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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1902
Page
4
The account recalls a sensational drama scene where Mr Sparling dies on stage downstage causing the curtain to reveal his legs. A stage manager cries to pull in legs while the "heavy man" improvises a solution by moving the body and fleeing.
The Chicago and Afton Railway sets up an Employment Bureau to recruit Roogie residents along the Alton Road line. The bureau head contacts towns along the line to identify young men of good conduct who wish to become employees. Recruits include telegraph students, clerks, operators, brakemen, and firemen, chosen after mental and physical exams.
In a playful exchange a man unscrews a stubborn can top amid commentary from his mother in law and wife. The scene hints at admiration for his steady hand as the couple teases about his sleep talk mentioning an openers metaphor.
A fragment from the Cleveland Leader shows two councilmen in a tense exchange about an ordinance permitting unlimited speed for automobiles. The dialogue hints at financial influence and municipal concerns amid a murky, unfinished report.
It cures sore inflamed feet and cures callousness and aching feet. Sold by all druggists. Price not stated. Don’t accept substitutes. Trial package free. Address Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy New York.
A witty exchange from Chicago Daily News features an old millionaire congressman urging honesty as the best policy. His son, a youthful philosopher, concedes while implying the elder has still acted shrewdly in the past.
Fragmentary ad copy discusses cough remedies and tonics like Brome Quinine, with scattered testimonials and pricing. Mentions Chicago Daily News and a Trinity, Indiana source, plus a social note about bachelors seeking ideal partners.
A 1902 Chicago sermon emphasizes preparing to meet God, citing Amos judgments on Israel, the danger of idolatry, and the certainty of death. The preacher urges personal accountability before God, insists on exclusive worship, and warns that sudden death can strike any life.
The sermon urges preparation to meet the Lord, using Isaiah and the wedding garment image. It stresses cleansing from sin by Christ's righteousness, repentance, and daily fellowship, noting the danger of remaining unprepared and the need to respond to the divine summons.
The piece explains a consolidation creating the International Harvester Company to align manufacturers with farmer customers. It highlights no watered stock, conservative capitalization, and ownership by manufacturers. Key figures include Cyrus H. McCormick as president and a long board list. The firm owns major harvester plants and aims to cut production costs to keep prices favorable for farmers.
An English observer recounts De Wet addressing men and women in a concentration camp after peace was signed. He states the flag is fallen, the old government is dead, and a new authority must be served. He praises loyalty while warning he will arrest and punish disloyalty. He recalls hunger and surrender, and asserts he would punish traitors.
The note discusses prophecies from prophets and politicians, referencing Sir James Jazette and an Agu. It suggests that prophecies may come true despite doubtful timing and context. The passage hints at historical political forecasting and public figures influencing belief.
The king and queen toured a temple garden exhibition where a shabby man handed the king a card, a twig clung to the queen's dress, and a gentleman staggered into a somersault as the royal party departed, each incident provoking quiet amusement.
Gen. Crozier orders tests for the 16 inch rifle finished at Watervliet New York. The army plans use of the Gathmann mount or a modified carriage, with Buffington’s disappearing carriage model as a possible alternative. The gun may end up at a New York harbor fort as a high power ordnance curiosity.
Reports revive the idea of an American visit by Emperor William with Prince Henry promising a warm reception. If undertaken, the crown prince would act as regent in the emperor's absence and be accompanied by his brother Henry. The emperor also criticized certain stage works, urging theatre to elevate and educate while inspiring perseverance toward ideals.
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