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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1907
Page
8
A columnist critiques cross-town shopping and advertising that harms a town. He suggests editors curb such pieces, warns about the cost of shopping trips between Salem Odin and Centralia, and urges individuals to view each person as a town contributing to community growth.
A speaker extols supporting local Salem Illinois merchants and papers to keep wealth in town. He recalls old fashions, laments changes in hair styles, and contrasts past and present customs, urging residents to invest in their own community.
On November 30 the Pie Social at Hecktorn school drew a crowd despite forecasts of rain. Thirty one pies and a popular cake raised 18.33 for school supplies, maps, and library needs. Miss Jessie Cox won the top pie and a Mississippi Bubble book. Elsie Emerson shared the cake. The library now lists 137 volumes including Werner’s Encyclopedia.
A brief exchange notes Howard deciding not to grow a garden this year as neighbors report no garden activity. The judge oversees the casual rural porch discussion about poultry and plots.
A visitor expresses concern about changes in town behavior as he notes the host now passes townsfolk with brief nods. The host explains last year he was a candidate for office and that his friendliness varied with his political status.
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