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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1945
Page
7
The article advises using lukewarm water for washing and rinsing to prevent shrinkage in woolens and flannels. It cautions against wringing or twisting and advises hanging on warm days to avoid cold air.
Mr and Mrs Virgil Klinge spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Frank Beck. W C T U met with Mrs Rollie Klinge Wednesday afternoon. Rev Harry Olin spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs John Anderson and family. Mrs Arewine Willett visited relatives in Cham paign from Friday to Monday. Nellie Lane Holt and Sumarian visited Vandalia residents Paul Metzger family Saturday. Hugh McKimmey formerly of STRINGTOWN spent Saturday night with Henry Frisby and Sunday with John Anderson and Rollie Klinge. later with Mrs Saul Blankenship of Van-
Carter Lumber Company advertises concrete blocks from 125 N. Commercial Central City. Blocks replace bricks, save labor, include air channels for insulation, are fireproof and durable. Plastering walls is possible. call 880 for prices and information.
The ad promotes Hite Cleaners at 122 S. Poplar Centralia under Mr. Forrest D. Hite. It touts repairs alterations and dry cleaning with quick service and a Little Extra Service. Hats are cleaned and re blocked.
This reputable firm at 1407 S Locust is the official AAA Garage of Centralia offering 24 hour wrecker service. They repair all makes of cars and trucks and are an official class A truck inspection station plus Willard battery sales and service. Wheel alignment is a specialty and they are noted for prompt, efficient work.
The Diamond Cafe in Wiinac at 17th and Wabash gains Southern Illinois praise for its savory steaks and chicken dinners and Italian spaghetti. Cooks of rare ability and courteous attendants promise attentive service whether a sandwich or full dinner is ordered. Prices are described as reasonable and patrons recommend the cafe throughout the term.
Mrs. Dale Revis of Vandalia spent the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs Frank Beck. Rev Harry Olin closed a two week revival at this place Sunday night. The church was greatly revived and there were nine conversions. All but one were taken into the church Sunday morning.
Vernon Junior Class and teachers J F Hickman and Miss Minnie Peddicord traveled to Centralia last Friday to have yearbook pictures taken and also visited the Centralia Sentinel office. Local residents and families joined in weekend visits and routine activities across nearby towns.
The Illinois Cafe in the Illinois Hotel Building at Broadway and Chestnut Centralia reopens under Minnie Lightenfeld. It promises top quality meats and vegetables, prepared by experienced cooks, with friendly staff and a spotless cafeteria atmosphere.
Cottage Cafe in Centralia run by Mary and Bessie Anderson offers home cooked meals at reasonable prices. The ad emphasizes high quality food and attentive service, noting the cafe welcomes patrons from Centralia and the trade territory and praising the cooks and staff as “tops.”
Centralia shoppers are invited to Aut's Food Store at 1233 37 N Elm St. John Stedlen oversees a market touting choice cuts fresh produce and staples. Rural residents and townsfolk favor this convenient one stop shop for groceries meats fruits vegetables and more.
Skete's Tavern in Centralia, owned by Edward G. Farthing, is praised as a high class, popular gathering place with good service and moderate prices. Patrons note the friendly atmosphere, consistent quality, and the owner’s commitment to thorough effort.
Mrs. Phillis Meador and son Myrle visited Peoria to see ill daughter Mrs. Leda White. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Metzger of Shobonier spent Sunday with her mother Mrs. Emma Thompson. Roy Sears was accepted by the Navy and stationed at Great Lakes. Mrs. Ruth Lawson has been absent from school due to illness. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Weiss of Kinmundy spent the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Ben Reilman.
A Treasury division film Mr. and Mrs. America features President Roosevelt urging Bond ownership and payroll savings praise from CIO head Philip Murray AFL chief William Green and Chamber of Commerce head Eric Johnston. Morgenthau pledges government backing and strict adherence to bond terms.
Sunday visits fill the community scene with family and friends including John Talbert family Eunice McHaney and wives. Seaman Charles Carter returns to base after leave with Laura Carter family and friends amid ongoing military assignments. Rain and church missionary meetings mark the week as residents touch kin and neighbors across Fredonia.
Centralia store at 117 N Locust under Audrey Roberts offers Redfern Fred A Black Levine Mary Muffet Junior and other national lines with complete millinery accessories Vanity Fair lingerie juniors up to 52 and Berkshire hosiery. A modern year round shop devoted to smart durable style for women.
The Smart Shop in Centralia operated by Faye McCall at 213 E Broadway features labels such as Wragge Adele Simpson Eisenbergs L Aiglon Nelly Dons Doris Dodson Swansdown Coats and Costume Jewelry. It offers lingerie dresses hosiery and accessories with conservative and dressy frocks and fashion guidance from McCall.
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