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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1913
Page
2
A Milwankee polio man outlines three ways to avoid trouble and jokes about wiping out New York's chin lawn. He notes such a feat would be a big job, comparing it to the scale of San Francisco's earthquake.
Report notes thieves at Elnora caused chatter with thefts of various items and no regard for the type of cigars they smoked, signaling a bold and indiscriminate approach to their acts.
In a northern state suit a dog was tested for ownership by two would be claimants but failed to prove possession. The case highlights a curious dog story that ended without a clear winner.
Town officials discuss whether to continue using oil or switch to water for street dust control. Oil keeps dust down but water prevents oily residue in buildings after rain. Water is seen as more effective but costs more than oil this season.
The Liph high school yearbook Olouian was distributed by student managers from the Journal office on Wednesday and Thursday. Demand exceeded supply and some were disappointed. The graduating class earned credit for effort in producing this souvenir volume for the school community.
A community program at the home of Mrs. A. A. Pickett is scheduled for Wednesday May 7 at 2 00 p m. The agenda includes a hymn Bible lesson prayer and a brief memorial sketch titled My Mt Hes Halt Re
Driver Paul Zuccarelli of Italy, to drive a Peugeot in the third annual 500 mile International Sweepstakes at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, is noted for daring and scientific driving. He and teammate Jules Goux are in France training for the American race and plan to arrive in April for several weeks of IMS work before returning to France for the Grand Prix on July 12.
The 50 mile race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 30 offers a cash purse of 59600 for the first ten finishers and revives the Speedway trophies. Remy Brassard, Prest-O-Lite and Wheeler-Schebler cups will be awarded at 200 300 and 400 mile marks, with special car and equipment prizes attached. Drivers aim to set fast times across each lap and claim extra honors beyond standard prizes.
Mrs Edward Tomey visited Nancy Allen while Clare Fiddler called on Belle Myers. Numerous callers including Tabitha Parker, Eunice Rhabottom, Rosa Garten, and Essie Wilkey visited relatives such as Din Franklin and Nancy Allen. Neighbors and families shared Sunday visits, travel through towns, and a few health notes, with several names like Parker, Tomey, Allen, Myers, and Wilkey appearing.
George M Tomey of Edwardsport visited J A Grove and family Saturday. G W Tomey and family killed on J A Grove and family Saturday. Elbert Grove visited John Hart Saturday. Miss Pearl Hultch of Alfordsville visited Kaby Grove Sunday. Magpie Snyder fell from a roof and survived after a brief unconscious period. Elbert and Gladys Grove of Plain Wire visited here this week. Tilia Grove sustained a serious ankle fracture Saturday. Lizzie Daily and John Matthews married at St Michael’s church Tuesday April 9. Hugh Morgan and James Healy were Odoa on business Thursday. John A Grove and family went to Oloan Thursday.
Miss Maud Hodges returns home from Fiora. Mr D Loayers Mrs D Loayers and John Austin McCall travel to Washington for business. Atty Jerome Reese makes a Washington trip. E L Grove goes to Washington to pay taxes. James Wathon visits Washington for unspecified purpose. John Ostran and Ruby Went to Washington to shop. George Osmon visits son Haumer. Terre Haute native George Osmon visiting father. Charles Osmon also listed.
Me and Mrs Will and Bruce Finley spent Sunday with W A Lucas and wife. Mrs Cora Fielder and mother, Mrs Resler, visited Jake Resler and family. James Ritter and wife visited Jonathan Borden and family of Marsh. Pearl Dyer visited her grandparents Rev Dyer and wife. Mrs Geo Killion and children returned from Texas. Rile Wilson and wife and Mrs Killion and children visited Mack Chambers and wife. Rev Todd and wife and two children and Lasille spent Sunday with Tom Bester and wife Vivian Ray.
Joe Scott attends his brother's funeral in Burns City while Georgia Waynes returns to Danville Ind. D H Slinkard family visits Linton. J K Cunningham family back from Burns City and Terre Haute. Woman's Foreign Missionary society meeting at Elnora despite rain. Mrs Scott and daughter Eith attend funeral of T A Munich. Mother's Day planned at the Methodist church with a program on the New Testament mothers. The play In Plum Valley at Modern Woodman hall draws a full house and praise from Newberry High School.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a measles outbreak in the area with mention of individuals Mrs Mary Mortland and references to Indianapolis and an operation. No clear dates or authorities are present in readable text.
Homer Pershing and family spent Sunday with Stever Callahan and Emily. Luther Sears and Ada Hencren with children visited Mr. and Mrs. Grant Oveton. Local attendees joined the high school commencement Tuesday night. Henry Sipes and Zella Miler traveled to Brazil Saturday for the AGI ler Roberts welding event. Tan Storm passed through enroute to Odon. Lizize Waggoner of Indian Creek visited Eaglesville and Mrs. Dale Sears. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Mites were guests of Mr. Mil Mit.
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