Packerton Man Dies After Sudden Illness
The story details a man from Packerton who fell ill near Pack a destination, lapsed into a comatose state, and died at 6 o'clock. He was taken to an office and later to Samuel Clymer in North ster. Funeral services were held at the Interland church in Packerton in the forenoon.
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Packa
Simison
Grossnickle
Rth
Manchester
Samuel Clymer
Northster
William
Laburth
Packerton
Yterland Church
Too Busy or Lazy Science Is an Enemy to Home
A reflective piece urges steady home improvements rather than neglect. It advises quick updates like panes, bricks, carpet, and pictures to restore a sense of home amid decay. The author imagines children and thrushes in a blue sky, promoting humble effort over disengagement.
REcoERD Office Receives Penny Post It Collection
A local archive notes a collection of penny post it notes received by the REcoERD office. The items are fragments of messages and reminders preserving everyday communication from an earlier era. The collection highlights mundane yet telling details of daily life.
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Penny
Recoerd
Automobile Industry Struggling Over Rubber Shortage
The article notes a sharp rise in rubber demand from the automobile sector and warns many rubber goods are adulterated or largely worthless. It highlights a shortage affecting tires and other rubber articles, with even children's rubber balls failing to hold together due to insufficient rubber supply.
Odd Fellows Hold Memorial Exercises at Cemetery
The Odd Fellows annual memorial exercises were held Sunday afternoon led by Dr. Leckrone with the Silver Lake band. Members met at one o clock, marched to the cemetery, and conducted a ritual service with flower tokens placed on graves by the lodge’s youth. C L Leonard presided and delivered a brief fitting address.
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Odd Fellows
Leckrone
Silver Lake
Sons of
C. L. Leonard
Warsaw White Sox Visit Ends With 11 To 25 Loss
The Warsaw White Sox played the second game against our team last Sunday. Despite confidence, Warsaw lost 11 to 25 as our boys secured the win.
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Warsaw White Sox
Letter B A Puzzle Stirs County Farmers Across State
Farmers report the letter B imprinted on oats leaves in many counties. Theories cite frost injury, prewar markings that hinted war and blood shed, or a symbolic Bryan and defeat. Experts note frost effects as a likely cause, with markings remaining after leaf expansion.
Will Protect Song Birds Warning From Game Warden
Debating local wildlife concerns Police and license officials report rising complaints about shooting song birds. Deputy Game and Fish Commissioner Rigney warns that further violations will lead to prosecutions, urging public cooperation and enforcement.
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Game and Fish
Rigney
Goshen
Boyce
Adel pair wed in Warsaw and Beigh reunion notes
Allen Te Kulp of Adel and Miss Anna Hay near Warsaw were married on Friday in Warsaw. Hay is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Martin Hay east of the town. The couple will reside in Adel, Iowa. The Beigh reunion north east of Silver Lake last Sunday honored Mrs New W Metzger of Clairmont, California, with many relatives present.
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Allen Te Kulp
Adel
Anna
Mr. Kulp
Iowa
Beigh
James
Silver Lake
New W. Metzer
Clairmont
California
James. Rinehart
George Beigh
Stephen Fisher
James H. Funk
Nelson
Elsa
Iva
Zelda
George
Arley
Monroe Wederick
Willie
Emma
Harve Brandenburg
Mary
Clara
Smelda
Susie
William
Emery
Robert
Clifford
Paul
Priser
Clarence
Ralph
Gabe Beigh
Perry Metzger
William Bowser
Kenneth
Abe Metzger
Bertha
N. W. Metzger
Ivar
Congressman Barnhart Returns Home to Rochester
Congressman Barnhart has returned to his Rochester home where he will receive mail until December. He has a Washington representative to handle official business as Congress adjourns until December and the 61st Congress term ends March 4.
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Congress
Barnhart
Rochester
Washington
Drowned at Peru Burkholder Son of Peru Residents Dies
Edgar Burkholder 17 son of Mr and Mrs John Burkholder of Peru drowned in the Wabash river near Peru last Friday afternoon while swimming with companions. He suffered cramps and rescuers could not save him. Local friends here were deeply grieved by the tragedy.
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Edgar
John Burkholder
Peru
Wabash River
Burkholder
Moon's Not to Blame in Moonlit Weeks
Readers are told the moon should not govern romantic activity as people have had ample chances to be busy under moonlight in the past week.
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Moon
Recreation and Labor in Rural Life
A fragmented note discusses recreation and work balance, noting some fail to get adequate exercise while others overexert. It suggests mental labor tires the body and that labor can weary both mind and body, reflecting on fatigue and effort.
Handing Out the Truth at Local Tent Meetings
Rev Buck leads ongoing tent meetings at this place praising Christianity and urging moral duties. The evangelist delivers uncompromising messages in sessions that attract many attendees and will continue through at least next Sunday.
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Rev Buck
Buck
Address on Socialism Draws Small Street Crowd
Last evening on this street F G Strickland made an address on Socialism to a small crowd of listeners. Mrs Strickland gave a recitation. The two are prominent public educators in that organization.
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F. G. Strickland
Mother Permits Teen’s Wandering in Town Sparks Debate
A mother allows her 16 year old daughter to roam freely around town prompting a community debate on supervision and safety. Neighbors and local officials weigh boundaries and responsibilities in youth independence discussions.
Robbers Return Watch After Mother's Plea
A feature story describes two highwaymen who after robbing a victim return his watch saying a man should remember his mother. They kept the cash and continued crime, while readers are moved by the sentimental gesture, noting true sentiment would alter their actions.
Remembered on Birthday W W Hill
A brief memorial note marks the birthday of W W Hill, noting location southwest of town and honoring his memory.
Route fame lore in Barry interview sparks debate
Fragmentary OCR hints at a discussion about a road project, a three year timeline, and a person named Barry. The readable bits suggest claims of road building, mentions of fame, and possible questions about completion or significance.
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Barry
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Hawkeye State
Congressman Barnhart
W. W.hill
Town
Soreeneen
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