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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1918
Page
13
Internal remedy that acts on blood and mucous surfaces claims to cure catarrh. Includes offer for testimonials and lists F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation and mentions druggists price 75a.
A vintage health warning promotes Grando Gargle as an antiseptic for children to prevent disease and germ spread. It touts eucalyptus benefits, teething aid, and prevention of adenoids, with purchase through Grand-Aid Co. and local druggists.
Indiana publishers and national press figures voiced strong backing for government WWI efforts to mobilize public opinion. George Creel defended the Public Information Committee revealing its flexible, expansive reach and urging frank, patriotic cooperation in reporting war.
The Mazda class of the M. E. Sunday school met at the R. M. Frye home last Wednesday evening. Mrs. P. F. Helser was elected vice president after Mrs. L. M. Burdge resigned. Embroidery, Victoria reading, and Mothers clubs held gatherings at the homes of Mrs. B. M. Funk, Mrs. S. B. Kurdge, and the Frye residence respectively on Friday and Monday evenings.
Members of the S. T. club were entertained on last Friday evening at the Miss Vera Stern time. The social gathering featured a program and cordial refreshments.
Dr Sidney D Wilgus of Rocxford Windis for county clinics as method to reduce spread possible mindedness after Indiana University President W L Bryan backed a state survey of the feebleminded to inform plans. W C Duncan of Columbus urged Indiana improve care for epileptic girls and women.
A local shop at Silver Lake advertises harness maintenance with oiling services. Double sets are offered for 1.50 dollars per set.
Jesse F. Lynch specializes in live stock auctions and delivers results. Contact via Disko phone 4 for services and scheduling.
A note inviting readers to subscribe to The Record and join its large reader family.
Representative men from across Indiana and Adjutant General Harry B. Smith discussed organizing a new militia. Gen Smith said patriotism sweeps the state to recruit troops to prevent disorder while the National Army fights abroad. Fort Benjamin Harrison troops attended the Tomlinson Hall mass meeting.
N. E. Squibb Indiana director H. W. Wells and National Director W. E. Wall outlined how Indiana will furnish skilled emergency war workers. The plan calls for voluntary enrollment through intensive drives as demands arise to meet Uncle Sam needs.
American soldiers abroad are comforted by Red Cross support for families at home. James L. Feiser announces instruction courses for local civilian relief directors in the Great Lakes division. Emphasis on Christmas seals sale and membership drive for county workers.
Fraternal orders across the state are coordinating their activities to form a permanent organization and implement a definite program. State leaders have given valuable suggestions to guide the patriotic effort for the near future.
Arthur E. Bestor of the National Chautauqua Association and head of the Speakers Bureau of the Committee on Public Information told Indiana speakers the bureau will supply suggestions materials and messages to back Washingtons drive for full publicity in support of war measures.
A humorous fragment argues facial features signal vanity, noting both long and short noses in men as examples of conceit, illustrating lighthearted stereotypes without action or outcome.
A playful note rejects a legend that the biblical Methuselah smoked cigarettes while suggesting he drank red licker. The item pokes fun at old-time stories and cautions against taking such claims seriously.
Advert shows Glanda Tonic from Gland-Aid Co. Fort Wayne Ind. claims to break up colds grip and tonsillitis quickly. Gargle recommended with Glanda Tonic for sore throat. Sold by druggists at 50 cents.
Uncle Dan argues for universal military training, naturalization loyalty for foreigners, and compulsory voting as essential to preserve a government of the people. He cites German education as head only and urges citizens to back Chamberlain’s universal training bill with editor and congressman letters.
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