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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1893
Page
2
A fragmentary note references Harry Crooke and a Crook/Crooke political contest amid unclear 2.0 era terms. The text hints at a cashier or financial role and rising local debate.
A fragmented note describes Mirehaka Tribe assembling for prayer and services on Sundays with weekly prayer meetings and Sunday School. It mentions invited attendees and a Thursday program, outlining routines and community worship details.
The text cites labor troubles lowering wages and calls for better roads in Keene county. It mentions Bonn Hawas and Allen Peffer with scattered remarks on governance, gatekeeping, and civic improvement.
A collage of autumn imagery and political critique appears as a narrative fragment. The speaker mocks officials who default on duties and grant illegal allowances, questioning why the humble break the law. The piece ends with a parodied fable about a camel and a nat.
Ira B B Eicks, famed weather prophet, says winter will begin mid November with storms expected to be severe. He advises preparation to avoid regret as cold and hardship loom for the region.
The text discusses arrest procedures by peace officers for misdemeanors and the limits of force. It notes that officers require a warrant for misdemeanors, that lawful resistance can occur if excessive force is used, and that self defense and insanity must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt by the defendant.
A damaged OCR fragment discusses futures traders and their control over chains of information. The readable portion mentions professional misconduct and the difficulty of mentioning specifics amid unclear context.
A report states James CL Lavelle was subjected to a week of bread and water and confined in an open cell at Prison South. The note alleges mistreatment including confiscation of belongings and surreptitious mailing of fetters, with abuse of personnel.
The Vie Journal states it selects reading material aimed at pleasing readers and maintaining a sense of completion with the human family even if it cannot provide every feature.
A merchant says to a customer that if they do not see what they want they should ask, arguing that advertising in such a way would persuade more customers to buy. The remark suggests focus on shopper wants to boost sales and profits.
Frank B. Hitchcock, editor of the Bedford Daily Mail and Correspond enters secretary of the Southern Indiana Press Association, issues a call to editors for a meeting in Washington on November 21 at 30 o'clock.
Citizens in Vincennes express fervent opposition as indignation meetings erupt over a proposed militia project. Critics blame County Commissioners for a controversial plan while Democrats once pledged to repeal the Sherman law, now in power to enact or veto legislation.
A vintage advertisement urges mothers to keep Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy on hand for croup. It claims quick relief if given at the first sign, warning of no danger in large doses and praising a long-trusted track record with thousands of satisfied users. It notes W. L. Stoy as the seller and promotes bottle sizes.
The Labor Herald accuses the Commissioners and implies Populists would have prevented current problems. The series of criticisms frames the current governance as a failure and invites readers to question election outcomes.
Former secretary C E Oden delivers a statement amid a board suit against him for a claimed 195.60 shortage during his 1887 1889 tenure. He says arbitration settled the matter after he paid nearly 200, asserts no theft, and argues accounting errors and credits affected the claims.
The memorandum notes settlement with most money claimed on the foundation, with the author stating he is out of pocket 81 740 and leaving the association members and the public to decide who was wronged. The matter is considered settled for the association.
A Sunday wedding links Elnera Inklings editor Leabo with Bertha Green. The community reports locals drink, thefts, and unrest with talk of dismissing the town marshal. Incidents include a horse recovered, a depot break in, and warnings about crime amid town tensions.
An ad by Geo W Jackson praises Simmon’s Liver Regulator as the king of liver medicines. He calls it a medicine chest of itself and notes druggists sell it in powder or liquid form. The powder is taken dry and mixed into tea.
Death of Dr Barton Sears aged 75 years 3 months 16 days after a long illness. Born July 14 1820 in Nicholas County New York he practiced medicine since 1845 in Fayettsville Indiana and Elknora Paragon and Weltornville. Funeral conducted by EL Brown in Concord Cemetery with Christian Church ties and family mourners.
An old advert claims La Grippe sufferers and other throat chest and lung diseases respond quickly to the King’s New Discovery. It touts rapid cures for asthma fevers and long standing ailments and invites trial bottles at Pensingar’s Drug Store.
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