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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1913
Page
4
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City faces delays as 22 stone posts remain to reach the complete cluster lighting system. The Industrial Association seeks Stone Club help to supply posts or funds. City Council may buy remaining posts if needed. Some donors seek refunds as work lags.
Wilext Robolt of Kurtz was injured Friday afternoon ten miles east of the city when a circular saw nearly severed his hand. He was employed at a local sawmill and rushed to medical aid, with hopes uncertain for recovery as doctors fought to save the hand.
James Dutton of Bloomington Cut Stone Co was beaten by three men in front of a residence last night. Clove Fuses, Jerre Avers, and Samuel Gray were arrested after a struggle. Hines denies the strike, Avery and Gray admit involvement, police suspect mistaken identity. Dutton remains in serious condition.
Robert N. Clark of Heltonville was found in a semi conscious state after a Friday afternoon accident when he fell from a cultivator while taking it to Sawders blacksmith shop near Bartlettsville. He struck his head and remained unconscious until he was moved to his farm and home. He later regained alertness and was improving by the next morning. He has long resided in the city and is known locally.
The School Board halted plans for a summer program with 170 enrolled pupils after estimating half the teaching staff would be needed. Officials considered a six week term but concluded the effort could not be sustained, ending the proposal.
A Bloomington market man criticizes current meat costs noting four young calves moved to slaughter. He argues that if calves were legally protected for two to three years beef prices would drop about 25 percent over time. The item also reports local infrastructure and social notes from Gosport to Bedford and visits in Greencastle.
State geologists say Indiana could substitute 50 000 horsepower of water power for steam, saving about $609000 annually. The survey and Indiana University researchers mapped power sites, gauges, and soil data to guide economical development, noting irregular stream flow and past erosion from deforestation and farming.
Raymond Smith, 19 to 22, of Bedford, pleaded guilty to stealing a suit of clothes from Otis Hurst, an extra brakeman on the B and O Southwestern. He was sentenced to one to fourteen years in the state prison after arrest near Fritchton, Knox County.
John Allen Denton, formerly a telegraph operator at the Western Union office in this city, married Margaret Hilton Roberts on June 4 1913 in Troy New York. He is the son of a former Bedford pastor and was very popular locally with many friends sending best wishes.
The Tindall extra gang moved from the French Lick branch to work on the White river fill south of the city damaged by the flood. Proposals include reforesting and storm water storage, with reservoirs in the south Indiana valleys and glacial lakes in the north. Dam with tail race currently satisfactory, while water power development promises broader benefits.
Bill Williams, an Alabama Negro, pleads guilty to murder but says W F Fielder shot first. Regular jury to hear case Monday as Williams seeks to avoid lynching fears. defense to be appointed by Judge Wilson.
Local chapter of the Eastern Star hosted a banquet and initiation last night, entertaining many guests from Bedford including Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Keath and others. Lola Brook joined the mysteries and visitors stayed to tour the repr city. Mina Rotte chaired the refreshment committee. Mrs. William Lockman and daughter Lucille traveled to Medora to spend Sunday with relatives.
George Tapp was detained by Chief Woodruff and Officer Cline on the complaint of Miss Walterette Mitchell who said he insulted her twice and followed her as she walked to town. Relatives were said to consider charges of public indecency. the man requests correction to avoid confusion with another George Tapp.
The state case against Hija B. Ford for wife desertion was tried in police court. The transcript reached County Clerk Stalker Saturday. Ford allegedly deserted his wife on May 1 and May 10 was found probably guilty. He posted $500 bond for appearance in September at the Lawshine circuit court.
A horse used to operate a dirt scraper fell Saturday causing injuries. The incident highlights local hazards in older earth moving setups.
A horse owned by Joseph Winter pulling a scraper fell into an open trench on E street when dirt caved in. It was severely cut about the flanks and could not continue work, drawing much local interest.
Misses Aneta and Angela Newkirk of Cortland returned home Sunday after visiting Wm. Miller and family north of the city.
Miss Bertha Miller of Indianapolis spent Sunday in the city as a guest of her parents Mr and Mrs William Miller who reside north of the city.
The family expresses gratitude for kindness and courtesies shown during bereavement for husband and father Alfred Guthrie. Wife and children appreciate the support.
Miss Edythe Benzel is visiting relatives at Seymour and Cortland, extending her travels to meet family and friends in these communities.
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