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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1905
Page
2
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Announcements list candidates for local offices subject to Republican primary decisions. Col R B Scott seeks Representative, John W Harris for Prosecuting Attorney, Raleigh C Stone for Auditor, M Gainey for Auditor, William M Denniston for Auditor, Fred T Dunhue for Auditor.
J H Rainey of Heltonville, Nellie Rainey’s father, told a Bedford audience he is convinced his daughter was persuaded to depart after an inventory showed her best clothes were missing. A bundle seen in his tool chest fuels suspicion, though her current whereabouts remain unknown.
Indiana State and Monon Railroad petition Judge Leathers to rule on whether issuing free passes constitutes discrimination and whether the Railroad Commission act of 1905 is constitutional. They seek a ruling on pass practices, potential discrimination, and whether the railroad must pay $500 for each free pass cited.
Debtors held in suspense as Chicago Clearing House Association takes over Chicago National Bank Equitable Trust Home Savings Bank while Bedford National faces rumored runs. Deposits are paid dollar for dollar on demand. Walsh faces market concerns but remains active in various enterprises.
The text catalogs Mr Walsh's broad investments in many companies including National Biscuit, Northwestern Elevated Railroad, People’s Gas Light and Coke, Ogden Gas, Rand McNally, Chicago City Railway, Southern Indiana Railway, Bedford Stone Quarries, Missouri Southern Railway, Indiana Coal, Chicago Chronicle, Peoria Gas, Akron Gas, Illinois Telephone and Telegraph, Wisconsin Michigan and Northern Railway, Kelly Coal, Danville Illinois Southern Railroad, Washington Park Club, Illinois Audit, Chicago Auditorium Association, Chicago Safe Deposit, Equitable Trust, Millers’ National Insurance, North Shore Electric, and Southern Indiana Express.
John R. Walsh, president and major stockholder, states no money was borrowed or funds used from Bedford National Bank. The Chicago National Bank troubles prompted depositor unease, though officials confirm assets total 343,000 with 269,500 in deposits and 20,000 in Chicago overnight. deposits were 269,500 after closing day.
Thomas Fields of Mitchell received a 2 to 14 year term in the Michigan City prison after pleading guilty to assault and battery with intent to kill for shooting at Joseph Tracy on November 18. He was escorted to the prison next day by Officer Charles Moore. Elsewhere the Stock Co. at the Opera House next week is promised. Elsie Flynn of Buddha dies of peritonitis at age three with funeral at 2 p.m. tomorrow and burial at Carleton Cemetery.
Local candidate John W Harris announces his bid for Prosecuting Attorney in the 10th Judicial district encompassing Lawrence and Monroe counties. A Lawrence county native and educator with 20 years teaching, he has served as Justice of the Peace and earned wide local support.
Postmaster Williams notes heavy holiday mail and rising money orders as carriers deliver parcels to Bedford households. Express services aim to meet midnight Christmas Eve deadlines with costs no barrier to timely arrival. Notre Dame student John Murphy returns home for the holidays. Township Trustee A F Dalton attends Indiana State Trustees Association session, elected State Secretary for 1906 after a large gathering.
Regular session sees Mayor Smith cast deciding vote for a $780 Segrave hose wagon. Dodd Sproull and Rowland opposed while Pittman Bahr and Stevens supported. Wagon to replace current HQ unit. completion not before February 1.
A bustling sale page advertises a wide Xmas gift line with dolls, porcelain, china, pictures, and decorative items priced from 5c to 42c. It highlights furniture, irons, cosmetics sets, linens, and an assortment of leather goods, scarves, and book gifts aimed at pleasing both children and adults.
Bedford prepares for The Union Depot for a Day a Friday night event directed by Myrtle Critchfield of King’s School of Oratory Pittsburg with sixty local performers. The program features readings songs and a large cast list with many local names and a 35 25 price tier with reserved seats at Beddoe and Christiers.
Ras Dobbins of Oolitic had a close call when a stranger believed to be a Bedford National Bank depositor fired three pistol shots into the air as he crossed Salt Creek bridge. Dobbins, unsure of the man’s intent, suspects a misidentification as a robber and continued home. The Bloomington Telegraph reports another local case as Frank Warden faces mayor’s court for alleged theft of polecat hides, with further testimony scheduled.
Commissioner Amos Scoggan escaped a fall from an 18 foot embankment when his buggy, on the Palestine road near Leatherwood bridge, was frightened by gypsies encamped beneath the bridge. The horse fell and broke its hips. Scoggan was uninjured and ordered the nomads to leave.
State Superintendent Fasset A. Cotton reports 1905 state school enrollment 768 675 with 396 448 males and 372 224 females. White males 288 711 and white females 364 426, colored totals 15 535. Common school funds total 10 636 226 37 and consolidation shows 657 schools abandoned 250 consolidated 459 wagons used for transport of 7 796 children at 785 85 daily. Forty of forty six counties voted consolidation affirmative. Honora Batman of Bloomington attended on legal business. The Daily Globe Democrat ad copy follows, promoting subscriptions.
The Bedford National Bank reports no loans to Walsh entities and a strong financial position after a brief run. Deposits recovered, several loans negotiated, and overall liquidity improved as observers note no immediate legal actions against Walsh's properties. The Washington Democrat editorial praises Walsh's impact on Southern Indiana while acknowledging his institutions’ liabilities.
Miss Mahan found a bloodstained scene at the Greenwood school two miles southeast of Mitchell. Beer bottles burned hair and clothing fragments lay among ashes by the stove, hinting at a violent act. No witnesses or missing persons reported, but residents fear a terrible crime may be sunken in mystery.
Seven Mitchell men mostly saloonkeepers face trial in Mayor Smith's court on charges of keeping gaming devices in their establishments. Defendants include Shube Burton Ralph Marley Joe Duncan Tippy Smith George Volker Marshal Beasley and Clyde Thompson. Prosecutor Fletcher prosecutes for the State with John Edwards defending. The Paoli News notes a Bedford inquiry alleging Mitchell town Marshal Jones participated in a poker game in a defendant’s room.
A schoolhouse nine miles from Bloomington burned Wednesday around 11 pm with contents lost. Neighbors suspect arson amid two weeks of conflict over Miss Nora Brock’s competency and her removal by Trustee Alex Robinson. Brock’s father appeals to Superintendent Buzzaird as local sentiment sharpens. Christmas travel rates offered by B&O for year end to points in CP A territory with teacher/student discounts.
Benjamin Rhoades, colored, was acquitted of murder at a preliminary hearing held in Justice Potter's court. He had killed Sam Lynch, colored, at his home two miles southeast of Bedford after Lynch visited intoxicated on December 10. Rhoades had been jailed since the incident and testified to self defense.
The Republican State committee fixed times and places for district conventions. District chairmen will be elected January 16 and the state chairman January 18. County committees reorganized January 12 and 18, with the biennial love feast at the Claypool hotel December 28.
Lawrence Circuit Court docket for November Term 1905 lists Henry Cox as administrator of Emily J Cox deceased. He filed final account and vouchers and the court will examine them December 2 at which heirs creditors or legatees must appear and show cause why the account should not be approved.
State of Indiana in Lawrence County Lawrences Circuit Court notice to foreign corporation American Loan and Trust Company and individuals Carter and Potter to appear by February 3, 1906 or answer cross complaint. Clerk Boone Leonard signs.
Levi L. Fish administrator of John W. Fish deceased files final settlement and asks order to settle as insolvent. Court in Lawrence Circuit on Saturday December 23, 195. Heirs and all interested must appear to claim their share. Alexander and Barris, Attorneys.
Sheriff James B Smith announces a public sale of part of Lot 112 in Bedford city to satisfy a $92.03 judgment in Gaines vs Lion and Vlinn. The sale is January 6, 1906, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, at the Bedford courthouse, for up to seven years rents and profits, with three parcels offered if needed.
In the Lawrence Circuit Court February Term 1906 Harvey J Swan and others sue to quiet title to real estate in Lawrence and Knox counties Indiana. Defendants Gertie Bates Ona Snelgren Chiuney Bates and George Bates must appear February 1906 or default will be entered. Clerk Boone Leonard seals dated December 4 1904. Brooks & Brooks Attorneys.
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