06 Dec 1902
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1902
Page
2
The Odon Journal announces its weekly publication schedule from Odon Indiana with old terms and rates for subscriptions. The issue is dated Saturday December 6 1902 and lists general postal and publication details for the newspaper.
The Indiana polis school trustees association passed resolutions urging salary increases for trustees and proposing changes to eligibility and opposition to the current method of handling textbooks. The subjects will be urged before the legislature.
A garbled Indiana page lists stamps, a minister sermon gossip, and a review of Rev Charles W Crooke. It notes Rev Crooke praising Bea Par at the English Opera House in Indianapolis, revival success by Patrick N Faulk in Bloomfield, a saloon key joke, Pike County Democrats’ poor election showing, and teacher, medical, and incorporation news for Jasonville and Vernon with scattered Old Times recollections.
Community readings by Ben nett and J B Gutten prompt earnest talk on Superintendent Bennett of the Odon schools. The group notes real progress under his supervision while naming local officers for a club and listing an executive committee.
Indiana residents can access free circulating libraries through the Public Library Commission of Indiana. Local library associations of five or more can form, appoint a librarian, and provide a safe return guarantee. Two library types exist: general works and 14 volume topic sets. For details, contact Room 85 State House Indianapolis.
A vivid description of astrophyton or sea basket a marine invertebrate with a starburst body and many tentacles. The article notes its hub as the creature’s thinking center and its arms radiating like a wheel, capturing prey and draining life from victims.
A London writer contrasts well known proverbs showing opposite meanings. Examples include Penny wine and pound roolish versus Take care of the peace and the pounds will wke care of themselves and Many hands make light work versus too many cooks spoil the roth. The piece jokes on early birds versus those who wait.
A Pennsylvania farmer clings to an old suit until his wife blushes at his long wear. He drives to town determined to buy a new suit to surprise Eliza, returning with a neat outfit for a happy moment.
Fixtures of the defunct Elinora bank conducted by Pleasant Durham were sold at public auction for 528.60. The safe went for 400 to Mr. Beaver, with others seeking to start a new bank. Remainder brought 128.60 enabling payment to depositors at 50 to 60 cents on the dollar.
On Sunday afternoon at four at the bride’s parents home 24 miles east of Burna City Mr. Asher Vickers married Miss Mary C Bowman Eid officiating The couple plan to reside in Burns City where Vickers runs a lumber business The bride is the youngest daughter of Martin Bowman and the late Jenette Bowman
Early rural mail routes spark debate on box types with new federal standards. Circular semicircular square or oblong boxes must use galvanized metal, reinforced edges, and secure closures. hinges and rivets to be galvanized and weatherproof to protect mail from rain snow and dust.
An excerpt describes the Smorgaabord as a Swede prelude to dinner with a side table of fish meat and other foods. It notes nearly raw fish morsels eaten with eggs bread or oatcake, plus butter cheese pickles and strong corn brandy in tea urn like vessels.
A golfing magazine tells of a man applying for club secretary. The captain notes the secretary must be adept at managing men. The applicant replies that the role actually requires his wife, leaving him defeated.
The arrival and departure of mail at the Odan post office are listed as follows.
A letter notes W. C. Camp of Alfordsville and Harry Van Trees of Washington as party deputies. It asks readers who have used Green's August Flower for indigestion liver trouble to share results and offers a free book, promising the remedy seldom fails and suggesting consulting a druggist. Short crows joke included.
A garbled ad style notice warns of approaching revolt and health turmoil with claims about Electric Bitters restoring stomach function and blood clarity. It touts 50 cent price, guaranteed satisfaction, and endorsements from Webster Druggists and DeWitt’s Early Risers for constipation and headaches.
An old weather lead invokes health cautions and promotes One Minute Cough Cure for colds grippe bronchitis pneumonia and lung troubles. Testimonial from E. Fe Wise Madison Ga praises its quick relief and healing effects. A. J Snell of Summer Hill NY endorses it for a party outing. Local seller Z2 Webstar advertised sale.
Gov G W Atkinson of West Virginia endorses a stomach medicine claiming it cures dyspepsia digestion and stomach trouble. W L Stoy also supports it describing it as effective for stomach ailments. The text mentions a dessert made from dates with marshmallow paste as a tempting treat.
The Chamberlins remedy makers release Chamberlins Stomach and Liver Tablets claiming success in treating constipation biliousness sick headache impaired digestion and stomach disorders. The pills are said to be easier to take and more pleasant in effect moving the bowels while improving appetite and correcting stomach disorders.
Dr. W. H. Cole reports 21 smallpox cases in Newberry two nearby and one in Linton with a strict quarantine in place. Fear of more cases due to exposures dominates as a teacher victim stayed in school unaware of illness. three cases are malignant. Also notes Cy Wurman review piece on industrial growth near Sault Ste. Marie and a set of quoted jokes.
A testimonial extols Dr Kings New Discovery for consumption with claims of immediate improvement and cure after other remedies failed. The Beall family passage notes wife’s recovery and mentions price 50 cents and one dollar with a free trial offer, attributed to Webster, Druggist.
A collage of early 20th century drugstore promotions touts Dr Kig New Life Pills, DeWitt’s salve, Boschee’s German Syrup, and other remedies. Ads claim cures for headaches dizziness piles eczema coughs and lung troubles, urging readers to buy at Webster's Drug Store.
The forest export value for Ceaxda last year reached 20,054,089 in currency. The report highlights the overall timber and forest product trade performance for the region.
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