Kinmundy Narrow Victory Over Patoka In Conference Clash
Kinmundy edges Patoka by one point as Morris equals key plays and foul counters pace the tight Centralia gym bout. Kinmundy guards led by Morris stifle Patoka scoring while Kinmundy’s defense holds steady. Linthicum refereed a hard fought game as Vandalia and Vandalia-Patoka looming in the west.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem
Patoka
H. Simeox
P. Simeox
Eagan
L. Simeox
Snyder
Wasem
Hilgeford
Reddix
F Whitlock
Davis
Pribble
Bunnel
Horseman
Union Services at Gym Sunday at High School
Announcement for Fifth Sunday Union Services to be held next Sunday evening at 7 00 pm in the High School Gymnasium. Rev Eli Crouse of McKendree College Lebanon will lead with colleagues from the college handling music including duets solos readings and piano accordion numbers. He will speak on The Builder hoping for a large turnout to welcome visitors and benefit the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eli Crouse
McKendree College
Lebanon
Crouse
Chicago
DeWitt Jennings
Witt
Gale Hines
Patoka
Local Man Sent to Anna Hospital After Illness
John Tabor brother of Mrs Harve Livesay, longtime Carrigan area resident, fell ill and after county board examination was sent to Anna Hospital for treatment. He had been living at the Livesay home for several months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Tabor
Harve Livesay
Livesay
Anna Hospital
Tabor
Carrigan
Carol Singers Visit Patoka Despite Cold Weather
The Register notes Carol Singers visiting many homes in Patoka despite frigid conditions. Mrs. Leah Delassus recalls the visit as especially appreciated and hopes the tradition continues annually.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patoka
Leah Delassus
Christmas Exercises Observed in Local Churches
Christmas observances were held across multiple churches with services and trees. M E and M E South conducted Sunday morning programs while Christian Church and Pentecost held events on Christmas Eve. The Baptist did not hold an exercise this year. Bert Walker of Detroit, Michigan, is visiting home folks here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E
M. E. South
Christian Church and
Pentecost
the Baptist
Bert Walker
Detroit, Mich
Local Patoka Notes Busy Holiday Social Scene
Local Patoka notes recall a busy Christmas period with visits from relatives and friends and many residents traveling. The items mention births, illnesses, travel, school activities, and local family gatherings across Clinton Decatur Bloomington and Des Moines with several named residents and families.
Stringtown hunter injured as gun misfires
Earl Holt of Stringtown, born there and living near Vernon, was severely wounded Christmas morning when his brother Clarence’s gun discharged during a hunting trip near the Connor farm. He was taken to Greer Hospital Vandalia as doctors try to save his leg from amputation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Holt
Stringtown
Vernon
Mary Martin
Shobonier
Clarence
Connor Farm
Earl
Greer
Vandalia
Northern Illinois Conference Basketball Standings 1929
Official standings for the Northern Egyptian Illinois High School Athletic Conference based on schedule through Dec 23 1929. Kinmundy leads 8 0. Sandoval Patoka Vandalia all at 5 2 with .714. Brownstown 4 8 .571. Farina 2 4 .833. St Elmo 2 6 .250. Altamont 1 5 .167. Odin 0 8 .000. Recent games show Kinmundy 14 Patoka 13 and Farina 24 Odin 11 in overtime. Brownstown 27 Altamont 26. Postponements noted for Brownstown-Sandoval and Altamont-Farina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kinmundy
Sandoval
Vandalia
Patoka
Brownstown
Farina
St. Elmo
Altamont
Odin
Death of Well Known Farmer J Britt Near Patoka
The community learns of the death of Mr. J Britt a well known farmer southeast of Patoka. He leaves four children two sons and two daughters. The youngest son is reported in dangerous condition. Burial is set for Friday with Rev Butler a former local Baptist pastor presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Britt
Patoka
Britt
Butler
Epworth League Sets Concert and Services Schedule
The Epworth League program at M. E. Church South begins Sunday night at 6 00 P M led by Mrs. Elmer Rogier. R E Willis preaches at the morning hour after Sunday School. Attendees are invited to all services including Fifth Sunday Evening Services at the gym at 7 00 P M.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth
M. E. Church South
Elmer Rogier
R. E. Willis
Zion Church Epworth League Sunday Night Program
Epworth League outlines a December 29 program with readings and songs. Leader Dorothy McNichols opens with prayer and Lord s Prayer recited by all. Wilma Caldwell Lutie Williams Ella Arnold Walter Chandler and Frances Neilson contribute readings and songs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth League
Dorothy McNichols
Wilma Caldwell
Jesus
Lutie Williams
Ella: Arnold
Walter Chandler
D. Nichols
Mary Williams
Frances Neilson
Xmas Day Guests At Carter Home
Hugh and Adrian Sandy of Sand oval were guests Xmas Day at the Carter home. Mrs Forrest Cothern and their little son of Clinton are visiting the formers parents, M D Walker and family and Mrs Mary Cothern. FOR SALE A good black brood mare. Also 1 survey in good condition. Maurice Nattier. Lost Ladies pocket book containing glasses bills and small change between Patoka and mile crossing south. Mrs Oscar Davis. Ite
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh
Adrian Sandy
Sandoval
Carter
Forrest Cothern
Clinton
M. D. Walker
Mary Cothern
Maurice Nattier
Patoka
Mile Crossing South
Oscar Davis
Patoka High Falls to Kinmundy 14 13 in Narrow Loss
Kinmundy edges Patoka 14 to 13 as Burkett scores late baskets for the winning team. Kelly Martin leads Patoka with six points, Walker four, and Jennings three, while Kinmundy’s Morris tops with seven. The piece notes upcoming game at Centralia and praises Miss Mary Caldwell for a typing test record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morris
Kinmundy
Paton
Gammon
L. Burkett
Patoka
Jennings
Walker
Martin
Linthicum
Centralia
West Side
Vandalia
Sandoval
Rgft FC
Bayd
Agan
Field
Ballance
Munger
Burkett
Kelly Martin
Pete” Field
B. Eagan
J. Ballance
Jim
A. L. Troutt
Mary
Merritt Caldwell
Centralia Township High School
Patoka High
Christian Science Lesson Sermon Headlines Cosmic Evolution
Sunday services across Christ Scientist churches examined the universe and humankind through atomic theory and spiritual ideas. Golden text quotes II Corinthians and Colossians praising divine light and fullness in Christ. The Science and Health excerpts discuss God's creation as spiritual ideas obedient to Mind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Churches of Christ
Scientist
Jesus Christ
Mary Baker Eddy
Holiday Business Boom Report From Local Stores
Local merchants report busy holiday shopping with plenty of work and strong customer interest. The Register notes widespread use of space for advertisements and high spirits among home folk and traders alike. A few merchants consider expanding or upgrading to accommodate rising demand this season. Patrons are urged to advertise in THE PATOKA and to visit North Barbecue in Centralia for a Saturday night dalia event.
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Cropsey
Dale Alcom
St. Louis
Glen Meryman
Maron
J. M. Thompson
Earl Hamilton
Benton
Mrs. Hamilton
F. Smith
Smith
J. W. Epps
Frank Hatch
Larence Porter
Pana
Dave Troyer
Frank Porter
Springfield
Register
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Iun
Pataka
Kagan
Atoka
Ntre
Carlyle
Hamilton
Pato
Salem Indees
Murfin Mason
Donna’ Pugh
D. R. Livesay
John Pugh
Joe Outhouse
Mabel
Anna Walker
Detroit
Mich
I. S. Walker
Faye Fiscus
Judge Wham
Clyde Davis
Kathleen
Northwestern University
Ruby Eagan
Decatur
Burl Linton
Bloomington
Harvey Smith
Billie Bruening
East St. Louis
Mary Helen
Chas. Humes
Chandler
Alice Nichols
A. D. Nichols
John Chance
Donald Wilson
A. A. Griffin
Max Conrey
Wichita Falls
Texas
Howard Riley
DuComb
Geoil Brown
Deca
Seher
E. W. Belcher
Norwalk
Ruth Smith
Dr. Murfin
Ed Hayes
Tom Hayes
Oscar Friend
T. J. Dukes
John Anderson
Wood River
Harold
Dale Simcox
Oscar Thalman
Jack Gilley
Lincoln
Beery
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Northern Egyptian Illinois High School Athletic Conference
M. E. South News
Zion Church News
Christian Science Churches
Lovie W. Harold Simcox
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