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Newspaper

Silver Lake Record

Location

Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1920

Page

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Indiana teachers attend state convention halting Silver Lake schools

The State Teachers Association meeting in Indianapolis causes Silver Lake public schools to close last evening and reopen next Monday for teachers to attend. The convention runs this week with plans to push a campaign to improve Indiana's school system from seventeenth place.

Teachers’ Association Indianapolis Silver Lake Campaign For Indiana United States

Resignation of Mail Messenger Monroe Paulus

Monroe Paulus resigns after a year of carrying mail between Big Four Station and the Post Office. He cites excessive work and trouble under the twentieth century schedule. Preparations are underway to fill the position in a couple of weeks.

Monroe Paulus Big Four

Sausamans Move to Warsaw After Public Farm Sale

Mr and Mrs Lloyd Sausaman who held a public sale on the Orpha Bridge farm west of town last Saturday have moved to Warsaw and plan that place as their future home. Mr Sausaman works as a substitute carrier on city and rural routes.

Lloyd Sausaman Orpha Bridge Warsaw Sausaman

Farmers Cooperative Telephone Co petition on rate hike

The Farmers Cooperative Telephone Company of Kosciusko County filed with the Public Service Commission of Indiana for authority to increase rates. A hearing on the petition is scheduled at the Commission rooms in Indianapolis at 2:00 p.m. October 27.

Farmers’ Co-operative Telephone Company Kosciusko County Public Service Commission of Indiana Commission Indianapolis

Child Improves at Verona After Illness

A little girl visiting relatives in Verona Illinois shows slow improvement from infantile paralysis and brain fever after weeks of care by Mrs Ira Porter and family. The child’s progress is reported by family to be favorable.

Leyi Halderman Ira Porter Verona Illinois Porter

Learn How to Vote at Town Hall With Harry W. Kline

Harry W. Kline leads a voting instruction session next Wednesday evening October 27 at 7:30 in the Town Hall. He will show how to vote what to say where to mark ballots and how to avoid errors. Attend to learn the process.

Harry W. Kline

Scarlet fever affects local boy from near Disko area

Howard Zobrosky, son of Mr and Mrs L H Zobrosky six miles southeast of here, has been gravely ill with scarlet fever. He attended school at Disko and fell ill while in the sex room.

Howard L. H. Zobrosky Here Disko

Moved to Country Farm Near Town

Albert Drudge and family moved today to the Orpha Bridge farm west of town formerly leased by Lloyd Sausaman and family who are moving to Warsaw.

Albert Drudge Orpha Bridge Farm Town Lloyd Sausaman Warsaw

Brown family moves into O B Wellsh Farm area

Holie Brown and family moved into the O B Wellsh farm west of Hatter part last week.

Holie’ Brown O.B

Good Literature Day Observance at M E Church

Good Literature Day will be observed at the M E church this place Sunday evening October 24. A special program will be in connection with the regular services. Everyone is invited.

M. E This Place

Large Republican meeting draws crowd in town

A large crowd gathered Tuesday evening for a Republican meeting. Miss Chessline of Indianapolis spoke at length on political issues, while Mrs. Cook and L. W. Rouse of Warsaw gave brief talks.

Miss Chessline Indianapolis Mrs. Cook L. W. Rouse Warsaw

Will Move to Huntington Wa Frank Gearhart sale upheaval

Frank Gearhart who held a sale yesterday northeast of town will move his family to Huntington where they will make their future home.

Frank Gearhart Huntington

Cousins Visit Emery Shutt Home Sparks Pleasant Gathering

Huntington guests D. R. Warner and wife with granddaughter and Sherman Shutt visited the Emery Shutt home Sunday. Warner and Shutt are cousins of a local townsman, making their first visit with the Shutt family. The gathering was described as very pleasant.

D. R. Warner Sherman Shutt Huntington Emery Shutt Mr. Warner Mr. Shutt

Blood Poisoning in Hand of Warsaw Resident

Thomas Groninger of the north-west Warsaw area suffers blood poisoning after puncturing his left hand on two large splinters. He is well known locally and friends express regret over this misfortune.

Thomas Groninger Warsaw Groninger

Pleasant Sunday gathering at A J Kreamer home

A pleasant gathering occurred last Sunday at the east town A J Kreamer residence. Present were Mr and Mrs John Kramer, Mr and Mrs Charles Frantz, Mr and Mrs Russell Kreamer and Grace Kreamer of Laketon, Mr and Mrs Ralph Kreamer of North Manchester, and Roy Kreamer with wife and daughter of Warsaw.

A. J. Kreamer John Kramer Charles Frantz Russell Kreamer Grace Kreamer Laketon Ralph Kreamer North Manchester Roy Kreamer Warsaw

Student Enrolls in Embalming School

Orval Carr travelled to an Indiana city yesterday to enroll as a student in an embalming school. He will remain there for a period of four months to take a course in undertaking.

Orval Carr Indianapolis

McAdo Speaks to Large Elkhart Crowd

Mr and Mrs C Carter and Mr and Mrs Joe Kerlin motored to Elkhart last Saturday and listened to an address by McAdo. A very large crowd was present.

Carter Joe Kerlin Elkhart McAdo

Robert Craig Weds Pearl McCarty in Connersville

Robert Craig formerly of this place married Pearl Mc Carty of Rushville. They plan to live at 2124 Western Avenue in Connersville after October 25. Craig has worked in Connersville for several years and friends offer congratulations.

Robert Craig

Eastern Star Lodge Welcomes New Members at Batesburg Meeting

Attendees from Batesburg and North Manchester gathered Monday evening for an Eastern Star Lodge meeting. Several new members were admitted into the order.

Manchester Eastern Star Lodge Order

Resignation of Rural Carrier On Route Two

Orval Carr resigned as Rural Carrier on route two, effective November 1, after several years in the position. An examination will be held in Warsaw soon to fill the vacancy.

Orval Carr Warsaw

Visit of Brown and Lewis Families to Bennie Drudge Home

Mrs Brown and Mrs Lewis of Alexandria visited last Sunday at the Bennie Drudge home. They are sisters to Mrs Drudge and were formerly Miss Maud McCoy and Miss Mary McCoy who lived here years ago. Mr and Mrs William Lewis also joined the visit.

Wilbur. Brown Dorris Ruth William Lewis Alexandria Bennie Drudge Home Mrs. Brown Mrs. Lewis Mrs. Drudge Maud Mary McCoy

Centralized Northern Indiana Fair Planned With Nine Counties

A Fort Wayne meeting last week discussed a centralized fair and stock show with nine counties in Northern Indiana. No definite action was taken and another meeting is planned soon. Represented counties include Allen LaGrange DeKalb Huntington Kosciusko and Noble. The event aims not to interfere with local county fairs.

Fort Wayne Allen Lagrange Dekalb Huntington Kosciusko Noble Indiana

Halloween Program At High School Auditorium

A Public Speaking Class will stage a Hallowe en program at the high school auditorium on Friday evening October 29 1920. The event features a Halloween play readings songs and instrumental music. Admission is 25 cents for adults and 15 cents for S. L. school pupils.

S. L

Gemmer to Move to Huntington After Election

H P Gemmer who disposed of his store early this week plans to relocate to Huntington after the election. He has purchased property there and the family expects to make that city their future home.

H.p.gemmer Huntington

Sister Nora Dillman Visits Indiana for Recovering Sibling

Caring For Sister Miss Nora Dillman traveled to Indiana to be with her sister Mrs. Devon Getty who is recovering from an operation performed a week ago.

Nora Dillman Indianapolis Devon Getty

Large Attendance at Jameson Funeral Services

A large crowd attended the funeral for Chas Jameson held last Friday afternoon at Center Church north of town. The service at Center Church drew many residents and family members to pay respects to the deceased.

Jameson Chas, Jameson Center Church

Pearson Couple Visit Michigan Towns Last Week

Mr and Mrs C A Pearson visited Edwardsburg Michigan last week at the Lon Pearson home. They drove to Pokagan to see the P F Helser home and spent a few hours there.

C. A. Pearson Lon Pearson Edwardsburg Michigan P. F. Helser Pokagan

Gemmer Sells Store to Ramsey and Summe

A grocery store at Main and Jefferson Streets changed hands Monday. Hugo Gemmer sold to Albert Ramsey and Edward Summe, two local young men forming Ramsey & Summe. The partners plan strong public patronage based on their hustling experience.

Hugo Gemmer Main and Jefferson Streets Albert Ramsey Edward Summe Ramsey & Summe

Big Cut in Muslin Prices Reported

In New York last week selling agents for two lines of bleached muslin announced drastic price cuts within days. One line drops from 35 cents to 20 cents per yard and another from 31 cents to 19 cents, a reduction approaching half from the high record.

New York

Helser Home Improvements Noted by Visitors in Pokagan

Mr and Mrs Frank Helser and Frank Haney and family visited the Percy Helser home near Pokagan Michigan last Sunday morning remaining until Monday They report substantial improvements since moving in and say the workers are progressing well at the residence

Frank Helser Frank Haney Percy Helser Pokagan Michigan

Farmers Busy Husking Corn in Early Season

Farmers in the locality begun husking corn earlier than usual due to warm dry weather. Much corn already stored in cribs, with oats and other crops also yielding, signaling a prosperous season for farmers in the area.

Here From Ohio Visit of Haney Family

Earl Haney and family from Montpelier Ohio visited here several days last week with relatives and friends.

Earl Haney Montpelier Ohio

Massachusetts restaurateurs called on price fix collusion

United States attorney summoned restaurant keepers from across Massachusetts over alleged price gouging. Reported items include corn at 40 cents per ear coffee at 10 cents per cup and pie at 10 cents per cut as examples of excessive pricing.

Massachusetts United States

Hickory Nuts Scarce Across Timber Regions

Report notes a shortage of hickory nuts this year with harvest hampered by blasting. Farmers may need to spray hickory trees to yield nuts. Walnut, butter, and hazel nuts are more plentiful in contrast.

Regenos Boy Makes Steady Progress at Indiana Deaf School

Dale Regenos, son of Mr and Mrs Harley Regenos, who returned to the Indiana State School for the Deaf in Indianapolis a few weeks ago, is progressing nicely in his studies. The Record visits him weekly and he enjoys reading news from this locality.

Dale Regenos Harley Regenos Here State School For the Deaf Indianapolis

Indiana Bans Open Knife Switch After October First

Fire Marshal H H Friedley acting at the request of Indiana fire chiefs and electricians issued an order banning open knife switches after October 1. The move follows a national campaign and reports of hundreds of fatal accidents linked to the device. The decree requires all new electrical installations or alterations to meet state rules and mandates closed switches to be clearly marked without opening the enclosure.

H.H. Freidley Indiana United States Friedley

To Speak Here Tonight by Hon. Fred Bowers

Hon. Fred Bowers of Huntington will address Silver Lake and nearby residents on current political issues. The talk is set for Thursday October 21 at 7 30 PM and promises an earnest, forceful appearance with an engaging discussion for all regardless of party.

Fred Bowers Huntington Silver Lake Bowers

Mrs Margaret Paulus Returns Home From Michigan Visit

Mrs Margaret Paulus returned home Tuesday after a several week visit with her grandson Roscoe Ladd in Detroit Michigan.

Margaret Paulus Roscoe Ladd Detroit

Ice Houses Burned at War-sen in Eagle Lake Fire

Ice houses at Eagle Lake War-sen were burned last Saturday evening. Loss is estimated near 25000 dollars with the fire origin still unknown.

Eagle Lake Warsen

Lecture at M E church recounts wartime overseas experiences

A large audience gathered at the M E church to hear Rev A A Hunter of the North Ohio Conference share his World War I experiences abroad. He recalled moments from his nine years ago visit and his friendship with Rev Buck while serving in the local church.

M. E. Church A. A. Hunter North Ohio M. E Rev. Hunter Buck

Public Sale Scheduled by S P Leckrone Near Silver Lake

S P Leckrone will hold a public sale at his place three miles east and a mile south of Silver Lake on Saturday Oct 30 at one o'clock. Items include a horse two cows about eight dozen chickens 20 stands of bees about 200 bushels of oats corn in crib and farm implements and household goods.

S.P. Leckrone Silver Lake

Wickiters to Seek Employment in Cleveland

Mr and Mrs E L Wickiter left here yesterday for Cleveland where Ernest Wickiter will be employed by the Western Union as chief lineman. Wickiter previously served as chief lineman for Peoples Mutual Telephone Company and made many friends here who regret their departure and wish them well in their future location.

Cleveland Ernest Western Union Wickiter Peoples Mutual Telephone Company

To Speak at Franklin by L. W. Rouse in church

L. W. Rouse of Warsaw will speak Tuesday evening October 26 at the Franklin church three miles west of town. His topic is the League of Nations as a bis subject.

L. W. Rouse Warsaw Franklin Church League of Nations

Saying Save for Rainy Days Proves Wise Rule

The proverb warns that those who promise to save for a future need often regret neglecting the habit. It contrasts planning with immediate spending and highlights prudence as a steady career of foresight.

Card of Thanks Expressing Gratitude to Community

The death of a loved one prompted a heartfelt thanks to the singers and friends for their kindness and support. The family extends sincere appreciation to the funeral home and all who offered help during this difficult time.

Notary Work At The Record Office

A brief notice notes all kinds of notary work available at the Record Office. It mentions De and bond related services in a concise directory style.

Record Office de , Bond

Poison Candy Case Heard In Evansville Court

Miss Mabel Speer, the school teacher charged with mailing a poisoned candy box to Miss Mable Hardin, appeared at a hearing in Evansville. She was bound over to the Federal Grand Jury on a $1,500 bond furnished by her father and claims innocence, while authorities continue a thorough federal inquiry.

Mattie Hardin Evansville Mabel Speer Miss Hardin Mr. Hobbs Miss Speer Federal Grand Jury Secret Service Dewitt Hobbs

Elderly Mr Rickel Visits Niece and Family

Mr George Rickel of Palestine spent Tuesday with his niece Mrs Frank Sellers and family north of town. At over 82 he is the sole survivor of the Samuel Rickel line and remains active and enjoys visits with relatives.

George Rickel Palestine Frank Sellers Mr. Rickel Samuel Rickel

Visit Notes From Bucyrus Ohio Dorsey Martin Home

Visiting in Ohio Sando Isley and his wife with Jesse Martin have been staying at the Dorsey Martin home southeast of here in Bucyrus during the past week.

Sando Isley Jesse Martin Here Bucyrus Ohio Dorsey Martin

Suffering With Blood Poisoning In North Manchester

Dennis Dul aney of North Manchester suffered a nail wound to the right hand that worsened into blood poisoning. A physician treated the palm earlier but the swelling grew, and the condition developed despite assurances of a quick recovery.

Dennis Dulaney Manchester

Death of Guy Snipes in Alanta Indiana at 22

Mrs. Richard Davis received word Tuesday from Alanta Indiana of the death of Guy Snipes a nephew aged 22 after years of kidney and heart trouble. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon in Alanta with a large turnout of friends and relatives including the Davis family.

Richard Davis Alanta Indiana Guy Snipes Snipes Davis

Lloyd Sausaman sale nets fair prices at west town venue

Attendees gathered for the sale held west of town last Saturday afternoon. All articles sold brought fair prices, reflecting healthy interest from bidders and buyers.

Lloyd Sausaman

Frank Gearhart Sale Attracts Noted Attendance Northeast Of Town

A goodly crowd gathered yesterday afternoon at the Frank Gearhart sale held northeast of town, drawing steady interest and participation from local residents.

Frank Gearhart

To Serve Eats Election Day

Vague fragment notes election day activity and mentions Mazda and Ghags of the. Readable facts are sparse. no clear entities or events to identify a full news item.

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Con Capitol City Will Connersville Batesrn Star Meeting Indiana Fair Diana Hallowe’en Gemmer Sells Store E. L. Wickiter Franklin A. Ele Fig Dertaker Silsity Feder al Court Mable Speer Federal Grand Jury Mazda
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