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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1893
Page
2
An entry records Pow Otee Oden as the origin or focus for a transmission through emails, classified as second class matter. The exact context is unclear but the note confirms mailing status and processing category.
A bill in the Indiana House aims to abolish the gallows amid political talk about fairness and officeseekers. The piece mocks candidates and references postal office battles while commenting on U S policy questions about Pacific islands and Hawaii.
Three methods are proposed to secure a refund of funds collected for the Evansville and Richmond railroad by Daviesa county. The plan includes demanding payment from the county Treasurer, pursuing legal enactment to address the case, and suing the county if necessary. Officials promise a thorough audit to uncover all reasons for the loss and ensure proper recovery.
Last week in circuit court the dispute between the school trustees and Dr. Mitchell over title to the old school furniture ended with Dr. Mitchell receiving a five dollar judgment. The decision saddles both sides with costs and ongoing financial strain as coal bills and lawyer fees loom over the winner. The fragmentary report laments the trouble and notes the broader toll on all involved.
In editorial tone, the piece argues that Madison township is owed funds from the county treasury tied to taxes for the Evansville and Richmond railroad. It asserts a legal and equitable duty for the county commissioners and their attorney to authorize repayment, despite lack of explicit law, and urges action to return the money to the township.
A local boast about Correll and Burrell Granite and Marble Monuments with rustic Bedford stone work, fair prices, and quick delivery. The notice also mentions Chicago World's Fair lodging deals via subscriptions to the Saturday Blade or Chicago Ledger, promising help in finding rooms, mail service, and free pamphlets.
J A Alexander appeals to all citizens of Odon and nearby to visit school rooms for at least five minutes each. He notes two parent visits so far and urges more involvement to foster educated children, outlining rules and study expectations for high school pupils.
Collard Jr. visits sick. Raw OQ Smith returns from ministerial work. Myers on weeklong business. James Smith travels north to cool off. Ed Sorelaer Caleb Odell Jr. film negatives for schools. Ledgerwood pleads guilty to temper at spelling bee. Surprise party planned at R L Stotts residence. many attend despite bad weather. A literary society forms at the school building.
The ad asserts good looks depend on healthy organs and claims Electric Bitters as a direct tonic for the liver stomach and kidneys. It promises to cure pimples blotches and boils and to improve complexion, selling at S. Pensinger.
McCoy and Garten advertise the Economy Grocery Store with the largest stock in town. They promise high prices for produce paid in cash or goods and boast quick sales with small profits from McCoy's Old Stand.
The evidence accusing Warden Patten of mismanagement at Southern ransom and tortured convict testimony draw sharp parallels to Andersonville prison crimes, provoking shame and disgrace for Indiana and prompting scrutiny of the state’s handling amid the investigation.
Local shoppers find discounts across grocers as chains run price cuts on staples. Stores highlight adjusted weekly specials and limited time offers to attract budget minded customers.
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