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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1892
Page
2
Ocon Exchange Bank operated by Harry Crooke and staff offers foreign exchange, drafts on European cities, certificates of deposits, and info on securities. It provides short term loans, long term real estate loans, pensioner privileges, and reasonable rates with commercial power.
The Elnora Enterprise declares unwavering support for temperance in all forms after editor changes. It rejects calls for outside help, praises a rival editor's grit, and predicts temperance becoming a major political issue. The piece ends with a hopeful blessing for national reform.
A confused report on ex-treasurer J. B. Smith notes perceived incompetence and missing funds. The piece argues Smith lacked control over office books, blaming weak bookkeeping rather than proven dishonesty, and claims the shortfall was later settled by Smith.
An entertainment program under the auspices of Thornburg G. A.L.R. will be held at a venue on Aesteas Road for MG2. Admission is 25 cents. The event is promised as highly entertaining.
The bonds to raise funds for the new school have been contracted to Court City with Anderson as underwriter. They carry a half year discount and one percent interest payable semi annually. The bonds will be issued and payable within about ten years from the date.
The text discusses avoiding war between the United States and China, urging restraint and diplomacy. It references Uncle Sam and a cautious approach to compel behavior, warning against escalation and calling for responsible leadership to prevent conflict.
The article recalls a past dispute with the Daviess County Democrat over Mr Smith's clerical ability in the treasurer's office. It asserts previous accusations of incompetence and notes an apparent shortage now vindicating those claims while hoping for explanations to avoid blame for him or his deputy.
A fragmented remark links to the idea that small cures can be effective, noting Simmons Liver Regulator in passing without clear context or outcomes.
Community updates show illness, recovery, and daily life as residents mention convalescents and flu. Travelers like Lewis Eston return home, and evangelist Temple conducts meetings prompting local interest amidst sickness and work activity. Officers are installed for the new camp year with Ley as Commander and Thames as Vice Commander.
Many who recover from grippe suffer lingering coughs. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is urged to loosen coughs and relieve the lungs, offering a permanent cure quickly. Bottles cost 25 and 50 cents, available through W. L. Loy and Buckeye Pharmacy.
The Odon Journal defends Wadsworth juggling duties as County Superintendent and Republican chairman while the Daviess County Democrat attacks this dual role. It cites boards in Greene Martin and Daviess counties showing officials mix schooling with politics. The piece argues such blending is common and proposes a fair, square approach or risk a broader political clash.
A coal meeting at the Opera House Tuesday night formed a permanent organization. The finance committee reported 290 dollars raised. the driving committee was discharged after a final report. ZV Garten was elected President with W L Stay as Vice President and T J Hubbard as Secretary. Garten, Garten, Smiley, Abraham, and Harry Martin became directors and to select drilling sites and hire drillers. The board delegates general supervision of work. Meeting adjourned on secretary's call. TO TRADE I offer two residences in Odon Indiana for stock of merchandise or real estate. One is a frame two story and the other brick. Write if interested. JOHN HAIG
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