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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1900
Page
2
Jodon a pleasant city of about 1800 residents lies twenty miles northeast of Washington in Daviess county. It boasts electric lights regular houses three churches a six room brick school building local coal mines a Normal School and several manufacturing establishments amid a strong agricultural region.
A brief reader invitation urging readers to spread the paper if they enjoy it or to share feedback if they dislike it, reflecting a community engagement tone.
Township announces a payment notice requiring a fee of 2 dollars payable in advance. The wording indicates a standard service charge with payment expected upfront from residents or applicants. No dates or specific programs are provided.
Multiple announced hopefuls for Madison township trustee positions appear to run under the Republican nominating convention. Names include John Mumaw Alex Ydellay William Neeremer SNFL Winklepteck and William Sims with James H Callahan for Assessor and others listed as candidates contingent on party decision.
The question ponders how yellow journalists would have operated in Germany, imagining punitive reactions to exaggeration by editors. It suggests a hypothetic media culture where sensationalism is scrutinized under strict standards.
A fragmentary note suggests Sta it M. Montana may be among legislators implicated in the early stages of an investigation. The readable text hints at political involvement without detailing charges or outcomes.
Announcement endorses Robert D. Stotta for Madison township assessor. He lives near Farlen, described as honest reliable and well qualified. A staunch Republican, the notice says he would make a good official if nominated and elected.
The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations favors amending the Nicaragua Canal treaty to reserve U S authority to defend the canal in war. The measure meets with general approval and is unlikely to be objected to by England as its language mirrors a clause used for the Suez Canal construction.
Representative Hepburn of Iowa introduces a short bill to outlaw prize fights by barring any picture or description of pugilistic encounters or betting proposals from being mailed or carried in interstate commerce. The measure argues publicity funds prize fighting and that money drives its existence.
The Madison township vote issue grows as residents push a petition to decide whether to build durable gravel roads or keep the mud. Editors argue long term costs favor a permanent road, noting annual expenses of patching dirt streets versus a settled, year round improvement.
It costs money to run a business and many subscribers have let subscriptions lapse through neglect. While each loss is small, the total adds up to a substantial sum that could aid the publisher. If you owe, call and settle or remit due amounts. Increase in printing costs makes collecting subscriptions necessary. Contact Tas Jovernal.
Republicans of Madison township are called to mass convention on Saturday March 31 1900 at 2 p.m. at the R of P hall in Odon to nominate candidates for trustee three constables one BESERLOT five township council seats four road supervisors and other offices to be voted in November 1900. All Republicans urged to attend. Odon Ind February 28 1900. a MM. Stats 3. Gathner Precince Chairmen Re Hayes
Local observers report Thomas D. Slimp passing clerk duties to Thomas Harris with Deputy Will Walkers from Odon. County education spending reaches 100000000 since the Civil War. Indiana girls join Mormon church efforts in Utah. Steele township Republicans nominate a full slate. A Vermilion County assault ends in a white-cap whipping. British casualties tallied through five months of war. Gettysburg and Shiloh to Bull Run losses compared, highlighting Civil War impact. Southern Indiana Flyer cigar gains notice. Dessexen for April previews spring fashions and Easter millinery.
An advertising pitch extols American Lice Destroyer as the solution to lice and vermin in fowl coops. It claims rapid elimination within a day, year‑long protection per package, and money‑back guarantees if unsatisfied. The copy urges buyers to order a $1.00 box from American Mfg. Co. in Terre Haute Indiana.
Commissioners Hale Clerk Zak Jones announce the panel for the March term court with jurors from Washington Barr Stewart Madison Steele Yeale and others including James Eagle John Feagans Ketchem Chatten Anderson Hoopergarner Sullivan Disser Dosch Ragsdale and Cavanaugh among fifty named jurors.
John Clark, seventeen, died at his parents home on Bunkum last Saturday afternoon. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon and he was buried in Wesley Chapel Cemetery.
Mrs S H Lincoln tended the ailing widow of General Burnham of Machias Me as doctors warned she would not survive to morning. Kings New Discovery allegedly cured consumption after three doses, with bed rest soothing her throat chest and lungs. Sold for 50c and 1 at Kereh's drug store.
A. T. Morris of Cincinnati, QC seeks a energetic sober man to manage a new branch office in the area. Advertises illustrated catalogues and postage paid. Asks applicants to mention this paper when writing. The Journal promotes job work.
Product claims cure all ills with guaranteed refund if it fails. Advertising notes E. W. Grove’s signature on every box and states 2c price.
Classified loan notice from Harry H. Crocke offering money to loan on improved farm land at 5 to 8 percent. Call for arrangements.
The Southern Indiana Railway Co. announces tickets to Indianapolis through Seymour for $2.95. The fare covers travel via Seymour and directs passengers to use the specified route to reach Indianapolis.
An advertisement claims Dr Kings New Life Pills relieve headaches and nervous suffering. It asserts they purify blood, strengthen nerves, and restore health, promising money back if not cured. Sold by Kerch druggist.
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