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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1912
Page
8
Joseph Wesley Dunn son of Mr and Mrs John Roberts born April 6 1911 died November 27 1912 aged 1 year 7 months 21 days after mem branous croupe Funeral services were held by Rev C C Hall Vandalia at Bethel Church and interment followed in Pin Hook Cemetery Sympathy is extended to the bereaved family
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A 1912 Christmas tale shows Edna and Vera Everly secretly planning gifts for their mother. Aunt Betty recalls past presents as the family hides true wishes, culminating in a festive morning where mother receives a birthstone collar, a diamond ring, and heartfelt gratitude.
A choral scene recalls a speaker noting gifts to the household queen and a comb joining the presents. The quote frames Christmas as giving to each for their own, while Edna initiates a general Christmas frolic.
Mattie E Beach, 77, lifelong Patoka resident born October 9, 1835 in Lawrence County Ohio, died at home Wednesday morning from paralysis. She married Dr E M Beach in 1861. he died in 1892. Survived by one sister and many relatives. Funeral at her home conducted by Rev J H Wiley with interment in Patoka cemetery.
The Johnston family expresses heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for their aid during illness and after the death of their loved one Ms Noan Johnston and family.
A Christmas night supper will be held in Simcox Hall for Patcka Baptist Church members and Sunday School families. Each family is urged to bring a well filled basket.
Dell story notes a collection including comb and brush set mirror handkerchiefs gloves and a beaded purse. Listed items reflect personal accessories and fashion trends of the period.
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