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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1897
Page
1
An incoming executive James A. Mount takes the oath as governor of Indiana amid ceremonial rites. Senate proceedings highlight the transfer of power and plans for policy and leadership, with remarks on duties and anticipated legislative agenda.
Fragmented OCR traces debate on education law and state farm reform. References to the Vediuns Academy of Science and farm institutes discuss agricultural progress, road improvement, taxation, and governance. Mentions compulsory schooling, constitutional ideals, and state charity oversight.
The message critiques state finances and debt while proposing reforms in taxation and public spending. It defends maintenance of debt limits, urges pension and prison reforms, and calls for tightening budget controls. The governor references wartime sentiment and foreign policy themes to justify cautious fiscal policy.
The United States and Great Britain finalize a general arbitration treaty with a high court of arbitration and exclusive jurisdiction over pending or arising disputes. London has ratified essential points in advance. The pact sets a five year term, excludes Behring Sea and Venezuelan issues, and may act as a claims commission.
Stiner Walemiietz, recently moved from Willian Penn, outraged by jealousy, attacked his wife and her brother then dashed their infant against a wall. The wife and child are in a dying condition. A posse pursues him as a warrant awaits. he remains at large despite the manhunt.
Jan 12 saw James A. Mount sworn in as governor and Thomas Haggard as lieutenant governor of Indiana. The ceremony occurred on a platform in the capital building mazia corridor with a large public audience.
Illinois electors convened Monday at 2 PM casting all 24 votes for William McKinley and Garrett A. Hobart as president and vice president. The meeting confirms unanimous support from the state's electoral delegation.
Amanda James of Madison County Kentucky was tried Monday morning in circuit court for the killing of Tover. Her sanity was challenged but the court ruled her sane at the time of the act. The case centers on the fatal incident attributed to her condition.
Robert Laughlin was hanged in Brookville Kentucky on Saturday morning amid a large crowd. The trap sprung at 2 29 as Laughlin’s last words included sending regards to Jackson and Walling. His body was later buried in Augusta with relatives present and the condemned man’s mother viewed the scene.
Patience with government rises as Weyler’s delayed campaign in Cuba and the Philippines provokes distrust. Thousands of young Spaniards have died from disease and campaign hardships, while both conservative and liberal leaders are distrusted amid rumors of ministry changes.
Official report by Captain Myers on the steamer Dauntless completes its last voyage. The vessel picked up men left on No Name Key by Three Friends and transferred them to another ship. The trip is described as an errand of mercy, not a filibustering expedition, with clearance sought for Nenvitas Cuba cargo delivery.
Orders issued at the navy yard to convert gunboat No 42 built at Bath Maine into a practice vessel. Government work at the navy yard will cost about 10600 dollars.
Lonpos Jan 11 The Manchester Guardian reports prominent Americans in London pushing Washington to send a special embassy to celebrate the Betti anniversary of the queen. Also brief notes on Herman Stimm's family tragedy in Janesville and the Belzique crew's safe arrival after near disaster near Ushana Island.
In Osmania Nebraska January 12 Frederic R. Coudert and E Ellery Anderson, receivers for the Union Pacific, hail the house defeat of the funding bill. They predict foreclosure of mortgages, a reorganizaton bid at upset price, and a quicker settlement of the Pacific road’s debts benefiting the government and ending railroad involvement. They urge government action to foreclose and secure bids that protect government lien interests.
In Seoumingfield Illinois Jan 12 a gubernatorial inauguration began with splendor as John K Tanner and colleagues took office. Senator Mahoney tried to allow Altgeld a farewell address but was ruled out of order and the joint committee then adjourned.
Report describes a heated scene as Gov Angehi, holding a 6000 word speech, clashed with Republican leaders. The motion enraged the gallery. Tan ner reddened, pocketed his manuscript, and left the dais. Conservative politicians condemned the incident as unprecedented.
At the Henry county courthouse gate in Virginia on Monday Charles A Twitchell fatally shot Paul Davis as he waited to enter the courtroom in custody of two deputies. Davis faced trial for criminal assault on Twitchell's daughter, who is pregnant. Twitchell grabbed a pistol and fired, then was arrested.
Four teen electors from Inadinha met in Ind on January 1 and cast the state's vote for McNinney and Hobart. An absent elector caused a delay while the law was reviewed on whether they could proceed without him. The vacancy was filled. Ged and Henry AG. Thayer of Plymouth County was chosen to carry the returns to Washington.
The Arkansas legislature began its thirty first session in Little Rock on Monday. The senate chose W L Giv es of Morrill ton as president and John W Howell of Clarksville as secretary. The house elected Gen James Co Tappen of Helena as speaker and O G Ludwig of Conway as chief clerk.
Four democratic electors met in Tomerauassee on January 12 and cast votes for William Jennings Bryan for president and Arthur Sewall for vice president. Elector Jennings was designated messenger to transport the vote to Washington.
Washington notes show 49 senators present for a light day in the Senate with Peffer proposing a national monetary commission. House debates linger as bills pass and await committee action, including post office law changes and civil service inquiries amid holiday recess aftermath.
The article outlines tense House and Senate discussions on the Pacific railroad refunding bill with party split support and substitutes offered by Republicans and Democrats. It notes votes, amendments, and committee actions, along with related Alaska surveyor appointments and other pending measures. It mentions Hearst references and political exchanges, plus the days’ schedule and private pension bills.
In St Louis on January 12 George Moore a bellboy at the Lindell hotel found a silk bag on a second floor hall containing about $40,000 in bills and mining stocks. Mrs A T Hammond of Canon City California identified the bag as hers and was reunited with the valuables after the clerk confirmed the loss. The bellboy received a handsome reward. Ex Governor Davis of Maine is reported dead after a sudden morning collapse.
Indiana legislative proceedings report a Senate clash over the president pro tem post after a Republican caucus. Senator Shively is elected amid a heated dispute with Lieutenant Governor Nye and Senator La Follette. House committees are formed as Gov. message pending.
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