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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1906
Page
2
Advertising rates column lists pest terms and pricing per square inch and per display unit. Includes introductory line about per square inch rates and discounts for multiple insertions. Local advertising terms referenced with scattered illegible words and misprints.
The piece extols Indiana as the nation’s center of population, agriculture, commerce, literature, and railways. It claims Indiana leads in railroad density, natural gas, manufacturing growth, property per person, church membership, and school funds, with high scholarship. It invites readers to settle and hustle in Indiana.
A well known citizen attended the Merom chautauqua on Monday and observed a gasoline fueled boat at the Wabash river selling beer. Young men boarded the craft, the engine was started and the boat left the shore to serve them, then returned. The witness also rode a Riverton to Merom passenger boat and noted a mysterious wheel started after departure.
Wheat prices dipped under 70 cents at week’s end, first time since March 1902, with 67 cents low and a rally to just above 70. Oversupply pressures blame a glut across bankers, millers, elevator men, and speculators, while hopes of selling 1,000,000 bushels daily export demand keep watching. Weather in the northwest aids late wheat, harvests south, and foreign demand shapes prices as India, Argentina, and Russia influence trade. Cooney Spear family to Bedford. Spear mother Mrs. John L. Spear travels with household goods moved from Heltonville near Bedford. Charles Luedtke and Adolph Maick stay in Bedford for a week with relatives.
Northeastern county farmers and nearby Jackson county residents profit from rising Eastern land prices. East buyers flock for bargains, prompting cashing out and relocation by several landowners. Recent deals total about $20,000 with buyers largely from the East, including Abe Kindred 120 acres near Zelma for 4500, Mrs. Sarah Fountain 80 near Norman Station for 7000, Stephen D. Fountain 220 near Clear Spring for 9000, Thomas Thompson 80 near Zelma for 2500, and Everett Keithley 50 near Heltonville for 1700.
Albert N Flinn through attorneys Alexander and Harris sues in Lawrence Circuit Court for divorce from Minnie Flinn, alleging marriage on December 1, 1905, abuse, theft of a $20 suit of clothes and a Knights of Pythias jewel, and her departure with a new man. Jap Malott plans a 12 room house at 14th and M streets.
James A. Carre and his 11 year old granddaughter Maggie Mason were badly hurt when a horse pulled a wagon from Newland Caress meat market on 16th street. Loose straps caused the wagon to lurch and tip, throwing them onto the brick road. Maggie suffered a fracture near the shoulder. Mr Caress had scalp wounds and body bruises.
A large group of Bedford residents attended a grand ball at Horace Robinson's farm near White River on Mitchell road Tuesday. The event, the season’s biggest in colored circles, drew guests from Mitchell and continued dancing until daylight. Elsie Noe returned home Saturday from Indianapolis.
Whitecaps attacked William Wooten's home nine miles south of Nashville Brown County. About 40 masked men dragged his brother George from a barn tied him to a post and mercilessly whipped him with hickory switches. Victim left with severe bruises and head to toe injuries. He claimed the assault followed a claim that no one is in hell except Campbellite adherents.
John Lowery, through Boruff & Boruff, files suit alleging injury on November 5, 1905, at a United States Cement Co plant run belt without guards. He claims the dope application on a moving belt caused a crushed arm and lifelong disability, reducing earnings from $1.80 per day.
The Indiana State Board of Health will collect eight commonly used drug preparations from city drugstores, send samples to the State Laboratory of Hygiene, and publish results on purity and strength. Dr. Hurty notes frequent ptomaine poisonings from foods like veal and meat salads when kept in damp, poorly ventilated or dirty spaces. Clean cooling environments are urged to prevent such poisonings.
Acting Postmaster General Hitchcock orders halt to distribution of souvenir postal cards showing the lynched Gillespie and Dingham in Salisbury North Carolina. Postmaster Ramsey had barred cards pending Washington review after wide sales. one card mailed to Washington prompted federal action. James Peters of Heltonville is listed as in declining health.
The public seeks real plays and Si Holler promises truth and naturalness. Set in New England with a San Francisco earthquake scene, the production features Sam J. Burton as the central character and Maud Sutton in a comic role. The act costs and spectacular effects draw awe and lasting memory. Red Cross Shoe Store to reopen Sept 1 with fall stock. Frank Clampitt visits his ailing mother in Heltonville.
A broad Indiana survey shows farmers benefited under Republican rule with higher prices and profits since 1906. The report cites increases in corn and wheat prices, land values, and wages, based on farmer letters from multiple counties praising Republican tariff policy and denouncing Democratic terms.
Attorneys Underwood and Underwood file suit in the Lawrence circuit court to set aside a deed made by Jacob D. Richardson to his mother Mary E. Richardson in April 1903. Richardson alleges he was intoxicated and insane, received no consideration, and that his mother knew his condition. property valued about $6,000.
Mattie Burton by her attorney Calvin Faris filed for divorce from David E. Burton. Married June 9, 1892, they have a daughter aged 11. She alleges cold affection and abusive behavior, with property holdings of 10000 real estate and 5000 personal. Requests divorce custody alimony 5000 and 300 yearly. Hon L C Wright of Orlens visited the city Sunday.
Perry township Lawrence county Indiana trustees meeting outlines 1907 expenditures and tax levies. Township expenditures 48.80 tax 12c per 100 dollars Local Tuition 1406.00 tax 40c Special School tax 22.80 tax 22c Road expenditures 187.00 tax 5c Poor expenditures 4.80 tax 2c Total 3129.40 tax 1c per 100 dollars. Aug 6 1901.
In the Lawrence Circuit Court September term 1906 George R Sears as administrator of the estate of James W Sears deceased has filed his account and vouchers in final settlement. The examination and action of the court will occur on September P 1906 at which time heirs creditors or legatees must appear and show cause why the account and vouchers should not be approved. Martin and Martin attorneys.
George L. Tovey has returned from a business trip to St. Louis Missouri. He visited clients in the city and returned with reports on market opportunities and potential partnerships for his firm.
Notice to residents of Bedford Indiana Shawswick township Lawrence county. Milton O Blackwell announces intent to apply to the Lawrence county Board of County Commissioners for a license to sell spiritous vinous and malt liquors in quantities under five gallons with on premises consumption for one year. The described location is a front room on the first floor of a two story brick building in lot 205 facing the street. Application date August 24 1906.
While drilling a well on the McKee Anderson farm five miles north of town, Skerd and Sears struck rock showing traces of oil at a depth of 68 feet.
In the matter of the estate of Doll R Bowden deceased Term 1908 notice is given that William H Martin as Executor presented and filed his final account and vouchers for examination and auction in Circuit Court on September 21 1906 All heirs creditors or legatees of the estate must appear to show cause why the account and vouchers should not be approved
The undersigned Lizzie Wetzel is appointed administratrix of the estate of Joseph Wetzel, deceased, by the Lawrence Circuit Court, Lawrence County Indiana. The estate is to be settled under Brooks & Brooks Attorneys.
Chester Ingalls seeks a one year license to sell and allow drinking of alcohol at his saloon in a one story frame building in Bedford, Shawswick township, Lawrence County Indiana. The filing to be presented to County Commissioners in September details premises and permissions including cigars and tobacco sales.
Notice to non residents in Lawrence County Indiana in the Lawrence Circuit Court September Term 1906. Patrick McCann et al vs Indianapolis Southern Railway and others. United States Mortgage and Trust Company nonresident status. Defendant must appear October 1 1906 at Bedford Court House to answer. Clerk Boone Leonard seals court. Miers Corr attorneys for plaintiffs.
The Treasurer of Lawrence County Indiana invites sealed proposals by 2 pm Friday August 24 1906 for sale of Gravel Road Bonds in Linn Township 40 bonds at 142.50 each and Guthrie Township 40 bonds at 1250 each, payable semi annually. Bidders must deposit certified checks for a percentage of bids. Bonds dated September 1 1906. Auditor Walter G Owens signs.
In Lawrence Circuit Court, September Term 1906, Fred Matick sues John Owens deceased and heirs to quiet title to real estate. Nonresidents Jane Bishop and Henry Bishop noted. Plaintiffs demand appearance on Sept 1, 1906 at Bedford Court House to answer the complaint. Witness L. B. Boone Leonard, Clerk, July 6, 1906.
Lawrence county Indiana commissioners call for sealed proposals to construct gravel and macadam roads in Marion Spice Valley and Indian Creek townships. Bids due by 1 pm September 3. Each bid must include a bond equal to twice the bid amount.
Notice announces that N W. Bris has been appointed administrator of the estate of Flisha Dee, deceased, by the Lawrence Olrenit Court in Indiana. The administrator is reported solvent. Attorneys listed: Alesanges & Waris.
Legal notice in Lawrence Circuit Court at Bedford. Non resident defendants Mary Bailes Oscar Bailey Levi Bailey Mary Keiley Wheat Bai Sharhe Unailey Ang Burpsey Louise Miles Charles Berne and others must appear and answer the complaint by the first Monday in September 1966 or the court will proceed in their absence. Witness seal dated July 11 1966 in Medford.
Martin & Martinfiled complaint for Louisa A. Dulta against John Dunkin and numerous Crook and Grindstall spouses seeking to quiet title. Defendants, all nonresidents of Indiana, must answer by September 1, 1906, at the Lawrence Circuit Court in Bedford. Clerk LL S J Boone Leonard attested.
Notice is hereby given that Gilbert Harry as administrator of the estate of Tra Uurry deceased has filed the final settlement with vouchers. The Lawrence Circuit Court will examine the account on the first day of the September Term 1906. Heirs and interested parties must appear to contest or prove their heirship or claims. Alexander Harris attorneys for the administrator. Date June 20.
Notice is given that Lizzie Wetzel administratrix of Joseph Wetzel's estate will offer for sale at the late residence in Epice Villey township Lawrence county Indiana on Thursday August 30 1906 at 10 am the estate personal property including household furniture one span mules horses cows seven yearling cattle one sow and pigs nineteen hogs and other items. Terms cash for five dollars and under and six months credit for larger sums with a note at six percent interest.
In the Indiana Lawrence County circuit court of September term 1906 Patrick McCann and others file cross complaint against The Indianapolis Southern Party The Southern Construction Equipment Company and The United States Mortgage Trust Company. The defendants are summoned to appear by the 2nd day of the next term, first Monday in September, to answer or demur. Clerk Boone Leonard signs. Brooks & Brooks represent.
Lawrence Circuit Court clerk announces Ezra F B Hunter appointed administrator of the estate of Thomas J. Hunter late of Lawrence County Indiana deceased. Estate described as probably solvent. Attorney Melbury Owen represents the administrator.
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