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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1896
Page
2
In a fragmentary notice three candidates contest county offices. Fyua Marrixaiy seeks the Representative post in the Indiana Legislature under Republican support in Da Vitss county. WLTL Matsax and Sasix Doernani are named as Treasurer contenders with party backing, while Allen and Mastoules vie for Representative with county nominating committees to decide.
The piece notes heated public dispute over campaign influence and looming election results. It mentions proposals in a township to curb influence, a pledge to inform voters about candidates, and expectations for an adjournment before June. It cites Alaska interests and a predicted rapid end to the legislative session, implying a historically short term.
A scattered Indiana update notes street lighting and building fight ing gear progress after a franchise draw, an auction bid from New York at 85 dollars, and a New York man with two hearts puzzling doctors. Indiana Republicans in Madison Township elect J M Hayes as chair and R D Stotts as secretary, with district and precinct leaders named for the Bedford convention.
Mirvrox Allen a township leader and veteran is nominated for Treasurer in Daviess County. He has a long record as a party worker and is known for steadfast support of his party. If nominated he is expected to be elected.
A pained reply from the Einora Tribune addresses insults from an opposing figure. The paper asserts continued goodwill toward the town and its citizens despite ongoing clashes and hostile rhetoric.
A collage of items including Debs lecture news, a Good Citizens League, medical and legal notices, and several poems and essays. It notes a shooting victim at Stoner schoolhouse, a deathbed deathbed candidate, and local opinion pieces. Also mentions promotions for Chamberlain cough remedy and De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve with testimonials.
The commission includes David J. Brewer U S Supreme Court justice Richard H Alvey chief justice of the District of Columbia court Andrew J White Frederick B R Coudert Daniel Cy Gilman president of John Hopkins University The commission aims to serve effectively for all parties and to push the effort forward today.
A state judge ruled that wives are primarily responsible for supporting their husbands when they cannot provide for themselves, a decision that surprised lawyers. The ruling cites older laws from Alabama and California as precedent, and in a Chin case involving a $22 tailor bill, the wife with real estate valued at $1,600 would bear payment.
A few years ago the Vanderbilts hosted a yachting cruise in the Mediterranean. Piermont Morgan, known as Landshark of Wall Street, was a guest. Domestic strife followed Mereau’s attentions to Mrs. Vanderbilt. Willie booted the party ashore to Paris. Mrs. Vanderbilt returned to the U.S. divorced, rich, and set to wed Morgan.
No sickness to report. W T Dearuin went to Qod on Friday. Wm Anthony came up from Washington Monday. Ed Wright attended a social near Elnora Saturday night. Rev Leszek filled the pulpit at the Christian Church Sunday. Miss Gerthe Danner of Elners visited Mrs Henry Burch last week. Alex Denom and Miss Gusta Cox attended church here last Sunday. Ianah and Audie Corlett have returned from est to Green county. Rev N F Decay has begun his protracted meeting at the ME church. Misses May Rankin and Clara Million were visitors at the Ins tule Saturday. Dr and Mrs O H McKittrick gave the Pissyville Teachers an excellent supper on last Friday night.
Clip from the Washington Gazette hints at frequent sensational developments in society life. It discusses the perception that the Hitte city has more than the expected share of notable events and suggests a probable cause and outcomes are under review.
An 19th century style advertisement promotes Chamberlin's Pain Balm for chest pain relief with flannel bindings, claiming quick comfort for colds and possible pneumonia risk. It notes W. T. Dearmin Drugstore and mentions Foley's Honey and Tar cough syrup at 50 cents. It also touts One Minute Cough Cure as providing instant relief for severe coughs and bronchial issues.
Dr UC Bishop of Agnew Michigan reports using Foley’s Hovey pills in three severe pneumonia cases with good results. Gantz and Webster note a man who shot himself to escape agony of indigestion and claim life did not improve until taking De Witt’s Life Eating Risers.
An old advertisement-style snippet notes Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy used by speakers and patients. It touts that coughing irritates delicate organs and claims One Minute Cough Cure provides instant relief by making expectoration easier and reducing soreness.
A fragment praising the Rocky mountains as a rich region of gold silver and stones. Mentions the beauty of the scenery and the allure of wealth in the mountains. Origin appears from an illustrated publication dating back to 1890 with unclear title.
A heavily illustrated account by a Christian woman of deepel temperance mission and rescue work in New York City. The book highlights four mothers as chief authors, with anecdotes drawn from city missions and clergy, aiming to inspire readers with touching incidents and stories from real life.
The text announces grand Mardi Gras celebrations in Mobile and New Orleans around Ash Wednesday and Lent. It notes festive parades, music, and general merriment carried by residents, with a Mobile and Ohio Railroad fare deal offering round trips from St Louis and other points. Ticket inquiries invited through the local agent WB Rowland.
Prof James Kemp of Columbia College argues the 60 percent rise in natural gas flow after the recent quake stems from rock shifting rather than seismic triggers. He says gas drawn from limestone expands with brine replacement, easing supply and not indicating future earthquakes. A seven pound mushroom was found near St Thongs Ontario by Michigan Central workers amid mushrooming sightings along the railroad line.
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