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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1912
Page
12
The item lists Thomas J. Brooks as proprietor and editor Fred B. Otis with managing editor Bert C. Wicker. Harry Askew is news editor and circulation manager. Curt Jocelyn is society editor. Phone numbers 269 and 887 appear for staff contacts.
The State versus Milt Blackwell, first of nineteen cases appealed from city court, was continued in circuit court. An affidavit for continuance was filed Monday, delaying the case set for Wednesday.
At Tuesday’s regular meeting the city council moved from the old chamber on the first floor to a newly fitted room above. The two large rooms on the west side were joined, benches for the public added, and the space will also serve as a city courtroom in addition to council sessions.
Eli Kinser of 20th and Two streets was severely injured Tuesday at 1:30 PM when a ladder slipping caused him to fall from the end of his house. He sustained heavy bruising from the fall and was reported in serious condition.
A $5.00 reward is posted for information identifying the party behind multiple septic tank door break-ins. The notice cites J. W. Malott as the contact or author of the appeal.
Lucanne Beasley was granted a divorce from William S Beasley in Lawrence circuit court on Monday morning by Judge Shea.
The seven year old son of Mr and Mrs Fred Bailey living on 17th between I and M Streets broke his right arm Saturday afternoon while at play. A physician reduced the fracture and the child was doing well today.
The State accuses Bert Chandler of robbing the Southern railway station at Williams. The case is scheduled as the next on the circuit court docket for Friday.
Mrs Lou Cosner nee Louise Reath was surprised Monday evening when about thirty of her older friends gathered at the Reath home on South H Street. The miscellaneous shower featured linen, china, silver and kitchen ware gifts, with ice cream and nabiscoes served.
Raymond Pugh, a father living near the Scherschel building at 15th and I streets, nearly severed his thumb Monday while hastily cutting a light piece of wood. The blade caught the thumb under the saw teeth, causing the severe injury.
Capt. N. J. Shelton explains that underweight recruits from farms and laboring work can gain weight at Uncle Sam's expense through daily calisthenics and a deep breathing regimen. Three men at Louisville station are awaiting sufficient weight to meet height and chest requirements, with others in Bedford showing similar success in gaining pounds.
John Kimball of Oregon, visiting his sister Mrs. Alex Callahan, was guest of honor at a Callahan family dinner Sunday. A bounteous repast filled long tables as guests from Nat Gyger, Otto Inman, Loren Lorene, and others enjoyed social time and reunion chatter.
A daughter, W Harriett Rosamund, was born to Mr and Mrs Guy Rutherford of West 15th Street, Bloomington, on Monday. Elza Jackson recovers from typhoid and visits his place of business in a cab part of each day. Mr and Mrs Harrison Miller, guests of Mr and Mrs Eugene Roberts, have returned home. Mrs Reed Bridwell returns home after a pleasant visit with relatives in Mitchell.
William Gatlin the gunman, notorious along the L and N and I C railroads, is jailed in Bloomington after Nashville officers and Sheriff Browning captured him following a spree that included stealing jewelry in Nashville and a past Illinois prison hold up. Browning had offered a $50 reward and alerted southern authorities.
Floyd Flinn weds Sadie Wright Raymond Hughes ties with Polly Merle Montgomery Earl Chastain marries Frances Acton in last count of licenses issued by local clerk.
Frank Snead suffered a painful laceration to his right knee on Monday at the Shéa and Donnelly mill when a heavy stone was lowered. The accident details are incomplete in the report.
William Howell entered a plea of guilty to intoxication and was fined $2 plus costs by Mayor Fields on Monday.
Mr and Mrs John Gresham report three of their children ill with typhoid fever in the southwest part of the city. Burrell, the oldest, is up and visited Salem this week with grandfather Benjamin Gresham. Paul 14 and Chester 8 remain homebound and very ill.
A large gathering of relatives and friends attended the funeral of Samuel P. Reed, prominent stone operator, held Tuesday afternoon in Bloomington. Mills A and B district employees sent a floral tribute, an elaborate arrangement designed by Williams Floral Company of this city.
Miss Lillie Weaver was delightfully surprised Monday evening when friends gathered at Miss Gladys Gyger's home north of the city to celebrate her birthday. The party included games, social chatter, and a gift of gold bead jewelry with best wishes. A luncheon followed.
Henry Rittmeyer suffers a severe typhoid attack at his residence on North I street while Allie Friedman has departed to French Lick Springs for his health.
Albert Lagle three months old died Saturday morning at 5 o'clock near Cross Lanes. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from St. Vincent de Paul church. Burial followed at Green Hill.
A new family adds two girls to the community as twins born Monday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Bert Richard. The birth occurred south of the city with both infants reported in good health.
Four year old Frank, son of Curtis Kindred of East 17th Street, died Thursday night at 7:30. Funeral services were held Friday and burial occurred at Mundall cemetery.
W R Melain of Muncie visited the city on Friday in search of a suitable farm site. He lived in the county thirty years ago and may move back if a proper location is found.
Tobe Tobias pleaded guilty to beating a board bill in Justice Ise minger's court Friday and was fined one dollar plus costs. Miss Mary Strout has returned home after an extended visit with relatives in Indianapolis.
A historic commendation praises President Taft for a record of continued trust prosecutions and social reforms. The article notes greater achievements in antitrust action and policy changes than under any prior president, celebrating his administration’s lane of progress.
Representative Kahn of California lauds President Taft for meeting crises with firmness and resolution. He says political opposition has not shaken his determination to act for the welfare of all classes in the republic.
The Taft era is highlighted for unprecedented anti trust actions. It cites 22 civil and 40 criminal suits against illegal trusts, sugar tariff probes, and reforms in postal savings banks, express rates, rail freight regulation, child labor, and the creation of a mine bureau. It notes income tax amendment progress and tariff reductions under Pay tariff law.
The record cites no American industry loss and no unemployment due to Taft’s enactments. It notes the tariff board created for expert business guidance, later abolished by Congress, and the vetoed tariff bills drafted by Democratic lawyers. It also mentions enforcement of the employers liability act extending suits for railroad carriers and praises Taft’s modest, effective leadership.
The article argues unskilled and skilled labor demand sweeps the United States from New York to California and Seattle, with work from harvests to railroads and public works. It notes daily wages from $1.75 and links labor demand to farmer prosperity, questioning electoral changes in Washington and urging stability.
A 1882 to 1892 3 percent yearly rise in government spending gives way to 4 percent, then under Roosevelt nearly 6 percent. Taft reverses the trend, lowering annual outlays from 662 million to 654 million. The piece urges recognizing concrete fiscal restraint by the president.
The writer argues that workers are misled about tariffs and that relief would spur American industry to grow, asserting this has happened before when tariffs were relieved. The piece features Professor Wilson explaining the potential effects and emphasizes skepticism toward tariff relief.
The Belvidere Republican notes a contrast between Roosevelt and Taft. Roosevelt railed against malefactors while allegedly shielding some from law. Taft, by contrast, enforced the laws without threats.
The St Louis Times notes a national shift toward recognition of President Taft. It describes a period of normal reflection with the idea that noise has passed and thoughtful inquiry and acceptance of facts have arrived.
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