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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1951
Page
2
A satirical piece lampoons new federal taxes by tracing a fisherman's chaotic fishing trip. The narrator and an ally plan a trip, face escalating costs from taxes on whisky cigarettes gasoline and paint, and end with the doctor prescribing fishing and a $10 charge. Strong entities include federal tax law and consumer goods like beer, cigars, gas, and boat paint.
In a condensed excerpt from Crime in America Senator Estes Kefauver argues legalized gambling in Nevada attracts mob influence and fraud. He details Bugsy Siegel Benny Binion and Clifford Jones connections, licensing loopholes, and a deadly shift in control of the Flamingo. The piece previews California lobbying links as next week’s focus.
A sermonic reflection compares Joshua in Canaan to the Christian life, noting injuries of victory and ongoing battles against sin. It argues that full triumph is possible only through Christ, with D-Day and V-Day imagery, and warns against expecting perfect sinless victory in this life.
A poem warns against setting a high bond for a frequent foe who plots to wreck the United States and urges fairness in legal actions. The verse frames the foe as mortal and persistent, urging cautious treatment under law.
A News item notes Rudy Halley as a rising political figure who entered Columbia at 15 and began as counsel to the Truman Committee in his twenties before a later video start in his thirties. It references election misreadings, Halley quips, and a joking headline about Tammany. The piece also mentions pricing moves on corned beef and a resignation from the Economic Stabilization Administration.
In a health notice, persons in good health between 21 and 59 are urged to donate blood, a vital need amid the Korean conflict.
Blood plasma, used for wounded soldiers on the battlefield, requires dilution with sterile water before injection into veins. The note emphasizes simple preparation steps and immediate use in combat medical scenarios.
Dr. Oliver C. Carmichael, president of the Carnegie Foundation, calls collegiate sports scandals and broader corruption a challenge to Americans. In his 46th annual morals report he urges that recent exposes should awaken the public, noting many innocents are accused while those guilty deserve no sympathy.
Devotional reading pairing Joshua chapters 1 to 11 with Deuteronomy 32 9 to 13. Highlights themes of leadership courage loyalty and guidance from God as the heritage of Israel, emphasizing trust in divine provision and instruction through transitional moments.
Classified ads list a used car and pickup at 9600 Ensen, Joplin Lemay area, plus a 250 Volt 60 Cycle 3 Phase DC can welder valued over 1600 dollars, asking 850. G. E. Bates advertises Forsyth Boulevard CL4 5 Missouri, and Rubber stamps seals badges signs plates catalog from 924 Olive Street, St. Louis Missouri.
Mrs. Amanda Close, Sedalia, Missouri, has won prizes in cooking contests for 44 years at the Missouri State Fair and other county fairs. She favors Fleischmanns Active Dry Yeast, praising its speed and reliability for holiday yeast-raised treats.
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