.
A large buzz saw broke from its bearings and struck Herbert H. Holmes fatally injuring him and severing John Banks arm. The machinery cut Holmes nose and pierced his collar bone as the event occurred testified by local reports.
Fort Wayne Typographical Union No. 78 gathered in Harmony hall for a major meeting. W. T. B. Prescott, former International union president, delivered an address to members apprentices and employers.
Fort Wayne police kept a close watch and found not a single saloon open among 240 city taverns. The quiet Sunday marks a change from years past when openings occurred.
Terre Haute Miss Annie Mondy 65 dies an hour after being struck by a streetcar and thrown fifteen feet, suffering internal injuries. Shelbyville memorial day moved to May 29 by Dumont Post G A R. Greek suspects in assault case held on five hundred dollar bond. A divorcees request for separation discussed in court. Sanford Senior deemed of unsound mind after head injury. Richmond Bishop Joseph Francis visits St Pauls Episcopal and confirms class. Indianapolis Former Vice President Fairbanks and family depart for Pasadena for several months. Frankfort William R Moore renowned central Indiana lawyer dies after long illness.
The article explains common causes of peeling and cracking paint including damp surfaces excessive turpentine or drier and mainly adulterated white lead. It advertises a Houseowner Painting Outfit No 49 offering a painting guide and testing instrument from National Lead Company to verify purity and quality of white lead under the Dutch Boy Painter trademark.
A new boarder laments losing two buttons from his vest as the landlady, famed for her watchful gaze, directs him to the dining room, declaring economy in the parlor scene from Youth's Companion.
The Georgians of Augusta chuckle over a tale about Mr Taft visiting a Georgia planter. The planter’s cook Martha, an elderly woman, did not recognize the portly guest and offered a plain response saying he looked ordinary and likely regular to his meals.
A Swede among western miners is praised for always striking pay dirt. When asked for his secret Ole answers he only knows he keeps on digging. The Milwaukee Free Press notes the tale as a motto of persistent effort.
An eyewitness recounts a bizarre incident in which a beggar with an I Am Deaf and Dumb placard caused a passerby to suddenly claim the man could speak. The man mocked theology and told the observer to mind their own business, then spoke in strong language.
A Sunday morning crowd on the quay in Newcastle heard a speaker declare he had never been bribed. A passerby urged him not to lose heart, implying better luck may come.
A sister replaces a morning coffee with Postum, without telling the recipient, leading to improved strength, color, and eye clarity. The letter claims ten days of Postum rebuilding what coffee destroyed and encourages readers to try it and read The Road to Wellville for proof of its merits.
A religious reflection on Acts 12 1 11 recounts Herod's arrest of Peter during the Passover feast in Jerusalem. An angel frees Peter after a midnight dreamlike deliverance, the gates open, and the guards sleep, while the church prays ceaselessly for his release.
Mrs O Toole recalls a birthday celebration turned chaotic when Casey brought two bottles of rare liquor and a night of fighting ensued. Casey battered his wife and mother in law, received a punch, the skillet swung, and the police diverted him to the station. The judge sentenced him to ten days.
Frank P. Lewis of Peoria purchased what is described as the biggest lot of fancy grade tobacco held by any U S factory. The 24 carload selection, sourced from a premiere crop, will sustain Lewis' Single Binder Cigars for over two years and commanded an extra price.
Two prominent Washington society women visited a friend but found the door unanswered. After repeated ringing a new cook opened and, when informed of the purpose, exclaimed that she had been baking bread, adding a rude retort as the exchange unfolded.
Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson on aspirations as a source of lasting joy and spiritual richness, comparing them to a perpetual income of pleasurable activity and a solid, unexhaustible fortune.
A character questions a man’s fitness as a detective while remarking that his habit of wearing a slouch hat and a white neck tie seems natural to him. The exchange hints at personal style signaling investigative aptitude.
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