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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1916
Page
1
The report notes a record cold spell with temperatures near zero and ten below, slowing ice cutting. Farmers rush to fill ice houses as six to eight inch thick, good quality ice is harvested despite snow within some cakes. A rapid warm spell later stops further cutting.
Mr and Mrs C E Wiltrout rest here last Friday en route to Huntington Virginia for a two week visit with daughter Edna Reveal and family They will also see son Robert Wiltrout in Charleston during the trip
Mrs. Ezra Hemman went to a La Porte hospital yesterday for diagnosis and treatment and possibly an operation for a tumorous growth. She will be under the care of her daughter in law, Dr Forest Hemman, a practicing physician in La Porte.
Last week Howard Collett left for Creston Iowa to live with his brother for an extended period. He had resided nearby for many years and, since his mother's death last fall, had been undecided about his future. After a recent public sale, he chose to visit the brother and family.
Two North Manchester men will operate an auto transit line connecting Urbana Wabash Roan South Whitley Sidney Packerton and their hometown. The service will run two trips daily and fares will be reasonable.
A Saturday sale promotes horse blankets at the F and F Hardware store. Customers are invited to save on durable horse coverings during the weekend event.
The North Manchester Journal will issue twice weekly beginning Monday January 31 with editions on Mondays and Thursdays each week.
The Record’s fashion writer Mrs Bottomley advises readers on stylish late winter attire. She highlights a striking white chinchilla sport coat and whispers about season ending winter hats to complete the look.
Revival services at the U B church ended Sunday as Rev Speicher could not lead due to family illness in Claypool keeping him at home.
Prof T B Rice of the science department has been elected to the exclusive Sigma Xi Society for original work in measuring light via phocosynthesis in plants. His method, overcoming respiration interference, marks a notable scientific contribution recognized by Indiana Anatverity scientists and university colleagues. He is the son of R T Rice of Yellow Creek and a professor at Wivona Lake.
Josiah Funk formerly east of town now in Wasco California writes home about snow on December 29 the first in twenty two years and a rainy season. He forwards one dollar for another year of Recorp and notes he works at the public library in his third year.
A Plymouth paper published a tongue in cheek notice urging a married man seen with a west side woman Sunday night to pay his subscription immediately. The next day the paper reported seventeen renewals and five new subscriptions.
Downing and Claypool publicized a fine line of house furnishings offered at prices designed to interest any buyer.
In Baltimore a massive blaze raged for hours when aging fire chief William C. McAfee, retired and then rejoined, led the response. His command steadied the forces as flames threatened rosin works and turpentine along the riverbank.
The third Lyceum number last Saturday evening featured Leslie W. Jefferson presenting motion pictures and slides of architectural wonders from many lands. His oral narration enhanced the show, delivering a clear pleasing description that pleased a large audience.
Last Saturday W W Craig purchased the Hamman residence in the northeast area in exchange for Craigs meat market. Hamman took possession that morning and employed Jacob Zimmerman to cut meat starting Wednesday. Hamman previously operated a Peru meat market before relocating here.
Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Carter departed Tuesday for St. Petersburg Florida to reside for several months. He long hoped to visit the southern clime during winter and plans a pleasant stay as flowers bloom and beachgoers enjoy warm sun. Friends wish them a safe trip and look forward to news through the Axer ORD.
With days lengthening winter ends, residents are urged to plan in advance to beautify their city. Cooperation and judgment can achieve notable improvements without large costs.
Magazine Club offers authorized subscriptions for any periodical. Brush and Hanson at the Recorp office in Silver Lake provide catalogs and money saving clubs to cut subscription costs and save time.
In the first intermediate room of the school perfect spelling grades were earned by Third Grade students Merlie Nelson Arlene Braude Edward Aker Violet Marshall Estella Growcock Mable Sprigg Ruth Tucker Gerald Geiger Opal Hammond Ina Adama and Fourth Grade students Mary Bouse Tressa Getty Carrie Kissinger. In the district No 2 grammar room four miles east of town perfect spelling for the fourth month went to Beulah Smith in 6th grade Emerson Butterbaugh and Geneva Hopkins in 8th grade.
Weekly classifieds unveil a surge of new items and listings. Readers discover bargains, services, and personal notices as sellers welcome curious buyers to explore the latest offerings.
I A Snoberger left Monday to begin work on the road for the Star Peerless Wall Paper Company of Soliet Illinois.
J P Hommang visited Warsaw over Sunday and attended the dedication of the new M E church while staying with his sister Mrs A D Miller and husband at the Miller hotel.
Roy Zellers stopped by the RECORD office on Tuesday during a brief visit. He and his large reader family once lived south of Packer ton after a December marriage to Miss Fruitt and say they cannot do without the Akrcorp they have followed for years.
A reader bought a year of the Record and said he funds reading matter for neighbors. He asks borrowers to subscribe or bring in payment so the home paper comes to them each week, avoiding burdening his neighbors.
Revival services started at the Franklin church three miles west of town with Rev. Lee Hillis in charge. He is assisted by Rev. Modlin of Burket.
The notice urges customers to bring their harnesses to Johnson Harness & Shoe Repair in Silver Lake for oiling and repair services.
Rev. Hardy opened a series of meetings at the South Pleasant church Sunday night as part of a revival effort drawing local residents.
A discussion on the limits of education for certain minds and immigrant groups. The piece argues that brains have a measurable limit to schooling, and over-education may harm capable individuals. It questions current schooling aimed at equality and urges reflection on the system.
Mrs C F Yates of Paducah Kentucky sends a remittance to extend The Record subscription to September 1. She describes high water flooding near their home with a riverbank well above the yard and house, notes a cold spell, and mentions Vivian returning home for ten days during Christmas and enjoying work.
Over the past week many residents show severe colds and lagrippe symptoms leading to widespread absences in area schools. Authorities hope no serious outcomes will arise.
The new Methodist church at Warsaw was dedicated last Sunday with Bishop W. F. B. McDowell of Chicago directing services. A large crowd of between twelve and fifteen hundred attended an excellent program, as the week offered busy church activities and daily programs.
The notice urges sellers to prepare and list all items at home before coming to town. It recommends compiling a detailed list, then delivering it to the Record office for careful handling.
A guidance piece offers eye care tips for readers with vision difficulties. It emphasizes avoiding strain and encouraging gradual relief through proper practices and accessible aids.
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