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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1914
Page
1
G M Snyder, 71, east of town, suffered a fracture to the left leg near the hip after a fall on his back steps Monday morning. He has endured rheumatism for years and uses crutches. doctors Leckrope and Shock treated him, and the Priser family has aided his care as he recovers slowly.
The Mc Farland family, formerly of McMinnville Tennessee, have moved and are now residing in Peru.
The X Y Z class of the M E Sunday School will hold a pastry sale at the Swibart store Saturday afternoon in January.
Last Saturday Charles Teeter began work in the Jack Burt blacksmith shop returning after several months away.
Mrs G W Sherbondy has been quite poorly for weeks after a fall that fractured several ribs. She has not fully recovered.
J J Leonard is busy this week painting the walls of the town clerk's office in the town hall. The work improves the appearance of the council chamber where sessions are held and the room now presents a neat and pleasing look.
Saturday afternoon at Warsaw County Clerk’s office Rev. C G Carpender united Orvald R. Alspaugh and Ruth M Parker both of Claypool. The bride is daughter of Daniel and Mrs Parker and considered an estimable young lady. The groom is a young farmer, son of Lawrence and Mrs Alspaugh. They will reside on a farm near Claypool.
Roy Burdge has been very ill since last Saturday with a near pneumonia attack but is now improving. The report notes his illness and ongoing recovery.
The Winona College basketball team will visit Saturday evening to face the local high school squad at Rayer and Yount hall. The event promises a competitive matchup between college and high school players in front of a local crowd.
Howard Fiter long employed at the Burt blacksmith shop wed Mina Johnston of Akron last Wednesday. The couple will reside in Warsaw.
Local reports describe a man nicknamed Tom seen Tuesday evening peering into a bedroom window. Witnesses say he appeared tall and openly exposed, with several girls recognizing him. authorities note no further concealment attempted by the suspect.
A letter from Lawrence Scott, president of the church trustees, praises subscribers who donate when asked. He notes repeated donations at each solicitation and expresses encouragement as funds are counted. He pledges to acknowledge every subscriber in the future.
A quarterly meeting is announced at the Methodist church Wriday Sacramental services will be held. The notice specifies a gathering on Sunday evening February 1 at the M. EY church for the service and meeting.
Rev H W Park conducts a series at Mb Pleasant church six miles north with rising attendance. Next Sunday evening Rev Fry berger starts a series at Rose Bill church southeast of town with open invitation to all.
Weekly prayer meetings announced for the Methodist church on Tuesday evening and the U B church on Wednesday evening. Attendance is requested. presence is desired.
Miss Mahala Snyder, who lives east of town, celebrated a birthday with a post card shower. She has been in poor health for years and cannot go outdoors, but the cards brought comfort and happy moments during long, dreary hours.
William Hill will hold a public sale of livestock and personal property at his farm two miles west and two and a half miles south of Silver Lake on Wednesday February 18, 1914. Sale bills will appear after.
Charles Albert and Ruth Hill were married Wednesday morning at the Methodist Parsonage in Warsaw. The groom is the son of Dr and Mrs D B Albert and the bride is the eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Alvin Hill. They will reside on a farm near Claypool and are greeted with congratulations.
Revival services will commence at the United Brethren church in this place next Monday evening February 2 conducted by Rev. J. W. Hindbaugh. All are invited to attend the meetings.
Rev A Z Fryberger led several weeks of services at the Lutheran church concluding last Saturday night. On Sunday several were received into the church and the Lord's Supper was served. A new series began at the Franklin church three miles west of town with Rev E E Martindale delivering sermons and inviting all to attend.
Sunday evening reports say Ernie found a dummy in his bed and, thinking a ghost possessed the room, dragged it downstairs. Joe Parker recalls Ernie was terrified but the home otherwise felt calm, with Ernie noting he was not scared overall.
The ladies aid society of the M F Church will serve a chicken dinner in the basketball room on Thursday of next week. Patrons are urged to attend and enjoy a good dinner.
In a Friday night basketball game at Akron Taft the Silver Lake High School team was defeated 58 to 24. The contest featured strong defense by Taft and limited scoring for Silver Lake throughout the game.
Prof. Cline requested fossil river invertebrates from the Smithsonian through Congressman Barnhart. The museum advised that the request is granted and 45 specimens will be forwarded to him for use in the schools.
A local notice invites residents to bring watches and clocks to Norman the Jeweler for service and appraisal. The event highlights repair offers and potential valuation for timekeeping devices.
A local music office advertises a large selection of sheet music for teachers and students. They claim to secure any sheet at a very low price and boast more than a thousand sheets on hand for quick selection.
Reverend T. D. Butterbaugh leads services at the Church of the Brethren two miles east of town with added interest this week. Town residents attend in large numbers and report excellent sermons and strong turnout.
The fourth quarterly conference of the Silver Lake M E Church will be held tomorrow afternoon at the church. All reports are expected to be brought to the meeting.
A fragment notes Edward Scherer residing east of town found a dandelion bloom in his yard and brought it to this office. The item is described as a rare incident for this time of year.
In 1914 localities planned broad TB combat measures led by elite medical groups. The campaign urged proper care for sufferers and education through schools churches clubs and organizations to curb the disease in cities and counties.
A concise note reports a young person remaining in a solid position alongside his parents, indicating stability and continued support within the family setting.
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