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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1904
Page
1
A quarter tone tribute in the RECORD honors Uncle John Bilger, a long time Silver Lake resident who came from Washingtonville Ohio in 1872. He sold out his business, now tends his farm west of town, oversees local property interests, and benefits from outdoor activity which has extended his life. He remains less active than in the past.
The article recalls Uncle John Bilger, a longtime carpenter and hardware dealer in Silver Lake. He worked the trade for two years after arriving, ran farm machinery and coal supply ventures, and owned hardware from 1860 until 1899. At 72, he remains active in church work and greets every community member with friendliness, promising many more years of presence.
Russell Leonard, a boy known for sleeping outdoors, says he plans to move his sleeping place and return to Anderson after several months visiting his people here. The RECORD office will miss his healthy glow and daily visits.
Mr. Ed Whipple and his wife and child arrived last Friday from Gering Nebraska. Mrs. Whipple is the daughter of Mr and Mrs George Keasler formerly of this place. Mr Whipple is a prominent Scotts Bluff County citizen who served two terms as County Treasurer. The Whipples are guests at the Henry Paulus home while in town and will visit relatives in the area.
Newton Getty resigns from the meat market after years of reliable service. He plans to join T. C. McClure in livestock handling. Jacob Zimmerman returns to fill the vacancy, having previously served in the market.
Colbert and Son abandon plans to relocate their merchandise from Silver Lake and will continue serving customers at the old stand. They judged Silver Lake still the better place after careful consideration.
Through L L Kemper we learn Edna and Ralph Wiltrout are engaged to perform part of the Musical program of the Northern Indiana Teachers Association in Warsaw on April 6 and 7. The note expresses pride in local talent and confidence they will acquit themselves creditably.
Reverend Kain, a Lutheran pastor from Bristol, was forced to return home due to a disabled limb. An accidental hammer blow weeks ago caused increasing pain and suffering, leading him to suspend engagements until he recovers.
The State Board of Health recommends teachers perform methodical eye and ear examinations of school children and will issue a circular with instructions. The simple method lets teachers quickly decide if a child has eye or ear trouble. It also suggests teachers smell breath to detect tobacco use or chewing habits.
A humorous verse dreams of a future Panama Canal and the surge of Panama hats to honor the grand waterway. The speaker muses on plans already discussed by thinkers and hints at personal payoff, offering a playful reflection on the canal’s imagined impact.
On January 29 a sled train of town ladies gathered for a comfort knotting at Thacker's lodge one mile east of town. They shared a hearty dinner and returned home declaring no supper was needed. Attendants included Mesdames Self Hively Carter Zoda Fitton McClure Bowen Dickey Leckront Amies Flavien Shipley Converse Pearson Getty Dradge Adaddell Hammon Otter and Miss Orpha McClure Frank Carter Mildred Flav.
Silver Leaf Lodge No. 496 D of R with Claypol Lodge D of R initiated seven new members at their regular meeting Thursday evening. A substantial supper followed and the event was described as a night of fraternal and racial pleasure for all attendees.
The Silver Lake Schools reopened last Monday after a three week measles vacation. No. 6 school had been closed three weeks and No 7 two weeks. both will reopen next week.
As 1904 begins, the Louisiana Purchase Exposition nears completion with exhibits and grounds taking shape. cranes, rails, gun deck, and palace interiors advance while transportation and freight networks expand to handle expected rushes.
The public notice confirms the December 27 1903 marriage of Albert W Butler of Manchester Michigan to Amy Sherbondy of Albion Indiana. The couple wed at Rev G T Butler’s home with few friends present. Butler is connected with a Michigan cement plant while Sherbondy teaches in local schools. Mrs Butler plans to finish the term.
Mr. John Grossnickle of North Manchester and Miss Myrtly Robertson of Silver Lake were wed Thursday night at the First Methodist parsonage in Wabash. Rev Kemper officiated in a simple ceremony. The couple, now residents of Nebraska, plan to farm after Mr. Grossnickle purchased land there.
Notice is given of a meeting at the R. of P. hall at 7 o clock PM February 22 for electing one trustee to serve three years from January 1, 1904. J J Bascock K of R & 8 Silver Lake February 9 1904.
The stave factory halted briefly due to high water from rain and snowmelt. Mr. Donaldson has seized the winter roads to stockpile about 100000 feet of dolta locally and an equal amount at Warsaw, ready for shipment when needed.
The Warsaw Grange completed the Grange Lodge at the locality last Thursday evening. About 36 members from Warsaw and several from Claypool Grange arrived on the 3:55 p.m. train to initiate candidates and install officers. The lodge began with 18 ladies and 45 gentlemen. State organizer W. J. Banks attended and praised the effort. Supper by the U. B. Aid Society fed about 90 attendees. The event was enjoyed by all.
James Decker and wife along with Mr Deweese visited Logansport on Wednesday to see Mrs Deweese whose condition remains very serious. Thursday morning reports indicate she is in a discouraging state, very emaciated and weak though mentally alert. Home return is planned if possible within a few days.
Prof Adaddell arranges with Prof C W Harlan to present a high order entertainment here for the School Library benefit on the 17 list. He is well recommended and known to Adaddell. Admission is 20 cents.
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