25 Aug 1911
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1911
Page
1
Richard Macy a baggage man on the c T H S E was accidentally killed at Williams Tuesday by a revolver that fell from a holster and struck his heart instantly. Macy lived at Terre Haute and was on only his second run on the road. The body was held for a coroners inquest.
Word reached here of the death of Major Levi Ferguson on August 15 at his home in Wellington Kansas. He was born in 1841 in Pike County Indiana and served as a private in Civil War later brevet major. Ferguson practiced law in Petersburg and Martinsburg and served two terms as county auditor. He moved to Wellington in 1887 and was known among old soldiers and longtime residents.
Dr Ira Bowman and Ernest Wirklepleck of Elnora were riding in a buggy pulled by a spirited horse belonging to Oscar Hackler when the horse bolted near the railroad crossing south of town after meeting W B Neeremer. The buggy overturned but the shafts detached, allowing the horse to flee. No serious injuries to the occupants. the horse was later caught in a nearby field.
Martin county commissioners in Shoals approved liquor licenses for Wilden Hawkins and Willard Waggoner after a fierce wets and drys dispute. The county seat has been dry for five years and Hawkins planned to start serving within hours of the decision.
The piece notes spectacle frame style matters for taste but stresses correct nose fit and proper lens centering. It declares certainty with no guessing and promotes Keck the Jeweler and Optician with the slogan Glasses Right Good Sight.
Clyde Amick elected county superintendent last week resigns amid political conflict leaving Jennings County without a superintendent for the second time in two weeks. He taught at Elnora schools and studied at the state university this summer as Democrats hold the trustees majority to name a successor.
The August 27 program at Mud Pike United Brethren Church includes union Sunday school at 9 39 a m, a sermon by Dr Hy Fout of Dayton Ohio at 10 30 a m, and a midday grounds dinner. J M Boyd will speak on Losing the foundation, with greetings from nearby churches. The Odon male quartet and Wa Bair provide readings and music. Dr Font speaks at 3 p m on The place of the country church, followed by the dedication of the house to God and Dr Fout’s final address at 7 50 p m. The event is billed as a major day for the northern Davie s county United Brethren.
First National Bank of Loogootee sues Van Buren township for 500 alleging a warrant issued by trustee Hiram Sims on approval of the advisory board certified a debt of 400 to the bank paid from the tuition fund with 6 percent interest. The instrument dated January 8 1907 supported wages for teachers. A prior suit on the first warrant fell before appellate court. New state laws may affect the case.
School begins September 4 as students return to classes. New hires include Edith DeMess from Kansas teaching eighth grade and history. W. E. Trueblood resigns. Lela Crooke and Elmer York fill positions formerly held by Orpha Culmer and Minnie Harman. Superintendent Gillaspie remains head. Hufford and Miss Cole keep high school roles.
Last week to comply with weed control notice in Odon Journal. Fines up to 1000 dollars plus costs for neglect. premises streets and alleys must be kept weed free. J W Anderson secretary and Jos Kinnaaman marshal urge immediate action. For sale a full-blooded Hampshire ram 38 years old see H S Walter Odon Ind. 8ll of
Local notes list residents visiting relatives and attending services. Names include J T L Alford, Mr. and Mrs. John McClellan, Frank McClellan, Dillard Boardman, Miss Mary Long, Miss Pearl McClellan, Dr. Ira Bowmar, Ernest Winkle Pleck, Lavern Sears, Ray Boardman, Lilly and Lula Long, Gladis Flinn, Mrs. Vig Long, Mr. and Mrs. Freedly Cunningham, John Beasley and family, Lew Wascum, William Hackler, Arthur Long, Russel Cunningham, and others from Elnora and nearby areas.
Trustee R J McCillian schedules a special advisory board meeting for tomorrow at 2 00 p m to discuss an appropriation of 250 dollars for cutting down Wirtz hill and related actions.
Link Stoy of this place reports a fine Polled Angus cow valued at £20 was struck and killed by a through freight locomotive Tuesday morning after escaping from a pasture on his east farm. The incident was witnessed near the tracks. The funeral and disposal details were not provided.
The Board of Trustees of Odon Indiana invites bids before 2 PM September 4 1911 for constructing a concrete bridge at Elm and Walnut streets. Plans and specs are with the town clerk. Right reserved to reject all bids. Auctioneer A K Hoff notes 20 years in the field.
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