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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1905
Page
7
The Knights of Pythias in Bradford announce June 18 as memorial day with Hon. B. I. Salinger of Carrolltown chosen to deliver the address. The services will be public and attract interest from locals and visitors to hear the noted state speaker.
J W Paschal death mourned with funeral at his Howard Street home conducted by J H Senseney from the M E church. A large cortege followed to Graceland cemetery where interment occurred. Dr M Paschal and Mrs Paschal attended the services.
I F Chiles of Gravity trades his Gravity hardware store building and residence for 200 acres of Missouri land from G N Oxley of Hopkins. The deal was completed in the latter part of last week through Blake & Million real estate firm.
Citizens of Bedford vote to stage a major Fourth of July event with speeches, amusements, parades, concerts, and races. The intensive program runs all day with platform singing, calithumpians, and fireworks under a broad committee lineup. A ball game and balloon ascent were postponed due to rain. new date set for the following Saturday afternoon. Bud Spurgeon sells dairy business to A Parrish and I Bailey.
At B. T. Brown home near Sharpsburg on May 1, W. H. Leno led Miss Dora Brown to the marriage altar, Elder G. R. Hawkins officiating. The ceremony followed by cream and cake as relatives and friends joined in best wishes for the couple Teno and Dora Brown, praised as worthy and esteemed.
William Large, born December 18, 1822 in Fayette County Penn, died May 26 1905 at his son in law Dr Pottery's home in Corning Iowa. He was 82 years, 5 months, and 8 days old. He married in Fayette County Ohio on February 22.
1858 to Lavina Hawkins their union produced six children. Dr. A. F. Large of Braddyville J. W. Large of Athelstan Dr. S. D. Large of Hopkins Mrs. Anna Reed of Athelstan Mrs. Hurbert M. Ramsay of Waterloo and Mrs. F. E. Potter who died December 18, 1904 in Corning. He settled in Jefferson township in 1856 and built wealth as a respected citizen and Masonic member. Funeral services were held in Corning and Athelstan with interment at Platteville cemetery. The Free Press extend-s sympathy.
Bedford resident Ben Rodgers, long blind for about twenty one years, has undergone an expert optical operation and is gradually regaining sight in one eye. He can walk around and recognize old friends, bringing happiness to himself and his community.
Rev R L Barackman delivered the class of 1905 baccalaureate at the Christian church on Sunday evening. The sermon based on Philippians 3 13 14 impressed locals as one of the best in the city. High school music under Miss Wetmore’s guidance received praise for its quality and training. The house was full and attendees greatly enjoyed the event.
Bedford invites all to attend a planned chautauqua with tents allowed on grounds. The committee touts top attractions and accommodations and urges selling season tickets to maximize participation. The event promises access to America’s premier orators and educators, aiming for the country’s best chautauqua.
The Larcr family extends sincere gratitude to friends and neighbors for the kindness shown during the illness and death of their loved one.
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