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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1896
Page
2
A garbled report describes a communal event linked to the MHD cash issue and a speech by local figures including Bart Wayne and Evansville on the first of September. It mentions coroner and surveyor roles, a push for settlement, and ongoing agitation about a silver stockpile.
Fragmented OCR passage discusses Populism, river faults, and social issues. Mentions unspecified figures and phrases, with garbled names and locations. Core facts are unclear due to low readability and missing context.
Ambiguous lines reference a “Dentecrag par” clash, mentioning figures Yilinina and Ansell amid tensions. The fragment hints at a political upheaval or factional dispute with unlikely quotes and garbled phrasing.
The readable text shows garbled headlines and names. It references a sports item with team or place names and a local notice, but details are unreadable and cannot be clearly identified.
In a fragmented report the aoost tork on sepedb peeule is discussed amid unclear references to a Denpserstie pot and thet the group seeks wan the gar gk. The piece hints at a political or cultural clash and questions of ownership.
The readable text appears garbled and does not provide clear names places dates or events. It mentions alleged wrongdoing by an individual but lacks verifiable details to form a coherent news item.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a warning about casting something without charge and references a watched series. It is unreadable and lacks clear names or places. The readable elements suggest a generic legal precaution but no verifiable facts.
A local report questions Sewell’s claim to be Vicw President candidate while noting no official confirmation of national bank leadership or government bond dealings. The piece highlights uncertain ties and speculative scrutiny.
The text argues that campaign funds should be spent to furnish free transport and support to Temocratic leaders to promote unity and access to untaxed or silver age benefits, reflecting a proposal for financial backing to political figures.
Iv is described as a strict Aeuperatec man who prays nightly and at meals with grace before and after each meal. The Exvaneville Bulletin notes he is also devilishly funny.
Prominent editor comments on Democratic paper coverage and the growing fatigue of speakers toward Candidate Bryan. The piece hints at party dynamics and editorial stance shaping public messaging.
The Home Music Co of Logansport Indiana lists a 25 song McKinley Songster with tunes on McKinley Protection and Sound Money. The humorous verses are described as stirring and sharp while priced at 1a cents per copy or $1.59 per dozen.
In a sharp address on April Fool Day Tom Watson attacked Bryan and his evasive path to conviction calling it ridiculous and scathing. Bryan and Watson now run together as President and Vice on the Populist ticket.
Iz Bryan wins enough electors through a Populist Democrat alliance to push Liu over MacKinnsey. Splitting the vice presidential vote between Watson and Sewell could boost Hobart, creating a Bryan Hobart ticket that challenges the Constitution.
The note lists rumors on heat expanding days and political speeches by Ed Seneff. It mentions barefoot girls, Winleyism, party splits, and the ME Church push up. It teases the marshal’s boldness, dog days hurting free silver, Danner’s gold piece, and changes in Elnora visits. Autumn promises many kids.
The following list names teachers assigned to county seat school rooms for next Winter. WF Ansell Sapte Hamlet Allen Mailett JM Varese WS Davie JD Dradford CG oS Hicks Jo M Glick NOS Pate Mary Clemens Miiraim Stnfcrd Minute Carnahar Halliefield Matie Arthur Opesia Rodidick Pennie Davis Ethel figadee Minute Palmer Josephine Sanford Guess Smalls Blattie Cock Mary Ainman Katy Wilson Lis zie Hearman Mars Harward Lar ue Duncan Laura Hicks Mrs Mary Shirley Kate Foster Carrie Myers.
The piece discusses Moorendtag's inscriptions on Lu Nerera the Cupped Coin and the era's monetary chaos. It notes how debased coinage harmed trade, wages, and everyday life, causing disputes and distrust across markets, shops, and mills as the value of money collapsed.
Local chatter, political squibs, and town notes from The Journal. Mentions Mount Wadsworth speaks at Eaglesville, Dr Clark moving to Mitchell, Populists and Bryan, the Pike County Fair at Petersburg, and editorials on paving, subscriptions, and local affairs.
Bay City hosts a word-building contest based on the letters E X C E L S I O R and the text EXCELSIOR CEL MAN MEAD. prizes include 100, 75, 50, and 25 dollars for top word lists. entries require two cent stamps and must be mailed to MP German Mead Co at Adams and Center Streets Bay City.
The notice urges rapid action with wagons loaded and a special sale at the old Waceworth stand near Rogiesville. It touts low prices at four wagons, selling prime cows and bushels at a reduced rate for 80 days. The Union Coat Company expands coal holdings and offers prompt delivery for carloads.
A letter from J. F. C. promotes a door to door dish washer opportunity claiming earnings over 3000 dollars in a year. It urges contacting the Mound City Dish Washer Co. of St. Louis for full particulars and to share success stories.
A notice directs individuals with sex specific chronic diseases to seek medical reference from Dr. Hathaway and Co. at 70 Dearborn Street Chicago, urging leading physicians and surgeons of the United States to consult.
Voters consider a plan by the Old Settlers Association to award premiums for the oldest man and oldest woman, the longest-married couple, the largest boy under 12, the prettiest girl baby under 12 months, the swiftest boys and girls under 10, a flag prize for boys and girls in other foot races, with gate fees unchanged.
An advertisement promotes an authentic life of McKinley by journalist Robt Port. It urges Republican agents to sell the book at McKinley’s home with high commissions and quick earnings. It promises 10 to 20 dollars daily with 20 cent stamp payment and a money back guarantee.
A fragment notes Dewitt's Colic and Cholera Cure as a remedy to ease severe pain from bilious colic. The text references convincing relief and mentions W, L Stor in a terse promotional style.
Promotion for William McClaley agents to sell Life and Speeches of McKinley with St. Louis convention proceedings. 320 pages and 20 illustrations. Cloth $1.00, half morocco $1.50. Sixty percent discount to agents. Send 30 cents for prospectus and details. Local agents urged to sell up to 200 copies. Address J Solvie Publishing Company 08 Rue Street New York.
An advertisement from Casey & Co. of St. Louis promotes an instant freezing ice cream and freezer. It claims a simple two to three minute setup and potential earnings of five to six dollars daily selling ice cream and ten to twenty dollars selling freezers. The pitch invites full time workers and stresses demonstrable profits.
A fragmented old text argues the copper dollar at three cents worth, claiming copper would outpace silver in prosperity. It contrasts the "widow’s mite" copper with the pricey silver coin, suggesting copper could save debtors money and boost the poor.
The text describes anaemia as starved blood showing in pale cheeks white lips weak digestion loss of appetite exhaustion lack of nerve force soft muscles and notably weak muscles. Doctors warn that summer’s weakening weather often triggers it.
Bloomfield players blamed an alleged poor umpire after losing to Odon. Frank Helms pitched superbly for Bloomfield while Correll broke a finger catching and Callahan replaced him. The article urges better catcher defense and team harmony to improve play.
Scott's Emulsion of Codiver Oil with Hypophosphites is touted to enrich poor blood and aid weak digestion. The preparation is said to be easy to take even in hot weather, with acceptance by those who cannot tolerate cod liver oil or ordinary foods. Sold by Scott & Bowne of New York and available through local druggists.
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