What Stocktonites Were Doing 98 Years Ago
Jack Glynn of the Glynn Detective Agency of Leavenworth with one of his assistants, county attorney Farrish and county sheriff Gilbert held an investigation in Plainville in which sixteen parties were questioned concerning the death of George Bedard. The Glynn Detective Agency has had several of its best detectives working on this case for over three weeks, and the investigation held last week brought out a chain of events which brought considerable light upon what so far has been a deep mystery. The Glynn Detective Agency will continue working on the case as it develops. During the investigation there were several new parties who were withholding information relative to the whereabouts of George Bedard on the afternoon and evening of the day he was killed.
Frank Lisle, one of the pioneers of Rooks County, passed away while sitting in the W. H. Keilholtz Shoe Shop. Mr. Lisle and William Arrington had just returned from Osborne where they had taken some men to work in the harvest. Stopping in front of Mr. Keilhotz’s shop, both gentlemen entered the shop, Mr. Lisle taking a chair at the doorway and Mr. Arrington stepping into the rear of the shop for a drink of water. Mr. Lisle made a remark to Mr.Keilhotz saying, “This is quite a trip for me at my age.” Mr. Keilholtz turned from his work and started to give an answer when he saw Mr. Lisle’s head topple backwards against the wall and life was extinct. Death had taken him in a very few seconds. Frank Lisle came to this county in the 1870s. He saw this country built from barren plains to towns and community. His wife passed away only a few months ago.
Last week, a tractor being driven by Dick Maddy, plunged off a bridge about thee miles southwest of Stockton. Mr. Maddy and others were grading the road in the township. In attempting to cross this bridge, or perhaps it might be better known as the Daok Cattle Chute, the approach and supports gave way, causing the rear wheels to skid, plunging the tractor to the creek bottom, a distance of ten feet. Everything happened so quickly that Mr. Maddy did not have time to jump and went down with the machine. A large tree in the path of the falling tractor prevented it from turning over, thus preventing any injury to Mr. Maddy. The tractor was damaged to the extent of about $25.00.
The expression recital by Miss Ethel Bell Smith, “Come Out of the Kitchen,” given at the high school auditorium was very favorably received. The audience was very delightfully entertained by Miss Smith. She showed her talent in her ability to interpret such a wide range of characters. She is to be congratulated, indeed. The male quartette consisting of H. G. Eades, J. Earl Farrish, Dr. E. C. Swigart and E. F. Vallette, charmed the audience with two very excellent songs. This entertainment given under the auspices of the Civic League did not come up to expectations in receipts, yet was greatly appreciated by the audience.
If Dr. Hess’ Fly Chaser don’t keep the flies off of your horses for a satisfactory length of time, we will refund your money. Sold only at Hamilton’s Drug Store.
Chas. Riseley had the misfortune of running a large, rusty nail into his right foot several days ago, and which has been giving him considerable pain and trouble.
Rev. Bridwell took his daughter, Miss Bessie, to Natoma where she boarded the train for Salina. Miss Bessie will enter the hospital there to take nurse training.
Endsley Jones of Norton was in Stockton this week. Mr. Jones is district superintendent for the United Telephone Company and was giving the local office the “once over.” He found affairs in pretty good shape.
H. C. Sweet was elected to fill the vacancy of the Library Board caused by the death of the late J. A. Maris. O. S. Elvin was elected to succeed A. C. Gillilan, who resigned and is now caretaker of the lawn.
A quiet wedding occurred at the country home of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Reed soon after the sun had passed its meridian height. F. M. McDonald, officiating minister, united their daughter, Evelyn B., in holy wedlock to Earl C. Drotts. Both of these young people have been reared in their communities and are well known and respected. The best wishes of all accompany the in their new relationship. The happy young couple left via auto for a tour of the west, planning to visit the principal points of interest in Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Utah and possibly California.
Evan Hebrew says he is alone and baching. Mrs. Hebrew has gone to the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Brumit, who is quite sick and his son, Lewis, is at the home of a sister, Mrs. George DeBey in Agra.
