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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1907
Page
2
The Paoli jury in the Callahan case was discharged after failing to reach a verdict. They stood 8 for acquittal and 4 for conviction on manslaughter. Judge Martin ordered Callahan released on bond, with Judge Buskirk setting bail at $10,000.
Workmen uncovered a skull in ground excavated by C. H. Glandorf's crew near Newport Ky. Authorities identify the skull as Miss Pearl Bryan, murdered Feb 1 1896 by Cincinnati medical students. Evidence includes location along the murder route, sole skull recovery, and matching measurements toBryan. Theories about disposal include river, sewer, or cremation.
The State Railroad Commission collects month long arrival data at Union Station Columbus to assess why trains run late. Commissioner Gothlin seeks to summon General Managers to explain delays and argues schedules should reflect reality to protect travelers. The move may mark a first in state rail history.
A skull discovered in a Dayton gas trench near Covington reservoir, reportedly dug up after being buried twenty years. Two pranksters took the skull to Bellevue, causing a colored man to jump from a window and the skull later dumped on a rubbish heap. An affidavit was made to Coroner Dizby about the find.
Police report an organized gang moving from Chicago to New York has looted trunks and packages from railroad baggage rooms, costing riders and companies over 150000 dollars. The Chesapeake and Ohio system tightens rules with barred baggage cars and halted accommodation checking. Two men and a woman are detained in New York on charges tied to the thefts.
Senator Frank Kistler introduces a resolution to form the Indiana Centennial Commission to plan a 1916 celebration. The commission, with one member from each county, would report two plans for state and national style events and meet in Indianapolis on the first Monday in April 1907.
The Indiana House approved an inheritance tax bill by 76 to 12 after noon session. Prepared by W. L. Taylor and introduced by John Edwards, the bill outlines two tax scales for bequests and specifies due at death with 10 percent annual penalty for nonpayment. County treasurers will collect and forward to the state treasurer.
An advertisement proclaims Kemp's Balsam stops any cough that medicine can and cures coughs that others cannot. It claims to be the best cough cure for coughs colds bronchitis grip asthma and consumption in early stages. The product is said to contain no alcohol opium morphine or other narcotics.
Washington edged toward Southern Indiana title contention after beating Bedford while Bedford’s defeat left Orleans and Odon in the mix. Washington’s record showed both strong wins and close losses, with Shoals and Martin County teams factoring in the muddled race for honors.
The Terre Haute Tribune reports possible relocation of Southern Indiana Railroad general offices from Terre Haute to Bedford Indiana. Superintendent M E Sebree and Vice President John W Walsh were in Bedford assessing sites while no official announcement has been made. Office cluster now at Terre Haute includes superintendent dispatch civil engineering road foreman and other related offices.
Rev. Chester Birch led his final services and boarded the night train to Chicago. His farewell urged loyal support for the church and strengthened many to dedicate themselves to winning souls and living Christian obligations. The meetings moved many followers toward deeper commitment and ongoing effort.
In a Saturday game Washington defeated Bedford 39 to 15. Oliphant opened with a field goal, then steady scoring kept the locals ahead. Emmry, Washington star forward, had six first half field goals and three foul points while Bedford rallied after intermission but could not close the gap.
A 10 by 18 foot Gothic stained glass window in the south front of St John s Church was consecrated by Bishop Francis at the 7 30 service. The glass depicts St John the Evangelist with side panels of Agnus Dei and Holy Baptism and features emblems of the Holy Trinity and the all seeing eye. The design is credited to Rev Wm Crossman Otte and Riordan & Company, Cincinnati, with a cost of 300 funded by Bedford friends and donors in Boston Cincinnati Baltimore Chicago St Louis El Paso and other cities. The Men's Church Guild organized the project.
Mr and Mrs Jefferson Ragsdale hosted a Friday night event two miles east of town with games and refreshments. Attendees included Charlie McClinney Wendell Stipp Virgil Stipp Edward McKnight Ernest McBride Roscoe Nichols Logan Browning Charlie Rout Leonard Woody Ethel Ketchem Goldie Woody Vivian Fultz Flora Bridwell Fannie Stipp Bessie Ruth McKnight Edith Long Nellie Alexander Lee Ragsdale and Jefferson Ragsdale plus Bedford neighbors. A separate surprise party honored Thomas Bates with games and taffy. attendees included Clara Davis Cuma Fields Joyce Quackenbush Bessie Davis Emma Puckett Edna Pratt Lily Puckett Edith Thorne Edith Bates Emma Grosbach Ivan Weir Edna Steele Margaret Dinsmore Mary Davis Estelle Bates Grace Corps Loyd M Hoopingarner Cecil Quackenbush Lee Puckett Herschel Baker Albert Davis Roger Evans Fred Grosbach Robert Smith George Dinsmore Chester Bates. A third event hosted by Felix Skerd near Bugges Chapple drew Ernest McBride Frank Elmer Fish Chas McClinney Fred Doyle Anderson Harry Rae Edward Lawrence McKnight Emma McBride Nellie Fish Ella Anderson Mabel Rae Bess Ruth McKnight. All groups departed late, enjoying the evenings.
Multiple births announced in city records. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fletcher on Monday night. A son arrived for Mr. and Mrs. Everett Sipes on West 16th Street. An eight pound son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ira Greer on South G Street. A daughter was born Saturday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Will Rhoda on East 19th Street. A twelve pound son was born Tuesday to Mr. and Mrs. John Koetter on North I Street. A daughter was born Friday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Ray on South G Street.
Sherman Fitzpatrick jailed for public intoxication in a dry town. Citizens note many drunks Saturday and question the dryness claim. A druggist reports about 400 men seeking liquor since the blind tiger law, with prescriptions from doctors as the only legal route. A blast to the First National bank window causes a $150 glass loss. Aussie Fulps to Mattie -. Henderson.
The Hawkins Anti-Trust Bill passed the Senate after a tough debate with Republicans and Democrats uniting to defeat multiple amendments. The measure aims to curb trust activity, includes a $20 000 funding for evidence collection and prosecutions, and is expected to reach the House for a decisive vote.
A grocery list itemizes numerous discounted items including apples at varying prices, cabbage two pounds for 22 cents, corn meal eight cents, coffee two pounds for 25 cents, crackers, ginger snaps, lemons, onions, pickles, prunes, parsnips, flour, peaches dried, raisins, rice, sweet potatoes, shredded wheat, soda, turnips, white fish, Worcestershire sauce and more with assorted per item costs. The ad emphasizes sale items and daily low prices.
Baseball fans await schedules as National and American Leagues announce spring training trips. Giants head to California and White Sox to Mexico City while other clubs prepare early treks to ready lineups for opening day. Electrical scoreboards draw interest and will be discussed at the American League meeting in the city next week.
In Bloomfield a jury awarded Phania A. Knapp $225 against Nathan Squire for a coal mine incident near Linton last July. A piece of slate struck Knapp in the left eye during a noon break when miners flipped slate pieces at a mule. Knapp sought $5,000 claiming lack of care and warnings from coworkers.
In circuit court Monday Spencer Goff pleaded guilty to unlawful sale of liquor and was fined 5 dollars, plus costs total 17.50, with judgment stayed. The State versus Omar Owens and Thomas Nelson on burglary, previously hung jury, is set for Wednesday. The Executor of William B. Chrisler sues Lillie Philips over an insurance policy assignment worth about 1700. contest centers on mental competence at assignment time.
The State of Indiana Lawrence County Lawrence Circuit Court February Term 197 William H Burtos et al are listed in a notice to nonresidents regarding a court action. The document references defendants and a legal proceeding in the Lawrence Circuit Court.
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