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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1919
Page
4
Obscure obituary notice fragment lists names Atis and Brooks Thomas J Brooks with editors Frey Otis and others. Mentions society editor Ames W Glover and a manager with garbled text. Figures show a price or fee and job department reference but no clear event details.
Walter Crawford reported a cut from the sheriff’s posse during pursuit after a man attempted to assault Helen Gillman, 13, four miles north of Bloomington. Bloodhounds tracked a suspect, Ralph Hed Anderson, 21, who fled with an auto and siren to Bloomington where he confessed.
Veterans of old Battery A of the Indiana National Guard meet at the Denison hotel to plan a May celebration welcoming the One Hundred and Fiftieth Field Artillery to Indianapolis. A second gathering is scheduled for next Friday evening.
In a harsh critique, the writer condemns the postwar 20 percent telegraph price hike by the Wilson administration. The piece argues government control after the armistice raised costs and reduced service, accusing Washington of waste and profit at the public’s expense. It labels the move an arbitrary action harming ordinary citizens.
Coroner reports four men died when a shipyard platform collapsed under fifty to seventy five workers during the launch of the S 100 ton iron cruiser Waukan on the Delaware River at Bucks County. Most workers were rescued. the incident is blamed on platform rules violation.
Fragmentary OCR output mentions police responses and a ceremony at a religious site with references to a place and time. Names and specifics are unreadable, hindering a clear summary of event, location, or date.
A garbled notice mentions a fire warning and public service actions. It references a Monday event, a Saturday warning, and a perceived need to discourage urban fuel use. The text cites a utility company increasing rates to reduce interference with people needing basic services.
In a case moving through the superior court, five suits allege abusive actions by constables who entered homes and arrested suspects. Plaintiffs include Con bles Tlosd Girrel and Daniel Met toy, with changes sought in the litigation as authorities face scrutiny.
Agricultural note advises planting large ensilage varieties from the south three weeks earlier in northern states. Early April to early May sowing yields sturdier plants, better frost resistance, and higher grain and silage quality. Emphasizes judging by feeding value and the benefits of thorough cultivation.
Miss Sylvia Simpson youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Samuel Simpson died peacefully Sunday morning at home on South T street after a three year illness Born November 27 1892 near the city she spent most of her life in Bedford aside from a period in the country for outdoor life The end came as disease ravaged her health Surviving are her parents sisters Mrs Pora Smith Dr Morville Simpson and Mrs Eve Jones a message from Mrs Leva Tew Cohasset Minnesota arrived with word of the death Funeral services were set for Wednesday at ten thirty AM at the South L street residence with burial at Green Hill Harts Bellview Park property and other local mentions noted in the notice
Secretary Baker approves British authorities in Turkey arrest of James Spoliv and his wife for treason. They are described as closely linked to the German spy network in Palestine and among British Indian subjects, with the action authorized by Washington.
A judge from the appellate court sues a carmaker seeking redress for injuries claimed after a test drive. The case targets Parainuat, with Edgar Johnson listed among the involved parties and firms. The filing cites damages and injury details from the incident at a factory site.
Pensacola April 2 Three men Masiens Carl Wigel A Hobbins and student officer FE Lo I Tints died in a collision of bi planes at the naval air station Ensign Jesse Simpson was injured in the crash authorities reported
Mrs. A. 2. Pless traveled to Somerset to attend the funeral of Miss Jessamine Cook daughter of Mr and Mrs R. Cook. Cook, a Mitchell native, was a Somerset High School and University of Kentucky graduate and was teaching this winter. The news came as a shock to relatives. The funeral was held Wednesday.
The Health Board and Tubercular Association executive committee schedule a Sunday afternoon meeting at the Opera House to discuss tuberculosis education and prevention. Speaker Dee Hurry will address the mass meeting, with Miss Anne Straight reporting on county school health work and a plea for public attendance.
A Franklin event Saturday marks the death of a locally known Lawrenceport man. No other details available.
Thomas Kalliday, longtime Lawrenceport resident, died Saturday at age 0. His body was brought to Lawrenceport for burial amid friends and family, with interment to take place in the local cemetery.
A Lawrence County Indiana notice invites farmers to continue a three year free service contract for pruning spraying and stock replacement in orchards sold in 1916 17. The message touts proven stock quality and ongoing support urging neighbors who did buy to expand orders and praising past business.
We express our thanks to neighbors and friends for kindness during our mother’s illness and death. We thank those who offered and provided the funeral arrangements and flowers. special appreciation to Mrs. C. Rariden, E. S. Ferguson, and Mr. and Mrs. Lew Ferguson.
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