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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1902
Page
2
A small Indiana notice from Odon dated February 1 1902 outlines subscription rates including one year six months and three months options. The fragment emphasizes mailing details and periodical distribution terms.
The Opon Review suspends publication on January 17 and its subscription list is sold to The Open Journal. Starting January 25 The Journal will be mailed to all Review subscribers. Paid up subscribers to The Review will receive The Journal automatically unless notified to discontinue by February 1.
Prince Henry of Prussia, brother of the German emperor, is arriving with pomp and fireworks in Washington. An appropriation of 40 000 dollars funds expenses for the state department to receive the guest, including a reception at a hotel after his visit to the capital. The event is described as a notable occasion, rivaling past royal visits.
Chicago magnate John R. Walsh, head of Southern Indiana railway, closed the Trinity Springs purchase in Martin county for 250000 dollars and plans to build two large hotels once the railroad is completed. A fire destroyed Walter Ketchem’s home near Elnora, with no insurance, while Indiana reports show 10600 school houses, 15979 teachers and 425000 pupils daily. The Reddy & Robert Comedy Company, seen earlier in January, disbanded at Shosla after a brief stay. manager at Shosia Opera House leased a house to perform there.
Richard Bouchie found a knife tainted with poison used on hogs in Knox county. Ten hogs died from a mysterious illness after the knife was used on them, and a later cut on Bouchie led to severe infection but he survived after medical treatment. The weapon was destroyed by fire.
Elisha A. Riggins died last week at his home near Salem Illinois. He was father to Prof. Ivan Higgins and Miss Dora Riggins. A longtime political figure in Southern Indiana, he supported unions and populism and campaigned across the district in joint debates. He ran for Congress in 1898 and mentored Bryan as a Populist ally. Many relatives remained near Eaglesville as prosperous farmers.
Prof M K Kirk of Vincennes closed the lecture course with An Evening with Miley readings from the Hoosier Poet. The audience enjoyed a hour and fifteen minute program, and Kirk pleased listeners with his engaging delivery.
County Prohibitionists met at Elnora on Saturday to plan the campaign electing a chairman and secretary and naming township committees. W. Myers of Elnora was re-elected county chairman and Milo Smiley of Udon chosen secretary-treasurer.
The current issue introduces a new department titled Mother meetings focusing on proper education of children. It grows from editorials on child education published previously in The Ladies' Home Journal.
Beginning last Sunday the 5th I and E I L railroads changed time cards to ease travel to Washington. Southbound E I L trains now wait for passengers on the 7 56 p m run, with noon El N O R A service moving earlier by about one hour, and morning Washington departure at 6 10 instead of 6 25. Westbound No 4 shifts to 1 49 p m, while No 2 and No 6 keep their 9 12 a m and 7 56 p m times. All trains run Sunday schedules the same as weekdays.
Last Friday afternoon at a saw mill Lowry Cooper lost the third finger on his jaft band when a log chain slipped while he helped drag logs. Dr. J. W. Anderson amputated the finger at the first joint and Cooper nurses a very sore hand.
The Gadberry divorce was granted Tuesday morning. Mrs Gadberry receives the divorce and $500 alimony plus custody of their daughter Odessa. William Gadberry must pay $368 annually for thirteen years for the child’s support.
A sick parishioner advised by a doctor to avoid rain crawls into a hollow log when a sudden shower hits. The log shrinks in the rain, trapping him and prompting a life review of childhood, marriage, sins, and his neglected offer to the church. He recalls refusing his wife 5 cents for the church and then escapes as the memory changes him.
A writer cites an ancient Saron treatise claiming Joshua prayed for the sun to stand still for a day during a campaign, noting the day did not extend. The piece also mentions a European leap year tradition called the ghost of leap year with tales of a recurring monster disrupting affairs.
The Atlarfa Constitution reports Greer Williams won his freedom from slavery after a trial. The joke implies his new status and a honeymoon following a controversial case. The language reflects a historical voice and vernacular of the period.
The passage reflects a narrator overwhelmed by fear amid commerce. A self made man fears the impersonal pressures of trade as a waiter prompts him to repeat a bass line in a tense social setting.
The wedding in Van Buren township was a private affair officiated by Squire S. C. Guthrie with only close friends and relatives attending. The groom, son of the late John Taylor, is a young farmer from Elmore township, and the bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Hatchery, described as a pleasant young lady.
Mrs. George Hoopingarner died Saturday at her home east of Plainsville in Sogard township. She was widow of George Hoopingarner and sister of Ex trustee J. W. Trueblood of War Bur en township. Six children survive. Mrs. George Neiswanger died Sunday in Evansville hospital. wife of George Neiswanger of Elmore township, born in Pennsylvania 65 years ago. Funeral services held at the Neiswanger home.
Business owner seeks immediate collection of overdue 1901 accounts to finance ongoing operations. Statement notes unsecurd balances and the need for funds to sustain enterprise. A personal remark mentions a nightly milk habit for sleep aid.
A local reader from Plsiaview Nebraska recounts that his wife suffered over fifteen years and spent a thousand dollars on doctors before Foley's Honey and Tar saved her life. The letter blends testimonials with miscellaneous quips about health and a pun on dancing.
A collage of medical cure claims and warnings for remedies like Little Early Risers Foley Kidney Cure and Foley s Honey and Tar. Advertisers push safe fast relief from constipation kidney trouble and croup with endorsements, prices and doctor testimonials while urging against substitutes.
Solomon Ketchem aged 87 died Saturday at his Elmore township home after a month long stomach cancer battle. A noted northern county farmer and longtime public servant elect, he never assumed duties as County Commissioner for the third district due to illness. Funeral at Friendship church near his home, Knights of Pythias lodges in charge. burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife and a son along with many relatives.
An appeal promotes subscribing to the Globe Democrat for 1908 St Louis World's Fair news. It asserts the paper’s pre-eminent status, wide circulation, and global readership while urging readers to subscribe for the coming year. A joke about a globe trotter closes the piece.
M S Mead of Atle burro Mass endorses Kodol Dyspepsia Cure after relief from dyspepsia belching and stomach distress. He reports eating mince pie cheese candy nuts again and enjoying digestion without dieting. W L Story also endorses the product.
Winter coughs risk developing into consumption if ignored. A physician recommends Foley’s Honey and Tar as an effective remedy to break up coughs and ease chest congestion.
An advertisement claims DeWitt’s Hazel Salve stops itching and burning from piles and treats skin diseases, cuts, burns, and wounds. Testimonial from JLS Cerall St. Paul Arkenye and W. L. Stoy say the product cured protruding bleeding piles after trying others and warn against counterfeiters.
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