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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1902
Page
4
A brief notice advertising Cards of Thanks service priced at 25 cents per selection, limited to ten lines or fewer. The item emphasizes brevity and a fixed rate for printed acknowledgments.
The report lists events including the Democratic State Convention in Indianapolis next Tuesday June 4. Kosciusko County Democratic Convention planned for Lake Side Park Warsaw on Saturday June 14. Northern Indiana Editorial Association meets in South Bend on June 12 and 13. A recent heavy wind and rain storm caused damage in the northern county area with unroofed houses and other destruction. Analysts note ongoing political maneuvering between Roosevelt and Hanova with cautious expectations.
The author argues Carnegie’s practical, blunt judgment was needed at the start of the expansion idea when he offered the U S government 20 million dollars to keep Spain from the Philippines. The piece frames Carnegie as lacking formal statecraft but strong in common sense.
Vandalism at the Washington Monument grows bolder with damage to wall stones in the shaft. Authorities have arrested some offenders and fined one man $20 for sharpening a knife on the memorial. Since opening in 1888 the monument has seen 2,062,000 visitors ascend to the gallery.
An Irish priest toiling among his parishioners urged them to quit whiskey, stating I will tell you Michael as he describes his sustained effort to guide his flock toward abstinence.
A fragment shows Michael and a priest clashing over enmity and guidance from a pulpit. The man questions if the priest’s preaching to love enemies really applied to himself as he reflects on orders and loyalties.
Police across Southern Michigan and Northern Indiana seek a man calling himself Jennings. He posed as an agent for a Michigan mutual insurance company and sold worthless policies after collecting advance payments. Victims number in the hundreds as his ruse expands daily. Investigation shows the insurer never existed.
In Deer Creek Indiana Rev O B Wells relates how lightning struck the U B Church tower at about 3 30 in the afternoon last Saturday while 40 persons mostly children were rehearsing. The bolt tore belts in the roof and sides, causing about 300 dollars damage, yet no one was harmed and the escape is described as wonderful.
A group of women rented a livery horse for a day trip to Winona. On the way they noted unfamiliar movements and realized they had been given the wrong horse. They returned the animal to the barn amid apologies by the attendant and resumed their outing. The horse proved gentle and no harm occurred.
F M Jaques announces extended prices beyond Saturday May 16 and says the sale will continue for cash or produce. He notes the stock remains large, especially shoes, and emphasizes cash as the needed currency for transactions.
Mrs A M Shields of Chambersburg Pa recounts a six month illness from Hay Fever and Asthma, saying Dr King's New Discovery cured her completely. She recommends it for throat and lung diseases and coughs, noting guaranteed bottles 50 cents and $1 with free trial at GC Rager's.
Mrs Wiliam Wire is on the sick list Nellie Regenos spent Sunday with her parents Ben Lowman 18 improved in health Ben Shultz and family were seen in this vicinity Monday evening Robert Burns of near Akron was seen on our streets last Sunday Claypool residents visited with S A I Tohman and family H L Oldfather and wife George Michaels and wife and Ephram Wells and wife were Sunday guests Two severe wind storms passed through Friday last week causing damage to buildings trees and fences George Michaels and Abner Moyer passed through the place last week
Community mentions Lowell family visits on Sunday. Local church dedication drew a large crowd last Sunday. Residents from Silver Lake Bar ket Rochester and North Manchester were seen in town. Several households planned fence work and a new camp building. A proposed telephone line across the lake was discussed. No Sunday School due to Pleasant Valley Convention.
Advertises a price pledge for farmers offering 14 cents per egg and 15 cents per good butter until further notice. Signed by E Braude of East Main Street Silver Lake.
Catherine Kinizel Miller of Silver Lake Indiana died May 18 1902 aged 43 years 7 months 4 days. She changed from German Lutheran to United Brethren church about 1896 and remained a devout member. She leaves a husband three children two sons and one daughter with two children having preceded her in death. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 1 pm at the United Brethren church with interment in Lakeview cemetery conducted by C J Miner.
An old advertisement claims One Minute Cough Cure cures coughs fits croup bronchitis and lung troubles with instant action. It highlights safety for children and quotes a Groveton New Jersey resident endorsing its effectiveness.
An odd moralizing piece urges readers to be meddlers to gain popularity. It promotes intruding into others affairs, neglecting one’s own tasks, and using sharp wit to entice gratitude while hinting at exposing private matters and financial schemes.
Local news reports praise the U B Church reconstruction at Yellow Creek Lake with notable papering by J W Walburn and a pretty pulpit design. Samuel Clymer visited Dayton and Dunkara Brethren attendees returned from their annual meetings to report large turnout and engaging sessions. An exchange notes a babe as the prince of wails and a universal welcome across classes.
The Milner family thanks friends and neighbors for kindness shown during the death and burial of our dear wife and mother. Joux J. Milner and children.
The revised Decoration Day service at the U B Church will feature music by ee ee Band and choir, songs including Through Fast Rolling Years and The Dear Old Flag, recitations by Edna Wiltrout and Mary Stout, a five minute talk by Rev J M Stewart, and a final song Falling into Line. The committee approved some changes but the remainder stays as originally arranged.
The Y Pp C U of the United Brethera church invites all ages to Sunday evening service. The topic is The purpose of this coming drawn from Matthews 18:11.
Geof Marsh of Nocona Texas recalls five year struggle with dyspepsia and ineffectual remedies. He credits Kodol with immediate improvement and eventual full recovery, claiming it reproduces natural digestive juices and digests all foods. Chas Rager endorses the product.
Republican delegates arrived on schedule Tuesday May 27 fully organized for the contest. The article notes the party’s candidates and the strong turnout as preparations proceed for the fray.
A battle endured despite a cold season air until nightfall, then hostilities stopped. Those who reported for duty are named: Judge Hiram Biggs, Representative Harry W Kline, Clerk A B Raser, Prosecutor Henry W Graham, Auditor El Sharp, Treasurer A E Harley, Sheriff Perry Smith, Recorder Wm A Babcock, Surveyor W J Dillingham, Coroner Dr J S Smith, Commissioner South District J O Denton, Commissioner Middle District M G Carles.
A vintage advertisement touts DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as preventing dangerous sores from burns and cuts and claims effective cures even after delay. User testimonials from H C Hardly of Yankeetown Ind praise the product after trying other remedies. Beware counterfeit warnings accompany the claim.
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