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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1900
Page
4
Mrs. Nerrie Cass of 47 K St NE reports a boy fell ill with a swollen neck misdiagnosed as mumps. After three doctors failed to fully heal the sore, she tried Hood's Sarsaparilla. The medicine cleared the sore and restored health, with a complete cure after persistent use.
In Judge Lawlor's court a police witness named Riley testified about the murder case. The defense challenged his time sense by asking how long after the shooting the victim died, and the witness replied two minutes. The judge and prosecutors reacted with curiosity and delight at the witness's apparent accuracy, while the police officer was praised for his composure and timekeeping. The exchange occurred as part of the courtroom proceedings reported by the San Francisco News Ledger.
An advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as mercury free and taken internally by F T Cheney Co. It claims quick action on blood and mucous surfaces and urges buyers to ensure genuine product from Toledo Ohio makers with testimonials and a price per bottle.
A writer presents lines for a sketch by Gien McDenough. A rehearsal mixes up a comedic setup with a chorus girl, a performer named MerDenough, and staged mishaps in a lighthearted scene. The piece ends with a witty exchange about timing and speech.
The Overland Limited departs Chicago at 6:3 P.M arrives San Francisco the next afternoon and Los Angeles the following morning with dining cars smoking lounge and barber. The Pacific Express leaves Chicago at 10:30 P.M with through sleepers to California. Tickets sold via station agents and pamphlets available from Wil Keckern 22 Fig eh Chicago EL.
A damaged text fragment records a note about a person developing a habit of tapping and waking others. The excerpt references Philadelphia prose and hints at frustration with the sleep disruption.
Women relieved of painful menstruation write grateful letters to Mrs. Pinkham praising the Vegetable Compound. The notes emphasize relief and appreciation from users of the remedy.
Terre Haute Indiana March 21 annual convention of District No 11 United Mine Workers of America opened with about 50 delegates. W D Van Horn named state president expected re election. Topics include powder purchase and weekly pay, with a joint conference with operators set for March 22.
In Wohamo Indiana on March 21 ex Senator Harness, a well known attorney, was struck from behind as he left his office. He lay unconscious for hours and recognized his assailant who did not try to take the money in his pocket. Robbery was not the motive.
W. P Pishchnek master in chancery reports in Indianapolis that Metropolitan Trust Co of New York sues Lake Cities Railroad Co now under receivership. Lien claims with priority over the trust mortgage include several general liens and many labor claims.
John Shiner aged 72 died suddenly from palsy while returning home in his carriage after voting in the democratic entry primary. His friend Dr Washburn was a candidate and Shiner insisted on being hauled to the polls to vote.
A man about 44 years old, registered at the Springs hotel of TL OE Glassburn Trampico WE, was found lying on a bed cold with five gunshot wounds to the chest. Authorities conclude the wounds were self-inflicted after a brief interval.
G Detzer, assistant caster of the White National bank, has been appointed an expert accountant in the war department at Havana. He is a son of Rev Detzer, a founder of the Ship Lutheran synod, and a prominent Republican.
Inderton Indiana March 24 Employees at the tin plate trust factory resume work after an agreement to resume operation while pending arbitration of the dispute that caused the strike. March 25 George Guchert 22 dies from accidental gunshot wound while hunting. bullet enters under the chin. he leaves a willow.
James Rankin of Peru Indiana reports his brother John Rankin formerly of Peru was struck by something while in Weiser Idaho near the mountains. Details are sparse and the communication came via word to James. The incident location is given as Weiser and the message notes the strike occurred during supper and in the mountains.
Federal Judge Baker declares Indiana Barrett law unconstitutional for charging street improvement costs directly to abutting property without proven benefits. Case James Charles v Marion and Warren-Scharf Asphalt Paving Co follows US Supreme Court Ohio precedent. ruling may delay city street projects this year.
An explosion at the James Nickum sawmill six miles southwest of Muncie Indiana kills two men and injures several others. The boiler failed due to a broken water pump with the boiler on full steam, the engineer and proprietor were aware of the issue but were in separate shops, one man narrowly escaped burial as debris rained through the collapsed mill situated on a 500 acre Bell farm owned by the late Indiana School Journal editor.
In Indianapolis on March 25 Gov Mount issued a requisition to Kentucky for the return of a man wanted on two criminal charges. Officials debated who should receive the papers as governor. The board of Kentucky reportedly recognizes W S Tastor as governor, complicating the action.
Terre Haute Indiana March 4 The Terre Haute Trotting association announced three additional $10,000 purses for colts for 2 year old trotters and 2 year old pacers and for 5 year old trotters with nominations due this year. The races will be run during the fall meeting in Terre Haute in addition to regular association purses.
A Richmond Indiana report notes Nancy Reeder sues the estate of Henry Morris for fifteen thousand dollars claiming twenty years of housekeeper and other services. Wayne county jury hears the case with Judge Barnard presiding in the Henry circuit court.
Mrs Van Cox and Mrs Milofiauze sisters arrested after a high speed chase faced charges for assaulting Frank Reed. They pleaded guilty and were discharged after paying fines.
After a secret session lasting nearly fourteen hours, the joint conference in Terre Haute Indiana broke up near midnight with no decisions reached on wage and powder questions between the miners and the operators.
March 25. Peder Wolfe a prominent Warwick County farmer was thrown from a wagon in a runaway and killed instantly his neck broken. He was one of the wealthiest citizens of Warwick county.
March 23 report states Indiana post offices including Auburn Edinburg Farmet Fowler Eno Liberty North Vernon Oakland City and Williamsport will become international money order offices on April 29.
The article urges systematic spring cleaning to deter vermin and refresh sleeping rooms. It recommends brushing corners, applying disinfectant, and using powder. It discusses ventilation, light, carpet options, wall treatments, and furniture finishes, noting metal bedsteads and enamel finishes as popular choices.
Mrs Adelaide Hermann widow of Hermann the magician may become a Russian baroness named Baron Tran Svenurak Orskeviteh of the Russian court. The baron is a widower who pursued Mrs Hermann after meeting in Russia and San Francisco. She recently wore a magnificent diamond sapphire ring and hinted to a close friend that it signified an engagement.
The bishop Phillips Gronks exhibits love and kindness yet sees others' faults. A friend asks why Brown does not publish his autobiography, prompting the bishop to reply with a humorous reproach about being caught off guard while revealing a truth.
A wartime quip from London Answers reflects on the Irish fusileers marching from Dundee to Ladysmith. Fatigued men stumble as one asks the country, only to be told it is the fatal table-land. Pat dryly adds the joke that the tables have turned and they walk on its legs.
An article describes papier mache teeth as a modern dentist's process promising stronger teeth than other materials. It notes paper teeth may be fine but questions practicality and links stomach health to dental condition. It then touts Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy for stomach issues and claims it strengthens digestion.
A judge recounts a humorous anecdote from a Khondiker miner about six men sleeping in a row in a shanty. When one grew tired they would shout Lawyer to signal rotating to the other side, a play on words meaning Lie on the other side.
A historical overview traces humanity's need for light from fire through the advent of artificial illumination. It highlights calcium carbide and water as a simple, safe path to acetylene light, noting its bright flame, lack of odor or smoke, and accessibility for homes without gas or electric mains.
The doomed man asks, Pray do not tell my parents that I was hanged. When asked what killed him he replies with a wry laugh dropsy. Detroit Journal
A community paper notes widespread opinion that a man is employed by a boss who is deemed slightly unappreciative, reflecting local sentiment about workplace dynamics in Atchison.
The article surveys the western expansion from Winnipeg east to Dauphin and the Mackenzie districts, noting rapid growth in towns and farms. It highlights Winnipeg as a major western hub, with rising bank clearings, land sales totaling over 1.5 million, thousands of new schools, and large settler influx from the United States and east.
In a quirky exchange framed by a judge, Mrs Flyabout laments rent pressures while Mr Flyabout questions restraint and social upstaging, revealing a humorous domestic dispute tone Latinized by antique phrasing.
Advertises Bronic Quinine tablets promising to cure a cold in one case. Claims druggists will refund money if it fails to cure. Includes a price of 25.
Fragmentary OCR mentions ovirieity and Wattery as Breciesto forces in the werk Atishon Gleke. Details are unreadable.
An amateur philanthropist led a Sunday school of Chinamen on the East side. The enthusiastic pupil boasted of learning English and claimed a future as an interpreter at a gambling house, expressing intent to repay the teacher with a “good thing.”
Free sample of Allen's Foot-Ease powder promoted for foot ailments and easy shoe fit. Advertisement urges sending to Allen S. Olmsted in Leroy New York. Includes testimonials and other product notices for dropsy treatment and faceless dyes.
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