Local visitors and social news from Sandoval
Leo Johnson of Salem visited friends here Saturday evening. Edgar Smith of Chicago is visiting at the home of his parents Mr and Mrs D H Smith Sr. Mrs Harry Bellamy entertained the Thursday night bridge club at her home January 15. Logan Davidson Donald Lee and Oscar Bradford attended the Altamont Patoka basketball game in Patoka Friday evening. Ray Bruce of Salem was a business caller here Monday. John Tracy was a business visitor in Centralia Monday. Others called on friends and attended meetings in nearby towns.
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Elizabeth Simcox
P. B. Simcox
Bobby Jennings
Maurice Willis
Maurice Eagan
James Ballance
Margaret Ssaggini
Ellen Mulvaney
Evelyn Pug
Danek Bell
Amon Sterling
L. W. Ballance
West Broadway
West Vasity Ave
Alcom’s
Dale Meryman
Milwaukee
Wis
Everett Meryman
Altom’s
Moneaqua
Harriet Meryman
J. P. Crawford
Irene
Beecher City
Patoka
Altom
Harvey Munger
Garrison
Galatia
Archie Pugh
Decatur
Henry Pugh
Bill Eagan
Clinton
Leo Johnson
Salem
Lease Ruddick
Centralia
Alex Ruddick
J. H. Ralston
Oklahoma
T. M. Jones
H. J. Hartkopp
Ohio
H. O. Henning
A. R. Williams
Anna Peters
Margaret Hawley
Ihn Charrottino
William Hardy
Edgar Smith
Chicago
D. H. Smith Sr
Harry Bellamy
C. C. Bellamy
Logan Davidson
F. W
Mindful Driving and Preparedness Advice
Practical road safety tips urge drivers to stay focused on the road and keep hands ready on the wheel. The guidance lists essential items for long trips such as license, registration, tools, valve parts, and a pressure gauge, plus a foil workaround for a blown fuse.
Practical car maintenance tips from an old manual
Advice on engine care tires and brakes. Watch radiator water and crankcase oil in new cars. Under inflated tires raise fuel use and risk. Front tire wear is dangerous. ensure even inflation and avoid overloading. Check brakes by coast test at 25 mph. Use proper pressure gauges and avoid kerosene to clean crankcases. Regular oil changes prevent sludge.
Wonder of Science Eclipse Prank Ends With Roosting Chickens
A University of Chicago expedition studying a solar eclipse told a cook named Hannibal that the chickens would roost at 10. He doubted, but at the predicted hour the day darkened and the fowls settled, leaving Hannibal astonished as the professor laughed.
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University of Chicago
Hannibal
Roosters Roasted as Jokes Stun Hardware World
A year ago Hanni bal quips about chickens that were not hatched yet while Hardware World jokes that the chicks were never hatched. The line mocks timing and sales banter with a humorous regional voice.
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Hannibal
Funeral Eulogist Quips About Shell Not Nut
An officiant at a funeral drew a sharp, cryptic remark as he praised the deceased. He concluded with Friends, all that remains here is the shell, the nut has gone. The line sparked surprise among mourners and local coverage notes the odd tone.
Stop Go St Peter Gatekeeper Bit
A brief quip depicts St Peter at the gate interviewing a spirit who says he was a traffic cop. The joke hinges on a play of words as the gatekeeper prompts on a worldly occupation.
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St. Peter
Green Is Right He Walks In Velvet
A brief exchange centers on a ballot moment as a man and woman discuss attire for a voting day. The woman describes a green velvet walking suit with a matching hat, signaling poised civic participation in a social setting.
Rugs and furniture sale at Patoka Hardware & Furni ture Co
Patoka Hardware and Furniture Company in Illinois announces a clearance of used goods to make room for new stock. New rug and floor covering arrivals include 7x6x9 and 9x12 wool and fibre rugs, velvet and grass rugs, plus two oak dressers, iron bed and springs, dining chairs, a child’s iron crib, a library table, a Davenport, and more with bargain prices.
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Patra
Patoka Hardware & Furniture Company
Illinois
Notice Prohibits Hunting on Signed Lands
The undersigned forbid hunting with dogs or guns or trapping on land owned rented or controlled by them. Trespassing hunters and trappers will be prosecuted. Dated January 23 1931 by R J Johnson.
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R. J. Johnson
Stone
For Sale and Rent Notices Featured in Local Advertisements
A collage of lone line classifieds lists properties and goods for sale or rent in Vernon Illinois and nearby areas. Entries include a John Bagby place sale to settle an estate, an 80 acre farm for rent, hay and straw, purebred cattle, a No 1 piano, a fresh cow, and a registered Poland China hog with contact lines.
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John Bagby
C. N. Cruse
Eugene Leninger
Vernon, Ill
Pope Sisters
C. M. Rogier
Wes Martin
Vernon, Il
J. C. Leicht & Son
Boulder
Ill
J.C. Griffin
A. A. Griffin
F. L. Cox
Breezy Hill
Poland
China
Joegers
Engagement Surprise Brings Modern Pairing Plans
A brief exchange reveals a confession of engagement to Dick last night. The response suggests postponing any wedding plans to next week, indicating a tentative timeline and mutual hesitation as they navigate the announcement.
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Sandoval
O. F. Davis
Wm. Cahill
Inquire Register Office
Everett Purdue
I. O. O. F. Lodge
Ilinois
Patoka, Illinois
Baby
MAE Eagan Auto and Property Insurance
Carl Cunningham
East Broadway
Wilma Crawford
J. M. Smith
Vernon
Linton & Beery
Beryl Linton
Clayton Beery
International Harvester Company
Mobil Oil Special
Columbia Oil
P.G. A
George J. Wasem
THE
Blue Goose Garage
el. E. Belcher
Meridian
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