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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1895
Page
2
The item notes a Saturday publication cadence and references a poet and odeon theater. It mentions a Transnibseian theme and use of mail as second class, with emphasis on Saturday timing and a nostalgic, transit-era voice.
A scrambled, OCR style report outlines Republican gains and Populist strength in the Senate, with references to Utah newcomers and several close races. It notes potential shifts in committee control and cabinet prospects, and mentions key states Maryland New York Ohio Indiana West Virginia and North Dakota.
An ill formed notice states that Chis Al Balfeus has been appointed private secretary to Boat diseknuell, with the Secretary of the Board of State overseeing the appointment. Mer fiailau and Joe dauteee are mentioned in connection with the role.
The document outlines the annual pension appropriation and lists rejected claims, pending petitions, and taxpayer allocations. It notes personnel costs for surgeons and a clerk, plus miscellaneous fees and specific disbursements related to pension payments and administrative expenses.
A citizen reports a dispute with a farmer over youths aged 2Q and 14 in a garden incident. The scene draws concern as neighbors weigh the weight of chairs and a new hat from G. Lutes. Local notes remark on age and the need for calm.
An exchange warns that diphtheria spreads more through common house care and domestic cats than via water or dust. Health officers urge thorough well cleaning now as drought lowers water and increases contamination risk, promising fall rains will supply clean water.
A young shopper questions a clerk in a store about a cloth price, asking for “kisses per yard.” The clerk’s response and the ensuing dialogue reveal a playful, nonsensical exchange with mock seriousness, reflecting a rustic or anecdotal market scene.
Incoherent OCR text describes crowds on the streets of a town. Incomplete phrases mention authority, reports, and some claims of festivity or unrest, but readable facts are minimal and names or places are not clear.
The Paducah News reports a strange incident near Memphis Penn where a local boy named Toban is involved with a firm stone and serpent tales. The piece describes a whisky incident and disputes over a dust resort, then notes a dogged fix with reptilian poison and a first roster of cases citing mad deer bites.
A dispatch from Milwaukee reports a disease in seed pumpkins causing illness in people who ate pumpkins. Postmortem exams reveal stomachs packed with undigested pumpkin seed. Farmers began feeding the pumpkin crop early amid suspected cause.
A damaged OCR passage railroads a thief stealing groceries to feed a family and a bank fraudster who obtained 2000 from a bank then sent to a college at state expense. The tone praises law enforcement and laments racketeers while railing at bank wreckers and critics.
A Bedford Democrat editorial condemns crime and leniency, noting the widow and orphan suffer while thieves take thousands and escape punishment. The writer decries a system where greater crimes receive lighter penalties, urging harsher justice.
The Jali of Tue Yort's ComPANION offers a free art calendar to subscribers. Four elegant water color plates, each about 11 inches, are reproduced with color and detail. order now with name and address to receive the calendar by mail.
A fragment notes self help advice from De Witt and Lestie Early Risers. It mentions headaches and pills that “cure” or console, implying a promotional or anecdotal remedy. Names cited include Trantz, Webster, and Dearmin.
A garbled health warning stresses early treatment to prevent pneumonia. It mentions Foley’s Honey and Tar as a remedy and urges prompt care to avoid serious respiratory illness. Names Abe Gente and Webster appear, though details remain unclear.
A testimonial from A G Portes of Magic aa credits Cha tedaey Cure for curing eczema and scalp issues. The note claims the remedy relieves running sores and skin trouble with a money back guarantee.
Abstracters of Titles, We have a new and camp'ere Ab- Scot et ath land utiles am Lravinss County, and cana make Abstracts and perfect utiles, if titles be defect shew Give us a seal Our fauctlinies for Abstractting are ag good on the best. Heflurnan & Mattingly, Washington, Indiana.
Mrs Wells of East Brimfield Massachusetts suffered two years from neuraglia and insomnia until merchant Helden sent Chamberlain's Pain Balm. The next day Mr Wells reported the pain left within two hours and valued the bottle at five dollars if unavailable. Drugstore price listed at 50 cents per bottle by W T Dearmin.
A giant mushroom weighing seven pounds and 44 inches in circumference was brought to St Thomas Ontario by a Michigan Central railroad employee. Rail workers say there are extensive mushroom patches along the Michigan Central line especially between Ridgetown and Blighgate where car loads could be gathered.
Professor James F Kemp of Columbia College argues the 60% rise in natural gas flow after the quake stems from rock shifts in the Lamaquake region. He asserts gas extraction does not trigger earthquakes. rather, seismic events can release trapped gas into interstices and push it toward the surface, with decomposition and brine recharge maintaining limestone density.
The District of Columbia Grand Jury urged adoption of a whipping post for petty offenses. Judge Jaice Bradley noted Congress holds the power to establish such a penalty and suggested bringing the matter to Congress for action.
The piece discusses a pending la w affecting tribal citizenship and property rights among five tribes. It notes potential loss of voting rights for property holders and warns of a major constitutional clash involving courts and federal departments. Magnates and planners anticipate a national, protracted contest.
Dr G A Countryman of Mellette M D reports a grafted snake combining a sand snake body with a garter snake tail. After five attempts he succeeded by splicing flesh below the spinal column, using chloroform to aid the graft, and the creature is said to be in good health with the join tightly knit.
Citizens in Peoria County search for those behind a spate of vandalism on farms and flags. A schoolhouse fog was torn, a lawn flag cut, and stores flags reset with ropes knotted. Residents are vigilant, supporting a countywide push to identify the guilty parties. An unrelated note mentions a grape grower and a remark about deer slaughterers in Oregon.
Alexander Lee of Greensille Orange county Ned discovers theft of water melons on his patch overnight. A pocketbook found among vines carries the owner’s name, leading to a neighbor who claims the find belonged to him. Lee returns the money to the rightful owner, who explains its presence in the patch.
Only seven vessels navigated the Baltic Canal in August as promoters face disappointing revenue. A higher toll schedule took effect on October 1, risking further traffic decline. The government rejects discounts urged by Stettin and Kiel chambers and plans a naval commission to study transit from a military angle.
An old notice urges mothers to watch for the first sign of croup in children. It describes hoarseness as the initial symptom and promotes Lt Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe and preventive, available from W. Desrmin the druggist.
The article promotes travel to the South with cheap round trip fares plus 1.00 from St Louis and Chicago area stations. It notes November and December departures from St Louis Union Station and direct connections via various railroads. It lists contact agents in St Louis Chicago Loom Chicago, Des Moines, Mobile and other cities for tickets and information.
Notice to unknown defendant Charles F. Morse in the Morse versus Morse case in Daviess Circuit Court dated November 1895. The defendant must appear at the January term to answer the complaint. residency unknown after diligent inquiry. witnesses and legal representatives listed.
The Illustrated Weekly of Dancer Colorado promotes scenic Rocky Mountains and rich mines. It offers love and adventure stories and a six for one dollar club trial with premiums including Rocky mountain gems.
Advertisement seeking agents to sell the Dictionary of United States History by Prof. J. Frink Enginecon. Promises commissions for selling 50 books per week. Issued by RitAn Publishing, Boston, Mass.
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