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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1915
Page
7
Elliott Flinn 25 died after his horse struck a twisted telephone wire blown across the pike north of Tunnelton during a fast ride home from work. Elmer Allen escaped serious injury when struck on the neck by the wire. funeral held at Pin Hook after the accident late Saturday.
A fire on Tuesday morning gutted the Webster House attic on J Street, damaging the entire third floor and soaking twenty rooms with water. Edward Tindall discovered smoke in the store room, firefighters contained the blaze, and the loss is fully insured.
Friends of a tornado victim returned donations on Monday after first collecting funds Wednesday night. The man said he could see his way out and preferred not to accept help now, hoping to aid others in need later. Also notes visits by Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Winklepeck and reports on White River rising near Vincennes.
George Buran escapes serious injury after a wagon overturns in a rural accident. He suffers a badly wrenched arm but avoids further harm as bystanders assist and emergency services respond.
George Buran, about 18, a team driver for William Woodruff contractor, was injured Saturday evening on 18th Street near K. The wagon turned over and he was thrown to the street, suffering a badly wrenched arm though not seriously hurt.
A special County Council meeting is planned for Monday July 19 to appropriate funds for repairing bridges washed out by last Wednesday night’s flood. The total needed is about 5000 dollars, with some bridges nearly new yet undamaged and others already repaired ready for travel. The Armstrong bridge on the Springville and Owensburg pike shifted downstream but escaped major damage. Gulletts Creek and Faubion bridges have been practically repaired and remain well used.
A large crowd gathered Saturday night at the Salvation Army hall for Capt and Mrs Schnarr’s farewell. They depart Thursday morning for Alfordsville Indiana for a month furlough and then expect to take a new appointment in Indiana or Michigan. The incoming officer is due Thursday.
The Greencastle Herald reports Charles McBride, a prisoner sentenced to the State Farm, remains at large after escaping from a dormitory building last week. Police have strong descriptions and expect capture soon.
The Deigation of the Free Methodist Church Sunday was the most successful yet, marking the church's release from debt. Members celebrated the milestone with gratitude for community support and spiritual renewal.
Amount 2110 dollars was raised at the Free Methodist church dedication services on Sunday in a drive that began with a 1600 dollar debt to be cleared. Mrs. D W McKnight, recovering from a stroke, attended and sat up briefly, while the congregation noted the joyful result and the church’s bright future in its new edifice on 8th street.
Lawrence County Indiana plans road improvement in Shawswick Township by grading draining and paving with concrete or other material. Affected landowners include George W Felknor John Felknor and William M McMillan with right of way near Salt Creek. Hearing set for August 3 1915 before the Board of County Commissioners.
The Lawrence County Board of Commissioners Indiana invites sealed bids by 1 pm August 3 1915 for gravel or macadamized Shawswick Township Bedford Mitchell and Pump House road 3140 feet. Bids on each road separately with bond of twice bid amount. Award rejection rights reserved. Copies by Engineer and Viewers Report via Ezra W Edwards Auditor. Siow
Notice to non residents in Lawrence Circuit Court September Term 1915. Hubbard Spencer Bartlett & Company versus John W. Shanyfelt and Nellie A. Shanyfelt. Foreclosure of mortgage on Indiana real estate. Defendants must appear September 14, 1915, or risk default. Clerk Fred E. Jackson signs. Brooks & Brooks attorneys. Bedford Indiana.
Lawrence County Indiana notices that Augustus E. Dickinson has qualified as executor of Jeanette Dickinson deceased with a solvent estate. Brooks and Brooks serve as attorneys for the estate.
The Marcuu Court of Lawrence County Indiana appoints Frank Hamer as Administrator of the estate of Priscilla Hamer deceased. The estate is to be dissolved. W m Clark serves as attorney. May 1tws
Notice that the Circuit Court of Lawrence County Indiana has appointed Perry Wooltry as Executor of the estate of David M. Brown deceased late of Lawrence County. The estate is claimed to be solvent and administration is announced.
Notice to the Lawrence County Council announces a special session on July 19 1915 at the Auditor's office to address emergency repairs to several bridges including Track Creek Back Creek Mikels Armstrong and a Bedford and Leesville Pike bridge plus sheriff expenses court house grounds and prisoner transport to a penal institution. Ezra W Edwards Auditor.
Plaintiff files complaint in Lawrence Circuit Court of Indiana. Defendants listed are nonresidents. they are summoned to appear by September 2, 1915, at Bedford Court House and answer or demur to the complaint or risk default. Official seal and clerk's signature accompany the notice.
State of Indiana Lawrence County notice to nonresidents. Ferry F. Carr files complaint in the Lawrence Circuit Court, April term 1915. Louis Beaumont named as defendant not resident of Indiana. must appear by September 2, 1915, at Bedford Court House to answer or demur. Clerk Fred E. Jackson seals document.
Notice from Indiana Lawrence County states Sennette Dickinson deceased is appointed estate, Augustus E. Dickinson named as administrator. Legal office Arouky & Brooks acting as attorneys for the estate. The estate is believed solvent.
In the Lawrence Circuit Court September Term 1915 Perry Carroll Charles D Baker Charles E Miller and Albert D Hughes are notified that if they do not appear on the second Monday in September 1915 at the Bedford Court House to answer or demur to the complaint seeking to set aside a real estate conveyance and quiet title the case will be heard in their absence. The notice is signed by Clerk Fred E. Jackson and attorneys Brooks & Brooks.
William H Sitler sheriff of Lawrence County announces a public sale on Saturday August 14 1915 at the courthouse in Heltonville Salem Bedford road to pay a decree of 266.48 dollars plus costs and interest. If rents fail to satisfy the decree the sale will include the fee simple of ten acres described as the west half of the southeast quarter of section 26 township 6 north range 1 east.
Lawrence County Indiana sheriff announces sale of 40 acres in the southwest quarter of section 18 township 5 north range 2 east. The sale follows a court decree won by Jason Fountain against William H Reynolds and Dora A Reynolds. Auction includes rents and profits for a term and the fee simple of the real estate to satisfy the decree interest and costs.
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