Decker Baby Loses Life After Surgery
The only son of Mr. and Mrs. Jas Decker died following an operation performed last Sunday at Warsaw Hospital.
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Mrs. Jas
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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1922
Page
1
Funeral Arrangements Given For Local Resident
Remains were brought here Wednesday afternoon. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at the M. E. Church with interment in the local cemetery.
Death of Alton Decker After Warsaw Hospital Operation
Residents of Silver Lake learned that Alton Decker died about 3:00 AM in Warsaw hospital where he had been taken Sunday for an operation. He had become sick Saturday from a rupture and underwent surgery hoping for relief but gangrene had set in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silver Lake
Alton Decker
Warsaw
Alton
Atwood wins district basketball tournament final in Warsaw
The Atwood team defeated Culver 13 to 10 in the final round of the district tournament held in Warsaw last Friday and Saturday. A large crowd watched the game in the new county seat community hall which seats 1,500 to 2,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warsaw
Atwood
Culver
Socere
Atwood Boys
Death of Jacob Miller in California
Relatives report Jacob Miller died in California on January 27. Cremated remains were sent to Elkhart, his former home. Miller, a Civil War veteran, was well known in the area and often attended decoration services at South Pleasant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Miller
California
Elkhart
Miller
South Pleasant
Elmer Herald Sale Draws Local Buyers Near Yellow Creek Lake
A large crowd attended the Elmer Herald sale north of Yellow Creek Lake last Saturday. Buyers from the locality purchased several spotted Poland China hogs, which sold well with thirty six head averaging over 45 dollars each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Herald
Yellow Creek Lake
Public Sale Set by Charles Clark at His Farm
Charles Clark of three miles south of town announces a public sale next Thursday at his farm. Horses cows farming implements and various articles will be offered. The sale begins at 1 30 p m with Jesse Lynch as petitioner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Clark
Jesse Lynch
Dorsey Butterbaugh Plans Nose Surgery After Tonsil Removal
Dorsey Butterbaugh son of Mrs A R Bridge of North Manchester area had tonsils removed last week. He was to undergo nose growth removal surgery today Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorsey Butterbaugh
A. R. Bridge
North
Manchester
Sold Lot in Coy Flats Tra Coy Edges Silver Lake
Tra Coy has sold another lot in Coy Flats on the edge of Silver Lake. He platted the place last summer and since then he has disposed of a number of lots and there are prospects that there will be a number of cottages there before the summer passes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tra Coy
Silver Lake
Flag ideals for all citizens rise above common level
The American flag stands as a symbol not for the rich or the classes but for every average citizen who seeks to live by high ideals and to help others. It embodies aspiration, duty, and unity across the nation.
Freda Tucker Undergoes Operation at Fort Wayne Hospital
Miss Freda Tucker daughter of Mr and Mrs Norman Tucker living two miles east of here was taken to Fort Wayne last week for an operation and is getting along very nicely She underwent the operation last Thursday afternoon Mr and Mrs Tucker accompanied her and stayed with her during the visit Mrs Tucker remained several days longer while Mr Tucker returned home on Saturday
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freda Tucker
Norman Tucker
Here
Fort Wayne
Mrs. Tucker
Mr. Tucker
Revival Continues at U B Church Amid Ill Weather
Revival services at the U B Church proceed with large attendance each evening though the minister has been absent several nights due to bad roads. Strong interest and participation are reported as the revival continues this week.
Brother of Mrs Walburn Returns from Arkansas
Evans arrived Monday evening from Arkansas where he had been for several months. He learned of Mr Walburn s death after reaching here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed. Evans
Arkansas
Rose Walburn
Mr. Walburn
Roan Man Arrested for Driving Without 1922 License
Lawrence Clayton of Roan was arrested last week for driving his auto without a 1922 license and paid a $10.25 fine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence,Clayton
Roan
Filing Mortgage Debt Deductions Open for Tax Breaks
Estate and mortgage exemptions explained by notaries Brush and Hanson. Property owners liable for tax in Indiana can deduct up to 1000 dollars of real estate mortgage debt from assessed value if sworn and filed between March 1 and May 1. False statements carry penalties including fines and possible jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Brush and Hanson
Settlement of Farmers Elevator at Sidney
The affairs of the Farmers Elevator Company at Sidney were settled last week with each stockholder receiving 27.32 on every 100 of stock. The firm had been in confusion since the elevator burned about two years earlier, with some stockholders wanting to rebuild and others preferring to withdraw their share.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers Elevator Company
Sidney
Mrs Alice Rager Visiting in Baltimore Area
Visiting in the East Mrs Alice Rager of the southwest of town traveled to Baltimore Maryland to stay for several weeks with her sister Mrs Roscoe Hofe and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrn
Alice Rager
Baltimore-Maryland
Roscoe Ho Fe
State road widening plans discussed for Wabash area
Information indicates the state road superintendent plans widening the road from forty to fifty feet and a meeting with farmers will review the plan. State Road 27 through the area is expected to be widened, with work anticipated in early spring, promising an excellent highway for the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wabash
Political Womanhood Elevates and Guides Public Affairs
The text extols women's influence in politics as elevating and fairminded, condemning graft and deception. It urges organized study of political questions by women at local levels, arguing political womanhood can restore scrupulous honor and duty in public service.
Brightening Prospects Rise in Kansas Rural Markets
In Kansas, prices improve as wheat climbs from 95 cents to 1.25 and 1.46 dollars, corn to 55 cents, hogs to 10 cents, and sheep to 14 cents, signaling a brighter rural outlook in the Central West.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Central West
Vandalia Railroad Plans Four Motor Tracks in Indiana
The Vandalia railroad, routing through North Manchester, plans to add four motor railroad tracks between Logansport and Fort Wayne. The move aims to run cars more often, reduce costs, and better compete with interurban roads across the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vandalia
Manchester
Logansport
Fort Wayne
Beveridge Campaign Opens in Fort Wayne
Albert J. Beveridge, candidate for U S Senator, opens his campaign in Fort Wayne this Thursday evening with an address at the Majestic theatre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert J. Beveridge
U. S
Fort Wayne
Majestic Theatre
Michigan sanatorium patient reports good progress
In Michigan Ross Gamble residing three miles south of town went to a Grand Rapids sanatorium last week for treatment. Word received from him says he is getting along very nicely at the facility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ross Gamble
Grand Rapids Mich
Injured Man Severely Hurt Loading Logs
D. G. Switzer of the southwest district was severely injured Friday afternoon when a top log rolled off, struck his shoulder and hip, and caused internal injuries. He was taken to Warsaw Hospital Sunday forenoon and, at the latest report, was recovering well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D.g.switzer
Here
Mr. Switzer
Warsaw
Wife seeks state support while husband serves liquor sentence
The Akron woman went to a local attorney to file suit against the state for support while her husband Ernest Knifton serves a ninety day sentence for illegal liquor manufacture at Indiana's penal farm. The attorney refused, saying the state would not provide such assistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Knifton
Akron
Indiana
Eskimo Pie inventor turns 19 cents into six figure fortune
Christian K. Nelson left Omaha for Chicago fifteen months ago with 19 cents and an idea to cover cold ice cream with hot chocolate, creating a real ice cream confection. Today his Eskimo pies sell at ten cents each, about two ounces, with a five cent royalty per dozen. Daily sales exceed a million pies, aided by a large Chicago newspaper ad program costing about $1,600 per page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cago
Omaha
Nelson
Chiago
Mentone Buys New Chemical Motor Fire Truck
Mentone town authorities announce the purchase of a chemical motor fire truck with two large chemical tanks nearly a thousand feet of hose ladders and complete firefighting equipment ready for use soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mentone
Mrs Albert Moore and son attend J Walburn funeral
Here for funeral Mrs Albert Moore and her son from Akron attended the J. W. Walburn funeral last Sunday. Mrs Walburn is sister of Mrs Moore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Moore and Son
Akron
J. W. Walburn
Walburn
Moore
Contained Vehicle Ownership Card Order From State
State motor department requires owners to display a container and ownership card on cars. Police will arrest noncompliant owners after a 15 day grace period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Automobile Licence Department
Funeral Attendance At J W Walburn Service
Several members of the Clay pool lodge attended last Sunday afternoon for the funeral of J W Walburn. The gathering reflected community ties and respect for the deceased.
Divorce case venued in Wabash court
Tuesday in Warsaw the divorce case of Mrs. Alice Albertson was venued to the Wabash court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wabash
Warsaw
Alice Albertson
Wabash Court
Mrs J T Dickey Dies in Warsaw After Illness
Mrs J T Dickey died at her home in Warsaw Tuesday night after years of illness. She suffered three strokes. the last a week before death. She was over 64 and survived by husband two sons two daughters two brothers five sisters and many relatives. Sisters Mrs H A Martindale and Mrs Margaret Collins live here. Remains were taken to North Manchester for funeral services held there this afternoon. The Dickey family lived in this place before moving to Warsaw about twelve years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.T. Dickey
Warsaw
Dickey
H. A. Martindale
Margaret Collins
Manchester
Error proves effort in pursuit of improvement
A mistaken result can show that an attempt was undertaken to solve a problem. It highlights trial, learning, and the willingness to adjust strategy.
Civic Righteousness Address by Hon J Martin at Methodist Church
Hon J Martin of Indianapolis will speak at the local Methodist church next Sunday March 12 in the forenoon after Sunday School at 10 30. His subject is Civic Righteousness and he is described as a forceful speaker. An urgent invitation is issued for all to attend and hear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
District basketball tournament draws local crowd to Warsaw
Local residents traveled from the vicinity to Warsaw last Saturday to witness the district basketball tournament.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warsaw
Misses Kissinger Summe and Sprigg Visit Warsaw
The trio traveled with Mrs Gordon Gresso to Warsaw from Friday to Sunday to attend a basketball tournament with Le anna Summe accompanying Mable Sprigg and her sister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Kissinger
Leanna Summe
Mable Sprigg
Gordon Gresso
Warsaw
Kilmer Brothers Fined for Selling Cigarettes
George and Kenneth Kilmer of Wakarusa were fined 25 dollars each last week for selling cigarettes to underage boys. The case highlights local enforcement against youth access to tobacco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Kenneth Kilmer
Wakarusa
J Walburn Dead An Old Resident Passes Unexpectedly
J Walburn, longtime resident of this area, died suddenly at his home last Thursday evening. The community expressed sorrow at the loss of a familiar figure and remembered his contributions locally.
Funeral Held Sunday Afternoon at U B Church
Rev Fryberger conducted the funeral service in the U B Church with interment in Lakeview Cemetery. The Odd Fellows held ritualistic services as part of the rites.
Death Takes Joel W. Walburn After Illness at Home
Thursday evening around nine o'clock Joel W. Walburn died at his home after weeks of illness. He had suffered poor health for years and had been confined about a month, though neighbors found him able to converse earlier in the evening before he grew unrestful and passed away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joel W. Walburn
Walburn
Visiting Day Causes Schools to Close in Township
There was no school Monday at both township schools as instructors voted to visit another school.
Decatur Wins Semi Final After Overtime Thriller
Bluffton star Early broke an ankle and Linn of Decatur suffered a broken rib in the Decatur sectional semifinal. The game extended to two overtimes before Decatur triumphed 16 to 14. J D Lee Cline, former local, is now principal and crowd sponsor as Decatur captured the district title Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bluffton
Decatur
Linn
J.D. Lee Cline
Federal Reserve report foresees upcoming prosperity revival
The Federal Reserve Board annual report to Congress notes a belief that the economy is near the upswing of the economic pendulum. It forecasts a new era of prosperity once the revival begins, with many expecting the revival not far distant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Reserve Board
Congress
Local E. of P. Lodge to confer Knight rank
All members of the local E. of P. lodge No 164 are asked to attend Monday evening March 13 for Knight rank conferment. The session includes refreshments and a smoker. Don’t miss the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. of P.lodge No
Visiting Guest Elizabeth Snoberger Stays on Grimes Farm
Mrs Elizabeth Snoberger visiting from town remained at the Arthur Grimes farm southeast of town last Thursday. Mr Grimes rents the Snoberger property and has lived there for several years, keeping the arrangement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Snoberger
Cloe Townsend
Arthur Grimes
Grimes
Also Mentioned on This Page
D. A. Decker
Decker
E. Church
Calif
Golden Gaty State
U. B
Michigan
D. G. Switzer
State
Chi
Claypoooll. C.0. F. Lodge
Died
J. Walburn
U. B. Church
Fryberger
Lakeview Cemetery
The
Odd Fellows
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