Prophecy by Hazel McKrill at 1911 Silver Lake Graduation
Miss Hazel McKrill delivered a class prophecy at the Silver Lake High School commencement held April 26 1911 at the United Brethren Church. The tale follows the Seer Astro foretelling futures for classmates including Barnard Bly Yotter Emma Miller Ervin Click and Rantz Snoberger with a final note predicting Hazel’s own teaching career in the Philippines.
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Hazel McKrill
Thad
Imost
Astro
Tims
Myo
Gife
Stro
Barnard Bly Yotter
Twins Born Mother Dead Struck North Manchester Family
Mr and Mrs Will Bussard of Elkhart welcomed twin boys but Mrs Bussard died Wednesday afternoon. She had been Miss Ruth Fleck and lived with her family in North Manchester. Her funeral is Friday at eleven in One Lutheran church North Manchester.
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Will Bussard
Elkhart
Bussard
Big Four
Respected pioneer William H Rhodes in critical condition
William H Rhodes, about 76, a longtime resident three miles east, lies at death’s door after a stroke two weeks ago. The report comes as we go to press on Thursday afternoon.
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William H. Rhodes
Claypool Journal Suspended After Seven Years
The Claypool Journal edited by William Reed ceases publication after seven and a quarter years. The owner cites lack of patronage by local merchants as the reason for discontinuing the newspaper.
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Claypool
William Reed
Miss Lula Sprigg Leaves Pierceton Schools
Miss Lula Sprigg who taught in the Pierceton schools during the past winter returned to her home in this place Tuesday as the schools had closed last week.
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Lula Sprigg
Pierceton
First Concert of Season by Local Band
The local band performed on the street Thursday evening playing several fine selections. Members are rapidly mastering new pieces bought in recent weeks and plan weekly open air concerts all summer.
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U. S
Local merchant relocates. stock sold to F J Peters
Frank Zimmerman disposed of his Disko general merchandise stock to F J Peters of Yatesboro Pennsylvania and has given possession. Zimmerman has rented the Wilson property and he and his wife will soon become residents of this place.
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Disko
F. J. Peters
Yatesborro
Pennsylvania
Zimmerman
Wilson
Memorial Day Meeting for Decoration Day Ob servance
Citizens are called to meet at Wiltrout Hall next Wednesday evening May 10 to plan a public Decoration Day observance. Attend to show willingness to assist in this noble purpose.
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Wiltrout Hall
Rantz Snoberger Graduates Silver Lake High School
Rantz Snoberger left Sunday for his home in Gays Mills Wisconsin after completing high school work. He recently graduated from Silver Lake high school regarded as a top commissioned high school in the state. Friends wish him success in his future profession in Wisconsin.
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Rantz Snoberger
Gays Mills
Wisconsin
Jerry
Silver Lake
Family Moves to Elkhart Endorses New Home
J L Arthur and family moved to Elkhart at the start of the week to establish their future home. Residents of Silver Lake express regret at their departure and extend best wishes for success in the new location.
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J.L. Arthur
Elkhart
Silver Lake
G A R Encampment Ties With Veterans Meet in Richmond
The 32nd annual Indiana G A R encampment will run May 17 to 19 in Richmond. For the second time the Indiana department Sons of Veterans will hold its encampment at the same time and place as the veterans, with the Women’s Relief Corps and Ladies Auxiliary of the Sons of Veterans also meeting there.
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Indiana Department
Richmond
Ind
Sons of Veterans
Women’s Relief Corps
Ladies Auxiliary
Self Threading Needles featured for sale at Record office
A reader praises Self Threading needles left for sale at the Record office saying they can be threaded in the dark. The item costs 10 cents per package and is described as indispensable and affordable for a brief time.
Wall Paper Critique Says Artful Approach Needed
A reader requests strict standards for wallpaper selection, urging focus on artistic effect and design quality. The note emphasizes careful judgment by Cline & Co. and similar firms.
Claypool Lumber Offers Large Northern Indiana Stock
Building material description for doors and window frames windows barn siding. The Claypool Lumber & Coal Co advertises the largest stock in Northern Indiana and selling cheap.
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Indiana
Claypool Lumber & Coal Oo
Wall Papers Feature Beauty Grace and Enduring Quality
Strong feature highlights wallpaper beauty and graceful design. They wear well withstand wear and tear with smooth appearance. Cline and Co offers tough durable options at reasonable prices.
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Cline & OO
Valedictory address from 1911 high school class
Miss Emma Miller delivers the valedictory at the United Brethren church on April 26 1911. She thanks parents instructors and patrons and urges classmates to pursue ambition and uprightness while honoring the support that made their first success possible.
Opened Subscription School Trains 40 Pupils
Miss Alda Lukens conducts an eight week primary session beginning last Monday. Forty pupils enroll, many new to schooling, to gain early instruction before the next term.
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Alda Lukens
Pastry Sale by Ladies Aid Society at Swihart Store
The Ladies Aid Society of the M. E. church will hold a pastry sale featuring home made bread cakes and pies at Swihart store on Saturday May 6. Your patronage solicited.
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Ladies’ Aid Society
M. E. Church
Swihart
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Ing
Hazel M’crill
The
United Brethren Church
Corodors
Harry Haney
Emma Miller
Ervin Click
Rantz E. Snoberger
Philippines
Isenberger & Flemming
Square
North
Manchester
Frank Zimmerman
Gradu
Ating
Pastory Sale
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