Allen Von Behren Stricken in Jail Amid Triple Killings
Evansville Ind February 10 Allen Von Behren a suspect in the slayings of three negro workers at his father's factory suffered heart failure in his County Jail cell. The coroner's inquest hears eight witnesses with two more to testify before a verdict Tuesday. Indictments expected for three counts. insanity as a possible defense is discussed. Mrs Arthur Smith sister of Von Behren travels from Portland Oregon. An attempted factory operation halt due to guards and threatened violence by white workers.
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Evansville
Ind
Allen von Behren
Slemper
von Behren
Sappenfield
Arthur Smith
Portland
Oregon
State rests in Romine murder trial after financial motive focus
Columbus Indiana February 10. The state rested its case against Omny Romine for the murder of the Quaid brothers near North Vernon last October. Prosecutors emphasized Romine's poor finances and potential motive to steal a large sum of money if a chance arose. The state withdrew three jail letters between James Tyler and Jusus Clark amid defense objections. The defense has not announced if Romine will testify.
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Columbus
Ind
Omy Romine
wcQuaid Brothers
North Vernon
Romine
James Tyler
J. Jusus Clark
Indianapolis
Lydia Campbell Birthday Surprise Gathering at West 11th Street
Mrs. Lydia Campbell enjoyed a birthday celebration Sunday at her West 11th Street home with her children and families. Attendees included Elia and Alfred Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Campbell and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Benzel and children, and Lena Campbell from Terre Haute State Normal. Volney Williams of Williams visited briefly en route from Tennessee. Theodore Fields from Harrodsburg was in town returning from South Liberty after Sunday services.
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Lydia Campbell
West 11Th Street
Elia
Alfred Campbell
Harry Campbell
Fred Benzel
Lena Campbell
State Normal
Terre Haute
Theodore Fields
Harrodsburg
City
South Liberty
Fritz Pleads Not Guilty Insanity Defense in Murder Trial
The State of Indiana charges John Fritz former Bedford man with first degree murder for killing guard Hiram B R McWilliams at the Indiana Reformatory. Fritz pleads not guilty on grounds of insanity at the time of the crime in Clark Circuit Court.
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State of
Indiana
John Fritz
Bedford
Hiram BR. McWilliams
Indiana Reformatory
Clark
Revival at First Christian Church Draws Large Crowds
The revival meeting at the First Christian Church drew 1880 worshipers at morning and evening services and over 660 at the afternoon men’s meeting. Sunday School attendance reached 583 and the men’s Bible class numbered 115. Monday night.Mr Dubber’s sermons continue with strong momentum and the revival is expected to continue for some time.
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First Christian Church
Prosecutor Applauds Deputy Wesner in Seymour
Bedford Prosecuting Attorney John Underwood commends deputy F W Wesner for enforcing laws impartially during his campaign in Seymour. The attorney informs Wesner that he approves his work in the city.
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John Underwood
Bedford
F. W. Wesner
Wesner
Seymour Republican
Baptism and Family Night at First Methodist Church
The revival service at First Methodist Church featured family night with many families in attendance. Mr and Mrs J Marley Hall and Mr and Mrs Charles R Carter had their babies baptized. The pastor spoke on Noah and the ark as a symbol of the church. Families gathered at the altar and several joined as church members. Services resume this evening.
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First Methodist Church
J. Marley Hall
Charles R. Carter
Noah
No Charges Filed Against Policeman Clark After Secret Council Session
City Council met in secret Monday night over Policeman Clark and his attorney Lee Ragsdale. Mayor Fields pursued discharge while other members held back, citing private grievances and no formal charges, ending the session with no action.
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Clark
Lee Ragsdale
Fields
Albert Smith
Roberts
H Street
Smith
Mayor Fields
Can
Bridwell to Form Partnership in City Move
S. A. Bridwell, a leading merchant from Dugger, in the city to finalize a partnership with his father Allen Bridwell who bought the McCurdy Grocery store Monday. Bridwell plans to move his family here for permanent residence.
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S. A. Bridwell
Dugger
Allen Bridwell
McCurdy
Bedford duo win free Washington trip in inaugural contest
Bedford once again leads in contests as Homer Franklin and Barrel Farmer secure 700 certificates granting a funded trip to Washington for the inauguration. The Indianapolis Star event marks their achievement in the annual competition.
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Bedford
Indianapolis Star
Homer Franklin
Washington
Injured Stone Company Supervisor Recovers at Home
Frank Urquhart superintendent of construction for John A. Rowe Cut Stone Co. was severely injured when a derrick fell on January 28 breaking his right leg and shoulder. He sat up today for the first time since the accident and doctors expect shoulder use in two weeks and full foot strength in six weeks. He resides at 1410 R Street.
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Frank Urquhart
John A. Rowe Cut Stone Co
Pearson
Urquhart
Mr. Urquhart
R Street
Hopkins Makes Notable Move to Bedford Resident Respected Seymour Figure
W. B. Hopkins, formerly of this city and now living in Bedford, passed through Saturday. Friends in Seymour will be glad to hear he is thriving in his new home, according to the Seymour Democrat.
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W. B. Hopkins
Bedford
Mr. Hopkins
Seymour
City Ordinance Fines Public Sidewalk Congregation
Police struggled to enforce an ordinance banning sidewalk gatherings that obstruct passage. Violators face fines from five to fifty dollars and possible ten days imprisonment on repeat offenses.
Friends Celebrate Frank Thomas Birthday With Surprise Dinner
Friends gathered at his North I street home on Sunday hosted a bountiful supper and escorted him to church for a surprise. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Finley Johnson and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Imer Conner and children, Mrs. Aillie and children, Eunice Thomas and George Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Byers and children, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Turpin and baby, Gradis Miller, and Frank Thomas and children.
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Frank Thomas
North I Street
Finley Johnson
Imer Conner
Aillie
Eunice Thomas
George Thomas
Steve Byers
Clarence Turpin
Gradis Miller
Gunn Boy Improves After Ellis Island Admission Delay
Joe Gunn Jr. is improving rapidly after a month long delay at Ellis Island due to an abscess. The four year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Gunn of 4th and L streets faced surgery and daily wound dressing before immigration authorities cleared him to enter the country.
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Joe Gunn, Jr
Funeral Attendees Return from Bedford for Mrs Denniston
Mrs George W McKnight J G Eller and others attend the funeral of Mrs W C Denniston in Bedford. The service was Sunday afternoon delayed for two sons arriving from Washington State Bloomington World Elder G W Murphy was at Mitchell Sunday.
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George W. McKnight
J. G. Eller
Jap Eller
William Ward
William Johnson
Bedford
W. C. Denniston
Washington State
Bloomington
G. W. Murphy
Mitchell
Primary Law Debated by Indiana Democrats in Assembly
Indiana lawmakers debate direct nomination bills as state party organization presses for a comprehensive primary plan excluding U S Senators and state officials. The session sees anti smoking measures, inheritance tax shifts, and liquor sale provisions advancing or facing opposition.
Mrs Charles Brown Undergoes Appendicitis Operation
Mrs Charles Brown of East Fifteenth street underwent an appendicitis operation at City Hospital. Dr John R Pearson led the procedure with assistants Dr Norman and Dr Mattox. The patient withstood the ordeal well and Monday her condition was as expected.
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Charles Brown
East Fifteenth Street
City Hospital
John R. Pearson
Norman and
Mattox
Farmer Finds Ball of Frozen Snakes Near Georgetown
Washington Pectol, a farmer near Georgetown nine miles west of New Albany, carried home a round object believed to be an agate. It proved to be a ball of frozen young snakes thawed from ice. he killed many but fears others may be hidden in crevices around the house.
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Washington Pectol
Georgetown
New Albany
Mr. Pectol
Southern Railroad
Miners Oppose Rat Killing Day in Clinton Mine
In Clinton Indiana on February 10 miners from the old school oppose Senator Ratts rodent extermination measure. They say rats warn of danger and their disappearance signals possible cave ins. Many old timers fed and kept rats as pets and resist the new rule.
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Clinton
Ind
Old School
Ratts
Mrs Newland Convalesces at Own Home
Mrs J W Newland, who has been recovering after an operation at City Hospital, was moved to her own home today. She plans to leave next Monday for Hot Springs Arkansas with Mrs H C Duncan.
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J. W. Newland
Robert Duncan
M Street
City Hospital
Miss Maude Potter Recovers After Home Operation
Miss Maude Potter, who underwent an operation at her mother’s home, has recovered enough to be up and about. The report notes improved strength and a promising progress update.
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Maroney
Enforce
Gunn Boy
State Organi
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Fleming
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Franklin
American Tobacco Company
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