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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1915
Page
4
Prominent newsroom byline slate lists THOMAS J. BROOKS editor FRED B. OTIS managing editor BERT C. WICKER news editor and circulation manager MRS. HARRY ASKEW society editor WESLEY L. RHODA manager. Paper entered at Bedford Indiana Post Office as second class matter.
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Mrs S Zolliman hosted a pink and white dinner on L street to honor four birthday anniversaries: Mrs Henry Zolliman of Medora aged 84, Miss Alice Zollman born on the 7th, Miss Edwina Day of Linton, and the hostess whose day was the 20th. Nine guests attended including Miss Ina Hamilton and Miss Elizabeth Zollian plus Mr and Mrs McHenry Owen.
Joe Kelly a Terre Haute bartender testified today he burned his finger while manipulating voting machines during the election in an incident reported by United Press.
fragmented notes describe a scene where a person used beer openers and cigarette coupons as improvised vouchers to deny Democratic keys, claiming a shortage of vouchers for repeaters while observers began cheating with their own coupons.
The Loogootee youth Bob Wicker rose from local semi pro play to join the Chicago Nationals after catching the eye of manager Clark Walker of Spokane. A funeral for Sallie Anna Keithley, aged 57, was held at her mother’s home in Fairview with two children, Joseph and Dian Pune, listed among survivors.
Eugene Newland of Heltonville, a Bedford High School student, won first honors in the county oratorical contest and will represent the county at the district event in Salem. His victory came by unanimous decision from the three judges. he is the son of A K Newland of Heltonville.
The official baseball handbook edited by Tyran C. Richter announces its spring season appearance as the annual major league guide. Writer Van Johnson is noted as a veteran baseball authority, continuing the long tradition of publishing the handbook each spring.
James MM Stipp of Hedford to Nel ie Blanche Tanksley of Bedford Phil Laverles of Yiedford to Sarah Perry of Bedford James Edward Mc Laughlin of Bedford to Misse Miscle of Bedford Parish notices include a March meeting theme Socialism versus Christianity admission free. Gosport raises funds for public park band stand Ada Donaho and daughters visit from Norman Station return to Newport AR. Local taxes cited 100 dollars on a 30 cent dog whisky price debate dry town. New mother song I Didnt Raise My Boy to Be a Soldier criticized by some readers. John Cassacy of Oolitic to Katie suzzatg of Oolitic Marriage ligens.
A fire damaged the dining room and floor of Charles Moore’s home on West Sixteenth Street while the family was away. Fire crews were called and limited damage to the back area. estimated loss under $200, covered by insurance, with many onlookers as the downtown fire unit responded.
The Polk township school held a closing program with songs, dialogues, and readings as students praised Miss Anca McPike who has taught four terms. Patrons urged sending her back for next term while trustees were requested to extend her contract. A large crowd attended and enjoyed the program. Whner Hawking of Leominster visited en route to nearby towns to see his aged father born in 1841.
Bloomington players have been greeted by local residents after their State Tournament appearance. On Tuesday night Kirkwood Hotel organized a reception to honor the group and celebrate their performance.
Patrols searched all night after a buggy tap was removed during a church service at Healthy Moi. Investigators traced the trail to Rev. Hlartsaw and Morris Dye, with dogs costing $40, but no arrests were made. Local sheriff and Bedford deputy aided the hunt.
Cecil Riggs pleaded guilty Monday and was bound over to circuit court in a case involving a stolen automobile linked to Bardstown fugitives Woodruff and Leonard. The escape occurred Friday in Bardstown with pursuit and a pistol duel near Liberty.
Andrew C Speer, longtime stock buyer and well known figure in the Pinhook area, died at his north Pinhook home aged 85. Funeral services were held at Pinhook Church Tuesday at 2 o clock with burial in Pinhook Cemetery. Masons conducted the services.
Mrs Ernest Smith of West Sixteenth Street collapsed during St Vincent de Paul church services. She was revived at Father Lannery's home and later moved to her daughter Mrs Powers' residence, where she suffered a second stroke leaving her semi conscious.
Delmer Smale riding a motorcycle tried to pass Dr Carey in a car on Lincoln Avenue Sunday forenoon. Dr Carey turned onto Twelfth Street causing a smashup. Smale received bruises and bicycle damage while the car into a bank twisted a wheel but remained usable.
John Cassady and Miss Katie Buzzard of Oolitic wed Saturday afternoon in the office of Justice Ralph Malott on J street Whey will reside at Croletic.
Card of thanks to all who showed sympathy during the illness and death of our beloved husband and father. Mrs John W Accam and family express their gratitude for the many acts of kindness. Hendricks and Home Bridwell, prominent Shawwick farmers, were in the city Monday.
Report describes a Lemon Milling Company wagon arcing through Seyvenreen street on Monday. A light pole was knocked down and the wagon damaged while horses suffered minor bruises. Driver Fred Lemon is rebuilding a newly purchased lot. Mrs. Quincy Armstrong is in critical condition from uremic poisoning. her mother Mrs. Homer Ferguson attends at West 15th Street. Nurse Harriett Jones is on call. Earl Short begins remodeling a gutted West Fifteenth residence into a modern home.
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