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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1950
Page
1
C F Gammon mayor of Kinmundy runs on the Republican ticket for County Clerk in Marion County. A World War II veteran, he has served as Kinmundy Building and Loan secretary since 194? and was elected mayor last spring.
Twenty two Sunbeams gathered at Vera Nattier's home for the New Year’s meeting on Saturday January 7. Vera presided with Don and Myrna Sue Nattier and Dwight Elliott attending as guests.
The Methodist Sunday School reported 69 attendees and the Pentecostal Sunday School 77. Rev. Lewis and Bro Farmey preached in the evenings. Local visits include the Phelps in Centrea, the Robisons in Shobonier, Hathaway and Zimmerman families, and trips to Decatur. A boy burned his face from kerosene, treated by Dr. Davis.
Rev Carroll Lewis invites attendance at Sunday School this Sunday at regular hour with preaching to follow at Zion and Vernon churches. Special Sunday night service at 7 30 led by students from nearby Greenlee College.
Mrs Mae Taylor Walker of Centralia and former Patoka resident died Thursday January 12 at St Marys hospital Centralia after a period of ill health. She taught school in Patoka and Vernon for many years. Survived by daughter Arline McCoy of Centralia. Body at Cox Martin funeral home Patoka. Funeral arrangements incomplete.
Rev. M. W. Friesner and Mrs Friesner attended McKendree College exercises on Wednesday January 11. Friesner earned a Bachelor of Arts degree and is described as an enthusiastic young minister likely to advance in gospel work.
The Patoka Panthers 4-H club met at leader Carroll Miojon nier home with thirteen members and three visitors. Two new members Marilyn and Frances Gillett joined. John Davis spoke on Hog Marketing and Jimmie Britt on Wheat In General. Next meeting February 13 at Lange Tractor Sales with talks by Alberta Thalman on Selecting Dairy Cattle and Beverly Snider on Newcastle Disease.
Beloved daughter Betty Lou Belcher is remembered four years after her passing. A loving family notes her absence from daily life and faith in a heavenly stay with Jesus. Sadly missed by Father and Mother and the home they share.
Our revival continues this week with Evangelist Jack Archer of Mt. Vernon Illinois preaching each evening. Special singing nightly. Morning Sunday School and worship services plus an evangelistic service at 7 30 p m Evening prayer meeting on Wednesday at 7 30 p m Sister Amy Bradley pastor invite all to attend
In Springfield on January 7 Secretary of State Edward J Barrett announced that January 23 is the last day to file petitions for the spring primary on April 11. Petitions may be filed in the index department 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon Saturdays. Eligible offices include United States Senator State Treasurer Superintendent of Public Instruction and more for both parties.
Public notice states that new and late model cars are financed and trucks are financed for private use. No further details are provided.
The Loyal Leaders class of the Christian Church held its monthly meeting January 9 at 7 30 p m in the back rooms of the church. Mrs Kay Jennings Jr led the business session in the president’s absence with Orville Hubbartt delivering a Bible themed devotional. The evening featured games including a football ping pong ball game won by Jim Ballance and the preacher, followed by barbecued hamburgers potato salad pumpkin pie and coffee. There were 23 presents listed including families of Eagan Ballance Logan Granger Hubbard Jennings Hargrave Quayle and Zimmmerman.
The Woman's Society of Christian Service of the Methodist Church met January 5 in the church. Mrs. M W Friesner led the lesson on The Whole of Love Is My Answer and discussed gifts of adoration concentration and realization. Mrs. Oscar Hill gave devotions Standards and Measures and urged living to Christ’s pattern with faith prayers deeds. Hostesses were Mesdames Kissner Crawford Hill and Jones with 26 members and one guest present.
Mr and Mrs Walter Alexander announce a daughter born January 9 at St Marys hospital Centralia. Mr and Mrs Dayne Tune Portland Oregon announce a baby girl born January 8 named Janice Lavon weighing 8 pounds 9 ounces. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Charles Steiner Portland Oregon and Mrs Edna Tune Patoka.
I thank all friends for birthday and Christmas cards. Your thoughtful kindness will long remain in our memory. A. I. (Abe) Ashton.
The Christian Church announces Bible School at 9 30 a m Morning Worship at 10 30 a m with a study in church history an evening service and prayer meetings on Wednesday at 7 30 p m Lindies Aid day Wednesday and Mr and Mrs Morris Cole have bought the Orville Hopkins property for a home Centralia shoppers include Mesdames Logan Ballance Jennings Jenee Slawel and Elsie Gray Mr and Mrs Glenn Towler and family have moved to a farm west
Directors and employees along with families and local business people gathered January 10 at the Methodist Church basement for an annual banquet. George Wasem chaired the event with talks by directors and ministers, trophy readings, humorous skits, and a charity benediction after songs led by Wesley Griffin.
Mr. and Mrs. Rolland Belcher celebrate fifty years of marriage with a poem by Mrs. Carl Baston. The piece recalls shared happiness and tears, longing for family, and enduring devotion as they mark their golden anniversary.
Mrs Emil Nattier expresses gratitude to friends for flowers cards and gifts received during her hospital stay.
Donations increase at Mound Chapel with contributions from Thomias Hayes Wotton Mrs Martha Cain Mr and Mrs John Wilson and Lula Cole serving as treasurer. Funds include cents and dollars to support church needs.
In a special election held January 10 Patoka residents approved a water works bond of 42000 with 140 in favor and 14 against out of 154 total votes. The village plans further drilling to secure adequate, nearby water sources for the project.
Monday morning January 9 Mrs Maude Ellis slipped on ice leaving her home for Centralia employment and suffered both forearm bones broken and a crushed elbow requiring hospitalization several days.
The local P T C will meet Wednesday January 18 at 6 30 p m for a pot luck supper in the gym. Bring a covered basket. A good program is being prepared and a good attendance is expected.
Salem Illinois Congressman Charles W Vursell announced his bid for reelection to the House of Representatives. A former state legislator and long time publisher of the Salem Republican he champions oil protection tax policies and opposition to socialized programs. He argues labor bosses seek his defeat over Taft Hartley law and pledges to let district voters decide his fate.
Twenty one Methodist Women gathered at Mrs. J. W. Alexander home for a program on Women of the Bible and Their Influence. Mrs. Alexander, missionary education secretary, led the session with talks by Mesdames Galaway Hill Jennings Altom Holland Ballance.
The Patoka Methodist Church led by Minister M. W. Friesner lists church school at 9 30 a m with Geo J Winsem, morning worship at Island Chapel at 11 00 a m, youth fellowship at 6 30 p m, evening service at 7 30 p m, and Thursday prayer service. Happy Birthday was sung for Alvin Belcher and Leon Walker last Sunday.
A pie supper and short program planned at Toad Island Friday at 7:00 PM. A cake walk will be held and volunteers are asked to bring pies and cakes. Everyone is welcome to attend hosted by the committee.
Mrs. Jesse Brummet and family hosted guests from Nokomis as Mr. and Mrs. Asher Brummet entertained. A shower for Dwayne Linton and his bride was well attended with many useful gifts. Mr. and Mrs. George Christie celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary with a supper party joined by Mr. and Mrs. John Anderson and others.
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