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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1907
Page
4
The railroad commission seeks facts on express companies ownership and capitalization. A hearing scheduled for September 8 was postponed to September 12 and then to September 18 as the companies failed to provide definite figures on property and operations.
Electric Blue Printing Machine installed at Stone City Print Co in Bedford allows mill men to produce prints at home after 7 PM. Claude and Henry Harris invite interested locals to visit Room No 2 over McCormick Bros Store to see the machine in operation any evening.
Callahan, an Indian Creek township school teacher, was found not guilty of the murder of John R. Walters in the Orange Circuit Court at Paoli. The case, tried after a prior hung jury, ended with a verdict of not guilty despite earlier prosecutions and witness losses since the 1907 shooting.
Waistsmasters W A Stines, ex Bell Telephone employee, visits with his sister Mrs J B Fox in the city. He recently married a Oak town young lady, but medical advice led them to marry and travel west for her health, later returning to Indiana. Mrs Stines remains with relatives in Oak town. Harry Stines of Gosport accompanies them. Mrs S P Reed and party return from a four month Europe trip to Bloomington.
Frank Schafer of East 19th Street loses a horse and wagon after a bid by Tobe Gladdis and Oscar King to trade for furniture borrowed from E S Ferguson on installments. Ferguson reclaimed the goods leaving Schafer short a horse and wagon. Indiana law forbids disposing of mortgaged property and King faces future explanation of the so called boss trade.
County Commissioners weigh purchasing a tax wagon for the County Treasurer. Marion County has tested a similar wagon, showing it can collect back taxes by driving to delinquent homes with a collector and book. The proposal was discussed with the Board, County Auditor Owens, and Treasurer Ray.
Pearl Elizabeth York files for absolute divorce from Marion York alleging cruel treatment and failure to provide. She claims York attempted to harm her sister and endangered their five year old son Ada York, details from March 18 1900 separation.
A farmer named Wall Ted was struck when a wagon wheel rolled over him after detaching from the wagon. Bystanders and rescuers responded as the incident halted traffic and emergency crews attended to the injured man.
Aylette Whitted a 55 year old farmer of Buddha area fell from a wagon loaded with cordwood near his home. The wheel crushed his left calf and ankle and likely his big toe. doctors say amputation may be needed. Doctor J E Stipp attended him and his condition remained serious.
Nathan P. Carter and David H. Morgan of Grand Central Traction Company say the Indianapolis to Evansville line will be built once additional right of way deeds are secured. The proposed Y shaped route would tap Evansville and reach Indianapolis and Terre Haute, with surveying done and stock not being floated. Officers include Whitney in Muncie as president Blickenstaff in Lafayette as vice president Morgan in Brazil as secretary and Carter in Indianapolis as treasurer. The line would pass through Trafalgar Nashville Bloomington Bedford Mitchell Orleans West Baden French Lick Jasper Duff and Evansville with a western arm to Terre Haute.
Master Mechanic Gallagher reports orders to overhaul engine 13 for immediate service on the Chicago Southern and Northern extension linking Terre Haute to Chicago. The restored No 13 will emit electric headlight rays and run with turbine power, ready by October 10. John R Walsh, president, has a deep bond with the engine.
A mail liner reports a remarkable bargain where a deal valued at 4100 was struck for just 35 cents. The bargain highlights frugal procurement tactics and the efficiency of mail transport networks.
A small 35 cent liner sold property valued at 4100 last Friday without any agent’s commission. The ad claims Marx Liners demonstrate everyday business efficiency and act as pilots of daily commerce.
Preparations are complete for the Seventh Annual State Convention of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Bloomington October 8 to 10. Noted visitors include Mrs. Charles Warren Fairbanks and state officers. Events include a chimes concert, picnics, a reception for dignitaries, a luncheon, and a banquet.
Sunday morning blaze in the Smith block on South I Street prompted firefighters to battle dense smoke. The fire originated in a rear room used by Lizzie Young with nearly all furniture burned, though the building sustained little damage. Miss Young was absent at the outbreak and could not explain the origin. this marked the fourth alarm in as many days, each in a dangerous area.
Strawberries ripen in Lafayette and Georgetown township north of New Albany but as the fruit is out of season growers cannot fetch profitable prices. Small yields and labor make shipments to Chicago and Indianapolis unprofitable, so berries go to waste while first growths fetched high prices earlier. Mrs. F. X. Johnson and Mrs. A. B. Hill return from Indianapolis after visiting the State Fair.
Bedford health officers report two diphtheria cases, Miss Pearl Matthes twenty and the fourteen year old Allen girl. The Smith and Allen homes are quarantined to prevent spread while anti toxin treatment is used.
Capt. John H. Weller of Louisville forms a committee to purchase the birthplace of Jefferson Davis at Fairview Todd County Kentucky for a memorial park. Gen Simon B Buckner leads with Capt George Norton Capt J T Gaines Thomas D Osborne and Capt S A Cunningham. Buckner to confer with Osborne in Louisville. Committee to receive suggestions and contributions.
The remains of Miss Goldie Bake who died Saturday of consumption were transported to Koleen for interment after a Sunday funeral at the family home. Local officials halted the B and B train at T and 8th streets to allow the six pallbearers and six young women to form the cortege, as Bedford Cut Stone Company's mill paused for 15 minutes out of respect. The parents, though poor, are held in esteem by the community.
Reymond Sparks aged 28 lies dying from a stomach wound after a Sunday evening shooting in a Sanders boarding house near Bloomington. Otis Allen aged 21 surrendered after shooting Sparks following an on porch argument about alleged remarks. Both men worked in the local quarry and were described as peaceful before this incident.
Vice President Fairbanks will speak on the Kentucky State Fair grand stand on Southern Indiana Day and be a guest of the fair. The push to secure his visit involved local officials, business leaders, and Southern Indiana editors, with Haut von Indiana day aimed at record attendance. Mr Heimberger, leading organizer, coordinated efforts across New Albany and Jeffersonville as part of Southern Indiana Day preparations.
A bright two year old girl named Virginia May fell from a bench on the lawn of her home Sunday and injured her wrist. She climbed onto the bench and lost her balance, causing a fracture in the bone. Her parents, Mr and Mrs Martin, reported the accident.
Jacob McVoy an employee of Bedford Stone Construction suffered a severe crush injury to the thumb of his right hand in a cog wheel accident on Monday.
James M Myers B and O patrolman on the Robinson line was injured at the Washington shops Thursday afternoon while waking to catch No 12. He jumped from a moving train, was bruised on face and hands, with a sprained left thumb. He remained stunned and will have soreness for weeks. Will Palmer said Linton air dome business boomed with over 1000 paid admissions Saturday. A marriage license was issued to Charles A Prow and Clara P Enoch of Mitchell.
Aylette Whitted, formerly living near Buddha, was hurt when he fell from a wagon loaded with wood Friday. He remains in a serious condition at his home east of the city.
Mrs. Beldora Burrell sues Oscar S. Brooke as receiver of the People's State Bank of Brownstown for $20,000 claiming she bought a bank draft and that the draft is a lien on bank funds. She asks the court to require full payment, arguing she is not a general creditor but a secured holder.
A two week revival at White River Baptist Church in Buddha concluded with twenty three baptisms and twenty seven conversions. Rev Frazier of Virginia led the effort, joined by Rev W P Carter of Alabama and Rev M L Harris of North Carolina. The revival drew large crowds to Indian Ford on White River and ended with four more conversions the final night.
A poem urges constant labor for money while omitting leisure. Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Pritchard and guest Mrs. M. A. Hawn visited a relative in Indiana polis and returned home. Squint Sidel faced a police court for intoxication, pled guilty, fined nine dollars plus costs, and jail in default of payment.
A narrator recalls a spoken moment asking a companion to inspect a hidden detail beneath a dress. The passage then shifts to playful rustic imagery of Saturday chores with walnut juice stains, dripping cider, a morning pig nip, and a billy goat enjoying cool autumn winds and a beard.
State ex rel. Anna Adelia Moore sues Rev. Ulysses G. Sutherlin of Silver Grove for paternity. Trial set in Harrison Circuit Court Corydon after venue change from New Albany. The child died nearly a year ago amid a background of prior murder acquittal for the minister.
Advertised letters for ladies and gentlemen. Names include Miss Bertha Pryor Miss Addie GENTLEMEN Cassel C B Fields N F George R M Hawkins Noah Johnson Gennie Potter Jack Walters Willey Persons calling for above letters please say advertised. S. L. Keach P. M.
The next attraction at the Opera House Bedford on Saturday Oct 5 features Eugene Moore’s dramatization of Mrs E D E N Southworth’s The Hidden Hand set in Old Virginia. The show promises humor and broad appeal for all ages with a meritorious company.
A hymn praises a fatherly figure whose warm heart and sunny face uplift during woes. Though sorrow surrounds him he remains steadfast, singing hope, finding courage, and continuing to work for the baby’s sake without ever giving up.
The teachers of Shawswick township hold an institute today at the city hall with all schools represented. County Superintendent Tirey presides over the meeting.
W. M. Lewis was appointed by Sheriff Box as turnkey at the Lawrence county jail. He began duties today, receiving a good substantial salary and is expected to be a capable officer.
The Stone City Opera House company bought a 2 by 180 foot strip of land west of the building from Dr. C. H. Emery. The purchase provides five extra feet of exit space for the opera house.
After fining Edward Neal for intoxication, he returned home and whipped his wife. Mayor Swayne of Shelbyville ordered Neal jailed in the city hall cellar and whipped, with police carrying out the sentence. Neal left crying after the punishment. Bailee L. Burtt expects a peach crop worth 3000 to 4000 dollars north of Jeffersonville, aided by thorough early-season spraying.
William Sacks reported twenty copperhead snakes in a den discovered last Wednesday near Polke township and killed them all including two large specimens. A local resident, Tommy Todd, had a copperhead bite recently and suffered illness for several days.
In Kosciusko County teachers at the annual institute passed resolutions calling the teaching of music in public schools a joke. They argue most teachers lack musical ability and ask the county board of education to remove music as a licensure and instruction requirement, leaving it to teacher discretion.
Mrs. Rob ert B. Ryan of White Plains keeps her son's embalmed body in the parlor rather than move it to a temporary grave until the family vault is finished. The 29 year old died of apoplexy, and the family plans to store the body at home for up to a year if needed. Nellie Berry, a visitor to Rev. J. Allinger's family, has returned home.
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