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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1904
Page
4
Rt. Rev Dr Leighton Coleman recalls a Philadelphia Telegraph tale of a groom who asked for bells organs and more and then tried to pay with his money while the ceremony ended. The crowd giggled as he fumbled in his pocket for cash.
Four years of severe inflammation and ulceration ended after five months on Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Mrs Pinsyaw of Silver Lake Mass describes a drastic recovery and urges other women to try the remedy. The ad asserts guaranteed cures with a $5000 forfeit for any letter proving genuineness.
Fragmentary dialogue depicts a rural scene with a father, child, teacher, and neighbors amid murmured gossip. Voices mention a dark secret, a sham, and a hinted misunderstanding as a tense domestic moment unfolds. The transcription quality limits clarity but hints at family strain and social judgment.
A damaged OCR item notes a seed company in Wisconsin offering seed varieties including cabbages celery and carnations. It promises a yearly order program with warrants, postage terms, and a Berliner candle or Trade brand as part of an illustrative seed catalog.
H J McCarver of 21 Cherry St Portland Oregon reports relief from backache and kidney trouble after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He says a cold triggered the issue and the pills eliminated it with several months of no recurrence. Sold by all dealers 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY
Cyrus M. Todd of Lebanon Indiana was jailed on a grand jury indictment charging the murder of his wife, killed December 31 at their Jamestown area home. He claimed he returned from hunting, the gun discharged while his wife dragged it across the bed. The safety hammer detail prompted the grand jury review. Todd, 1% years old, wed in March. His wife was the daughter of James McLean, a former county official.
The Wabash rose to 14 feet at New Harmony with rapid gains. Fox Island residents struggle to bury John Stewart due to no local undertaker and island isolation. Over 100 people live on the island as flood conditions threaten daily life.
Peru Indiana January 28. Though no official announcement has been made the eastern division superintendent position here to succeed SE Critter remains unsettled. It is firmly believed A E Robbins of the Buffalo division will be chosen for the post.
Evansville Ind Jan 30 The Steamer Cruiser and Spracue lie at the mouth of the Green river damaged by floating ice authorities fear they may be lost Six miles above this point the Crescent City was struck by ice and part of her hull torn away The river is 20 feet deep
The home of FW Johnnseten burned as Sir Johnsten faced an insurance policy draft. Firefighters battled the blaze amid a stormy morning while locals observed the proceedings and the policy details were under discussion.
In Terr. Watute Indiana on January 2s a dispute arose as Manarzer Barnet led ushers demanding pay for work done without wages during the season. They seek compensation and the right to use the house for a beneficiary event at season end.
Memorial services were held in Terre Haute Indiana on January 24 for Atess Sosa. A special program featured a tarnt address by Rev CC W Tinsh vy pastor of Ceamtenary church, with Sosa’s attendance noted prior to her enrollment at the normal.
Peru Ind Jan 29 12 announces that 9g Ferriter joint superintendent of the Wabashami Grand Trunk at St Thomas Ont has been appointed eastern division superintendent of the Slahash here to succeed EL Cotter now vice division superintendent at Peonour TH.
In Seth Bend Indiana on January 28 the E C Keaver dry goods store is handed to a firm of advisers. Mr Fisaxner is no longer with the day to day. A statement shows assets around 50,000 dollars and creditors likely to realize about 2 percent, implying a roughly 20 dollar loss.
Butler College in Indias antics during leap year this year. Young ladies plan social dates with male stars and refuse escorts if men try to arrange engagements themselves, signaling a lively campus tradition.
Wilbur C. Cract, Osceola postmaster, was taken to Grand Rapids Michigan to face perjury charges for making a false affidavit in taxing out a license to launt deer. He allegedly claimed to be a Michigan resident.
John Wendell of Shelbeville Indiana won a verdict for 81 500 in a 10 000 damage suit against the Big Four Railroad Co over the death of his son Louis J Wendey. The ruling awards damages for the fatal incident.
Diphtheria epidemic leads to closure of Greentown public schools and several county schools this week. Officials report multiple cases and heightened health precautions across the area.
United Mine Workers vote to provide immediate relief for families of 190 miners killed in the Harwick mine explosion at Sedgwick Sedg Nek Pa. The date of the vote was January 29 in Indianapolis Indiana.
In Indianapolis on January 28 Claude received a light sentence after a hearing. Details mention a local court proceeding, with the brief item noting a reduced penalty and minimal courtroom description.
Royal Trust Co of Chicago filed in federal court for a receiver to operate the Laporte to Michigan City Interurban and foreclose a $282,000 bond mortgage. The line, built in 1902, reports ongoing expenses but liens totaling $410,600 exist. A temporary restraining order blocks asset disposal until February 4 hearing. road valued at $400,000.
In Marion Indiana a house fire caused by a defective gas line killed four year old Willie Elkins and basil Elkins aged six. Mrs Elkins and a one month old baby were seriously burned while trying to repair the gas connection. The body of Willie was not recovered from the ruins.
Jeffersonville Indiana reports the river at its most threatening level this season with a two foot rise and an expected seven more by Friday. Debris and wreckage, including the font demolished at Cincinnati, litter the area while about 50 barges remain ashore and imperiled until floated off.
Reports from the Erl river bottoms say many residents are imprisoned in upper rooms by floods. Families lack fire in zero weather, and their households are cut off as moving ice blocks rescue boats. Their cries for help echo through the icy scenery.
Parry, president, and A C Marshall of Yohero Ohio, discussed opposing a war injunction in a conference here. The battle relates to a hill pending in the United States Senate.
Mr and Mrs Whitfield Hlargitt, an esteemed Ford couple, marked a golden wedding. Attending were their two sons Mercer and William Hareitt, farmers from Witt HL, and daughter Mrs Bertha Whitaker of Northern Indiana, with friends joining the celebration.
An attempted kidnapping of the daughter of S. E. Heens on North Capitol avenue failed when the girl thwarted the plan on her way to school Thursday morning. No further details were provided.
In Muncie Indiana on a Friday morning a natural gas main burst causing seventy five percent of homes to lose gas service. The interruption caused widespread suffering until crews from the Gas Tight and Fuel Co. repaired the break.
Marion Indiana January 2 1920 WW Hak derman president of the Marion base ball team in the Central League announced Friday that Manager Grim had set up a number of first class tryouts who will compete for positions on the team for the coming season.
Indinespells. Ind. Jan. 30 members of the Columbia and Marion clubs led Friday in wearing carnacdons as tributes to the memory of President McHinney. Many citizens wore them and among the school children led to their teachers.
Anderson Indiana January 20 officials of the Indiana Union Traction Company will announce an increase of passenger fare from 1 cent to 11 cents per mile on all Indiana interurban electric lines. The raise takes effect February 1.
Julius Conitz once banker in Laporte County died of a brain hemorrhage at Blue Grass North Dakota after bankruptcy six rolling years earlier when he defaulted on a $100,666 railroad financing loan.
Floating ice jams the Ohio River at Cannelton Indiana and for the first time this season the Major ferry between Cannelton and Hawesville Kentucky had to suspend operation as the river rises rapidly.
Ola Powers was sentenced Thursday for the murder of William Wells. The case arose from events in Fairland last October. Powers will serve two to twenty-one years in the Jeffersonville prison.
Georges Pollard aged 65 died suddenly Wednesday in a sanitarium at El Reno Oklahoma after a few days illness of pneumonia. He was a resident of Indianapolis Indiana. His wife and son are in Indianapolis.
Estherville Iowa February 1 Mr George J Barber testifies Dodd’s Kidney Pills cured him of kidney disease that progressed to Bright’s disease after years of ill health and failed treatment in Chicago and locally. He says the pills are the best medicine in the world and urges others to try them.
A reader asks what the initials D D stand for in slang. The sporting editor replies with a quick explanation that D Dollars to Doughnuts conveys a casual value comparison, noting the phrase’s playful origin and common usage in casual conversation.
The Cincinnati Commercial exposes frauds in "solid gold" watch cases hidden with lead. A fifty one pound stone was found in a bale. marks claim government stamping are bogus. many cases use fake warranties and C O D schemes. Dueber-Hampden Watch Co. names suspect manufacturers.
A Cincinnati Enquirer moralizer notes that enemies rarely strike when a man is down, while allies step aside, allowing his friends opportunity to help. The exchange presents a wary view of loyalty and adversity.
Salzer's Grass Mixtures boast rapid sprouting and heavy fodder yields, with claims of six-cut season resilience. The notice promotes Salzer's Renovator Grass Mixture and Teosinte type blends, plus Salzer's New National Oats and 100,000 barrels of seed potatoes. Farmers are urged to request the catalog by mailing 10 cents for samples from John A. Salzer Seed Co. in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
A quirky fragment hints at a stray stories column exploring a possible art theft or misdirection. The text suggests uncertainty about why a particular figure was hung and whether the artist was evading capture.
Advertisement text promises quick cure for colds using Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets and offers refunds if not effective. Quack claims from periodicals include testimonials and spurious quotes from Ram's Horn and Putnam Fadeless Dye promotions.
The 58th Congress year starts with daily Senate and House activity on the Panama affair. Stone urges a committee probe into U S complicity in the revolt while Boutelle and Williams spar over partisan lines. The week sees debates on naturalization, race issues, aerial tests, and fiscal bills as Congress adjourns for the day.
Representative Maddox introduces a bill for per capita distribution of up to 25,000 annually from surplus treasury funds to states and territories for construction and maintenance of post roads.
Dupont Powder Co absorbs California Vigorite Co to secure Pacific coast powder production. The deal reportedly totals 200000 dollars.
Washington January 28 hearing before the house labor committee on the Sibley bill to bar government purchase of convict made goods. Support came from E J Roche representing the A F of L. The measure aims to exclude such goods from federal procurement.
Miss Rose Gordon of Madison Wisconsin and a Washington Street reader credit Peruna with quick relief from chronic bronchitis and catarrh after failed treatments. Both write of recovery after using two bottles and urge fellow sufferers to try the medicine through their druggists.
A Daily Guide suggests a witty test for a woman who suspects she is beautiful. If she believes she is handsome, ask if all her family share the same beauty. The remark frames vanity as a family trait and invites a humorous skeptical response.
Tickets are offered on the Queen & Crescent Route and Southern Railway with connections to the Southeast and South, valid for a May season. Passengers may travel to Florida via Lookout Mountain and Atlanta and return by a different route. Address for further information is W. C. Ringarsen, G. P. AL, Cincinnati, Ohio.
A spoof exchange notes the Inside Inn as the only hotel on the fair grounds with ads boasting reasonable rates for Americans and Europeans. Readers are invited to write for a folder at the Inside Inn administration building in St. Louis Missouri.
An advertisement touts Peruna as the best established medical remedy claiming a teaspoonful before meals prevents colds in winter and a dose each hour cures a contracted cold. It asserts cure for chronic catarrh and early bronchitis with public belief in its efficacy. Free Peruna Almanac offered.
Mrs. Mary E. Sampson of West Derry Rockingham County NH reports severe headaches nervousness monthly trouble and long term deafness improved after six bottles of Peruna and one of Manalin. She calls Peruna a Godsend to women and asks others to seek Dr Hartman for free advice. VERY DRUGGIST HAS THEM.
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