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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1910
Page
3
The article traces early milking machine development from 19th century suction and compression devices to the modern Swedish machine praised for low cost and ease of installment. It notes initial experiments, progress in America and Scotland, and the move toward a compact, four-teat system using small horsepower to milk cows efficiently.
A Montana farmer patents an alarm clock attachment that ignites matches and pushes them under the grate to light a fire, aimed at saving a person from cold mornings.
Wagner at Lagrange Mo established a bee farm on the root of his house and last year produced over 300 pounds of honey.
An irrigation feature stands 100 feet high with a 3714 foot diameter holding 3400 tons of water. It equates to thirty inches of rainfall and, with 13% inches average rain, fills the reservoir. A nine inch rainfall could yield 30 bushels of wheat or 157 bushels of oats. turning poultry yard soil annually prevents gape worm and other surface diseases.
Bank examiner says Citizens National Bank may fix losses by capital surplus and profits of 267000, allowing depositors to be paid dollar for dollar. Directors pledge to cover as much as 100 percent if stockholders cannot meet assessments, with payments delayed until Treasury approval. Other banks take over large accounts. confidence remains. Captain S P Gillett denies borrowing 250000 and offers properties to indemnify the bank.
About 500 foreign workers at Standard Steel Car Works in Hammond walk out amid posters from McKees Rocks accusing Samuel Gompers of aiding capital. They demand higher wages and better conditions, while local union leaders question the foreigners' understanding of their demands.
Logansport high school issues notices ordering students to drop all fraternity and sorority memberships or remain out of school. The action affects Phi Sleeps Chi KRappa Alpha Phi Theta Nappa Alpha and Delta Theta Tau, with no student resistance expected and alumni likely to retain any remaining fraternity ties.
Bedford sees James Snapp arrested for running a blind tiger with Freeman and Launis clerking. Evansville German societies push German study in schools led by Rev. J A Schneider. Danville grants Capital Circuit Traction 1913 franchise for a 146 mile line through seven counties and 14 towns. Fort Wayne suit claims 187 year old marriage annulment sought by James Baxter. Michigan City electric car ride turns dangerous as motorman fells ill. conductor had to inspect stopped car. Indianapolis starts a state’s first pension system at American National Bank for long service and ill health retirees. Wabash river ice gorge 15 feet high threatens nearby farms after heavy rain.
Judge W. C. McMahan of Lake County Circuit Court will convene a special grand jury. He plans to appoint two Anti Saloon League lawyers Otto Brice of Crown Point and W. M. Matthews of Virginia to pursue cases against owners of fifty blind pigs as he presses authorities to crack down on illicit saloons in Hammond.
Richmond area gains a dedicated county asylum with a 10000 appropriation to improve care for residents unable to access the state hospital. Plans by Dr. B. E. Smith outline a location likely near Richmond and a new facility to serve the indigent insane.
James Snapp a north end druggist was tried in Mayor Fields court for illegal liquor sale and fined 200 dollars. Additional affidavits allege further illegal selling and he faces separate trials. If convicted again and sustained in Circuit Court his pharmacist license may be permanently revoked.
A jury awarded Benjamin Simpson twenty five thousand dollars in his suit against the Big Four Railroad Company for destruction of his property. The case changed venue to Clay county from Clay and had been on trial six weeks amid bitter contention.
Judge Tuthill of the superior court ruled in favor of the Anti Saloon League upholding a Gary election result. The decision leaves Gary four months longer dry despite saloon keepers contesting the outcome from an election held two years ago.
Mrs. Elizabeth Sharp who celebrated her one hundred and first birthday died suddenly at the Soldiers home. Born January 10, 1809 in Lincoln county Ohio she had said she would live many more years.
S H Stuck, 75, a grave digger at Union Mills cemetery, was struck and killed by a Pera Marquette train. Born in Germany, he leaves a widow and one son. The fatality was not discovered until some time after the accident.
The Sunday Magazine explains the hat bow on the left side originated from early headpieces tied with a band. A right side bow could interfere with wielding a sword, so the left became standard. The habit prevents wearing hats backward on most heads, a practical carryover from historical weapon use.
A person reports sudden deafness in the right ear following an incident involving a watermelon seed. A companion asks what is the matter and suggests it might be a watermel on seed.
A Sunday School lesson from 1910 analyzes Matthew 5 17 25 38 48, expounding Jesus stance on the law and prophets denouncing their abrogation. It explains interrelations between commandments and practical conduct with examples from retaliation and loving neighbors, urging full moral perfection through Christ.
An old ad promotes a rheumatism cure using one ounce syrup of Sarsaparilla compound and one ounce Toris compound mixed with half a pint of whiskey. A tablespoonful before meals and at bedtime is advised, with shaking before use. Drugstores can supply ingredients or obtain them from wholesalers. Reported good results start after a few doses and continued use aims to restore strength and vitality.
A girl and her mother pause to admire a tall brightly lit church at a street corner. Julia declares it is God's house and asks her mother about its purpose as they observe the evening services and the occupant’s prayers.
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Testimonial letters claim Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound eases bearing down, headaches, and nervous prostration. Complainants describe relief from uterine and pelvic symptoms after regular use and urge others to try the remedy despite doctors failing earlier.
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