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Newspaper
Otterbein Sun
Location
Otterbein, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1901
Page
3
Mixed local notices and brief items mention G W Roudebush at the fairgrounds, visits to Peoria, medical ads, and relatives in Osford and Pine Village. The column notes dental services, a Ladies Aid meeting, and a lighthearted gag about education and physique in a small town context.
A travel diary recounts a four day stay in Buffalo. The party rides to Niagara Falls, enjoys the Falls’ majesty, views government and state buildings, and observes exhibits from South Bend and Elkart. An evening electrical display at the Exposition impresses before a Sunday church service and a Monday return by Lake Shore route.
Thursday morning Charles Maxwell narrowly escaped death after entering Ed Steely and Jakke Lawson's pasture. A bull charged, knocked him clear, pinning him beneath its body. Horses noise drew the animal away, Maxwell was found injured with multiple broken ribs and bruises. he is recovering.
A pocket book with a dollar in change and a postage receipt found last week at the post office has been returned. The finder showed kindness by leaving it where found and knowing the owner, bringing satisfaction to all.
Leaming Timmons, two year old son of N A Timmons, is resting fairly well after illness. Dr Leaming reports the child is about holding his own and progressing slowly.
Local items report Jack Bartincialet in Fowler and Mrs Agna Bartley of Lafayette visiting her aunt Mrs Frank Christian. Otterbein baseball beat Battle Ground 17 to 0 with Prof Roberts and wife noted. Various residents, travel, and community notices appear, along with farm supply ads and club meetings details.
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