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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1919
Page
4
The page lists editorial staff and contact lines for WHOMAS J. PROOKS managing editor Bert C. WICKER city editor and society editor MARRY ASKEW with a phone number, followed by legal advertising and insert rates. Rates show 50¢ per square for display ads, 28¢ per line for court notices, 10¢ per line for extra insertions, and obituaries and resolutions priced at $1.00 to $3.00.
Justice court records show Lianercus admitting guilt on one count and a finding of guilty for Abd Willam Thorne on an assault charge against Joe Siciliano, with fines and costs totaling 31 dollars. Affidavits accuse John Faubion of provoke, carrying concealed weapons, and trespass. Faubion could not be located by a constable. Nuk Beyers of Oolitic received a fine and costs totaling 13.05 for an assault and battery case stemming from Omar Re.
In peace proceedings against Lottie Giles by Cleo Gray the bond was continued and the case ended. Nellie Johnson granted a divorce from Henry Johnson in the Lawrence circuit court. Iva Moore became owner of the R. F. Meeks Sidney property on West Fourteenth Street and will take possession October 1. Harold Wykolf, son of Mr and Mrs Dale Wykolf, returns home after two years overseas leave.
Advert says Petrisol stops colds early or soon after onset and relieves chest nose throat congestion. Rub on chest nose and throat to penetrate and reduce inflammation. Also marketed for lame back rheumatism sprains. claims no bandage needed and low cost at all druggists.
Fragmented report describes American French and British sailors in the city during a coup and threats of destruction. The account mentions ships, authorities, and orders linked to a relief or punitive aim amid chaotic negotiations and clashes.
Reports outline a steel workers strike expanding toward Gary as tensions rise. The piece references President and union actions, with mentions of Pittsbrough and possible federal responses as Washington weighs the next steps.
Text describes Haut families evacuated from lowlands as Grande River swells to dangerous levels. Army trucks work to move civilians away from rising waters. Officials warn the river may flood areas around Eagle Pass, threatening homes and property amid ongoing spillover risk.
A military air patrol plane disappeared Sunday on a border mission near San Antonio. The craft landed safely after engine trouble. Lieuia TP 8 Andrews and S M Dersins were aboard. rescue details released by the southern department indicate a forced landing due to mechanical failure.
The supreme council has adopted a war settlement plan and will transfer the Dubysm an tresty to plenipotentiaries Friday morning. Balearia joined Germany on October 14, aligning with postwar terms as negotiations proceed. The leadership outline principal figures and dates surrounding the peace process.
General Pershing leads the First Division down the Avenue amid cheering crowds. Tanks, guns, and other war hardware pace the march as officers and veterans recount battles from Cantigny to the front. The parade features Maj. Gen. Sibert and Lieut. Gen Bullard along with former commanders, honoring the American Expeditionary Forces after months of heavy fighting.
In New York a women’s group campaigns to reissue the two cent coin with a bas relief portrait of President Roosevelt. The coin would fund war taxes on small items, newspapers, and street car fares. A letter requesting the coin has been sent to the Treasury.
A partial fragment reports a robbery of Peru Mex oil offices with suspects arrested and officials involved. The piece notes American and Mexican entities, police roles, and a broader network linked to the Paxgeen operation, with authorities pursuing assets and individuals connected to the raid.
Government opens case accusing packers of violating Sherman anti trust laws by restraining trade and fixing prices. Tenby Veeder testified as federal grand jury evidence focused on Swift & Co operations and withholding railway facilities by Sioux City Terminal Railway Co controlled by Swift Arcour and Ueady.
A garbled report from Brussels notes an agreement involving Morgan & Co and the Priust company of New York. It mentions designating agents for a treasury operation and an unnamed death from a cramp, with charges related to aiding illicit transfers to the United States.
Rock Jelland named editor of Modern Woodman the official publication of the Woodmen of the World. He succeeds Van Garder who served seventy four years as the order’s chief writer and cultural figure.
President Wilson lays out his interpretation of the League of Nations covenants and Ireland’s status, stating the pact does not bind the United States or compel aid in suppressing rebellion. He asserts Ireland is not within the peace conference jurisdiction and hints at forthcoming replies from Congress.
Boston police face ongoing disputes as the department refuses to reinstate striking officers under prestrike conditions. Commissioner Crowles says officers asked to be recalled while others await decisions, with tensions rising among the force.
Boston Central Labor Union members voted to support the push for union recognition in the ongoing strike. McCarthy, a local organizer, stated the move did not signal a general nationwide action. Jean Weederation of Tabor teachers asserted the stance was not a wider action.
The principal Senate amendment liberalizing prohibition enforcement to permit home manufacture for individual consumption of nonintoxicating cider and light wines was accepted by House conferees and placed in final bill subject to action on ngs.
The government rejects buying additional goods and limits sales to arriving army stocks. Twenty four stores will open in many cities on September to supply households at lower prices than private dealers. Distribution will be through district supply points with direct parcel post options and cash or postal money orders only.
The United Mine Workers oppose the AFL amid a contentious biennial convention held in which the committee report faced objections. Debate centered on labor strategy, including a proposed prohibition and Navy question, while carpenters in Davenport and nearby cities ended their strike tied to construction work.
The column lists mixed market figures for grains and meats including rye wheat and oats, with wholesale prices for dairy products and livestock. It mentions regional buyers and sellers, packers and stockyard terms, and prices for steers hogs lambs and cows, reflecting a market snapshot with multiple entities and numbers.
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