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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1907
Page
2
Farmers Picnic at Guthrie farm Bedford area
Lawrence county farmers prepare for an all day picnic and annual institute at the Guthrie farm one mile east of Bedford on the Heltonville pike. Prizes are offered for best crops and livestock. Hundreds expected for a general good time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence County
Guthrie Farm
Bedford
Heltonville Pike
Lightning Strike Ignites Home. Neighbor Buckets Help
A thunderstorm at 5 45 Tuesday morning struck Bert Scoggins home on South J Street. The fire department found no hose line needed as neighbors put out the blaze. Scoggins reportedly was knocked from bed but suffered only a shake up. The storm was the county's fiercest in the northeast, lasting over an hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert Scoggins
Hustling for Membership in Local Modern Woodmen Camp
The Modern Woodmen camp aims to double its membership within a year as the state log rolling event in Bedford approaches. Thirty-four applications were received Monday night and twenty-seven the week prior. A class of 100 is proposed for October, with progress suggesting the target may be doubled. The boosters committee leads plans to make next year’s state meet the greatest yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford
Sleeping fireman dies after railway accident near Richter
George B. Breckenridge former Bedford man died after a westbound train struck him while he rested beside the track during his first trip as student fireman. The brakesman warned him but he slept and was struck, dying at Ottawa hospital next morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisburg
Kan
George B. Breckenridge
Bedford
Richter
George
Ottawa
How The Telegraph Strike Began and Spread
J E Ryan of Los Angeles sent nine short words to Mrs Sadie Nichols of Oakland that triggered a nationwide telegraphers strike. The message followed a business quarrel and united workers across the United States in a work stoppage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Ryan
Los Angeles
Sadie Nichols
Oakland
United States
Western Union
Telegraph strike turmoil ends at Bedford office reopening
The Bedford local office resumes full operations after a telegraphers strike fallout. Union conflict centered on Mrs Sadie Nichols amid disputes with nonunion operator Ryan leading to his discharge and a walkout by fellow operators. Bloomington manager Miller capitulates and seeks reinstatement with his union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sadie Nichols
H. J. Jeffs
Oakland
Los Angeles
Nichols
Jotfs
Ryan
Lamb
Western Union
Bedford
Bloomington
Miller
Telegrapher’s Union
Harry Brenner
Elks Band Benefit Concert This Thursday
The Elks band plans a Thursday benefit concert with members circulating through the crowd to solicit contributions for the concert fund. Director Reed expects spontaneous, liberal support from Bedford residents and promises a special, enjoyable program for the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Elks’ Band
Reed
Bedford
Bug causes panic during church yawn near Danville
Augustus Travers, at a Danville Kentucky church, yawned and inhaled a large horned bug. The insect scratched and caused gurgling sounds shocking the congregation as people fled. The bug was expelled and Travers, though in pain, is expected to recover. The minister warned yawning is not appropriate in church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augustus Travers
Danville
Travers
Hall Marriage Dispute Ends With Door Lock Incident
Mrs Elizabeth Hall sought police help to regain possession of her clothing in her North Q street home after being locked out by her husband Nathan A Hall. She had filed for divorce the day before and contends the property is hers individually though Hall asserts joint ownership. The 27 year marriage prompted the intervention of Policeman Charles Moore who ordered Hall to restore her belongings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Hall
Charles Moore
North Q Street
Nathan A. Hall
Hall
Officer Moore
Clergyman Joins Scott Collins and Mrs Margaret Stephens
At noon yesterday Rev Enoch Agnes united Scott Collins and Mrs Margaret Stephens in marriage. Collins, a laborer, wed the widow of Alva Stephens, the man killed by Scott Spunk Jones last fall on the old levee, a circumstance that surprised many in Bloomington. The community had believed Mrs Stephens near death from consumption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enoch Agnes
Scott Collins
Margaret Stephens
Alva Stephens
Scott Spunk Jones
Bloomington
Bride and groom obtain license after health clarification
A county clerk refused a marriage license when tuberculosis was alleged against one applicant. Dr. Frank Turner later confirmed Mrs Stephens was healthy, the license was then issued. The couple will live at the Stephens house in Waterman’s addition. Mention of Jones, the man given a life sentence in Michigan City is noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephens
Waterman’s Addition
Jones
Michigan City
Old Settlers Picnic at Lakewood Promises Historic Displays
Labor day event at Lakewood features a barbecue with beeves roasted as in early settlement days and an exhibit of wooden plow mouldboards, reap-hooks, bells, firearms, tomahawks, and heirlooms. A record of historic items aims to preserve early American life while the Oolitic versus Bedford championship game adds high drama for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lakewood
Oolitic
Bedford
Prosecutor Fails To Appear In City Court Saloon Cases
A city court session ends without prosecution as the county prosecutor misses the hearing, leaving saloon cases unresolved and adjourned. Defendants remain free while the court notes the absence of the prosecutor and the lack of evidence.
Prosecution Delayed In North End Saloon Trials
The City Court cases against Chester Ingalls Fred Freeman A J Lynch and other north end saloonists charged with public nuisance were not tried as Prosecutor Fletcher was absent and no subpoenas were issued. Mayor Stipp said Fletcher planned to move the case to the Circuit Court. Helen Lewis board member and guardian helper to orphans is remembered for humane acts while the deceased’s remains head to her old home for funeral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Ingalls
Fred Freeman
A. J. Lynch
North End
Fletcher
Stipp
North I Street
Helen Lewis
Board of
Children’s Guardians
Animal World
Sixteenth and
H Street
Husband Describes Hell on Earth in Married Life
Hardwick testifies that marriage is hell on earth, alleging severe hardship and emotional distress. The remarks accompany a larger custody or domestic dispute case, with Hardwick detailing alleged challenges faced within the relationship.
Wife Causes His Arrest for Desertion and Divorce Suit
Howard Hardwick files for divorce from Bettie Hardwick in Lawrence circuit court alleging she chronic ly nagged and accused him of improper relations and desertion. He cites constant quarrels, a sale of household goods, and seeks custody of their eleven year old daughter Garnett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Hardwick
Lawrence
Bettie Hardwick
Hardwick
John H. Underwood
Garnett
Guns Of Dr Hurty State Health Officer Trained On Bedford
Dr Hurty the state health officer is described as trained on Bedford with a focus on handling firearms. The feature notes his expertise and the local setup. He is connected to health and safety initiatives in Bedford.
Bedford to Decide on Public Hitch Rack Friday
Dr. Hurty secretary of the State Board of Health plans a Sanitary survey and a public meeting in Bedford to oppose the public hitch rack in the square. He will address the council and citizens while farmers at Guthrie's Grove host their institute and picnic on the same day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hurty
State Board of Health
Bedford
Sullivan
Harry
Riley. Schrum
Board of Health
Court House
Lawrence County
Guthrie’s Grove
Dr. Schrum
Kentucky Governor Pledges Immunity for Taylor Testimony
Governor Beckham vows full cooperation with Commonwealth's Attorney Robert Franklin to guarantee William S. Taylor immunity from arrest and safe return to Indiana if he testifies in Caleb Powers murder conspiracy case at Scott Circuit Court in Georgetown Kentucky. Simpson quotes Beckham letter outlining support and travel safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.S. Taylor
Kentuccky
William Goebel
Franklin County
Lexington
Henry K. Youtsey
F. Wharton Golden
Taylor
Treasury
The
Commonwealth
Indiana
Courts ‘of Justice of
Kentucky
Hanly
Caleb Powers
Robert Franklin
Frankfort
Goebel
Beckham
William S. Taylor
Scott Circuit Court
Georgetown
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Robert B. Franklin
Commonwealth’s
Commonwealths
J. C. W. Beckham
Holy Jumpers Religious Group Noted In News
A Cincinnati man died yesterday while attempting to button his wife’s waist down the back. The piece notes the existence of the religious group in portions of the country and calls it the Holy Jumpers. In Connecticut, Miss Czatstaniakow wed Mr. Frinckinowey in a “for better or for worse” ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holy Jumpers
Country
Cincinnati
Connecticut
Executor appointed for Anna E psom deceased
Notice in Lawrence Circuit Court that Stephen M. Isom has been appointed executor of the last will and testament of Anna E psom deceased. The estate is described as solvent. J H Edwards Attorney on record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Anna Epsom
Stephen NM. Isom
J.H. Edwards
Lawrence Circuit Court
Jesse J. Day
Eliza J. Day
W. E. Clark
A. 9
Notice to Nonresidents in Lawrence County Court
The Lawrence Circuit Court September Term 1907 requires Delbert Owen, a nonresident, to appear August 20, 1907, at Bedford Court House to answer a Garnishment and Attachment action brought by Bernie L. Milican. The Clerk Boone Leonard signs the notice dated July 30, 1907.
Notice of Application For Liquor License Bedford Indiana 1907
Notice to residents of the Second Ward Bedford Indiana that Constant Gaussin will apply to the Lawrence county Board of Commissioners in September 1907 for a license to sell spiritous vinous and malt liquors in a room on the first floor of a two story brick building fronting on I street with the privilege of drinking on premises for one year. The location is described by precise measurements on lot 205 in Shawswick township. Damission to sell cigars and tobacco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford
Shawswick Township
Lawrence County
State of Indiana
Board of County Commissioners
Sach Room
L Steet
Shawswick
County of
Lawrence
Indiana
Constant Gaussin
Damission
Shanswick Township
Board of Commissioners
Foote
Highland
Reeman
Radford
Delbert Quackenbush
I Street
Second Ward
Ground to Build Road Bed for Grand Central Line
J C Stevens right of way agent for Grand Central traction arrives in Lawrence county to seek gratis right of way for Indianapolis to Evansville route. He claims one company is financed and imminent, asserts others granted access by landowners except three, and seeks local support and land for track bed ahead of Bloomington opposition. Col George W McDaniel to introduce Stevens to citizens Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Stevens
Grand Central Traction Line
Indianapolis
Evansville
Oaesday
Lawrence County
Marion
Brown
Morgan
Monroe
Bloomington
Tre
Lawren County
George W. McDaniel
Heward Will Be Well Done Good And Faithful Servant
An obituary note honors Heward for a long service remembered as well done and faithful. Family and friends recall steady work and dedication across years. The tribute emphasizes character, duty, and lasting impact within the community.
Blessed The Welcome Mrs Helen Newland Lewis Dies
Helen Newland Lewis, a Bedford resident born in 1847, died Tuesday at St. Vincent Hospital Indianapolis after cancer with a year of declining health. She is survived by her son Rupert and sister Alis Caress. her sister-in-law James Caress rushed to be at the bedside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Newland Lewis
St. Vincent Hospital
Indianapolis
Lewis
James Caress
Grim Reaper
Bedford
Tate
Ben. Newland
Rupert
Alis
Notice of Application For License To Retail Liquors
Delbert Quackenbush seeks a Lawrence County Indiana license to sell spirituous vinous and malt liquors in small quantities for on premises consumption at a front room located on the southwest corner of Lot 4 Block H Foote's Highland addition Bedford. The request covers tobacco cigars too and to appear at the county Board of Commissioners in September 1907.
May Agree to Terns
Governor Beckham and Commonwealth Attorney Franklin prep are to answer the proposition made by.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beckham
Commonwealth
Franklin
Bedford Indiana saloon liquor license petition record
Alderman Oscar Fiddler signs a 1907 application to Lawrence County Commissioners to sell spiritous vinous and malt liquors in Bedford for one year in a defined north front room of a frame building on lot 111 site I street Second Ward. Permission also sought to sell cigars and tobacco in the same room.
Notice of Administratrix Sale of Estate Assets
Notice of Administratrix sale of Virgil Able estate on September 3 1907 at the late residence Spice Valley township one mile south of Bedford. Auction starts 10 am with cash for sums up to 5 and six months credit for larger amounts with good security. Nellie E Able administratrix Brooks and Brooks attorneys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virgill Able
Bedford
Spice Valley Township
Nellie E. Able
Adminstratrix
Brooks & Brooks Attorneys
Indiana divorce action filed in Lawrence Circuit Court
Elizabeth Young by attorney Frank M. Vance files complaint against Jeremiah M. Young for divorce. defendant allegedly not an Indiana resident. term begins September 1907 with court to meet September 1. filed at Bedford July 16, 1907.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Indiana
Lawrence County
Lawrence Circuit Court
Elizabeth Young
Notice to Non-Residents in Lawrence County Tennessee
In the Lawrence Circuit Court Henry Hellmann is named in a divorce action filed by Anna F Hellmund. The complaint, affidavit, and attorney C B Johnston show Henry Hellmann is not a resident of Indiana and will be tried in absentia at Bedford Court House. The record bears Clerk Boone Leonard stamp dated July 30 1907.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF
Indiana
Lawrence County
Charlotte E. Taylor
Lawrence Circuit Court
Charlotte E. .Taylor
Charlotte B. Long
Alexander & Harris
Henry Hellmann
C. B. Johnston
Henry Hellmund
Lawrence
Hedford
Bedford
Boone Leonard
Notice of Non-Residents in Quiet Title Suit
Law court action in Lawrence Circuit Court Bedford Indiana to quiet title on real estate. Defendants named Emily Selby Join Selby Lycurgis and William Crawford plus others listed as deceased or unknown heirs are asserted non residents of Indiana. They must answer by September 1 1907 or the complaint will be heard in their absence. Clerk Roone Leonard signs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas J. Hunter
Lawrence
Ezra E. Hunter
Thos. J. Hunter
Circuit Court
Saich
Admr
McHenry Owen
John M. Johnson
Martin & Martin
Emily Selby
Selby
Lycurgis Crawford
William Crawford
Brolly E. Cooper
Jonathan R. Cooper
Jane Starr Dilley
John Dilley
Uriah Litton
Elizabeth Litton
Jesse A. Johnson
Margaret Johnson
Emily E. Gowper
Sarah A. Box
Indiana
Bedford
Roone Leonard
James A. Zaring
Joseph Kurtsman
Frank T. Thornton
Robert M. Parks
Louisa Richards
Theodore P. Uiall
Ecourt
Boone Leonard Clerk
Quiet Title Suit Filed In Lawrence Circuit Court
Plaintiffs by attorney James A. Zaring file to quiet title on real estate against Joseph Kurtsman and others listed as nonresidents of Indiana. Notice directs appearance on the 1st Monday of September 1907 at Bedford court house. failure to appear will lead to a hearing in absentia. Boone Leonard, Clerk.
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Thomas J. Brooks
Flec
B. Otis
Otis & Srooks
Lucetta Advertising
Durber
Scoggin
Him
Kansas
Mrs. Nichols
Elk’s Band
4-PAW
Sells Bros
Marvel
la Roque’s
Auto Somerset
Earth
Franklin’s Drug Store
Hell ON Earth
Dr. Hurty
Riley Schrum
Bedford, Ind
J. N. Hurty
Hainey
Elmer
Lemon
C. E. Mosses
Bessie
Petters
Lindie
Trask
Chas
City Hall
Burton E. Hansen
H. C.:. Duncan
Kemp
Japan
New York
Edward Fillion
Edward
Mitchell
Mary Fillion
South I Street
Draughon
Practical Business
Paducah
Lawrences County
Bernie L. Milican
Deilbert Owen
Frank Owen
Henry P. Pearson
Delbert Owen
Sean
Marshall H. Hunter
C. H. Emery
15Th and
Esta
E. S. Ferguson
Undertakers
East Side Square
Heward
Green
Monroe County
H. Weyer
Ind
Attorneys-At-Law
Bedford Nationa Bank
F. Marshall Woolery
Attorney AT Law
J. W. Trainor
East Side
Buford
Orrick
H. H. Walls
General Insurance
Hodge & Walls Bidg
Ayer
Mate
J.C. Ayales Manu
Springville
Thomas McDowell
Springvile
Oscar Fiddler
Cave Hill Farm
du -Jersey
E. U. Johnson
Martha Whitted
George Whitted
Alexander & Harris Attys
Adm
Martha A. Green
William E. Clark
Tulysth
1907
Notic
Lawrence Cieuit
Vurt
Virgil Able
Esate
Nellie EF. Able
Brooks & Brooks
Pleasant Run Township
Heltonville
J. J. Fankion
R. N. Tirey
J.J. Faubion
Administartrix
Jeremiah M. Young
Frank M. Vance
A. D
Ozark
Anna F. Hellmund
Uriah F. Johnson
Rachel de Williams
William J. Williams
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