Little child dies in Chicago paid burial in Palestine
Mildred Wiltrout aged fifteen months died in Chicago on January 18 from acute peritonitis after brief illness. The parents brought the body to Claypool and then to Palestine for burial at the local cemetery. Rev. McCoy led a short service before the family returned aboard the 5:42 Nickel Plate train to Chicago.
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Mildred
Ralph Wiltrout
Chicago
Claypool
Palestine Cemetery
Rev. McCoy
Letter from S. Ac Jaques and Silver Lake readers
The Record notes a communication from S. AC Jaques of New York City. Readers are assured the letter will appear in the next issue and that former Silver Lake residents are always welcome to send letters.
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Tion
S. AC
Jaques
New York City
Record
Silver Lake
Religion Teaches Money Is A Means Not An End
The message urges viewing money as a tool for use, not a goal to chase. It emphasizes ethical handling and restraint over greed.
Time and toil define true worth in busy lives
A reflection on virtue linked to effort. The author argues that those with the least to do are burdened by time dragging, while the most industrious people excel and advance. The piece contrasts perceived ease with hidden labor in pursuit of being a good person and productive citizen.
Men Value Work and Self-Improvement
Statement urges men to take on tasks within their ability and willingness. It argues that capable workers will be in demand and emphasizes doing one’s best within personal capacity.
Miss Ruth Buck Injured in Fall Near Home
Miss Ruth Buck is confined to her home with a severely sprained ankle after slipping on ice while walking to church Sunday evening. An exam found no broken bones, but the ankle will require many weeks of recovery.
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Ruth Buck
Nailing Record Set At Jack Burt Bricksmith Shop
A record was set at the Jack Burt bricksmith shop on Monday as Frank Helser nailed shoes on thirty horses, totaling nine hundred sixty nails.
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Jack Burt
Frank Helser
Trustee Frantz's 1911 Annual Financial Report Overview
The first page contains the annual report of Trustee Noah M. Frantz with an itemized account of township receipts and expenditures for 1911. Read the report carefully to learn where every cent of township funds went and to whom payments were made.
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Noah M. Frantz
Roscoe Self Seeks Subscriptions for The Record at Bonetraille
Roscoe Self of Bonetraille North Dakota encloses a dollar for a subscription to The Record. He notes others could also contribute in support of the paper.
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Roscoe Self
Bonetraille
North Dakota
Roscoe
Lutheran preacher to speak at Sunday service
Rev Fryberger will preach next Sunday at 10 30 in the local Lutheran church following Sunday School. His home is in Columbia City and he is expected to have a strong subject for the services.
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Fryberger
Columbia City
Republicans caucus in Lake Township precincts select delegates
Notice to Republicans in the 1st and 2d precincts of Lake Township. They will meet in C. N. Leonard's office on Saturday January 27 1912 at 2 00 p.m. to select two committeemen and elect a delegate to attend the district convention.
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1St
Lake Towneship
C. N. Leonard
Public Sale Season Incentives and Preparation Tips
The article advises early sale planning and listing items at home to avoid forgetting important goods. It urges bringing the prepared list to the Record office for careful assistance with printing sale bills and ensuring readiness for the season.
Specials Darltogs Food Scraps Feed Options
Darltogs promotes dry feeding for fowls with a hopper system. Laying food costs 3 cents per pound, beef meal 3 cents, alfalfa meal 3 cents, scratch ing food 23 cents, oyster shell 1 cent per pound or 81 dollars per 100 pounds. Try these foods for value.
Bargain Sale Includes Women and Men's Underwear and Staples
advertisement lists Women’s Buckle Arctics and Children’s Buckle Arctics at reduced prices. Heavy cotton underwear now about 25 cents. Men’s undershirts 50 cents, now 3 for 68 cents. Corn meal 13 cents per package. Superior granulated salt top quality, barrels at $1.25 per barrel.
Bucklen Arnica Salve Advertised for Skin Ailments
An old advertisement promotes Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for chapped hands and lips caused by cold winds. It claims quick healing for cold sores burns boils sores ulcers cuts bruises and piles and notes a price of 25 cents at Rager and Jontz.
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Rager & Jontz
Old and Rare Coins and Curious Medley From Kosciusko
The Indiaman notes residents holding many old coins prompting a local editor to review his collection. Highlights include a coin dated 1080 and several foreign and American pieces such as a U S gold dollar 25c and 50c gold pieces with fractional paper currency from the Civil War in circulation.
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Indiaman
Kosciusko County
The
Recorpd
U.S
Deceitful Appearance of London Coffee Smell
A travel tale notes an American guest in London comments on coffee aroma at breakfast. The landlady remarks on rain, and the guest quips that while it may rain, the air smells of coffee, illustrating social perception of English coffee.
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London
Philadelphia Girl Visits Chicago Aunt Says City Differs
A Philadelphia girl visiting her Chicago aunt notes the windy city is very different from Philadelphia. The aunt, Chicago-born, agrees, and the girl quietly reflects on the contrast, leaving the aunt unsure whether her opinion was affirmed.
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Philadelphia
Chicago
Windy City
Scottish Cabby Explains John Knox House to Tourists
A Scottish cabby explains Edinburg landmarks to American visitors. He points to the house of John Knox and asks the tourist if they read their Bible, emphasizing the era's historic tone with local color and humor.
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Cabby
Edinburg
John Knox
Wal
A Bride’s Tearful Mood Cited at Wedding Visit
The woman explained her tearful mood saying she has just attended a wedding and tends to cry more there than at a funeral. She cited the uncertainty of weddings as a key reason for her emotion.
Remembered on Birthday Esther Yates of South Silver Lake
Esther Yates of South Silver Lake celebrated her 79th birthday on a Saturday, January 6, and received more than seventy five post cards from relatives, friends and neighbors. She enjoys viewing them despite years of poor health and a difficult winter.
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Esther Yates
South
Silver Lake
Mrs. Yates
Revival Meetings Spark Many Conversions at United Brethren
Over the past week at the United Brethren church Rev. McCoy preached excellent sermons and the church filled at every service. Many attendees expressed intent to live better lives and more conversions are likely as the revival continues through Sunday evening.
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United Brethren Church
McCoy
Reputation of Auctioneer Gill at Knox Horse Sale
J D Gill, a renowned Knox auctioneer, officiates a large horse sale today Thursday. He is in high demand nationwide and limits himself to one sale per date, urging buyers to hire him for auctions and print bills at the Record office to attract crowds and higher prices.
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J. D. Gill
Knox
Deafness Cure Offered By Catarrh Cure Circus
An advertisement claims deafness arises from an inflamed Eustachian tube and is curable only by constitutional remedies. It states nine of ten cases stem from catarrh and guarantees to cure with Hall's Catarrh Cure, offering one hundred dollars for uncured cases and inviting readers to send for a free circular.
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Hiall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohblo
Trial Order Pitch for 10 Cent Sheet Music Catalog
Advertises savings on sheet music via mail orders. Claims many customers learned to save money and urges readers to call for a catalog of 10 cent sheet music. Promotes trial order to convince skeptical buyers.
Sheet music sale at Record office offers many titles
Piano and organ players can buy various sheet music at the Record office at reasonable prices. An on hand list of nearly 200 sheets is available to review, and if what you want is not found it can be obtained in a few days to save you money.
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Fucker, M.D.Y
Claypool, Ind
N. A. Cary
Indiana
Optometrist
Warsaw. Inc
State Board of Optometry
Summe Bro’s
Ira Leckrone
Silver Lake, Ind
N. Jefferson Bt
McGlannen
Harness
Qlne Drug Store
L. O. Jones
Mecca
Ewenie Misenee Haney Bros
J. R. Albert
Mutual
Ind
G. A. Brush
Record Office
McCall’s Magazine
And
McCall Patterns
McCall's
McCall
McCall's Magazine
W. 37Th St
the Record Pub. Co., Brush & Hanson, Proprietors
Palestine
Frantz
Little Crow
McKinzie’s
Fitton & Homman
Patriotic Philadelphian
Hayman Bros
Isa Leckrone
Sylvanus Funk
W. H. Kern
Tresse Heller
Ass't Cashier
Nam. Frantz
C. E. Stouz
C. C. Carter
W. H. Krexin
J. C. Cavenpes
Isa Leckrone Srlvanus Funk
Commercial State Bank
Resources
Banking House
Banks & Trust Co’s
Total
State of Indiana
I. W. H. Kern
W.H. Kern
George A. Brush
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