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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1904
Page
4
A mountain district congressman spoke on tariff with a squeaky voice. The chamber waited as he teetered between saying pants or trettiers. He recovered and continued, but the audience remained held in laughter at the risqué moment.
Nedawick Arkansas July 11 The case of W S Taylors little son is hailed as a medical marvel by specialists. His father reports swelling from dropsy as a child improved after Jordan’s Kidney Pills were used. He credits the medicine with curing the boy after many doctors doubted recovery.
The artist speaks of a desolate rural state, recalling a quiet farm scene near a bed and the contrast with New York. He recalls a brief exchange about urban life and the ease of finding a home in the countryside versus the city.
Long Island reports abundant varieties and large crowds as the season begins. Shooting along Great South Bay from Babylon to Moriches remains active with many birds and early observers noting plentiful waders and waterfowl.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Portage and a Miss Rae with a title related to a local newspaper Hewands Herald. It hints at a historical notice or notice of a meeting with undefined names and dates. The legible content is sparse and unclear but suggests archival clipping context.
Fragmented OCR text presents names and phrases. No coherent event or facts emerge to summarize as a complete record.
An 1900 Chicago Journal advertises Great Nerss Restorer with a free 82 trial bottle and cures claimed for consumption cold and general illness. It includes Dr Rhine at Arch street and prompts readers to believe Pico's Cure and similar measures.
In Lawrenceburg Indiana on July 8 Detective Z W Drake and deputies led a large armed posse through Big Four railway labor camps near Weisburg. Over 100 laborers were arrested for carrying concealed weapons as authorities seek joint trial before Justice John Rogers at Weisburg. fines likely. The raid followed a spate of shooting and cutting incidents and local fears of vigilantism.
John Brown a 40 year old Black man in Richmond Indiana Thursday aimed a revolver at his forehead and heart but bullets failed to injure or exit due to a rusty weapon. He fired additional times at the head and temple but the gun misfired each time and the bullets did not leave the barrel.
William Morris died after a stab wound from a quarrel with Lawrence Canver. Morris recovered enough to leave hospital on July 4 but collapsed at a friend's home that evening and died later. physicians cited a hole in his heart as part of the case. The exact cause was determined the following Wednesday.
In Laporte, Mrs Minnie Berman of Chicago tried to seize her ten year old son from his grandmother during a public celebration. The child cried out, the grandmother pursued and overtook them after a scuffle in which the grandmother was struck and injured. The incident led to arrests and the case was placed in jail.
Christian Miller of Laporte seeks Amela Geiser of Chicago who was to wed him Sunday morning. Elaborate preparations, including a clergyman, a hack and liveried coachman, and guests, awaited the bride. She failed to arrive and Miller plans to involve Chicago police as trains arrive with no solution.
Laporte Indiana July 7 A rigid investigation began into the revert deaths of Mrs Henry Bock and Paul Schultz. It is alleged physicians were not called and that Edward Prepke a Teocheite was used with death following intense suffering as victims prayed for relief. The deaths occurred in the same neighborhood provoking bitter feeling and officials plan grand jury prosecution.
National Chairman Oliver W. Stewart of the Prohibition Party spoke in Indiana on Wednesday. He avoided broad prohibition talk but addressed the money question facing the Republican Party and forecast doom for the Democratic Party.
Jerry Duggins, found guilty of murdering Mrs. William Ramerev and her two children in Terre Haute on February 12, was executed in the Michigan City prison. He faced the scaffold with a cheerful demeanor, the drop occurred at 12 08, and he was pronounced dead after 116 minutes. His final words were a grim quip about a necktie party.
Rev George W Brownback announced Miss Blanche De Con of Newark New Jersey as the ideal wife after a yearlong search. The matrimony notice lists her pies and cakes as key qualities and praises her bread making, cake building, and obedience with a playful official certificate of character.
Washington reports new rural free delivery service to begin in Indiana with two routes. Craigs in Owen county will cover 6 miles serving 484 residents, while Sarville in Pulaski county will run 24 miles serving 469 people.
Charles Abrams of Madison pleaded guilty to tearing a board bill at the home of Louis Dubowich in Anderson. He was fined $14.90 but could not pay and was sent to jail to work out the fine on the stone pile.
A Lancaster vicar prompts a controversy on whether youths may court in church. A North London vicar cites marriages in heaven while others urge guiding courting through Christianity. Members of the Free and Open Church association defend seating freedom and church openness.
Indianapolis reports that Orlando M. Packarst formerly vice president of Capital National Bank of Indianapolis has become associated with the Fifth National Bank of Cincinnati.
Jasper Indiana July 6 Eugene Hoff man of Owensboro Kentucky was arrested here for embezzlement while visiting for the Fourth. He is described as a former local politician and posted bond before returning to Owensboro.
Rev J Cummings Smith DD pastor of Tabernacle Presbyterian church died Thursday afternoon July 7 after an appendicitis operation. He came to Indianapolis in 1897.
Emmett F Morris a 54 year old Rockville farmer died by his own hand using carbolic acid at his residence. Despondency over an amputated leg, for which he had undergone operations, is given as the cause in the incident reported from Rockville Indiana in July.
Unusual rains caused a major flood in Veedersburg Indiana's factory district on July 8. Eight homes were surrounded with roofs barely visible yet there were no deaths. Property losses are estimated at $5,000.
Grant Jones of Martinsville Indiana cut his throat with a razor while visiting M. Z. Wilfcox near Geneva. At supper he rose abruptly and went to a adjoining room, Wilcox found him in a pool of blood with a deep throat wound. He may die.
In Greencastle Indiana July D. L. Anderson manager for Cole Bros. is in Lewisville. C. P. Abrams was here two weeks ago and made a contract for supplies and building materials for a teal factory and then disappeared leaving unpaid board bills.
Frankfort Indiana July 7 Samuel Travers a well known citizen has disappeared on a hunting trip begun July 4 and the town is divided on whether he fell victim to robbers or an accident. He did not return.
Rev. Elwood Ellis pastor of South Eighth Street Friends church in Richmond has disappeared from his home with his crew. He is a prominent member of the denomination in Indiana and his whereabouts are unknown.
Hobart Snorton, four, grabbed a pistol from a center table and fired, wounding his three year old sister in Evansville Indiana on Wednesday afternoon. He reportedly warned I am going to shoot you before the shot.
In Dana Indiana during a July storm Harry Draper aged 17 was riding atop one of four hay loads overturned by the wind. His neck caught on a wire fence and the weight of the hay broke his neck.
Bedford Indiana July 7 John Short aged 74 a well known citizen is dying from a stroke of paralysis received while eating supper He is the father of Dr R B Short of this city
The Indianapolis and Cincinnati Traction Co. extends its line from Indianapolis to Sherryville to Greensburg where it will join the Madison line from Madison to Indianapolis and Madison.
George B. Curtiss of Harwinton Connecticut, a farmer for forty years, paid six percent yearly interest on a $300 loan. He borrowed to avoid Civil War service and support two sisters and a stepmother. The loan was used to hire a substitute who went to war, though Curtiss was never drafted. He has paid about $120 in interest.
After the convention, Thomas Taggart will lead a party of companions to his hotel in French Lick Springs for a private junket following the heat of the session.
A historical assessment notes British possessions in West Africa cover 500000 square miles with 20 million people and potential to produce about 10000000 bales of cotton annually.
Fragmentary text mentions May and gold for New South Wales but provides no clear data or context. Unable to determine definite event, figures, or dates from the legible material.
A 1904 religious commentary explains the day of the Lord as a future moment of divine judgment and global upheaval. It contrasts man day with God’s timing, citing prophets, Noah’s ark, and the ark of safety in Christ, urging repentance before the valley of decision closes.
A reader cites a Home Journal claim that turpentine eases wasp stings instantly and even swallowing a small amount can relieve throat stings. The item contrasts such advice with standard remedies, noting widespread belief in home quick fixes.
All white meats gain in flavor from a delicate onion admixture with the gravy. The onion is to be grated and put over the meat before it has just finished roasting and then blended by basting. This avoids burnt onion slices and the onion addition is not disfavored.
A New York Post tip says niter applied as six to eight drops in a teaspoon of water can remove ink stains from a writing desk. Rub quickly with a damp cloth and remove promptly to avoid a white spot on the wood.
Iceland plans a wireless telegraphic link to the Shetland islands to reconnect with the outside world. The Icelandic parliament approved a yearly subsidy of 9800 dollars for twenty years to finance the project, renewing hopes for faster communication.
Provides home remedies for nosebleeds including washing temples neck with vinegar and snuffing vinegar and water. Recommends prevention with raisins and whey each morning. Ends with a note on good health.
A Missouri woman describes years of stomach pain eased by using Postum instead of coffee. She notes a relapse when returning to coffee confirms the coffee sickness link, and claims family health improved with Postum as the hot drink. The ad promotes a ten day Postum trial and references The Road to Wellville.
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