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Newspaper

Patoka Register

Location

Patoka, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1949

Page

3

The Blind Millionaire Kidnapping Ruse Foiled in Park

In Jackson Park, Frankie Libold and Louie Forensic kidnap a blind industrialist, C. M. Carter, planning a ransom after a staged abduction. Carter uses a braille message to alert police. a nearby bowling alley, church bells, and a varnish factory aid detectives in tracking the crime and freeing him. Frankie is arrested. Louie protests that he still dislikes the plan.

Frankie Libold Jackson Park Louie Frankie Louie Forensic Gran’pop C. M. Carter

Fashion notes on boys' corduroy and knit shirt trends

Survey focuses on male style, highlighting corduroy jackets in maroon green and other colors, collarless looks, and new knit T shirts with a tic tac toe design. It notes a shift from light tan to bolder hues and playful accessories like denim jackets and key chains.

Growing Up Jesus Lessons From a Humble Beginning

The article reflects on Jesus growing through ordinary life rather than miraculous adulthood. It contrasts angels with human development and notes Jesus learned through family, work as a carpenter, and prayer. His childhood and home shaped his later teachings and parables, highlighted by Mary’s central role.

Jesus Earth Andes Ordiary Heavenly Father Holy Family Maze Joseph Mary Nazareth Josph Mark Prayr God International Council of Education WNU Fea

Tips from a Home Arts Column

To line cake pans easily with wax paper grease pan lightly cover with waxed paper and insert another pan identical or nearly so Trim edges. In sewing braid use scotch tape to hold fabric in place. Peel tape from peels of oranges and store in glass jars. Fringe trimming should never be ironed. Comb wet fringe. Dark colors are slimming and a dark skirt minimizes large hips.

Crackers and cereals kept dry in fridge storage bin

Utility storage bin of the refrigerator makes a dry crisp spot for crackers and cereals.

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