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Newspaper

Patoka Register

Location

Patoka, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1947

Page

3

Welen Tot We Ade Twenty Five Years After

Twenty five years pass since Richard McFar lane vanished in World War I as Julia faces new fears in World War II. Her children Ric and Jill grow up amid military service. Ric, 27, fails the air corps. Jill, 26, loves Lt Spang Gordon, who seems aloof. Julia confides in Dave Patterson, a longtime family friend secretly in love with her. Jill and Spang attend a dance. Jill realizes she loves him, but he does not return her feelings. To mask her own, she behaves gay.

Richard McFarlane Julia John I. McFarlane Ric Air Corps Jill Spang Gordon Dave Patterson Spang Rick Gal Svang Mamie Holiness Church Buzzard’s Hill John I Dooley McFarlane McFarlanes Augusta J. Evans Africa Dave Grandfather Washington Christ Jerusalem David Israel Jordan God Satan

Ric and Jill confront a quiet affair amid war era hopes

Spang warns Jill about Ric's possible infidelity while he confesses concern for her mother and the delicate balance of love and duty. Jill wrestles with longing, fear of heartbreak, and plans to seek Spang again before he ships out, as Dooley offers pragmatic comfort about life’s meaning.

Lesson for April 20

A brief note announces the lesson for April 20 with subject and scripture texts selected and credited to the International Council of Religious Education for use by permission.

International Council of Religious Education

Two-Piece Froth Date Frock for Girls in Bright Buttons

Pattern No 1614 offers a two piece frock for girls in sizes 6 10 12 and 14 with size 8 242 yards 35 inch. It flatters a young figure with a side swept closing soft gathers and bright buttons on the right hip designed to win compliments at each wearing.

L_ NES Charm Unlimited

Repairing a defective drainboard with copper or lead groove

A sink repair method describes sawing a narrow front groove in the drainboard and inserting a thin strip of sheet copper or lead, bending it over the sink, and securing with brass screws to prevent rust. It also notes how to gain leverage by placing the hammer claw over the blade and using the hammer handle for leverage.

New sashcard installation requires proper stretching

Before installation a sashcard should be well stretched to ensure fit and stability. Proper tension prevents sagging and aligns with standard framing practices used in carpentry projects.

Corduroy Fabric Traits For Home Interiors

Corduroy is a light weight graceful fabric for windows furniture coverings and bedspreads. It offers pattern and plain options and wears and cleans easily. The narrow waled kind suits interior work and colors are generally soft.

Preparing a Car First Aid Kit From a Purse

Advice on making an emergency car first aid kit using a discarded purse. Place between tissue paper and include a few essential medical supplies for quick access, ensuring readiness for emergencies.

Vegetable brush beats dish cloth for washing dishes

A vegetable brush works better than a dish cloth for washing dishes. It removes sticky spots and is easier to keep clean and sweet.

Draperies and Fabrics Match Plain or Patterned Walls

A decorative tip notes plain or small patterned fabrics suit figured walls, while fabrics pair best with a plain wall. The guidance contrasts wall textures with drapery choices to balance room design.

Ink eraser tip with bleach solution

A quick tip advises when ink errors occur to dip a match stick in a bleach solution and rub the spot. This method promises rapid erasure, implying that ink can be removed swiftly by chemical action.

Cane seating care tip for soda and water scrub

This note explains tightening cane seats by scrubbing with a weak soda and water solution and letting them dry. It warns against contact of the solution with wood surfaces to avoid damage.

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