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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1925
Page
1
The Business Men held their regular semi monthly meeting on sciences by night. Next drawing will be held Wednesday Sept 2 and then changed to Saturday Oct 38. New business on the Dairy Poultry and Eggs was discussed with no definite plans. Different places of business will now be open Thursday afternoons during the vacation period.
A Monday night surprise party honored Mrs McIntyre who embarks on a new venture. About twenty neighbors attended the games and enjoyed cake after the gathering. The hosts wished her success and future achievements as guests departed late.
Revival services proceed at Fairman church led by Revs Cox Speer Belcher and Skin with ongoing attendance and steady progress through the week as the event extends to Sunday.
Mrs John Elefritz and Grace of St Louis visit Grandpa Elefritz and relatives. families renew faith and attend local events. Sholconier resident Morgan Henry visits. George Simcox family moves to a new home. many neighbors travel to Decatur, Mattoon, and Odin for visits and errands.
The Vernon and Patoka M E Church fourth quarterly conference elected officers for 1925 26. Trustees and stewards were chosen for Vernon Arnold Chapel Patoka Mound Chapel and Arnold Chapel with lists of members and committees including Benevolences Christian Stewardship Foreign Missions Home Missions and Temperance. Pastor C H Carleton notes he will be at Patoka first Sunday in September instead of next Sunday due to the fifth Sunday.
Resolutions honor Dr. B F Zobrist president of the Patoka Business Men's Cooperative Association who resigns due to moving to Assumption Illinois. The association praises his public spirited service and wishes him happiness in his new location. Signed by J M Emerson L D Altom Dean F Blankinship T E Irvin.
Announcement that public and high schools will open Tuesday September 1 with hopes of 100 percent enrollment. Principal E L DeLay leads a busy corps with two new teachers Miss Lane and Miss Blanche Smith joining. Pt Potts Britt Bricker and Simcox remain.
The Post Office reports July 1925 receipts for the 50 largest cities reached 25 706 943 dollars, up 2 979 253 or 13.811 percent from July 1924. Jacksonville leads the list with 33.44 percent rise, New York 4 871 823 dollars and Chicago 4 284 144 dollars, each up over last year.
One of Patokas oldest landmarks, the Kling corner house, was razed last week ending its long service to the community. Heir Mrs. J. W. Heckethorn visited hometowns and saw the building torn down and removed.
The Busy Bee boys and girls class of the Baptist Church met at the home of Mable Belcher for a regular meeting. Leader Ross Stonecipher presented a fine program. Refreshments were served by Mrs Belcher and lawn games followed. Albert Berthoux reported.
In sad and loving memory of our dear husband and father Philip Carter who departed this life one year ago today August 28 1924 No one knows the silent heartaches Only those who have lost can tell of the grief that is borne in silence Sadly missed by his Wife and Children.
Four youngsters who helped in the melon patch raid and who have paid their damages will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law if they fail to call and settle in full by Saturday night August 29.
Miss Dessie Walker of St Louis with Miss Lois Jones spent vacation with H W Walker and family. John Anderson of Shobonier visited home folks here Wednesday.
The Thomas families Twenty Fifth Annual Reunion gathered at Greenup Fair Grounds last Sunday with nearly 80 attendees. Members from Vera Moneaqua Tuscola Tolono Hammond Terre Haute Farmersburg and Oregon joined, traveling about seventy five miles on average. The day was enjoyed and well received by all present.
In an 11 inning clash Louie Wasem pitched for Assumption and lost 3 to 2 as Mor risonville and Assumption traded ties. Morrisonville scored in the 9th, 10th, and 11th while Assumption added runs in the 9th 10th and 11th to decide the game. Johnny Simcox starred at short for Assumption.
The Register lists patrons who have paid subscriptions since the last report. Names include Karl Patton Dale Altom Charles Adams Jr Luther Paine James Mc Nichols J P Crawford George Willett Jr Hiram Morey Elza Sharp Clarence Forehand Russell Collins E M Bricker John Stone L W Ballance I W Nattier Nellie Kellner Mrs Harry Farmer Ed Lawson P J Mojonnier E E Hamilton Harley Cole Joe Wickenhouse O L Doolen John Bagsby W Gray Wilma Delassus Lincoln Reed W F Pratt Laura Meadors J A Gray Ray Hopkins Lisle Simcox George Purcell Frank Brockelmeyer Rose Perkins John Elefritz.
Mrs. Clark Simcox and her young daughter along with Albert Cruse and his wife and John Dorris were seen traveling to East St. Louis on Tuesday morning.
The M. E. South Conference held in Centralia last week and closed Sunday night to broad attendance. Sermons and business were strong with new ideas on Christian spirit and world affiliation, followed by distributed conference appointments across districts including Murphysboro, Odin, Waverly, and Patoka, naming presiding elders, supplies, and evangelists.
John W Thompson celebrated his birthday with a five o clock dinner Saturday. Two former pupils, Frank Hatch and wife of Vernon and Fred Carter and wife of Patoka, surprised him.
Members are urged to attend the September 3 business meeting after the prayer meeting at 7 30 p m led by Pastor W F Cox The session will elect messengers for the Association read the Associational Letter and decide on a pastor for the ensuing year Every member has a vote to help plan the church’s work
High School students must register at the High School Building on Tuesday September First. Those wishing to dispose of second-hand books are asked to bring them on registration day.
M. E. South Church announces Rev. Willis as Patokas new pastor. He will speak next Sunday morning at 10:46 and again in the evening at 7:80. Parishioners are invited to meet the new pastor.
The General Committee urges speed at Tuesday meeting as Patoka prepares a two day picnic with premiums attractions and moving pictures. Farmers and business leaders back the effort with county support, while exhibits must be in by Friday 1 p m and remaining on grounds until Saturday 4 p m. Prizes include Golden Drip Coffee and pineapple baskets from local grocers. Embroidery listed among exhibits.
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