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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1909
Page
2
The article muses on doing good for others while keeping promises, warns against worshiping religion through a spouse, comments on joke writers versus thinkers, notes migratory birds may depart early signaling autumn, and condemns envy and extreme jealousy as hopeless traits.
A farmer declines a windmill purchase saying God has blessed his soil with sunshine and rain, prospering his crops so greatly that it would be wrong to ask Him to pump water for his stock.
The author contrasts men who lack perseverance with those who plan, act, and stick to their work. Clerks and salesmen may intend well but fail without sustained effort, while the man who designs a plan and executes it earns success.
The Claypool Journal has new ownership with Charles Henley leaving and Ralph W. Polk of Warsaw taking over. Polk vows to publish a strong, lively newspaper for Claypool residents, wishing him success.
The Record office hosts a large display of post cards in Silver Lake inviting local residents to view historic images and rare collectors pieces.
Advertisement claims catarrh is a constitutional disease not local. urges internal treatment with Halls Catarrh Cure from RB J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio, stating doses from 10 drops to a teaspoon. Emphasizes past belief in curability through local care and promotes a nationwide remedy.
The piece notes families preparing for school with new clothes books and supplies while urging readers to learn about recent school law amendments. It highlights truancy selling of school supplies and a new requirement to sing the Star Spangled Banner as a patriotic lesson in nation building and citizenship.
The Evangelical Lutheran Church led by Pastor William Hoffman lists activities at Silver Lake and North Pleasant. Sunday school at 9 30 a m with C E society at 6 30 p m and preaching at 7 30 p m. Wednesday prayer meetings and Friday choir practice are noted with North Pleasant also showing a 10 30 a m Sunday service.
Morning Sunday School at Grove Chapel and a 2:30 p.m. preaching service. Everyone is invited to attend all services at the chapel.
A watermelon patch on the Samuel Bashore place southeast of here was entered last Friday night. More than 50 large watermelons were burst and vines damaged. The known parties are asked to settle the damages to avoid prosecution.
A Michigan judge initially allowed a husband to spank his wife when necessary but now a judge and jury must decide when it is necessary. This review shifts from a single decision to a trial court determination with juror involvement.
A four year old boy named Archie offered a blunt verdict after a day of punishment. He said his parents were sick and cross, explaining why they had to punish him. The remark followed prayers as his father sought a word in season.
A reader describes cleaning a piano using lukewarm water and a cheesecloth dampened with water then kerosene, rubbing gently to remove dull smoky film, followed by a dry cloth polish until glossy.
Fragmentary quotes describe a housekeeper mentioning asbestos mats said to have been given to her. The passage preserves a risky detail about items used to protect a table.
The Indiana Fair at Indianapolis plans extensive improvements for the week of Sept 6 to accommodate thousands of visitors. New cement walks, deep well water supply, a 600 gpm pump, turnstiles, drinking fountains, and a large coliseum are part of the upgrades. The flower show, under the Indiana Florists Association, offers over $800 in prizes with both professional and amateur entrants.
Scientists discover 100000 year old human bones in a Swiss cave indicating ancient danger from wild beasts. The report notes historical peril and references artifacts and research context.
Barnard the food and drug commissioner urges buyers to test eggs with the candle test to detect spoilage. He warns produce dealers to avoid violations as bad eggs enter public markets from farms.
Rain fell Friday in Germantown as Arley Ring and wife visited the area. Irvin Parker and family called at the Clink home Sunday. Mrs. Sylvester Johnston is slowly improving. Rev. Hoffman gave a sermon to an attentive crowd. John Ring and wife of Clyde Ohio visited H. D. Ring and relatives. A P. W. Snake home family reunion drew thirty five attendees for a pleasant day.
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