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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1901
Page
2
Saturday edition from November 23, 1901 details subscription terms and mailing notes. It lists rates for one year six months and three months and notes entry as second class mail matter at the Prattice in Odon Indiana.
The piece argues against sweeping government ownership of railroads and other services. It cites Europe and the United Kingdom to claim higher costs and poorer service under state control, noting deficits in post offices and telegraphs and suggesting private firms run operations more efficiently and cheaply. It warns that full government ownership could lead to sustained deficits and poor management.
A long passage describes a proposed telephone system connecting Indianapolis with Bloomington addresses. The company lists Bloomington as its location, plans to supply a municipal grade network for businesses and residences at 22 and residences per month. It promises free service to city officials and 10 cent county tolls.
Wilbur C. Abraham of Indianapolis and Miss Nellie C. Bennett of Washington will marry Sunday at 9 p.m. at the bride’s South Street home, conducted by Rev. Samuel Reid. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Littleton Bennett. the groom, son of George Abraham, works for an insurance firm in Indianapolis. They plan to reside at 613 Udgen Street after December 10.
The piece notes Chicago egg packers hold over 500000 cases in cold storage and reportedly raised prices from 22 to 27 cents as they aim to dominate the market by mid January. It also includes assorted anecdotes on farm deals and local notices from Indiana and Bedford.
Moray on November 18 hosted a family birthday dinner for Captain Gerten who was 72. The captain's nephew W. dl Tiny lor of Hawley attended with visiting relatives. About thirty relatives joined for a pleasant meal and chat with Mr Taylor.
Frank Helm turned 27 and was greeted by thirty guests as his wife and relatives hosted a big dinner. He arrived to find a house full of friends and everyone enjoyed the meal together.
A jingle claims one day cure for colds with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and promises money back if not effective. Signature of E W Grove appears on each bottle as a test of authenticity. A reader from Moira New York reports kidney relief after Foley's Kidney Cure.
The December Designer showcases a rich black and white display with fashions and millinery, a Christmas scene in literature and illustrations, plus two clever short pieces. It announces a Christmas tree drawing and a Traveling Christmas Tree. It also runs a Christmas contest with cash prizes and provides cancellation details in the December issue.
W T Alexander held his eighteenth combination auction sale on a bright cool day. Attendance was modest, yet the property offered brought very good prices and the overall sale was a success.
The reader cites a testimonial from G. F. Caster of Atlanta Georgia praising DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for piles and other wounds. He claims relief from surgery and urges use, warning against counterfeits. A second note from W L Stay endorses Felers Honey and Tar for coughs and throat relief. The passage also notes Canada’s forest produce export value of 29,954,680.
An ad column promotes Chamberlain's Pain Balm for corns bruises and rheumatic pain with plasters and general health notes. Includes testimonials from Adolph Bluner and W L Stoy praising remedies and Banner Salve for piles. Also mentions Foley's Honey and Tar cough remedy and a quirky quote about using the forehead for talking.
Laxatives Bromo Quinine Tablets claim to cure a cold in one day with no cure and co pay. Priced at 2 cents, the ad promotes a quick relief remedy amid a crowded medicine market.
County physician Geo W Scroggs of Hall County Georgia endorses Kodul Dyspepsia Cure saying it digests what you eat and prevents starvation. He claims it cures worst cases quickly and that as a doctor he prescribes it for best results.
A chaotic note urges stopping coughing to let the lurgs heal. It praises Foleys Honey and Tarcura as expectorants and dismisses self help, urging readers to help others while refusing personal aid.
Hoarseness tale from Benj Ingerson of Hutton Indiana credits one bottle of Foleys Honey with restoring his voice after months of silence. W L Stay warns consumers to choose Foleys Honey and Stay for relief and cautions against foolish spending. A variety of home remedies and products are mentioned for colds malaria and digestion.
The advertisement claims One Minute Cough Cure relieves croup hoarseness and bronchitis in children. A Kentucky parent reports rapid relief for a child attacked by croup at night, with the next morning bringing no hoarseness or crop symptoms.
Engineers and viewers report for W T Alexander et al on improving roads in Madison Township and Odon Indiana. Exhibit A maps show routes and widths. Exhibit B profiles show elevations, sub grade, bridges, culverts, and sewer crossings. Five divisions cover Elmore to Walnut Hills routes with exact termini and distances totaling about 4.68 miles.
The specification outlines sub grade width for an eighteen foot roadway in Odun Indiana with side ditch slopes one foot vertical to one foot horizontal. It details drainage with gutters, cross drains, and open or covered pipes, plus bridge and culvert construction, ballast, grading, and testing. It ends with cost estimates for five divisions totaling 28 700 dollars and notes inspector affidavits and legal compliance.
Indiana notice for a December 17 1901 election in Stadison Township and Odon to approve or reject road improvements based on the engineer and viewers report in the W T Alexander tract. Polls open across precincts per an order of the Daviess County Board of Commissioners.
The Youths Companion announces contributions from eminent writers and statesmen for 1902 including cabinet members and Churchill. It previews military and naval articles by Julian Ralph the Navy Secretary and others with free 1901 issues for new subscribers and a 1902 calendar.
Read the Journal's thirty day offer for staples and fancy groceries at Gwartney's. French candy is fresh and good. Be stingy to your own appetite but merciful to others' necessities.
G H Haxson of Lima Ohio writes he suffered headaches but one bottle of Foley's Kidney Cure relieved him. He recommends it to train men and friends. Also notes advertising claims about cheap labor, free china dishes, and coupons from Tolliver & Cooper.
Dr. T. B. Rankin, physician and surgeon, maintains office at Spring Street opposite Danner's store and resides on South Spring Street.
Add calls promptly answered day or night.
Notice to all persons having business with Madison township that will be at Odon Saturday each week to transact township affairs. Office Journal office Johan Munian Trustee Madison township.
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