Lawrence County Treasurer candidates in GOP primary
Announcement lists Earl G. Short and Harry W. Elrod as candidates for Lawrence County treasurer, both subject to the Republican primary decision. Also named is James Hi. Everblole as Commissioner from the Third District, contingent on GOP primary results, with fragmented formatting evident in the text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel Moore
Lawrence County
Earl G
Harry W. Elrod
Zimki Bennett
James Hi. Everblole
Takes Fifth Plunge to Wed Cyntha Lee for Nickels
William Henry Huff, 47, stood in the County Clerk's office and paid 2.50 in nickels for a marriage license to Cyntha Lee. This is Huff's fifth marriage, with three former wives dead and one divorced. He told Clerk Leonard he would try it again as he left with the parchment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Henry Huff
Cyntha Lee
Henry
Leonard
Surpriser Her Celebrates Birthday With Neighbors
Mrs. Matt Mitchell of West 17th street was surprised by thirty neighbors on Saturday evening to celebrate her birth anniversary. After the surprise, guests enjoyed fruit cake and coffee while presenting her a set of china. The gathering fostered neighborly ties in the locality.
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Matt Mitchell
West 17Th Street
Trustee Malott Suffers Severe Burns Fighting Town Store Fire
Noble Malott of Guthrie township and Malott Bros. general store owner was badly burned on his right side while battling the Tunnelton fire that destroyed his property last Wednesday. He endured intense pain as flames consumed his store.
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Noble Malott
Guthrie Township
Farmer Attempts Milking Recalls Memory Loss
A Seymour area farmer tried milking as his wife does but only produced two squirts before he forgot to remove his husking gloves and slept until morning.
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Seymour
Infant Marie Bivins Dies After Convulsions
Four month old Marie, daughter of Mr and Mrs William Bivins of Washington Avenue, died Tuesday afternoon around 2 o clock from convulsions. Her death follows brief illness. Interment details were not provided in the report.
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Marie
William Bivins
Washington Avenue
Mule Team Parachute Stunt Ends With Creek Landing
A wagon pulled by two mules plunged down a 35 foot embankment near Reeds station while on the way to Oolitic. Driver Joe Anderson and Charles Byers escaped with a shakeup. Claud Bridwell, fifteen, was knocked unconscious after being struck by a mule. Bridwell was taken to Reeds Station and then home, later recovering.
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Springville
Oolitic
Reeds Station
Joe Anderson
Charles Byers
Claud Bridwell
Young Bridwell
Goose Creek
Anderson
Byers
Short
Bridwell
Bloodstained musket tied to Civil War death tale
A rusty army musket in Stone City bank vault is linked to Col. Henry Davis and a Bryantsville soldier who captured the weapon after killing a concealed rebel sharpshooter. The gun, once owned by Davis, later passes to his descendants and now to Henry D. Martin, assistant cashier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stone City
Henry Davis
Bedford
Bryantsville
Col
Col. Davis
John W. Mitchell
Helen N. Owen
Gus C. Davis
Bloomington
Albert H. Davis
Washington, D. C
Henry D. Martin
Stone City Bank
Martin
Onion market con artist Bevil flees Bedford mayor orders
John Devil reports Bevil, described as an onion and chicken market conspirator, was warned by Mayor Stipp to leave the city. He allegedly planned futures trades and sold life insurance to farmers, charging 2 to 5 dollars upfront for policies of 1000 to 9000 dollars. Authorities hunt Bevil after his exile notice and alleged market manipulation in Lawrence county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Devil
Bevil
Stipp
Washington
Marshall Township
Lawrence County
Gratis
Bedford
Gratzer
Talking Taxes Delinquent collections eyed by property holders
New Albany Tribune reports taxpayers call for action against delinquent taxes. They oppose perceived threats of legal action, urge decisive collection efforts, and note fairness in treating all taxpayers. The tax board and prosecuting attorney may pursue suits and wage garnishment if needed.
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New Albany Tribune
State Tax Board
Tax Board
Wife Missing From Home Near Jasonville
Emery Thomas of Calcedonia traveled to Jasonville after his wife vanished Saturday evening. She left shoes and clothing behind, no trace found, neighbors searched all night, and relatives offered no clues. Some friends fear she may have wandered and fallen into a nearby abandoned mine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emery Thomas
Calcedonia
Jasonville
Thomas
Walsh Trial Rules Admitted Evidence and Rulings
In the Walsh trial Judge Anderson ruled that bank books from the Chicago National bank are admissible evidence despite a constitutional rights claim. Bank examiner Moxie was deemed competent to explain entries. Testimony by R F Williams and C G Fredericks drew court rebukes as Walsh faces Federal charges.
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Walsh
Anderson
Chicago National Bank
Bank Examiner
Moxie
R. F. Williams
Southern Indiana Railroad
John R. Walsh
William J. Hines
Williams
C. G. Fredericks
Bedford Stone Quarries Company
Walsh Trial Defense Signals Withdrawn Excess Claim
The defense for Walsh indicated they would stop arguing that widespread 10 percent loan excesses existed, after a judge censured the attorney. The move followed speculation that they could not prove the claim with local bank evidence and possible government grand jury questions. John S. Miller remained reticent, saying no part of the defense had been abandoned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward C. Ritsher
Walsh
Anderson
Rutsher
John S. Miller
Walsh Counsel
Bedford Boy Earns Notable Lexington Department Store Role
Kent K. Denniston of Bedford, son of W. M. Denniston, is praised by the House Furnishing Review for taking charge of a new Lexington department store opened October 1 by J. D. Pursell. Denniston, 25, rose from stock boy to buyer and manager, with a record of improving departments and boosting business at prior employers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kent K. Denniston
W. M. Denniston
Bedford
Mr. Denniston
Lexington
J. D. Pursell
K. K. Denniston
Lahr- Bacon Company
Evansville
Ind
New Lexington Enterprise
Denniston
Simmons Hardware Company
St. Louis
Pettis Dry Goods Company
Indianapolis
Nahr-Bacon Company
Man Without a Home Pleads Guilty In Church Trespass Case
Dan O'Brien, 50, a roving mechanic, slept in the pulpit of the Church of Christ on 12th Street after breaking a window to enter. He pleaded guilty to malicious trespass, was fined $10 plus costs, and offered to leave town, which was denied. he plans to pay via work on Bedford's streets. Other notes include a juvenile arrest for train jumping and Tony Mason’s public intoxication case.
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Dan O'Brien
Dan O’brien
Church of Christ
12Th Street
Gipson
O’brien
Bedford
Red Bastin
Milan Martin
Monon
Bastin
Martin
Willson Promises Fair Trial For Kentucky Leaders
Governor elect Augustus Willson and Mrs. Willson, en route to Washington, say Taylor Finley and Powers should receive a fair impartial trial in Kentucky. Willson vows to protect them and enforce law and order during his four year term while noting their removal came from alleged fraudulent legislative action. Taylor agrees to return for a just trial when possible.
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Augustus . Willson
Kentucky
Willson
Washington
Indiana
Indianapolis
William S. Taylor
Charles Finley
William Goebel
Caleb Powers
Messrs
Taylor
Finley
Powers Trial Jury Fight Over District Venire
A motion seeks dismissal of a Harrison County venire for Powers trial citing partisan influence in jury selection. Sheriff Warring and deputies allegedly guided Democrats to favor certain jurors. State's Attorney will counteroffer testimony as defense presses for a Fayette County venire.
Tempest and Sunshine at Stone City Opera House Friday
Southern stage hit Tempest and Sunshine will be staged at the Stone City Opera House Friday night. The production features a high salaried company and stars two beautiful Southern sisters in a dramatic love story with old fashioned crinoline costumes and melodic interludes.
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Tempest
Sunshine
Stone City Opera House
South
Dolly Madison Times
Anderson Sells brothers weigh name rights for circus Sells Bros
Promoters seek consent from four Anderson brothers Clayte Jesse Earl and Charles Sells to use the Sells Bros name for a possible next season Forepaugh Sells Bros circus split may send one branch on tour Peter Sells of earlier fame died in Columbus leaving no other Sells Bros in circuses Anderson Sells brothers await progress and consider agreement terms. Charles White sells two halves of 152 acre Howard Chess farm near Leesville for 1100 and 1500 illustrating rising Lawrence county farm values.
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Sells Brothers
United States
Big Circus Combine
Sells
Anderson
Sells Bros
Sells Bros.’ Circus
Peter Sells
Circus
Columbus
Anderson Sells Brothers
Clayte
Jesse
Earl
Charles
Circus Combine
Charles White
Leesville
William O. Morris
Buck McClintock
Washington County
Mr. White
Lawrence County
Missing Justice of Peace Reed Traced in Bedford Disappearance
Marion township Justice Reed, who sent John Bolding to jail for 33 days on intoxication and contempt, has vanished for two weeks. Investigators found Reed exceeded the allowed fines, and the state attorney cannot locate him. Bolding remains jailed awaiting relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clem Reed
Marion Township
Mitchell
Justice Reed
Bolding
Bedford
Boldings
Missed Hat Incident at Cement Plant Turned Deadly
Charles Brown a worker at a U S cement plant narrowly escaped serious injury after turning toward Curtis Dalton on a hunting trip. Dalton fired when Brown shouted and threw his hat. a small shot struck Brown in the neck causing heavy bleeding but he survived due to distance.
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Charles Brown
U. S
Curtis Dalton
Brown
Dalton
Estate of Elisha Lee final settlement notice
In Lawrence County Indiana the estate of Elisha E. Lee deceased has an administrator present a final settlement with vouchers. The court will examine the accounts on December 20, 1907, and interested parties must appear to show cause and prove heirship or claims. Dated November 2, 1907. JOHN W. HARRIS Administrator.
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State of
Indiana
Lawrence County
Lawrence Circuit Court
Elisha Lee
John W. Harris
Rainey Estate Solvent Appointment Made in Indiana
Lawrence Circuit Court names Milton B. Kern as administrator of the estate of Elza L. Rainey of Lawrence County Indiana. The estate is described as solvent and orderly administration is expected under Indiana law.
Curious Cat Hybrid Report Near Breck Ridge
Clyde Reed, of the Breck Ridge area, kept an unusual cat at his premises. The pet, about 8 to 10 weeks old, shows a mix of Angora like long silken fur on half its body and coarse fur on the rest. The harmless animal warns that harm to it may bring trouble.
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Clyde Reed
Brecknridge
Reed
Appointment of Administratrix for Amos G. Wiles Estate
Circuit Court names EFPIE G. DAY as Administratrix of the estate of Amos G. Wiles late of Lawrence county Indiana deceased. Attorney H. Martin authorized to represent the estate.
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Lawrence Circuit Court
Amos G. Wiles
Lawrence County
Indiana
Efpie G. Day
H. Martin
Notice To Non-Residents in Estate Sale Proceedings
In Lawrence County Indiana the Lawrence Circuit Court reviews a petition by A W Richardson administrator of Elien McMahan estate seeking sale of estate realty to pay debts. Non residents William Roberts Mary Roberts Charles Roberts Annie Higgins Sleator James R Sleator Mollie Higgins William Higgins Mary Higgins Clark and William Clark are named as necessary parties with hearing set for December 30 1907 at Bedford courthouse.
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State OF Indiana
Lawrence County
Lawrence Circuit Court
A. W. Richardson
Admr
Elien McMahan
John McMahan
William Roberts
Mary Roberts
Charles Roberts
Annie Higgins Sleator
James R. Sleator
Mollie Higgins
William Higgins
Mary Higgins Clark
William Clark
Circuit Court
Indiana
State of
Bedford
Boone Leonard
W. E. Clark
Miss Minnie Graff Celebrates 18th Anniversary at Home
Friends gathered on South I street for a surprise party honoring Miss Minnie Graff. The evening featured pulling taffy and games with Gusta Bahr Wilma Bahr Lillie Faulk Emma Hartman Emma Allinger Edmond Hartman Carl Allinger Arthur Benzel Elmer Benzel August Rhoda and Raleigh Carter in attendance.
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Minnie Graff
South I Street
Gusta
Wilma Bahr
Lillie Faulk
Emma Hartman
Emma Allinger
Edmond Hartman
Carl Allinger
Arthur and
Elmer Benzel
August Rhoda
Raleigh Carter
Miss Minnie
Child hurt in wringer and elbow dislocation reported
The three year old daughter of Gar field Meredith at 18th and L streets lost part of her left thumb after a clothes wringer incident. Mabel Gyger of Avoca dislocated her right elbow while playing with a juvenile wagon. Dr. E. E. Mitchell treated both cases.
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Garfield Meredith
18Th
L Streets
Mabel
James L. Gyger
Avoca
E. E. Mitchell
Democratic Leader Attacks Cyrus E. Davis in District
An ex-mayor and Democratic figure voices strong opposition to Cyrus E. Davis in Greene County during a Washington Herald interview. He says Davis is defeated for the nomination due to widespread district revolt and notes many Democrats regret his bid while personally respecting him.
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Davis
Welman
Greene
Sullivan
Washington Herald
John H. Spencer
Cyrus E. Davis
Greene County
Notice of Application for License to Sell Liquor Bedford Indiana
A Bedford Indiana resident Cecil Whitted applies to Lawrence County Board of County Commissioners for a one year license to sell vinous spirituous and malt liquors in quantities under five gallons with on premises drinking at a front room in a two story brick building on part of lot 5 in Bedford fronting I Street and owned by Lillie B Neff. The notice requests permission also to sell cigars and tobacco.
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Bedford
Shawswick Township
Lawrence County
State of Indiana
Board of County Commissioners
Indiana
Lillie B. Neff
Cecil Whitted
Bedford Resident Seeks Liquor License for Radford Street Room
A Bedford resident announces plans to apply to the Lawrence County Board of County Commissioners at the December term in 1907 for a license to sell vinous and spirituous liquors in a room on the first floor of a two story brick building on the north thirty feet of lot 19 in Radford, with sale allowed for on premises consumption for one year. The request includes permission to sell cigars and tobacco. The room fronts I Street and is owned by J L Tuggle. Signed by Shelby Julian.
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Bedford
Shawswick Township
Lawrence County
State of Indiana
Board of County Commissioners
A. D
Radford
J. L. Tuggle
Tovacco
Shelby Julian
Indiana
Board of Commissioners
Lot
State of
Dorn Reath
Lillie B. Neff
Carl Kramer
Dot Kramer
County of
Lawrence
Tyre Bowman
Quiet Title Suit Notice in Lawrence Circuit Court
The State of Indiana case against multiple defendants seeks to quiet title to real estate in Bedford. Defendants with unknown residences are warned to appear January 6, 1908, or risk a default in the 38th judicial day of the November term 1907. The notice is signed by Clerk L. B. Boone Leonard and attorney Marshall Woolery.
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State OF
Indiana
Lawrence County
Lawrence Circuit Court
John H. Murphy
Barlow C. Holabird
Harlow C. Holabird
Aaron S. Betts
John BR. Whaley
Harben
Charles Holabird
Harbon
Charles Holabird Jr
Annie M. Hanover
Hanover
John M. Hanover
Henry J. Lutes
Henry J.lutes
Tiarvey Loyd
Harvey Loyd
H. D. Hooge
H. D Booge
H. D. Booge
George W. Gilbert
George
W. Gibert
Peter Marlett
Bedford
Boone Leonard
Marshall Woolery
Foreclosure suit filed by Citizens State Bank of Orleans
In Lawrence Circuit Court, Citizens State Bank of Orleans sues John A. Palmer and Emma Palmer for mortgage foreclosure. The defendants, not Indiana residents, are ordered to appear by November 39 at Bedford Court House to answer the complaint. a witness seals the document on November 11.
Notice to Non-Residents in Lawrence Court 1907
In Lawrence Circuit Court Indiana 1907 Uriah O Johnson and John M Johnson file complaint with affidavit claiming Bertha Dodd and Barry Odd are non residents. They must appear on the first day of the next term starting November 4 1907 at Bedford Courthouse to answer or demur or the case will be heard in their absence. Boone Leonard Clerk signs and seals the notice.
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State OF
Indiana
Lawrence County
Lawrence
Citizens State Bank of Orleans
John A. Palmer
Brooks, & Brooks
John Aa. Palmer
Emma Palmer
Lawrence Circuit Court
Bedford
John M. Johnson
W. H. Martin
Bertha Dodd
Barry Odd
Lawrence Alrevit
Demurto
Sheriff’s Sale in Lawrence County Indiana 1907 Auction Notice
By execution from the Clerk of the Lawrence Circuit Court Carl Sears vs Iola Sears the sheriff will auction rents and profits for up to seven years of undivided one sixth interests in two Bedford properties on Saturday November 28 1907 between 10 am and 4 pm at the south door of the Bedford courthouse If rents fail to cover debt the fee simple interest will be offered at the same time and place This sale is without relief from valuation or appraisement laws Thomas W Box Sheriff John H Underwood Attorney Sig
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Lawrence
Lawrence County
Indiana
Carl Sears
Plantiff
Iola Sears
Court House
City of
Bedford
Avondale
Stillson
Thomas W. Box
John H. Underwood
Sig
Notice Of Application For License To Retail
Lawrence county Indiana notice signed by a Bedford resident seeks a one year license to sell spiritous vinous and malt liquors in a specific room of a two story brick building on the Bedford public square. Applications to Lawrence county Board of Commissioners at the next regular term beginning December 1907.
Lawrence County License Application for Bedford Room Sale
Tyre Bowman applies to Lawrence county Indiana officials for a one year license to sell vinous and malt liquor in a room on the first floor of a brick building in Bedford Second Ward. The request covers on premises consumption and permission to sell cigars and tobacco in the same room. The building is owned by Lillie B Neff Carl Kramer and Dot Kramer.
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Bluegrass
Wiley
Department of Agriculture
Courier-Journal
Tured
Chicago Tribune
Bedford Boys
Kent Denniston
Blue Grass State
Christ
Tony Mason
Mason
Harrison County
Scott
J. S. Morris
Georgetown
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Scott County
Eugene Gregg
Goebel
Franklin
Powers
Morris
Fayette County
Commonwealth
Wilson
J. E. Gruel
W. M. Barclay
Gruel
Barclay
Tempest and Sunshine
Justice-Of-Peace
Man
Bastile
A Mitchell
Indiana University
E. S. Ferguson
Undertakers
East Side Square
Ird
Red Cross
East Sine Square
J. W. Trainor
East Side
Buford, Indiana
H. H. Walls
Hadge& Walls Building
F. Marshall Woolery
Hamer & Day’s
Ment
Elza L. Rainey
Milton B. Kern
Hazel Dillon
Kee Mar College
Philadelphia
West Point
Annapolis
Skerd
Mrs
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Braden
C. E. Carrol
John
House
Sam
Huff
Joe
Jolar
Mack
Johnson
Ira
Meed
Oscar
Montgomery
Samuel
Payne
Lary
Rankin
James R. Strain
Tyndall
Gus
L. Keacu
P. M
Spencer
Cy Davis
Uriah O. Johnson
Sheriff’s Sale
Baus K. Harris
Bedford, Ind
Lawrence Gircult
Uelen N. Lewis
Simpson B. Lowe
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