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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1900
Page
3
The column lists residents and visitors including Miss Yor Jacobs at home from Enora and Fred Toolle from Enora. Several trips to Indianapolis Burns City Washington Elnora and Vincennes are noted along with local business ads and upcoming school terms. Names include Hayes Co Slimp Co Danner Tolliver Cooper Kaek and Danner family among others.
The ballot lists candidates for ward trustees and city offices including OWILSON C. MYERS LOWRY COOPER SAMUEL DUNLAP ZIBA WEBSTER ANDREW M. KECK JOHN E. McNEELEY AMOS STALCUP DANIEL GANTZ A. A. LANE B. BD. SMILEY ALFRED HELM HARRISON BROWNING on the People's Ticket for various ward seats and city roles.
Principal Wu Absl leads a strong staff in Odun as the term closes, praised for hard work and lasting benefit to pupils in the Odon Schools.
Tuesday night a burglar entered Als Joseph Myers store at Epsom and carried off several articles. Wednesday morning Hildreth's dogs were brought to trail the thief. In the afternoon they followed toward Newberry but no capture or full details are known. The thief walked away with a small haul as tracks were visible across plowed ground.
W T Alexander conducted his eighth combination auction last Saturday with a large attendance. A substantial list of property was offered and bidding was spirited, resulting in a successful sale overall.
William Seneff of this place and Mrs. Nancy Steele of Elmore township were married last Sunday in a civil ceremony.
John Richardson a highly respected farmer near Farlen died at his home Wednesday morning. Burial at Scotland Thursday. The infant of Mr and Mrs Wauer Shaffer was buried Thursday at Walnut Hill cemetery. Various local ads announce drugstore supplies, home goods, and opportunities for sales and employment.
The Olon High School held its Second Annual Commencement at the M E church with eight graduates. Speeches titled Character in Fiction and The Power of Thought highlighted virtues and goals. Diplomas were awarded by County Superintendent Wallace and Reverend Mills offered benediction.
The Odun Normal will commence on May 1 led by Prof. W. M. Abel. Participants and staff prepare for a formal opening as courses begin.
The Journal is described as the best place in town for job work and nod work on quality paper.
Harry J. Crooke named Administrator of Eliza Ketchem estate in Daviess County Indiana. Court records indicate the estate is solvent. Ogdoo and Inman attorneys represent the administrator.
An advertised arnica salve claims to cure eruptions boils warts burns ulcers and rashes and to relieve pain. It is sold by a local druggist and priced at 25 cents per box with a guarantee of care.
Help needed by Americar Mfg. Co. Terre Haute Indiana. Wanted ref ference for an agent salary of 15.00 per week plus expenses. Describes a top selling agent who can manage stock and poultry raising. Send address with stamp.
Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup advertised as a universal remedy for la grippe. It promises cure in 24 hours when taken thoroughly and in time, noting a lingering cough afterwards. Sold by Gantx Bros. at 25 and 50 cents.
The Bell Company in Philadelphia offers permanent positions with starting pay of 6 dollars a week and guaranteed commission. Advertises potential earnings from 12 to 24 dollars every three weeks and invites intelligent men or women to apply by sending a self addressed lead stamp for full details.
Gare LaSripp2 in Tw. Bays Keck presents another week of genuine bargains. The listing promises each item is a real deal and urges readers not to miss reading the notes in this week's edition.
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