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Newspaper

Bedford Weekly Mail

Location

Bedford, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 03, 1908

Page

2

Township trustee candidates announced for Republican primary

An election notice announces Milton B Kern and Frak Hatfield as township trustees candidates in Indian Creek and Shawswick townships. It also lists William Meglemre and Omar Shall E Kern as candidates for trustees, subject to Republican primary decisions.

William O Donica Lawrence Robert D. Gyger Lawrence County Elmer G. McKnight Stephen B. Buchanan Fred Freeman Sherif John Krenke William H Sitler Quincyc Arcne Dalton B. F. Pltman Earl G. Short Suncet Harry VY. Elrod Zimri Bennett Republicc John D. Sell Preston M. Mavity Authoe Dta Anselm William T. Embee Eversgole James 5 Republic John W. Markis Theth Judicial Circuit John M. Gainey Lawrence Circuit Court David Y. Johnson Elbert 3. Stalker Robert L. Keiteley Republcan Charles H. Allen Milton B Kern Indian Creek Township Frank DR. Hatfield Shawswick Township Willian V. Meglemre Fmarshall E. Kern Charles H. Duninue Bhawswick Township Robert T.D Snon Creek Town James M Ife Stephen B.inman Shawa@ieck township Elia L. Johnson Leonidas “Potter Eleen

Hays Family Released From Smallpox Quarantine

The Hays family near Logan released from smallpox quarantine after disinfection. William Owens near Needmore convalescent with mild illness. The two Misses Hayes who teach Lemon and Judah schools will resume duties this week as danger of spread ends.

Hugh Hays Logan William Owens Needmore Hayés Lemon and Judah

Calf Born Without Tail Stuns Rural Route Farmer

Fred Kramer of Rural Route 7 reports a Christmas calf with no tail at his farm, a rare freak. He plans possible sale to a show while legal notes mention court room restrictions for Thaw trial observers.

Fred Kramer Kramer Linton

Luckiest Man in Edford Wins Marie Bradley Lottery

Mr. Dorsey awoke to learn he won the raffle for the pacing mare Marie Bradley valued at $2,000. The Hopewell & Son plan raised about $200 for a local fund as about fifty Bedford residents joined the 1000-ticket sale at $2 each. Dorsey held extra chances and was informed this morning his number won, with a cash offer of $1,000 for the mare. The animal has raced in major Indiana Kentucky and Illinois purses the past two years.

Edford Dorsey Hopewell & Son Seymour Marie Bradley Hopewells Indiana Bedford Kentucky Ilinois

Local Justice Denied Fee At New Year Wedding

John W. Clampitt of Norman Station and Emma J. Hunter daughter of Mr and Mrs T J Hunter wed at the County Clerk's office at 8 this morning by Justice H H Martin of Jackson county. County Justices of the Peace express indignation at a foreign county justice wedding fee grab. Mr and Mrs Ben Gratzer of Louisville visit the city as guests of the Gratzer brothers and families.

John W. Clampitt Norman Station Emma J. Hunter T. J. Hunter H. H. Martin Jackson County J. P Ben Gratzer Louisville City Gratzer Brothers

Guilty plea in Ft Ritner for Blind Tiger operation

Henry Harrison pleaded guilty in police court to operating a Blind Tiger at Ft Ritner. He was fined 20 dollars and costs for the offense connected to a sycamore tree by the White River said to yield alcohol. Local constable Cal Voyles arrested him after the tree allegedly produced no more intoxicating sap.

Henry Harrison Ft. Ritner Harris White River Cal Voyles Piace Straightway Elijah Dixon

Huron to deposit town funds with no bids in sight

The town of Huron with about $120 on hand did not advertise for proposals to receive the deposits and received no bids. The treasurer may place the money in a tomato can, marking Huron’s first bank. Mack McCain, Ollie McCain’s son, is threatened with pneumonia.

Huron Mitchell Tribune

Local grocery sale ad lists canned goods and coffee prices

The notice itemizes prices for canned pears hominy pie peaches syrup peas sorghum molasses mince meat pink salmon sweet pickles picnic hams regular hams breakfast bacon and lard. It also promotes bulk roasted coffee brands Furitan Colonial Majestic Saxon and Saxon bulk per pound and urges customers to include a pound or more in orders.

Furitan Colonial Majestic Saxon

Vengeance of Dread Black Hand Threatens Italians

In Reed's Station Lawrence county a large fire destroyed much of the Italian community property and suspect Black Hand activity arises. Phil Rock, John Alesia and the Meno brothers suffer losses while authorities suspect incendiary motive and Italian anger grows over a prior shooting death Rock was acquitted of.

Black Hand Lawrence County Reed’s Station Philip Rock John Alesia John Thomas Meno Phillip Rock Bloomfield Mills Reed’s Menon Road Rock

Judge Suspends Sentence For Mitchell Overcoat Theft

Ben Duncan pleaded guilty to petit larceny after allegedly stealing an overcoat from a Mitchell restaurant. Judge Wilson suspended the sentence for good behavior and placed him under the State Reformatory board supervision with possible liberty if he finds work, otherwise confinement may follow.

Ben Duncan Wilson Duncan Mitchell State Reformatory Board

Settlement window for Aldenhagen Hartman debts

Notice from Aldenhagen & Hartman stating all debtors must settle by January 12. after that date John Hartman leaves and accounts will be sent for collection.

Aldenhagen & Hartman John Hartman D&w

Lon Prewitt Takes Office as County Commissioner

The New Year brings Lon Prewitt into the county commission. He is praised for past success and expected to perform well in his new role. Prewitt previously served as foreman for the Bedford public square improvement, representing contractor Ewing Shields.

Lon Prewitt Lon Mr. Prewitt Bedford Public Square Ewing Shields

Man suffers leg fracture while cutting logs near Peerless

Edward Donica sustained a fracture to his right leg when a log rolled on him as he prepared to saw it near Peerless. Witnesses carried him to his home and a physician was summoned. Mrs. Ed Skerd and daughter Margaret have returned from a holiday visit to Ahnelton relatives.

Peerless Edward Donica Donica Mr Donica Ed Skerd Margaret Ahnelton Swith Wigaim

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