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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1906
Page
2
George M Albertson is announced as a candidate for State Senator subject to the Republican party decision. N W Freeman runs as a candidate for Joint Senator from Orange Martin and Lawrence counties subject to the same party consideration.
Alvin T. Hert of Louisville strongly denies being an applicant for the Louisville postmaster position to succeed Dr. T. H. Baker. He is in Indianapolis and states he has never been, is not now, and will not be an applicant or actively involved in Kentucky politics. He was surprised to learn of the rumor.
Viola Edwards files suit in Lawrence circuit court seeking divorce from Harbert H. Edwards a rural carrier. She cites marriage on December 20 1879 separation since January 1903 cruel and inhuman treatment and habit of drinking as well as mismanagement of farm rents and profits including a $400 stock sale. She also asks for custody of three East Bedford cottages and a restraining order to prevent disposal of property and rents.
The Department of Agriculture launches a public warning campaign exposing firms selling adulterated seed. Congressional review reveals high rates of contamination in Kentucky bluegrass and orchard grass with dozens of firms named. a full list can be obtained from the department, free to farmers.
Telegraph confirms the death of W. D. Brown a freight conductor for B and O S W killed when a passenger train collided with his freight near Deputy Indiana The wreck telescoped the caboose Brown brother of the late Wm Brown former Monon conductor and Louisville Bloomington accommodation handler.
Kentucky women with Titian hair vow to oppose Owsley Stanley after he said he would not intervene if a red headed woman was being beaten. They refuse apologies and plan to use the issue in his re election campaign.
Petitions circulated at multiple churches addressed to Mayor Malott to halt a Volunteer Girls performance at the Armorial. The Terre Haute burlesque company of 14 performers, mostly women, arrived to present a program not detailed in ads. The Armorial and city officials warned arrests for any illegal showing and said no questionable acts would be allowed.
Jeffersonville dispatch reports Indiana Reformatory superintendent W H Whittaker will not debate Sheriff Workman and two deputies over a published denial that five Shoals yeggmen were drunk upon arrival. Whittaker asserts affidavits will prove intoxication for Martin Clark Cameron Patterson. Hearing for the prisoners slated for February 19, with Miss Mable Lake visiting Peerless kin.
Minor F Pate, Bloomfield referee in bankruptcy, heard evidence Tuesday in a case to set aside a mortgage on Elliott drug stock. The Elliott stock, sold in a bankrupt sale to Owl Drug Company, is challenged by Daniel Stewart Drug Co claiming priority from a prior mortgage. The matter, remanded by the U S Court for a second trial, aims to validate Owl's sale.
The Noble Street Methodist Church in Anderson observed Lincoln's birthday with a whistling service led by Rev. W W Kent. Men were urged to whistle along with the hymn America and a whistling expert, Walter Simmons, performed patriotic tunes to finish the hymn. The congregation applauded and appeared to enjoy the unusual feature.
John McCormick, once part of a trio, stole a 1700 pound church bell from the Tenth Street Methodist Church in Omaha last May and sold it for $1.50. He says the bell haunts him nightly, driving fear and insomnia as he remains in custody awaiting punishment.
County Health Officer Hunter leads warning after state board alerts to swindler gang posing as farmers selling spoiled ham. Meat bought from Chicago parties found unfit for consumption. suspects in Indiana undercutting local market. Police ordered to arrest on sight for pure food violations. Born to Mr and Mrs Isaac Earle a daughter.
A United States Secret Service agent connected with the post office department has been in Bedford investigating a mail pouch robbery from the Monon depot. The pouch was found looted near the B&O tracks, containing first class mail, registered packages, and about $50,000 in money, checks and drafts. Authorities stopped payment on many papers, and arrests are anticipated.
The letter from John Wesley Carr of Blackankle invites Col. William Dobbins to Louisville for the National Educational Association meeting. Carr, once helped by Dobbins, praises his former ward and asks Dobbins to cover travel and hotel costs, promising seating in the Amen corner and assistance. He also mentions attire a swallow tail and plug hat.
The Brooks brothers evangelists who held revival meetings at Bedford Christian Church last spring topped prior success at Bloomington. Bloomington church board decided to retain them at least five weeks, with extension possible if public interest lasts. Pastor Clark cited a 17 week revival at Kirkwood Avenue in a prior era that added over 200 converts, while 124 additions occurred by last Sunday. They planned to begin in Paris Missouri the last Sunday of the month, staying as long as interest endures.
A Perry township tale of wolves near Springville turns out to be a hoax. The alleged pack of wolves was actually hungry dogs involved in a sheep killing incident, and the suspension of schools linked to the rumor ends as the town returns to normal.
The Second District Convention lauds John C Billheimer for auditor of state citing his sterling worth high character and long service in law and as deputy auditor. Governors experts found $25 000 000 handled honestly during his tenure and his record supports a strong nomination bid.
In the Lawrence Circuit Court estate of Joseph N Stalling deceased Insolvency found January 2 106 and ordered settled Creditors must file claims for allowance before proceedings The Clerk Lu Boone Leonard Bedford Indiana February 1 1006 Brooks Brooks Attorneys
In the Lawrence Circuit Court the estate of Jonathan M Sellers deceased is heard for final settlement presented by Milton A Boyd Executor. The account and vouchers will be examined February 19, 1900, heirs creditors or legatees must appear to show cause why approval should not be given. Martin & Martin Attorneys.
In the Lawrence Circuit Court the executors Henry C. Wright and Green T. Wright present their account and vouchers for final settlement of the Aaron Wright estate. A hearing is set for February 7, 1906, requiring all heirs creditors and legatees to appear and show cause why the account should not be approved. Attorneys Martin & Martin represent the executors.
Leonard Howard of Bono township was arraigned in Justice Harris court and pleads guilty to killing one squirrel out of season. He received a $5 fine after game wardens and State Game Commissioner Sweeney influenced the plea. The case is tied to alleged road work orders and retaliatory prosecutions.
Dr M T Judah a prominent physician and Bloomington resident died shortly before 2 pm Tuesday at his home. Cause was blood poisoning from throat injury after rabbit bone was lodged there and could not be removed for a week. Born in Monroe county about 65 years ago he earlier practiced in Brown and Gent areas before moving to Bloomington last year. He valued his Christian faith and is survived by a brother and two sisters Mrs Elizabeth Chrisler of Bedford Mrs Hattie Terry of Stinesville and Samuel Judah of Texas.
A brief notice from Mrs. Annie Carter and her children thanks neighbors and friends for sympathy and kindness shown after the death of their beloved son and brother.
The piece traces St Valentine’s Day from a religious feast in the third century to the later secular practice of exchanging tokens. It notes the harmony and later clash between St Valentine and Cupid in shaping the holiday, and describes the historic drawing of names for yearlong Valentine matches.
Col A M Hardy, titled as a picturesque figure in the Washington Democrat, is now in Vernal Utah as attorney for the Stockmen's Town Site Company. The firm has a government patent for 6 000 acres in a rich mining valley open to mineral development, attracting investors from the millionaire class. Harry Malott of the National Bridge Company visited the city, staying with relatives while working at Bloomington.
The report shows December deaths in Indiana totaling 2 657 with an annual rate of 11.8 and 2 687 deaths for the preceding month at 12.3. Under 1 year accounted for 380 deaths, 15.3 percent. ages 1–5 148. 5–10 58. 10–15 52. 15–20 82. 65 and over 742 or 29.9 percent. Major causes included pulmonary tuberculosis 298, other tuberculosis 38, typhoid 66, diphtheria and croup 58, pneumonia 347, cancer 90, violence 137, smallpox 1. Bronchitis and tonsillitis were most prevalent. pneumonia rose from fifth to third in December 1905. The order of disease prevalence was bronchitis, tonsillitis, pneumonia, rheumatism, influenza, typhoid, scarlet fever, pleuritis, diphtheria, membranous croup, intermittent and remittent fever, erysipelas, diarrhoea, whooping cough, inflammation of bowels, smallpox, typho-malaria fever, puerperal fever, cerebro-spinal meningitis, dysentery, cholera infantum, measles, and cholera morbus.
Miss Emma Davis, who was assaulted by Willie Siscoe in a Smithville schoolroom, is strong enough to resume duties. The Siscoe boy will not return, and officials Trustee Harrell of Clear Creek township and Superintendent Buzzaird will start an investigation and pursue criminal action.
A roving band camped east of the city took possession of the Fos toria school house Saturday night and carried off books pens pencils and supplies. Miss Mayme Allen found the scene Monday morning with furniture scattered and damage totaling several dollars. J H Tracy visits Sey mour and veterans Clarence Layman and Will Prow return from the Philippines for furlough to Avoca.
Notice states John W Harris appointed by the Lawrence Court Administrator to administer the estate of John W Harvey, deceased, on a work day in November 190. The estate is described as probably solvent.
The State of Indiana Lawrence County 1906 notice of Nora McDowell vs Walter McDowell for divorce. Defendant not resident of Indiana required to appear February 3, 1906, at Lawrence Circuit Court, Bedford, to answer the complaint or demur, otherwise the case will proceed in his absence. Attorneys: Alexander & Harris. Clerk: Boone Leonard.
By decree from the Lawrence Circuit Court in Medura State Bank v Rezint Fowler Edith Fowler et al I will sell at public auction on Saturday February 10 1906 between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm at the courthouse door Bedford Lawrence County Indiana the east half of the southeast quarter section 10 township 5 north range 2 east minus about six acres and the southwest quarter section 11 township 5 north range 2 east both described tracts with rents and profits for up to seven years. If the judgment not fully satisfied I will offer the fee simple of the real estate at the same time and place. THOMAS W ROX Sheriff of Lawrence County Braunaman Honan Attorneys.
Lawrence County Indiana in 1906. George M Albertson and William H Barton sue Alexander Smith et al to quiet title to real estate. Unknown heirs and residents of Indiana must appear February 1966 or default judgment will be entered. Court seal and clerk signature dated January 9 1906.
Plaintiff McHenry Owen files complaint to quiet title in real estate in Lawrence County Indiana. Defendants listed include John Montgomery and numerous relatives all allegedly nonresidents, action to proceed if defendants fail to appear by February 23, 1906. Clerk Boone Leonard signs.
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