19 Dec 1913
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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1913
Page
1
An affidavit alleges operations by John Humphries of East Oo Tiger with Mike O Connell. The document notes injuries including multiple fractures to the right foot and details alleged criminal activity spanning several days as authorities worked to piece together the case.
A basement fire at the Avenue hotel Wednesday night caused significant alarm. Bed clothing stored there ignited and were smoldering until the fire department arrived. chemical extinguishers were used to control the blaze. A worker, John itiuiphyses, suffered a crushed foot from falling masonry and was taken to Dr Koallius in Oolitic for treatment.
The transcript describes a tense scene where deputy officials confront Vernon and Landers over license violations. Detainees face fines and cost amounts, while a deputy indicates he would surrender his badge if necessary. The report notes heightened enforcement to reduce trouble with hunters and the high number of licenses issued last month.
A Harbauch and Schooley plant incident left a young man severely injured when a welding machine exploded. He walked downtown for the first time since the accident and showed rapid improvement, though a full return to work remains some time off.
Mort Smith and Miss Madge M Toda, both of Qolitte, were married Thursday at the offices of County Clerk Stalker by Rev. Dubber.
A northbound freight train jumped the track while entering the south end of the passing track at Lith Street on Thursday afternoon around six. Crews needed only a few minutes to rerail the wheels and restore service.
A minor collision near Cedar Lake wrecked two freight cars and forced Monon train No. 3 to detour, delaying its arrival to the city Thursday. The wrecking crew did not clear the scene quickly, and a night express messenger failed to access the express safe in time.
The Bloomington World reports the final regular session of the city council last night. Officials debated raises for the city clerk and treasurer and a mayoral salary increase from $900 to $1,000 per year. Attys. Henley to review legality of the proposal.
Morton Smith of Oolitic and Madge M Todd of Oolitic obtained a marriage license.
The Seymour Republican notes that last year most hunters obeyed the law and officials prefer lawful conduct over making arrests for violations. The emphasis is on guiding hunters to act within legal bounds rather than punitive actions.
Mrs. Mary Bennett and her son Herschel Bennett and wife have sold their property and will leave the city, taking rooms in Mrs. Alice Campbell’s West 18th street residence. Miss Lois Henderson, Oberlin College student, will arrive Friday to spend the holidays with her parents Mr and Mrs William Henderson on North street.
Alfred Allen relocates his household from Tu Street to the Meglemre property on South O Street marking a new residential move within the town.
James Neal Daniel Sherwood and Omer George were appointed by the court to appraise lands in the Monical and Cain cases against the Southern Indiana Power Company. They visited the farms Thursday to begin their work on the condemnation proceedings.
Sidney W. Douglass, inspector general of the State of Knights Templars, visited Javansville Wednesday evening to confer the Degree of the Temple on two Bloomington candidates. The event included a social session and lunch, noting improvements in local degree work since his last visit.
Hlemer Conley, a carpenter on the Malott building project on M Street, fell 12 feet and was severely bruised but was able to be out Thursday for the first time since the accident.
Mrs J B Duncan traveled to Bloomington on Thursday to hear Helen Keller lecture that night and to visit relatives.
Carl A. Guthrie nine year old son of C. K. Guthrie of this city was struck by an automobile in Indianapolis Saturday and slightly injured. His ankle was wrenched and a small forehead cut reported. The father, notified the injury was not serious, traveled to Indianapolis to bring him home. The boy attends a special school there for children with defective eyesight.
The Mitchell papers increase advertising rates from ten to 12 and 1 percent cents per inch. The higher cost reflects the rising expense of publishing over the last decade and is expected to be mirrored by other papers as the ten cent per inch rate narrows margins for publishers.
The Matt Henderson family of Victor stands trial before special judge John D. Morgan for operating a blind tiger. Sheriff Jones seized two cars and brought back six prisoners after a Sunday raid. Victor has long been tied to illicit liquor operations.
Local case on Oliver Haycock a life prisoner from Orange County continues before the State Board of Pardons after Governor Ralston sent it back amid opposition led by Elmer Smith who opposed clemency. Haycock killed a Bedford man’s brother during an arrest resistance and Smith a former deputy sheriff was killed in Orleans. Orleans residents oppose clemency.
The Indiana State Pardon Board advised Governor Ralston on clemency. Paroles and pardons include Thomas Frye Elmus Carter Horace Porterfield Daniel Holt Alonzo Foster Irby Bacret William Crockett and Sarah Schenkenberger, with details of counties and offenses such as murder robbery and burglary. The Schenkenberger case hinges on opposition withdrawal by bankrupty referee Harry Sheridan.
The Carabaos revived a dated refrain mocking Taft and the Philippines era. Critics call it a topical bit from wartime days, while supporters say it reflects soldierly humor rather than policy. The piece reopens debate over military wit and administration in the islands.
Mrs E Evans of Fort Smith Arkansas returns from West Baden to visit her sister Mrs Robert Harris on South I street.
Mrs Alfred Parker has been ill for several months and is described as critically ill.
Mrs Elmer Henderson and Miss Retta Reynolds of Williams were in the city Thursday sightseers and social visitors, adding to local chatter about their trip.
The Christmas vacation runs December 19 to 29 with early start to accommodate the State Teachers Association meeting on December 22. High School activities start at 1 50, Departmental 1 15, Kindergar ten 10 00 and 1 15, East building 10 30 and 1 15, West 1 15, North 1 15. Enrollment and attendance rise noted: teachers rise from 44 to 57, enrollment from 1 851 to 2 089, average daily attendance from 1 529 to 1 802 8, year‑old counts and tardiness drop. High School now 224. departmental school 405. prior values 158 and 220 respectively.
Mrs George Campbell who underwent gland enlargement surgery about two weeks ago in Rochester Minnesota has improved rapidly and is returning home with the family expecting her on the late train this evening.
Mr and Mrs Henry Shaffer have returned home after visiting Mrs Fred Book and family in Missouri.
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