11 Sep 1908
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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1908
Page
1
The fragment discusses Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Vluedour and other remedies, noting claimed cures and warnings about qualified medical leaders. It mentions a potential special session called by Gov. Hanly.
Governor Hanly issued a proclamation for a special session of the Indiana General Assembly to convene September 18 dealing with specific appropriations for state institutions and the Night Riders crisis. He seeks authority and funds to protect property and citizens amid ongoing threats in southern Indiana and to address unexpended hospital and school appropriations.
Jack Lynch, a North I Street saloon keeper, and Bedford Patrolman Jerry Meredith clashed near Lynch’s bar around seven. Lynch, accused of resisting arrest after being confronted by Meredith, was released after wounds were treated.，两条案件或在 police court 室审理。
Max Hirsch a Tolleston baker is accused by Gary police of violating the Pure Food Law after his bulldog licked sugar coating off buns during a delivery. Health Officer Gus Newman has warrants sworn for Hirsch's arrest. Patrolman Miller reported the incident to the health department as Tolleston housewives noted bun sugar shortages.
A full house filled every seat and standing room at the Miller Brothers Wild West show last night with steady applause. The event followed recent strong business when the Ringlings performed nearby, and the crowd reported no panic or trouble. The show toured to continue along the BR EGO net route as noted in local chatter. Mrs J N Cook has left for the country to stay with her daughter due to malaria fever.
Mrs Amy Owens of po litic was thrown to the ground when a team started suddenly while alighting from a hack at the show grounds. She suffered a severely sprained right wrist and leg and multiple bruises. Mrs Nellie Weaver of Ft. Qtner and Dr Butler’s daughter of Leesville were taken to the hospital for a delicate surgical operation. William Calvin and Magpie Johnson of Oolitic were married by Justice John W Owens in his office Friday afternoon.
Caleb Powers former Kentucky Secretary of State and prominent Republican will lecture at the Stone City Opera House in Bedford next Saturday night. A seven event lyceum season opens November 8 with Victor and His Royal Venetian Band and Grace Keye Miller, plus more acts through March. Season tickets are $1.50 for 600 seats. single admissions are 75 cents for music and 60 cents for lectures.
Caleb Powers, once the Republican hero of Kentucky politics, faced murder allegations in the Goebel case after Goebel was shot on the State House grounds. He was jailed, acquitted by ten jurors, and pardoned by Governor Willson, then toured Chautauqua circuits in Ohio Indiana and Illinois to share his story and build a national reputation.
The Stone City Entertainment Course will be conducted this year under the management of the Men of the Presbytery. The event promises community involvement and local support for the parish effort.
Vermont statewide results show a Republican majority around 25 000 to 29 000 in September and last Tuesday's tally, aligning with long standing precedents since 1880 that favor a Republican presidential win in November. The Courier Journal notes street opinion that Vermont’s vote removes political uncertainty and makes the presidential outcome seem foregone.
Judge T. J. Brooks lent his car to Merrill Moores and John H. Edwards for an afternoon appointment at West Baden and a return to Mitchell for the Republican campaign opening. The trip to the Springs went well but on the way back the party faced numerous flat tires and punctures, nine counted, taking four hours to travel from West Baden to Mitchell.
Lawrence County Medical Society debated ethics on publishing physicians names tied to operations. A resolution would require officials to monitor and potentially reprimand doctors whose names appear in newspapers. Drs Short and Perkins opposed. editors warned newspapers would resist muzzle and continue reporting operations.
A jury weighs the fate of David in a high profile trial as prosecutors seek conviction and defense argues for acquittal. Courtroom observers note intense testimony and legal maneuvering as the case unfolds.
West Side saloon keeper David Torphy jailed fifteen days and fined 125 dollars by a police court jury for keeping a gaming room after a raid. The case stemmed from last Saturday’s police raid on his Bedford Indiana establishment.
The Bloomington Telephone reports construction starting on the Grand Central traction line with 50 teams and many workers at Huntingburg. A Y shaped branch will run from Huntingburg to Ferdinand, then main line work will advance north to Bloomington with six survey crews slated for Oct 1. The Bloomington route may differ but will pass near the old fair grounds and Monon lake. Newland Duncan, Bloomington’s only rep on site at Huntingburg, returned home for the weekend.
A former police officer, now retired, expresses gratitude to the citizens of Bedford City and Lawrence County. He states it is his duty to acknowledge public support and reflect on service. His message emphasizes appreciation and civic regard.
Trustee Noble Malott selects a corps of teachers for the next school year across several towns including Ft Ritner Tunnelhill Tunnelton Selby Pinhook Fostor and Fortior. The staff includes Miss Carrie Allen Miss Eja Mahoney Mr W C Roberts Miss Nellie Standiford Miss Nellie Fitzgibbon Mr Fred Rost Mr M E Allen and Miss Lola Hoopingarner.
The Wallace circus and Miller Bros Wild West show drew large crowds in Bedford, with Miller Bros turning away hundreds at an afternoon performance while last night’s show played to a capacity crowd. Despite economic rumors, the pair reported combined receipts of about $11,000 in a single week, suggesting local entertainment remained strong in Lawrence County.
Miss Ida Kern wed George Hunter in a floral lawn ceremony at a country home attended by family and friends. Rev. Omer Porter officiated as the couple who will make their home near Zelma. A surprise farewell shower preceded the wedding and visitors included George E. Mitchell family from Lone Wolf Oklahoma. A daughter was born to Edward Porter and wife on South I street.
Lafayette political scene shows Minis E declaring support for the Viscsun ticket with early endorsements and stated goals. The move signals alignment with Viscsun policies and strong organizer activity in the region.
Prominent Indiana Prohibition ministers, including Rev Samuel Godfrey, urge supporters to back the Republican candidates Watson and the state ticket. The ministers argue voting for Prohibition nominees would aid brewery interests and harm temperance aims, urging Prohibitionists to vote for Watson and local option instead. Godfrey, a longtime Methodist leader, says supporting the Republican line is a duty to temperance even if not ideal.
Suspect Ralph or Archie Livingston was arrested Friday at the show ground by Patrolman J. son and jailed as a suspected felon. A statement from Officer Jackson via Miller Bros. Show says Livingston, wanted in Chicago for stabbing Elmer Lowe, had been tailing the show. detectives finally detained him yesterday. He had no money and is held on a vagranes count until Chicago police are contacted. Other items note Miss Sallie Overton visiting Jasper and Evansville relatives, Arvil Williams and Hannah O. of Ft. Ritner granted license to marry, and a newborn daughter for Mr. and Mrs. Charles McMillan near the CieWwis Hicht plant.
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