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Odon Journal

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Odon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1904

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Jeffries Dominates Munroe In Second Round Clash

San Francisco August 17 James J Jeffries retained his world heavyweight title defeating Jack Munroe of Montana in the second round. The match featured a fierce early exchange with Munroe knocked to the floor and Jeffries delivering a sustained assault that forced the referee’s count.

San Francisco Ferest Jack Munroe Flatte Mont James J. Det Fries Fraojms Cbrangia Pasilisa Graney Fasar Af Jemdries Ten Giants Heffries

Strike Talks Ended Without Settlement at Stockyards

Conferees from the stockyards dispute failed to reach an agreement after meetings on Friday. Leaders of the unions told the committee they offered their view of the case while Packers representatives reiterated there is nothing to arbitrate. A review of the dispute and the conditions at Chicago and Omaha stockyards followed the sessions.

Ao Rican Phes Harrisgm Ained Coopackers Chiesa Omaha Chivagea Geprieh Orion 7 Vibe Eases

Three Days Battle Near Liao Yang Ends with Heavy Fighting

Disappointed newspaper correspondents report Gen Kuropatkin’s forces press the southern front near Liao Yang. Russians hold several positions while Japanese assaults test the defense. casualties and ruined batteries noted as both sides suffer. Port Arthur fall rumors surface alongside local political and religious tensions in Portuga.

Fen Whurepatkin Liao Vangards Ao Yang

Elmira Hotel Incident Described With Confusion

A chaotic report from Elmira describes a violent incident at a Firmins Plefahis hotel near OY Age 27. Eyewitnesses mention a rapid escape by a suspect, with a damaged shoe and shattered windows. No suspects are identified and no motive is provided.

Elmira Firmins Plefahis Beasties Cipeunidereties Pearp Scott Sears

World News Briefs From St Louis and St Louis District

Reports from St Louis recount a fatal shooting tied to a street incident involving a pistol and a Negro bystander, with one of the shooters identified as Hea Bekte from St Louis. A separate fire at Knoth & Co. in Gloversville caused $1000 in damage but was contained by the World’s Fair Fire Department. Unprecedented crowds visited the World’s Fair grounds this week with over 12780 daily attendees on the first four days. In St Louis, the uniform rank drill results at a Maccabees event awarded division No. 3 from Toledo a $351 silver loving cup for first prize.

Teaget Dioghde Thie Toansier Rene Soriano Jeffroes Cos Younsinpy Kure Aro Tle Japan Esiri Anbiian Biaes Mavalin Sisolindzy Peegew Chilfpit Daily Mail Kebe Port Arthur Antsebat Gealden Yorers Yall Linet Mountain Tecaproewn Aim Sewrem Cerin Higeres Haet Vies St Lewis Bangme Othe Heather Andy Knoth & Coa Gloversvilie St. Jenis Ata Shae St. Lewis Nnidits of Maccabees Toledo

First Cotton of New Crop Cleared for Russian Ports

In Galveston Texas on August 7 a cargo of the season's first cotton was loaded aboard the steamship Torrhead of the Head Line for three Russian ports.

Galveston Tex Fridar Torrhead Russia

Senator Hoars Condition Updates From Worcester

Bulletin from Hoar home reports his heart action weaker but he is more comfortable tonight. Additional items note Edward Hines Lumber Co of Chicago buying 50 000 acres of yellow pine land in Mississippi from Comstock Bros of Detroit and Alpena Mich. Master Bakers Convention in St Louis confirms Auvys Mart in Simon elected president with next meeting planned in Washington in December.

Senator Hoar Worcester Mass George F. Hoar Detroit Mich Edward Himes Edward Hines Lumber Co Chicago Mississippi Comstock Bros Alpena Master Bakers St. Louis Friauvy's Mart Simon Cincinnati Haid Washington

Fire in Antwerp air tanks nears end with heavy losses

News dispatches report a long fire in air tanks near Antwerp is nearly extinguished. Nine lotses recovered, several missing. Loss estimated at 10 000 050 gallons, damages near 2 500 000 dollars.

Antwerp

Shipment of Currency Moves Strongly to Support Crops

Washington reports the Treasury has begun moving currency with vigor to aid crop shipments. This week $521,000 was sent to New Orleans against deposits in New York and $2,500,000 to Chicago against deposits in New York. Compared to last year Chicago movement is more active and New Orleans higher. Through August 7 total to New Orleans reaches $4,917,006 while last year for the same period was $4,119,000.

Washington Roberts New Orleans New York Chicago

Turbine Power Shows Promising Naval Trial

A naval board completed examinations of the Turbina, an advanced steam turbine vessel. They found zero vibration, minimal repairs needed, and no friction beyond bearings. The engine line operates quietly with a soft steam rush, aiding gun pointing and crew comfort.

Washington Naval Engineering

Transfer of Ocean Meteorology Control to Weather Bureau

The government moves ocean meteorology control from the hydrographic office to the Weather Bureau via wireless telegraphy. This should improve storm forecasts and provide uninterrupted wireless communication with vessels within 500 miles of the Pacific or Atlantic coasts, per Prof. Willis Moore.

The Weather Bureau Washington Government Wireless Telegraph Board Hydrographic Office of the Navy Willis Moore Weather Burean Pacific Atlantic

Miss Gertrude Sawyer May Wear One For Her Bravery

Marinette Wisconsin August 27 Miss Gertrude Sawyer may wear a Carnegie medal for bravery in piloting her party of children across Green Bay in a roarboat during a heavy sea. With 20 foot waves the steamers and port were idle. She kept oars, saved the group, and inspired courage, prompting a full Carnegie fund nomination.

Carnegie Fund

Bank Robbers Captured by Wisconsin Officers on Riverbank

City officers armed with Winchesters captured six alleged bank robbers Friday along the Wisconsin river. Burglar tools and a safeblowing outfit were found on the men identified as Joseph Sheldon James Smith Willian Murphy Joni Morgan Fred Ringley and Frank King. Police deem the capture the most desperate in years.

Lacrosse Wis Aus Wisconsin River Joseph Sheldon James Smith Willian Murphy Joni Morgan Fred Ringley Frank King

Mexico City Earthquake Shocks Oaxaca City San Martin

An earthquake rattled San Martin in Oaxaca state causing loud subterranean rumblings. The tremor caused brief panic but no serious damage was reported.

Mexico City San Martin Oaxaca Tere

U S Navy Officers Visit Johannesburg For Banquet

Br. Adm. Chadwick and officers of the South Atlantic squadron arrived in Johannesburg as guests of Lord Milner. A banquet was held in their honor by the British high commissioner for South Africa.

Johannesburg Adm Chadwick United States South Atlantic Squadron Lord Milner South Africa

Russians to Disarm Warships in Shanghai Monday

Shanghai August 27. The work of disarming the Russian warships Askold and Grozovoi will begin on Monday. The Japanese say there will be no repetition of the Ryeshitemi incident at Che Foo.

Shanghai Askold and Grozovei Che Foo

Money Nominated for Delegate as Territory Backs Statehood

George P. Money received 117 votes to 36 for Jerry Simpson at the territorial Democratic convention in Las Vegas New Mexico. Delegates adopted resolutions calling for single statehood. British minister Edward Thornton to Nicaragua dies after asthma attack in Managua. President Zelaya orders official honors.

Las Vegas N. M George P. Money Congress Territorial Democratic Convention Money Jerry Simpson Nicaragua Managua Edward Thornton Zelaya

Speed Contest Tragedy Kills Watchman In Dust Blizzard

In St Louis, two men die and Barney Oldfield is badly hurt after A C Webb loses control in a false start at the world's fair speed contest. Webb leads, Oldfield blinded by dust, crashes through the fence. watchman John Scott is killed and N Montgomery dies of injuries later. Webb wins the race for the Louisiana Purchase exposition trophy. Oldfield declares this his last serious racing event.

St. Louis A. C. Webb Toledo Barney Oldfield Cleveland John. Scott Nathan Montgomery Oldfield Webb Tun Taargin

Cincinnati Tragedy Reported Involving Harter Family

Three deaths unfold in Cincinnati as a double murder and two self inflicted crises shock the city. Mrs Amanda Harter and James Druein found dead in The Normandie on Race street amid a possible family dispute. Foster daughter Fannie Harter under suspicion as a witness.

Cincinnati Amanda Harter James Leonard Druein Normandie Race Street Fannie Harter Harter Macon Ga Druein Lebanon Conrad Ringle Finley Methodist Church Margaret Claybourn Story City Hospital Louisville Lexington Sky Macon F. H. Harter

Women wreck four illicit saloons in Cuba Kansas

In Cuba Kansas on August 28 four illegal saloons were destroyed by a group led by Mrs. E O Fites and Mrs. William McDonald. Armed with hatchets they smashed bars fixtures and emptied bottles. About 25 other women joined, raiding three more joints and confiscated keg beer barred at the city jail.

Cuba Kan E. O. Fites William McDonald Ben Hull Steat

Key Found At Niagara Falls Linked To Missing Charleston Man

A key and card were found in the Niagara Falls park near the American Falls with the message Good-bye world water won't tell 82 dollars. The key fits a room at the Prospect house rented by L. M. Halery of Charleston West Virginia who disappeared two weeks ago leaving his baggage behind. Authorities suspect suicide.

Niagara Falls N.Y American Falls Prospect House L. M. Halery Charleston W. Va Halery

Suicide Linked to Speculation Belief In Miss Marguerite Kelly

In Chicago on August 29 excitement over rapid wealth from speculative trading on the open board of trade is blamed for the death of Miss Marguerite Kelly who killed herself in Harlem several days ago.

Chicago Open Board of Trade Marguerite Kelly Harlem

Forest fires burn vast BC timber stock at huge loss

Vancouver reports fires in British Columbia raging at historic levels. Estimated timber loss totals 60,906,000 with royalties foregone above 300,000 dollars. At Point Grey seven fire fronts blaze as authorities struggle to contain the spread. In LaSalle Illinois a furnace worker Matthew Nubras k is diagnosed with leprosy by a panel of doctors and county officials.

Vancouver B. C British Columbia Point Grey LaSalle Mattthew Nubrask Illinois Zinc Co Peru

Philippine islands total commerce up over a million

Washington reports that for the nine months ended March last the total commerce of the Philippine islands increased in value by more than one million dollars, according to a statement issued Sunday.

Washington Philippine Islands Sundar

Noted Stallion Parebin Dead at Haggin Ranch Del Paso

Sacramento Aug 29 Parebin once a leading stallion at J B Haggin's Rancho Del Paso stud is dead The great horse was put to death to end his misery Parebin reached the age of 2 1/2 years

Sacramento Cal Parebin J. B Haggin Rancho del Paso

Resolution Fails to Back Peaceful Policy at Convention

The United Garment Workers of America, at the close of its 13th annual convention, voted down a resolution committing the union to pacifism after two heated debates.

Buffalo United Garment Workers of America

Louisiana Navy Shipyard Visit Opens With Band and Wine

Miss Juanita La Londe, of a distinguished New Orleans Creole family, crashes a bottle of native wine on the prow of the battleship during a Newport News inspection. Gov. W. W. Weard, Lieut. Gov. Sanders, and Louisiana officials travel by special train to attend the event alongside Gov. Montague and naval officers from Washington and France.

Newport News Juanita la Londe New Orleans Newport News Shipbuilding Dry Dock Co W. W. Weard Sanders

Seattle Sitka cable completes final splicing and network

The Seattle Sitka government cable was fully spliced Sunday in Seattle harbor. The line touches Sitka Juneau and Skagway with a telegraph link via White Pass to Tagish joining the Canadian government line to the boundary. From there a line reaches St Michaels and Nome via government wireless. David B Hill plans to retire from politics January 1 and relinquish Democratic leadership in New York. A YWCA effort in Berwick aims to curb profanity in the streets with seniors posting the town council ordinance.

David B. Hill Polltice Albany N. Y David B Hill Democratic Party New York

Archbishop of Canterbury Arrives in Quebec with Notables

The archbishop of Canterbury arrived in Quebec on Sunday with his wife Rev Holden domestic chaplain Rev Allison vicar of Windsor and J Pierpont Morgan of New York. In Cripple Creek a Western Federation miner deportee A G Ledue was recaptured by armed men after custody by a deputy sheriff.

Quebec Archbishop of Canterbury Mr. Holden Mr. Allison Windsor J. Pierpont Morgan New York Cripple Creek Col A. G Ledue Western Federation of Miners Sundar

Peru to inaugurate president Jose Pardo on September 24

Lima Peru August 29 Jose Pardo elected president in June will be inaugurated September 24 amid political tension. People express opposition to revolution and strong excitement runs through the country as Yessenine reports unrest.

Lima Peru Jose Pardo

Krauss Refuses Wife's Attorney Fees in Poison Case

Hartford City Indiana August 87 William R Krauss husband of Rae Krauss faces conflict over legal fees amid a poisoning case involving his stepdaughter Crystal Krauss Investigations claim lingering strychnine in the Krauss home and in a store sale point to crystal form as the only powdered form is kept in the store Krauss recalls a motive discussion behind the barn and a bed search after doctors departed as Rae distraught transfers property to her husband and delays on attorney payment deepen family rifts as Dr F W Anderson Rae’s father and Alice Bowman of Chicago dispute dining arrangements and seek to sell property through an agent.

Hartford City Ind WiLliam R. Krauss Rae Krauss Crystal Krauss Logan Pharmacy William A. Krauss F. W. Anderson Chicago Kraues Alice Bowman

Local man Ogden Wheatfill gets trial postponement

Ogden Wheatfill, held after an insult shouted at Sheriff Fasig’s wife and others, secured a delay to Thursday as he cannot find a lawyer. Every attorney he contacted refused the case.

Terre Hatte Ind Ogden Wheatfill Fasig O'Donnell Palmater Friendly Inn

Dentist Dr David Richardson Acquitted In Theft Trial

Terre Haute Indiana August 26 Dr David Richardson a prominent dentist of Jargonville was found not guilty of stealing 350 from Miss Eva Brown of this city Miss Brown testified they met years ago in Charleston Tennessee where her father was a minister He said he would breakfast with her and the missing amount 59 led to the charge with many witnesses testifying to his integrity.

Terre Haute Ind David Richardson Jargonville Eva Brown

Beekeeper Described Attacked by Swarm in Shelby Township

William Major trustee of Shelby township was stung by a swarm while at work with bees. The bees covered his head face neck and hands and he collapsed unconscious before reaching the house. Doctors say he may recover.

Shelbyville Ind William Major Shelby Township

Richmond to switch on own power for city lighting

Richmond Ind August 27 Richmond will light streets with electricity from its own power house ending a bitter battle between the city and a private lighting corporation that has raged for months and heated local politics.

Richmond Ind

Bedford robbery ends with masked gunman shot

John Crutchfield a West Bedford grocer, locked his store when a masked burglar ordered him to surrender. Crutchfield grabbed his revolver and shot the intruder who fled leaving a bloody trail.

Bedford. Ind John Crutchfield West Bedford Crutchfield

Edinburg Bride Hides Secret Marriage On Blue River Bridge

On the Blue river bridge near Edinburg Indiana pretty Byrde Jourdan daughter of a St Louis millionaire secretly marries Homer Cutsinger son of Martin Cutsinger a wealthy Johnsong county figure two families tied by an elopement reported Aug 26.

Edinburg Ind Blue River Here Pretty Byrde Jourdan St. Louis Homer Cutsinger Martin Cutsinger Johnsorn County

Family conflict case in Indiana court over Christmas abuse

Laporte Indiana August 29 in superior court Mrs Magdalena Sutherman accuses her well to do farmer husband of jamming her head against a wall and beating her each Christmas morning as her gift from him.

Laporte Ind Magdalena Sutherman

Vincennes & Jasper Traction selects Detroit firm for road work

Petersburg Indiana dispatch says the Vincennes and Jasper traction line directors awarded the finishing and building contract to the International Construction Co of Detroit for 1,000,060 dollars.

Petersburg Ind Vincennes & Jasper Traction Line International Construction O Detroit

Women Will Sweep the Streets in Fort Wayne

Mrs. C. B. Woodworth, Mrs. S. R. Taylor and Mrs. S. H. Baker of the Woman's Club league petition the board of works for permission to sweep pavements and alleys in one downtown block for three months, starting soon.

Fort Wayne Ind C. B. Woodworth S. R. Taylor S. H. Baker Woman's Club League Board of Works

Attendance at Elwood races sets record

Elwood Indiana saw a pageant of spectators with 22 173 paid admissions. The 2 47 pace record stake featured American Befie first Ginger second and Blue Bock Bird in a thrilling finish.

Elwood Ind Befie Ginger Blue Bock Bird

Woman in Rochester Nails Burglar in Cellar to Seek Help

Mrs. James Martin, returning from church in Rochester Indiana, heard noises and found a burglar peeking from the cellar. She sang a hymn and nailed the cellar door shut with a hatchet and nails, then sought neighbors for aid as the intruder escaped through a cellar window.

Rochester Ind James Martin

Minstrel Co Members Learn of Fathers’ Deaths

In Indianapolis on August 29 two members of the Al G. Felds Minstrel Co, Paul Lalonde and Tommie Donnelly, learned by telegram that their fathers had died. The men, far from home, chose to perform despite the tragedy, declining to return for funerals.

Indianapolis Ind al G. Felds Minstrel Co Paul Lalorde Tommie Donnelly Lalonde Bellville Ont Donnelly Springfield Mas

South Bend Purchases Four South Bend Central Players

In South Bend Indiana on August 29 George Veresu bought four members of the South Bend Central league club. First baseman Alva Spangler out fielder Edward Coffee pitcher Cecil Ferguson and outfielder Chas Coggswell who had recently jumped to Harrisburg Pa independent team. Coggswell’s suspension for leaving the team has been lifted.

South Bend Ind George Veresu South Bend Central League Baseball Club Alva Spangler Edward Coffee Cecil Ferguson Chas. Coggswell Harrisourg Coggswell

Lightning Kills Two in Knox Tractor Shed Misfortune

A bale of lightning struck a shed near Knox Indiana on Thursday. Orin Emich and Omer Poor were killed while Arthur Conner William White John Schultz and Clayton Hatter were seriously injured. Dozens of farmers sought shelter from the storm in the wheat field when the strike occurred. Others were shocked by the bolt.

Banker Sues For Divorce In Indiana City

Robert Didanexs, noted banker and youngest member of a Marshall family, filed a divorce suit in May seeking to annul his marriage to a local woman on grounds of intoxication at the time of the union. The action aims to protect his property.

Harlan Wins Seventh District Democratic Nomination

Indianapolis on August 28 reports Levi P. Harlan secured the Seventh district Democratic nomination for congress after a harmonious convention vote. He defeated Frank Baker and Charles F. Barrett of the city, needing only one ballot to decide the race.

Indianapolis Ind Levi P. Harlan Frank Baker Charles F. Barrett

Young Attorney Killed in Petersburg Indiana

Petersburg Indiana Aug 29 Pharlow Grim a young lawyer died Sunday morning at his father's home after being shot by Constable William France Saturday night while resisting arrest on a paternity charge in Monroe township France is detained on bond.

Petersburg Ind Pharlow Grim William France Monroe Township France

Death of Lewis Schmidt in Newcastle at 78

Lewis Schmidt aged 78, longtime Newcastle resident for 35 years, died of heart failure. Born in Rosstock Prussia, he gained distinction during troubled times in Germany in the early fifties.

Newcastle Ind Lewis Schmidt Rostock Prussia Germany

Noted Women Visit Old Doxey Homestead in Anderson

Mrs. John A. Logan and Mrs. Oliver Morton were guests of Mrs. Winifred Stilwell in Anderson on Sunday at Maj. C. T. Doxey’s old homestead. The gathering recalled memories from 40 years ago and was described as a happy trip.

Anderson Ind John A. Logan Oliver Morton Winifred Stilwell Maj. C. T. Doxey

Prompt action saves man from mob in Richmond incident

Richmond Indiana August 24 police intervened quickly when a crowd in the north end gathered believing George McKinster had attempted a crime against a child. The prompt response likely prevented rough treatment.

Richmond Ind George McKinster

Fire destroys Mishawaka Paper and Pulp plant

Mishawaka Indiana August 29 fire wrecked the plant of the Mishawaka Paper and Pulp Co. Loss is about 20000 dollars fully insured. Fire started from a lamp carried by the machine repair man.

Mishawaka Ind Mishawaka Paper and Pulp Co

Spiritualists Camp Meeting Closes After Eight Weeks

Anderson Ind Aug 29 after eight weeks the Indiana Association of Spiritualists camp meeting at Chesterfield ends with about 50900 attendees over the run and a final Sunday night close.

Spiritualists Anderson, Ind Indiana Association of Spiritualists Chesterfield

Lawrenceburg Saloonist Missing

Lawrenceburg Indiana August 27 Gus Schiller a famed saloonkeeper has vanished from his home two weeks ago. He left with a large sum of money bound for Cincinnati and no trace of him has surfaced since.

Lawrenceburg Ind Gus Schiller Cincinnati

Reds Overcome Rushville 11 to 6 in Tight Park Clash

At Flat Rock park in Rushville Indiana the Reds defeated Rushville 11 to 6 in a closely contested game described as tight from start to finish, with the final score settling the outcome after a competitive run.

Rushville Ind Flat Rock Park Reds

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