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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1919
Page
6
Mr and Mrs J M Sowder of Dedford marked fifty years of marriage with a family gathering in Indianapolis. The couple shared memories of their life together and were joined by relatives to celebrate the milestone.
Joren Preva a former Bedford man was driving north on Bluff road when his car collided with another vehicle on Troy avenue. Helen Vogler and Bari Wright were among the injured taken to Moodher Hospital. Melvin but he went home. Police said Wrights car was wrecked and the other car damaged as investigators questioned witnesses and examined the scene.
Mr and Mrs Joseph M Speier celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary at their Meltonville home Sunday. Six children twelve grandchildren and two great grandchildren attended. Mr Sowder 73 served four years in Civil War. Mrs Sowder 65 received a gold ring. Family members included Howard Ruleti FP Sowder Glovey May A C Clark C Sowder C J Sowder Jason Chambers Frank Chambers Earl Norman and others.
A clear front page photo in the Indianapolis Star features Sergt Roy Murphy, Bedford, member of the 50th Fr A A, noted for a great record and awarded the Distinguished Service Cross. The report highlights his valor in service and placement among Indiana heroes.
Leo F Hackler of Min nie Hackler files for divorce in Lawrence circuit court alleging cruelty abuse quarrelsomeness and insults. The couple wed July 15 1891 and separated April 1 1918 with claims she left him while sick and accused him of infidelity.
An orchestra from this city comprising Edith Weach violin Frank Fied flute Catherine Keach piano and others played at Spruingeille Monday night for the Hiei School Commencement and gave excellent satisfaction.
The ten year old boy of Bernie Richardson living at 1718 South O Street is suffering from a smallpox attack after spending time in the country.
Representatives of the Anti Tubercular Society of Lawrence County asked the Board of Commissioners for a 1200 appropriation to pay a visiting nurse. The board took no action. Also discussed was the county road from the Lloyd schoolhouse to the Jackson County line amid opposition. Filmer Elkins, found guilty of stealing chickens, received 5 fine and costs and 60 days to the Penal Farm. His son paid 1 fine and costs with a suspended sentence on a game charge.
Redford's new base ball club leads local efforts as Akers receives nine inquiries from teams in Lawrenceville Illinois and a traveling semi professional outfit seeking dates. Meanwhile Mrs Béttie Sims of Richmond visits sister Mrs W F Brown on East Sixteenth Street.
Interment held for infant Robert Parker, son of Mr and Mrs Sam Cause of Oolitic, who died Monday of double pneumonia. Buried in Green Hill Cemetery this city.
Funeral services for William Elston, who died after a heart attack near his home, will be conducted Wednesday afternoon at 2 30 from the residence. Burial will be at Green Hill.
A surprise birthday dinner was given Sunday for Mrs. Horbert J. Sheeks at her Bedford and Tunnelton pike home. Many relatives and friends attended, delivering gifts and congratulations to celebrate her 52nd birthday.
Notice by Lawrence County Indiana Board of Commissioners invites sealed bids to erect a bridge over Salt Creek at Harrell Ford in Marsha township. Bids must include county material use and are due by 1 pm. A bid bond with two freehold sureties or bonding company is required.
Petitioners seeking gravel road improvement in Guthrie Township Indiana have filed for a 3 mile graded and gravel road from Leesville Coxs Ferry Road to the Leesville and Pinhook road. The matter will be presented to the Lawrence County Board of Commissioners in a future regular session. Signed by B B Harris and E E Rosenbaum among others. May 1919. William M Denniston Auditor.
Notice to contractors in Lawrence County Indiana invites sealed bids by 1 pm Tuesday June 3 1919 for grav el and macadamized road work in Indian Creek Fayetteville Coxton and Walker Lewis Burton Pickens roads. Bids bonding requirements and bid address to Auditor Wm M Denniston. The county reserves the right to reject any bid.
Lawrence County Indiana auditors announce a 10:00 a.m. June 2 1919 meeting at the courthouse to review assessments and equalize property values across townships and divisions. The board will also assess capital stock and franchises of domestic corporations and may extend for forty days as needed. Captain George W. Phipps and family arrived to visit relatives before returning to Caruthersville to resume business practice.
The Circuit Court of Lawrence County Indiana appoints William W Bryant and Ollie C Bryant as administrators of the estate of William H. Bryant deceased of Lawrence County. Harold Kelly is attorney. The estate is declared solvent.
The undersigned Lela Brinegar is named administrator of the estate of Noeful Brinegar, deceased, of Lawrence County. The estate is to be settled and final administration is anticipated. Robert Ju. Mellen is the attorney for the estate.
Lawrence County Indiana Court declares the estate of Sallie Sk Easton, deceased, solvent. Allen Easton is named administrator with Clark as attorney. Web filing details provided.
Lawrence County Indiana court will hear W. E. Hendricks petition to be released from the Bedford and Tiestonville Road contract. He seeks final payment for work and materials and release of bondsmen. Hearing set June 3, 1919 at Bedford Court House. LM Motlen, attorney.
Samson M Bever contractor files in Auditor's Office for release from Board of Commissioners of Lawrence County Indiana to construct Old Clear Springs Road and release bondsmen and receive balance. hearing set June 3 1949 at Bedford Court House. RL Mellen attorney.
Earl G. Short, contractor, applies to be released from a county road contract in Shawsinvick Township Lawrence County Indiana for Bedford and Fayetteville Road work and materials and to release his bondsmen. Hearing set June 3 1919 before the Lawrence County Board of Commissioners at Bedford Court House. Attorney R L Mellen. May 6 1919.
Emmitt Pope as Administrator is named by the estate of Harley H. Pope, deceased. The filing is handled by Brooks & Brooks, Attorneys, indicating mocker or adviser designation.
Notice is hereby given that the estate of Eliza M Turley, deceased, Nellie G Fitzgibbon Administratrix Brooks and Brooks Attorneys Allwee per court order the administrator seeks claims and notices against the estate with perhaps additional legal detail referenced in the proceeding.
The will or estate notice lists Amanda Ferguson deceased with Fred Freeman named as Administrator. Smith and McCormick, Attorneys, Allwae handle the matter.
A notice announces that R. D. Tucker has been appointed administrator of the estate of Chester Tucker, late of Lawrence County Indiana, by the court following the decedent's death.
The Circuit Court of Lawrence County Indiana appoints Fred A. Brooks as administrator of the estate of Hattie F. M. Brooks deceased. W. F. Clark is named attorney for the administration.
State of Indiana appoints Lew Ferguson as executor of the will of Amanda Ferguson deceased. Brooks & Brooks, attorneys, listed as legal representatives. Public notice indicates probate proceedings and fiduciary duties proceeding under Indiana law.
Circuit Court of Lawrence County Indiana appoints Henry M. Turley as administrator de bonis non of the William Turley estate. S. B. Lowe acts as attorney.
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