10 Dec 1915
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1915
Page
1
The Odon Independents defeated the Loogootee Woodmen 44 to 17 in a fast contest at Woodmen hall Loogootee Sunday afternoon. The Independents showed speed and skill, outclassing the Woodmen throughout. They invite other amateur teams to contact for future games.
O. H. S. students from all classes gathered at Shively's to honor Miss Buckingham for her work and success. Miss Brown from Puckley replaces Buckingham. A basketball doubleheader at Wool Park featured Gdon H. S. vs Longe with a loud crowd and strong play by Burns City and Loogootee. First and second teams travel to Newberry Friday for a double header.
Homer Cunningham launches a new barber shop in the Grand Hotel and began business Wednesday. He previously co owned the Spring Street shop and recently sold it to William Miller.
A large group of Rev. and Mrs. J. T. Hobson’s friends gathered Monday afternoon for a surprise shower. The guests presented many useful gifts and the crowd enjoyed a pleasant afternoon together.
The Wednesday program at the Royal theater offers a Broadway star feature and two comedies or westerns nightly with five strong reels. Advertiser Chas White promotes bargain prices appealing to county residents, while Odon Drug Co sells Feetine at 10 and 15 cents.
The Knights of Pythias lodge in the city held its annual roll call meeting at the Main St hall last Monday with about 75 members attending. The roast goat banquet featured a long table feast of goat and beef, oysters, dressing, fruit, coffee, and mince pie followed by an address on Pythianism by Rev. A. C. Trusty and performances by members, all accompanied by U. B. Orchestra.
G. W. Henderson, Wathey Creamery local manager, reports paying out nearly $12,000 for cream since May 1. That equals about 50,000 pounds of butterfat or around 150,000 gallons of cream bought at the Odon station in seven months. Cream checks support current expenses and many patrons grow bank balances while merchants reward them with merchandise. Henderson foresees higher butterfat prices this winter and stronger local production.
Eyestain causes headaches indigestion and bodily discomfort leading people to rely on pills. The remedy proposed is removal of the cause with lenses offered by KECK the Jeweler and Optometrist without eye drops.
We extend heartfelt thanks to friends minister and lodge for sympathy and help during the death and burial of our husband and father Mrs Scott Arford en2 cliluren.
Julius Smith wins a circuit court suit against A. O. Fulkerson, county superintendent, after testimony was offered and Fulkerson rested. Special Judge Hastings mildly reprimands the defendant for not aiding the plaintiff to qualify for the office, if Smith was unqualified. Fulkerson had approved Smith's claims as allowed by the county commissioners.
The Southwestern Poultry Association completed printing its second annual Premium List last Monday for the Plainville show set for December 20 to 24. The 30 page green bound booklet lists premiums, rules, and show advertisements. Copies may be obtained from QO. MM. Heldt.
M W A E election held last Tuesday at the hall in this city. Elmer Sears elected Consul Guy Marshall Advisor Wm Webster Banker Jas Callahan Clerk Heber Ledgerwood Escort Amos Flinn Watchman Jas Callahan Trustee J DeMotte Physician. Clerk Jos Callahan hosted an oyster supper at the Grand Hotel after the meeting.
Roy Winklepleck of Semour spent the early week with home folks and entertained a number of friends with a rabbit roast Tuesday night. The evening included games and music.
A Chicago business leader outlines a Vermont dream to buy a family general store and stage rapid clearance sales. He argues small Main Street shops hold overdraft stock and that weekly catalogs with plain price reductions can wake a sleepy market and boost profits.
R D Gross calls on all pastors to preach tuberculosis prevention next Sunday. Suggestions and information have been sent to ministers across the state to make the message a strong part of every pulpit sermon.
The Southern Indiana Poultry Association completed the third annual premium list and plans a Dec 28 to Jan 1 poultry show in this city. The K P building on Main Street hosts the event with a Purdue university exhibit and lectures on poultry raising. Copies of the premium list are available at the Journal office.
Mrs A A Lane entertained her Sunday School class last Tuesday night at her west Odon home. The gathering featured games contests and music with refreshments served at nine o clock.
This week's issue features the first in a series of church ads written by Rev. Ernest Roberts for the U B church. Ads invite readers to follow these weekly messages. The piece argues modern outreach relies on newspaper advertising to reach the public.
W. H. Hedrick of Eid Oklahoma is spending a few days with relatives in the locality.
Local column notes Christmas reading tips and county school issues. Discusses consolidation talks in Steele county, high schools Washington St Simons Ep som Elnora Odon Plainville, Cannerburg Montgomery, debating league efforts, local governance and library mixups. Mentions attendance records Sugarland school and upcoming teachers exams rules.
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