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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1915
Page
7
Saturday night police raided the Ragsdale and Smith place the Tuggle place and the Gaussin building on the South Side to check for gambling. Investigations at the two last named sites found no intoxicating liquor.
Prohibition era tone describes Bedford Mitchell and Oolitic renewed controls on beer sales and gambling. A Mitchell source says the towns are tighter than in the past and local gambling venues have largely ceased operations. Politically the area is less open as well.
Geo Lee, long time West 12th street resident, has come back from Indianapolis after consulting Dr James Duckworth for a cheek cancer. He plans to return soon to have the cancer removed and the face dressed, hoping for cure.
A northbound Monon Freight train found a car afire after passing Orleans. Crew moved the flaming car to Mitchell siding, where it burst into flames atop the roof and was later wrecked. The car carried furniture and other freight.
Mrs Grant Blackwell of Needsmore was taken to City Hospital Sunday evening and underwent an abdominal operation this morning. She has suffered for 16 years from her ailment and physicians report prospects for recovery as of Monday afternoon as favorable.
Harold K. Folson and Miss Alina E. Quackenbush, both of this city, exchanged vows last Saturday afternoon at 0:30 in the parsonage of the First Methodist Church. Folson is manager of the Five and Ten Cent Store in Bedford, Quackenbush is daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Quackenbush of West Thirteenth street. The ceremony used the ring rite and was witnessed by two young friends. The couple will reside near 17th and H streets.
Funeral services for Moses Fell Dunn were held at the H P Pearson home on O street Sunday afternoon at 2 o clock. The Masonic order and Benevolent Order of Elks conducted the service. The body was escorted to Green Hill cemetery for Masonic rites beside his brother George. Attendees included relatives from Bloomington Missouri Indianapolis Bryants ville Purdue University Earlham College Union Trust Co Indianapolis and many local friends. Active pallbearers were Masons and honorary pallbearers represented the Bar and Elks community.
Bedford rider Red Hitchcock, a local motorcycle racer, planned to enter the free-for-all at Salem but suffered a knee injury in a fall while traveling there. On arrival he crashed again during practice on a slick turn, breaking a crank hanger and disabling the brake, forcing him to withdraw from the race won by a Louisville rider.
Bedford Indiana editors of the Daily Mail and Daily Democrat are challenged over claims a county officer was caught in a police raid on a poker game last Monday night. Chief John Woodruff says no raid occurred and promises publication if any officer was involved. He invites publication of facts to the Prosecuting Attorney.
Billy Cramer leads Bloomington Huff to defeat with two decisive hits. The pitcher’s control and timely hitting push the Huff squad to victory on a tense afternoon at the park.
Billy Cramer pitched a loose but effective game for Peru, allowing two infield hits and driving the Cubs with a near shutout. Bennie Fultz struggled after a strong previous start, giving up 10 hits as Bloomington hit well behind him. Donica stole six bases, a new record for a game, while Denny Gore is slated to join next Sunday’s all star lineup from Louisville and nearby locales.
Mrs Nellie May Blackburn aged 50 wife of Frank Blackburn died Sunday afternoon at her home on North A street at 6 45 oclock Survived by husband and three small children Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 pm from the home conducted by Rev Williams and Owen Burial was at Green Hill Cemetery Several local residents were noted as visiting or traveling in the city including Mrs Levi Hawkins Miss Rose Pinkston Mr and Mrs W C Hill and Mr and Mrs West McKnight The Strout couple returned Friday from Indianapolis for Masonic cornerstone event in Franklin Indiana
John York of Mitchell was arrested Sunday night on a charge of selling liquor without a license. An affidavit had been filed earlier in Mitchell. York chose to stand trial and his case was set for Tuesday in Mitchell. Policeman McKinley transported York and left him in jail to await trial.
Mrs Clennie Sims of Indian Springs was on a southbound Southeastern train headed to Indianapolis for an operation at a city hospital to relieve a long illness. She is the widow of Warren Sims, a prominent farmer, and sister of George Baker of this city. Baker, his wife, and his mother in law accompanied her to the train and she is well known in the northern part of town.
Charles A Coyle Mitchell merchant of Mitchell was crossing the B and O track when the No 6 passenger train struck his horse killing it. He was uninjured and had been deaf for years missing the approaching train. Several local residents were noted in town or visiting relatives during the week.
Local coverage recounts Mrs Sam Romaine's role during a dispute as Oolitic police argued the case. The article notes her presence during the proceedings and the tense exchange surrounding the charges.
A raid by police on the Romaine store and dwelling found about half a barrel of beer. Mrs. Romaine refused to move from the top of the barrel claiming she is pregnant. Deputies consulted the prosecutor who advised removing her from the beer with care. The officers complied as evidence was collected.
A string of visits and travels is reported across the region. John Todd visits in the city, Miss Leff Murphy stays with kin in Springville, and Mrs. John S. Bailey visits Hiram Martins in Kurtz. Elizabeth Cummings visits Heltonville and friends while others journey to Williams Norman Station and Bloomington for family visits, shopping, and events.
Mrs Thomas B Gilliant of Englewood sustained injuries in an auto accident on Sunday. Authorities provided details on the collision and medical treatment as the investigation continues.
An auto driven by Thos B Gilliatt of Englewood skidded on Washington Avenue near the Stewart Raiiden home at about 10 am Sunday, toppled onto the sidewalk injuring Mrs Gilliatt with a broken rib and their one year old child slightly. Dr Short attended and the family reported progressing well Monday.
Mrs GM Norman hosted a Wednesday Social Circle gathering with autumn decor and music by a grafanala. Members shared cooking receipts and heard talks on two handed housekeeping, plus readings and travel anecdotes. Guests included Mrs O B Norman and Mrs Lelia Boyd. The next meeting is planned for November 17, 1915 at Mrs Aynette Younger's residence.
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