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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1913
Page
1
A historically dense plea invites support for Brethren Church events and long standing worship. The piece asks members to attend a December service celebrating the church’s fifty year presence and to contribute offerings and sustenance for the future.
The school held a varied program with Scamps recitations readings piano solos piano duets and orchestra. It lasted over two hours and showcased strong instruction and effort by teachers shaping students to face life’s battles. Patrons are urged to visit and stay in touch with the schoolwork.
Mat Snyder appeared in town yesterday Wednesday marking his first return in several months. He has been confined to his home with rheumatism.
Charles Jontz, previously employed near Hearn Saskatchewan, returned home last Friday evening. He described Canada as a very favorable country with level land and clear views, and he hinted he might return there in the near future.
Seld Miami County farmer McCrilles Brooks, living east of here, travelled to Peru last week to complete a farm sale near Pettys ville. He sold 170 acres for $18,200 and retains 70 acres of the property.
Diphtheria led to several illnesses in Disko last week with a family case of Mr. and Mrs. Avengeford noted as seriously ill. authorities feared spread to close relatives during the outbreak.
Mr Wells and wife arrive back in Virginia after a weeklong visit with relatives. Wells notes the trip was prompted by the illness and recent death of his sister Mrs Jana Keewman, who had been a resident of Warsas.
In a crash near Te Phelas on Beis Road two men were killed and others injured. Witnesses say a seat or hearing issue occurred as the group walked along the roadway. The remains were sent to a hospital for examination.
A brief notice claims an opportunity to earn money by inserting an ad in the Recoxple. It urges readers to try the scheme and promises payment, with minimal detail on process or legitimacy.
Last evening at Miss Neva Hemming's home the 8. T. Club gathered for a three course turkey supper. Afterward the group relaxed with social conversation, singing, and various amusements.
Thanksgiving Day reflection notes gratitude toward the Supreme Ruler for blessings and health. The piece cites crops, family losses, community support for the Silver Lake Record, and a pledge to serve patrons with loyalty and friendly relations in the year ahead.
Miss Trene Wilrout schedules a party and marshmallow toast for Thursday evening with a group of her girl friends.
H. J. Waylor of Indianapolis stayed this week with the Suraame boys during a hunting trip. He hunted rabbits and quail between tunes, adding to local chatter about his visit and activities.
The funeral was held in Palestine this forenoon for Mrs. Henry Jeaton. She was a sister of Mrs. Verina Witey of this place and was attended by the Wile family.
Self came home from Whiting last evening to spend Thanksgiving with her parents Sir and Mrs J. Seif.
The Stout and Prowpyfontz families moved to a home north east of Columbia City on Walnut Street. They delivered goods to assist Mrs Stout and plan Mr Stout to join Sunme Brothers Hardware after the new year.
Miss Verna Hoke comes home from Anderson and will remain here until Monday afternoon, rejoining her grandmother, Mrs. J. Wiltrout.
Message invites readers to send a record to sons daughters brothers sisters fathers mothers or friends living away for a year at the price of one dollar. It promises grateful recipients who will hear from them weekly.
Mrs Emma Lowman underwent an operation at her Warsaw home last Sunday and is reported to be getting along nicely. She is a sister of Mrs Ezra Hommian of this place.
Mrs N M Frantz started a several weeks visit in Kansas with relatives. She traveled from Indianapolis and was accompanied that far by Mr Frantz.
Frank Sunday from Michigan arrives with his father Fred Sunday and brother A L Sunday and wife, visiting west of town. It is his first visit in nearly twenty years.
Representatives from twenty seven telephone companies met in Plymouth last Thursday to form the Northern Indiana Telephone Association. Delegates cover 25120 subscribers with about 5006000 dollars in investment. The group aims to advance mutual interests and coopera tion and will hold annual meetings on the first Thursday after June 16. Guests included 40 visiting members and the Winona Telephone Co. hosted at the Rose House. H L Oldfather represented People’s Mutual Telephone Co. at the event.
T C McClure and his wife and daughter Nellie will travel to Chicago Sunday to spend a week attending the stock show and sightseeing in the city.
A note invites readers to copy the RECORD next week to share with friends. It suggests collecting the edition to stay informed about community print coverage and local developments.
A condensed October report on three rural routes shows 16 774 pieces delivered and 1 797 received, weighing 2 470 13 16 pounds. Of the total 5 744 letters and 10 085 papers accounted for, with the remainder in circulars parcels and franked matter.
Elmer Lsinghman and family relocated from the rural area east of town to a residence on east Sycamore Street, marking a move from country to town living.
Edwin Davis of Live Oak Florida is highlighted in a local notice about his community service and outreach efforts. The piece notes his role in communications and invites support for his initiatives.
Edwin Davis describes a trip from Silver Lake to Florida via Indianapolis Cincinnati and Jacksonville aboard the Royal Palm. He notes passing Lookout Mountain the National Cemetery and crossing a 317 foot bridge plus twenty seven tunnels ending with unclear arrival before stopping.
Mrs J C Hay hosted a social gathering at her home last evening in honor of her daughter Miss Caithbrine. A number of young people attended.
A new serial tale titled The Mystery of Mary debuts in The Record. A handsome young lawyer helps a troubled mysterious woman who enters his life and, through peril and romance, she is saved. Readers are urged to subscribe for the opening chapter and subsequent installments.
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