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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1907
Page
2
The final surviving building, the floral hall, has been torn down. Once a showcase for Lawrence County fairs, it withstood many storms and drew exhibitor interest before its removal.
James C. Tatem and Charles Adams son clashed Monday evening on J street. They grabbed rocks and were about to throw when Chief Gratzer intervened and ordered peace. Both were fined in police court and paid 11 dollars each for the disturbance.
William A. Mathes reported a theft of 3000 yellow poplar shingles from near his tenant house on East 12th street. The shingles, stored in twelve bales, disappeared between Saturday night and Monday morning, suggesting wagon transport. Mathes seeks the thief who crossed several city blocks.
Dr. F. S. Hunter, secretary of the County Board of Health, plans action against vendors mixing dead eggs from nests with fresh eggs sent to the Bedford market. Lately three or four dead eggs are found in every dozen sold as fresh country eggs. Both farmers and merchants face penalties under the 1907 Pure Food and Drug Law for selling incubated or decayed eggs, with fines from 10 to 100 dollars per offense.
Professor Blythe reports a newly discovered anti-toxine that kills diphtheria germs in the living human body within three minutes. The work is accredited to Theodore Wolfram, a German chemist in the city. Tests in hospitals and private practice preceded the announcement. The infusion-based antidote can be given in any quantity to patients of any age.
The marriage of Miss Rosetta Medaris and Grover Weir was solemnized at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon at the bride's parents' home in Bloomington. Rev. C R Williams officiated before about 30 relatives and friends. The couple, both praised as estimable, received numerous gifts and will make Bedford their future home.
Justice of the Peace George O. Iseminger officiated at 3:30 PM yesterday in his office. The couple were James C. Hampton and Miss Belva N. Jeffries both of Mitchell.
In Indianapolis a reunion of the Sixty seventh Indiana Regiment honors Admiral Farragut’s Mobile Bay stand. Officers elected include William A. Abbott as president and J. B. Malott as secretary. The regiment, formed in several Indiana counties, saw major action from Louisville to Mobile and at Vicksburg, mustered out in 1865. A related note mentions the 154th Indiana reservists preparing for a September reunion in Columbus.
The New Union Christian church four miles west of Bedford in Indian Creek township reconciles after months of division over instrument music. Elder Adamson sided with modern worshippers, anti-organists opposed, and even a name change to Church of Christ was discussed. A pastor Rev J W Newland preached unity as the congregation rebuilt on solid faith, with a morning crowd gathering despite overcast skies.
Customs inspectors seized jewelry and lace from Misses Agnes and Catherine Barrett of French Lick Springs Ind on arrival of the French liner La Gascogne in New York. The women sobbed and denied guilt while a Chicago chemist prof Rudolph Von Bachetti protested the search. Marriage licenses were later issued to four couples including Lewis E Fiddler and Stella Eads.
A woman about 30 years old with a three month old child entered Stipp's west side shoe store in Bedford to see the circus. She said she walked from Needmore twelve miles that day and planned to walk home in the rain. The incident highlighted the circus’s unusual appeal to the public.
Bedford police were shocked when they had to buy their own tickets to the show. Officer Lucien Payne noted it was the first time in twenty years the department paid to see the elephant.
County superintendents express broad satisfaction with the new state school law effective at the start of the school year. They note closures of under twelve attendance schools, support longer recitation periods, larger classes, and higher teacher salaries as the result of consolidations. Farmers support children traveling longer distances to schools.
The State against John Wallace, owner of a North Street saloon raided for alleged Nicholson law violations, was continued in police court until next Monday after one witness testifies. Wallace's attorney John H. Underwood is away in Noblesville, keeping the case in abeyance. Also charged is George Webster who runs a nearby restaurant with allowing liquor to be drunk on premises. John Polley pled guilty in Justice Owens Court to a provocation charge and paid a $1 fine plus costs.
Congressman announces Vincennes University grading panel report for West Point entrance in district. L L Wright of Lyons leads with 95.23 percent, George W Purcell of Vincennes 92.49, Roy E Price of Linton 89.79, Orris Horral 79, Max Crowder 76, Walter Hindman 74. Wright named principal, Purcell first alternate, Price second alternate.
The five months old child of Mr and Mrs William Ray of Peerless died Tuesday night and was buried today at Bartlettsville. Yost Davis aged 19 son of Field Davis of Red Cross died Tuesday of typhoid fever. He was a school teacher recently appointed to a Marion township school. The funeral will occur tomorrow.
Starting October 1 1907 birth reporting replaces blue blank forms and follows death certificate timing. Physicians and midwives must obtain two given names one male one female from parents before birth to avoid delays and fines under the new law as announced from Bedford Indiana.
Three cattle vanished from a stock car during transit from Indian Springs to Indianapolis stockyards. The cows and a calf were later located with William Layman near Beehunter after farm wife advertised stray cattle. Railroad officials investigate how stock slipped from closed car doors.
J J Faubion Ltd announces the Pleasant Run township teaching corps for the upcoming year with assignments across multiple districts including Henderson Clark East Bartlettsville Heltonville Ram sey and others. A new dramatization of the Hidden Hand will play at the Bedford Opera House on Saturday October 5 with actor Eugene Moore leading the cast.
William Powell 24, engine wiper at Southern Indiana Shops, was crushed between a sand house and an engine tender as it backed into the round house. His body rolled, causing fatal injuries. he was taken to Hamer Day for burial prep and later to his sister’s home in Bedford before interment at West Baden. Powell, unmarried, was from near West Baden, moved to Bedford two weeks prior.
Judge Wilson instructed the jury in Routh v B&O S-W and the panel retired after closing evidence. Rhoda Roberts filed for divorce from Leander Roberts in Mitchell citing abandonment and lack of support with marriage in 1887 and separation in 1907. Joseph Routh seeks $10,000 for a son killed at a Mitchell crossing two years earlier. previous jury disagreement noted. Allen v B&O S-W jury discharged after disagreement and circus absence noted. Oscar Johnson pleaded guilty for disturbing a religious meeting with a $10 fine plus costs. A. M. Faris and wife of Indian Springs attend the State Fair in Indianapolis.
County treasurer notes water several feet deep beneath the court house as public square work lifts streets 18 to 20 inches. Surface water runs under the building after rain. Commissioners may raise the court house level to match streets while yard filling and south side excavation dirt are moved into the courtyard.
The Bloomington telegraph service ends its operator strike as J. E. comes to the depot for the Bowles hotel service. Brenner, the striking operator, is expected to be paid by the company and continue handling mail and personal letters, with Mr. Riley noted as a longtime Menon employee.
Mr. and Mrs J A Zaring express deep thanks for sympathy and comfort after the untimely death of their son Courtney. They note floral offerings and acts of kindness, and ask God to shield friends from the weight of their sadness.
The Keithley and Alexander families hold their annual reunion at Ragsdale’s Grove in Heltonville next Sunday September 15 1907. All relatives and friends are invited to bring baskets and enjoy the day.
A reader vents about the strain of weekly shopping as a wife stocks groceries to last through Sunday, likening it to funding a crop movement. The remark underscores rising costs and household budgeting pressures.
List of names including Huff Mandy Lee Annie C Neal Lora Stephens Ada Maris Taylor Bertha Thomas Nellie West Roxie and more. Letters are to be claimed by persons calling for above letters and saying advertised.
Bedford brick mason and umbrella mender known as Bill Achilles was reported dead in Chilllicothe Missouri, but returned alive in Bloomington. Col V Williams believed the dead man to be Bill Achilles, though relatives denied kinship. The identity mystery remains, obituary published in error.
Three Monroe county men David Fox Jacob Kirk and Charles Sylvester were summoned to the Bartholemew County Grand Jury to testify about the whitecapping of William Vanest of South Bethany Harrison township. Their attorneys argued a man may refuse to answer questions that could incriminate him but Prosecuting Attorney Alberti W. Phillips and Deputy Remy refused the excuse. Judge Hackett refused to excuse them, saying he did not know what questions the grand jury would ask.
Bedford’s Western Union telegraph office resumes public business with J R Sample named manager succeeding Morris Miller. Sample, an experienced Lafayette operator, and Assistant Superintendent Sickles from Indianapolis, installed him as local head. Sample plans to move his family soon. A Bedford youth recalls country hospitality with a vivid country supper scene.
A Bloomington student showcases a two color hosiery trend with one golden brown sock on the left foot and baby blue on the right. Local observer notes the style mirrors a sport like bold trousers rolled mid calf as a sign of undergraduate spirit. Emery Voss of Indianapolis is visiting friends.
Every lady and child will have a chance to see Bedford's new Opera House Saturday at noon. A high class vaudeville and motion picture bill will be presented by the management. Admission is 10e for all.
Mil t Myers of Bedford Indiana seeks license from Lawrence County Board to sell spiritous vinous and malt liquors in less than five gallons at Central Hotel in Bedford Third Ward. Premises described as north front room first story of two story brick building fronting on J street with view from street. Also asks permission to sell cigars and tobacco. Notice dated September 13 1907.
The Lawrence County Board of Commissioners invites sealed bids by October 8 1907 for three bridges. A concrete bridge on Port William and Huron road in Spice Valley township, a steel bridge on Pleasant Run creek with stone abutments in Pleasant Run township, and a Knob Creek crossing on Guthrie and Bedford road in Marshall township. Plans are on file in the County Auditor's office. Bond with bids as required by statute. The board may reject any or all bids. Bedford September 5 1907 signed Walter G Owens Auditor Lawrence County.
In the matter of the estate of Joseph Wetzel deceased in Circuit Court of Lawrence County Indiana Lizzie Wetzel admx presented and filed final account for examination and approval. The midday of October 1907 is set for heirs and interested parties to appear and show cause and prove heirship or claims. Brooks and Brooks attorneys September 11 1907.
Lawrence Circuit Court notices final settlement in the estate of Clifford A. Diefendorf deceased. Administrator Thomas L. Kimbrel presents account and vouchers. The examination and action will occur October 1, 1907, requiring heirs creditors or legatees to appear and show cause why the account should not be approved. Attorney Tl. Pearson.
Notice from Lawrence Indiana recalling the Clark family as W E Clark named administrator of Martha A Green deceased estate. Clerk of the Lawrence Circuit Court notes the estate in Lawrence County is solvent and appoints William E Clark as administrator on July 16 1907.
The Lawrence Circuit Court announces the administrator of the estate of Martha Whitted, deceased, late of Lawrence County Indiana. George Whitted is named Admr with Alexander and Harris as attorneys for the administrator.
Notice of application for a change of name. The applicant seeks to alter legal name details as required by the relevant jurisdiction.
Notice that sealed proposals for supplies to the County Poor Asylum for the quarter ending December 31, 1907 will be received up to two o clock p m on Tuesday October 8 1907. Proposals are to be made per the requisition on file in the County Auditor s office signed Walter G Owens Auditor of Lawrence County.
John D. Alexander guardian files account and vouchers in the estate of Matilda Brinegar deceased. Circuit Court to examine on September 26, 1907. Heirs creditors and interested parties must appear and show cause why the final settlement should not be approved and proof of heirship provided.
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