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Newspaper

Bedford Weekly Mail

Location

Bedford, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1915

Page

7

Funeral Held For Mrs. Anna Hackett at St Vincent de Paul

Funeral services for Mrs. Anna Hackett were held Tuesday morning at St. Vincent de Paul Church, conducted by Rev. Father Lannert. Interment followed at Green Hill. Survivors include son Lawrence and daughters Julia Nellie Catharine and Marie, with nine of her fourteen children predeceased by husband and son Mike.

Anna Hackett St. Vincent de Paul's Church Father Lannert Mike Hackett Joss Lawrence Julia Nellie Catharine Marie Green Hill James O'Connell Pat Murphy John McMahan John Dalton Denny O'Connell James Culhan Earl Ricker Detroit Michigan Johnsan Cleo Mar Edward’ Hackett Dorothy New Albany Fannie Riley Indianapolis Lizzie Johnson Seymour Batman Kelley Blair Bloomington Eugene Roberts Louisville

Indiana State Penitentiary project progress in Warren township

Capt Ralph Howard assistant superintendent reports rapid railway work from Monott north of Putnamville to the farm. He notes heating plant construction lags due to material shortages with shipments still missing. Boilers not yet started so 700 workers will rely on blankets. day work continues with extra effort.

Ralph Howard Indianna’ State Warren Township Thie City Monott Putnamville Thie Farm Greencastle

Thanks for kindness and flowers after loss

Public notice expresses gratitude for sympathy and floral offerings after the death of a wife. J H Beavers and family returned from Williams after visiting Luther Pierce. Anita and Harvey Hartman returned from White Creek after visiting relatives.

F. C. McCoy J. H. Beavers Miss Anita Harvey Hartman Laie White Creek

Douthitt Fined 250 In Federal Court On Guilty Plea

James Douthitt was fined 250 dollars in Federal court at Indianapolis before Judge Anderson on his plea of guilty to violating a postal law. Multiple cases were heard and disposed of in the Monday session.

James Douthitt Indianapolis Anderson

Bells and Chimes Installed at West Baden Hotel

The West Baden Springs Hotel in Indiana now features Yerkes Temple Bells and Westminster Chimes. Installed under Harry A. Yerkes, the system uses 170 Swiss resonator bells and 36 chime tubes, playable on one keyboard via a switch, with the setup praised for its acoustics in the grand atrium.

West Baden Springs Hotel Yerkes Temple Westminster Lee W. Sinclair West Baden Springs Co Harry A. Yerkes Yerkes Soundifects Co New York Springs Hotel United States Yerkes Company White City London England Sinclair West Baden

Martinsville Pastor Edwards Accepts Logansport Call

Rev J Richard Edwards former pastor of the First Christian Church Martinsville has accepted a call to lead a church in Logansport He will leave Martinsville this week His popularity and many friends in Martinsville are saddened by his decision Tuesday city events and Sanford Stewart of Harrodsburg subscribed to the Daily Mah.

J. Richard Edwards First Christian Church Christian Church Martinsville Logansport Edwards Sanford’ Stewart Harrodsburg

Heltonville Beats Oolitic In High School Battle Injuries

In a Saturday basketball game at Heltonville High School between Heltonville and Oolitic teams, Oolitic won 14 to 11. Seth Ramsey, son of Dee Ramsey of Heltonville, suffered a broken collar bone amid a painful injury during the match.

Oolitic Heltonville High Oolitics Seth’ Ramsey Dee’ Ramsey Heltonville

Thanksgiving program brings community together in Buddha

Citizens of Buddha gathered for Thanksgiving with over a hundred attendees. Rev. Wilson Whitney led the morning service followed by a parish dinner. Edith Cherhart of Bedford directed music. Tunnelton High School presented a debate on whether women should vote, with the affirmative winning by fifteen points. County Agent C A Jones gave a closing address as locals are urged to attend upcoming services.

Buddha Wilson Whitney Alk Mein Ess Jones David Edwards Algo Lhd

Injured in Peerless Fight Homer George Improves Sligh tly

Homer George, injured in the Peerless road dispute fight last Friday, shows improved condition Monday morning though he suffers head pain. Dr. McDonald reports ongoing headaches with little new update by Tuesday afternoon. Curtis McBike, also hurt, shows slight improvement and can move his legs a bit, per Dr. B J Mitchell.

Homer George Peerless McDonald Curtis McBike B. J. Mitchell McPike

Funeral Services Held for Curtis E. K. Ray at Church of Christ

The Church of Christ in Orleans filled with relatives and friends as Curtis E. Ray was laid to rest at Green Hill. Rev. J. E. Terry and Rev. A. F. Dalton led the service with favorite hymns, followed by pallbearers Wallace, Harry, Frank, Esthel, Edward, and Jesse G. Ray. More than a dozen Ray relatives traveled from Idaho, Alabama, Georgia, and New York to attend.

Church of Christ Curtis EB. Ray J. &. Terry Orléans A. FF. Dalton Green Hill Wallace Harry Frank Esthel Edward Jesse G. Ray Charles Ray Salt Lake Pa Fred. Rays Pocatello Dale Ray Maladi City Idaho C. D. McCormick Virginia Edward Ray City Harry Ray Harriston Alabama Wallaee Ray Villa’. Reea Georgia Ithel Ray Andrasianpyis New York City J. E. Terry Orleans J. W. Ghess C.M. Hanger Alice Wall Lydia Weyer Hoovier Hall Mitchell Curtis, EK. Ray Thomas’ Ra Yor Shawswick

Sale Charge Against Grover Marley Begun in Circuit Court

The Lawrence circuit court opened Tuesday morning with a jury for the case of Grover Marley charged with making an illegal sale. John H. Underwood defends Marley as the trial proceeds.

Cover Marley Lawrencé John’ H. Uridérwood

Arrest of Sam Romaine by Deputy Sheriff on Tuesday

A deputy sheriff placed Sam Romaine under arrest on Tuesday. Bond was set for release according to the report.

Case Of Milt Blackwell Postponed On Absence Of Witness

The case of the State versus Milt Blackwell for an alleged liquor violation in the Lawrence circuit court was continued due to the absence of Chester M. Pecketspan. The defense asserted an affidavit of testimony, but the prosecution would not admit it as fact. Prosecutor Woolery seeks to place the case on this term’s docket.

Milt Blackwell Lawrence Chester’ M. Pecketspan Woolery

Maude Roach Pleads Guilty To Modified Charge

Maude Roach once charged with perjury pleads guilty to a modified count. Her attorney files the plea and the court imposes a fine of ten dollars plus costs. The case stemmed from falsely swearing to an applicant’s age for a marriage license.

Maudé Roach

McPike Brother Arrested After North City Fight

Charles McPike, brother of Curtis McPike who was badly hurt near Peerless Friday, was arrested Tuesday morning on a charge of assault and battery with intent to kill Homer George. He posted bond of 560 for Lawrence circuit court. Charles McPike escaped with a severe head bruise and a facial scratch.

Charles McPike Curtis McPike Homer George Pike Lawrence Circuit Court

Lost Sight Of Eye After Stroke In City Trip

Coroner Oliver McLachlan reports slow recovery for a man stricken with paralysis during a business trip. He remains confined to his home bed, has not left the room, and has completely lost sight in one eye as a result of the illness dating back weeks.

Oliver McLachlan

Bedford native named vice president of Montana gypsum firm

Dan Kr Brows, a former purchasing agent for Lehigh Portland Cement, has been named vice president of the Hanover Gypsum Company of Montana. The firm operates plaster and stucco works with Mt sales across the Pacific Northwest, under Brown's direct charge, with plans for future development to expand into a large Montana industrial corporation.

Bedford Dan Kr. Brows Lehigh Portlaind’ Cement’ Company Great Falls Hanover Gypsum Company Montana Pacific Northwest Brown

Farmer's Cow Loses Leg and Receives Peg Leg Aid

John Chastaine of Sulphur Creek reports a valuable cow broke her leg after a fall. The limb was amputated and, after recovery, a peg leg will be fitted to help the illfated animal move about.

John Chastaine Sulphur Creek

Williams Couple Wed at Noon Ceremony

Mr. Burra Craig and Miss Oretha Hall of Williams were united in marriage at noon Tuesday by Elder G. W. Murphy at his J street place of business. The bride is the daughter of Sanford Mall, a prominent farmer near Williams. They will reside in Williams.

Burra Craig Oretha Hall Williams G. W. Murphy J' Street Sanford Mall

Annual Memorial Service of the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks

The annual memorial service of the BPOE will be held next Sunday at 2 30 in the Stone City Opera House. Speaker will be W P Kimball of Lexington Ky Lodge No 89 with praise from Robert W Brown of Louisville. Music directed by Mrs Ray Boruff with high standards promised. Mrs Mary Morne of Chicago visits LL Street resident D Martin.

Buindily Slone City Opera House W. .P Kimball Lexington, Ky Mr. Kimball Robert W. Brown Louisville Newenoquent Ray Boruff Mary Morne Chicago

Hendricks Family Visits Williams Couple in City

Mr and Mrs Ged Hendricksda and their daughter from Williams were in the city on Tuesday.

Ged) Hendricksda Cauughter Williams City

To Kill Are Alleged In Complaint For Divorce Filed By Herbet Whittington

A divorce complaint names Herbet Whittington as the plaintiff and alleges marital discord and wrongdoing. The document outlines grounds for divorce and asks the court for relief including division of property and support arrangements.

Whittington Sues for Divorce over Cruel Treatment

Herbert Whittington through attorneys Giles and Doman sues Grace Whittington in Lawrence circuit court for divorce. They separated September 27, 1915. Complaint alleges cruelty and inhuman treatment including public accusations of adultery, name calling, and being struck with bottles and other objects, plus threats to kill if he returns home.

Herbet Whittington Giles & Doman Lawrence Grace Whittington Fafely

Fred Dixon Named Station Agent at Paris Indiana

Fred Dixon, a telegraph operator at the B&O station here for several years, has been appointed station agent at Paris Indiana. He has been working extra in Cincinnati and will move his family to Paris within ten days. Paris lies about 12 miles from North Vernon.

Fred Dixon Cincinnati Paris Indiana North Vernon Dixon

Miss Adams in Bloomington Scene Attracts Celebrity Attention

Theatrical star Miss Adams arrived in Bloomington and stayed in seclusion, no meetings with locals, meals served in her room, and a strict routine before performances. Reports note her $600 per day fee and minimal interaction with townspeople during off nights. Local visitors Richard Bex and Dr. Perry Woolery were seen in the city, while T. D. Bartlett returned from North Station with his wife.

Bloomington Maude Adams Seb Anderson Sié Miss Adams Telephone

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Vincent Dé Paul’ Church Gard Mitchell R. Guthrie Luther Pierce Who Tinsville Heltonville and Oolitic Charles. McPike Hedr Curtis &. Ray Church of Christ Brothers Grover Mar Sam Romaine Bond Sat’ Romaing Sherif’ Tyree Roach Bhas. M'Pike Hanover Gypsium Company Gow The W. P. Kimball Herbet Whittington Geez Fred Don Hitler Richard Bex Perry Woolery John R. Andrews Rivervale T. D. Bartlett Norfidh’ Station John Hamerstey Mt. Olive
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