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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1905
Page
3
Village entries reveal numerous calls on relatives in Eloora Elnora and Washington with visits from Garten Bennett Shively and others. Local births travel and business mentions blend with furniture ads from Hulett's North Side Main Street Odon as residents visit Bloomington Martinsville French Lick Plainville and Sherrard.
A country youth in Elnora was pressured into a dangerous initiation by a group calling themselves the Black Avengers. He carried a revolver for self defense but was forced to surrender it. A town marshal tried to intervene and the weapon was taken by force. The incident sparked farmer protests and calls for a new town marshal.
Walter Ketchem fifteen year old son of Cyrus Ketchem severed a toe while splitting wood on Saturday. He also sustained a deep foot gash. The wound is severe and will affect his ability to use that foot for some time. Dr. J DeMotte dressed the wound and reports he is progressing well.
John Connerly of Gibson County was charged by a hog lot while passing through Princston last week. The enraged pigs rushed him causing severe bruises before Arthur Jones arrived to drive the animals off and save him.
The Longcates area faces dwindling natural gas supplies and talks move toward building an artificial gas factory. Indiana figures include Hono deho To Cerithths of Indianapolis, Thomas H and Chester Adams of Vincennes as parties traveling to Loogootee on business tied to establishing the plant, amid plans to use pine to produce gas as reserves run out.
An elderly woman on a Clay City bound train was startled when a mischievous passenger hurled a pair of rubber cutters at her. The incident occurred before the train reached Worthington as the culprit fled after a tense moment. The event centered on a prankster passenger and a curious, slightly humorous confrontation.
An OCR fragment advertises Tubular Well Drilling and pump repair by Harrys. It stresses waste not and nature’s byproducts, urging readers to gather fragments and use resources wisely, referencing spiritual and natural themes.
Fragmentary description outlines 1700s merchant fashion noted for silk coats, waistcoats with pockets, buckles in silver or stone, and decorative buttons. Mentions large waistline, striped or ribbed fabrics, and satin or silvered accessories. text references rueful comparison to court dress and social settings.
Robert Cummings formerly of Odon was severely injured Saturday while building near Nashville Brown County. He attempted to use his hatchet with his right hand and cut his left hand badly. Loss of blood was serious. initial reports overstated the danger.
An entertainment program will be held on the night of May 30 by the Esworth League. Each member and others may contribute self made articles for sale to benefit the M. F. parsonage. A short literary program with special music and refreshments is planned.
A Tuesday evening fire destroyed the residence of Thas Boyd Sr. northwest of town. The blaze started from a defective flue and, when found, was beyond control. Nothing was saved. the total loss was insured for more than $500.
The piece reflects on shifting urban behavior and social norms amid changing times. It contrasts traditional democratic ideals with emerging street culture and fashion, noting how youth and adults respond differently to modern life and authority.
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