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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1910
Page
2
A collage of quotes on politics economics science and society. It muses on tea in elections meat trusts charity in New York kneels to Halley’s comet and a meatless dinner while weighing trends from shoes to eggs and autos.
A blaze at the palace in Constantinople, once a showpiece of Turkish capital life, caused extensive property damage estimated at £16.8 million and threatened archives and other valuables after national parliament sessions.
A new three inch cube Durax pavement, tested in England and Germany, resists heavy automobiling. The stones are cut by machine, laid in small circular segments without grout, and are touted as inexpensive. The article urges U S experiments with Durax.
The passage argues that occupation choice reflects taste and aptitude not inherent value. It suggests no single calling is superior and emphasizes discovering where you belong, as the right path appears clear while the wrong path leads to obstacles.
The piece notes that a first bad season hits young farmers as crops fail and mortgage debt grows. It contrasts perseverance with quitting, urging persistence through discouraging periods common to any business and stressing effort, strategy, and resilience to overcome early failure.
Kansas City reports Doctor Bennett Clark Kyde and Doctor Hyde face multiple indictments in the Swope mystery. Hyde is charged with poisoning several Swope household members and visitors with typhoid germs and strychnine, while two counts accuse murder in deaths linked to Colonel Swope. Hyde, free on bond, remains calm as authorities plan arrests Monday.
Washington clashes over Peary proofs of polar discovery as the naval affairs sub committee refuses confidential reception. Geographical Society representatives press for congressional reward while the panel signals any reward bill will be pigeonholed without full proof to its satisfaction.
Frees handcuff king C A Conlin arrested on a California governor requisition after grand larceny charges tied to a spook parlor in Hot Springs. He broke from the county jail here but California officers ordered his release as witnesses disappeared and he was no longer wanted.
Thomas L. Larsen receiving teller at the Market branch of the First National Bank of Camden confessed to embezzling $60,000 and turned himself in at the detective headquarters in Philadelphia.
Mrs. Theodore Roosevelt and Miss Ethel Roosevelt depart Naples on the Schleswig bound for Alexandria Egypt. They plan to join Mr. Roosevelt at Khartoum en route.
In Dallas Texas a mob of thousands overran the area after abducting and lynching Allen Brooks a negro from the circuit court room where he was being tried for attacking a girl. Deputies militia and the governor move to convene a grand jury and indict leaders as Sheriff Ledbetter and three other prisoners are moved to Weatherford.
Chicago detectives Patrick J. Quinn and John W. Wren were shot during a gunfight in the Italian district after confronting three suspicious men. Over forty shots were exchanged. Wren was feared dead. Two suspects were arrested. Girolamo Morieri was partially identified and Gustavo Morici, a possible relative, was also arrested with a long stiletto found.
General Estrada, after a cabinet meeting, warned that without U.S. intervention a move to form a new republic in eastern Nicaragua will be pursued. Atlantic Coast Nicaraguans vow to spend their last cent and shed blood to resist General Vasquez’s advance from Managua.
Elmer C. Swope of Parkersburg West Virginia announced he will travel to Kansas City to present proof of his parentage to Col. Thomas H. Swope and pursue a share of the estate as the special grand jury investigates the magnate's death.
The senate passed a bill authorizing expenditure of 10 million dollars to purchase land north of Pennsylvania Avenue for public buildings. There was no opposition in the chamber.
Detroit jurors convict Dr. George A. Fritsch of manslaughter in the death of Maybelle Millman whose mutilated body was recovered from Ecorse Creek. The verdict comes after a trial in which the physician faced charges tied to the disturbing discovery and alleged medical negligence.
Washington report shows Secretary Mac Veagh's $34,075,620 deficit estimate for the 1910 ordinary government receipts likely rising as first eight months show a shortfall. Deficit to date stands at $24,604,750 versus $68,169,080 for the same period in 1909, while internal revenue receipts exceed 1909 by about $12,000,000.
Hearings before the senate commerce committee highlighted that 40 percent of Great Lakes traffic uses vessels drawing up to 14 feet. Captain W G Hamilton of Hines company testified and said their ships draw 10 to 14 feet. Colonel Bixby, chair of the Mississippi River Commission, urged a House bill provision awarding Missouri one million dollars.
In Indianapolis hog prices climbed to a record high as top hogs sold for 10.15 per hundred pounds. Dealers anticipate the 11 marker before prices retreat. Chicago opened at 10.05 per hundred pounds, a level rarely reached since 1870 when exhibition hogs sold for 13.23.
Panama reports the death of President Jose Domingo de Obaldia from heart disease after a short illness. He was elected July 12, 1908 and had previously served as chief executive in Manador's absence. He also served as minister to the United States.
In White Plains New York a report that Colonel John Jacob Astor and his wife Ava Willing Astor would reconcile and that her divorce would not take effect was denied by her attorney.
Salina Kansas Samuel Dexter Houston age 92 a delegate to the 1859 Kansas constitutional convention died at his home He was also a member of the first state senate and longtime resident of Salina.
Cincinnati reporters note hog prices drive meat costs with pork chops selling at 22 cents per pound and pork at 20 cents in local markets.
Strong chinook winds melt snow and flood streams across the northwest. Several river banks overflow and authorities warn of increasing danger as weather intensifies and rescue teams respond to emerging incidents.
The week lists avalanches in Idaho killing 36 and causing 14 serious injuries. Washington floods drown 2 and wreck two trains with 116 dead in one avalanche. A Great Northern rail accident in Washington leaves one dead. overall about 30 more believed to perish in slides and floods across Idaho and Washington.
A wave of disasters hits the Pacific Northwest with floods, avalanches, mine and train wrecks. Reports note 275 deaths, 22 injuries, many missing, and widespread property loss as Chinook winds melt snow and threaten more catastrophes. Rescue parties operate from Revelstoke amid ongoing searches and investigations.
Two Chippewa Indian chiefs from Orr Minnesota along with two others and an interpreter died from illuminating gas in their lodging during a Washington visit to appeal to Congress for more Bois Forte land. In London Fairbanks and party met King Edward at Buckingham Palace after court attendance with Ambassador Reid.
Mrs. Roosevelt and Miss Ethel Roosevelt depart on the Schleswig bound for Alexandria Egypt to meet Mr Roosevelt in Khartum as their Nile journey begins with plans to visit Naples en route.
An old advertisement touts a cure for rheumatism and lame back using one ounce syrup of sarsaparilla compound, one ounce Toris Compound, and half a pint of whiskey. A tablespoonful before each meal is claimed to work, with druggists able to stock the ingredients.
A narrator recalls a tense dinner where a wealthy man hints at class and old money. The daughter laments a relative’s lowly past as a waiter and a shoe shiner while masked by appearances. The exchange reveals social pretensions and strained family loyalties.
A playful quip contrasts English customs with baseball. The line suggests Americans push hard while England keeps tea breaks between innings, highlighting cultural differences in sports etiquette.
Advert believes Pr Detehon’s Relief for Rheumatism cures severe cases in hours. Claims rapid relief after first dose with benefits noted by druggists.
Exchang notes 32,000 to be given away to the ladies who use Defiance Starch. A large advertisement will appear later. The family is described as extremely well connected with an exclusive private phon e line.
An aphorism notes that many men die believing they held greater significance than they did, suggesting humility in life and the fading of posthumous fame. The author challenges ego and emphasizes common humanity over personal stature.
Ad blast claims PAZO OINTMENT guarantees cure for itching burning bleeding or protruding piles within six to fourteen days or money back. Also mentions Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets and Lewis’ Mingle Diader singers in a jumbled set of product notes and names.
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