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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1895
Page
2
The IC He Journal weekly paper edited by Myers and Bennet reports on post office money order reforms and improvements, death of Howard Crache, and political factions. It mentions Mr Grooke and guard, plus local commentary and community notices.
The readable fragments list multiple names and places such as Madison, Washington township, Weekingston township, and Barr towns along with scattered surnames like Dosch, Baker, Coste, Plankine, and Tifaves. No coherent event or dates are discernible from the damaged text.
A disordered report lists county towns and annual Pensaten figures, mentioning Leavenworth near Crawford county and New Albans area. It notes residents on Verage hills profiting from fishing and references Indian-made ashes, river lore, and a mysterious collector Mr. Poland with silver specimens and undisclosed origins.
A Chicsto resident plans a summer show on 160 acres of suburb land. He will lay 9 railroad tracks, buy two engines at about 10 000 each, and build a grand stand on both sides to seat 10 000 spectators. Engines will be steamed and moved toward each other for the event.
A Hamilton county report details a gas formation found during a deep drill near Sheridan last Thursday. At 900 feet a gas pocket reportedly developed into a water gas system, signaling a notable subsurface change.
A rush of water crushed the derrick and drove workers away. The drill was removed as water gushed from an unobstructed vent, escaping through a six inch pipe and shooting 180 feet high. Plans to control the well have failed. No gas detected. motive power unclear with no noted repercussions within a wide radius.
Dr N H Wilson a prominent Washington physician and Civil War veteran died at his home last Friday after a paralytic stroke at dinner. He practiced medicine and later dentistry. He was buried November 22 in Jefferson County, Chis state.
The Illustrates Weekly of Denver Colorado promotes grand scenery and rich wealth in the West with tales of adventure. It offers a three month trial for ten two cent stamps and a club rate of six for a dollar plus a premium of gold rings set with Rocky mountain gems.
A tale from the Bombay Natural History Society notes a July incident near Guserat where a hunter shot a large black cobra in two parts. The head portion allegedly pulled back toward the man as the snake emerged from its hole, then was killed when it charged.
Obituary notes Howard Crooke of Odon Indiana a long time merchant banker and Republican leader who helped establish the Godon Exchange Bank He died after a brief illness of arterial degeneration at about 70 years of age Survivors include five children and several in-laws with his funeral held at the M E church attended by many.
A historical survey describes early humans and savage tribes living in a fireless, primitive condition. It notes their diet, methods to kindle fire, living in caves or huts, weapons from iron scavenged wrecks, limited numeracy, lack of God concepts, and kinship to other indigenous groups. It cites Andaman and Abyssinian examples and remarks on mortality and contact with Europeans.
The article describes young street acrobats in Japan ages three to twelve. Dressed in bright jackets, dragon-mouthed headdresses, and loose trousers, they perform headstands, handstands, tumbling, and drum singing to earn coins, often following foreigners for tips. Their persistence reflects the Japanese traits of industry and perseverance.
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy praised for whooping cough treatment. Used freely it is claimed to prevent dangerous consequences and is safe for babies. Available in 25 and 450 cent bottle sizes from druggist W L Store.
The E. and B. R. will offer round trip tickets to Evansville for the national convention. Tickets priced at one and one third fare for the round trip. Tickets valid for travel on the seventh to the seventh and returning on the seventieth.
A letter touts Chamberlain's Penn Basin for inflammation and swelling from rheumatism with a testimonial from D. E. Carn of Kansas City. It also markets DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve for burns and sores and Chamberlain's Colic remedy for quick relief, with local druggists selling the products.
The undersigned named as administrator is appointed to manage the estate of John Kemdon deceased in Daviess County Indiana. The estate is believed solvent. W H McCarter named as administrator.
A fine winter Iap robe described as black on one side and fancy colors on the other was lost last Friday between Glyn and Scotland. Reported by G. D. Abraham.
State of Endiata Duriesa county notice of sale of personal estate by appointed administrator. Sale at the deceased’s Hadion township residence on Saturday May 5 895 at ten o clock. Goods include cattle wagon farming tools kitchenware furniture and more. Terms cash under five dollars per item. five dollars and over on credit with note and security.
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