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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1929
Page
5
Illinois made merchandise valued at 206,355,671 dollars was sold abroad during 1928, according to figures released by state officials. The data outlines the scale of the state’s outbound trade and highlights the role of industrial output in foreign markets.
Ten piece Vivani cosmetic set offered for 1.97 with face powder rouge tissue cream depilatory astringent bath salt toilet water perfume brilliantine skin whitener and more. Coupon clip required no upfront payment sent. money refunded if not satisfied. Bea Van 580 Fifth Avenue New York location listed.
A state bill allowing Springfield downstate cities to raise bonding power by two and a half percent passed with Governor Emmerson approval. An 85 mph speed limit change to 45 mph on public highways was noted as key. Fort Dixon Memorial commission members were named by Governor Emmerson to oversee a Lincoln era monument in Dixon. Voting records of the 56th general assembly will appear in the August Illinois Agricultural Association Record.
Vandalia Lions and families enjoyed an evening at Kitchell Park in Pana with supper, games, and swimming. Mary Stombaugh and daughters spent Wednesday in Cracker Neck. Rosa Laswell returned to work at the shoe factory after three months at the Danes cafe.
Community notes recount Mr. C. C. Green driving a Chevrolets touring car and needing less work for Dobbin. Families visit in Arnold Chapel area as Earl and Glen Arnold with Chicago wives tour relatives. Cattle moves occur as Lew Engler sells a cow and buys one from Roy Thompson. Various locals gather for berry picking and an ice cream social at Arnold.
Dr Caldwell urged simple preventive steps with three rules: keep feet warm, stay active, and follow a mild vegetable remedy for constipation. He warned against harsh purges and promoted nonhabit forming relief sold at drugstores. The advice reflects early 20th century public health guidance from Dept. PB Mort.
Chapel enjoyed a large crowd with proceeds aiding church work. Robert Arnold and family of Sandoval visited with Mrs. Mona Arnold and Frank Quayle and family. Lewis Jones and family and Mrs. Mary Walker traveled to Vandalia for dental work, while Mrs. George Mayberry and Mrs. Marion Griffin of Alma spent Monday with Francis Griffin gathering blackberries. Ruth Doolen visited cousin Myra Headley. Orval Britt and family from near Patoka joined Blanche Doolen and children. Paul Stevens and wife near Salem were Friday visitors with the Jones family.
Southeast Town reports visits among residents, including Pearl Poole, Clarence Cozad, Mary Ella Collins, and others. An ice cream supper at Fairman raised 31 dollars. Notices of sympathy for the Walker family and the Heninger infant, plus health updates for Mrs. Bowen and Mrs. Stillabower.
Mrs. John Bopp announces an ice cream supper at Temple Church this Saturday night July 27. Ladies are invited to attend and are asked to bring cakes for the event.
Cracker Neck reports hot dry conditions with dust and horse flies. Rachel Barnes returns home after five weeks of sickness at her parents. J A Shepard visits Keyesport to see ill sister Hannah Reed. Rollie Stombaugh and family visit Grandma Wall and Bessie Stark. Charley Shepard and family from Shattuc visit. Dock Shepard and wife spend night in Shattuc with son Chas. Prayer meeting at Mound Chapel described as good.
Fairman Eli Palmer and Dean Hill assisted in loading walnut logs here. Mrs. Minnie Merten had her home repainted. Bob Yates painted homes in Sandoval. Herb Stone made a business trip to Sandoval. Local residents hauled limestone, visited relatives, and attended the Fairman ice cream social which raised 75 dollars.
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