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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1913
Page
3
A fragmented report outlines nominees for the coming election. Republican Democratic and Citizens tickets are named with Bloomington and Bedford mentions. Rumors say a Citizens Ticket mixes independent Democrats seeking nonpartisan leadership while party leaders deny coordinated backing.
The text relays scattered mentions of a market, Paris, and political figures with incomplete names and dates. It hints at bargaining, holding out for a better deal, and public reaction but provides no coherent events or outcomes.
A curious display features a string bean measuring about two inches in the show window of a Howard LYOCYY Weep bar. The item draws mention as part of a village scene observed by passersby in Worriam.
An affidavit charges assault against Jabu Ransey after an incident involving James Ket Lang over a disputed fence line. Ket Lang claims Ransey struck him, while Ransey says Ket Lang fell and injured himself. Medical care reported by a physician.
Fragmentary report describes a man boarding a C and I J train at Warton, Indiana bound for Powersburg, then missing after the train backed up and a fall occurred. Unclear details and names due to damaged text. no confirmed identity or outcome.
A group of ladies from Gloombuc ton on an automobile yesterday near a wooded area ran over a kitten. They alighted in alarm to check the animal, found it alive but smelling strongly, and hurried away in shock. Sevimour Hemocrat.
Isaiah Foster of Buddha has developed a Rocky Ford cantaloupe strain praised for sweetness and aroma. The dry season improved flavor, with melons sold from his wagon as they ripen, facing rising demand in the West End.
Cecil Payne eleven year old son of Ted Payne of Shale Hill admitted placing a fence post and a stone on the B&O Southwestern tracks near Brownstown to see how far the engine would knock them. He was sentenced by Judge Swails in the Boys Industrial School at Plainfield but may be returned home. He insisted no intent to wreck the train and showed distress at the sentence. Local investigators including Marshal Russell Brownstown and Detective Barkley of the railroad aided the probe with Prosecutor John Underwood present.
The Civil Service Commission announces open competitive exams for rural carrier positions in Lawrence County Indiana on September 27 1813 at Bedford Mit che Huron and other offices. Applicants 18 to 55 may qualify with domicile in the county and male U S citizens. Salary range 600 to 1100 dollars annually with transfer paths after one year of service. John A McShenny serves as President of the examining board.
The Bloomington Star reports on upcoming fashions and events with light local notes. It mentions preparations for girls in new clothing and social happenings as cooler weather returns. A local good citizens league offers ten dollars for live captured blind tigers in town.
Bloomington Indiana August 28 Socialists hold mass convention at Court House and nominate a complete city ticket led by George Myers for mayor Frank Wilkinson for treasurer Ed Branham for clerk Walter Herring for councilman first ward Charles F McNabb for councilman second ward Garvin Judah for councilman third ward J P Kinnmann and Oscar Hickman as at large councilmen.
Mt Sterling Ohio hospital confirms patient with serious condition is mother of Mrs Dixon Ead. Funeral attendance planned by Mrs Dixon after hospital notification. Wallace Hagenbeck circus band donates funds to cover Ellis Thomas medical expenses. he remains hospital bound for weeks. Miss Mary Dickabohn returns from Bedford with Miss Frances Humston for short visit before Chicago trip.
Bedford, a Monon station, is noted as the home of Wicker, a champion baseball pitcher. The town hosts an exciting Sunday game, drawing local fans and boosting its recognition in the Bloomington Star.
The Board of Children's Guardians appeals for suitable adoptive homes for three brothers aged about 4, 6, and an unknown age. Enquiries can be directed to J. E. Payne and L. E. Payne for information and eligibility details.
A strong odor from White River in Martinsville prompts Judge N A Whitaker to say the issue will be presented to the grand jury. An appropriation to halt the river's use as a sewage carrier will be sought, with county council set to discuss funding next week.
The West Baden Springs Company raised a tall three section poplar flagpole on Tuesday afternoon last week. It stands 104 feet above ground with a large 12 by 2 foot banner at the top reading Home of Sprudel Ball Club. The pole is north of the West Baden Springs hotel, creating a striking, soft appearance.
Miss Carrie Hobson spent a week with friends in the city and has now returned to Indianapolis.
Fred McGinnis wed Lora Ellen Williamson and Kelley Smith of Saltilla married Pearl Jorden of Mitchell in recent license records.
A reminiscence paints a former baseball star living on past glories. He may coach law practice or work in a saw mill as time passes. The piece highlights hallmark plays, his feared pitching, and how local pride idolizes his earlier feats.
Brief notes report births at South street and East Oolitic with Wendell Fox visiting sister Mabel Taylor. Orleans Home Coming draws Mr. and Mrs. Harry Sears and family while Mr. R Houston visits. families including Box McAtee Little Smith Denniston and Kent Denniston are mentioned with travels to West Baden and Buddha.
The Indianapolis Star remarks that baseball stars remain fixtures in their local communities whether they play in major cities or small towns like Oatsville. Even as the All-American full back returns from college, the baseball hero temporarily steps back but remains central to the sport’s glory in his rightful niche.
A horse owned by Arth ur Fultz ran loose Saturday afternoon at 4 near East Street, pulling a wagon and colliding with William Puncan s buggy in front of Mrs Isis McDaniels property. The horse was thrown into Mrs McDaniels shed and no injuries were reported to the children aboard Puncan s buggy.
Nashville Indiana August 29 The trial of Frank Taggart Brown County recorder his wife Eva Taggart and his brother Hannibal Taggart for the murder of Norma Taggart 11 the daughter of Hannibal Pageart will be called September 1 Indictments allege murder in the second degree Norma had stayed with Frank for a year before her death in April She went to a neighbor’s home while aunt and uncle were away and later died after convulsions reported amid prior court investigations
A message received by relatives announces the death of John Guthrie two year old son of Mr and Mrs A B Guthrie in Chouteau Montana. Mr Guthrie formerly worked with the local high school. Months earlier their young daughter died while the family sought treatment in California.
Frank Roper was acquitted in Mayor Dilley’s court for provoking Mrs. Overbee after his chickens damaged her garden. The dispute began with chicken damage prompting the legal clash in Mitchell on Friday night.
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