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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1907
Page
3
The Salem Democrat reports numerous residents visiting relatives in Mitchell and Campbellsburg, and mentions local moves, health updates, business changes, and upcoming events. Included are arrests and transfers linking to Bloomington and Indianapolis, property notes, and ongoing road and public works developments in the area.
Terre Haute investors led by James W. Thompson and partners purchase the Staple stone quarries near Putnamville from A. L. Evans for 27750. The deal includes forming a large plant in Putnamville to run the operation on a big scale.
A special jury has been summoned for the Ebert versus U S Cement Co trial on Monday. Judge Wilson reserved ruling on the Perry Township MacMillan road hearing concluded Thursday. Debra Waldron won a divorce from George Waldron on cruelty and neglect with $200 alimony. Oo Acton versus the 5 1 Ry set for today. Acton sues for damages as a passenger alleging the train did not stop for her. Bowles versus Monroe County Stone Co begun for damages from quarry injury. venue changed to Monroe County. Slinkard versus Bedford Quarries Co continued. death of a boy in Hoosier Quarry five years ago linked to flying stone. jury deadlocked twice previously.
Ray Bass 24 died in Louisville of typhoid after three years as a stationary engineer. Funeral 1 p.m. Friday at Walter Inman’s home on North H Street. Burial Green Hill. Emily Swango old resident of Oolitic found dead with camphor in hand after her son left for work. Funeral Tuesday 2 p.m. Hopkins graveyard. E S Ferguson returns from Indianapolis after attending the Undertakers' Convention.
Gillen 18, of Kirksville, disappeared from the northbound Monon train near Bedford Saturday night. His body was recovered from Salt Creek under Peerless bridge after relatives and friends dragged the pool with a boat and long boat-hook. Coroner and undertaker removed the body. head wound and multiple fractures noted. Police and Monon officials investigate possible accident or foul play amid conflicting stories from fellow travelers. The family traveled from Kirksville, Bloomington, and Harrodsburg for the search and burial at Walker's Chapel in Monroe County.
The body of Willard Gillham was found in Salt Creek at Peerless on Wednesday and identified by a new pair of shoes. Coroner Voyles and a statement by Guitt concluded Gillham died from non foul play as a whiskey bottle was found on him and his injuries were due to the plunge and water.
Brakeman Bennett of a fright train was sent to flag the northbound mail at Clovervale. He signaled the flyer then walked back toward the freight, assuming the mail would stop. The fast train did not halt and ran him down, his skull split above the eyes. His body was sent to Frankfort, Indiana.
Birth notices list a daughter born May 5 to Mr and Mrs Jack Fisher Walland Tenn formerly Miss Rachel Mallott. A son born to Mr and Mrs George Dalton Cement. A son born Sunday night to Mr and Mrs John Brown. A son born Sunday morning to Mr and Mrs O D Crum. A son born Monday to Mr and Mrs Henry S Williams North P Street.
The Indianapolis Sun reviews Bedford Bob Wicker on Monday’s defeat to Cromley as fate and support shaped the game. Wicker, whose career spans bush leagues to majors, guessed badly in the sixth inning after Williams reached on a fielder’s choice and Coulter advanced on Friel’s wobble, leaving him unable to close out the bid.
In a tense moment with two down, Wicker walked Carr hoping to keep himself safe on times. Carr cleared the bases as Himes connected on a high pitch for a three run shot. Gessler misread the attempt to throw from third, letting Fred’s misplay crust the inning.
Council reviews bids for public square improvement with brick roadway and cement walks. Two bids far above estimates were rejected. Plans shift to brick roadway and stone walks with blue flagging, amid high material costs and petition support.
A 15 year old girl from near Heltonville ran away after living at Livingstons. She was sheltered by Mrs C E Ikerd but disappeared on circus day. Judge Wilson suspended sentence awaiting word from her parents, else she will be sent to the Reform School for girls.
Memorial Day exercises organized by Memorial Day Eaartina Post No 246 G A R Department of Indiana and E C Newland will occur Thursday May 30 at 1 30 p m. Flowers should be brought to the Court House by 10 a m and delivered to the committee. A memorial address by Comrade Inc Dr Alexander and Hon Frank M Vance will follow in the afternoon at Green Hill cemetery with attendees urged to assemble. By order of the Committee of Arrangements.
Members of the G A R and W R C are requested to meet in the Post room on Sunday morning May 26 at 10 oclock to attend memorial services at the Presbyterian church All old soldiers and Spanish American War veterans are invited J D ALEXANDER J M GAINEY
The park plans an afternoon opening next Saturday May 25 though not all amusements will be ready. A miniature railroad, a hand opered merry go round, and healthful activities for children are highlighted. Baseball grounds, a double tennis court and croquet are also featured in a family friendly setting.
The park will be open only on Saturdays Sundays Tuesdays and Thursdays while a lighting plant is installed. Evening entertainments will start once light is available. Picnic parties may use the grounds free of charge with free admission except occasional evenings with a small fee for music, benefiting Bedford churches or charity.
W S Blatchley Indiana State Geologist and president of the Association of State Geologists of the Mississippi Valley attended a Tuesday session at the United States Geological Survey in Washington D C. He discussed cooperation for a national geological map and arranged an exhibit of Lawrence County kaolin for the Jamestown Exposition with the USGS covering exhibit expenses. Blatchley notes Indiana spends about seven thousand dollars on natural resources versus higher allocations in nearby states.
The Township Assessor reports delinquents for dog tax and those not paying by June 15 1907 will be turned over to the Prosecutor to file suit. Wm Bass and son Reed left for Louisville to attend Ray Bass who died of typhoid fever before their arrival.
Seymour resident and 65 year old former farmer Tom Taggart Cross died from injuries after he and his son were struck by an automobile while on a hay wagon. The driver, alleged to be a touring car of Democratic National Chairman Tom Taggart, and his party did not stop.
Columbus Senators manager Bill Clymer calls for league action to shield visiting players from hostile crowds after incidents in Kansas City where fans disrupted play and a pitcher was struck in the head with a lemon. He cites repeated problems at parks and urges safeguards during games with large crowds.
Details of a new syndicate formed to take over the John R. Walsh system and complete it into Chicago are released. Managers include John R. Walsh J N Faithorn and Orville S Babcock. A 2 500 000 funding to finish and equip 38 miles to Chicago is fully subscribed with payment due May 31. Building to start immediately and traffic expected in about seventy days. About 1 000 000 more may cover construction while 600 000 aids equipment and debt payoff. The Chicago Southern will link with Indiana Southern traffic already in place.
Last night about 11 o'clock Wes Bilyeu dropped a revolver while walking up North I street. It discharged producing a loud report heard nearby. Policemen George Holmes and Charles Payne from the Mo non Station investigated and confirmed the accidental discharge.
All members of last year's Labor Day committee are requested to meet at Labor Hall in Benzel block at 7 30 tonight May 23 by order COMMITTER.
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