10 Feb 1916
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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1916
Page
1
An accident at a farm east of here left a man thrown from a load of fodder. He is recovering and expected to be up and around soon, with officials noting he is making good progress.
Miss Fern Gall who had worked at a west end Manchester restaurant for several weeks resigned her position last Friday and was snowbound at her home south of town.
Johnson returned home Thursday from West Jefferson Ohio where she had visited her mother Mrs Margaret and stayed with her sisters Mrs John Jaboe and family in Springfield Mrs John Copelan and family of ath Vienne Ubio.
Kosciusko County Health Officer report for January lists measles 40 cases scarlet fever 4 diphtheria 1 tuberculosis 1 births 31 deaths 19. The summary reflects local disease totals and birth and death counts for the month.
The article notes Fermany once led valentine production and since the war Ferican manufacturers dominate global trade. It previews a special illustrated feature in the Recorp describing U S valentines manufacture and invites interest.
Preaching services will be held at the U B church this place Sunday noon followed by communion. All are invited.
A Pierceton resident recalls meeting Mr and Mrs Carter during a winter stay in St Petersburg Florida The writer notes C F Guy of Pierce Ho spending the season in St burg and mentions a letter to the paper and a forgotten name in the encounter with the couple
A group of young boys and girls caused disruption during Sunday evening services at the U B church. Names of the offenders are available and will be published if the behavior repeats.
Off duty Archie Lowman who worked on a dredge west of Mentone for several months came home last Saturday to stay with his parents for a time.
A Methodist church measuring party at the James Decker home last Thursday drew a large crowd. An interesting program was enjoyed as donations ranged from 10 cents to 5 dollars, totaling 100.22 to be placed in the church treasury for church purposes. The society thanks all donors.
The Farmers Elevator Company awarded a contract yesterday to N M Frantz and Addison Grist for the erection of an elevator building at Packerton. Work will begin as soon as the weather permits.
Gov Ralston by proclamation names February 2 as Indiana Products Day and urges Centennial banquets statewide featuring only products grown or manufactured in Indiana. The proposal also covers social and family dinners on that day.
Mentone high school edged Silver Lake with a 36 to 10 lead at halftime, as Mentone won the Friday evening basketball game on their home court. The Silver Lake squad traveled to Mentone for the contest and could not close the margin in the second half.
Pierre Underhill once employed in Wabash fell ill Tuesday with grippe that affected a limb. His father G. D. Underhill traveled to Wabash, brought him home by night train, and Pierre has been gaining strength and expects to return to work soon.
Otis Isley found his car would not run due to an empty gas tank. After hiring Ed Dickerhoff to tow it to town, mechanic Mr. Helser filled the tank and the engine started, letting Isley continue homeward without further trouble.
Jim Watson delivered an address to a large audience at the Eagles theatre in Wabash. A special Big Four train started from this place and stopped along the line to pick up passengers. Thirty five rode the trip and all reported a very fine time, with the homeward journey the most enjoyable part.
E M Snoke is laid up after a horse in his shop stumbled. While Edward Snoke was shoeing the horse, it fell and struck his right ankle, causing swelling and pain and forcing him to stay home for about fifty days.
Embroidery club members were entertained at Mrs Mable Summe's home last Friday afternoon. S T club members visited Miss Edna Jontz's home Friday evening. M E church aid society met at Mrs Hugh Bowens home yesterday afternoon. Miss Close Haney hosted friends Friday evening. Victoria reading club met at the Fergerde home Monday evening.
On a Saturday evening a double birthday supper was held at the Solomon Leckrone home southeast of town honoring Mrs Leckrone and Samuel Bashore whose birthdays fall on the same day. Thirteen guests attended and a fine three course meal was served.
Sunday visitors were entertained at the home of R. Budd Jontz and sister Ethel Jontz southwest of town. Also at the H L Oldfather home west of town Minnie Whittle Lizzie Adams and Lucile Valentine enjoyed a pleasant visit last Sunday.
Elizabeth and Helene Bashore of Salisbury Maryland are guests for a two week visit with Mr and Mrs Samuel Bashore south of town.
The annual farmers institute of Henry township in Fulton county will be held in Akron’s opera house on Tuesday and Wednesday February 15 and 16. An excellent program has been arranged for the occasion.
Four births reported in Warsaw and surroundings. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Sprigg welcomed an 8 pound girl named Sarah Marie last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Tullis near town welcomed a baby boy Friday night. both families report all well as the stork makes rounds.
A teachers institute schedule is listed for Saturday at the high school with sessions on Indiana History Geography and American topics. The program includes opening exercises, readings of minutes, subject selections, and miscellaneous dismissals with intermissions and various speakers. Promotion of 1915 coats and tailored suits is noted by Richardson Dry Goods Co.
Mr and Mrs Everett Jontz welcome a baby boy born last Friday night. All parties are doing well. The family now has two children, a girl and a boy, who will grow up cherishing their parents.
A seven pound son named Kenneth Lavoy arrived at the home of Mr and Mrs Joseph Little near Rose Hill on Friday night. All are progressing well except Mr Little who is expected to recover from a stroke.
The notice states David Mishler will appear Wednesday at high noon at the home of Rev. Seed Mishler in North. The brief item places the event at a residence tied to Rev. Seed Mishler and names David Mishler as principal participant.
Purdue University will conduct County Road Schools in three northern counties with sessions in Auburn February 10, Wabash February 11, and Ft Wayne February 12. The events aim to improve local road practices and governance.
The P E Whitmyer family now in Elkhart will soon relocate to a four farm near Bancrofts Michigan. Mr Whitmyer has been employed in railroad shops at Elkhart for years and recently the text ends abruptly.
A letter from George Ayers of Warren County near West Lebanon says his family is well despite colds. He reports tending 40 small pigs, 18 horses and mules, 12 cattle, feeding 1000 bushels annually, and raising 6000 bushels of top quality corn last year. He plans 200 acres of corn and 230 acres of oats with substantial hay, staying very busy and often sleep-deprived.
The Metropolitan Lyceum Stars performed a highly satisfying fourth program before a full house. Each member is a star with wide versatility and rapid exchanges, delivering a varied, engaging program that leaves nothing to criticize and justifies the price of a season ticket.
A timely illustrated feature previews Lincoln's life with sympathetic treatment. Readers will gain insight into the life of the first martyred president through a period piece in the RECORD.
The Royal Oaks class at Center Sunday will host a 210 oyster supper at the Hines School House Center church on Saturday evening February 12. Proceeds go to charity. Everyone is cordially invited.
A brief note mentions a fine line of Farniebings offered at drices that will attract attention, with Downing and Claypool noted in association.
A brief item notes the Pleasant Hustlers returning home south of town on Friday evening with no further details available.
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