17 Apr 1914
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1914
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes hint at a county ticket led by publican candidates aiming for election gains. Names and details are unreadable, but the item indicates a local political contest with campaign activity.
An elderly veteran described as a semi war era figure dies after long illness. The notice names family members including two daughters and several siblings, lists associations with veteran organizations, and notes funeral services to be held. Burial details follow with location references and a trail of related names.
The Democratic judicial convention at Loogootee nominated W. P. Denniston for prosecuting attorney after a single ballot. Walter Dauner of this city is praised by supporters who regret he did not win. In Daviess County, the vote split with each candidate receiving 44 votes. The Republican township convention at Ryce's hall named their local ticket with K. D. McCarter for Trustee and Chas Freed for Assessor along with a slate for advisory and other offices.
Elmore township Republicans held their convention last Saturday and selected a ticket including Trustee Clifford Farris Assessor James Carrens Advisory Board William Mi Moore Samuel Hastings and J F Pershing Road Supervisors. District 1 Charlie Watson District 2 Dave Andis Jostee of Peave Harry Teauehtin Constable James Poal
The Western Mo fos cass ladies hosted their husbands at teacher Mrs FA Lester’s home Friday evening. The program featured songs such as Showers of Blessing, Scripture reading, an address, and solos. An orchestra performed twice, with duets and quartets, followed by readings and a social hour with refreshments.
In a local party report, 11 Bugard Progressives back a unified ticket under Unbergges leading to a slate preference. The text suggests organizational momentum and a bloc supporting shared aims for upcoming ballots.
A dog shown signs of poisoning on Main Street Tuesday causing public alarm. Witnesses report the animal foaming and acting distressed as it progressed toward death before recovering, with local watchdogs noting similar illnesses in dogs over recent months.
Opal, daughter of Mary Lane formerly of the city, was bitten by a dog days ago and the digg was later examined in Indianapolis. Negri bodies were found, the child received Pasteur treatment, and the animal was killed.
Mrs Fiossi Winkelpleck an assistant carrier at the First National Bank, who went to Indianapolis last week, underwent goitre surgery at Methodist Hospital last Friday. She tolerated the operation well and is improving rapidly, though she will be in hospital for several days before leaving.
CE Pershing filed a bankruptcy petition in the district court. A meeting of creditors is set for April 22 at 10 30 p m at the office of Padgett and Burress in Washington to hear arrangements for disposition and proofs of claims.
John Shaffer, one of the township’s oldest residents, turned 92 on Wednesday. His son Frid, with whom he resides, hosted a dinner for the occasion. Attendees included children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and Rev. F. A. Lester and wife. An enjoyable day was reported. Mrs. D S. Bair and Mrs. W. R. Neckemer with granddaughter Martha Ward visited Jas Burress family in Raglesville Sunday.
Rev G F Culmer, one of the community’s oldest citizens, writes a birthday poem for his 89th birthday on May 22. The verse reflects a shepherding image of protection, faith, and gratitude, praising God and comfort amid life’s journeys and death’s shadow.
The Daviess county Sunday school convention will be held at the Methodist church on 41 north Friday. Delegates from the city are expected to attend with an active program including reports from schools committee elections offerings and talks on curriculum and teaching methods. A trade note mentions Pershing and Buzan. Pershing remains at the old stretch on Main street.
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