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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1891
Page
2
Notices invite all persons to attend to weekly business at Gadome’s Ragkleville residence every Saturday except the second Saturday of each month for transactions of official matters and dealings.
A local appeal requests overdue respondents to answer a call issued two weeks prior. The note urges neighbors to fulfill their civic duty and avoid the need for personal follow up. The message emphasizes collective effort and timely compliance.
The BE. & RR. railroad have rescinded their order excluding passengers from freight trains, pleasing the traveling public. Freight trains remain rough but offer great convenience to riders seeking travel options.
The writer notes that some Democrats fear Harrigon-Harrison appeal. observes that the people will warm to Harrison at the proper time, predicting another cold day for Democrats in 1892.
Managers announce that any lady or gentleman need not fear insults from drunken individuals at the Old Settlers Meeting. They pledge to curb such behavior and protect attendees who comply with the law and decency.
A lively Irish comedy titled The Irish Leven Peddler will be staged Thursday night September 10. The farce promises hearty laughs and true-to-life fun, with audiences urged to see the performance.
Large crowd expected at the Old Settlera Meeting next week with diverse participants. Organizers promise fair treatment for decent visitors and issue stern warning to lawbreakers to behave or face consequences.
Mrs J J Lacy wife of the Daviess Circuit Court clerk died after a long illness Saturday at 10 oclock She was 54 and the youngest daughter of Hon Clement Lee of this city She leaves husband and two children a son and a girl Funeral Mass at St Simon s church with burial in Catholic cemetery today
Two days of near disaster in town. A factory boiler loosed pressure due to low water causing a near explosion and work stoppage. Nearby a wagon overturned on soft ground trapping driver Walter Crooke with a badly hurt foot. Rescue involved hitching horses to pull the wagon clear.
Frank Cornelius of Purcell Indiana says a bottle of Chamberlain’s Pain Balm cured his neighbor Pinson’s wife of facial paralysis relief came as the bottle neared its end and the mouth regained its natural shape. Price 50 cents a bottle sold by W L Stroy.
D J Smith urges Farmers and Old Settler participants to prepare an outstanding Agricultural exhibition in Daviess county. He notes the season has produced an exceptional harvest and the grounds are ready. Old Soldiers and Old Folks will attend on specific days and the call is to make agricultural day the best yet.
The Daily Democrat reports cases tried in Squire Carr's Court. Defendants include Bessie Taylor for associating with prostitutes, Thos Riley on intoxication and assault charges, Maud Keller for intoxication, Ice Martin for intoxication, Ella Richardville for assault and battery, Edd Jennings for assault, all with fines and jail time or bonds. Several more cases set for September 1 at 9. The incident left the conductor badly bruised. dam ages to railway cars expected.
The annual Daviess County Fair will be held in Washington from September 28, featuring three balloon sections, three days of hippodrome races, and fleet flying horses among other attractions, showcasing the county's products and talent.
Tomorrow September 23 1891 excursion tickets go on sale for a 30 cent round trip to Indian Springs returning at 5 pm. Last chance this season to enjoy Sunday at the springs with ample seating. Tickets available at the station or via B J Smiley forTuscarawas County visitors.
Dr EP Millis's barn and all contents burned on Saturday night. five horses perished. Damage about $1000 with insurance. Fire considered incendiary, possibly linked to earlier drunken row at the Harvest Home Meeting Throsdavy.
Ticket sales begin August 25 and September 11 and 29 from Cincinnati and Lexington to Kentucky Tennessee Georgia Alabama Mississippi Louisiana Arkansas Texas. Fares include half rate and one and a third round trip. Former excuring rates canceled. For details contact James C Lavlbu, Sec Washington Indiana.
The Northern Pacific advertises a comprehensive rail route from St Paul to Portland with daily express trains and through Pullman service via Helena and Butte. It lists major regions and attractions across Minnesota, North Dakota, Montana, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, and California, plus connections from St Louis and Chicago.
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