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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1908
Page
4
A drillers near Rowder Schoolhouse northeast of Jasonville uncovered a white brittle dense material in a 130 foot deep trench. Described as chalky and soluble in water, the substance was ground from cuttings and to be analyzed by geologist Blatchley for value under Crescent Coal Company options.
Mrs. Anna Schulmars, 36, of Philadelphia, was burned on face and neck when a boy lit a cigarette and tossed the burning match through an open window. The infant in her lap nearly suffocated by smoke and chemicals. Fire damage estimated at $150. the boys, ages 40 to 15, were not yet captured.
Col Jim Lowry of the Honey Grove Signal promotes a humorous Dissertation on buttermilk. A copy reportedly reaches Vice President Fairbanks. OJnelson urges joining the Signal Butter milk club with a playful defense of fresh buttermilk and its wholesome qualities.
A dated aside extols a mysterious drink described as full aged and mellow at one day old. It blends sugar cane sweetness with turnip top bitterness and saleratus saline, pineapple acidity, and is praised in goblet form as white froth and cement like texture. It purportedly cures headaches and stomach woes.
A surprise party marked Miss Freeda Bickenhauser’s fourteenth anniversary at her South H Street home. Intimate guests included Lolie Driscoll Louise Reath Zeella Bates Bessie Newkirk Mabel Harris Edna Ragsdale Leona Grimes Zulien Johnson Zaleme Spaulding Lena Stipp Albert Durrenberger Ernest Carter Marshall Prosser Henry Winterhalter Harry Blackwell Grover Simpson Nugent Crain and Jack Spaulding. Refreshments followed as the group presented a ring and wished her many more happy anniversaries.
Treasury records reveal former Indiana senator David Turpie kept $26,481.83 in uncashed checks from his 1893 to 1899 term, delaying payment for years while the government held funds to cover outstanding liabilities.
Fire crews were summoned at 3 30 yesterday to the home of Constant Gaussin on South I street. Mrs Gaussin mistook steam from a neighboring heating repair for smoke caused by a blaze in the adjoining house.
Reports from Reed's Station Oolitic and Bedford detail a widespread conspiracy amid threats to Italian workers. Officials including US postal operatives C H Moore and George L Susong and Italian Consul Passarelli probe anonymous letters and placards while deputies and police bolster protection.
In Dubois county near Porterville and Lyle's Station a panther allegedly prowled the hay loft of a college stable. Professor Anthony and locals chased it after it sprang from hiding, with witnesses describing a large brown animal with piercing eyes. Reports from Dugger claim a tiger was killed, fueling debate over the mystery beast.
The Italian Consular Agent G Passarelli requests Bedford Indiana authorities investigate threats from the Black Hand against Italian residents in Oolitic and surrounding counties. He urges prompt action under the Italy United States treaty, asking for confirmation of inquest results and offering assistance.
The Italian consul advised Reed’s Station Mayor J B Stipp of threats against Italian residents and urged law action. Sheriff officials and postal inspectors investigate posters showing a black hand as a possible clue to the conspiracy. Rock and Litito killings spur Italian community tensions amid mounting local inquiries.
William Diggins, 21, telephone lineman, was electrocuted after touching four live wires while working at Vincennes. He had telephoned his mother to say he would return to his home in Piqua Ohio to marry a girl there next week. He had announced plans for a short vacation to marry in Piqua.
Two Stinesville druggists Lewis Pickens and Charles Bowman, indicted on 38 counts for wholesale liquor violations, were jailed after failing to post bond as Deputy Prosecutor Louden was out of town. Sheriff Ratliff refused self bond. their attorney is Jesse B. Fields. Dr. Benjamin Little, indicted with them, is missing.
Shanswick township Republicans met at the courthouse at 1 PM to select delegates and alternates. County Chairman J A Zaring presided with Henry P Pearson as chair and Frank M Vance as secretary. A two member committee chosen by Boone Leonard and W W Williams reported delegates and alternates for both conventions.
Putnamville drivers face danger at the narrow steep approaches of the railroad bridge after a raise. County officials urged the State Railroad Commission to widen the approaches to 16 feet and add sturdy side fences. County Attorney John H. James sent the request on behalf of the county, awaiting action to protect travelers.
Andy Pressnell and Charles Hutchinson quarrelled in the Embree saloon on West Sixteenth street. Pressnell knocked Hutchinson down and kicked him, leaving Hutchinson needing a physician. Pressnell was arrested and held by Mayor Stipp pending word on Hutchinsons injuries. Pressnell admitted striking Hutchinson after claims about a past murder.
A group of children skating at the Mercer School pond near Jasonville fell through thin ice, sinking about six feet. A teacher and older boys rescued them, with one girl remaining unconscious before rescue. the noon-hour accident ended with students sent home.
Eddie Francis and William Collins created a nocturnal ruckus near the Tourner Hotel. police and Chief Johns intervened. The trio pledged to behave, fearing a camp punishment that would force meals to be eaten off a shelf.
Mort Glover living just south of the city limits suffered a severe accident while trimming trees. A broken limb pulled from a fork struck his left knee, cutting a five inch gash to the bone. Dr. Simpson set eleven stitches and Glover will be laid up for several weeks.
The piece lampoons the groundhog as a weather forecaster whose forecast affects six weeks ahead. It satirizes taxpayers and authorities, comparing the creature’s weather pronouncements to powerful entities like the Japanese army and Wall Street, noting how people react with attention.
Representative Chaney of Indiana urges immediate creation of a federal mining bureau, arguing broad congressional support exists or should exist to curb the high mine death toll and improve safety for future generations. John L. Nichols of Bloomington was in town last night on business.
The New Minister at the Opera House drew strong praise for a high class cast. Weather kept attendance modest, but those who attended were well repaid. Managers Johnson and Pro arranged a February 14 return date as Bedford schools showed appreciation by packing the house.
Mrs. Tewell, long operator of the West Side restaurant, has leased the Fourteenth and J boarding house from James Bunn and will take immediate possession. The Osborn House will host Mrs. Myrtle Pough, who takes over the restaurant business. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Clyde Quackenbush at 18th and N streets.
A telegram to the Indiana Railroad Commission says the I C C postponed the coal car distribution case involving Southern Indiana railroad. Hearing date not set. Indianapolis was to hear today but the case was continued. The dispute centers on ICC rules for coal car distribution.
The Memphis built airship of William Matteray was punctured by many shots from spectators during a trial run. Mike Shanley and his followers caused the disturbance after being barred from the inclosure. Panic spread among about a thousand spectators as the crowd dispersed. Matteray’s project, including a 60 foot craft and 10000 cubic feet of gas, faces disruption. Patterson and Wendall Fentres were also mentioned among those present.
Reports describe a woman in black seen at night peering into windows just after dark. She appears suddenly, stares eerily, then vanishes with no trace and no known motive. Sightings linked to Owensville and eastern city districts.
The State Food and Drug Commissioner in Indianapolis warns Bedford druggists about a March 1 effective law requiring labels showing alcohol morphine opium and related ingredients. Unlabeled stock may be made salable with printed slips from manufacturers or by listing items to the state department for analysis and labeling. A Mitchell fire damaged two cottages but with little loss.
The piece warns against sleeping on the left or right side and on the stomach, citing risks to heart, lungs, and nervous system. It notes not sleeping in chairs or standing, and mentions local births in Brown County with homespun origin rather than Sears Roebuck orders.
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