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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1902
Page
1
The article warns about non refilling bottles and bar keepers adding compounds, selling essences for whiskies and other liquors. It notes aging agents and colorings sold to simulate age, plus caps, labels, and special brands. It cites a Senate committee on pure foods and mentions counterfeit champagne practices by carbonating still wine.
Bob Wicker pitched the best game of his life for the Cardinals in a 2 to 0 victory over the New York Giants before 10,000 fans in St Louis. He allowed three hits, struck out five, and benefited from sharp defense as O Hagan’s two base hits and key early outs kept the Giants from scoring. Dummy Taylor matched him until the eighth inning when St Louis broke through with two runs aided by defensive lapses. The crowd cheered as Wicker finished with a strong complete game, and he received an enthusiastic reception.
Washington reports a flood of renovated butter as the new oleomargarine and renovated butter law takes effect. The government notes a 10 cent per pound tax on colored oleo and a tiny tax on renovated butter, while chemist Dr. D A Crampton describes the extensive late trade and rising prices.
The Bedford and Salem teams clashed Friday afternoon as Bedford’s heavy hitting overwhelmed Salem. Four Bedford pitchers toppled by Johnson home run off Salem star Cavenaugh. Billy Jones caught for Salem. Ben Kimbly played second before illness. Bringham’s pitching featured.
McGart Kirk and Lydia Kirk were married at Bonds M E church on July 3 in a ceremony conducted by Rev Morgan. Miss Ethel Sanders played Mendelssohn. Bridesmaid Ella Clark maid of honor Belle Kirk ushers A Jenkins Chas Kirk. The couple plans to reside at West Baden where McCart works as hotel project superintendent.
Carrie Mae Howard and Thomas Ross of Seymour were married July 4 at 2 p.m. by Elder Joseph Franklin at the bride’s sister Mrs Henry Kindred’s home on West 12th Street. Miss Ross has long resided here and is praised for talent. Mr Ross works as a brakeman for B and O S W at Seymour. They left Friday for a furnished home in Seymour and the Mail extends congratulations.
Linton Call recounts a confrontation as Pentecosters holding street services on Chestnut Street led to arrests for obstructing sidewalks. Mayor Chambers and Marshal Hutton clashed with the crowd while Brently drew his pistol to prevent further chaos. No affidavits filed. Authorities condemn the defiance of law and the attempted intimidation of officials.
Residents praised better gravel roads after a rainy week as sections along five routes were approved by majorities ranging from 145 to 217. The issue, repeatedly before courts, was sent to voters in sections to resolve the dispute.
W E Cannedy suffered a painful but not serious burn on his right hand when a cannon cracker exploded as he tried to relight it after it appeared to go out. The incident occurred Friday in Bloomington.
Leo Sage and Ed Gould of Bedford Light, Heat and Power Co. crawled under Jim Bell’s house to connect to the gas main. A cap removal caused gas to erupt and a flame shot from the pipe, burning both men’s faces and leaving a two foot hole in the floor. Bell, unscorched, extinguished the blaze and capped the line. Both workers escaped serious injury.
Statute provides two students from each county may attend Indiana University School of Law tuition free. Supreme Court ruling confirms eligibility. counties may select two students with certificates from County Commissioners. City officials relocate offices and school-board plans reorganization of space.
Mrs Catherine McLaughlin died Sunday afternoon at 4 30 aged 75. Funeral held Tuesday morning at 9 from the Catholic church. Burial at Green Hill Cemetery.
Beney Utterback dwelling at Indian Springs was struck by lightning around 4 30 Monday afternoon. The family inside escaped with slight shock. A cradle bound child was covered by plaster and splinters but unharmed. Damage estimated at 50 dollars.
Article notes locust eggs damaged tree tips in towns and fields but sparrows and quails helped reduce pest damage. Sparrows are abundant in town yet scarce countryside, while quails in a cornfield helped by eating pests. The piece argues birds play a large role in natural insect control.
The Shawswick reunion drew about 3000 people with Hon. J B Wilson of Bloomington delivering an praised address. Heltonville Sunday Schools and volunteers Mrs G M Norman and Mrs Homer Ragsdale organized parts of the program. Local singers and the Heltonville string band performed while the zonophone played. Premiums were awarded to Ada Whitted for best declamation, Hallie M Johnson second, Nellie Sears for third, Enoch Hollowell for fourth, and other winners incl Edna Stockleather, Mack Tyler, Julius Beavers, and Nannie Browning among many.
The Wabash Improvement Company of Terre Haute plans leases to secure mussel shell rights along the Wabash and White rivers and to build boats for collecting them. When water falls, shell gathering will start and shipments go to button factories.
The piece recounts Indiana’s wartime efforts to supply arms and materials, led by Governor Morton who financed essentials on personal credit with Lincoln’s pledge. It notes the national government repays Indiana $635,000, aiding current prosperity and debt reduction.
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