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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1890
Page
2
A notice indicates a charge of 1.00 for 5G entry at the Oden Indiana post office. It classifies the item as second class matter and outlines mailing status.
W. E. Keer announces candidacy for Mundison township assessor subject to Republican nomination. Z M Garrex is also named as candidate for Madison township assessor pending the Republican nominating convention decision.
The Dlinois Steel Company at Joliet has started up with wages 20 percent higher than last year. Free traders will stick a pin here.
A group described as colored laborers traveled through the city today en route to Bedford to work on the Evansville and Richmond railroad project.
The Inter Ocean argues for self sufficiency in iron and textiles and calls for learning forgotten crafts to build ships and educate a self reliant nation.
Massachusetts spent over 14000 to supply and distribute official ballots at the late election. The article notes the cost was significant and highlights the political reaction to the ballots and the voting process.
Seymour Republicar notes C. L. Pierson of Odon Wea as candidate for recorder in Daviess county. Formerly of Uinton he is described as well known with many friends, and his supporter base watches the nominating convention with interest. Sullivan Democrat adds praise and remark on party roles.
Enthusiastic gathering on Lincoln's birthday February 12 shows Lincoln League of Indiana vitality. President Wm L Taylor notes rapid growth from organization in 1886 to 1888 with 1 100 clubs and strong party alignment across the state.
The passage condemns a quart shop or saloon as a disgraceful institution in a civilized community. It argues drinking leads to drunkenness, grief, and shame, portraying the saloon keeper as a destroyer of life and decency and stating conscience cannot exist in a saloon keeper.
A Washington correspondent notes Gov Alvin P Hovey of Indiana leads the push for immediate pension action. He argues the Republican platform pledged soldiers support, and Congress should pass a liberal measure. Deaf ex soldier Wallace Foster testifies to a Senate committee for higher pensions, citing 230 total deafness pensions and 770 nearly total deafness cases in 1887 with costs of 295000 and 156000 respectively. Supporters urge liberal pensions for all meritorious disabilities.
The Indianapolis Journal warns of two swindler schemes in central Illinois. One buys corn at 25 to 30 cents a bushel then signs a delivery contract that becomes a bank promissory note. The other uses a double fountain pen with fading ink to forge signatures after the farmer signs.
The Pike County Leader explains Daniel McGinty as the mythical hero of a popular song that began in New York last September and spread quickly. The tale portrays McGinty as a victim of circumstance who fell from a man’s back during a bet and ended up in trouble, a humorous proverb about misadventure.
An article discusses the stiletto as a lethal dagger with a diamond cross section at the guard and two extra edges, noting Italy's experimental use in close combat. It also describes the molletta or spring dagger, its quick deployment, and price ranges from 3 to 8 dollars, with imports influencing availability.
E B Legg of Vail Indiana reports ten years selling Cham berlain Cough Remedy with full warranty and no bottles returned. In 90 days he sold twelve dozen and every customer was satisfied. The remedy loosens coughs and cures severe colds quicker than other treatments. Fifty four cent and one dollar bottles available by W L Stoy. Pierson's offers below cost replacements to prevent cold and danger.
A large and varied stock of fresh dry goods has just arrived at W. L. Fry's store. The newly received goods expand the selection for shoppers seeking fabrics, apparel, and household items.
Prices reduced on the best Automatic Sewing Machine. Send for our Illustrated Circular with stitching samples. Circular shows every part and is worth requesting even if you already own a machine. Kruse & Murphy Mfg. Co. 455 457 West 26th St New York City. Men and boys clothing at bottom prices from C S Wood & Co.
An old advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions and promises a refund if not satisfied. It notes a 25 cent price per box and lists W L toy as the seller.
A local ad offers picture frames in all sizes and moulding styles. It highlights gilt mouldings, ready framed pictures, and low prices to attract buyers. Cromwell and ToEtye invite customers to bring photos to view the stock. Satisfaction guaranteed.
For sale two and three fourths miles northeast of Odon Indiana. 120 acres good stock and grain farm with running water. 80 acres in grain and clover 20 in growing crop remainder in timber all enclosed. Two veins of bituminous and cannel coal. Two good bearing orchards. One half mile to church and school on the farm. Two story dwelling with outbuildings and cellar.
The Farmers Gallery offers two for 25 cents four for 10 cents on pictures with card size photos one dollar per dozen cabinet size two dollars per dozen and 8x10 portrait groups. Located in a Walnut Street tent between Sycamore and Spring, Odon photographer W H Keren promotes value and satisfaction. Also 700 pounds of sea island carpet warp arrives at W L Fry's.
Wheat is sought at the highest market price by Opex Mills Co. The notice asks citizens to buy Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Dr King’s New Life Pills Bucklen’s Arnica Salve and Electric Bitters. The firm guarantees satisfaction and offers refunds if not effective. W L Steygeist signs the notice.
The town of Odon in Daviess County Indiana to present a petition to the county commissioners on March 3 1890 seeking annexation of described contiguous territory. The lands include multiple tracts totaling approximately 60 acres and list numerous landowners and the Evansville and Richmond Railroad Company as affected interests. Trustees Lamery Dusxar W R Norrismer and J H Repwan sign the notice dated January 25 1890.
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