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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1897
Page
2
The column critiques county spending on officers supplies funded by taxpayers in Daviess County. It notes postmaster nominations at Clay City, Decoration Day timing, railroad and shop absence in Known county, and tax payment extension to May 1. It also mentions Treasury gold, Judge Gowdy in Paris, and Bryan’s Monticello bid.
The article describes President McKinley expected to ride a Kentucky thoroughbred, a bluegrass horse gifted by a Cincinnati militia. The animal is described as gentle, well bred, with a fine saddle, spotted coat, and excellent style.
A critical tirade targets a local printer who ships work abroad for profit. The speaker accuses him of being a free trader profiteer and mocks the idea of supporting local industries while outsourcing printing to foreign firms.
John R. McLean of the Cincinnati Enquirer announces his candidacy for the United States Senate challenging the current holder Benstor Hanna. The move signals a bid to change leadership and pursue party goals in the upcoming election.
A reflective item on newspaper friendships and the role of press in shaping lives. An advertisement urges ladies to visit Mrs Julia Crooke's cheap millinery on Main Street with a vast selection of hats and trimmings for all ages, promising variety and value.
Town reports several measles cases in the county, plus tax collection of $10,000 by County Treasurer Aikman last Saturday. Local movements include Chas Freeman visiting Montgomery, Miss Anna Barsh in Washington, and William M. Ross resuming control of the Bloomfield Democrat. Bert Dearmin rides a new wheel and Bert Crooke goes to Evansville for army exam. Campbell Vance and Dr J W McCord visited from Washington. Local church services were well attended last Sunday. County President is noted.
Sunday visitors from Plainville and Washington noted in brief items. Dr. Rankin’s mother’s illness attributed to Ledsine, with Mrs. Rankin in Newberry. Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy praised by a Pleasant Brook druggist. widespread usage cited. Montgomery Monitor reports Lyman Carrico’s rare bird sighting described as large, white with black-tipped wings, seven ounces, three-foot wingspan.
Rumors of a Saturday and Sunday poker game at Myers Sencs real estate office, with losses from a back room above Sty's drug store. The room was broken into on Sunday night, chips and lamp damaged, and the event left the crime scene demoralized. Suspects are unconfirmed, with local citizens citing possible revenge for a prior loss.
The slate of new Republican postmasters includes John W. Robinson in Elnora New York W Ny Hildreth in Plainville and Matt Bee Craven at Alfordsville replacing the defeated Democrats. The announcement comes as political shifts continue with many details remaining unclear from the report.
Viola Cream claims to remove pimples liver spots sunburn and tan while restoring skin to a fresh complexion. The advertisement asserts harmless, original formula benefits and urges readers to request a circular from G C Bittner Co Toledo Ohio.
In Daviess County March graduation exams produced 106 successful applicants. Miss Clarice Courtney of Odon won county first honors, with Odon and Madison township repeatedly securing top honors. The list details graduates by township with their average percentages, noting Ada Osman 82 and Clarice Courtney 96.3 among others.
An advertisement claims Dr Kilmer Swamp Root cures kidney and urinary issues. It describes urine sediment indicating kidney trouble and promises relief from back pain frequent urination and scalding. It offers sample bottle and pamphlet free and lists price and address.
Scott's Emulsion is described as a product rich in the essential nutrients needed for nourishment. The text highlights its formulation as a core health aid.
The article maps upcoming town votes as Odon shifts from village to city status. Key issues include enforcing the brick sidewalk ordinance, improving the town prison, establishing a commissioned high school, and raising the town marshal to a regular salary with full-time duties. Citizens urged to vote for reliable candidates for the good of the town.
A special meeting will be held in Odon on Wednesday afternoon April 28 to organize the Madison township Sunday Schools into an Association with Rev. A H Kelso of Washington in attendance. A good program will be offered and a representative from every school is urged to attend. Washington Advertiser. Henry L. Bynum, a Greene County gravel road contractor, did extra work valued at 5600 dollars and the Greene County commissioners refuse to pay. He has sued and the case will be tried in the May term at the Daviess Circuit Court.
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