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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1915
Page
5
A man in Pune reportedly killed himself with a rifle after an afternoon dispute. The weapon discharged with the cartridge jammed and the bullet entering a neck area. A cousin had gone to fetch fuel and advised leaving the scene, while the sister remained at Poorless.
The piece records the death of Isaac in Sudbury, mentions Walter as Bloominston real estate and Monroe county farms owner, and notes he was a member of the Blog insite CH Jory He circle. Survived by two sisters Mrs Sudbury and Miss Mary Walker and one brother Christopher Walker.
Five hundred and fifty Christmas treats were distributed at Bedford’s first municipal Christmas, with toys for shut ins and coal for poverty cases. Volunteers from Woman's Club and other groups handed out candy and oranges, while local organizations donated bags of candy. John Withmer erected the tree and Interstat Power Co supplied power. Mayor Fields supervised bandstand preparations as the tree glowed nightly 5 to 8.
Al M. Trvine of North Vernon regrets to inform Danville Kentucky of the untimely death of her aged father from pneumonia. The community mourns the loss as many friends in Airs City express condolences.
Otis Kiln eer of Worthington and Miss Bessa Hickey of Willbon wed Friday before noon in Justice Owens office on the South Side of the public square. The page notes other local visits and holiday travel among Bloomington residents including George Fowler, Pets Sakonde, Mr. and Mrs. Davis, and the Johnsons.
More than two hundred attended the Friday night Christmas program at the Salvation Army Hall. Seventy bags of candy were given to the Sunday School and all children received treats. Candy and toys were distributed as part of the event. Bedford Concert Band netted $101.15 and Hart supplied 75 loaves from Home Bakery for the occasion.
A fragment reports a complainant named Yoong and a rest on Bloomington city scene. Details are unclear but imply a local dispute or complaint in the city.
A Turkish youth Isaac Ysenma was arrested Tuesday night on suspicion of obtaining money under false pretenses. Chicago reports the consul confirmed credentials and he was released with apologies. Eight were lined up in police court Saturday. three jailed and others released on good behavior. Frank Harp and Charles Carducci faced intoxication charges. Harp’s trial set for this afternoon.
Mrs. Courtney Trisler, formerly Emma Withman of this city, was badly bruised and two teeth knocked out when struck by an automobile while boarding a street car in Pomonia California several days ago. The injuries were not serious.
Col. J. R. Fesler of Indianapolis records the death of Capt. Thomas J. Box, Twenty-seventh Indiana, who died at his daughter's home in Indianapolis. Box enlisted in 1861, fought in Winchester, Cedar Mountain, Gettysburg, Chancellorsville, and later campaigns with the Army of the Cumberland. He was wounded seven times, captured and exchanged, and was the last surviving company officer of his regiment. Remaining officers listed include Jamison, Woollen, Alexander, Daugherty, Colgrove, and Fesler.
Christmas was celebrated in Las churches with special sermons focusing on Gods message of Love through Christ Jesus. Choirs and soloists at First Methodist First Christian First Presbyterian and First Baptist presented cantatas and orchestral music enhancing a spiritual and uplifting day.
A series of dynamite blasts in Hymera Sullivan County Indiana destroyed two saloons and an adjoining meat market and damaged many businesses. The attack appears linked to enemies of Walker Wilson, a local figure, with authorities investigating motives and suspects.
A community effort brings warmth and cheer to disadvantaged youngsters this holiday season. Volunteers organize gifts and meals, aiming to brighten Christmas for children in need and spread seasonal goodwill.
The Elks Club provided Christmas gifts on West Fifteenth Street, with Captain Schnarr helping distribute toys, fruit, nuts, and candy. Three hundred children received tickets to the Stone City Opera House Christmas matinee as part of the charity event.
Alva Simpson of Bedford wed Dollie A. Chambers of Bedford and George W. Kern married Mattie Snow. Otis Killinger of Worthington took Bessie May Stuckey of Williams as his wife. J A Blankenship returns from funeral of uncle William Montgomery in Henderson Kentucky.
Syracuse Indiana December 28 George W Miles state fish and game commissioner died today after battling cancer in Syracuse.
Mrs Ella Brundage and her grandson James Whitney traveled from Indianapolis for a family reunion. The visit featured four generations with Mrs Brundage a son Hugh Whiting a granddaughter Mrs William Kingman and great grandson William Whiting Kingman. The group included Mr and Mrs Hugh Whiting Mr and Mrs Claence Stone Mr and Mrs Will Kingman and their son.
Washington Indiana resident Austin F. Cabel longtime president of Cabel & Whauffman Mercantile Co died in Sacred Heart Sanitarium Milwaukee at 62. He never took vacations dedicating himself to business and owned assets in Indianapolis Chicago Cincinnati and other towns. He supported St Simon's Catholic Church and will be buried there.
Seymour Indiana December reports major strides in horticulture as John J. Peter expands an orchard east of town by 400 acres adding to what could become the state's largest individual-owned orchard. Purdue University supervision supports scientific tending and storage, with apples selling at satisfactory prices and farmers shifting from grain to fruit.
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