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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1919
Page
1
A South Whitley coal project proved unsuccessful as machines return to Terre Haute. Investigations found only chip coal or glacial drift and a second bore hit quicksand, quashing plans though a vein might exist further down. The setback disappoints locals amid a coal strike.
The J. A. Ramsey family moved into the Mrs. Hively property on North Jefferson street for the first part of the week and will stay there until other arrangements are made, most likely continuing through spring.
A large crowd watched the local team defeat the Sidney squad 46 to 8 Friday night. The home side played well while Sidney had difficulty scoring and kept fighting throughout the game.
Trustee reports in the Charles Raker estate show creditors will likely receive around 12 cents on the dollar. Claims total $45,435, with $15,553 from sales of real estate and personal property. mortgages and preferred claims reduce available funds to $8,396 while Raker serves a prison term.
A notice encourages using the Record office to apply for hunting licenses, promising convenience and protection by avoiding a trip to the county seat.
Report says Mexico could quickly mobilize additional warplanes and skilled pilots in a crisis, alarming Texas residents who fear possible Mexican bombing attacks.
Reverend O B Wells preached in South Whitley on Sunday substituting for Rev Niceodemus who was engaged in a meeting at another point.
Workmen last week enlarged the basement at the South Pleasant church three miles south of here. They poured concrete walls under the church and installed a new furnace to replace the old one that had served for many years.
Pupils of the lower grades will present "A Christmas Dream" on Christmas Eve in the high school assembly room at 7 o clock. The play features Sleepy heads Christmas Puddings Fairies Jack Frost the Sandman and other characters. Admission is free and seating is reserved for parents.
Mrs Cook reported Mr Myers progressing well after a stroke though he remains unable to get about the home. His general health appears good aside from lingering effects on the left side.
A local meat market processed several hogs last Thursday with one standout specimen weighing five hundred ten pounds. The animal belonged to Scott Clayton who resides south of town.
Promote feeding practices highlighting cotton seed meal as a protein supplement for dairy cows. Farmers advised to consider quality, supply and cost while evaluating impact on milk production and animal health.
John Summe Jr. suffered internal injuries from a fall on an icy walk several days ago. He remained in bed at his uncle’s home until yesterday when his father moved him to his home in Gas City.
A historical note laments boys avoiding coal hauling duties while mothers and babies suffer cold, criticizing quarreling over work despite ample coal in Uncle Sam's cellar. The piece reflects social tension during wartime labor shortages and public duty.
A reflective year end column bids readers bid farewell to 1919 and greet 1920 with hope. It notes both shadows and sunshine, urging kindness, bravery in adversity, and cherishing memories while embracing the new year.
World War veterans are entitled to a complete clothing outfit. Those without full gear can obtain missing items by writing to the Washington representative, who will supply a blank application.
The issue notes a literary program by a high school society to be held this Saturday evening. It promises a worthwhile event and anticipates a large attendance.
The next meeting of the Silver Lake Detective Association will be held in the town hall on Wednesday evening January 7, 1920. All members should arrange to attend.
Edward Leiter, 24, ex-soldier near Mentone, recently discharged after long Mexican border service, was found insane at a Warsaw inquest. He became violent Sunday and had to be restrained at the county jail. The coroner recommended hospital treatment at Longcliff.
Mrs. Mattie Horne widow of Fred Horne visited relatives Sunday and Monday. She has completed nurse training, earned a diploma, and will report for duty in Toledo Ohio shortly.
Harmon Drudge has purchased the dray line from his son Albert and will conduct the business at his place west of town on Saturday. He also bought the livery barn and dwelling north of town and plans to move to town once Albert finds a new place, likely in early spring.
The final report of the Department of Agriculture shows 1919 farm crop value at 14 092 740 000 dollars based on December 1 prices, surpassing all previous records and exceeding the revised 1918 figure of 12 600 526 000 by 1 492 214 000 dollars.
Indiana coal miners returned to work on Monday after weeks of idleness as nearly all mines resumed operations. The move ends a prolonged stoppage affecting the state’s mining districts and workers.
An anxious public awaited yesterday morning amid prophecies of the end of the world. Despite doom rumors the old world endures, its morale low but the globe continues to evolve as it has for years gone by.
A harsh stretch of winter has slowed farm work with farmers able to cut wood during brief lulls. The past weeks have been snug and not as severe as feared, offering a quiet period for needed chores.
The Silver Lake board of trustees will hold a regular session tomorrow Friday. The meeting will be the last for the old board and T. C. McClure, newly elected trustee of the 38th ward, will be sworn in at high noon on January 1.
Adrian Maurer, who has worked in Detroit for several months, arrived for a visit with his father E. E. Maurer and friends. It is understood he holds a good position with excellent compensation.
Claud Bashore, buyer of the Ramsey place north of town, has four large chicken houses completed housing fifty hens each. He finished an incubator cellar and plans to install a large incubator. He will run about a thousand hens for the next winter, aiming for a strong layer flock.
The REcorp office now offers ready data for Secretary of State auto license applications. Staff can fill out blanks and assist with required information at any time.
E. L. Scott Furniture Co advertises a compact catalog of items and early buys. The note emphasizes limited offerings and prompt selection from a local furniture shop.
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