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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1909
Page
1
The piece contrasts humble homes with marble halls and celebrates domestic happiness. It notes women’s independence, shopping frugality, and talent for homemaking, arguing women set the value of their labor through effort and craft.
A German philosopher praises duty as divine and lauds young women's strength and reliability. The piece extols piety as essential to beauty and power, claiming fearless, steady virtue in women who live by duty despite mockery. It urges every young woman to seek and cultivate divine grace.
The article extols the changing role of women, noting their independence and capability. It contrasts today’s women with those of fifty years ago, highlighting determination and skill in pursuits once reserved for men, including a confident stance toward difficult actions.
James M. Myers of Bedford formerly Eaglesville filed for divorce in Lawrence circuit court alleging cruel and inhuman treatment. The couple married March 7 1886 and separated May 9 1909. Myers, a former Daviess County schoolteacher, later served as city marshal and now works as a B and O Southwestern railroad detective represented by S S Doman of Mitchell.
A June calendar notes two celestial events. June 3 features a moon eclipse by Earth's shadow, and June 17 presents a total solar eclipse starting around 6:00 a.m. The sun eclipse will bring extra morning light loss and a bright ring around the sun during the new moon, with chickens roosting as darkness falls.
Hidden items around the house become marketable again through a repair service. A ring brooch pin and watch can be restored in minutes for a small cost at Keck the Jeweler and Optician.
For sale. Odon Brick and Tile plant in first class condition and in operation. See J A Overton Mer.
Roy R. Winklepleck offers a LaLteE-A six year old saddle horse suitable for driving at a reasonable price. Prime prospect for collectors and riders seeking a steady gait and reliable handling. Located for viewing by appointment.
Memorial Day program announced with events from May 30 to May 31. G A R members and all veterans to meet at the hall, march to U B church for a memorial sermon by Rev W E Snyder, then to Walnut Hill cemetery for graves decoration led by martial music. Further services at Good Hope church with Rev A W Alford, then parade on Spring street to Odon cemetery, memorial address by Rev W B Morris, and church program including Gettysburg Speech and America.
The note argues for restoring quail habitat in Indiana by planting a quarter acre plots of sugar cane or broom corn to provide shelter and food. It urges farmers to post the area, deter unlawful hunting, and use artificial cover to revive quail populations on game preserves and farms.
County Superintendent Burris and Steele township trustee Ollie Gilliatt plan a larger Plainville High School. The four room building will gain two rooms and an assembly area with a new principal’s office. Sixty five pupils are enrolled this year as the district moves to add a fourth grade and a commissioned high school. Principal candidates include O M Shekell of Indiana University and A P Westhafer of the consolidated school.
80 acres known as the John Hasler farm located 314 miles northwest of Odon Indiana. Includes a good house and barn, ample water, a well improved land with a fine orchard. See D. B. Ogden R. R. 1 Odon Ind for details.
Edward B. Clark previews a feature on the education of American sailors. The piece promises a detailed look at how training aboard warships compares to college education and will appear in the next issue with a headed presentation.
The article previews Mr. Clark's revealing narrative on becoming a blue jacket the American battleship sailor. It promises clever exposition showing humor pathos and the work behind naval study with photo and ink layouts.
A proclamation condemns unhelpful so called remedies and offers VINOL and WINGS with a positive guarantee. If not beneficial customers receive a full refund. The notice asserts no medicine cures all but claims some value in VINOL.
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