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Newspaper
Odon Weekly Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1888
Page
2
The notice outlines subscription terms payable in advance, local ad rates, and display rules. It includes inflammatory partisan remarks accusing the Democrat of whisky influence, challenging Charley Colbert and named figures like Hiram McCormick and James M. Graves, and ends with a parable about glass houses.
A newspaper analysis notes President Cleveland vetoed a widow’s pension bill and blasts Democratic claims about large crowds at Elnora. It claims Repudiated by Republicans in solid support, it mocks exaggerated tallies and argues Democrats face limited turnout and ticket-scratching only for valid reasons.
The text notes a Republican rally planned for next Thursday October 24 at Elnora with a call for a large delegation from Odon. It mentions travelers from Odon to Evansville facing crowded cars and a late return after hearing Hon. William Heffernan of Washington speak on political issues at the Opera. Heffernan praised Republican ideas and criticized free trade Democrats.
An Indianapolis News item recounts a school tradition of sharing facts about George Washington before a holiday, noting a 19th century moment when a young pupil named Ben Harrison was praised after offering a nickel to the teacher, illustrating local affection for the future president and the Harrison family.
George D. Abraham Munday praises the Blaine Saturday event saying the turnout overwhelmed observers. He notes the crowd was immense and cannot be counted by numbers, likening it to acres of attendees.
Washington Gazette reports subscribers of the Indianapolis Journal receiving papers with Democratic campaign documents folded inside. The Journal offers 109 rewards for evidence to convict any postmaster or employee for inserting circulars or tampering with private mail before delivery.
General Hawler of Connecticut speaks of Harrison in the Senate six years. He cites Harrison’s eminent legal ability, powerful argument, wise counsel, and public private integrity. Hawler notes Harrison’s gallant soldiering, noble ancestry, and humble beginnings, asserting he is qualified to lead over sixty million people.
Traveler W J Johnsey recounts visits to Elkhart and South Bend Indiana, Valparaiso Normal School, Chicago's Lincoln Park, Freeport birthplace of Charles Guiteau, Madison Wisconsin views, Richland Center English Ridge scenery, and Prairie du Chien Iowa rolling prairie. He notes water power, manufactories, state houses, and school buildings. He signs from Glenville Minnesota dated Oct 11, 88.
A dying man, once wealthy, longs for a simple drink from his father’s well. He refuses wine and water from his wife and child, whispering a fading plea as his strength leaves him. His last word hints at thirst and a final need unmet.
A London writer notes new avenues for women in the United Kingdom. Women are employed as hotel clerks ticket sellers ushers bartenders and in exterior and interior painting and decoration. Window gardening gains traction with the Lambeth Flower Association promoting beauty through flowers. The archbishop of Lambeth supports this society as a key advocate.
Richmond Telegram reports Harry Kertz writing W. Dulin that 300 won and 590 teams back the Evansville and Richmond line between Bedford and Einora with a junction to Evansville and Indianapolis. W. Dulin expects continued expansion into Richmond next year as Pasa Handle gains right of way in Evansville and a depot property option is secured, while Mackey's Geoieh bleeds up with a rival to enter Richmond. In life decline, readers are reminded kidneys and liver may derange, yet Dr J H McLean's Liver and Kidney Balm remains a regulator.
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