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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1922
Page
1
Work on the street advances with curbing laid west of the public square last week and eastward this week. About four thousand feet of curb are in place and cement work should finish soon, as stone paving awaits shipment. The road to the depot is closed with detours forcing pedestrians to walk or detour around a one mile south, one mile east, one mile north and a half mile west route to reach the railroad.
Eugene Smith his wife and son return to their home in Piqua Ohio after a week’s visit here with his grandfather Samuel Smith and wife and other relatives.
Mentone hosts a three day homecoming with events Thursday Friday and Saturday. A strong program and large crowd are expected with free street acts balloon ascension and nightly fireworks displays.
Scott Clayton traveled to Flint Michigan for examination and treatment seeking relief after a year of failing health. He was accompanied by his wife and son Samuel and they likely will remain in Flint for a couple of weeks.
Last Sunday morning two autos collided at a road crossing in Laketon injuring several occupants. The large auto carried Rev. Charles and family including a wife and son, Mrs. Jenkes Shelly, Ward Comer, and John Kosher. A Pel occupied by Mr and Mrs Hamilton also sustained injuries.
Two individuals tied the knot in Dakota territory in a small ceremony, as reported by local pages. Details of the couple and exact location were limited in the fragment.
A Winona Lake garage owner notes business very good with mechanics kept busy as a family man at home on Sunday. The report highlights strong local demand and active service work in the area.
W. E. Wood, long resident of the Danville soldiers home, has returned after several weeks away. He traveled through Iowa and visited in Goshen and Elkhart before resuming his return to the Danville facility.
Here From Illinois Herman Bruce and son Fred and Lewis Fellingham of Morris visited the Ira Porter home west of town. Porter had worked at the Fellingham home when he was fifteen and the men are warm friends.
The Metzger family will hold its annual reunion Saturday September 2 at the James Beigh farm south of Sidney. A large turnout is expected as relatives gather for the event.
After inspecting Hale Ford and Howe Ford triple combination engines, Silver Lake officials chose a Howe-Ford vehicle with Triplex Piston pump. Demonstrations showed the rotary Hale Ford pump failed under heavy stress, while the Howe Ford pumped water to three streams fifty feet over the town hall steeple.
Mrs. L. C. Henry, with son Mervel and daughter Anna, returned home Sunday after a week in Chicago visiting at the J. H. Vaughn home.
A large local crowd gathers Monday evening to hear the lecture by W. J. Bryan. The distinguished orator delivered noteworthy thoughts during the event in Winona.
Miss Ottie Price who had an operation in a Warsaw hospital several weeks ago is recovering at her home northwest of town and able to be about the house.
Jacob Poorman of Lancaster Ohio arrived Monday for a several days visit with the Leckrone families. He is Emanuel Leckrone's brother in law and this marks his first trip to Indiana in nearly five decades. He was joined by his nephew Oliver Poorman on the journey.
After several months away due to poor health Miss Freda Tucker visited town Tuesday afternoon. She had been confined to her home southeast of town for treatment but has since gained weight and now looks as stout as ever.
The Hill Reunion will be held at Winona Lake on Thursday August 31 with preparations underway to entertain a larger crowd. Hills families are scattered across northern Indiana and a large representation is expected.
The Taylor and Sattler families with Mrs Smalley and Miss Helen Bement of Mount Vernon Ohio hosted guests last Sunday at a Yellow Creek lake cottage. Attendees included Willy Hill and Fred Bement of Goshen Kemper and Everett Ferree of Chicago A Metzger and wife W F Ebert and wife and Francis Rager and family.
About sixty Homman family members gathered at Myritle Glenn park for their first reunion. The event on Tuesday featured a pleasant afternoon program with attendees from Warsaw Elkhart Argos Ohio City and the local area.
Members of the Mazda Clas of the M. E. Sunday School enjoyed a picnic last Sunday at the G. 7 Littler home three miles south of town. The outing was reported as very enjoyable with good weather and company.
A mid morning crowd watched as a Howe Ford pump with a Triplex piston and a copper chemical tank attempted to draw from the well in front of the fire station. The pump stalled after sand and gravel clogged the unit, forcing the driver to retreat from Silver Lake. The Obenchain Boyer truck backed off after failing to proceed.
Glen Switzer has been in an Indianapolis hospital for several weeks and is progressing well after a severe injury in March when a log crushed him. He was treated in Warsaw for months and later at home southwest of town before going back to the city hospital for potential remedies.
The Newton County reunion plans to gather local residents at Myrtie-Gienn Park on Sunday. Organizers invite all county residents to attend and celebrate community ties in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Citizens must register to vote in November with two registration days set for September 9 and October 9. Registration venues will operate in all voting precincts with two clerks per site, one Republican and one Democrat. In Lake township north precinct the clerks are Mrs Frances Frye and Miss Chloe Honey. In the south precinct the clerks are Mrs Miola Kissinger and Mrs Edith Ferverda.
A local costume and carnival dance feature highlights performances by the Thing, Staines Melody Boys, with attendees enjoying colorful outfits and musical acts. The event showcases community talent and festive entertainment.
Report notes an accident four miles south of town involving the Ed Tyner car from Laketon and the William Rostiser car from South Bend. The South Bend driver was claimed intoxicated and fined $25 plus costs in Mayor Wilson's court at Wabash.
Warner Gill, employed in Chicago, went there last Sunday and plans to stay long term after securing employment in the city.
Mr and Mrs Wilford Oldfather spent several days in Ohio visiting relatives and attending the Oldfather reunion at Farmersville. His grandfather emigrated from the county to Indiana in early days and Wilford learned many residents remembered him from that community.
Here From Ohio J. P. Hamman visits with his daughter Mrs. E. A. Franks and husband and relatives. He came to attend the reunion which was held Tuesday.
Mrs. Fred McKown was brought home from the Rochester hospital Tuesday afternoon after a week there. It was believed an operation might be performed but the operation was dispensed with and she is now getting along very well.
The Kosciusko County Teachers Institute will meet in Warsaw in the circuit court room next week with Superintendent Jesse Bruner and expert instructors. Devotional services will be led by Revs. Grubbs Hull Hamilton Croxhall Thomas. Trustees Day is emphasized and attendance is urged for all teachers and school enthusiasts. The county schools outside Warsaw begin Monday September 4.
Members of the Samuel and William Leffel families hold a reunion and picnic at the lake. A large gathering enjoyed a sumptuous basket dinner as the main feature of the meeting.
Carl Hanson, resident north of this place, recently bought the Packerton garage and plans to move his family there soon. He has been running two prosperous businesses since taking possession last week and reports indicate continued growth.
Joseph Tridle, who had stayed with relatives around Silver Lake and other nearby areas for weeks, left for Nebraska City last week. He had not been back to Indiana for nearly forty years and noted many changes and unfamiliar faces.
State game wardens arrested 270 people in July for fish and game violations. Convictions totaled 260 with fines and costs about 4 885. 00. Major offense was taking out of season 139 arrests. Other offenses included hunting without license 64 and undersized bass 14.
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