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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1900
Page
4
A testimonial story describes a cheerful woman troubled by prolonged blues and female complaints. After faulty diagnosis and worsening symptoms, Mrs Pinkham’s remedies are credited with relief, with endorsements from Winifred Alllender of Farnington UL.
The report outlines island population figures for Hawaii in 1900: Hawaii 46,843. Kauai 29,362. Maui 172. Maui Island 25,416. Molokai and Lanai 2,504. Oahu 58,504. Population rises since 1890, except Molokai and Lanai, which fall 41.3 percent. Oahu up 57.5 percent, Honolulu city up 73 percent from 1890 to 1900 with 42,907 residents.
Tests of the 12 inch naval gun for the new battleships and armored cruisers were conducted at Indian Head proving ground. The gun, a smokeless powder modification of the 12 inch model, aims for higher velocity and penetration with heavier charges. Results thus far meet the expectations for performance.
Dispatches from Juarez say Apaches from the San Carlos reservation in Arizona attacked the town of Pacheco, 320 miles from Casas Grande. In the ensuing fight, 132 Indians were killed and six Mormons wounded. Troops have been ordered from Casas Grande and Juarez to pursue the band.
An advertisement cites letters from readers praising Peruna for grippe related illness. It asserts sufferers regain health in weeks and offers free information from The Peruna Medicine Co. of Columbus Ohio.
A young southern woman travels north with fiancé’s money to Chicago and privately purchases a ring she can call her own. She visits a major store, selects a solitaire, pays in a businesslike manner, and leaves with a receipt, content with her choice.
Mrs Florence Pullman Lowden is reported the most valuable woman in the world for life insurance. She holds a life policy of a quarter of a million dollars, the largest policy carried by a woman. Her husband Frank G Lowden has a policy of the same amount. She is a Pullman descendant and has long been a beneficiary under his will.
Chicago reports the eastern passenger association undecided on a cent a mile rate to fund the encampment. Veterans face possible relocation for the 35th annual gathering next August amid uncertain proposals and slang usage.
The report describes a simple two wire induction telegraph using transmitter and receiver connected to parallel wires. Transmitting current induces the receiving circuit when cut and vice versa, enabling bidirectional conversation without landline limits. Experiments claim possible 20 mile range with crude gear and ground setups.
In Poplar Bluff Missouri on November 19 Walter Alexander 15 is held on suspicion of killing his father Richard Alexander a farmer living near the Arkansas line. He allegedly confessed and implicated his mother sister and sister’s husband James Hogan all jailed in Corning Arkansas. Hogan is expected to be moved to Paragould Arkansas for safekeeping amid a disturbed public mood.
A young woman visits a Chinese laundry in a crowded street. She searches among book leaves for the correct Chinese character and finally identifies it with help from a Chinese man. Other girls watch, impressed as the puzzle is solved.
A famous businessman with a bare head and heavy facial hair was jeered at by companions while his young daughter Mabel watched. She climbed into his arms and asked in innocence if his chin hair would grow on his head, prompting laughter.
A dated note from December 19, 168 is cited as 545 pounds, noted as valuable. The text highlights Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as a long standing stomach remedy, claimed to treat dyspepsia, indigestion, biliousness and nervousness and to effect a cure when used faithfully.
A Baltimore American quote mentions Nobbs losing all household furniture to a false fire alarm. The line contrasts Nobbs’s suburban town with a volunteer fire department.
A letter from August In 1900 by B A L Thomson of Chicago credits Palmer's Lotion with curing a five year eczema after many costly treatments. The author praises Palmer's Lotion and Lotion Soap and urges others to obtain samples from Solon Palmer in New York if unavailable locally.
Advert claims Hall's Family Pills cure by testimonials offered by J Cheney & Co Toledo. It mentions a one hundred dollar guarantee for failure to cure and notes testimonials and pharmacist referral. The piece cites slang references and a Detroit Press quote as context.
Public notices and quirky ad blurbs from 1900 include warnings about Gnove’s Tasterosa and ironquinine tonics, cautions on dangerous “Don’t Worry” club ideas, and promo lines for Piso’s Cure for Consumption. The samples cite Detroit Journal, Atchison Daily, Ocean Grove letters, and Chicago Daily News as sources.
Fire swept the McGonigal hose three story hostelry and opera house in Oswayo Pa destroying the hotel and two neighboring structures in thirty minutes. Four men died and two were seriously injured Otto Kayley of Couldersport burned and Jerry Dailey suffered a broken shoulder after leaping from the third story. The town lacked a fire department and relied on a tannery pump for protection. The blaze started in the McGonigal house from natural gas overpressure.
A fragmentary note describes a mineral named me oldate or honteilens stein found in glassy ovals from one inch to a foot and a half. It is noted for finger like markings and netlike patterns, prompting interest among geologists in Austria Bohemia and America.
Francis D. Smith a well known Wall Street broker residing in Orange New Jersey announced Sunday in Newark and filed in United States district court at Trenton a bankruptcy petition. The petition lists liabilities exceeding a million dollars with negligible assets.
In the mountains near Cheyenne on November 19 John and Albert Alderice and Tobias Borner fought a duel with rowboys. Three horses were killed. The Alderice brothers were seriously wounded. John received a balk in each arm and Albert was shot in the stomach. The two families have been at war for some time. Further details not clear.
Washington reports Attorney General Griggs formally announced on Thursday he will depart the cabinet in March. The move comes amid a busy week with U.S. actions against Canada and other nations, reflecting broader policy shifts and ongoing legal matters.
Nov 19 report from Davenport states the Renwick Block housing Davenport Furniture and Carpet Co and adjoining Showrooms of Harold Peterson Wallpaper Co Harris White Co and Berry Shoe House burned Sunday. Loss estimated at about 100000 with no insurance noted. Fire occurred in Davenport city area causing extensive damage to multiple businesses.
Chicago Daily News cites a Boston precinct quip that hoax cremation is costly due to the heat needed to reduce a Bostonian to ashes, reflecting a satirical take on posthumous hoax legends.
An advertisement touts Cascarets as a cure for various ailments from headaches to cancer, claiming natural bowel relief with easy movements. It markets the genuine product in metal boxes, warns against imitations, and urges a 10 cent start.
A fragmented quote recalls a person claiming to belong to many cooking clubs and doing much of the home cooking, hinting at social scenes around cooking in Indianapolis. The passage is incomplete but centers on domestic food preparation and club membership.
The Census of 1900 booklet listing populations of US cities with 25 000 or more is not issued by the passenger department of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway. A copy can be obtained by sending your address with two-cent postage to the General Passenger Agent, Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Railway, Chicago, Ill.
The Indianapolis Journal notes a rise in female population and remarks on attitudes of New York men. The brief item presents a statistical claim and regional reaction.
The St. Louis route runs to San Antonio Los Angeles and San Francisco via the Katy and MK T rail lines with trains leaving Tuesday at 8 16 p m. The Kansas City service runs Saturdays at 9 05 p m for the same destinations. A humorous note about a wagon and a hearse appears, reflecting local chatter.
An old advertisement touts Bromo iine Tablets to cure a cold in one day. It claims druggists refund money if it fails. The clipping also notes a theft incident and a stray harness item.
Cincinnati market listing shows cattle calves hogs and sheep prices with ranges for fats and extras. Various packer quotes include cattle 25 to 23, hogs as high as 4.95, and sheep around 3.00 with quantities noted.
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