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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1903
Page
2
The Odon Journal lists subscription prices of one year twenty one dollars six months six six dollars and three months two dollars. Ads and notices follow same rates as ads with discounts for church or lodge entertainments. Manager Wilson C Myers notes editor. Representative Hastings comments on libury bill and brewer opposition. County papers defend local democracy and support home enterprises.
The seating of WJ Hamilton to represent Greene County gives Republicans sixty seven members in the house a constitutional quorum. It marks a rare moment when either party has a legal quorum in the lower chamber and under extraordinary conditions could let the Republicans transact business without a Democrat present.
The fragment discusses differing levels of helpfulness among people and a belief that people will eventually think alike. It laments gossip prevalence in small towns where everyone knows each other and recalls a local saying about safe pleasantries beyond casual greetings.
The Globe Democrat urges readers to subscribe for full coverage of the St Louis World’s Fair. It claims unmatched preeminence among American newspapers with circulation reaching every U S state, Canada, Mexico, and worldwide English readers.
A fragmentary Indiana era column compiles scattered items from states like Illinois and Kentucky. Topics include inducements for coal buyers in Green County, ban on slot machines in Linton, a Martinsville swearing incident, a new corn wheat variety in Idaho and Washington, a colossal snake bundle near Harrodsburg, a spelling jest about that and who, a telegraph clock and pay, frigid Kiondike mercury, a dog’s 700 mile voyage, Paoli saloon crackdowns, and a bumblebee thaw mishap in Pinhook.
A Cosmopolitan article argues that American brides adapt quickly to shifted circumstances, whether wife of a farmer or a capitalist, adopting manners suited to her station. The piece is illustrated by photos of brides in wedding dresses.
The quagga, a midway species between zebra and wild ass, vanished from Africa long ago and survives only as imperfect specimens in European museums. The last known quagga, a female, died in the London Zoo around 1870, its extinction blamed on Dutch farmers hunting for hides and feeding Kaffirs on it. The animal was hardy and trainable, once used to protect livestock, and its loss is seen as senseless waste.
Dorothy Dix observes in Alnsice's that wealthy older men exhibit a final stage of love described as the last age of love. He grows confident and generous, but his pursuit can endanger him as he toys with diamonds and chorus girls while his family warns of consequences.
A book on Russia notes the high cost of visiting St Petersburg. It describes tipping dynamics with servants in homes and hotels, coatroom attendants, and official residences. The text highlights how even humble tips are expected and the generosity of guests is checked by status.
The January apportionment totals 26 426 03 dollars or 2 64 per scholar, distributed among townships Barr Bogard Elmore Harrison Madison Reeve Steele Van Buren Veale Washington Elnora Montgomery Odon Washington City. Daviese county received 14 803 84 from the state while paying 29 572 90, leaving 871 06 more for schools than its own revenues.
An odd collage of diet claims and patent medicine pitches emphasizes a universal nutrition view and promotes Green's August Flower and DeWitt's Liver Pills. Testimonials from San Antonio and other patients claim digestive and liver benefits, alongside unrelated notes on forest produce exports totaling 29,954,689.
An old advertisement-like notice claims De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve cured chronic piles after 20 years of suffering and medical trials. It touts antiseptic sealing action and claim to relieve and heal piles sores cuts eczema and skin diseases with a strong promotional tone.
A reader warns about Grove’s Chill Tunic showing the label plainly lists Tron and Quinine as ingredients. The note asserts there is no cure and no payoff.
The Frisco System advertises land and fruit opportunities across Benton, Washington counties and beyond. It highlights peach and fruit wealth from Mason, Arkansas to Oklahoma, touting climate, water, and health benefits with travel along the Frisco route. Address: Start Pylon, PB and J, 194 Main St, Evansvale, Ind.
All persons interested in school work are invited. M. H. Kutch, chairman. Gen. Disc., Scyene Prentiss. J May Ketcham. J. E. Garten. Quarternoon.
An exchange suggests a boy prone to flailing his team should have three or four acres of beans on the barn floor to test his flailing, and that fathers should help if the boy is small. Most horses resist harsh whipping. kindness and clear intent yield better work.
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned was appointed administrator of the estate of Joenwieye late and cited as said estate. Affeldon D. Smiley and Inman, Attys. Affeldon D. Smiley, Administrator. February 1973.
An old-fashioned ad extols jewel obsession and womanly health lore. It touts Dr Boschee German Syrup to curb coughs and consumption and Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets to restore energy and appetite, urging readers to buy from X Webster and Z Webster.
A fragmentary front page note promotes Chanbedairs Cough Poands and similar remedies as safe cures for children and adults. The text touts rapid relief, urging households to keep these products in stock as preventative aids amid winter ailments.
Advert says One Minute Cough Cure reduces swelling and mucus in croup and throat troubles, claims cures for chest cold la grippe and throat issues. Includes anecdotal testimonials from A TL Spafford and Mrs Saeiser, plus a Dr Kings New Discovery endorsement and a free trial bottle offer.
An advertising note from W. L. Stey touts Kodol as a digestive aid that supplies natural gastric juices and relaxes nervous tension. It claims the product lets stomach muscles rest while digestion proceeds, transforming food into nourishment and easing disordered digestion.
Vague ad claims two kinds of people differ in color and health. It promotes D. Ring life pills to aid digestion and constipation relief. Available only at Z Webster's Cruz feist, pushing a health booster through dubious language.
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