Sidewalk Improvements Ordered in Oden
The Crown Board approved three street crossing constructions at Main and Spring Oak and Spring and the post office area plus an alley crossing on Spring Street. Concrete walks were ordered on Main street south side from Oak to Jobs property and north side from Spring to Oak. The plan aims to modernize downtown and boost property values.
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Crown Board
Main Street
K. of P
Oak Street
Jobs
Sycamore
Ed Letts
Law Limits Revolver Sales and Display Urged
Attica Ledger argues a new law restricting revolver display and sales is wise and calls for banning revolvers for civilians. The piece favors keping firearms out of homes and suggests rifles and shotguns pose less temptation to misuse.
Mrs. N. P. France Undergoes Throat Operation
Mrs. N P France wife of a Honey Creek Indiana U B church pastor went to St Johns hospital Anderson for throat surgery. The operation was satisfactory and she is expected to recover fully if no complications arise. She returned home Wednesday. Mrs France was formerly Carrie Arford of Pleasant Hill and sister of Roland D Arford.
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France
Carrie Arford
Pleasant Hill
Roland D. Arford
In Sympathy Evelyn Pauline O Dell
A tribute poem describes Evelyn Pauline O Dell as a baby brought into a home then passing to death. The speaker recalls welcoming her, reflecting on infant sleep and heavenly care. Rev. G F Cutmer closes the piece with religious consolation and hope in the Savior’s care.
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Evelyn
State Board of Health Issues Circulars on Bleached Flour Pickles and Food Display
Five letters from the State Board of Health warn Qnillers and flour merchants that selling nitrogen oxide bleached flour is illegal unless plainly labeled. Pickle makers, grocers face rules against alum in pickles. Dealers must cover displays to protect food from contamination and sausage makers are barred from using adulterants or selling adulterated products.
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State Board of Health
Food and Drug Department
Qnillers
Spring Has Springing In A City Of Oddities
The Dugger Journal notes spring arrival with a humorous catalog of seasonal sights and characters. Vendors, tramps, kids, and neighbors clutter the streets with scents, wardrobes, and a lively parade of domestic chores signaling warmer days ahead.
Sunday School and services at local church schedule
The program lists Sunday School at 9 30, preaching at 10 30 a m and 7 30 p m. A Junior League meet at 2 00 p m. Prayer meeting Thursday at 7 00 p m and League Friday at 7 00 p m. Co C Lowther is the pastor.
Church Services and Activities Schedule
Sunday worship at 9:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Junior service at 2:00 p.m. C. E. at 6:30 p.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening and choir practice Thursday evening. All are cordially invited.
Rye and corn bread in a price driven food debate
An Indianapolis Star column argues rye bread gains popularity as wheat prices rise while praising corn bread for its strong heritage and versatility. It notes home made rye and corn breads compare to store bought varieties and urges better corn bread skills to improve national eating.
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Indinapolis
Rights of Autos on the Highways
An appellate court rejects a rehearing in a damages case against a car owner. The syllabus holds a driver must exercise care when approaching a pedestrian with impaired sight or hearing, turning aside or taking other precautions to avoid harm. Both driver and pedestrian share equal rights on country roads and must avoid injuring each other.
Electric Lights For Sale By Odon Light and Power Co
The Odon Light and Power Company advertises electric lights as the cleanest and safest option and offers them for sale to customers. The notice emphasizes safety and modern lighting choices available from the firm.
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Odon Light and Power Co
Rat Day bill proposed to kill rats in Indiana
A bill in the Indiana Legislature would set aside one day each year for rat killing. Proponent cites fifty cents yearly cost to house a rat and claims farmers could save enough to pay taxes. He also proposed a small state bounty per rat killed. The measure was not passed.
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Attica Ledger
Township Trustee R J McCallian Office in Tarness Shop
R J McCallian serves as township trustee with weekly transact of township business. The office is in G D Abraham’s Tarness Shop and functions on weekdays.
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R. J. McCallian
G. D. Abraham
Tarness Shop
Christian Church Evening Sermon by Pastor Morris
The Christian Church announces morning and evening preaching by Pastor W B Morris. Sunday School at 9 30 and Junior C E at 2 p m. Prayer meeting Thursday evening.
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W. B. Morris
District Convention of Missionary Society to Meet in Elnora
The twelfth district convention of the Missionary Society Sunday School G E C W E M and District Work of the Christian church will be held at Elnora May 12 18 and 14. An excellent program has been arranged with representatives from the twelfth district. Rev G P Crawford Rev C H Buchanan and Rev W B Morris of Odon are on the program.
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the Missionary Society, Sunday School
G. E
The
Christian Church
Elnora
C.H. Buchanan
W. B. Morris
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Spring
U. B. Church
J. M. Hindman
Oden
Evelyn Pauline O’dell
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G. F. Cutmer
Terior
Tramp
Charlie
Mary Ann
Dugger Journal
M. E. Church
C. Lowther
Odon
George Hen
the Odon Drug CO
Odon, Ind
Bert E. Sneed
Mgr
Odon Realty DO
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