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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1913
Page
6
R. J. McCallian presents the Madison Township advisory board with receipts and disbursements for 1912. It lists banks and numerous individuals contributing and paying vouchers, with a final balance of 244.77 and cash in depository 244.78, noting service days and board signatures.
A condensed sermon-style list outlines church strength through loyalty to gospel truth, Christlike living, persistent prayer, active service, fidelity, unity, generous giving, and uplifting spiritual music. It urges living the faith and using talents to grow the church.
The Indianpolis News notes a proposed general revision of election laws to align presidential and congressional terms with the election cycle. It suggests holding elections in September, convening an outgoing Congress in October, inaugurating presidents in early November, and allowing Congress to sit continuously if needed. States would adjust their dates accordingly.
A brief item notes a farm sale amid a personal crisis. Despondency is described as a reaction to the news and circumstances surrounding the seller.
County auditor Lew Core states the average road improvement cost per mile is 2960 dollars. Since 1902 295.62 miles have been improved. Bonds totaling 857,580 dollars cover road costs and outstanding road debt stands at 437,734.16 dollars. The annual report will itemize costs by township and show outstanding indebtedness.
Next Sunday the Anti Saloon League plans field day activities in Daviess County. Nine representatives will hold meetings across as many Protestant churches to protest saloon practices.
Rev. Allen C. Trusty leads Christian Endeavor Thursday at 7 09 p.m. Choir practice Friday at 7 00 p.m. Bible school at 9 30 a.m. with about 150 present. Sunday services invite all with morning sermon Forgiveness third characteristic of Christ and evening sermon Eight reasons why I believe the bible to be the word of God.
A marriage license was issued Saturday in Vincennes to Thomas J. Anderton of Elnora and Miss Mamie Lee of Knox County. Bloomington experienced a mad dog scare Friday when a large white and black dog ran amuck in the area.
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