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Newspaper
Osgood Republican
Location
Osgood, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1885
Page
8
North Vernon sees thefts and social visits as various residents and travelers pass through. Local officials report stray crime, while churchgoers and families attend services and weddings, with nearby towns sending visitors and reports of illness and travel.
The article notes Maurice H Lesigihone Ratsie, a business figure, visited on Thursday. It records Dearborn County railroad property valued at 526,227 dollars and the Big Four depot at Lawrenceburg valued at 45 dollars on the tax duplicate.
The Grand Jury now oversees local youths as part of county oversight. Various residents are noted visiting relatives and renewing subscriptions, while local merchants advertise sales and promotions. A jail escape and court actions headline the week’s legal items.
The advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a universal remedy for jaundice consumption weakness and urinary issues. It claims quick safe relief with guaranteed satisfaction and lists B F Spencer of Versailles Ind as the seller at fifty cents per bottle.
August Hartman Jr. of Osgood faced arraignment for attempting to provoke court. a first six jurors failed to agree, a second twelve juror panel found him guilty with a fine of 1 dollar plus over 70 dollars in costs. He appeals to the Circuit Court. The town comment condemns idle loafers who sponge off friends and incur debt.
Will P Hart departed for Crawfordsville last Wednesday afternoon to pursue the practice of law. He was a highly successful Versailles school principal and taught at summer normal schools in the region, and he led in educational circles. He had recently partnered with F M Thompson in law practice and is now entering a new professional field.
A buzzard rode a sequence of local landmarks starting at the old depot then landing on the Sun office cornice. The sight drew little surprise as residents called it a proper stopping place before the bird flew on.
In Ripley county doctors met at Dr. Anderson's office including Jas Zuteke J Roberts C H Cary J M Robinson S E Gigan Jas Anderson and J G Jones. A permanent organization was formed with Jas Anderson as president J Roberts as vice president E D Freeman as treasurer and J G Jones as secretary. They set committees and adjourned to meet the first Monday in October 1885 at the same place.
Improved machinery for the manufacture of wire fence prompts the formation of the Aurora Fence Company with Downey of Aurora Shaw of Rising Sun and Stockwell of Moore's Lill directing production. The Brookville Democratic urges early school preparation as districts move to graded schools and emphasizes sending children on the first day. It also calls for jail sanitation improvements proposing earth closets and a $200 improvement plan.
Sheriff Hughes ordered bailiff Adkins to double watch three prisoners but left the jail unguarded for a day. The piece argues escapes stem from jailor negligence and notes the lower cell floor was not a proper barrier and would not be if prisoners drilled or left alone long enough.
The state case against Thomas W. Foster at the present term draws broad interest with divided opinions on guilt. Rumors of prosecutorial spite are denied by Osgood residents though locals believe the horse was stolen. Prosecution and defense are well mobilized as spectators anticipate the trial outcome and jury decision.
J M McCoy of Osgood tells authorities details from the Thirteenth Annual Inter State Industrial Exposition of Chicago held Sept 2 to Oct 17 1885. The piece praises Chicago exhibit's lasting success and high attendance. It also reports local county politics and court actions including the Jennings county treasurer dispute and bond battles. Obituaries note Marion A Tucker born 1853 died Aug 1885 with church ties.
Mrs ary Aily of Tunkhannock Pennsylvania suffered six years with bronchitis and poor health. A bottle of Dr King s New Discovery last October brought relief, improved strength, and she regained weight after physicians offered no relief. Spence Ki Thole Ididrug Store sells large bottles.
A Versailles nine visited Moores Hill on Saturday and returned cheerful after a lively game. Moore's Hill won 33 to 6 and plans a rematch in Versailles next week, with a playful wager on the outcome.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve touted as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions. It claims to cure piles with money-back guarantee. Price 25 cents per box sold by B F Spencer Versailles Ind.
Elijah Boswell, long famed for honesty and integrity, turned 80 on Tuesday. Friends and relatives planned a large dinner to honor him, but heavy rain kept many away while others joined later, leaving Boswell touched by the esteem of all who know him.
A fragmented plea touts a weekly Republican newspaper for one dollar per year, claiming it undercuts all county papers. The text repeats pricing and urges readers to subscribe, implying improved value and consistent delivery.
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