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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1961
Page
1
A Patoka column reports a Legion county meeting slated for Salem on Thursday March 30 at 8 p m. Local residents donate to Cancer Drive with plans for April. Families visit relatives, and area folks attend dairy producers meeting in Bellville. Obituaries note E C Belcher death, and community events include Harmonettes radio performance and church gatherings.
Patoka Lions Club welcomed Dr. H. D. Nesmith of Salem District Governor of Zone 1-C. He spoke on Lionism and community betterment. The club reported $171 from last Thursday’s Donkey ball game and planned an April 17 Civil Defense film program. Wm. Jenkins said 25 local Boy Scouts will attend Camp Joy. Beautification plans include leasing space near the I. C. depot for a small park and adopting a specific flower for village planting.
The Vernon Good Will Club held a gathering at Patoka home of Mrs. Susie Carter with eight members and four visitors. A pot luck lunch was served and members worked on quilt blocks. Guests included Mrs. Cecile Brown, Mrs. Ruth Murfin, Mrs. Nellie Doolen, and Mrs. Esta Cox. The next meeting is planned for March 29 with Mrs. Mary Kottmeyer.
The Patoka Township in Marion County Illinois announces its annual township meeting and election set for April 4 1961. Voters will elect one supervisor one township clerk one township assessor and three town auditors. An increased levy for road and bridge may be approved up to .33 percent of full value. Meetings begin at Vernon Village Hall and Patoka Village Hall with reports and budget discussions.
Mrs. Theodore Stone 62 of German Valley dies Thursday March 16 in Freeport hospital. Born November 11 1898 in Shobonier she married Theodore Stone February 8 1921 and lived in Patoka with seven years at German Valley. Survived by husband three daughters one son eight grandchildren two brothers six sisters and buried at Pratt Cemetery after service at Patoka Christian Church.
Tuberculin tests will be offered at Patoka High School on Monday March 27 to all first and fifth graders from Vernon and Patoka grade schools and to freshmen and seniors at Patoka High. Parents should sign permits. only children with prior positive reactions are exempt. Dr Busch and public health nurses will administer starting at 1 pm.
Joyce Sharp reports on play preparations for April 7 with stage props posters and tickets in progress. Staff and students attend Ice Capades in St. Louis while exam week prompts report cards soon. Chemistry field trip to Ohio Oil Refinery in Robinson Illinois set for March 28.
The Payne Families thank neighbors and friends for support after the loss of Velma and Harold. Gratitude is expressed for prayers, kindness, and blessings. The Wheeler Family also thanks Patoka friends for flowers after Portions M Wheeler’s passing.
The American Legion Auxiliary announces a bake sale scheduled for Saturday April 1. The exact time and venue will be released next week.
Portius M Wheeler 78 of Monticello Ill born January 28 1883 Patoka Ill died March 14 1961. He learned telegraphy in Patoka then served at Monticello office and managed the Interurban Store before retirement. Survived by widow Edith four children 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild four sisters two predeceased. Funeral March 16 at Monticello Methodist Church burial in Monticello Cemetery.
Last Wednesday evening the First Baptist Church hosted a midweek prayer service at 7 30. A miscellaneous shower for the pastor and his family who recently moved to Patoka followed with donations of canned goods sugar eggs frozen meats fruits and vegetables. About 60 people attended.
School lunch plan covers March 27 to 30 with daily meals. Monday features hot dog with relish and baked beans. Tuesday offers roast beef and mashed potatoes. Wednesday serves chili and crackers with ham salad. Thursday includes hamburger on bun and corn. Friday is no school with no meals listed.
The notice states an election on Saturday April 8 1961 to elect two members for full term and one member for a two year term to the School Board of District No 100 Marion Fayette Clinton Counties Illinois. Two precincts with Vernon School and Patoka Grade School Gym as polling places open noon to 7 pm.
The Settle family of First Baptist Church expresses grateful thanks for the many gifts received at last Wednesday's charitable shower. They extend appreciation to members and friends for their generosity and support.
Pa toka high school student Dennis L Bricker ranked in the upper half of his class among about 1300 finalists in the Illinois State Scholarship Commission exam. Recipients receive tuition and fees up to 600 dollars yearly, with plans to attend the University of Illinois.
Patoka Home Bureau met Friday with 17 members and two guests at the home of Mrs. Robert Hollis. Mrs. Charles Nattier presided with co hosts Mrs. Bruce Pugh and Mrs. E D Patterson present. Miss Marie Brite taught. Miss Pearl Britt spoke on Pressing Methods. Work day is April 5 at Mrs. Robert Eagan home. April gathering to be at Baptist church south room with co hosts Mrs. Edwin Nattier and Mrs. Charles Nattier.
Easter sunrise services will be held on Sunday April 2 at 6 a m at the Methodist Church with Rev Robert Hollis guest minister The order includes Invocation by Bro Rufus Stephens Scripture by Bro Chester Groves Sermon by Rev E Elwood Settle and Benediction by Rev Clifton from General Baptist Church
Band parents schedule a family night on Tuesday March 28 at 7 30 PM in the high school auditorium. All band members and parents are urged to attend with entertainment planned and refreshments to be provided by several members including baked cakes.
Mr and Mrs Rollie E Klinge of Shobonier celebrate 50 years of marriage with a family dinner on Sunday April 2. They will not hold an open house but welcome cards from friends.
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