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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
4
A Colorado frontier letter describes a Thanksgiving visit by neighbors and a generous meal. A turkey arrives first at the Shack, followed by another large turkey from a passing buggy. The day features games, music, and a bountiful dinner with pumpkin pie and cranberry sauce. Snow covers Pikes Peak. coyotes and badgers are visible nearby. Sam Stepuens signs the account.
Local churches inviting clergy to conduct services or revival meetings should address requests to the church committee. Include preferred dates, location, and service format to secure a minister for a one time gathering or a full revival.
The Vernon Dramatic Club brings the play A Delicate Question to the Opera House on Saturday evening December 19. Proceeds, split with the local school, support community causes while music from local talent accompanies the performance. Tickets go on sale at R A Simcox's store Monday and seats are expected to sell out quickly.
A Patoka reader praises Patoka Belle tomatoes in a Chicago letter. He notes a south side grocery sells about 200 cans every six weeks and credits the brand with quality, hoping it encourages local farmers to grow more next year.
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