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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1912
Page
10
Orville Carter about 20 was arrested by Policeman Clark after drinking in public at Washington Park. He resisted by claiming identity, was warned again, and jailed briefly. Several of his acquaintances gathered at the station protesting. city police reportedly remained on duty.
The visiting fast professional and semi professional team from Linton Jason ville and Bloomfield district routed the Champs 13 to 2 at Washington Park. Taylor struggled as the visitors peppered Wicker and dominated the game despite the Champs usual form.
A tunnel wreck on the Bedford and Bloomfield line blocks the Owensburg tunnel, trapping four coal cars deep inside. The incident, described as the first complete blockade in years, will require time to clear and repair work is expected to be slow.
Walter Eubanks, once town character, pleads guilty to intoxication in May or Fields court. He pays a $1 fine plus costs and is escorted out of town by Policeman Maroney to avoid dangers from Bedford’s tigers after promising to leave town.
Lawrence Dunihue of Bedford will enter Benedictine life at Marion Ohio with ceremony on November 7. The public notice states his transition to the Benedictine order and its local observance.
The Rockwood fox chase six miles east of Bloomfield drew an estimated 1,060 spectators and 600 dogs. People arrived from Daviess Martin Lawrence and Greene counties, camping through Tuesday. Greene candidates lobbied in fence corners while speakers Sophinman Riddle and Jesse F. Weisman praised fox chasing as a grand art.
Mrs. Hancock and children Katherine and James Hancock and Charles Maple Jr. have returned to Semonar after a visit with Joseph Kirby. East 2d. Margaret Guthrie also stayed with Kirby and has returned to Bedford. Bloomington Telephone. John Kutchback plans to move into the former Art Paint and Wall Paper Store space for a tailoring shop and ready to wear men’s line, opening November 6. Walter Malott did business in Indianapolis Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Noah Murry returned to Bedford after a Sunday in the city. Bloomington Telephone.
Invitations have been issued for the marriage of Lawrence Northcraft Dunihue of Columbus Ohio and Sadamae H Allen of Marion Ohio. The ceremony will be held November 7 at 8 o clock in St Pauls Episcopal Church Marion. The bride is a noted musician trained in Paris and the groom resides in Columbus with his Quarries Company position. Relatives Fred Dunille and Dr Harry Emery will attend.
David Bundy files divorce complaint Tuesday alleging wife abandonment. The action seeks dissolution of marriage and related relief in the filing.
David Bundy through attorney Fred N. Fletcher sues in Lawrence circuit court for an absolute divorce from Mary R. Bundy. He states they married eight years ago, and she abandoned him six years ago with unknown whereabouts. He has heard nothing from her, she has not contacted his family, and he maintained a good home. The suit seeks divorce and proper relief.
The Willing Workers class of First Christian Church will hold a church meeting at 2 30 in the afternoon on Wednesday. The meeting is for business of importance and all members are urged to attend. W P Malott, once a city resident and now in the coal business in Indianapolis, is visiting relatives here today.
Shelden Byers sixteen of 6th and S streets and Raymond Dobson swung on a single rope over a cliff at Devil's Hollow northwest of the city. The rope knot failed causing Byers to fall. Dobson landed atop him, injuring Byers lightly. Both escaped serious harm. Byers was unconscious and treated at home by Dr Short.
George Huff a young married man on East 15th street fell from a guy rope at East Bedford Quarry Sunday afternoon while attempting to walk hand over hand. He suffered a severe compound fracture of the right wrist with bone protruding and other injuries. He was treated at home after doctors reduced the fracture.
Harry Crafton 29 of Roachdale Ind owner of $100000 in real estate and son of Titanic victim John B Crafton was arrested by Traffic Officer A C Groves after being seen drawing a revolver. A search found an Indianapolis Police Department numbered gun handcuffs a smace and policeman nippers. He is held on $1600 bond amid police belief he collects weapons.
Samuel King pleaded guilty to provoking Carrie Jones and was fined one dollar plus costs in Justice Iseminger's court. King filed an affidavit against Jones alleging an attempt to provoke. The Jones case has not been set for trial.
Saturday activities include Miss Fannie Dixon at Fort Ritner and multiple visits across Bloomington. Individuals listed travel to and from Salem Orange Crawford counties and Kalamazoo area with farm sale details and family gatherings noted. Mrs Wallheiser and Miss Reed among those mentioned.
A new duplex channelling machine by George D. Hunter for the Sullivan company is placed at the Hoosier quarry in Bedford. It cuts on one side then on the other after a table turn, with improved water feed to keep the steel wet. The unit is on trial and price is not yet announced.
In Bloomington last Saturday Alex Chambers a known Harrodsburg resident misplaced his pocketbook containing 260 dollars in cash and notes. He is unsure which part of the business district the loss occurred.
N. J. Joyner went to Louisville Sunday. Miss Lena Shaffer of West 15th street is on the sick list.
Bedford reports no diphtheria cases per Dr Merrill Simpson, secretary of the City Health Board. About six scarlet fever cases are noted, with fears of broader epidemics from nearby Oolitic Harrodsburg and Mitchell. Health authorities say Bedford remains under control despite several local deaths.
Ralph Laux ten years old son of Mr and Mrs John Laux suffered severe hand injuries when an ax wound severed two tendons and damaged two bones at Struble mill where he and a friend played Indian. Eight stitches were needed and he was kept calm as the surgeon treated him.
A pleasant surprise party honored Mrs. William Brooking on her 49th birthday with a handkerchief shower. Friends gathered at her home while cake and ice cream were served, including Mrs. James Long and daughter Mary, Mrs. John Kline and child, Mrs. Starr and son, Miss Ellen Johnson, and several other relatives and neighbors.
Mr and Mrs Victor Neal, Mr and Mrs Ollie Pinkston and Mr and Mrs A C Guthrie formed a joyful auto party to Bloomington on Sunday. They enjoyed a picnic dinner en route and visited Indiana University and Bloomington points of interest.
Mrs. Richard Moore of Ridgeway Pennsylvania is noted for hosting a series of charming social gatherings, described as pretty parties, reflecting her social circle and local hospitality.
Last week Mrs. Richard Moore of Ridgeway Pa guest of Miss Emily Houston hosted several bridge card parties at Bedford. A climax came with an informal bridge tea at Mrs Joseph Rawlins Voris home on North K street with autumnal decorations and witch themed lights. Tea, sandwiches and cake were served after the games. Mrs Moore departed this morning for Ridgeway.
James Moran of Terre Haute and Miss Gladys Smith of Bedford married Monday at St. Vincent de Paul church. They had announced a November wedding but wed at 5 am with immediate relatives present. Breakfast followed at the bride’s East 15th street home before they departed for Terre Haute.
Oolitic public schools reopen after several days closed due to diphtheria and scarlet fever. No new cases reported and those affected near recovery, allowing children to resume studies.
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