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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1910
Page
1
Sophia Ogden long known in the locality died at her daughter Mrs Joseph Gaertes home in Alexandria after a lengthy invalid condition. She was unconscious for more than a day before death and the remains were brought home on Tuesday for funeral services at the Franklin church west of town.
Sophia Kemp born October 10 1830 in Wayne County Ohio died September 17 1910 at her daughter’s home in Alexandria aged 79 years 11 months 7 days She moved to Indiana at age twelve joined the Church of God at eighteen and served as a devoted church worker She was twice widowed before a third marriage to Samuel Ogden in 1867 He died in 1907 She leaves two daughters Mrs Alice Gaerte and Mrs Cyrus Doubt four grandchildren and nine great grandchildren Funeral was at Franklin Church three miles west of Silver Lake conducted by Rev A J Burk with interment in Franklin Cemetery.
Raised Some Good Corn Fir K Replinger brought several ears to the office and reports an estimated yield of 1260 to 1500 bushels, claiming the year’s crop is not a failure and the ears are among the finest seen.
Notice is hereby given the members of the joint council of the Lutheran charge of Silver Lake that said council will meet in semi annual session on Saturday September 24 at 9 30 a m at the Lutheran church in Silver Lake. WM HOFFMANN Pastor.
E. E. Shipley of Lawton Oklahoma toured Claypool and Warsaw Indiana this week visiting old friends from his boyhood days. He serves as cashier of the City National Bank of Lawton and is a stockholder in multiple banks and a gas and oil company executive.
Fred Furman, an experienced fisher man, stayed several days with the Pear sons and landed a nice batch of fish before returning to Summitville. A longtime resident, he formerly served as agent for the Big Four in this area.
The note previews new fall offerings from Cline and Co. highlighting fresh copyrights and a curated selection for the season. The item reads as a catalog teaser signaling upcoming titles and publisher focus.
Rev. Buck started a series of revival meetings at the South Pleasant M EK church last Sunday evening. The services are well attended and generating much interest as Rev. Buck delivers several strong sermons.
A writer suggests reversing the usual question to focus on how a teacher is liked by students. He argues that pupils should learn to strive to please and engage the teacher, which could improve learning. He notes incompetence is rare and calls for early lessons that each child has an important role in the classroom.
The speaker extols self reliance and integrity as the path to eminence. Wealth or powerful friends matter less than a fixed, determined heart, guiding virtue toward a goal. With steady effort, honors gather and influence travels silently to bless others.
The first Hill reunion drew 119 attendees from several towns. Speakers included Rev. Buck, Rev. S. M. Hill, and Rev. T. M. Hill. Officers elected were W. W. Hill President A J Hill Vice President C C Weimer Secretary and Frank Hill Treasurer. Next gathering set for August 1911. Distanced attendees came from Leesburg Plymouth Leiters Ford Russell Sands Indianapolis Centralia and more.
A Louisville Courier Journal item toys with a pun about a basket of chips and poker chips, joking that the phrase may reference a mixed grab of casino style tokens. The note treats the line as a light linguistic aside rather than a news event.
The article urges immediate action against tall weeds on ditch banks and roadsides. Mow now, burn after drying, and avoid delaying until spring when seeds survive burning. Targets rag weeds, sunflowers, giant marsh elders and similar species to prevent seed scattering.
Irvin Lidecker a 16 year old youth is jailed at Plymouth and will answer in circuit court to a charge of grand larceny. He is accused of stealing a horse and buggy belonging to a Bremen man.
A brief item notes a humorous reflection about a man’s troubles allegedly wearing petticoats in a remark attributed to Loudon Telegraph. The remark’s light satire hints at social attitudes toward gender roles.
The advertisement for Cline & Co promotes new copyrights at extremely low prices. Readers are urged to call and review the listed titles and prices.
Nelson Richhart, 77, a prominent Warsaw resident, collapsed and died on a street last Saturday morning. Known as a member of the Richhart trio of blind singers with John and Sue, they toured Indiana and Ohio under Rev. Abram Milice, earning local and regional renown.
A person may be fined $200 for taking mail from a box that was not theirs and not returning it immediately. The defense that it was placed there by post office employees will not relieve responsibility. Any wrong mail found must be returned at once.
Two marriage licenses were issued. Elza Heckman of Claypool and Pearl Moyer of the northwest area were united in marriage Wednesday of last week. Clinton Harrison Schue and Lulu Blanche Kurtz wed Thursday morning near Claypool, with many friends in Silver Lake area sending congratulations.
A compact reflection on cheerfulness described as an excellent trait that brightens daily life. The author, Samuel Smiles, notes it endures through good weather and daily challenges, framing it as a valuable personal quality.
A discussion on how sudden riches alter behavior and charity within a family and social circle. Wealth brings new houses and status, while old friends fade and generosity narrows as self-advancement becomes the visible measure of success. Solomon’s glory cited.
The township schools began Monday with good attendance and bright prospects. Teachers bear responsibility backed by state law, while parents must support pupils and report truancy. a plan urges home study and praise for teachers as students learn. District staff includes Carrs, Frantz, Snyder, Botts, Lee Cline, Jennings, Martindale, Kerlin, Arthur, Lukens. In-town schools enroll 110 pupils, 47 in high school.
A New York banker urges government minting of a 24 cent piece to save consumers about 30 million dollars annually. He cites frequent half cent losses in retail dealings and the compounding effect over a year on items bought in halves or fractions, noting the potential impact on household budgets.
Sold store helm Suorf and Co of North M coe and their stock described in brief notice.
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