James A Meek Nearing End From Long Cancer Ordeal
James A. Meek has suffered for a year and a half from cancer now inside his throat making swallowing almost impossible. Confined to home he endures intense pain as the disease progresses with weeks or days to live. He recalls Libby Prison confinement but with no hope now. the community extends sympathy to him and his family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A. Meek
Aomman
Meek
Starvator
Libby Prison
Suupityas
Hing
Homes Desired for Children by State Charities Board
The Board of State Charities reports ongoing need for homes for dependent children and urges volunteers to consider fostering. They note past success and seek individuals able to provide a suitable family environment. For more information contact the State Charities Board, state offices, Indianapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Urattsgaer Wetiel
Piceise
Tudianapesis Dred
Romantic December marriage ties Ray Davenport and Miss Tressa Riverto
In December about a year ago Ray Davenport of Disko and Miss Tressa Riverto of Reane quietly married in Mirchigan. The bride returned home to Reann gtel and resumed her duties while Davenport worked on the barge farm. Parents, friends, and a wide circle noted the union as the couple planned a future together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Are
Ray Davenport
Disko
Tressa Riverto
Reane
Mirchigan
Reann Gtel
Davenport
Miss Bigert
Ray Davesport
Tear Disko
Mighi- Zan
Roana
Farmal
Diskatakian
Country Visit Delights Shipley Hosts Guests
Mesdames Paulus Ebert Carter Amiss Groninger and Zimmeriing spent a day at the country home of Mr and Mrs C W Shipley northwest of Claypool enjoying a delightful visit Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesdames Paulus
Ebert, Carter, Amiss, Groninger
Zimmeriing
C. W. Shipley
Claypool
Debtors in China Seek Year End Payoffs
A report notes efforts in China to settle debts before the year ends while observers remark on cultural contrasts with a Christian country. The piece hints at financial strain and cross cultural expectations amid holiday seasons.
Business Block in Claypool Being Improved
C. C. Wise of Claypool installs a complete hot water heating system in his hotel and business block along with other improvements. The work aims to greatly raise property value and create a first rate hotel complex in a country town in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. C. Wise
Claypool
Y P S C F Musical Evening Pleases Town Audience
The Young Peoples Social Christian Endeavor society presented a Tuesday evening program by the Y P S C E girls. Encores indicated strong audience enjoyment while the group raises about 250 for paying the Lutheran church heating plant debt.
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Young Peoples Social Christian Endeavor Society
Left Arm Broken Frankie Jones Injury on Saturday
Frankie Jones five year old son of Mr. and Mrs. L O Jones fractured both bones of his left arm between the elbow and wrist while playing on a hand sled Saturday afternoon. Dr Leckrone reduced the fracture and the boy is progressing nicely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trrankie
Ira Kissinger
Frankie
Leckrone
Barnhart to Represent Thirteenth District in Unexpired Term
December start for Congressman elect Barnhart to fill the late A. L. Brick’s unexpired term. He will draw a full year’s salary of 7400 pounds. C. G. Conn of Ekhart was the last Democrat from this district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Brick
C.G. Conn
Ekhart
Barnhart
Briek
Goldsmith and Boots Offer Premium Tickets and Free Press Suits
Goldsmith and Boots pledge premium tickets and free press suits for clients, highlighting guaranteed goods and complimentary tailoring services. The notice emphasizes their brand promise and customer assurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goldsmith & Boots
Record Subscription Notice Seeks Dues Before Jan 1
A brief appeal asks recipients to pay the amount due on their Record subscription before January 1 to ensure continued service and to receive thanks for prompt payment.
Kosciusko County Teachers to Hold Two Day Meeting
The seventeenth annual Kosciusko county teachers association session will be held in Warsaw on Friday and Saturday November 27 and 28. About 225 teachers from the county are expected to attend this two day program described as fine and very interesting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kosciusko
Miss Rae Shoemaker Married in Hamlet Vows
On Saturday November 14 Philip Wolfrom of Hamlet and Miss Rae Shoemaker of Claypool united in marriage. Mrs Wolfrom is the daughter of Jacob Shoemaker of Claypool and sister to Mrs Walter Tridle who lives east of town. The couple will reside in Hamlet.
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Philip Wolfrom
Hamlet
Rae Shoemaker
Claypool
Wolfrom
Jacob Shoemaker
Walter Tridle
Hundreds of Christmas Post Cards at the RECORD Office
A pile of Christmas post cards fills the RECORD office desk as staff prepare for year end mailings and holiday greetings. The scene shows catalogs, envelopes, and stamps in readiness for distribution.
Nobody Noted For Doing Right Makes The News
The piece argues that media focus on wrongdoing while faithful behavior goes unremarked. It notes many go right while a few go wrong draw sensational coverage, and the exception becomes the story.
Edna Swics and a Bargain Sale Cry
Local item notes urge readers to buy now while prices stay low with a terse call to action. Edna Swics appears as a byline or signature for the prompt.
Surprise Birthday For Mrs Worley At Claypool Home
A large gathering celebrated Mrs Nettie Worley of Claypool on her forty fourth birthday last Sunday at the East of Claypool home. Her daughters Joss Shipley and Miss Frankie organized the surprise with more than thirty guests arriving before she suspected a party. Relatives from Sidney Warsaw Elkhart Silver Lake and nearby areas attended and brought baskets for a feast, with gifts presented by many visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nettie Worley
Claypool
Joss Shipley
Frankie
Luan
John Bloom
Joseph Bloom
Sidney
Frank Bloom
Fuss Shipley
Joan S. Sheets
Mary Hill
Vicinity
Zadie Tucker
Ollie Bloom
Warsaw
Minnie Zimmerman
Faun Worley
Elkhart
G. A. Brush
Silver Lake
Conner and Miss Baker Wed at St Pauls Church
Herschel M Conner of Tampa and Miss Pansy Baker were united in matrimony at St Pauls Church with Rev Stout officiating. The ceremony followed by an intimate reception at the bride’s home, gifts included cut glass and decorated china. The couple will travel to Tampa and then north on a wedding tour.
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St. Paul’s Church
Pansy F
Mio Alonzo Baker
Herschel Meryl Conner
Florida
Li Harttell
Baker
Bimin Alonzo Baker, Jr
Conner
Tampa
Key West
Connor
Olivette
The Day to Return Thanks Thanksgiving Proclamation
Thanksgiving day is set aside to give thanks to the supreme ruler for blessings large and small. The article notes a year without major catastrophes, bounteous crops, and personal losses while urging devout grateful reflection and varied ways to observe the holiday.
Rural Mail Boxes Are Government Property Warned
Many readers may not know rural mail boxes, though bought by farmers, belong to the government and it is illegal to tamper with them or place advertising in the boxes. This fact should be kept in mind.
Monument Erected at Rose Hill Cemetery
Boecker and Son placed a three piece monument last week at the grave of the late Creighton Oldfather in Rose Hill Cemetery.
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Boecker & Son
Rose Hill Ceemetery
Creighton Oldfather
Rainfall Nourishes Cisterns After Monday Night Shower
A steady rain Monday night filled cisterns that were nearly empty though wells remained unchanged. Citizens had hauled lake water into some tanks, and the rain aided storage for future use.
Farmers' Mutual Relief Association Meeting Notice
The 30th annual meeting of the Farmers' Mutual Relief Association of Kosciusko County Indiana is set for December 5 1908 at 10 am in the Warsaw court room. Officers will be elected and the constitution revision report reviewed along with other business. Joel Hall President S D Anglin Secretary Warsaw Ind November 23 1908.
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Grand Lodge
The
Independent Order of Odd Fellows of
Indiana
Indianapolis
Mst
United States
Labres
Farmers’ Mutual Relief Association
Kosciusko County
Warsaw
Joel Hall
D. Anglin
Sec
Wersaw
Ind
Children's stylish suits at popular prices
Goldsmith and Boots offers the latest patterns in children's suits at affordable prices, inviting shoppers to update wardrobes with fashionable, budget friendly options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goldsmith & Boots
Subscribing Now to the Silver Lake Record
A resident urges readers to subscribe to the Silver Lake Record at once, noting neighbors dislike refusing a loan and keeping the paper nearby for timely access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silver Lake
Pearson's Fresh Bread Stands Out Every Time
For bread that is fresh and fine, Pearson's offers consistent quality and reliable availability, inviting daily patrons to choose their loaves with confidence.
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Pearson’s
Pearson’s Restorant
Death of Mrs Brandenburg in Brethren Michigan
Mrs Mary Brandenburg died suddenly from heart failure at Brethren Michigan on October 19 at age 72. She lived with her son and died as she arrived at a neighbor’s house. Survived by three sons and three daughters with several living nearby in Michigan. Funeral attended by Harvey and Jacob Brandenburg and several daughters on October 21.
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Mary Brandenburg
Brethren, Mich
Brethren
George Brandenburg
Jacob Brandenburg
Sidney
Harvey Brandenburg
Sarah Rhodes
Silver Lake
Rechael Lamer
Dowagiac
Mich
Susan Brandenburg
Bachelor
Harvey
Lydia Brandenburg
Green Hat Requested by Goldsmith and Boots
North Manchester Ind firm Goldsmith and Boots seeks a green hat and up-to-date items for inventory or display. Local shop records show ongoing request and potential supplier contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goldsmith & Boots
North
Manchester
Ind
Family Reunion At Zimmerman Home Draws Wide Kinfolk
A large Zimmerman family reunion gathered at the home of Mr and Mrs Zimmerman with sons and daughters present from Kendallville Wawaka Brimfield and Marion along with many families tonight most visitors arrived yesterday and plan to depart tomorrow the event described as a memorable gathering to be cherished by young and old alike
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Jr. Zimmerman
Robert
Stratford
Texas
Clarence Zimmerman
Artie Zimmerman
Kendallville
Charle Schwab
Wawaka
Walter Zimmerman
Brimfield
Floyd V. Zimmerman
Marion
Madge
Marie
Carel
Mrs L W Myers Returns Home From St Louis Visit
Mrs L W Myers returns from several weeks in St Louis staying with her daughter Mrs J H Anglin and husband. Come in and see our swell line in men's top and rail coats. Goldsmith.
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Goldsmith & Boots
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