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Newspaper

Bedford Weekly Mail

Location

Bedford, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1919

Page

2

Widespread Wedding in Elgin Bride Hazel Ray and Mr Harley Murphy

Miss Hazel Ray wed Harley Murphy in a Sunday morning ceremony at Mrs Curtis Ray's home on West Fourteenth Street. Rev. G M Davis officiated. The couple, both BHS 1910 graduates, plan to live in Elgin after a short visit in Lafayette with Norris Ray. Guests included J W Murphy and family from Indianapolis and other relatives.

Curtis Ray West Fourteenth Street Hazel Ray Harley Murphy Elgin E.rered Rachel Shultz Alice Ray Pimmist Gladys Ray Lohengrin Vream Tittie Mes Haze Guthrie Ide M Davis Oride Murphy Lafayetts Atter Norris’ Ray Purdie Egin Mare Tmrest Chadack Conservatory of Music Chattanooga Tenn Thie City Standard Oil Co B.H.S J. W. Murphy Indianapolis J. W. Standiford Rowena Mitchelll William Hall Williams

Barber Charley Lancaster Held for Drunkenness in Sherman Building

Charley Lancaster a barber in the Sherman building basement at Sullivan is jailed on drunkenness charges after Arthur Murray, police chief, found a crude chill drink and vile liquid in the shop. Authorities confiscated a one gallon syrup can and a glass as evidence, with Lancaster claiming hair tonic before admitting homebrew. He said the beverage contained malt, blackberry juice and yeast and he had been selling it for 3 to 4 dollars per quart, priced at 25 cents per drink. The case will be referred to federal authorities in Terre Haute for investigation.

Charley Lancaster Sherman Sullivan Arthur Murray Lancaster Terre Haute Indianapolis Anderson Murray Linton Citieen Winnie

Cabinet to Run the Government in Wilson's Illness

Washington reports the cabinet prepared to assume many presidential duties during President Wilson's illness. Secretary Lansing will handle foreign affairs while Baker, Houston, and others manage internal matters. The move mirrors the Garfield era cabinet government with Wayne MacVeagh as a historic precedent.

Washington Get Wilson Ssaryo Lanse Lansing State Department Baker Meveland Ohio State Vlousten Nas Acticar Heurten Wilsen Palmer Treasury Glass Agriculture Houston

Vote snowed under Soviet Buffalo ballot

Primary results show the Communist party appearing for the first time on the ballot with three candidates running for three council seats. Voter turnout was 54 99? and 18 candidates were in the field.

Buffalo. Noy Orb Pani Governsr Board of Councilmen

First German Enters U S Since 1917 Amid Marriage

The first German to reach the United States since April 1917 is Emrich Hecht of Hecht Phieffer & Co Berlin. Hecht arrived through Cupid’s aid to marry Florence Newberger of New York. his passport was issued by the new Republic of Germany.

U. S New York United States Emrich Hecht Hecht, Phieffer & Co Berlin Cupid Florence Newberger Hecht New Republic of Germany

Danzig Holds State Works In Trusteeship Move

Berlin reports the free city of Danzig acting as trustee has taken over national and state properties within its jurisdiction. The key assets include the imperial shipyards the gun factory and the artillery works under Danzig control.

Danzig Berlin Free City of Imperial Shipyards

Funeral services for Vincent Vernia in Louisville

Funeral services for Vincent Vernia little son of Mr and Mrs J P Vernia will be held Thursday morning from St Bridgett s church in Louisville at 830 o clock Interment will be at New Albany Virginia?

Vincent Vernia Lttle Abs J. P. Vernia Louisville St. Bridgett’s Church New Albany

Harrell Dies At Father's Home Near Bartlettsville

Frank J. Harrell aged 61 died Saturday afternoon at his father's home near Brvyantsville. Survived by widow and son. Funeral services were held at the home at noon Tuesday. The body will be sent to Detroit Michigan for burial Wednesday.

Frank J. Tarrell Scave Brvyantsville Detroit Mich

Pretty Wedding Solemnized at Avoca Home

Miss Mary Franklin daughter of Mr and Mrs Ben Franklin and Mr Harry Franklin son of Rev D A Franklin were united in marriage by Rev R M Hays at 1 PM Saturday in Avoca. Relatives attended including Rev Franklin Ben Franklin Mrs Anna Burton and Louis Burton Mrs Zenia Merriman and Jessie Waldrop.

R. M. Hays Mary Franklin Ben Franklin Franklin D. A. Franklin Avoca Hays Anna Burton Louis Burton Zenia Merriman Jessie Waldrop Evansville

Cement Will IG Running at Limedale Plant

The Indiana Fort Jand Cement Company plant at Limedale began operations on Sunday. The 1500 barrel a day kiln produced high quality clinker after six hours to heat, earning praise from company officials.

Indiana Fort Jand Limedale Burma Greenwagtle- Banner

Samuel Gompers III Lahor Leader Stricken After Attack

Samuel Gompers III, veteran labor leader, collapsed following an attack during a United States Steel Corporation industrial conference. Doctors say he was rushed to a hospital, as his wife suffers a serious stroke at home on the eve of the anniversary of their daughter's death.

Lahor U. S. Steel Corporation Taber Tugine Dhroughdewa Gampers Iftners Taher

Peculiar Drainage Plan For Orleans Surface Water

Orleans confronts a long term surface water problem tied to its 104 year existence. The town plans to excavate and cement the sulphur sink into a large reservoir to collect runoff and prevent inundation from the Lost River and surrounding caverns. If successful it will be a sound investment. if not Orleans will still note the trustees’ efforts as a milestone in municipal works.

Orleans Othan Oe Betas Morih Orleana West Baden Frenery Board of Trustees Board of ‘Trustees Roek Mliital Orleans Progress Uxaniner

Severe Knee Injury Suffered By Needmore Boy

Paul Findley of Needmore suffered a badly fractured left knee cap while playing basketball at the Needmore school house Friday afternoon. He was taken to a physician, X-rayed, treated, and sent home. The injuries are described as severe and will keep him out of school for a long time.

Paul Findley Tovey Findley Needmore

Arbitration actions and labor stance during wartime talks

The article notes debate on arbitration within the national industrial conference with votes and abstentions by union leaders and employers. Frank Morrison and Samuel Gompers figure in the dispute over sending the resolution back to committee as President Wilson weighs adjournment. Also covered is Allied Rhineland governance talks with Frank Polk and the looming Versailles outcome. Dr Kuno Meyer, noted Berlin linguist and professor, has died in Leipzig at age 59.

Washington Ete UC Op Ogene Gy Carr Barueh Elbert FL Gary Niu F Chatrpsan Tarrs A. Whieeler Samuel Genmers Cheatrouman Committee Mess Frank Morrison American Federation of Labor Wilson White House Actinn

Bedford Firm Wins Contracts for Post Office and Hotel

Hunter and Brock decorators and painters were awarded the contract to decorate the Bedford post office. They also secured the contract to decorate the new Lawrence hotel at Lawrenceville, a five story fireproof building.

Hunter & Brock Bedford Lawrence Lawrenceville

Harbor strike ends as longshoremen accept 70 cent wage

New York dispatch reports longshoremen return to work after agreeing to a 70 cent hourly wage scale set by the national adjustment commission through December 1. Eight of 23 locals voted to resume work while others may follow after continued talks on a $1 per hour demand.

New York National Adjustment Commission International Longshore Metms Associ Mien Valet Che John F. Riley New York District Council the International Chaiman Scribe Committee Harbor Bowmen's Perl Railroad Administration North River Erie and Penneylvania

Maynard Flying Back East in Transcontinental Derby

Maynard, on the second leg east in the trans continental air Derby, landed at Buena Vista field near Salt Lake City after a 60 minute rest. Forecasts predicted he would match or beat his westbound speed as he continued from Battle Mountain, Nevada toward the east. He completed roughly 200 miles in his first three east bound flights from San Francisco.

Salt Lake City Utah Belkin AV Maynard Buena Vista Field Here San Francisco Far West Bow Masynard Ifsneat Sary Battle Mountain Nev Sao Miles

Market Prices Mixed for Flour Poultry and Livestock

Reads like a late 19th or early 20th century market page listing flour types with prices, meat and poultry items including turkeys and chickens, and detailed cattle hogs and sheep quotes. Includes various weights and grades, with some garbled OCR but retains core price ranges and department sections.

Barrie Tne Timythiy Aoa

Jolly Dinner For East Side World War Veterans

Mrs. Charles Acton hosted a Wednesday dinner for East end World War II veterans returning home without losses. Covers were set for eight men including Ralph Carter and Edgar Acton. The evening featured delicious fried chicken and lively storytelling as Everett Bowman prepares to depart for Germany.

Charles Acton East End Soldier Boys Ralefeh Carter Ross, Trainor Everett Bowman Bud Krenke Will Sharr Alvin Mitsuell Edgar Acton Germany

Potatoes Sold Fast in Alexandria Market

Alexandria indiana reports the Leeson Company sold a carload of Michigan potatoes at 1.75 dollars per bushel in a few hours at retail here.

Alexandria

Evangelist Uses Unusual Method to Wake Congregation Member

A religious leader employed an unconventional awakening technique on a church member during a service. The incident drew attention from attendees and prompted discussion about safety and conduct within the congregation.

Charge Filed In JP Court Over Song Book Incident

A case filed yesterday in JP John Consdon's court alleges Rev M Edward Borders threw a song book at plaintiff J B Love during a Nazarene church revival. Love says he sat front row with eyes closed to shield from pulpit lights. the book struck his chest to wake him. The matter was dismissed today on remotion of the plaintiff.

John Consdon Justice of Peace J. Bb. Love M. Edward Borders Nazarene Church Seymour

Plane with broken shock absorber halts in city park

An airplane from Kokomo field arrived Tuesday en route to Memphis and landed at the city park airfield to refuel. A damaged shock absorber forced the crew to stay overnight for repairs before resuming the trip early Wednesday morning.

Kokomo Field Memphis Odon Journal

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Bride of Mr. Harley ‘Murphy Elgin, Ill Aids Garfield Wayne MacVeagh Buffalo Aldermax Little Vincent Vernia New Albany F. J. Harrell Bartlettsville Harry Franklin Walter de Slumin Baron de Muni Frances Seosilie Man Braince Samuel Gompers III Town of Needmore School USA Envoys Center Rhineland Commission Franke. Polk Kune Meyer London Ger Leipsie University of Berlin Dre. Kuno Meyer Hamburg Germer Chicago Net Mabel Lu Rue Germer Divist Adelahee Socialist Party Sky Salt Lake Géty Thew Book J. P. Court
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