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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1911
Page
2
The Providence Journal notes that corn prospects after early seeding appear uncertain. A sizeable 1910 stock kept food cheap but a new large crop could raise prices for beef pork and eggs. Warm weather and drought may yet ease conditions, tempering any rise in corn values.
A Boston report claims women’s feet are enlarging due to more outings and athletics. Chicago retailers acknowledge the trend, attributing it to increased walking and activity among women, causing higher leather use per pair of shoes.
The piece compares US pulmonary tuberculosis deaths to India's plague outbreak, noting about 30 000 US cases last year and arguing that America's level of illness is unacceptably high during the six month Indian epidemic. It urges better action by civilized America to address the burden of consumption.
A prankster in Atlantic City attempted a drowning imitation to frighten the crowd. The stunt escalated into a genuine scare, taking an hour to revive the man as officials noted water’s inhospitable nature for such humor.
The top‑paid woman in government service is announced as the person in charge of coin production at the mint. She is expected to oversee money making, with the position described as essential to the nation’s currency operations.
A wealthy New York woman refused to patronize a Los Angeles hotel after learning her dog could not receive massage treatments in the barber shop. The brief illustrates tensions between guests, pets and hotel services.
A local San Francisco woman jabbed a man with her hatpin causing injury and then scolded him for exposing himself. The exchange suggests she belongs to a stereotype of women who see men as brutes.
A chicken and a dog caused a minor stir as a St Louis hen collided with a motor car, seemingly interrupting traffic and prompting talk of the old joke about why the chicken crosses the road.
A New York woman laments that poets are born not produced at a steady rate, saying America needs more great poets as she describes the lag between inspiration and verse.
A Pennsylvania minister leaves the pulpit to work as a carpenter and contemplate his words on making or missing a nail.
A large elephant reportedly broke from its enclosure and caused a brief disruption when it turned to block a moving train, stunning onlookers and delaying service. Police and handlers corralled the animal as crews restored safety.
Satiety women who take up aviation will get a comprehensive view of the new styles in hats.
The king and Bishop of Worcester voice concern that English public schoolboys lack polished continental and American manners. Observations at Victoria Station show youths meeting relatives as shy and awkward, unlike self possessed French and American peers. B P Boy Scouts official defends shy English youths, noting manners improve with self reliance and training.
Henry D Belmont of 6416 Ellis avenue offers his two year old son as security for a loan of 2006 dollars to Charles J Jones of 1206 East Seventy second street amid financial distress. Negotiations continue as Belmont hopes to move with his wife to New York for work while Jones keeps the boy until repayment.
A Chinese prison once praised for electric lighting and high quality food proved too costly. The facility will remove electric lights and reduce staff, offering prisoners only two bowls of coarse rice and self-provided clothing. The older prison will be restored.
Hundreds along the North River near 45th Street watched a truck horse struggle after plunging from a dock. The horse swam for about an hour before Joseph O'Neill from West Forty‑ninth Street rowed to it, cut the harness, and guided it ashore. It appeared refreshed after being rehaernessed to the wagon.
Marguerite Veail of Wichita and Marie Freeman of Indianapolis, both 16, reunite in Indianapolis after being adopted as babies. They learned they were sisters only recently and had never met before. They plan to stay in touch and avoid further separation.
Dwight Graham of Mare Island claims ownership of a remarkable chicken that has drawn attention from Solano County chicken fanciers. The mongrel cross between Plymouth Rock and Buff Orpington lays eggs seven inches in circumference and about one quarter pound in weight, five times weekly, for three months. Graham rejects sale offers despite high bidding.
Robert Beauthemin of Wolfboro New Hampshire faced a medical emergency when a bean became lodged in his windpipe. He traveled 125 miles by car at about 40 miles per hour to reach a hospital for a critical operation.
Chicago scientists report a newly evolved mosquito variety spreading in the area and linked to illness. Entomologist Prof. William J. Gerhard, based at the Field Museum, leads ongoing studies with university collaboration planned. Researchers from Chicago and Illinois urge funding to control the pest as suburbs report summer prevalence.
W McNeal of Cincinnati with Captain Danielson caught the season second swordfish near Avalon California. The 175 pound fish took thirty three minutes to land, likely a record for a fish of its size.
A Hostess Paper Costume Party invites girls to wear gowns made from paper in red white or blue with judges awarding prizes for beauty originality or humor. The event features inventive tree displays such as The Pear Tree and The Orange Tree, with edible and decorative treats and a fortune teller.
Children six to eight stage a social party imitating mothers afternoon teas. Real grown up names on cards become guest names while dolls can be brought. A doll tea table with china and simple sweets creates a playful scene of dress up and hosting with light games and prizes as an option.
Ladies clubs seek ideas to raise money with eight trees as centerpieces. Use potted plants and autumn leaves with wild grapevine and woobbine. Decorate with leaf crepe papers to form an arbor on trellis. Oleanders and rubber plants supplement. Booths formed around the trees.
A verselet notes September as the sapphire month for a birthday maiden and the most auspicious for marriage. It cites September’s 16th 18th and 20th as especially happy wedding days and links September’s glow to smooth, serene life.
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