Wilson imitates Cleveland in tariff fight trust over patronage
The Globe Democrat notes Democrats fear President Wilson will block appointments until tariff details are settled and will have final say on the tariff plan. It compares Wilson to Cleveland’s use of patronage and calls for party unity amid leadership questions and potential “usurpation” claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Senate
Cleveland
Congress
Gorman
Smith
New Jersey
Murphy
New York
House
Underwood
Bryan
Democratic Party
Brown County Flood Wreaks Havoc In Salt Creek Valley
Nashville Indiana reports the greatest Brown County flood draining roads and bridges, with estimates of damage up to 250000 dollars. Many homes barns and crops lost, Johnson and Jackson families missing, and residents sheltering in hills as towns evacuate. Food and fuel scarce, telephones down, crews search flooded areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville
Ind
Brown County
Jackson
Salt Creek
E. P. Jordan
Here
Ladies Aid Society
Lelkinsville
John Owens
James Owens
Monroe county hero drowns after saving 122 people
Rom ey May of Stanford who ferried 122 residents to safety during the 1913 flood at Peru was drowned when a boat capsized while aiding a woman seeking a shawl wrapped around a bird cage. The 26 year old single railroad worker died after heroically saving others. his body was recovered near Peru and funeral arrangements made in Bloomington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe County
Romey May
Stanford
Peru
John E. May
May
T. H. Carrol
Chespeake and Ohio Railroad
John Headen
The
Baptist Church
Bert Sparks
M. Martindale
Eva, Fern
Lulu May
This County
Bloomington
Indignant Democrat Claims McKinley Flood Records Overplayed
A local Democrat decries Republican boasting about flood damage, arguing the Wilson flood surpasses McKinley in drowned victims and high water. He insists Democrats deserve credit for response, citing rival claims as exaggerated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linton
County invites bids for temporary Davis Ferry Bridge approach
The Lawrence County Board will on April 8 1918 at 11 a m receive sealed bids for a temporary south end approach to the Davis Ferry Bridge. Bidders must present their plan with the bid. Ezra W Edwards 313 Auditor Lawrence County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis Ferry Bridge
Ezra W. Edwards
Lawrence County
Post 247 to Meet for Burial Service
All members of E C Newland Post 247 are asked to meet at G A R Hall Friday at 1 30 p m to assist in the burial of Elisha G Johnson late member. Services at the residence 150 R St at 2 p m. Burial at Green Hill. V V Williams Com.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. C
Newland Post No
G. A. R. Hall
Elisha G. Johnson
R St
Green Hill
V. V. Williams
Card of Thanks for Willard H. Baker
Neighbors and friends offered kindness during the illness and death of Willard H. Baker and for the floral offerings. Herschel Baker and wife Cietice Baker Helen Baker Charles Baker Loyd Baker express gratitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willard H. Baker
Dollar Shoe Sale Promises Bargains This Saturday
McCormick Bros advertise a semi annual sale offering about 206 pairs of shoes and slippers with original prices from 31.50 to 4.00 reduced to 1.00 for Saturday only. The notice invites shoppers to see the value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCormick Bros
Notice to Non Residents in Lawrence County Court
Notice is given in the Lawrence Circuit Court March Term 1913 that William F Brooks filed a complaint to quiet title to Indiana real estate. Nora Brown and Nellie C Brown must appear by April 21, 1913 or be heard in their absence. Clerk Elbert Jd. Stalker signs the seal February 27, 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nora Brown
Circuit Court
Lawrence County
Indiana
Nellie C. Brown
Lawrence Circuit Court
Bedford
Petition for Discharge in Bankruptcy of Louis Mayer
The court orders a hearing on the bankruptcy discharge for Louis Mayer No 3565 District of Indiana. The hearing is set for May 14 1918 in Indianapolis with publication in Bedford Mail and mail notice to all known creditors. The judge is Honorable Albert B. Anderson and Noble C. Butler seals the order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Mayer
District of
Indiana
Indianapolis
Bedford Mail
Albert B. Anderson
Noble C. Butler
the Court
Guardian's Sale of Real Estate in Bedford Indiana
Lawrence Circuit Court guardian announces sale of Edna A. Martin's real estate on April 25 1918 at 2 PM on premises. Property is east half of Lot 274 in Bedford with no liens, payment terms require one third cash and rest in installments with six percent interest and first mortgage security. Sale subject to court approval. Marilda A. Martin guardian. S. B. Lowe attorney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Circuit Court
Edna A. Martin
City of
Bedford
Lawrence County
Indiana
Notice to bidders for Lawrence County Poor Asylum supplies
The Lawrence County Indiana Board of Commissioners will accept sealed bids until 1 pm on April 7 1913 for supplies for the Poor Asylum quarter ending June 30 1913. Bids may be in classes and are to be filed with the Auditor. The board may reject any or all bids. Ezra W Edwards Auditor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Indiana
Lawrence County Poor Asylum
Notice of Administration in Indiana Estate
The Circuit Court of Lawrence County Indiana appoints Spencer W. Smith as Administrator of the estate of William Foster Jr deceased. The estate is insolvent. Underwood and Underwood are attorneys for the administrator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Indiana
William Foster, Jr
Lawrence County
Spencer W. Smith
Underwood & Underwood
Lawrance Circuit Court summons in 1913 quiet title suit
In Lawrence County Indiana the Lawrence Circuit Court issues notice to defendants in a quiet title real estate suit by Quincy A. Turnbaugh and George A. Shultz. Defendants must appear April 21 1913 to answer or demur or the case will proceed in their absence. Clerk Elbert J. Stalker signs. Brooks & Brooks attorney.
Notice to non residents in Indiana divorce case
Lawrence County Indiana Lawrence Circuit Court January Term 1915 Laura Bryant v Albert H Bryant Complaint No 7884 non resident defendant must appear by March 8 1913 at Bedford Courthouse to answer or demur to the complaint action is for divorce Elbert J Stalker Clerk Seal
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Laura Bryant
Albert H. Bryant
Boruff & Boruff
Indiana
Notice to heirs creditors in Woolery estate
In the Lawrence Circuit Court January Term 1918 notice is given that Alice Campbell as Administratrix has filed a final settlement for the estate of Drucilla Woolery deceased. The examination and action will occur April 2, 1913, at Bedford Indiana. Heirs creditors or legatees must appear and show cause why the account should not be approved. Clerk Elbert J. Stalker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drucilla Woolery
Lawrence
Alice . Campbell
Circuit Court
Bedford
Indiana
Elbert J. Stalker
Estate of Susan F Cutsinger Administrated in Indiana
State of Indiana Administrator of the estate Susan F. Cutsinger de vent. William J. Cutsinger Administrator. Boruff and Boruff Attorneys.
Estate administrator for Mary E. Hardin named in Indiana court
The Circuit Court of Lawrence County Indiana appoints the undersigned as Administrator of the estate of Mary E. Hardin late of Lawrence County The estate is to be settled under Indiana law with the administrator responsible for all duties and filings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Lawrence County
State of
Indiana
Mary E. Hardin
Sol- Fred Bowen
Notice of Estate Proceedings for Elmira Cole
The estate of Elmira Cole of Lawrence County is opened for probate. Sadie E Anderson is named administratrix with J L Smith as attorney. Pending filings determine deadlines and further actions for creditors and heirs.
Floods Rewrite Old Water Marks in Ohio and Indiana
The Globe Democrat notes unprecedented floods in Ohio and Indiana. It cites the Great Miami and Ohio River records, stressing rapid changes and surprise deluges. It warns engineers to reassess safety margins and study conditions carefully.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Indiana
Great
Miami
United States
Dayton
Globe Democrat
Rebuilding Work Planned For White River Bridge Approach
Preparations are under way to rebuild the south approach to the White River bridge south of the city after flood damage. The wooden approach was in poor condition and county commissioners will move quickly to replace it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White River Bridge
River and road flooding near Mitchell pike and Spion Kopf bridge
The Write river continues to fall slowly but remains a crossing problem for the Mitchell pike south of the city. Salt creek also receded enough to permit driving at the Spion Kopf bridge while the Oolitic and Bedford road remains under water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiite
Mitchell Pike
Salt Creek
Spion Kopf Bridge
Oolitic
Bedford Road
Roscoe Allen to Take Draftsman Post in Wisconsin
Roscoe Allen, employed by the Indiana Quarries Co. for two years, will move to Superior Wisconsin to assume a draftsman position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roscoe Allen
Indiana Quarries Co
Superior, Wis
Bridge on Williams road held by flood anchor
The lower bridge on Williams road washed out and lodged a quarter mile down Salt Creek. It is anchored in a position that suggests the timbers are not damaged and, apart from the shingles, could be taken apart and returned to its original position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams Road
Salt Creek
Heltonville Residents Visit City on Wednesday
W. D. Clark and A. Z. Bartlett, both of Heltonville, were in the city on business Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D. Clark
Heltonville
A. Z. Bartlett
Also Mentioned on This Page
Valley
Tion
Monroe
Herschel Baker and Wife
Cietice Baker
Helen Baker
Charles Baker, Loyd Baker
William F. Brooks
Guardian
Marilda A. Martin
S. B. Lowe
Board of Commisioners of
Circuit Court of
Quincy A. Turnbaugh
George A. Shultz, Et al
George A. Shultz
Elizabeth M. Shultz
George A. Schultz
Elizabeth M. Schultz
G. A. Shultz
U. G. Hoshaw
J. Emme Hoshaw
B. H. Grigsby
Brooks & Brooks, Attys
A. D
Susan F. Cutsinger
William J. Cutsinger
Boruff
Boruff, Attorneys
Christopher Schmidt
Mary Schmidt
H. M. Burnham
Harrodsburg
Elmira Cole
Sadie E,. Anderson
J. L. Smith
Tobuld
Armstrong & Murpey
Sterling Drug Store
Walls & Walls Insurance
Hodge
Wally
C. H. Emery
15Th and
Kata
Langshangs
Minorca
J. M. Lawson
Sparkeville
J. W. Trainor
Hamer & Sm
Lin
Johnson-Smith Excelsion Co
Bedford National Bank
Citizens Trust Co
Sav.ngs
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