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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1931
Page
4
Hayes Hatchery in Vandalia two blocks east of the Old State Capitol Building advertises a free instruction book on chick care with every over the counter order. The note invites readers to investigate the offer and visit the hatchery.
Lillian Shimp administratrix of Frank G. Shimp deceased pursues a court ordered sale. On May 1 1931 public auction at 1 PM at the Patoka post office front door will offer the west one third of Lots 1 2 and part of Lot 3 and other parcels in Patoka Marion County with cash in hand terms and subject to the widow's homestead claim. W A Mills attorney.
Fredonia residents attended the Christian Church in Salem for the funeral of Mrs Charley Simpson on Wednesday. Sympathy was extended to the Simpson family. Various local residents visited and spent time with neighbors and relatives over the weekend and Sunday.
Harold asks about telegram costs and specifies Ruth as the destination. The telegraph clerk confirms pricing and routes for sending a message to Ruth.
A brief dialogue presents a dramatic moment where a character pleads not to leave a loved one while another jokes about his father’s cheap cigars. The exchange hints at emotional tension and familial humor in a compact scene.
Local residents including Eaglin David Gerrish and family, John Thalman, Owen Belcher, Lewis Kissner and families traveled to Perry sale near Shobonier and Salem last week. Lola McNicol’s death prompted tributes. families extended sympathy. Visits included R. D. Kissner, the Linton group, and trips to Macon Vandalia and Zion funeral services. Also advice on fuel efficiency and safe driving from a road safety note.
Rome C. Stephenson of the American Bankers Association urged fair treatment for railroads amid highway motor competition. He backed the four system railroad consolidation plan promoted by President Hoover and urged public inquiries into taxation and rights of way to protect railroad investments and public welfare.
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