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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1913
Page
2
John J. Quinn & Co. won the bid for the east side sewer at 21 450 dollars plus 4 dollars per yard for stone, with a 500 dollar bid bond. The project may cost no more than 22 550 and includes right of way, while Charles O Thornburg submitted a higher bid of 23 500.
Leo K Sears an engine hustler at Southeastern shops had his leg crushed when a cable wound and he became caught between a drum and wire. He compromised with the C T I and SE Railway for 1500 and has not yet fully recovered.
Arthur Lewis of the Indiana Quarries Company badly wrenched his left ankle Wednesday while dodging a slush box. He jumped back and the injury was feared to be a break at the moment.
Hugh Whiting of Bedford attends the Poultry Fanciers show in Indianapolis. A noted Barred Plymouth Rocks breeder, he has a pen entered and hopes to win ribbons.
Ernest Cheetham aged 16, from Cleveland, arrived in Elwood to join his Bloomington mother whom he had not seen since age three. The boy was abducted by his father 13 years ago during a custody dispute. the father died three years ago. Postmaster correspondence aided the reunion, and the boy now lives with his mother.
Indianapolis political maneuvering outlines a sweeping three week push by Democrats to pass public utilities and primary election reforms. Key measures include a state public service commission, mandatory direct primaries, two registration days, and a new road and hospital funding program, with multiple tax and labor bills also advancing.
Pastors launch a joint revival effort across First Baptist First Christian Presbyterian churches with 7 30 p m services and plans for a men’s union meeting. Rev Watts and Rev O Haver lead strong sermons to encourage conversion and renewed church involvement.
Mrs C V Link was in Indianapolis on Tuesday according to local society notices. The brief item notes her visit to the city, with no further details on events or companions.
Herbert Whittington pleaded guilty to intoxication in Justice Iseminger's court and was fined one dollar plus costs. The Surety of the Peace proceedings filed by his wife were continued for thirty days.
Harvey Bocock of Illinois visits his stepfather J. W. Bocock on South H Street, highlighting a family connection during the trip.
Frank Henderson, a local color ed man, and Anna Beasley, a white woman, were sentenced by Judge Swails to 90 days in the county jail and a $30 fine each after pleading guilty to contributing to the delinquency of a child. Indictments for associating and adultery were noted, with further actions pending after these sentences. The case also involved a white boy, Inman, and Minnie Hamilton, Beasley’s sister, with Hamilton likely to be sent to the Girls Industrial School.
Co K Brock a wallpaper merchant seeks city ordinance to allow a motor bus passenger line. He aims to start by March 1 with two covered cars and a fifteen minute city route from East Sixteenth through the public square and back. Special trips to Oolitic are proposed at set times to capture shoppers and theatergoers.
Hanan Buffalo began in county jail after refusing to reveal sources of liquor to a Bloomington grand jury. The 20 year old son of Allan Buffalo stood silent when questioned before Judge Wilson, was jailed by Sheriff Jones, then released to return to work as a teamster after indicating willingness to talk.
Judge O. O. Swails Grand Jurors and Bailiffs dined Wednesday at Prosecutor John H. Underwood’s West 13th street residence. Red white and pink color scheme featured carnations maiden hair fern and decorative lighting. Menu included grape fruit cream of okra bisque planked veal stuffed potatoes and maple ice cream among other courses.
Local educators consider a modest night school in the West Side School building. The plan is tentative and would be controlled by the local school board. A summer school may also be discussed to test demand, inspired by successes in other cities.
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