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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1915
Page
6
William Compton who escaped from Mayor Faris' office in Mitchell last week was recaptured Thursday near Mitchell. He faces multiple charges including illegal sales running a blind tiger and deserting his child. He was released on a $2000 bond for an appearance Monday.
George Peugh a sixteen year old deaf mute and son of Elmer Peugh of Washington county was seriously injured when a gun discharged as he rested it on a log while watching for squirrels. He was found by his brother after a delay in returning home and two physicians later treated and amputated his arm. His condition remained serious due to blood loss from the delayed medical attention.
Mary Turpin daughter of Mr and Mrs Alvin Turpin of Peerless is in serious condition after a vicious dog belonging to Everett Cross bit her upper left leg. The wound infected, doctors expect heroic treatment to prevent serious trouble. Several people are mentioned visiting and traveling for various reasons unrelated to the incident.
The Third District Republicans held a large barbecue and love feast at West Baden Indiana on August 12 with about 3000 attendees and 460 at the banquet. Speakers included Dr Ben Bruner James Watson James Goodrich Quincy Myers and others on the state ticket. Edward Bush of Salem emerged as a new lieutenant governor candidate and John Edwards of Mitchell led a delegation for Congress. Watson attacked the Wilson administration and discussed defense and foreign policy while praising tariffs and GOP unity.
Friends of Judge Oren O. Swails of the Jackson-Lawrence Circuit Court urge him to announce a Democratic bid for Congress from the Fourth District. He would face Lincoln Dixon of North Vernon, seeking renomination, with Lewis A. Harding of Columbus also mentioned as a possible candidate.
EMU Misses Bessie Thomas Christina and Madiline Kruchten return home after a visit with Mr and Mrs R E F Plummer at Leesville. They left Saturday morning at six and reached Leesville at one. They departed Leesville Thursday at 12 49 and arrived in Bedford at 4 45. The girls enjoyed the trip and took different routes there and back making the journey more interesting.
Mr and Mrs Alvin Colvin and two children depart for Benton TX where Colvin plans a regular touring string of shows. Colvin once worked as a Western Union messenger and now finds success in show business. He bought two South G street properties to convert into his on tour home when not on the road. Nearby residents Louie Driscoll Lottie Kimbrell and Edith Moore return from Trinity Springs after ten days away. The Johnson and Meadows families visit relatives at Peerless. Imupbert Gyger family travels to Avoca for a Baptist Association meeting Tuesday.
Salem and Bedford gatherings feature prominent figures including Colonel W. T. Durbin former Senator James A. Hemenway Fred A. Sims Captain Harry S. New Colonel George Lockwood and Charles G. Sefrit. Senator W Wang of Bedford A State Treasurer hopeful active on grounds leads efforts praise for his organizing role and anticipated district support for Mr. Lanz.
Joe Ketchum and Stephen Doyle were sent to the state penal farm to serve fines for intoxication. Ketchum received seventy five days, Doyle fifty days, with a two year city departure condition. Bob Juff was fined heavily and probation suspended if he left Bedford for two years.
A group from Bedford spent the week at the Dorapzhema cabin on White River. The travelers included Newland Caress Schuyler Hendricks Mrs Onnis Garrison Mrs J W Garrison Mr and Mrs Thomas Brinkworth Miss Marguerite Brown Miss Laura Mason Miss Ruth Sherwood Mrs James Caress and Elmer Stephens. They returned home Sunday.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad announced contracts for 17,000 tons of heavy 1060 pound rails and 1,000 steel hopper car bodies for immediate delivery. The rails will replace worn Chicago Line track and the 100 600 pound capacity car bodies will equip rebuilt hopper cars. Total recent equipment purchases now around 3 500 000 dollars.
Cards from Dr and Mrs E J Mitchell say the couple left for Pasadena California to visit Mrs Bush and family. They will tour the Panama Exposition and other points of interest in the West. Prosecutor Woolery went to Indianapolis Monday to visit his brother and will return Saturday noon. Mr and Mrs Tom Meglemre and daughter Ruth of Felden Fields spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Will Meglemre at Englewood
Ada Shields a Jasonville girl visiting Mr and Mrs William Dobbins at the Dobbins Hotel near Sixteenth and K streets sustained a broken right arm Friday afternoon while roller skating on roller skates. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Lee Shields of Jasonville.
Mrs Noah Hatfield underwent a surgical operation at City Hospital on Thursday for relief of tumor trouble. Dr Norman performed the procedure with assistants Dr Carey and Dr Weir. The patient withstood the operation well and was doing as well as could be expected later that afternoon.
The Southeastern railroad sold tickets to the Old Settlers Meeting at Odon on Friday morning. Southbound train No. 1 ran 40 minutes late due to heavy load between Terre Haute and Odon. Trainmen reported five crowded coaches and packed platforms. The Odon Turnaround stayed overnight and will bring the Bedford crowd back Friday night.
The funeral of Mrs. Anna Strong aged 75 was held Tuesday at the home of Guy Dixon in Binhook with burial in Tunnelton grave yard at 3 PM. She died Monday and had no relatives in the area.
Harry Donica Togurs of the city plays with the Bloomington HL team and may travel to Chicago for the contest.
Bloomington Daily Bulletin reports third baseman Sfarry Donieca may join the Cubs next year after a request from President Thomas and quick input from Lindsay. Donieca played in the Three-T league this season with 87 games 216 at bats 56 runs 23 bases on balls 18 stolen bases and a .272 batting average.
Gilbert H Trendron chief accountant for the State Board of Accounts sends notices to Indiana officials urging purchases from the Indiana Reformatory at Jeffersonville for items produced by the trade school. Officials face misdemeanor penalties and fines for noncompliance. a catalogue will be issued. The institution houses a printing plant and will expand printing operations aided by new funds.
W S Gilbreath field secretary of the Dixie Highway Commission reported progress along the proposed route from Miami to Indianapolis. He cited enthusiastic meetings, local funding efforts in Florida counties, and bends sold in Daytona for road building. He planned to traverse Bedford Bloomington Martinsville and on to Chicago after Indianapolis.
M. J. Morgan has been promoted to a top position in the New York offices of Shea Donnelly and Giber son Stone Company and has already gone East to assume duties. Mrs. Morgan plans to join him in New York City. Miss Pearl McCain left Thursday for Elnora to visit relatives for a week. Mrs. Paris Burch traveled to Williams to spend the day with friends.
A.J. Mulky, a car blocker for the Consolidated Stone Company, badly mangled the skin on his left hand several days ago. He faces possible blood poisoning and extended idle time if his condition does not improve, with the injury occurring during his shift.
Fourteen year old Pati al way James Vanwinkle underwent another operation for peritonitis at City Hospital. His condition has been serious for some time. Matthew Robertson bought J A Kemp property on South Main Street in Salem to move his family to the county seat, described as one of Salem's most beautiful homes.
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