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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1908
Page
4
A newspaper item reports anticipation over a court decision in an unnamed case with references to information leaks and ongoing speculation about the ruling. The brief notes that details are not yet released and emphasizes the high interest around the court’s forthcoming decision.
Indiana geologist Williams S Blatchley after a two week voyage down Blue, Driftwood, and White rivers returns to Terre Haute. He says the east fork of White river will not support large craft and cites near mishaps including a crewman injured by a willow while testing the river’s navigability. He notes numerous sand bars and river features complicating navigation and mentions ongoing investigations of causeways and drainage.
Axtell, linked to a 60 thousand dollar deficit with 7 thousand due the city, is jailed amid receivership plans. The Real Estate Association, with over 150 thousand loaned and 12 thousand lost to shareholders, faces long-standing distrust as forgery accusations surface regarding a bond bearing Mrs Wylie's name.
The accident in a Sheridan room during a lodge initiation injured 21 year old Charles C Kassabaum. A lawsuit filed against the lodges and two members alleges negligence and assault and battery. The complaint says a metallic instrument struck Kassabaum causing a flesh wound and explosion of powder tearing the leg. He suffered severe pain and has worn a cast since the incident.
A fragmented report notes Powers 10 Spear and Governor Wilson linking events at Gl Park and Aure East, with mentions of Elbert Hubbard and Kittanning figures. The item references lectures, court politics, and a town audience including Lulu Tyler Gates and Kellogg Haines.
Increase in labor at Lake van Southern Railroad Elkhart shops reduces workforce to 49 from 2 weeks, affecting 500 employees. The temporary cut continues until the company can restore full force.
Hererry A. Axtell was arrested in Bloomington Monday on warrants for embezzlement forgery perjury and mutilating records. He was surrendered by his former bondsmen and re arrested on new charges. He is jailed and likely unable to post bail.
The Real Estate Building and Loan Association of Bloomington collapses into receivership after secretary Harry Axtell’s shortages. Audits show about 12 000 short, totaling a possible 41 000 loss with 28 000 covered by Mrs. Wylie. Directors charge deliberate wrecking. criminal and civil actions planned.
In a Sunday clash at Linton the Cubs edged Bedford 1 to 0 after seventeen innings in a game filled with sharp defense and tense moments. Bedford batters stranded runners, while Fletcher limited the visitors to six hits as Lemon’s strong throws kept would‑be baserunners in check. Bedford’s battery was superb and Charley Bringham starred at short as the crowd roared at a shoestring running catch by Captain Bunn. Bedford will visit Linton again on August 23.
The Ft Ritner case into Henry Dixon’s death continues with Detective James M. Myers gathering evidence as officials weigh arrests. Attorney R N Palmer met Prosecutor Fletcher to review materials, while locals press for swift justice against suspects.
Mrs Sarah Bivins aged 76 died at her East 17th street home after illness. She was born in Lawrence county, widow of William Bigins, and survived by seven children including Mrs Nettie Woolbreit and Oscar Bivins. One of two Mexican War veteran widows in the county, funeral was at 9 am from Church of Christ with Elder George W Murphy presiding and burial at Pleasant Run cemetery.
The Greencastle Banner reports Brewers and saloon allies plan to defeat the Republican legislative ticket in the state. They fear the anti saloon stance and county local option plank if Democrats win. Temperance workers are urged to unite behind a single temperance slate to maximize influence.
Farmers in Jeffersonville Utica and Charleston townships Clark county Indiana begin the yearly sale of orchard grass seed with shipments starting from Jeffersonville. The crop is variable this year with poor yields and mixed quality due to spring rains and whitetop contamination. Prices range from 1.40 to 1.75 per bushel with most seed destined for Germany for dye work.
Orders for new locomotives from railroads nationwide push Baldwin locomotive works in Philadelphia to raise hours from twenty five to forty weekly. The firm now employs 5,000 men, down from twelve to fourteen hour days and 17,500 workers a year ago, with a full workforce expected by September 1.
Eight month old Martha Hartman daughter of John Hartman of South H street died Saturday at 9 o'clock and was buried Monday at 2 30 o'clock. Her mother died a few weeks earlier and had been ill since.
The Supreme Court weighs the stock food labeling rule in the Weller case over wheat middlings sold without tags. The column then surveys Democratic Taft Bryan contrasts, campaign finance publicity, court appointments, and 1900 political rhetoric amid midyear business revival.
Wesley Bilyeu by his attorneys Frank L. Driskell and James A. Zaring files suit in the Lawrence circuit court to set aside a fraudulent conveyance and recover about 400 on a note. The B and O railway expands track work near Montgomery with a large labor force including Negroes from Cincinnati and Italians and Russians at Ft Ritner tunnel. Nine carloads of crushed stone pass Seymour en route to Moore's Hill as track ballast expands from Dillsboro to Cochran. Indiana farmers plant record clover acreage six hundred fifty eight thousand tons expected yield similar to last year. Republican Committee will open headquarters in New York’s St James building Saturday. Frank H Hitchcock to attend. Born Saturday, a ten-pound son to Mr and Mrs George Ridge of West 16th Street.
Advertised letters awaiting pickup include ladies Clara Cole Dellie Craig Gertie Denest Mary Hall Fannie Keelin Mrs Grace Sullivan Mrs All Tulu Mrs All GENTLEMEN Walter Harrell Curtis Hays Dave Jackson Thomas Patrick Edward Smith Wm Smith If Weaver Henry Persons must call and say advertised 8 L Keacu P
The piece argues party platforms show little difference on court independence and procedure. It notes many current justices approach retirement age, predicting vacancies during the next presidency and raising questions about which leaders would appoint future justices.
Thousands of Chautauqua attendees regret the cancellation of most of Congressman Watsons engagements. As Indiana governor hopeful and Republican campaigner, he will devote his time to speeches, skipping many non Indiana appearances. The piece notes opponents misstate his absence and praises his platform power.
The piece accuses the Democratic press of malice in smearing Republican Sheriff candidate Dan Moore over a mill quarrel with Robert Gyger. It notes Moore paid a $1 fine for defending his honor after being insulted and argues the episode boosts Moore’s standing with voters while denying a Catholic slur by Gyger.
George Tovey proprietor of the Ideal Shoe store wed Miss Smiley daughter of J B Smiley in Indianapolis on Tuesday. The couple, who planned to keep the date secret, are now on a honeymoon trip visiting Lake resorts.
Elkhart resident and millionaire hornmaker Mr Conn plans a gubernatorial bid on the independence league ticket. His entry could peel support from Mr Marshall and disrupt the Hearst aligned Democrats. A daughter Helen Amelia was born to Mr and Mrs John Benzel in Ripon Wisconsin.
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