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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1907
Page
2
Stephen 3 Inman announces candidacy for Trustee of Shawswick township subject to Republican Primary Election decision. He seeks to represent the township in local government and outlines priorities for governance and community services.
Prominent financial figures expect banks nationwide to resume currency payments after the issuance of 100 million dollars in Treasury certificates of indebtness. Massive gold imports are cited as enabling banks to raise note circulation and release several millions in currency for loans today. The call rate may fall to normal, and officials doubt further large gold engagements abroad. Since the crisis began, 81.225 million in gold has been obtained from foreign countries, with most arriving in New York. About 125 million has been withdrawn from New York banks and an estimated 535 million nationwide. Clearing house certificates circulate in 23 cities with over 100000 population, totaling 75.69 million in New York City.
Judge Wilson has summoned a grand jury to report next Monday for service. The body will face substantial work during the current term of court. Members include John W. Wicker, Bono. Bart Kindred. Pleasant Run. Reed Ellison. Shawswick. C. B. Harrell. Robert Brooking. Guthrie. Thomas Brannon. Shawswick township.
Coroner Voyles renders a neutral verdict in the Welsh killing at Mitchell. After examining witnesses, he finds Thomas Welsh died from a gunshot wound fired by Frank Dale. He does not declare the act justifiable or unprovoked. the case heads to a grand jury.
Ellery and Letitia Morrison renewed vows in a Princeton home ceremony performed by Rev. William Clinton of Indianapolis. The couple, both near sixty, were divorced in 1891 and reconciled last week at a son Bert Morrison's residence, with two grandchildren attending. Morrison, a wealthy Warrick County farmer, and Letitia had been living apart since their separation.
Walter L Bechtel, 7022 East End Ave Chicago, was found lying near the Monon railroad at Horse Shoe. He suffered severe injuries including a crushed right foot and a head gash, was amputated below the knee, and taken to Bedford Hospital. He walked along the track unaware of an approaching train, likely fell while riding no 3, and may not survive. His mother Mrs William Walker of Chicago was notified.
Beasleys friends anxious about a city murder wave as George R Beasley faces trial for his wife murder on December 16. Greene county has five murders since March 30 in this township, with several attempts. One killer has been tried and sentenced, two escaped, two await trial. Public sentiment grows wary of punishment. David Jones funeral at Dugger Christian church drew large crowd. relatives vow to seek life imprisonment for Mercier.
The Supreme Court held that in non county seat cities and in county seat cities without ex officio city treasurer duties, the county treasurer must collect city taxes and forward them to the city treasurers. It cites Indianapolis Evansville Fort Wayne Anderson Muncie New Albany South Bend and Terre Haute as county seats with county treasurers handling all duties, while others elect city treasurers.
Indiana Democrats move to organize a new state committee with State Chairman William H. O'Brien calling a meeting in Indianapolis at the Grand Hotel at 10 AM Friday. The session will fix district conventions, elect new district chairs, and set delegate representation and dates for county and district meetings.
James W. Howell sues the Monon Route in Clark Circuit Court at Jeffersonville for ten thousand dollars damages alleging a ticket clerk sold him a Salem to New Albany pass that read Bedford and was not valid for the intended route. He claims the conductor assaulted him when refused to pay again and forced him from his seat before many passengers. Howell says he paid eighty seven cents to resume his seat.
The Linton city council demanded sanitary sewerage contractors sign the contract or forfeit their bond. Contractors cited temporary stringency and protested terms, especially a one year street repair clause. They were given until December 1 to sign or lose the bond. Also, Mr and Mrs Jesse Bruce visit Mr and Mrs John Bowles in Bloomington.
The Anniversary Of The Order Of Eastern Star was celebrated with local dignitaries and members gathering to commemorate the historic fraternal organization. The event highlighted community service, fellowship, and traditions observed by attendees.
Bedford Chapter No. 129 Eastern Star marked its 15th anniversary Monday night in the Masonic Hall. A full program featured Rev J W Findley, Mrs Jeannette Malott, Mrs Josephine Driscoll, Past Matrons, and guests from multiple chapters. A banquet followed with turkey and dressings, cranberry sauce, and coffee as attendees shared wit and cheer.
The Indianapolis Sun is sold by Geo F McCullough to Willis F Thompson who will take over management this week. Editor Fred L Purdy, in place since the paper began, will retire at week’s end. Rumors of converting the Sun into a Democratic organ are denied by McCullough. Thompson has long worked in Pittsburg papers including as news editor of the Pittsburg Sun since 1906 and Sunday editor of the Pittsburg Post until the Barrs launched the afternoon Sun.
The Carmi Democrat laments government notices sent to newspapers as advertising. It argues state and national departments pay staff to produce material and should not rely on newspapers for free promotion. The paper says government printing offices compete with local press and spuriously label ads as news.
Coroner R H Leavitt concludes the Fontanet powder mill explosion on October 15 held E DuPont de Nemours liable for both lives and property. He lists 27 dead and property loss over 875000 including mill destruction, with 12 injured and 106 not involved in powder manufacturing. He explains cause, missing precautions, and offers recommendations.
The verdict condemns the powder company for utter disregard of life as it operated with 1,800 kegs daily and a 30,000 keg magazine. Fire risk spread through dynamos and mills, with two deaths among 20 workers and two residents killed. negligent plant layout and proximity to offices and homes amplified the disaster.
The State Bank in Clinton Illinois was robbed of 2200 in coin by two men just before 5 pm. They forced entry, locked officials in the vault, then fled to the Hotel Hensen where a brief chase followed. About 700 in gold was taken, 1500 in silver left in the room, and a posse scoured the countryside.
Lemuel T. Brock and Effie V. Taylor of Mitchell married in Leonard County Clerk's office Tuesday. Judge J. L. Wilson officiated after court adjourned for noon recess in the presence of a few friends. Brock serves in the 28th Heavy Artillery stationed at St. Thomas.
A group of hunters without permission entered R. L. Bowery’s Chesnut Ridge farm and shot his horse in the hind leg, injuring the animal and the farmer who may never fully recover. The Seymour Republican notes such acts fuel farmer resentment toward hunters.
Nine men were arrested in a Torphy's Saloon cellar raid on Saturday night for visiting a gaming house. A warrant was issued for the proprietor for conducting gaming. Police found a large crap table and took the names of those inside, with a perilous escape via a trap door.
Monday’s Daily notes a humorous verse about a husband. local residents include W I Kindell in town on business and many others visiting or traveling between Mitchell Indianapolis Salem Bloomington and Lafayette. Bedford Quarries ships 90 cars of cut stone to San Francisco for quake damage rebuilding projects.
JL Sucese general superintendent of Mondurad company visits city from Chicago to inspect the road before the holidays. Dr F E Stipp and wife return from a two weeks stay at Martinsville mineral springs, reporting good appetite. Ed Caktes of Bloomington takes charge at the Deckard office, bringing travel experience and local connections. Mrs Oscar Hartley learns of her Albuquerque, New Mexico arrival with her husband, after a pleasant trip that included a reunion with A D Campbell from Indiana.
A Tuesday morning blaze at Mrs Frances Bur goon’s ladies boarding house on Lincoln and 4th streets destroyed the building. Many student occupants fled into the street in partial costumes, a panic ensued, but no injuries were reported. Property damage nears 3000 with wardrobes needing replacement.
Myrevdulin Wallheiser entertained a company Saturday at her home south of the city. A mid day country dinner of turkey and all the accompaniments was served. Guests lingered until dusk, a happy reunion with Mesdames Madison Hoover of Bloomington Morland Ellettsville and Johnson of this city.
In the Lawrence Circuit Court of Indiana Lawrence County November Term 1907 notice is given that administrator Wilsha E. Lee has filed final settlement and vouchers for the estate of Elisha Lee deceased. The 20 December 1907 examination date requires all interested to appear and show cause why the settlement should not be approved and heirs or claimants to appear and prove heirship or claim. John W. Harris administrator dated November 22 1907.
In a 1907 record from Lawrence Circuit Court Bedford Indiana the case Murphy versus Holabird et al involves unknown heirs and assigns of defendants seeking to quiet title to real estate. Plaintiffs allege residences are unknown and ask court to proceed if defendants fail to appear by January 6 1968.
Citizens State Bank of Orleans files foreclosure action against John A Palmer and Emma Palmer. Defendants, not Indiana residents, must answer by the 39th day of the November term or face judgment. Court seal and Bedford venue noted.
Charles Stinson a respected resident of Coon Hollow reports to the police that Jack Doyle and an unnamed white man damaged his home after Doyle, napping during a haircut, allegedly hurled a heated stove into the street and ripped two of Stinson's wife's dresses. Doyle paid a fine in police court.
Mrs Sadie Elkins 20 left home with two children aged 5 and 3 to go to Bloomington police ordered her return to Englewood. The youngest allegedly has whooping cough. Husband works at the Southern Indiana round house and the couple’s dispute prompted police action. In Bedford yesterday, Mr and Mrs Sanford S Teeter and Major and Mrs T J Louden with children visited Bloomington party traveled in a white steamer touring car, suffered a tire blowout after hitting a nail about seven miles south of Bloomington and continued after repair.
The Lawrence Circuit Court administrator has been appointed for the estate of Fiza L. Rainey, deceased, in Lawrence County Indiana. The estate is stated as solvent. October 2, 1907.
Circuit Court Administratrix of the estate at Amos G. Wiles late of Lawrence county Indiana deceased said estate is supposed Effie G. Day Administratrix W H Martin Attorney
In Lawrence Circuit Court Bedford Indiana, A W Richardson as administrator of Elien McMahan estate files for sale of real estate to satisfy debts. Non residents William Roberts Mary Roberts Charles Roberts Annie Higgins Sleator James Sieutor Mollie Higgins William Higgins Mary Higeius Clark and William Clark are named as necessary parties. Hearing set for December 30, 1907, before Clerk Boone Leonard. Attorney W E Clark represents the case.
A resident of Shawswick Township Lawrence County Indiana will apply to the Lawrence County Board of Commissioners at the next regular meeting on December 1 1907 for a license to sell vinous and malt liquors in quantities under five gallons per sale with on site consumption for one year. The business location is the first story front room of a two story building on a described parcel in Bedford bounded by specific dimensions on U street with a glass front owned by Lillie I Nett. Permission sought to sell cigars and tobacco in each room.
Shelby Julian of Bedford Indiana requests a license from Lawerence County Commissioners for sale of vinous spirituous and malt liquors in quantities under five gallons for on premise consumption for one year at a first story front room of a two story brick building on lot nineteen in the town now city of Bedford on T street with a clear glass front. He seeks permission to also sell cigars and tobacco in the same room. November 8, 1907.
The plaintiff by attorney W H Martin files a complaint with an affidavit stating defendants Bertha Dodd and Harry Ladd are nonresidents of Indiana. They are notified to appear at the next Lawrence Circuit Court term starting November 4 1907 at Bedford Court House to answer or demur, or the matter will be heard in their absence. Court seal affixed at Bedford September 20 1907.
By virtue of an execution from the Clerk of the Lawrence Circuit Court Carl Sears is plaintiff Iola Sears defendant the sale covers rents and profits for one term not exceeding seven years of undivided sixth interests in Lots 3 and 10 in Bedford Avondale and Stillson additions. If needed rents and profits do not cover costs, the fee simple of said real estate will be sold. Sale at the south door of the Bedford courthouse November 28 1907 between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. THOMAS W. BOX Sheriff. John H. Underwood Attorney.
Notice of application to the Lawrence county Board of Commissioners for a license to sell spiritous vinous and malt liquors in a small quantity at a Bedford Bedford Indiana room in a two story brick building on lot No 15 within Shawswick township. The applicant Lau Lin K Harris announces residency and age requirements and names Mrs Dorn Beard as owner. Bedford Ind Nov 8 1907.
Tyre Bowman of Bedford Shawswick township Lawrence county Indiana applies to the Lawrence county Board of Commissioners for a one year license to sell vinous spirituous and malt liquors in a room on the first floor of a brick building on I street Second Ward. The request covers sales for consumption on the premises and permission to sell cigars and tobacco in the same room in a specific lot described as lot 208.
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