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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1955
Page
8
The First National Bank numbers a cross section of industrial and farm leaders among its depositors. It offers full banking services with resources to serve both small and large accounts. As a member of the FDIC it insures savings up to $10,000. Farmers are invited to discuss banking problems and seek solutions.
Robert C Williams Plumbing and Heating offers one trip service for new installations repairs remodeling. Call 623 Vandalia for prompt plumbing heating and air conditioning service. Fully equipped truck ready for small or large jobs with satisfactory guaranteed work and reasonable prices.
Vandalia's Stombaughs Tin Shop advertises Front Rank and Rheem furnaces built by a well known company for low cost efficient service. It stresses experienced installers, repairs for any furnace, and custom sizing with fuel savings, inviting readers to call 142 Vandalia for an estimate.
Rothe Farm Supplies operates in Vandalia and St. Peter as a John Deere agent offering the latest farm implements and machinery. They provide repairs and parts, boast experienced staff, and promote honest dealing and helpful service to maximize yields for area farmers.
Craycroft Motor Co in Vandalia promotes the 1955 Ford as the Queen of the Highways praising its long heritage from Model T to the new V-8. It highlights the Fairlane Crown Victoria and three Mercury lines Montclair Monterey and Custom with ten new models for selection.
Vandalia’s S. W. Hayes Hatcheries on South First promotes poultry feeds remedies and sanitation supplies. The shop offers expert poultry advice, chick quality and a full line of feeders waterers brooders and equipment from national makes. Call 130 for complete poultry sales and service.
Henrichsmeyer 66 Service, located at 104 E. Gallatin Vandalia, promotes Phillips 66 gas and oil and a full line of auto accessories. The station touts high mileage through quality products and dependable service with a friendly staff.
Buick enthusiasts praise the 1955 model as the best yet and can see the car on display at Langston Buick Co. Vandalia. The firm invites test drives and promises reliable repairs, complete overhauls, prompt courteous service, and a selection of good used cars as motorist headquarters.
In Vandalia the Culligan Soft Water Service at 929 St. Louis offers solutions for hard water iron stains corroded pipes and bad tasting or odorous water. They provide filters chlorinators and other conditioning equipment and claim soft water at the faucet for laundry and kitchen cutting soap bills by about 75 percent while aiding healthful drinking.
Fayette Frozen Foods at 1129 North 7th Vandalia Illinois offers locker rental and a full line of frozen foods plus a processing plant for meat processing curing and smoking They emphasize sanitary operations strict state law compliance and affordable locker rates with the slogan live better for less
Michel's Feed Store markets high quality balanced rations for poultry hogs and cattle across a wide region. The firm emphasizes research backed feeds economical options and proven increases in cattle and hog production with a strong reputation and dependable service.
The Woolsey Brothers Farm Service is praised for up-to-date facilities fair prices and consistent high quality feeds. The review commends the firm for moderate pricing and dependable service by telephone mail or in person urging readers to support this well known local supplier of seeds and feeds.
Kelley’s Feed and Grain Co. is described as a leading dealer in feed and grain. The firm emphasizes high quality products, modern science, and strong community ties, noting widespread recognition, growing trade, and a respected, influential role in the local economy.
Vandalia Recreation Center on E Gallatin in Vandalia offers bowling and sports with a focus on relaxation and enjoyment. The manager emphasizes prompt courteous service, high quality equipment, and fair business methods attracting a growing local patronage.
Granfield Jewelry stands as the known local shop in Vandalia and surrounding areas offering diamonds, jewelry, watches, silver and gifts. Courteous staff provide attentive service from entry, with expert advice for weddings birthdays or small gifts, ensuring a remark able selection for any occasion.
Van dalia residents are urged to use Kimes Flying Service as a leading airport with government approved equipment and pilots offering charter plane rental and crop spraying services. The firm also provides flying instructions and business or leisure charters, promising time and cost savings.
In Vandalia Illinois J H Smith Well Drilling offers guaranteed service with experienced staff and modern equipment. The firm promotes efficient courteous service and invites calls to 4191 Farina for information and estimates.
In this section a leading firm offers a complete line of Minneapolis Moline farm machinery. The business has built a large and growing trade among farmers, known for dependable quality and a long-standing reputation. The store is a local hub with friendly service and hospitality for visitors and neighbors.
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