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Newspaper
Odon Weekly Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1888
Page
2
The Delaware County press notes Indiana backing for General Harrison, cites Indiana and Kentucky as loyal Democratic-split states, and outlines plans for the Indiana Republican convention on May 3, 1588. Delegates from Davie ss county pledge to vote for Harrison ally W. Gardiner.
The Democrat quotes Sam Jones claiming Cleveland will win while asserting Republicans hold more advanced ideas. He criticizes northern Democrats as scalawags and says he would vote Republican if he lived there.
The Journal reports widespread issues at the county treasurer’s office including tax errors, misdescriptions of land, partial land details on receipts, missing treasurer names on vouchers, and inconsistent records. The piece questions efficiency and care, while praising Mr Smith’s integrity and urging tighter controls.
A 19th century letter discusses Arkansas election results and Republican wins. The writer advocates a free ballot and fair count, arguing southern electors would back Lincoln and the Republican nominee if suffrage and counting were fair. The piece recalls Southern Democrats debating contesting Garfield H Hancock and stresses a full, unfettered vote.
Frank Stafford a druggist of Plainville made a voluntary assignment Tuesday to Trustee Rink for the benefit of his creditors. The assets are small, the liabilities more.
A township report recounts Abraham's troublesome tenants in the North part, with deputies ousting the Onealls after a tense confrontation. Furniture was hauled to the road and doors nailed shut as the tenants vow to return, while officers prepare further action to restore possession.
A mass convention of reform elements in sympathy with the Union platform adopted in Cincinnati in February 1887 has been called for Saturday May 5 in Washington. The aim is to nominate candidates for county offices to be filled in November.
A Marsh resident child of Foster Yount was severely bitten in the face Tuesday by a vicious dog. The informant says the face was almost torn to shreds and recovery is doubtful. The dog was killed on the spot.
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