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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1900
Page
1
A lengthy discussion outlines multiple fire causes beyond arson fears and notes practical prevention. It cites insurers, household wiring, oil-soaked fabrics, indigo and linseed oil mixtures, lamp black storage, rodent-fed sulphur, and imperfect wiring as frequent risks.
Aunust Becuzy came home Sunday evening from Indianapolis where he underwent surgical treatment and was able to be out on the street today.
Hacker Chapter No. 34 installs officers at the Masonic lodge with names including Newton Crooke and Julian Calonge. The Commissioners' Court adjourns after sessions on liquor license testings. the State Soldiers' Home at Lafayette seeks a 74,000 appropriation for hospital expansion, widow housing, a matron quarters, a barn, and street improvements.
Lawrence Scoggan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Scoggan, has arrived home from San Francisco after several months away. Silas L. Pendley died of cerebral hemorrhage at age 73 on Sunday morning on the northwestern outskirts. funeral was held this afternoon at 2 o'clock with burial at Breckinridge graveyard. Work on filling and bricking M street north of 16th advances toward a handsome, level street. Jesse A. Mitchell is rebuilding an old brick stable on a prized lot on a near residence street. Farmers around Fairfax, Harrodsburg and Bartlettsville organize a rural telephone line to Blooming ton, with lines to Heltonville, Bartlettsville and Bedford, and a Stanford line is also under consideration. Homer Jones sues for $5,000 damages against Clear Creek and Consolidated stone companies for injuries May 11 at the quarries. Mike Russell shot and crippled an eagle, later sold to A. S. Jones and shipped to his son Albert at Bloomington. wings span seven feet. Daniel Beasley of the west side fears amputation after a knife wound to his hand worsened. risk of blood poisoning looms. S. D. McReynolds of Evansville plans to present two elm-gravel inscribed tablets to Indiana Legislature’s two chambers, from the historic 1816 Corydon tree. Miller Jewelry Co. to mount them for opening ceremonies.
An editorials style appeal extols the sufferings of women from gynecological issues and praises Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for curing diseases peculiar to women. It cites a testimonial from Mrs. Cora Brooks describing improvement after using Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery.
The article notes years of road work being farmed out by railroads and corporations. A legislative push seeks cash payment to county treasurers for road tax, with funds managed by trustees for proper road labor. Opponents who profit may use bribery to block the measure.
An Indiana congressional delegation will meet on reapportionment based on 208000, risking loss of one seat. Indiana’s 2516463 population could yield twelve or thirteen seats depending on the basis, with several states at risk if the basis is 208000. Also notes Florida orange crop, fruit prices, and a plan by State Superintendent Frank L. Jones to extend rural school terms and improve teacher pay.
Early Friday a fire was found at Spicely's drug store in Bloomington causing about 1000 dollars damage to the stock and equal damage to the building owned by Mrs. Douglass Field. Both losses are covered by insurance. The origin of the fire is unknown.
Beulah Knobel twenty nine? no, 30 years old daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Knobe died at noon Friday at their East 16th Street home after about two years of lung trouble. She remained conscious to the end and had hoped for recovery. Widely known in Bedford, she will be missed by many.
Grant Roberts died at 11 45 p m December 6 at his home after typhoid fever. He was about 34, a blacksmith by trade and a former city police officer. He leaves a wife and two children. The funeral was held Sunday and he was buried at Green Hill Cemetery.
Joseph B Harsh age 22 years six months died Friday morning at his father John Harsh's West 8th street home after an Army service in the East. He was discharged about a month ago due to illness and returned home. Tuberculosis affected his lungs and digestive organs. Funeral held Saturday with burial at Green Hill.
Annie B Springer of Philadelphia reports a long standing hacking cough cured by Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption. She praises its relief from chest pain and sleepless nights. Trial bottles free at Messick and Dodd's Drug Store. price 50c and 100. Guaranteed.
F X Johnson of Bedford, a renowned Southern Indiana theater manager, visited Linton Wednesday to discuss building a modern play house in the city. He plans a large, well fitted venue on a side street, with ample seating to host major road shows. Johnson has a regional circuit including Bloomington and Seymour and seeks only ticket sales to justify construction. The Linton Record endorses the project and urges citizen support.
Mr. R Gray of Amenia Duchess county New York praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy as the best medicine he has used and says it cures croup. Giving it at the first sign of hoarseness or the cough can prevent an attack and a bottle should be kept on hand for instant use. Sold by W C Elliott.
The Agricultural Experiment Station at Purdue University reports sugar beet experiments in Indiana largely failed for free seed distribution. Samples from 70 counties show sugar beet culture feasible only in certain soils of the northern third of the state. The station offers free sample examinations still.
Bedford merchants offer abundant holiday displays and emphasize practical gifts. The article notes large, varied stocks, easy shopping now vs later crowds, and advises taking time to choose wisely before the rush begins. It also reports Edwin S. Holmes Jr visiting to study Hessian fly damage in Indiana wheat and predicts heavier future ravages alongside open fall weather.
John Oliver of Philadelphia describes a dreadful illness with yellow skin and sinking eyes. After three physicians gave up, he used Electric Bitters for three weeks, reporting strong improvement and crediting the medicine with saving his life. Sold for 50 cents at Messick & Dodd's Drug Store.
A pleasant surprise marked Tom Reath and wife tenth anniversary Monday evening at their South street home. Friends gathered for Dutch lunch, games, and hospitality, with many gifts and a enjoyable evening for all attendees.
Witfield and Co of Chicago report tens of thousands using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for colds and la grippe with no pneumonia cases. They say it ensures prompt recovery and counters la grippe pneumonia risk. Sold by W. C. Hilliott.
The Washington Herald denounces a High School yell as profoundly profane. condemns students for taking the Savior's name in public at football games on Thanksgiving Day. urges reform and to leave out yells altogether. The piece appeals to self respect and national pride.
A flannel stiff with Chamberlains Pain Balm is praised as superior to plasters for lame backs side or chest pain and rheumatism with one application giving relief. The notice lists W C Elliott as a seller and includes political commentary and a local court entourage from Huron with several residents named.
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