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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1919
Page
6
James Milton Beck asks for release from custody of a man identified as a former convict, Mary Beck, in Lawrence Circuit Court. The proceedings occur as the defendant remains in custody in Columbus.
A family dinner was hosted at the home of Mr. and Mrs Frank Jackson located west of the city. Relatives and close associates attended the gathering celebrating a family milestone.
Large crowds attended the Battle Tank exhibition in Bedford on Monday with both afternoon and evening shows. Officials urged buying Victory Notes to support the war effort as civilians toured tanks and heard speeches by local pastors.
Mpoat wes Fred Saleh and chile dren ricered oit to the former's mothers near Sparksburg to spend Faster. The pleasure fi the day was raarrad ty she me sa at siti, who was in a critical camidon for some time froze scapeing Pinaf ores had been hoid with some acid as pre- Berval Dry wag called from Helfon Tile, who needed in counteracting the ore of the poison after using extreme treatment. Mrs. Smman will not Decide to ie um herve for several days.
Mrs Criney and husband were in a Bevelay car Sunday when a collision occurred. Mrs Gaines describes the crash after Mrs Owens failed to brake correctly and pressed the accelerator, causing injuries including a cut across the forehead.
Harry Jimbree reports missing soft drinks from his warehouse near the public square. A boy was captured in the building on Tuesday night while another attempted escape. No prosecution confirmed yet. Family thanks friends for support and floral tributes after a death in the Fisher family.
The trial of Andrew Eggers in the United States Federal Court at Indianapolis, charged with aiding an army deserter, has been postponed to Tuesday April 29 at 9 20 o'clock. The case had been set for earlier in time but was delayed due to pending matters.
Speedcar drivers slow down through warning signals but fail to observe safety rules as authorities seek adherence to posted limits and track guidelines.
Bedford High School held an oratory and reading contest in its auditorium with five reading contestants and four orators. Judges chose Marion Mitchell and Maurice MacFadden as winners, and the top performers will compete in Bloomington in May. The event showcased strong talent and close scoring among participants. Cardwell relocates furniture store to the Wilson building on the square, praising the historic Town Hall structure and planning extensive display space on both floors.
All day Boyd Red Cross gathering at Mrs. Will Stipp’s home on Thursday April 17 featured a noon dinner and music. The group decided to drop Red Cross branding and become The Rosed Social Club with plans to meet next May 1 at Mrs. Doretta Wartley’s home.
In the Lawrence Circuit Court April Term 1919 John Pridemore as Administrator petitions final settlement for the estate of Jesse Burks deceased Heirs creditors and legatees are required to appear May 3 1919 at Bedford to show cause why the account and vouchers should not be approved Witness the Clerk and Seal John R Andrews Clerk Bedford Indiana April 19 1919
The pearler department urged drivers to observe speed limits with fifteen miles per hour allowed only in specified downtown and congested districts. Residents along Lincoln Avenue and Washington Avenue reported many complaints about speeding in the city.
Tony D. Christopher of Hammond Indiana and Dovia Beasley of Williams were married at 10 o’clock Tuesday by Justice J L Smith at his office near the square. They left on the 10 30 train for Hammond to establish their home. Hostesses Mrs Hughes and Mrs Childers plan a Thursday Pythian Sisters Circle supper at Mrs Childers residence on Rast Tech street.
Red Cross shop calls for finishing 600 refugee garments this week for immediate shipment. Knitters should turn in all knitted goods now with a month to finish shawls 45 by 45 inches. Eric Bloomstrand of Jamestown is visiting Seymour with his aunt Mrs John Wells after serving in France with the 27th Division.
The undersigned appointed by the Lawrence County Court of Indiana as administrator de bonis non of the estate of William Turley deceased of Lawrence County. Henry M. Tustey named as administrator. S. G. Lowe, Attorney.
The circuit court of Lawrence County Indiana appoints Dennis Blackburn as administrator of the estate of Jo Virgile Blackburn, deceased. The estate is said to be solvent and Brooks & Brooks serve as attorneys for the administrator.
Notice states the Circuit Court of Lawrence County Indiana appointed Emmitt Pope as administrator of the estate of Harvey H. Fane, deceased. Brooks & Brooks, Attorneys represent the estate. Proceedings to settle the estate are announced by the administrator.
The Circuit Court of Lawrence County handles the estate of Eliza M Turley deceased late of Lawrence County with Neilie C G Fitzgibbon named as Administratrix. The document appears to reference administration and related duties for settling the estate.
The Circuit Court of Lawrence County has appointed Fred Freeman as administrator of the estate of Amanda Ferguson, deceased, late of Lawrence County. Smith and McCormick, Attorneys, represent the administrator in this matter.
Administratrix Clara B. Hobbs will sell at public auction on April 2, 1919, on Leesville Pike Bedford east Fire Mies, described personal property including two yearling colts, various cows and calves, hogs, hay rake, cider mill and more. Sale begins 10:00 a.m. with cash for sums five dollars and under. over five dollars on six months credit with interest. Brooks & Brooks attorneys.
In the Circuit Court of Lawrence County Indiana the estate of Chester C. Tucker deceased is administered by R D Tucker as administrator. Brooks and Brooks appear as attorneys for the estate.
Court filing lists Ollie C Bryant as administrator with Harold Kelly serving as attorney. Adwie appears as a related party in the probate action seeking resolution of estate matters.
Late filing notice for the estate of Haitie I. M. Brooks in Indiana. The administrator seeks probate authority and appointment to wind up the estate.
The Circuit Court of Lawrence County appoints Lela Brinegar as administrator of the estate of Noeful Brinegar, deceased, with Mobert L. Mellen serving as attorney.
State of Indiana, Executor of the will of Amanda Ferguson, deceased, late of Lawrence County.
Mr and Mrs W H Gwens received a long distance call that their son Wilbur had arrived in Camp Kaylor from New York to be mustered out of service and expected home in a few days. Mrs J W Accam rents the South O street home to Mr and Mrs Carl Bass and will stay with her daughter Mrs John Miller on Tamily M Street for the present.
Carl Pearson, employed at Hammond, returned home Tuesday evening to visit family. Kip is considering relocating to Florida.
In the matter of the estate of Mary McKnight deceased Lawrence Circuit Court Bedford Indiana. Eller McKnight as Administrator has filed his account and vouchers for final settlement. The court will hear on May 2 1919 all heirs creditors or legatees to show cause why the account should not be approved. Clerks seal by John Fr Andrews Clerk. W E Clark Attorney. Altwee.
In the matter of the estate of Eliza Jane Garwood deceased Fannie G Storer as Executrix filed final settlement and vouchers in Circuit Court on April 26 1919 all heirs creditors or legatees may show cause why the account and vouchers should not be approved and the Executrix discharged Henry Owen attorney
State of Indiana administrator de bonis non of Burgess Cox deceased Lawrence County John R Sullivan administrator Ray RA Boriff attorney M 28 wie.
Notice of appointment announces Clara B. Hobbs as administratrix of the estate of Joel J. Wobba deceased in Lawrence County Indiana by the Lawrence Circuit Court clerk. Estate believed solvent. M28 wee
Notice is given that Joel L. Hobbs as administrator of the estate of Newton C. Plummer deceased has filed the account and vouchers in the Lawrence County Indiana circuit court. The account will be examined on April 21, 1879, and heirs creditors or legatees must appear to show cause why approval should not be granted. Heirs must prove their heirship at the hearing. Clara B. Hobbs Administratrix. Brooks & Brooks, attorneys.
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