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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1908
Page
1
Myron Landis mails a communication from his North Dakota home to the Record, offering observations and commentary about life in the Northwest. The piece frames regional perspectives, reflecting on local conditions and public sentiment.
The report describes a harsh blizzard the worst in years across the Carrington area, with wet ground and heavy drifting. It notes poor travel conditions, interrupted communications, and mentions crop yields in nearby regions, including wheat and oats figures.
State Roofing always in stock and cheaper than you will pay elsewhere. We put it on too. See us. Claypool Lumber & Coal Co.
Goldsmith. & Boots. offers children’s suits in current patterns at affordable prices, inviting shoppers to update wardrobes with fashionable, budget friendly options.
At the annual Warsaw meeting the Kosciusko County Farmers Mutual Insurance company re elected all officers and directors for the ensuing year. Reports from officers were received and filed with a note that the secretary reported an unusual number of lies during the past year due to the drought.
A seasonal note suggests sending a ReconD for a year to distant relatives as a meaningful gift. The idea promises ongoing blessings for the sender and a lasting, considerate gesture for the recipient.
A crowd of 28 youths gathered Monday evening at the F. Rown Brown home west of town to celebrate Royal Brown’s 11th birthday. They enjoyed a fine time and departed late. Royal received a gold watch and chain from his parents and grandparents.
Irvin J. Meek of New Providence Iowa arrived December 2 and met his brother James A. Meek after 26 years apart. The reunion stunned both men as they learned of a serious condition awaiting James, deeply affecting Irvin on arrival.
Levi Fikeberry recently relocated his household to a new farm near Rean after trading his previous farm located two and a half miles southeast of town. The move occurred last week as the family settled into the new residence.
A New York daily article is reprinted praising a mix of Fluid Extract Dandelion one half ounce Compound Karyon one ounce Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla three ounces. Shake and take a teaspoonful after meals and at night. A local druggist says ingredients are harmless and inexpensive and may help cleanse the kidneys and eliminate toxins.
Charles Smith on the Charles Lingzs farm south of Rose Till was struck in the mouth by a stick while adjusting a corn shredder Tuesday afternoon. He lost part of his lower lip two upper teeth and jaw bone with stitches needed. Dr Cary attended.
The M. E. aid society met with Grandma Wiltout on December 1. Dainty refreshments were served and enjoyed. Next meeting will be with Mrs. Jaques on December 15. All are invited. A good program will be rendered. The society is busy with sewing and ready to take in more helpers.
Henry Rager and Hiram Haney completed painting varnish ing frescoing and graining at the Flora hotel last Friday. The floors are painted and grained except the dining room which will receive linoleum. Rugs replace carpets to improve sanitary conditions.
The Lodge of Modern Woodmen held a Tuesday evening gathering with a banquet for members in attendance. Attendees reported a good time and enjoyment by all present.
Mrs. E. E. Martindale of this place and Mrs. J. T. Dickey of Warsaw closed a series of revival meetings at Tippecanoe last Friday evening. The event marked over forty conversions and strong sustained interest throughout.
Emanuel Leckron of Stonington Colorado writes to the Record from his Colorado home. He expects to return to Silver Lake in May and will resume payment then. He notes heavy recent snow six inches with lingering ground cover and varying weather from sunny to cloudy.
There is no such paint as Devues and it has withstood the weather for 150 years and has never been beaten by any paint firm. Sold only by Claypool Lumber & Coal Co.
The program for the fourth institute takes place at the building in Silver Lake on December 12. Officials invite attendance from residents and local groups seeking educational lectures and demonstrations.
A neighbor urges subscribing to the Silver Lake Record as the paper remains in high demand. The caller notes a reluctance to lend the paper or leave it out when it is desired, implying a push for timely subscription.
Philip Hill and his family, previously living three miles south of town, moved to Logansport last week where Mr. Hill is employed in the railroad shops.
Hunters on the Thames farm near Wakarusa uncovered two bushels of first class mail most of which had been opened. Letters posted in Michigan towns were destined to distant points. Money orders checks and valuables were taken. the mail theft appears to have only extracted money. The case was referred to the post office department and an inspector will be sent to Wakarusa to investigate the transfer of the mail.
Harry McCrea of Wabash formerly connected with his father James E. McCrea in the Citizens Bank died by his own hand with a revolver at the Great Northern hotel in Chicago Tuesday night.
Report of the high school for the third month ending December 5 lists top seniors Beulah Martindale and Harry Way with 91.6 and 91.6, Emery Montel 89, juniors Hugh Snyder 90.4 Wilbur Miller 98, and others by class. Report cards are issued per room monthly and must be reviewed and signed by parents.
Myron Landis writes about buying 285 acres six miles from Barlow in North Dakota, plans to stay a year, expects three fourths of crops locally, and rents the new farm at half value. He closes with well wishes and regards.
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