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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1913
Page
4
Jarry Endicott, noted for his speed car work, plans to test an engine ahead of a May 30 race at Indianapolis. He previously relieved his brother in the five hundred mile race, earning fifth place honors.
Gil Anderson will pilot car No. 1 in the third annual five hundred mile International Sweepstakes Race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 30. The Norwegian-born driver, brought to America as a boy, has raced since 1909 and earned major honors in many events.
Several families visit relatives and attend church events as Rev. Coppage shifts preaching time. Local residents, including Mr and Mrs Asberry Williams and Chas Plummer, drive to Plainville for a weekend visit. A peddler notes spring in the area, and a musical gathering features community performers at a Friday event.
Charles W. Sedwick, a prominent Indianapolis businessman and racing enthusiast, to serve as rector of the third annual 100 mile International Sweepstakes at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 30. He toured Europe last autumn to attract foreign manufacturers to the event and will oversee preparations while balancing business duties.
Theodore E. Myers, auditor of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, handles finances and guest comfort for the 500 mile race. He ensures seating distribution and entertainment for visitors, with about 80,000 attendance last year, earning a reputation as a trusted corPoration employee and key figure behind the event.
Farlen Trola Pownell of Bunkum and Wilson Keck with son Alf of Odon traveled through here Sunday. Various locals including families of Litherland, Stewart, Pointexter, Cox, Clark, Ritter, and Norvis visited relatives or hosted guests from Bellview, Epsom, Fairview, and Plainville during the weekend.
Lena Bolding of Baile spent last week with her sister Mrs Jennie Arney. James Mallette Podhe Beer Elijah Staniford and wife of Plainville were guests of John Barleyood family Sunday. Joseph Brock and son Roy visited Riley Chambers Ethel Hackler of Epsom during the early part of last week.
A dealer invites buyers to choose the best milk separator and promises to compare De Laval against any competitor. Keck & Caughey stock many De Laval units and offer home demonstrations or delivery.
Limited stock of white oak fence posts available at 10 cents each through April 15. After that date prices rise to 12 1/2 cents. Ww R. Naariamar.
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