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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1919
Page
2
Mrs Frank Taylor aged 60 formerly of this city died Wednesday at Bloomington of cancer. She left this city about four years ago. Funeral services were conducted Friday. Burial was at Bloomington.
Bruce Flinn was convicted of rape in the Lawrence circuit court and sentenced to a state prison term of two to twenty one years. He also must pay a $50 fine and court costs.
Mrs J E Dorsey aged 82 years mother of J E Dorsey of this city died at her Terre Haute home Saturday from old age complications. Her son, J E Dorsey of 812 Lincoln Avenue, has influenza and will miss the funeral scheduled for Terre Haute Tuesday at 2 PM with burial there.
The item notes a renewed influenza outbreak causing school closures. It reports widespread illness, disruption to classes, and authorities urging hygiene measures and caution for communities. Local institutions suspend activities as health officials track cases.
An article fragment recalls a Wednesday incident where a vehicle with Rev. Ralph Hays was driven toward Mrs. Hays then veered off the road into a ditch. No injuries were reported and the car suffered minor damage.
Funeral services for Mrs. Frank M. Carlton were held at her home conducted by Rev. R. E. Moss of Crawfordsville. Burial followed at Green Hill cemetery.
Residents report chickens roaming freely damaging onion beds. Police records show repeated calls and a heavy fine for allowing poultry at large, with owners at risk of penalties if complaints persist.
The new Mitchell auto fire truck completed its first run on Saturday night responding to a small blaze at the home of William Stevens in East Mitchell. The fire damaged only papers, was contained before arrival, and caused a scare with minimal damage.
State v Lloyd Flinn on rape charges delayed as jurors, many late to appear, slow the proceedings. Flinn is a recently discharged soldier. Prosecution cites Selah Flinn fourteen, same witness as in Bruce Flinn case where Bruce was found guilty. Marriage licenses noted for Earl Stultz Irene Tam and Joseph Harter.
The Bedford city court charged 132 misdemeanors in 1918 with 117 white males, nine white females, and six colored males. Of 122 native born, nine foreign and one unknown. One hundred nineteen fined, one acquitted, eleven discharged, one pending. Disposed: eighty paid, twenty stayed, nine to jail, six to penal farm.
The body of Robert Turley, a former Lawrence County resident from near Bryantsville, slain in Loogootee, was brought to Mitchell Saturday for burial in the local cemetery.
Seymour forgets peace conference as debate over topping park trees divides city council and residents. Indiana law punishes harming shade trees with fines, and a state forestry board offers expert help. Some cities have saved trees. Seymour could follow.
Mrs Allen Easton died Saturday at her North J Street home after a weeklong stomach illness. She was a devoted wife and mother, a Methodist Church member, and beloved by neighbors. Survived by her husband, several married children, three sons at home, and Thomas Waston in France. Funeral services were held Monday at 10 a.m. with burial at Gilgal.
Funeral services for Fred E. Jackson were conducted Sunday at the Jackson home on North 1st Street with large turnout. Rev. Cook of Mitchell officiated and a quartet rendered songs. Masonic members attended and Green Hill cemetery received him. The procession included pallbearers led by Henry D. Martin and Judge Oren Swails among others. A separate note mentions Raymond Stipp's seduction trial set for January 20.
W E McKinney of Heltonville was the victim in a severe accident reported Friday. The incident occurred in the town, with local authorities investigating the crash and medical staff providing treatment.
Everett McGarrell manager W E McKinney of Hestonville was thrown from a wagon when his team ran away and broke a leg between the ankle and knee. He is reported to be recovering. Bedford hosts Mack Stock Co planned to tour under canvas with repertoire shows opening in May.
Francis Staley Cracraft died Friday afternoon at his home near Bartlettsville from influenza and pneumonia. A private funeral will be held Sunday at 10 a.m. Burial is planned at Chapel Hill.
A Daily Mail employee writes from Montabaur Germany on December 22 4978 describing World War I fronts in France Luxembourg and Germany. He references armistice rumors and peace hopes while listing battles at Sedan Argonne Forest and St Mihiel and notes civilian reception of Allied troops. His nephew Alva signs the letter with warm regards.
Homer Croucher filed for divorce from Pearl Croucher alleging cruel treatment. They married in 1909 and separated in 1919. The complaint states Pearl attempted to strike him with an ax and with a broom, and cursed him asking for a divorce.
Sunday afternoon prayers and a sermon by Moss of Crawfordsville honored Mrs Frank Carlton who died Thursday near Chicago. Grover and Miss Marvy Long led singing Abide With Me and Lead Kindly Light while pallbearers James Sevens George Campbell George Winstandley Jesse Pace and M Monkel carried the casket. Interment followed at Green Hill with sisters Mrs Gordon Gould and Miss Mattie Carlton visiting from Crawfordsville.
A Fourth of July celebration is planned at Lawrence Driving Park with community events and holiday activities announced for the day. Local organizers urge attendance and note activities will begin in the afternoon and run into the evening.
Lawrence Co. Agricultur al and Driving Association plans a July Fourth celebration at Lawrence Driving Park with harness racing as the feature. Other attractions such as air, auto, or motorcycle races and a forenoon program for Our Boys including G. A. R. veterans are to be announced later as committees decide.
Dr. Shirley of Shoals, a well known physician in this city, has died. The body will be taken to Orleans for burial.
Mrs. Hannah Smith 66 of Freetown died Saturday at her home from cancer. She is survived by her husband and six children. Funeral services were held at the Freetown church Monday with interment in the nearby cemetery. Born to Clarence D Williams on Lincoln Avenue, a son named Clarence Ramond.
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