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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1912
Page
4
Names and origins appear as residents and visitors visiting Odon Drug Co. and Rexall Store in Odon, Terre Haute, Washington, Elliston, and Elnora. Individuals include Ron Boyd Frank Cox Albert Boyd Chas Carress Vernon Skemp D W Hayes John Selby Levi Matthews Gladys Webster R D Winklepleck Sheriff Harman and Prudence Hahnah. Big face powder line advertised at the Odon store.
A long list of visiting relatives and friends from Indianapolis Jasonville Linton Decatur Georgia Hazelton N D Terre Haute Washington and elsewhere entertained or were entertained in Scotland. Local trips include Fourth of July activities at Trinity Springs Worthington Linton and Lyons with several families mentioned among attendees.
Theodore T. Jones announces as a candidate for county treasurer subject to the Republican county nominating convention. William McCammett of Washington township announces as a candidate for sheriff of Iaiiess county subject to the Republican nomination convention. The rest is a satirical and sharp critique on conventions and public foolishness with a mix of jokes about toads and rocking boats.
A rural subscriber sent a humorous claim about limburger cheese repelling ants and other creatures. The exaggerated tale asserts the cheese can drive away dogs, buzzards, buffalo, men, and even family members, ending with a joke about those who like the cheese.
The Journal announces it will stop using ready prints and publish only home print items due to space constraints. It seeks more correspondents and invites readers to contribute any suitable stories to help fill upcoming issues.
During a violent storm on Monday lightning struck the MME church of Odon and set it on fire. The quick response of the local fire department prevented further loss as they battled the blaze and contained the flames.
A stretch of water earns a well known name after numerous ships were lost near the Gate of Teata. Local officials note the name honors maritime history and caution sailors of treacherous currents.
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