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Newspaper
Odon Weekly Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1888
Page
2
The text notes the National Republican convention in Chicago and forecasts a western nominee being Ben Harrison. It mentions a June 2 meeting of the Democrats of Daviess county likely to nominate a sheriff candidate. It includes subscription terms and postmark details for the 1888 publication.
The text argues that no one in the United States doubts General Harrison has strong prospects for the presidential nomination except those who wish to see him defeated.
A warm Democrat figure drew attention last week as a hound chased it to the brink of heat. The Journal entry deemed it somewhat worthy of notice yet consumed an entire column to publicize the matter.
The race for county treasurer is marked by sharp exchanges over the so called erroneous tax receipt business. Republican candidates argue for strong campaign vigor while Democrats press the issue to rally support and critique incumbents.
The passage notes Governor Gray’s long time Republican stance until 1872 when he declined the Republican nomination for Lieutenant Governor. It characterizes him as part of a faction of Democrats who oppose the GOP for positions denied to them.
The Albany Times-Union questions Cleveland’s nomination and argues the 192,000 majority lacks rallying force for St Louis. It considers the situation perplexing and notes the presumption of his availability as a flawed premise.
The writer claims to have chased not game but vermin and notes a fierce response from the former Democratic office. The passage likens their pursuit to scenting a sensitive target and hints at a lingering stench from turning over the issue.
Detroit report notes Senator Voorhees will respond to Senator Signs at a gathering before the Indiana Democratic Association. The event may feature a question box with prompts about doors and party loyalty.
A Jan 15 note to the Chicago Tribune praises Col C C Matson calling him the meanest man in the United States Congress for opposing pension bills for widows of John A Logan. It claims he deserves a tombstone inscription praising his actions and hints at his death.
The fragment cites a strong negative description of the Democratic candidate for governor in Indiana, labeling him as the meanest man in the state. It reflects a contemporaneous political attack or opinion fragment without full context or verification.
A heated exchange continues between factions of the Democrat and the Journal over alleged clerical errors in Treasurer Smith’s receipts. Authors claim multiple errors exist, challenge the Democrat’s denial, and promise proof including specific receipts from Madison and Bogard townships.
Fragmentary text questions whether biased defenders of errors deserve public acceptance, hinting at carelessness or incompetence among officials and suggesting affected individuals are victims of this conduct.
A sermon on sowing seeds of conduct and the moral law. The piece uses farmer imagery to urge separating evil from good seeds, avoiding vice, and following honesty toward self, others, and God. A parable about a wealthy neighbor and his cattle illustrates repentance, plus a cautionary tale of a girl who strays from a narrow path into danger.
The article highlights school activities at the Normal. J M Kreteham returns to class. A drawing class exists in the primary department and a teacher reading circle reviews books. Prof Mattingly assigns handkerchiefs and pencils. Miss Effie Hannan visits Nellie. Anatomy models from Germany aid Physiology. A whiskey rout drawing draws attention. Preparations for May 30 grand concert start. Twenty four daily classes keep students moving to recitations. An invitation welcomes Oden residents to visit the Normal.
The operation will begin carding on June 1 as planned. Dring on your wool by Dusiar and Persurve is noted for the process.
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