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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1937
Page
1
Rapid progress on the Dr. Murfin well near the business district paused after casing failed to arrive. Drilling resumed with under reaming but the bit stuck below the casing, part of the bit recovered as the hole caves. A Tuesday report says the Adams Louisiana rig near Sam Pugh field was stuck in mud about 30 feet from its planned site.
Workers drill at the city junk yard reaching about 450 feet depth amid cluttered debris and fencing. The operation faces scattered trouble on Sunday with limited space and unusual conditions as crews clear rubbish and old auto parts.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention an unfinished Adams Well project in Wales with a referenced fee around 1400 and a mark related to Sev. The text is garbled and lacks clear persons, places, or outcomes.
Fragmentary notes describe slow drilling progress at the Allison site during the OETESS operation. Uncertain reports mention casing issues and a potential Walter Adams tied to the well.
A terse record outlines an oil field activity with twenty drilling operations. It notes sites, equipment use, and progress while omitting detailed outcomes.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a national constitution in 1787 with Philadelphia context and a later date 1856. The readable parts suggest a historic constitutional topic but lack coherent facts or events.
In a garbled note, an apparent reference to Seth Martin Wells mentions a depth of 559 feet and uncertain phrases about a well. The text shows fragmented OCR with stray names, places, and numbers, but no clear event or outcome.
Vernon clinched a narrow track win with a dramatic finish against Paboke's squad at a late week meet. Top scorer Vernon posted key points and carried the team through a tight race as competitors from Whitworth and Crawford battled for seconds.
Fragmentary notes describe a well near Benoist with unclear depth and progress. The text hints at ongoing work and uncertain completion times with scattered names and terms, reflecting a hindered or halted drilling effort and unresolved measurements.
A youth sustained severe bruising after a bicycle was struck by a car near Vandalia Junction. The incident damaged the bicycle handlebar and the youth’s teeth. The victim was taken to a car with attention from Jett and John Tal.
A Koch meat display refrigerator was installed in the Califo Market by Mr. and Mrs. P. Simcox over the weekend. The white porcelain unit with black trim and interior lighting showcases two rows of meat trays, offering a modern display seldom seen in towns the size of Patoka.
Hopkins and Miss Juani Harrison wed Tuesday at seven in the home of Doris Harrison. Attending were Mrs. Isan, Tommy Harrison, and the bride’s brother Larry Johnson. Hopkins, son of Mrs. Soa Hopkins, works as a salesman for Williams Motor Co. in Salem. After the ceremony the couple planned a trip and will live with his mother upon return.
The Vernon Ladies Aid gathered April 22 at Miss Edna Leninger home with nine members and one visitor. Social time included cookies and coffee served by the hostess and Mrs. Bertha Quayle. They adjourned to meet Mrs. Mollie Murfin in May.
Illinois Power and Light connected a 6900 volt high line last Wednesday, linking Vernon and Shobonier to electric service. Local residents report immediate meter connections as rural electrification expands to farms along the line, with future connections planned for nearby areas after August 1986 delays.
On Sunday April 25 friends and relatives gathered at Mrs. Philip Meador’s Vernon home to celebrate her 58th birthday. A noon dinner was served and the afternoon included visits. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Geo Binnion Mr and Mrs Earnest Wolff Mrs Selby Binnion and son Gary and others from nearby towns.
Announcement of the marriage of Miss Phyllis Pope of Decatur to Mr John C Martin of Decatur was received recently. The bride is granddaughter of Mr and Mrs J M Thompson of Vernon and is well known locally. The groom is employed in Springfield and they will reside in Decatur.
The M. E. Church South Patoka hosts Sunday School at 9 30 a m and a prayer meeting on Thursday at 7 30 p m Epworth League meets Friday at 7 39 p m Zion holds Sunday School at 10 a m and a Tuesday prayer meeting at 7 30 p m Preaching on May 2 at 7 30 p m Island Chapel preaches at 10 45 a m A called Quarterly Conference will be held Saturday at 2 30 p m at the Patoka Church Pastor M McKinney announces the events.
The rotary rig of Geo. Failing Drilling Co. was moved to the Sam Pugh farm west of the Chas. Cox home as Boye Well No. 5 received an acid treatment Friday night. Results are not yet known but the outcome could impact Patoka oil prospects. the Meryman No. 5 well also began Sunday using the same rig.
The newly elected Village Board met for its first organization meeting at the town hall on Friday night April 23. After swearing in, Mayor Clayton Beery led the group as committees were appointed including Finance chaired by L. E. Greer with Altom Rogier and Hill on the committee, Park with Griffin Troyer Green, Light with Troyer Griffin Rogier, Cemetery with Altom Rogier Hall, and Health with Rogier Green Griffin.
At Salem last week the Marion County Township Supervisors organized with Wen del Webster of Centralia chosen for a second term as chairman. Committee appointments from the local area include J E Hill Carrigan on Liquor Control and Hard Road, Ellis Doolen Patoka on Jury and Jury Lists, Bert Garrett Foster on Printing and Supplies and Elections, with Foster also on Records.
Epworth League elected officers Saturday night with Florence Cain as president Wanda Earlin as first vice president Inis Sherrer as second vice president Mary Parlin as third vice president Mrs C J Piland as fourth vice president and Mary Le Jennings as secretary treasurer.
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