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Newspaper

Bedford Weekly Mail

Location

Bedford, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1919

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Allies Perfecting Plans for Swift Action Against Germany

London reports that Allies finalize plans for rapid military action if Germany proves recalcitrant as German leaders at Weimar face Allied moves.

Germany

Rounding Up War Figures If Allies Invade Germany

Paris reports that if invasion occurs the first action will be arrests of those responsible for the war and readers who opposed signing the treaty, according to an authoritative source.

German Cabinet Divided Over Treaty Approval

In Weimar on June 19 five of the members have not yet decided, while four oppose and five favor the treaty. A prominent German signing leader indicated support for the treaty, with Democratic party members split in stance.

Weimar

Pennsylvania Senate Ratifies Suffrage Amendment

The Pennsylvania State Senate in Harrisburg ratified the Federal Suffrage amendment on June 19. The action confirms the state’s approval of the nationwide vote rights expansion.

Pennsylvania Senate State Senate Harrisburg

Elks Choose Bedford for State Meeting in June 1920

The Indiana State Association of Elks meeting in Ft Wayne selected Bedford as the 1920 state gathering site. The event will occur in June and expects wide lodge representation. Dr A J McDonald was elected Third Vice President of the State Association.

State Meeting OF Elks Bedford State Association of Elks A. J. McDonald

Justice Court Records Show Pleas By Lemons And Arthur

Fred Lemons of Zelma pleaded guilty to carrying a concealed weapon and drawing a deadly weapon on Joseph Arthur and was fined and costs $19 in each case. Joseph Arthur pleaded guilty to assault and provoke on Lemons and stayed costs $16.40 in each case. Affidavits filed in Justice Court Smith's court.

Joseph Arthur Fred Lemons Justice Gy. Us. Smith’s Court

Paoli Hotel Boom Sparks Local Upswing

The prospect of a large hotel in Paoli has boosted the town’s fortunes with demand rising for both business and residential space. Reports indicate a shortage of rental properties as developers anticipate a strong tourism and commerce push.

Paoli

Wreck at Orleans Delays No One Injured

A Monon 526 freight train derailed on the north end storage track at Orleans early Thursday. The wreck required a crew from McDoel to clear the scene and re rail the engine, with no injuries reported.

Monon Extra 526 Orleans McDoel

Curfew Set For Bedford Youths After Nine Fifteen

Bedford imposes nightly curfew for residents under sixteen. Curfew bells ring at 9:15 p.m. due to clock damage after hours. A new constable joins the night force and residents urged to call police if children ignore the bell. an officer will be dispatched to the scene.

Bedford

Immense Stock Traffic Through Monon at Night

The Monon railroad moved a vast stock shipment through the city on Wednesday night with 70 cattle cars bound for Chicago packing houses. Locals note that most stock trains pass at night, underscoring the railroad’s huge cattle handling capacity.

the Monon Chicago Chicago Packing House The Monon

Adriatic Ports of Southern Jugoslavia Detail Ports and Rail Links

A report details Yugoslav eastern Adriatic ports from Buccari to Anivari with rail and road access. Notes Makarska population 8359 in 1900, Ragusa 5470, Cattaro near Cetinje, and Antiveri with rail links to Belgrade and other Serbian hubs. Mentions Montenegro port and connections to Scutari and Albania.

Adriatic Juge Bosnia, Herzegovina Montenegro Makarska Ragusa Dalmatia Bosnia and Herzegovina Cattara Wormerly Austria-Hungary Castelnuovo Cattaro Areek Belgrade Agram Bosnia Herzegovina Croatia Serbia Slavonia Cetinje Antiveri Scutari Albania

Stone City Bank Stockholders Reelect Directors and Officers

At the annual meeting held Thursday at 10 o'clock the Stone City Bank re elected all directors W E McCormick C M Lemon Dr J T Freeland B L Keach C H Cobb Noble Malott and L D Martin The officers are W E McCormick president Dr J T Freeland vice president H D Martin cashier H E McCormick assistant cashier and R N Palmer attorney The eight percent dividend was declared and the bank reported its best year to date Also noted is Mrs HP Splitgerber's travel from Salem to Chicago Indianapolis Bedford Detroit before returning home to locate locally for employment opportunities.

Stone City Bank W. E. McCormick C. M. Lemon J. T. Freeland HP. Splitgerber Salem Chicago

Health notice on tuberculosis law and fumigation duties

The article warns Lawrence County residents that the law requires notifying the County Health Officer or deputy when a tuberculosis patient moves or dies. Fines from 10 to 50 dollars may be imposed for noncompliance. Fumigation must be done by a county appointed expert. owners cannot rely on family fumigation. Contacts: Bedford notify Dr Voyles, in Mitchell notify Dr Dings or the chief of police, elsewhere notify Dr Collins or Deputy Chas Blackburn.

Tuberculosis Society Lawrence County Bedford Voyles Mitchell Dings County Collins Chas Blackburn

Well Known Lewis N. Smith Dies Near Salem at 87

Lewis N. Smith of near Salem died Monday evening at age 87. He was brother of Dr. William H. Smith and father of Prof Franklin P. Smith, former Bedford City Schools Superintendent. Funeral services were held at Salem Cemetery conducted by Massie Lodge, with Smith serving as Master in past years. He left two children Lewis N. Smith Jr and Mrs Laura Maudlin. The obituary notes his Mason status since 1863 and ties to local families Attendees included Mrs Merlury Owen and Mrs S T Zollman.

Lewis .N. Smith Salem William H. Smith Franklin P. Smith Bedford Or. Speres W Smth Ler This That County Funer Salem Ee.metery Massie Lodge of Mcrlury Owen S. T. Zollman

Divorce Filed by Orville L Clark Against Ivah Leona Clark

Orville L Clark seeks a divorce from Ivah Leona Clark in Lawrence circuit court alleging cruel treatment since their marriage on July 23 1918 and separation on May 17 1919. He claims she falsely accused him of adultery and constant quarrels and refused to do housework.

Orville L. Clark R. L. Mellen Lawrence Ivah Leona Clark

Wife Files Divorce Suit Three Hours After Husband Papers

Iva L. Clark seeks divorce from Orval Clark in Lawrence circuit court alleging adultery with a named woman and other women. She asks to restore her maiden name Iva L. Isom, custody of their child with $5 weekly maintenance, and $500 alimony.

Orval Clark Lawrence Iva L. Clark Iva L. Isom

Residents to appear on taxes in Guthrie Pleasant Run

The Lawrence county board of review sets three days Saturday Monday and Tuesday for property owners of Guthrie Pleasant Run and Guthrie townships to appear and make their kicks on tax assessments.

Board of Review Lawrence County Guthrie, Pleasant Run Guthrie Townships

Supper Hosted by Mrs. Dorsey Blackwell at Parents’ Home

Mrs. Dorsey Blackwell entertained a small group Wednesday evening at her parents home near Bryantsville. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Lee of Bedford, Mr. and Mrs. William Throne, and Mr. and Mrs. John Chastain of Mitchell.

Dorsey Blackwell Ollie Bryant Bryantsville Robert B. Lee Bedford William Throne John Chastain Mitchell

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International News Service London Allied Jloems Per Paris Joseph Arthur Fol Justice Court Zelma Paull Rose Beavers Mrs Mac Harbaugh Louisville N. M. Anderson Indianapolis Gladys Marshall Jasonville City Mrs. T. Dunlavy Thomas J. Dunlavy McDoels JUGO Slavia Mmararska Prasnsko, Aigrane Mejrzegovina BR ‘Stoe Racatz Mostar Stolatz Erajevo Stockholders Meeting. of Bank Ofeiger Ilene Mitchell Conway Arkansas Central College E. E. Mitchell Fam Ily Nated West Point Military Academy Heltonville West Point Lieut Alexander France Gen. Foch Jack Hughes Stone Man Detroit Mich Lewis N. Smith George Parks John Newland Fort Ritner Raymond Boone Leonard Residente Marshall
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