20 May 1910
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1910
Page
1
Miss Palmer reports a burglar entering her home on a Washington parade night. The intruder, described as a tall young man wearing a derby hat drawn over his face, vanished into darkness after a struggle. Neighbors later helped identify the suspect from a flashlight-lit description.
At the Big Four track meet in Vincennes on Saturday Linton took first place with Washington second Vincennes third and Evansville fourth in the team standings. In oratory Princeton won first with Washington second Evansville placing. reading contest awarded Evansville first with Tom second.
Harley Honicker former mayor of Washington dies in Washington. The obituary notes his public service and long career, referencing family and his ties to local and state affairs.
Bilay observers tracked a total eclipse over ten hours from Hy Park near Willeemron. Reports describe phases and durations, with timing adjustments and remarks on visibility and local conditions during the event.
A garbled report describes the Indiana M E Conference with references to venue locations Chestnut and Upper Phy streets and mentions the presiding figure and committee names. The text is partially unreadable but implies discussions on governance and church events.
The six year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Alpen Podolo of Makland City died after several months illness. Funeral services were held at Propes and Were conducted by Rev S Makew of Platville. Mrs Vosdel is a member of Mir and Myers. Mrs Poddoo is a daughter of Mr and Mrs Flor Bose.
A Steele Township farmer, identified as Burke, died following a work accident near Portuvilie. The deceased, son of Patiner oof Steste, reportedly left behind a widow and several children. Funeral services were planned for Sunday in Portuvilie.
Ad copy promoting paints claiming inferior grades crack and yellow quickly. It touts long lasting power and satisfaction, urging customers to compare prices and visit the store for discounts. The text labels the shop as a headquarters for drugstore goods.
Local business Callahan’s expands operations as WHULPAARS and Bred R. BB announce a Merger. The deal redefines regional retail and prompts strategic changes for both firms. Executives from Callahan’s and WHULPAARS declined further comment as negotiations continue.
Fragmentary historic reflections describe Decoration Day as a moment to honor the fallen and recount war’s toll. The text laments defeat and praises resilience, referencing patriotism, church, and national unity while lamenting loss and future duties.
Unclear report describes robber entry through a window at Tronic RI in Elnora. Items secured included unspecified securities. two coins or jars were left behind. No clues about timing or suspect details were found.
Announcements show the marriage of Rauwvinond Sears of Oklahoma to Hisse J. Purchouan a young bride from Alva Oklahoma. Sears is a son of James Sears a former prosperous farmer who moved from a local farm to Oklahoma years ago. They will reside in Alva Oklahoma.
Willa Doldiwin aged dohiy tive pioneer of Daviess county died Sunday evening about Soofclock after illness. He was born in Daviess County and had lived there all his life. He was a farmer and left several children.
Orville Lee Stevenson son of Mr and Mrs Walter Stevenson died in Indianapolis Friday from pneumonia fever at age nine. He was grandson of Lowry Cooper and former resident of Odon. Funeral services were held at the Indianapolis home Friday afternoon and the family traveled to Odon for burial. Burial occurred Saturday afternoon at Walnut Tall cemetery.
A Sunday night break in at the Pennett and Laughlin real estate office breached by breaking a window above the deck. An attempt to force the safe failed as no money or valuables were taken and papers were scattered inside the room.
Williams of Burns City starred as Lyons suffered defeat on Sunday. Oden was kept from scoring while Burns City dominated with a strong performance, though details of the final score remain unclear.
Washington citizen McCracken died at home near Washington after a week of illness from Bright's Disease. He ran a boarding house on Second Street and farmed near Barre township. Survived by wife and one daughter Mrs. NLS. Services held Sunday afternoon. William Rendell notes rising public concern for animal cruelty and expanding society branches. He advocates banning spurious sports and private horse slaughter, stopping cruel exhibitions, and stronger supervision to prevent overloading.
Sunday School at nine o clock. Worship and communion at 10 30. Junior Band at two o clock. Evening preaching at 7 25. Special music by the double quartet. Pastor B Morris invites all to attend.
At the Frankfort aeronautic exposition the Hochst main factory in Germany displayed a new metal called elektron. With a specific weight of 1.8 versus 2.9 for top aluminum, bolts and bars appeared as light as papier mache while maintaining strength comparable to the best aluminum alloys.
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