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Newspaper
Odon Weekly Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1889
Page
2
The Journal lists subscription terms with payment in advance, advertising rates by size, and local line charges. It notes electrotype and stereotype requirements and directs business communications to C W Crooke, with postal handling as second class.
Citizens debate a saloon in Odon with five men strongly opposing the plan while the Odgtt Afifjing Conmany reports twenty percent of weekly wheat intake. A claim cites a rainless 24 hours last week as an unprecedented national event.
A brief quotation contrasts the Alaska purchase with Britain’s empire noting the sun never sets on empires. It suggests in Alaska’s sunset the next morning Maine stands in daylight, illustrating geographic breadth and perpetual daylight symbolism.
Early morning report shows the Editeur visiting the mill before seven. A country wagon unloaded wheat and by noon many wagons had arrived and been unloaded, indicating high activity at the Champion Roller Mills.
A saloon owner plans to lower real estate prices in Odon to buy a Spring Street lot near Inein for a house and office. He heard Story is suing to place a lot on Spring Street and claims he will not offer 814 dollars, preferring to keep the saloon out of the deal.
The Indiana G A R post J W Thornburg Fost No 474 will meet at their hall on Thursday the 30th at 9 a m to observe memorial day. Comrades urged to attend and honor fallen comrades and the glorious cause. Flowers welcome by the committee on arrangements inviting Oden and nearby citizens to assist.
A barn owned by Silis Blough burned completely last Saturday night after horses kicked and awakened the family at midnight. Fire destroyed the structure and feed. two horses were saved though one was scorched. Loss estimated at 8500 with no insurance. authorities suspect a tramp caused the fire accidentally.
Harve Garten rode a large horse into town on a Wednesday. A sudden move toward a buggy caused the saddle girth to break and Garten was pitched to the ground. He stopped breathing briefly but recovered enough to joke about the near-killing breath. The horse ran on and was later captured. Garten suffered a nose gash and a bad headache from the fall.
The Champion Roller Mills near Odon showcases a three story, 53 by 41 feet mill building with a 54 horsepower Atlas engine and a 40 by 12 boiler. It features double roller stands, a special double separator, and four mills for wheat and corn, plus plans for flour meal and corn grits. First flour produced by Uncle John Shaffer and Frank Winklepleck. Edon Milling Company thanks locals for support.
A community letter argues against John Story seeking a liquor license in Odon. It states he plans a frame building on Spring Street near a barber shop and questions his trustworthiness. Residents vow to mount a remonstrance, hoping to keep the town dry and free of drunkenness and disorder.
Advertisement claims Dr J He McLean's Liver and Kidney Balm provides relief for kidney and bladder irritation. Targets readers with discomfort and promises soothing action. No clinical proof offered. Potential product marketing typical of period medical tonality.
A large audience greeted the YMCA gathering on Tuesday evening with many local residents attending beyond expectations. Rev Armen opened with prayer and Brother Mattingly gave welcome remarks as the program proceeded. flowers and cedars decorated the hall and bouquets were donated by town lakes and friends. A.M.C. and others arranged the pulpit display. a resolution thanked the volunteers and helpers. The notice promotes Dr. J. MacLean’s Cordial and Blood Purifier and Dr. New Discovery remedies with trials available at W. L. Stoy’s.
The undersigned is appointed Administrator of the Estate of Daniel Moturter, a condensed, resident of Daviess Centre Indiana. The estate is described as solvent. HO Mettarren is the Administrator with D. Liacetiirs serving as Attorney.
Notice given by the administrator of Daniel L. McCarter deceased of a public auction in Madison Township Daviss county Indiana on Tuesday June 11 1889. Personal property includes horses cattle sheep hogs wagon bagg et grain growing crops household and kitchen furniture and more with nine months credit and six percent interest.
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