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Newspaper
Odon Weekly Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1889
Page
2
The Journal announces subscription options with advance payment and rates for one year and six months. Advertising rates are listed by space size and price, with rules requiring three months in advance and a minimum local ad charge, plus a note on mounting electrotype or stereotype characters for insertion. Communications should be sent to C L W Cheek in Oden Oklahoma.
After several weeks of waiting the suspense is over as a long anticipated decision is finally announced, ending the period of anticipation and signaling a resolution for involved parties.
The statement declares J Wubbard will be in charge of mail delivery once the Republican rule is established, signaling a confirmed administrative change.
The nation prepares for a centennial Independence Day, aiming to make this Fourth of July one of the grandest in history, with hopes of uniting the people in nationwide festivities.
The message states it will take two to three weeks to arrange arrangements before a new prime minister takes office. It mentions a bond must be executed and sent to Washington City and then the commission will be forwarded. The text is partially garbled but indicates official steps.
The new statute declares that three or more people uniting for an unlawful act at the right time or while wearing white caps mask or disguises shall be guilty of riot. Conviction carries up to ten years in prison and fines up to $2,000.
A Ohio newspaper sued forty three men who dodged subscriptions and won judgments for each claim. Twenty eight claimed not owing more than the legal limit, causing arrest for petty larceny under a new statute. They were bound over in 200 dollars each. all but six posted bond while six remained jailed. The law now makes taking a paper and refusing to pay larceny.
The Mt Carmel Register notes in growing towns one to two dozen people are asked to volunteer for public benefits while about two hundred affluent citizens gain the benefit yet pay little. It calls on every citizen of Odon to contribute according to means to support any proposed public improvement.
Citizens of Newberry vote 21 to 5 in favor of incorporation. Steps will be taken soon and an election may be ordered by the commissioners if expenses are manageable. A neighboring town in Jiaviess County has incorporated with better streets sidewalks and longer schools, suggesting Newberry could follow suit.
Citizens of Newberry move toward incorporation and consider forming a building and loan association to boost the town. The step could enhance growth and stability as the community organizes.
A thirteen year old boy from Ireland Indiana visited Turner South's family in Petersburg. After a supper table incident he washed with lye soap and climbed a tree jumping to the ground. He later fell into a fit, foaming and biting, showing hydrophobia and was returned home the next day.
The Thornburg Post 404 met at their post room and marched to the M E church for a memorial sermon. Rev Woods and Rev A Honna spoke as veterans’ sacrifices were recalled with emotion and prayer. The sermon lauded the living heroes and emphasized unity bought with sacrifice. The day proved profitable for attendees.
Weather interrupted part of the program as J W Thornburg Post and S of V camp held Decoration Day rites. Soldiers and S of V laid flowers at the cemetery while indoor exercises proceeded at U B church with Rev A A Armen delivering the Decoration speech. The hall featured elaborate emblems and flowers and displayed portraits of Grant and Lincoln with Washington's banner in view as flags and fires warmed the room.
Citizens oppose a saloon in their midst sparking a heated debate. The piece notes local opposition led by townsfolk and a legal standoff as supporters push for business openings. A doctor’s endorsement of a patent remedy appears amid the turmoil, highlighting era-era commercial pitches.
Local notice invites all residents to a community gathering emphasizing youth participation. The progr am includes gospel song numbers 285 and 343, scripture reading by Elmer Bunch, prayers by 8 D Potts, an essay by J M T Boyd, a salute, an address by Ezra Mattingly, additional song 303, a recitation by W E Edgin, and testimonials.
An advertisement urges readers to write Jim W. Dalrymple at Solsberry Indiana for special offers on a winner and prompts sending pictures for copying or enlargement. It promotes Dr J H McLean's Strengthening Eye Salve at 25 cents a bottle to treat weak inflamed eyes and granulated eyelids.
An 19th century style advertisement proclaims Bucken’s Anica Salve as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter and more with a money back guarantee. Sold by W. L. Stroy at 25 cents a box.
Sam Dunlap and W. R. Neeriemer form a partnership to operate Dunlap and Neeriemer Planing Mills. They purchased full mill machinery in Cincinnati this week, with engines and boilers to be bought in Pennsylvania. Mills will be new and located on the railroad north side between Oak and Springs streets.
John H Antshouse is appointed Administrator of the estate of Jacob M Altshouse late of Daviess county. The estate is probably solvent. The notice records the appointment and duties of the administrator under state law.
Administrator announces public auction of all personal property of Jacob M Alishouse in Davies county at the Tate residence Madison township. Sale Tuesday June 25 1859. Items include horses hogs cattle sheep wagons plows household furniture crops wheat corn oats and more. Terms cash for small sums and nine months credit on larger balances with note bearing six percent interest and surety. HM Crookn, attorney for estate.
The undersigned has been appointed Administrator of the Estate of Daniel L. McCarter of Daviess County Indiana. The estate is believed solvent. Wes McCarren appointed. J D Lava attorney.
The Administrator of the Estate of Daniel J McCarter, deceased, will auction all remaining personal property at the late Madison Township residence in Da Views county Tudiana. Items include cattle sheep pigs wagons barns grain crops and household furniture. Auctions begin nine o clock with six percent interest on secured notes after maturity.
The text describes readers urged to return ballots by mail with express post, referencing state and local examples. It notes concern over timing and directs attention to official notices from authorities and campaigns.
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