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Newspaper
Odon Weekly Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1888
Page
2
Asa B Bruin is named the Republican leader for Bogard township campaign activities aiming for victory on April 9 with organized GOP hosts and community support.
A single assertion notes that all ballot-box frauds in the United States originated with the Democratic party. This claim highlights a charged view on election integrity and party misconduct in national discourse.
Joan A Wharf states he will not accept a deputy ship under any sheriff candidate. Local Democrats card the Democrat to curry harmony while factions led by Graves and Todd clash. Republicans watch as belligerent factions quarrel and influence stalls.
The primary conven tion occurs today as plans are laid for a jamboree in Washington next Saturday. Five Democratic candidates for sheriff will be sacrificed possibly six. Dark horses wait anxiously for results.
The Tre Daly Gazette notes Burr Traves appears to gain strength in the Democratic primary for sheriff. It suggests Tre is likely to win the nomination while Graves and allies congratulate themselves on an easy path.
Obher corporation has 125 voters with 7 Republicans and 27 Democrats. The text notes a local town majority for Tu, suggests Republicans would win outside the corporation, while Democrats seek consolation from a tight township race.
The writer accuses Democrats of relegating colored men to back seats or no standing in Democratic conventions, contrasting with Republicans and noting past and present practices show little improvement.
The letter writer, labeled a ranting Republican by a Democrat, faces harsh critique in a defensive reply. The Democrat asserts the correspondent is not a Republican but a well educated, sensible Democrat unafraid to air his views even when they expose his own party's errors.
The Republican slate lists six incumbents renominated and four new candidates. Elmore Harvey Manning leads with Steele John C. Wright and Washington Robert Russell among the names. Also on the list are Veale Joseph Willey, Madison Wm N McCarter, Bogard Asa B Baher, Harrison James R Steen, Barr Chris Walker, Van Buren A A Clark, and Reeve Robert J Barr.
The nation searches for a bold Republican standard bearer. The accepted profile is a steadfast, unapologetic Republican who would run a Republican administration from A to Z. The candidate described is Gen. Benjamin Harrison of Indiana.
In New York the Spilsmen press for the removal of Postmaster Pearson amid ailing Cleveland governance. They warn the replacement would influence the upcoming national election and shift the political balance as tariff Democrats face renewed scrutiny.
Local appeal urges keeping student board rates as low as possible to maximize money circulated in Oden. It argues 75 pupils paying near $4,000 total will boost trade, support grocers, and sustain the Normal’s operations, noting high rates drive away students and hamper local economy.
Inpr axaputts Journal notes Gen. William Henry Harrison growing as a favorite candidate for president across the Union. Leaders and voters in the Republican party view him as safe and worthy of confidence, with strong congressional and state backing. Colored voters' support is highlighted as a key factor, especially in Indiana where Harrison is seen as likely to win by a large margin. The piece suggests Chicago nomination in June is increasingly probable.
The Saint Patrick’s Day edition of The Gazette captivated readers last Saturday with its emerald themed cover and extensive coverage. Readers noted the festive tone and prominent display of green throughout the issue.
Charles Howard and Tom Vantrees led four deputies to oust occupants from a northern township dwelling. An armistice delayed the eviction until better weather as one resident claimed divine support and threatened to resist with the Devil if needed. Sheriff Bair’s force awaited clearer orders from Geo. D. Abraham to enforce possession.
The Daviess County Democrat accuses Republicans of hiding pension lists while claiming the claim is false. The letter argues Republicans publish pension rolls, blame Democrats for opposing veterans benefits, and labels the Democrat assertion as balderdash with no truth.
The Elmore township Republicans met in the Elmora school on Saturday March 17 at 2 p m to select a township ticket. Dr T M Sears called the meeting and Mart Nugent was chosen permanent chairman.
A political convention adjourned sine die after endorsing Mart Nugent for re election and praising his administration. J T Scorr served as secretary and the group thanked him for supplying appliances aiding their school work and encouragement.
In the northeast two clouds converged Tuesday creating a dramatic sky display. Spectators called it an omen of a grand victory in November and one fan shouted Hurrah for Ben Harrison as the northern cloud swallowed the southern one and continued on its majestic path.
The town schools hold their first annual commencement next Saturday night March 31 at Stoys Opera House. Graduates include Misses Belle McCoy Cora Danner Luna Alford Lillie Crooke Cora Abraham Sallie Critchlow ida Seneff Cora Ward and Messrs Ed Smiley Wm Pensinger Rufus Danner. Admission is ten cents to cover costs. The hall should be packed with locals for a memorable event.
A letter to the Martin County Tribune states that Was. H. Warnace of Trinity Springs can no longer serve as a Democrat delegate to the Democratic Congressional Convention two years after ceasing to align with the party. Warnace announces his Republican allegiance and urges the convention to note his change of voter conviction.
Viewers reported on road petitions with several changes and openings. Some petitions were dismissed while others were continued. Remonstrances led to appointed reviewers and poll tax relief was granted. Licenses granted to multiple liquor applicants. Pauper contracts for medical care listed by township. County bids awarded for coal and coffins. County Clerk J J Lacy bond approved. Bridge petition over White River at Edwardsport continued.
An Ohio area mercantile firm announces farewell to the citizens of Odon and vicinity. The letter thanks customers for their patronage and signals a gracious close to their business relations with high regard for the community.
Haig & Son and Haig & Lacy sever ties with customers and announce W. L. Fry as their successor. They urge patrons to continue visiting the old BUSINESS CENTER in Odon where Fry and his clerks will offer friendly service and goods at fair prices.
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