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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1918
Page
9
Congress passed a daylight saving measure requiring clocks to move forward one hour at 2 AM on the last Sunday in March and back at the same time on the last Sunday in October each year. The vote was 252 to 40 with broad business support arguing fuel savings and wage benefits. citizens are urged to set their clocks on March 31 to observe the change.
The M. E. church held continued services this week with strong public interest and good crowds attending each evening.
Walter M. Stout, based at the base hospital Fort Riley Kansas, has been advanced from Lieutenant to Captain of the Corps. The announcement offers congratulations and notes the promotion will bring more work duties for him.
The spring days bring farmers who were behind on corn huskings last fall and winter cold slowed chores and fire keeping. This spring adds extra work to their regular duties to get crops planted on time.
James R. Frazer, Federal Food Administrator for Kosciusko County, notes mill feed price schedules allow higher costs to retailers. Elevators and concerns retailing mill feed must pay the higher price, while retailers may charge cost plus 4.08 per ton in under one ton lots and 3.00 per ton in ton lots or greater.
The son of Mr and Mrs J Little Ferverda narrowly escaped serious injury Tuesday when a horse drawn buggy backed into him near the Self home. The horse struck the child and stepped over him as onlookers watched in fear. He was unharmed aside from fright, and witnesses were shaken by the incident.
Workers focused on replacing the roof at the Big Four station ten days ago causing activity at the site.
Russell Kreamer returned home from St. Louis where he had worked. He suffers blood poison on one hand and will stay a week or ten days. He relapsed Wednesday morning and was bad all day but this morning shows improvement and hopes to recover soon.
Word from Warsaw reports Captain Nelson E. Miller in poor health for over a year and now quite sick at his residence. The notice notes his extended illness and current condition.
Back here for summer J. W. White runs a peanut and popcorn stand at the corner of Main and Jefferson. He spent the winter at his home northwest of Akron and returned Monday to resume business.
The Bartholomew murder trial began in the circuit court at Warsaw on Tuesday morning. Jury selection consumed Tuesday and Wednesday as witnesses started to be examined, with only a small audience outside the courtroom.
Richard Prickett, who occupies rooms above the Hiram Roger store, has purchased the Percy Walburn property on East Sycamore Street in the Muirview addition. He is currently visiting Marion with relatives.
Monroe Paulus received a letter from his son Glen Paulus stationed at Camp Shelby Mississippi. The Adjutant of the 38th Division dated February 22 1918 praises Corporal Paulus Co B 139th Machine Gun Battalion for excellent qualities and notes he is watched for future promotion. The letter states NCO Paulus aids division readiness and will be read in retreat formation.
Members of the embroidery club were entertained Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs Mable Summe. The gathering featured socializing and needlework demonstrations in a casual indoor setting.
The report says Pearson and Frantz tried to fish Wednesday afternoon and brought in five nice bass after earlier attempts. They describe catching a pound and a three pounder, though both fish slipped away when brought near the boat. The piece notes the fishing season is underway and more proof may follow.
Lyde Kissinger of Pueblo Colorado spent the past week visiting his brother W B Kissinger and family and sister Mrs Minnie Ritteno and husband, enjoying time with relatives during the stay in town.
Arrangements are completed for the high school graduation to be held on April 19 at United Brethren church. A good speaker is being secured. Tickets will soon be available, so secure one and plan to attend.
The Rochester council passed an ordinance prohibiting loafing during the wartime period for anyone aged 18 to 60. Violators face a maximum fine of 59 dollars and up to six months imprisonment.
Information states Edward Hay attending a Chicago dental college is suffering from mumps. He was progressing as well as could be expected.
The State Board of Education in regular session January 11 1918 approved allowing high school students to be released up to three weeks before term end to assist with farm labor shortages. Released pupils must be employed profitably under local school board oversight with weekly written reports. credits are withheld until term end and make up time is required if rules are violated.
Reed and family and Edward Reed and family spent Sunday at Hospital Robert in Marion visiting Mrs. Robt Reed's sister Mrs Loren Henry and husband. Mr Henry has been in a hospital there for three months after injuries from being caught between a freight car and a building.
Suffering with scarlet fever Howard Dillman son of Mr and Mrs Ted Dillman residing eight miles east of here is suffering from an attack of scarlet fever At last report he was getting along nicely and it is hoped that he will soon fully recover
Members of the Victoria reading club held a meeting Monday night at the Mrs C L Leonard home.
Members of the Mothers club spent last Friday afternoon in sociable entertainment hosted at the home of Mrs Frank Haney.
Wilt Wedrick reports transfer from Naval Training Station Great Lakes Illinois to Naval Rifle Range Camp Logan Zion City Illinois. His unit, status, and new location confirmed by his family.
A man was seen on the street Thursday morning wearing a straw hat from last summer. The sighting was reported as a simple street observation with no additional details.
Members of the S.T. club were entertained last Friday evening by Miss Hazel Brown at the Central office.
The Young ladies of the P. D. club were entertained Wednesday evening at the Miss Phyllis Underhill home.
Jacob Adams rents a small farm southwest of town and plans to move his family there soon.
The Harvey Meredith property at the Sycamore and Columbia Streets corner, occupied by Lizzie Adams, was sold a few days ago to L. D. Vundernhill.
A large crowd attended the horse sale here on Wednesday as forty one horses and four mules were offered and all sold quickly.
T. J. Alspauge completed a purchase of the Sigler farm at the town south edge. He received immediate possession and plans to begin improvements on the premises this week.
Here From Ohio Mrs EB Mort arrived here the first of the week from Delphos Ohio for a visit with her sister in law Mrs L W Myers and husband.
Jefferson Sausaman of Akron was killed instantly while blasting stumps west of Rochester. His son Bert Sausaman runs the blasting business and warned his father before the charge exploded, injuring him with a root fragment that crushed his skull and broke his arm.
A remittance from Frank Arnold of Pontiac Michigan has been credited at many banks. He is a former Silver Lake boy who has not visited the old town for years.
The Silver Lake High School Alumni seek continued activity and urge members to pay 25 cents dues promptly. Please hand dues to secretary Gladys Sprigg this week.
Montana Wilbur Gill son of Mr and Mrs J D of Warsaw spent a short visit in town Sunday after living in Montana for two years He planned to return there within a few days keeping in touch with family during his stay in town
Here from Indianapolis, Mr. and Mrs. Willis Maples and Ed Evans were Sunday guests at the Walburno lime. Mrs. Walburn is a sister to Mr. Evans and Mrs. Maples.
Mrs. Ernest Reveal of Evansville renews her REGARD subscription and sends an illustrated folder on the Rescue Mission work. The Evansville mission, led by her husband as superintendent, marks a strong year since March 8, 1917. Reveal’s six years in rescue work span New York City Grand Rapids Huntington and more. The mission receives city ministers and citizens' endorsement for thoroughness and sincerity.
J D Gill of Warsaw said he intends leaving the first of next month and will remain in Montana for some time, following a conversation with the informant.
Mrs. William Brown of Kern farm north of town is slowly recovering from injuries after a fall last week.
Mr and Mrs Oliver Grossweller living south of the Big Four station are the parents of a baby boy.
Mr and Mrs Albert Bohnerstedt report the birth of a baby boy at their residence southwest of town a few days ago. The new arrival adds joy to the family and will be greeted by relatives and neighbors.
Government appeals for increased Liberty Loan subscriptions to meet wartime needs. Officials warn failure could trigger higher taxes to cover deficits, urging citizens to loan more generously to ensure national funding without tax penalties.
A coroner in North Manchester investigates a box along a fence row four miles south west where Charles Walters found the dead infant. Neighbors and schoolchildren recall the box for months, unsure if murder or natural death. The mystery may remain unsolved.
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