Local Notes From Vandalia and Nearby Towns
Reports of horse injuries and a pony death near Stainstown. Social updates include visits by Mervel Willett and Henry Frisby to Vandalia court. High school boys missed a Wednesday due to auto trouble. A December 20 marriage at Salem Illinois joins Anna Belle Thomas and William Dunn. Skating parties, a Vernoz and Shobonier Telephone Company meeting, and a Sunday School Xmas program with treats conclude the items.
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Winard
Warne Metener
Donald Hee
Fathe Horges
Mervel Willett
Marlin Meador
Henry Frisby
Vandalia
Warren Epps
Byron Alkert
Vernoz and Shobonier Telephone Company
Sis
Popular Shobonier Lady Weds Vandalia Man
Announcement reports the marriage of Katie Metzger to Newell Mabry on Oct 17, 1934 in Martinsville. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs John H Metzger, and groom, son of Mr and Mrs Joe Mabry, plan to live in Vandalia.
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Shobonier
Katie Metzrer
Newell Mabry
Vandalia
Martinsville
John H. Metzger
Vandalias
Joe Mabry
Fayette Counties
Crackers Neck News from Vandalia and nearby
Local notes report cold weather with joking remarks about twenty below, several residents visiting relatives, business trips, and family gatherings. The piece mentions J L Sharp in Vandalia, Henry Moore’s return from his aunt Mary Belcher, Ed O Neal and Wm Alexander in nearby towns, and Ferne Bricker teaching due to ice and rough roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Sharp
Vandalia
Henry Moore
Mary Belcher
Bill Alexander
Sholconier
Frank Sharp
Elza
Sveral
Ed O’neal
Wm. Alexander
Ferne Bricker
Shady Grove
Firefighters Baffle Blaze In East Side Home
A Saturday afternoon fire near 1 p.m. caused minimal damage to Lawrence Perrine’s home on the east side. James Doty climbed the walls to reach the blaze under the attic and flue, extinguishing it despite dangerous conditions. Neighbors helped, but losses were limited to about ten dollars with insurance covering it. Gerrish family noted as longtime residents, recalling a prior larger barn fire.
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James Doty
Flue c Sen
Lawrence Perrine
Gerrish
Tuberculosis cattle testing urged in Foster Township
Notice to residents of Foster Township asks all owners to call A. D. Nichols via Patoka Exchange or write from Alma Illinois with the number of cattle to be tested. County veterinarian seeks prompt testing of the locality.
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Foster Township
A. D. Nichols
Patoka Exchange
Alma
Ill
Local Gossip Reports Patoka Visitors and Moves
Mrs H A Gorman of Vernon visited Patoka on Monday. Herman Sasse and wife of Augsburg shopped in Patoka. Miss Arelene Walker working in Centralia spent Sunday with her parents T B Walker and wife. Mrs Nichols to spend winter in St Louis. Wasem Co Market moved to new location this week due to weather. F G Shimp and wife traveling to west coast expect to be away until April. G R Thulman Detroit sent $1.00 to cemetery fund and missed Thanksgiving Dinner. E N Clark family moved back to Ververs Orr farm Nickety Brindle ridge. jay birds welcomed him back. Eli’s prize in town Monday for tobacco supplies. unclear further details.
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H. A. Gorman
Vernon
Herman Sasse
Augsburg
Arelene Walker
Centralia
T. B. Walker
Nichols
St. Louis
Wasem & Co
F. G. Shimp
United States
Louisana
Gilbert
Arizona
Register
G. R. Thulman
Detroit
Mich
E. N. Clark
Ververs-Orr
Iry
Nickety Brindle Ridge
Eli
Iva
Xinas Surprise Announcement Stuns Friends This Week
The Xinas announced a surprise to their many friends this week, shocking social circles with unexpected news. The moment drew wide attention as acquaintances absorbed the couple’s unexpected disclosure and planned responses.
Advent of Joy and Gratitude from Time Tried Purveyors
The message speaks of Christmas joy and the duties of friendship as 1924 closes and 1925 opens. It emphasizes love, family, and gratitude, urging readers to cherish memories, support one another, and greet the new year with renewed courage and hope. The note is signed Time Tried Purveyors of Pure Food Products Kohl & Meyer Co.
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Stainstown
Martin and Martin
Gloria
F. C. Fever
Illinois
Geo. J. Metzger
Patoka
Centrala
THE
Centralia Chamber OF Commerce
R. R
Egypt
Crackers Neck News
Box J. Altom & Son
G. E. Ballance
Kohl & Meyer Co
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