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Odon Journal

Location

Odon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1916

Page

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Mrs Jos Norman Dies After Short Illness

Mrs. Hattie Norman of Keene Ohio widow of Joseph Norman died Monday morning after childbirth complications. Born April 19 187? she was 41 at death and had joined the Methodist church young. Survived by husband three sons Procter Tilbert and Lowry her parents four brothers four sisters and many friends locally and in Ohio. Funeral services were conducted from her father’s residence with burial in the cemetery.

Hattie Norman Joseph Norman Keene Ohio Hattie Cooper Porman Lowry Cooper Qute Methodist Church Marricage Joseph Norton Procter Tilbert Lowry Mwother Merman Keene, Ohio Thee Xormianh Liudie W.clu Gil Wester- Cay Iornie

Letter of appreciation from Marguerite Clark to Star Theater manager

The note dated New York April 22, 1916 expresses gratitude to Mr. Sotts for admiration of Marguerite Clark’s screen work. She says she has little time for letters, hopes her films please audiences, and sends best wishes to friends in Odon.

Ily Deer Sotts Odon Marguerite Clark

Helm boy breaks arm in wheelbarrow mishap

Lee Helm, son of Mr and Mrs Isom Helm, broke his arm Tuesday while playing on a wheelbarrow with friends. Dr Dk Molle treated the injury and he is expected to recover without complications.

Lee Isom Helm Dk Molle

Commencement Exercises at Odon High School Class of 1916

The Odon High School class of 1916 held commencement at the Methodist church with a full audience. Rev C H Buchanan offered the invocation and Dr C T Culp of Cleveland delivered the address Things Worth While after the orchestra, soloists, and the U B Male Quartette performances. Superintendent Gillaspie presented diplomas as the program concluded.

Odon High School Methodist Church Methodist Church Orchestra Gorda Collins C. H. Buchanan Edith Lane C. T. Culp Cleveland Obie Wassorey Pagsticd Weis Alita France Arford U. B Gillaspie Revo G. PL. Crawford Ric Bury

Marriage of Miss Elizabeth Han Tuan and Groom at PCDY

Miss Elizabeth Han Tuan wed in a Daarraske ceremony at the parsonage with Rev. Ernest Roberts officiating. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Warman, is active in church and society. The groom works at an Akron auto plant. they will reside there.

Avila Elizabeth Han Tuan PCDY Daarraske ULB Ernest Roberts U. B. Church Deushter Frank Warman Este Vo Akron Ohio Simpson

Popular Kempton High Principal John Howerton Marries

It became generally known at Kempton that John Howerton, popular principal of the high school, married February 26 in Kankakee Illinois. The wedding has sparked considerable fun from students. Mrs Howerton was formerly Miss Hildred Pershing of Lafayette Frankfort Times.

Kempton John Howerton Kankakee Illinois Howerton Hildred Pershing Lafayette Frankfort

Free Can of Dutch Cleanser with Peerless Toilet Soap Offer

Pure Food Grocery advertises a promotion offering a free small can of Dutch Cleanser with every purchase of Peerless Toilet Soap priced at 5 cents.

Pure Food Grocery Pure Food

Steele Township Farmer Paul Golliher Dies at 71

Paul Golliher, a prominent Steele Township farmer near Plainville, died at his home after a period of illness at age 71. Born March 22, 1845 in Cook County Tennessee, he served in the Civil War before settling in Daviess County in 1879 and building a substantial, self made wealth. He married twice, leaving seven children, and was active in the Christian Church and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Funeral services were held at the Christian church in Plainville with burial in the Plainville Cemetery.

Paul Golliher Steele Township Plainville Cook County Tennessee 25Th 137Th Indiana Daviess County Goiliner Ann Spears Orange County Alicin Ipfaney Sarah C.staniford Orange County Anosne Nora Trosper Ida Slaven Golliher Joan A Ben R. Golliher Wininville Stella Brown Éipude S. de W. EE. Gollier Battle Creek Michigan Everal Christian Church Ina Poudd Ee Tg Katti Bey Order of Odd Fellows Figinville Soncay C. HH. Peehannan Odom Butizi

Mission class of Odeon Seuuul service at church

The Odeaoe class of the Odia Seuuul was delivered at the Christian Church Sunday by Rev. A. C. Trusty pastor of the First Christian Church at Linton. The building was packed and many could not gain admittance. Trusty gave a masterly address and the M. E. Orchestra provided music with solos by Will Barr and Ben Helm.

Christian Church A. C. Trusty First Christian Church Linton Rev. Trusty M. E. Orchestra Will Barr Ben Helm

Gillaspie Accepts Lyons School Superintendent Post

Supt J W Gillaspie resigns after six years to lead Lyons city schools and will move there this summer. He receives a salary raise at Lyons. Indiana Conference United Brethren Church Pastors group No 7 met to plan a spring campaign with meetings to visit each charge and provide educational content.

J. W. Gillaspie Lyons City Prof Gillaspie Groupe No. 7 Indiana

Fell IN WELL Glen Norman Narrowly Escapes Drowning

Glen Norman, son of Mr and Mrs Frank Norman, nearly drowned last Saturday morning after falling into a 20 foot deep crick walled well at A O Taylors east of the city. Taylor rescued him with a timber, the boy gripping on until pulled free, and he appeared none the worse for the ordeal.

Glen Frank Norman A. O. Taylor Mr. Taylor Crick Walled

German export of dyestuffs threatens American textile makers

The Dermign Government agrees to permit export of 5.06 tons of dyestuffs to the United States after initial refusal. Count Von Bernnstern delivered the note to Secretary Larsing. Officials warn of treasure ships attacked by torpedoes or mines but note Odon Drug Co. holds stocks of many colors and can supply most dyes.

Count von Bernnstern Larsing Germany Fiest Armerican Sauds Odon Odon Drug Co Adv

Wall paper business boosts faith community sales

The Odon Drug Co sold a bill this week for a church south of Plainville. The sale resulted from a large stock and right prices, aiding the local paint and wall paper business.

Odon Drug Co Plainville

Mary Pickford Stars in Fanchon the Cricket at Star Theater

Mary Pickford returns to Odon for a second Star Theater engagement with Fanchon the Cricket. The play features Pickford as a mischievous girl who grows virtuous and wins the heart of her love, amid rustic envy. Admission 15 cents. general admission 15 cents. orchestra to provide program.

America Odon Star Theater Mary Pickford Fanchon Rand Tess iCc

Obituary: Mollie Dittemore Williams Dies in Prestey Missouri

Mollie Dittemore Williams died last Saturday at her home in Prestey Missouri from pneumonia fever. Born in Owen County in 1465 she was fifty one at death. She married Wr Gipson and later Willeams of Elnora. Survived by four sisters three brothers one son and two husbands. Funeral held Tuesday at the Christian church with burial at Walnut Hill cemetery.

Mollie Dittemore Williams Prestey Owen County Wr. Gipson Willeams Elnora Body of Christ Spencer Iinora Tree Christian Chieren Walnut Hill Cemetery

Culgrib to Open Baseball Season This Sunday

The base ball season opens Sunday afternoon at Southside park with locals facing Steel Arm Taylor's colored team. Enthusiasm runs high as fans anticipate the debut in fresh uniforms, weather permitting, on a sunny Sunday afternoon.

Steel Arm Taylor's Colored Boys Southside Park

S. I. Band Sets Special Reorganization Meeting

The S. I. band announces a special meeting next Monday at 7:30 PM to discuss reorganization. All band members are notified and urged to attend.

S. I

Well Known Couple to Wed Next Sunday Afternoon

Miss Lora Pershing, noted as a well known young lady, will marry Earl Freed, a farmer north of town, next Sunday at 4 30 PM. Rev. Ernest Roberts of the U B Church will officiate at the bride’s parents’ home. The bride is Jacob Pershing’s daughter and has taught in township schools. The couple will reside on a farm north of the city.

Lora Pershing Earl Freed Ernest Roberts U. B. Church Jacob Pershing

Chautauqua Preparations Discussed At Local Meeting

Businessmen met at Poindexter and Wilsons to plan the upcoming chautauqua and city events. Committees were named for streets oiling and Old Settlers gatherings as Odon’s annual homecoming was also set for push.

Odon

Old Church Building Sale Opens Bids for Relocation

A committee seeks sealed bids to purchase the old church building by 3:00 p.m. May 13. Bids must include 25 dollars cash or certified check. right to reject bids reserved. The building will be moved from the west end lot for use until the new structure is ready.

Tilk West End Vuildias A. M. Keck

Easter Service Draws Immense U B Church Crowd

A large congregation attended the Easter special service at the U B Church with Rev. Roberts delivering the sermon on the day’s significance. An elaborate noon meal was served in the basement and the church orchestra performed a number of pieces throughout the day.

U. B

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