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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1893
Page
1
Dana of the weather bureau forecasts one of the warmest summers on record. The item notes intense heat expectations and urges readers to plan accordingly for higher temperatures ahead.
An OCR fragment describes a large advertisement on a mountain or hillside that could be read from a distance of about four miles. The text mentions a Scottihoa mountain and references news, possibly indicating a banner or poster for a prominent message.
The forests of the south draw attention for their timber resources and supply potential. Stated interest centers on exploiting verdant woodlands to meet rising demand.
The readable parts show garbled phrases about a person named Kiwi and a cited appearance. No coherent event or identifiable entities beyond scattered terms.
A garbled OCR fragment discusses tires and paving. It mentions a foreign power and receiving tests, plus references to ILA 2 fs and Stata. The text is incomplete and lacks clear events or persons.
Fragmentary text appears to describe a naval commander and a United States statement. The readable lines reference Caravel Santa Marisa, Victes Matexcaey Paton, and a debate about what is better. The chunk lacks coherent events or outcomes to summarize.
Fragmented text mentioning Plosends TN Wis and AFL tratvestan with scattered phrases about heroes of the Pesas and Futien. Some names and dates appear garbled, leaving unclear events or context. appears to reference death estimates and charitable actions but lacks coherent narrative.
A reported plan details a dedication statue of the late Senator John Fo Nern. The project, supervised by a West Virginia legislative committee, awaits completion and paving in the Mallomal gallery amid ongoing scrutiny.
Data from the armistice era notes European powers including France Italy Austria and Montenegro face severe economic strain. The report highlights rising costs and hard times for citizens as governments grapple with mounting expenses and shortages.
The report describes Bastox continues the battle against gapes queth. Sticky residue covers shade trees on city streets and surrounding area to trap feet of the creatures. A quarantine is established with carriages and wagons inspected to prevent moths entering town on roofs.
An observer stationed near Nir t elaidstone’s residence has acquired a detective camera and aims it at the private life of his neighbor. He claims it is a long awaited glimpse of Mr and Mrs Gladstone at tea together. He asserts they are devoted as a couple and notes Mrs Gladstone attends to every need of her famed husband.
The tables show immigration totals from iste to tso2 with 22571 05 percent. The century up to that time brought about 1 5 000 000 immigrants with Germany 4 749 000 Ireland 3 204 000 Finland 504 000 Norway and Sweden 8 54 000 Austria-Hungary 46 68 000 Italy 925 749 Russia and Poland 7 000 Scotland 896 219 China. German immigrants have historically outnumbered all others.
An American girl in Dresden slipped past sentries guarding an automatons box. She startled a German guard by shouting Boo causing him to drop his musket and flee. The scene disrupted a portion of the German army as she rejoined her friends. The emperor wished to meet her, but she declined amnesty.
June 10, Wasuxetos. Ford's old opera house on Tenth Street, once housing Lincoln’s assassination site, collapsed after excavation. About 340 government clerks were inside as first and upper floors fell, causing many deaths and injuries. Rescue teams rushed to the scene as debris damaged walls and windows.
A catastrophic collapse at Ford's Opera House caused many injuries and several deaths. Clerks, including Gbmien and Geoze M. Arnold, were among those affected as emergency crews and military units rushed to the scene. Basil Lockwood aided dozens by climbing a pole and guiding evacuees to safety amid rubble and dust.
A generative alarm sparked a citywide rescue as police and fire crews formed a brigade to pull out the killed and wounded from the wrecked theater. Within an hour three dead were removed, with ambulances, cabs, and carriages aiding. The incident coincides with Edwin Booth's funeral.
Washington reports list of killed and injured after Ford Opera House collapse. Names span multiple states and districts. Coroner to hold inquiry. fire and utility works probe under way as city mourns and fundraising proceeds.
A severe Buffalo storm sank a rowboat during a fishing trip from Georgia street. Charles Seymour Burt Christman and Wm Beardiv attempted a rescue. all three drowned. A woman and child later found dead in Seajuquada creek and taken to the morgue. Several houses and shanties were damaged as telegraph wires and trees fell.
Castraxooca Tenn June 12 Judge Ellis presiding in the trial of ten young men charged with attempted emasculation of James Eldridge collapsed from the bench and was carried home prostrated. He is very ill with heart trouble and may decide the case in bed.
Lieutenant William R. Ray of the United States coast survey service aboard the steamer McArthur died by his own hand at the Neave Island naval hospital in New York. The incident occurred on June 12 and prompted an official review of his personal crisis and service record.
John L. Osmond, the first man to face execution by electric chair since its introduction, is scheduled for Monday in New York after a double murder. Indications suggest he will endure the sentence without flinching as he bore up on Sunday.
New York reports Mrs Martha Raymond an aged colored resident near Woodbury North Dakota living to 115. Illness brought to light her age as the oldest known in memory. she recalls being seen by children in her youth.
New York June 18 The Times surveyed Congress on repeal of the Sherman law. Of 123 replies 5 backed repeal 25 opposed and 93 undecided. Democrats 55 and Republicans 35 favored repeal. 11 democrats and 7 republicans opposed. 3 democrats and 3 republicans undecided. Publican Populist and socialist factions show mixed views with many undecided. Currency plans range from free coinage to national banking or state issues.
The Treasury notes a shift toward optimism with gold exports easing and the favorable balance of trade improving. Gold reserves reach 90.7 million dollars, banks exchange gold certificates for smaller notes, and May exports show gains in merchandise including mineral oil and cotton.
A large Monday crowd at Jackson Park flocked to the Midway to view the Javanese village. Gates stood ajar as thousands entered to see Java customs and booths selling merchandise while native dancing and music entertained visitors.
Baroness Shelene Reeden widow of a millionaire and mother of Haron Reden imperial privy councilor of this city, was arrested as a vagabond. She claimed penniless homelessness and that neither her son nor daughter should support her. Authorities sent her to the poorhouse after confirming her claim. She is TS years old.
United States ambassador Thomas F. Bayard met with the British foreign secretary at the foreign office on Monday and was presented to the Earl of Rosebery. He will deliver his letter of credence to the queen when she returns to Windsor.
Americans named MacLean arrive at various hotels for a week of colligcation led by Sir Fitzroy Donazhi MacLean. In Washington on June 15 the Gulf quarantine reports a yellow fever case from a trading vessel in Central America. The patient is isolated with no expected spread.
In Rony Indiana on June 13 the Goddard Kennedy boxing bout ended with Goddard scoring an easy win and knocking out his opponent in the second round.
Vienna reports life insurance companies linked to Archduke John Orth have begun paying premiums, ending any remaining hope that the Austrian archduke could still be alive after his schooner disappearance.
Jeffersonville Ind June 13 Theodor Powesko a 3 convict escaped from the prison south Monday morning He was captured while swimming the river and returning to prison
Washington June 12. The United States government pays over 1000000 per year for rat traps used as offices in Washington. The Ford's Theatre collapse is blamed on frugal budget choices by a few economists controlling the appropriations committee. The piece recalls 1885 efforts to replace unsafe structures including the old medical museum building and notes ongoing concerns about fire and collapse risks in government offices.
Secretary Morton received a bank president’s humorous proposal to farm buffaloes in the Aleutian Islands using an existing herd funded by the Nebraska City National Bank. He notes the idea was joked via a mutual friend and declines using public funds for a buffalo operation, citing no clear national need.
At the World’s Fair rectors meeting in Chicaca on June 12 Auditor Ackerman submitted June 1 figures: total receipts from all sources 20 509 545 91 dollars. Expenditures Construction 14 202 035 83 dollars General expenses 1 940 045 09 dollars Total 19 142 081 95 dollars Balance 1 166 565 08 dollars. Gate receipts through May 351 on May first tickets good after opening 982 905 oL
Ot taswa reports Dominion officials pressed over quarantine inspections by Michigan doctors at Quebec. Dr Ennis at Sault Ste. Marie stirs friction with Canadian Pacific rail. New York cars go unblocked while Quebec cars are sidetracked. French firemen arrive for the international fire tournament, welcomed by delegates from Italy Belgium and Portugal with a procession to the agricultural hall.
At Ford’s Theatre inquest scene erupts as Charles Bains accuses Col F C Ainsworth of murder. Police quell the uproar while Deputy Coroner Shaefer adjourns to a police station and the crowd demands a public inquiry and Ainsworth’s suspension.
John L. Osmond was electrocuted at 11 49 Monday in New York City after being found guilty of murdering his wife Mary and his cousin John C Burchell. The killings occurred at Burchells apartment 609 Third Avenue following jealous disputes and prior divorce proceedings. In a separate report at Curinton Illinois George Nixon attempted to kill Miss Sue Webb nearly severing her jugular after an assault. she died from wounds despite rescue.
William H. Jones sues Noble Boyd for 1500 damages over a fight that knocked out teeth in Spencer County. Kokomo bonds set at 3000 for Gov. Chase and two bank officers. trial expected in October. Muncie seeks J. M. Kennedy over a bad check after a steer sale. Fatal fall at French Lick. coroner cites steep curve and rail flaws. Various other local incidents include a possible arsenic poisoning in Columbus and a four legged chick in Portland.
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