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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1949
Page
1
A well attended Farmers Meeting at Patoka Gym on April 5 sponsored by Patoka Farmers Elevator and National Mars Company featured films on hogs poultry and dairy. Awards included a 5 foot poultry feeder to Mary Jett and nine other prizes. A social hour with donuts coffee and pop followed.
Infant child of Mr and Mrs Bud Moore dies at Cen tralia hospital at 5 am Tuesday. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Ted Moore and Mr and Mrs Bill Brewer. Graveside services held Tuesday afternoon with Rev Friesner in charge.
Vernon area residents join Cen tralia district Rebekahs meeting with Minnie Peddicord tribute to the flag and Isabel Doolen as assistant outside guardian. Others visit relatives in St Louis Chicago Salem Vandalia and Centralia as flights and gatherings mark the week.
Firefighters from Sandoval and Patoka staged a comic benefit game at Sandoval Community High School featuring costumes from grass skirts to raincoats. The event included 50 yard dashes, odd plays, and a ladder—raising over $90 for the Patoka Fire Bugs with a rematch planned at Patoka Gym on April 8.
Patoka Pentecost Church lists Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m. Young Peoples Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Evangelistic Services at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meet at 7:30 p.m. The Pentecostal Sunday School invites attendees not in other Sunday schools. Amy Bradley is pastor and F E Adams is S S Supt.
The Patoka Methodist Church led by Minister M. W. Friesner offers Church School at 9 30 a m with Geo J Wasem, Morning Worship at 10 45 a m, Youth Fellowship at 6 45 p m, Evening Services at 7 30 p m, Web and Willing Workers Class Meeting at 7 30 p m, and Thursday Prayer Service at 7 30 p m. A birthday sing for Marcus Cox and Don Griffin was held last Sunday.
Mr and Mrs H L Smith and daughter Evelyn of Decatur Mr and Mrs Joe Chambers and daughter Dianne Mr and Mrs Charles Humes all of Centralia Mr and Mrs Carroll Mojonnier and son Timothy and Mr and Mrs Edwin Nattier and daughter Catherine joined Mr and Mrs P J Mojonnier for a Sunday birthday dinner The children's table featured a candy rabbit and Easter eggs as a centerpiece a gift from Brenda and Murl Thompson
Laura Haley thanks all who sent cards and flowers from the Christian Church, and the Sunbeams for fruit, during her illness.
Tommy Dean Martin son of Dean Martin and grandson of Wes Martin won a Superior rating in Effingham Illinois in a yearly contest benefiting grade and high school music students. He played Carnival of Venice by Herbert L Clark earning multiple A scores and praise from judge Mr Corridors of Centralia as his teacher.
Floyd Walker Homer Outhouse and Irvin Noller were appointed by the remaining Sandoval Community High School Board members to fill vacancies caused by the resignations of Dean Martin Ted Ticknor and O Heinzmann.
The Vernon 4 H Club organized as Happy Home Workers with April 2 initial meeting at Mrs Frances Headleys home led by head leader. Lodema Bylsis assists. Officers elected include Janice Hathaway president Patty Bayliss vice president Marilyn Headley secretary Judy Easley treasurer and club reporter.
The Patoka Lions Club sponsors an Easter Egg Hunt at Patoka city park on Sunday April 17 at 1 30 p m for children in grades under 14. Three prizes per age group up to thirteen, baskets needed, and a prize for the prettiest decorated basket.
Sunday School attendance reached 74 with birthdays for Lynn Phinney and Milton Bayliss. An Easter morning program with special numbers by the quartette and classes is planned. An Easter egg hunt for youngsters is set for 2 PM with Superintendents Orville West and Stewart Meador.
Mrs Bert Walker visited relatives in Alton for several days this week, returning home afterward.
Lorena Christian and Victoria Chapter officers surprised Worthy Matron Mary Meryman at the Masonic hall on April 6 with a birthday gathering. The room held Eastern Star members and families as songs and gifts shared gratitude for the honored guest.
Isaac Alonzo Pritchett born February 2 1879 near Highland Illinois died March 12 1949 at his home west of Alma aged 70 years 1 month 10 days He married Etola Sutherland July 30 1911 She survives with son Clarence Pritchett Lincoln Illinois a grandson two sisters Rosa Kennedy and Julia Chilton Decatur plus nieces nephews and cousins His parents a brother and a sister preceded him in death The poem lines reflect his faith and farewell to friends and family.
The public sale of Eaglin School House on April 2 1949 was purchased by the General Baptist Church which organized in 1946. Mission granted by Mrs Amarilla Moore from the Eaglin heirs left the building on its present site for church services held each Sunday. Rev Verle Clifton is the pastor. Everyone is welcome to worship.
A newly elected Patoka Township Clerk thanks voters for their support in the recent election and offers help, inviting residents to call at the office for assistance.
A local official thanks voters for their April 5 election support. The message notes changes in county politics but commits to honest service for Patoka Township and Marion County and calls for unity for mutual benefit.
Mrs Ina Anderson of Patoka visited at the home of Mr and Mrs John Chance. H H Jones was a business visitor in Sandoval last Friday. Mr and Mrs Elmer Frizzel were visitors in Mt Vernon Sunday at the home of Mr and Mrs Dow Green.
The body of Mrs. Floy Mascher of Dietrick Sr. was identified as one of 69 dead in the Effingham hospital fire that began Monday night. Mascher, sister-in-law of Patoka resident Mrs. C R Richeson, died after entry at 4 30 Monday. funeral was in Dietrich and burial in Flora. Thirteen of the dead were newborns. fourteens bodies are missing and two remain unidentified.
Sunbeams gathered at Mars and Brenda Thompson on Saturday afternoon April 2 with new president James Lynn welcoming Sherry Lee Thomp son and Decatur visitors Mrs. Olin Thompson and children Tommie and Roger. The group recited Bible verses, distributed migrant aid booklets, performed a panto mime, and heard thank you notes as refreshments were served.
Rex Brown leads Sunday services at 9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. preaching and 7:00 p.m. training union with 8:00 p.m. evening worship. The Sword Drill and Better Speakers Contest occur April 10 at 2:30 p.m. The W M S meeting is April 14 at 2:00 p.m. with Loretta Genre and Eva Wasem. Revival begins April 10 with Rev. Belamy directing singing. Birthday wishes were offered for five congregants.
At the regular meeting of Vernon Rebekah Lodge No. 426 on Tuesday evening a school of instruction was held by Mrs. Nelle Kile of Vandalia. Mrs. Gladys Truitt, Vice President of District No. 25, was a guest. After business, refreshments of homemade ice cream and cake were served and Mrs. Bertha Danbury entertained with readings. The group then enjoyed social time with visiting and cards.
Mr and Mrs Eli Green announce the birth of a son at Mark Greer hospital in Vandalia on April 5.
The Willing Workers Class of the Methodist Church sponsors a bakery and food sale at the library starting at 9 a.m. on April 16. Proceeds support church activities and local needs.
In memory of our loving husband and father Roy Murray who passed away April 5 1947. Sadly missed by wife and children The Murray Family.
Robert Eagan, local Red Cross Drive chairman, reports $221.82 collected in Patoka, far exceeding the $175 quota. The additional funds reflect strong community support for relief efforts.
Voters at Vernon and Patoka cast ballots April 5 with clear turnout. Results show Supervisor W M Nat tier 268, W E Field 212. Town Clerk Mac Eagan 279, W E Wernsman 211. Assessor Dan Thorpe 282. Justice Cecil Black 242, Noah Carter 226. Constable James Ballance 251, Wm Perkins 220. School Trustee George Walton 264. Patoka straight ballots 108 Dem 93 Rep. Vernon 44 Dem 62 Rep.
F E Webb pioneer oil man who opened the Wagoner field in 1912 died at his Wagoner home after a long illness. Born in Ewing Illinois he was 71. Webb drilled the first oil well in the Wilcox sand and opened multiple fields including near India and Iron County Texas. Funeral services were held at the First Christian Church Wagoner with burial in Elmwood Cemetery. Surviving are his wife Beulah a daughter Jane Webb three sons Harold H Ed Jr and Roy L all in Tulsa and a sister Mrs Dollie Neal of Benton Illinois.
Pastor C R Farmer leads Sunday School at 9:30 a.m and Evangelistic Service at 7:30 p.m. A children’s meeting, Bible study, and prayer meetings are planned with dates including Tuesday nights and Friday at the Kleemans home.
Charles Moore and Carl Robertson attended a dinner and paint demonstration at Glove Lumber Co. in Cen tralia hosted by the Pittenger Hotel. An announcement for the forthcoming Lazy Moon Minstrel is noted. Mrs Maud Curtis returned home to Ramsey on Wednesday after a three week stay with sister Mrs T E Snyder.
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