WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 1913 PELLAGRA PATIENT DIES William A. RUDDICK, who was afflicted with the new disease, pellagra, died at 6 o'clock Monday night at his home on South Walnut street. It became known that he was suffering from pellagra several weeks ago and a number of the local physicians watched the case carefully, but realized that it was in an advanced stage and that a cure was almost impossible.-Seymour Republican. AUSTRIAN BOY MEETS DEATH IN STONE QUARRY AT DARK HOLLOW To meet death in the quarry where he had hoped to amass a little horde of wealth with which to return to his own country, was the fate of John SUPER, a sixteen year old Austrian boy who landed in the United States three weeks ago. The boy was caught between a large stone and the ledge at the Consolidated quarry at Dark Hollow Saturday afternoon and was crushed so bad that he died Saturday ---- on his way to the hospital in the Hamer & Day ambulance. Following the turning over of a large cut of stone the boy stepped in behind the huge block recently pulled over and a large fragment, due to a dry seam, slid back, wedging him between it and the wall of the cut. He was crushed about the hips. It was impossible to tell the extent of his injuries for a little time and the ambulance was sent from this city to bring the boy to the City Hospital. Shortly after they had loaded him in the vehicle and when they had traveled only a little way towards this city he died. The body was brought in to the Hamer & Day funeral --- and prepared for burial Super has a brother who resides at Dark Hollow and works at the quarry. The funeral services were conducted from the Catholic church in this city Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Burial was at Green Hill. (paper deteriorated) AGED BANKER DIED SATURDAY Alfred GUTHRIE, One of the Best Known Men in County, Passed to Rest at Home. Feeble Health for Years Begun life as Poor Boy but Amassed Large Fortune by Diligent Work. Alfred GUTHRIE, born June 25th 1828. Died Saturday shortly before midnight June 7th, 1913, aged 84 years, 11 months and 12 days. The subject of this sketch was born in what is now Guthrie Township Lawrence County, Indiana, being the eldest of eight children, of Daniel and Lucy (WEDDLE) GUTHRIE. The father was a native of Lee County, Virginia, who when a lad, came with his father's family to what is now Lawrence county in June, 1811 and settled near Leesville. Alfred Guthrie was reared upon the farm and like "all" boys of the early settlers, without many advantages, hard, at work in the woods. His education, enough for the transaction of business, was obtained at the old subscription schools and by close application outside of school hours. On September 6th, 1849, he was married to Isabel A. HUBBARD and to them were born eight children, two dying in infancy, six growing to maturity and now living namely, Melvin T. GUTHRIE, of Tunnelton; Melvina who became the wife of the late James H. MALOTT, and now resides at Indianapolis; Lillie, wife of Dr. Frank COLYER, of Louisville, Ky., Carrie, wife of L.A. CRIM, of Indianapolis; Ella, wife of John D. MOOREHEAD, of Tunnelton; and Alfred H. GUTHRIE, of Nashville, Tenn. Mrs. Guthrie died at the old home mansion at Tunnelton, June 10th, 1890. Mr. Guthrie on April 1st, 1893, chose for his second wife Miss Isabel ISENHOWER, who survives him. To this union was born one son, Blaine. Mr. Guthrie had long been in feeble health, but by careful attention, care, watchfulness and good nursing on the part of his children, (one or more of them being almost constantly with him) and the kind and loving ministrations of his devoted wife his life was prolonged for many months, and his dying hours were calmed and soothed by the loving kindness of the wife and children, all of whom, save one (Homer) were with him at the final hour. Mr. Guthrie was one of Lawrence County's best men. He began life a poor boy, but by diligent work and a careful and close application to business, he accumulated a fortune. For more than half a century he conducted a general store at Tunnelton. This store had a wonderful trade for a country store and for years did a business of eighty to a hundred thousand dollars annually. Besides this mercantile business, Mr. Guthrie farmed on a large scale, owning some three thousand acres of land, all well stocked and carefully cultivated. He was a large stock holder in the Stone City Bank and for years was its president, but on account of his declining health he relinquished the office, but retained and held at the time of his death a position on the directorate of that institution. Some four years ago he gave to his seven children each a farm of two hundred or more acres. He was the second man to erect a house in what is now the industrious little town of Tunnelton and out of his own means he built the first railroad depot in the town, but in after years the railroad took the building over and paid him for it. He was a generous giver to the cause of Christianity and to one congregation in his home town he gave a house of worship and the ground upon which it stood. He was frequently called upon by his fellow citizens to take office and for two terms was County Commissioner and in 1877 represented the county in the lower house of the State Legislature and he brought the same good judgment and sterling qualities he exhibited in his private business to the administration of the affairs of these offices. He was a power for good in his neighborhood and his county as well. He was foremost in whatever was best and by word and sample too, the lead in furthering everything that would tend to advance his town , his county, state and country. The world is better because of him. He has left to his children a rich inheritance, the name, "an honest man." He was a good neighbor, a kind and affectionate husband and father, a generous wholesouled friend and all in all we shall not again soon, see his life. He will be sadly missed by the community and most of all by those with whom in life he was daily associated. If men are judged by the "deeds done in the body," if the acts and conduct of life are reviewed in the great hereafter, and judgment is to be pronounced thereon; then surely, Alfred Guthrie shall not fall "short of the glory," but will enter into the life everlasting and be forever at rest. Peace to his ashes, rest to his soul. The funeral of Alfred Guthrie took place at the late residence of the deceased at Tunnelton Tuesday, June 10, 1913, at 11 o'clock a.m. Burial was at the Tunnelton cemetery. Elder John Denny conducted the services. (picture) RELATIVES HERE Mrs. Jeanette WELLS, Head of Christian Woman's Board of Missions, Dies Sister of Tobe HERT Mrs. Jeanette HERT WELLS, wife of Frank WELLS, for many years active in literary and religious circles of Indianapolis, died at 6:20 o'clock last evening at her home, 2125 Park avenue. She had been suffering from Bright's disease and heart disease since last October. Mrs. Wells was born at Owensburg, Greene County, Ind., Sept. 24, 1867 and she and Mr. Wells were married in Bloomfield, Ind., March 8, 1894. Since then they have lived in Indianapolis. Mrs. Wells was a member of the Research Club and the Review Circle and had been identified with the state work of the Christian Woman's Board of Missions for the last eight or nine years. Since 1909 she had been president of the state organization. She also was a member of the national board of organization, and ______ the establishment of the College of Missions at Irvington. Mrs. Wells also was a member of the board of managers of the Indianapolis Y.W.C.A. In her capacity as state president of the C.W.B.M. she did a great deal of traveling throughout Indiana and had many friends in all parts of the state. She had been a member of the Central Christian church throughout her residence here and had been identified with the various activities of the congregation. In addition to her husband she is survived by two brothers, J.G. HERT, of Bloomfield, Ind., and A.T. HERT, of Louisville, Ky., and two sisters, Mrs. Alice FIELDS, of Bloomfield and Mrs. H.L. ARNOLD, of Los Angeles, Cal.-Indianapolis Star. Mrs. Wells was well known in this city, having been here in the interest of her missionary work and making many visits since a mere girl to relatives several cousins among whom are K.D. OWEN, Frank OWEN, George OWEN, Miss Tabetha GLOVER and Miss Myra OWEN. A.T. HERT, her brother and wife have been touring Europe and are on the ocean now enroute home. A message from James HERT to Miss Myra OWEN said the funeral services would be held Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock at Bloomfield. A number of the relatives and friends from this city will go to Bloomfield to attend the services. BY LIGHTNING Hunter Was Killed While In the Woods Hunting With Dog For Squirrels. Canine Was Faithful Jacob JONES, forty-eight years old, who lived near the county farm in the north part of Center township, Martin county, was killed by lightning while out hunting squirrels in the woods about two miles from his home. Taking his double barrel shotgun and game bag, and accompanied by his dog, Jones left home about 10 o'clock Thursday morning to stay in woods for the day. When he failed to return at night his family became alarmed and instituted a search for him. His dead body was found by his son and John CANNON, a neighbor, at about 8 o'clock in the evening. Dog Remained with Master After several hours in search of the missing man young JONES and CANNON were attracted by the barking of Jones' dog and following the sound, were led to the spot where the body was found in a reclining position at the foot of an overhanging cliff where he evidently had gone to seek shelter from a rainstorm. At his side stood his loaded shotgun and across his shoulder was slung his game bag containing a squirrel. A few feet away stood a tree the freshly splintered branches of which gave almost unmistakable evidence of the manner in which the unfortunate man had met his death. KILLED IN AUTO ACCIDENT Martinsville, Ind., June 5.-Lee THOMPSON, 22 years old, was killed this afternoon when the auto truck he was driving suddenly shot down a fifteen-foot embankment at the Thomas Hill, two and one-half miles east of this city. Thompson was thrown against a tree, the truck turning partly and pinning him down. Broken ribs on his left side penetrated the upper left lung and his chest was mashed in. He lived an hour. Archie Terhune, who was with Thompson suffered severe bruises and his left foot was broken. The young men had been to this city for a load of goods for the general store in Cope. The steering wheel and spark plug were out of order, but Thompson thought he could make the downgrade on the hill in safety. IN MEMORIAM Bedford High School Class of '13. Whereas, the grim reaper has visited this class and so suddenly gathered to himself our beloved president, Rowe TAYLOR, and Whereas, his father and mother have by his passing away lost an affectionate, obedient and ambitious son, etc. (long resolution signed by classmates) signed, Georgia J. DUBBER Harry RAGSDALE, Raymond WIBLE, Esther MAYER, Com. FUNERAL Of Tilden SMITH Whose Body Was Recovered Tuesday, Was Held Thursday. Accidental Drowning The funeral of Tilden SMITH, the Vallonia druggist whose body was recovered from White river early Tuesday morning, was held from the Methodist church of Vallonia Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock. The funeral will be largely attended by the relatives and friends of the young man from all over that section. The investigation made at the coroner's inquest held this afternoon at 1 o'clock, dispelled all probability of foul play. There were no bruises upon the head or body and all of Smith's valuables were found in his clothing. A diamond ring had not been disturbed and his pocketbook, containing $5 was in the pockets of his clothing. The grief stricken widow found much consolation in the fact that despite the three months the body was in the water the face looked natural. John BREWER, the young man who pulled the body from the drift, had been employed by the widow to search the river for the body of her husband. In addition, to the stipulated wages he was to receive the reward. It was understood at Vallonia today that Willie SCHOOLEY, the twelve year old boy who was assisting Brewer in the search, will receive $200 of the reward, while Brewer will receive $300. The coroner's verdict, which was returned at 2:30 o'clock Wednesday, was to the effect that death was due to accidental drowning. The latest victim of Cupid is Miss Jessie ARNEY, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Henry ARNEY, of Oolitic. The young lady was Tuesday afternoon married by Justice of Peace ISEMINGER to Mr. Wesley FIGGINS, a popular young man of Linton. John DENTON, Son Of Former Bedford Pastor, Married To Miss Margaret ROBERTS. Mr. And Mrs. Cornelius T. ROBERTS announce the marriage of their daughter, Margaret Hilton to Mr. John Allen DENTON, Wednesday the fourth of June 1913 at Troy, N.Y. FUNERAL Of Mrs. Jeanette WELLS Attended By Large Number of Bedford Relatives and Friends. At Bloomfield Wednesday A large number of the relatives and friends of Mrs. Jeanette WELLS, who died at her home in Indianapolis Sunday evening went to Bloomfield Wednesday to attend the funeral which was held there at 11 0'clock this forenoon. Mrs. Wells was a sister of Tobe HERT and was well known in this city where she had often visited. The Indianapolis Star says: "A short funeral service for Mrs. Jeanette HERT WELLS, 46 years old, wife of Frank E. WELLS, traveling agent, was held at the Wells home, 2125 Park Avenue, yesterday afternoon. The Rev. Allan B. PHILPUTT, of the Central Christian church, conducted the service. He will also deliver the funeral address at the Christian church in Bloomfield, Ind., at 11 o'clock this morning preceding burial there. Mrs. Wells was prominent in local and state religious work. She had been connected with the Christian woman's board of missions for nine years and in 1909 was president of the state organization. She was instrumental in the establishment of the College of Missions in Irvington. She was a member of the Research Club and the Review Circle. Mrs. Wells was born in Owensburg, Greene County, Indiana. She and her husband came to Indianapolis twenty years ago." On Stage Bedford Woman is Married To Dancer in Washington, Ind., Amusement Place. Was a Domestic Here Washington, Ind., June 6.-To be married before an audience of 1,500, with a man dressed in woman's clothes acting as her bridesmaid, was the experience of Miss Larkie Lueanna BALL, of Bedford, when she was married on the stage of a Washington amusement place, to Richard YARYAN, of Indianapolis, a dancer with a specialty company, which played a three night's engagement here. Miss Ball came from Bedford Monday with her mother, to carry out the plans of the marriage. As there was no woman member of the company, a female impersonator was induced to play the part of the bridesmaid. "She" attracted as much attention as the bride. The couple marched from a hotel to the stage to the strain of the Lohengrin wedding march played by the company's musician and John W. MCCARTY, the mayor, left an adjourned meeting of the city council, in the charge of Councilman ALLEN, long enough to marry the couple, but he forgot to kiss the bride. 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