Hallowe'en Carnival Triumph for Patoka PTA
The Patoka High School gym hosted a large PTA Hallowe'en carnival with booths, costumes, and an amateur show. Prizes went to Ugliest Sonny Talbert and Don Griffin, Prettiest Isabel Mayoral, Funniest Nellie Mae Crawford, Cleverest Thelma Riley and Francis Simcox.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hallowe’en
Parent Teachers Association
Patoka High School
Sonny Talbert
Don Griffin
Isabel Mayoral
Nellie Mae Crawford
Thelma Riley
Francis Simcox
J. L. Coombs
Evelena Jennings
Imogene Richeson
Donald Tee Ellis
Pansy Wasem
Dayne Adams
Donald Lee Ellis
Daddy
Baby
Shorty Parker
Billy Stringer
Wes Griffin
Rachel Adams
Ida Smith Celebrates 63rd Birthday Anniversary
A surprise party honored Ida Smith for her sixty third birthday on October 29 at her home. Mae Logan gave readings before ice cream cake and candy were served. Attendees included Mrs. J. R. Carter, Millie Jimimerson, Ollie Alexander, Nell Quayle, Laura Haley, Sue Smith, E. Oneal, Bertha Murry, Nellie Adams, Mae Logan, and E. A. Adams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ida Smith
Mae Logan
Walton Family Reunion Weekend at Edgewood Ill
Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Walton spent Sunday at Edgewood Illinois with Mrs. Effie Arnold and son Walton. Other attendees included Mr. and Mrs. O. T. Walton of Patoka, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. A. Walton, and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Arnold of Decatur. A noon meal was served and a pleasant visit followed. Afternoon callers were Mr. and Mrs. Clem Doolen and daughters of Vernon, Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. L. Walton
Edgewood
Ill
Effie Arnold
Walton
O. T. Walton
Patoka
Wm. A. Walton
Floyd Arnold
Decatur
Clem Doolen
Vernon, Til
Bond Transport Truck Tumbles South of Patoka
Early Thursday a large 4000 gallon Bond transport truck driven by Harold Alexander of Centralia overturned about five miles south of Patoka. The truck slid 60 to 70 feet on its side, demolishing the cab, but Alexander escaped with no serious injuries after being forced from his lane by an oncoming car on the wrong side of the road. The vehicle, carrying casing-head gasoline, was en route to a Pana refinery.
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B. E. Bond
Harold Alexander
Centralia
Patoka
Alexander
Pana
Patoka Businesses Close Early for Armistice Day
Local commerce will shut down at 11 a.m. on Armistice Day Tuesday November 11 as the town observes the national holiday. Stores offices and banks will modify hours accordingly.
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Patoka
Patoka Graduates From Kelly Field
Roy W. Allen and Charles L. Belcher, both Patoka natives, were among 250 aviation cadets who graduated from Kelly Field Friday. One fifth of the class, 40 men, received commissions as second lieutenants in the air corps, led by Maj. Gen. Frank P. Lahm. Allen and Belcher plan a Patoka visit with their parents as they celebrate advancement at Randolph Field in Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy W. Allen
Geo. Allen
Patoka
Charles L. Belcher
Madeline Porter
Kelly Field
Air Corps
Illinois
Frank P. Lahm
Gulf Coast Air Corp Training Center
Army
Roy Allen
Charles Belcher
Randolph Field
Texas
James Walden 76 Dies in Peoria Patoka Native Buried Here
James Walden born 1865 in Patoka son of John and Julia Walden died in Peoria after illness with four children and two sisters remaining. He lived much of his life in northern Illinois and was a member of the Local Christian church with funeral at Patoka Christian Church officiated by W. E. Fields. pallbearers listed and burial at Patoka Cemetery with many relatives from Colfax McLean Aurora Normal Chicago Heights and Peoria attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Walden
John
Julia Walden
Patoka
Anne Eaglin
Walden’s
Illinois
Walden
Mr. Walden
Della Johnstone
Harold
Peoria
Christian Church
W. E. Fields
Howard
Aurora
Elton
Leroy
Eva Chapman
Bloomington
Allen Alexander
C. A. Adams
Walter Adams
Charles Foltz
W. M. Ellis
Albert Cruse
Joe Simcox
Alva Powell
Dan Leary
Richard Leary
Colfax
C. L. Dodgson
Harry Hanes
Clifford Longworth
McLean
Howard Walden
Doris Walden
Feyereisen
James Durward Walden
Elton Walden
Gerry
Donald Walden
James Harold Walden
Leon
Marjorie
Marvin
Robert
A. L. Chapman
Joy
Normal
Maurice Chapman Story
Avis Chapman Blair
Chicago Heights
G. R. Knight
Alton
Red Cross Roll Call Aimed at Marion County
The 25th Annual Red Cross drive runs November 11 to 30 with a Marion County goal of 2358 dollars excluding Centralia. The Marion County Chapter reports 46 cases assisted this year and prepares a large supply quota for soldiers in the Army and Navy Hospital Station. Residents are urged to visit the Legion Hall Monday afternoon to join, pick up assigned knitting and sewing tasks, and return finished items for pickup by Salem.
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American Red Cross
Marion County
Centralia
Red Cross
United States Army
Patoka
The
Legion Hall
Salem
Week of Prayer Held by Methodist Women Society
The Ladies of the Methodist church hosted an all day Missionary meeting at Mrs. C. B. Anderson’s home. Morning leader Mrs. Lora Alton and afternoon leader Mrs. Donna Jennings oversaw programs. A $30 collection funded four projects including Brewster College Jacksonville and foreign literature distribution. A noon potluck accompanied the sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies of the Methodist Church
C. B. Anderson
Lora Alton
Donna Jennings
Brewster College
Jacksonville
Florida
Good Will Club Meets With Protz Sisters
The Good Will Club gathered with Misses Sophia and Emma Protz on October 27. Fifteen members attended an all day quilting event and a noon dinner. Attendees included Cliffie Gilespie Marie Crawford Luttie Belcher Nellie Doolen Maud Meador Marie Meador Sylvia Binnion Tillie Meador and several others.
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Good Will Club
Sophia
Emma Protz
Cliffie Gilespie
Marie Crawford
Luttie Belcher
Nellie Doolen
Maud Meador
Marie Meador
Sylvia Binnion
Tillie Meador
Sorrell
Mrs. Kleiman
Ruth Caudle
Mandy Binion
Tina Murfin
Sophia Protz
McMackin Fatally Injured in Auto Wreck Near Chicago
C L McMackin of Salem was fatally injured in an auto wreck near Chicago on November 1 while en route to attend the Merchandise Mart with C L Barnett of West Frankfort. He had operated in Salem since 1879 and funeral services were held Sunday from the recently completed Mc Mackin funeral home.
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C. L. McMackin
Salem
Chicago
McMackin
C. L. Barnett
West Frankfort
Merchandise Mart
Patoka
Marion County
Revival Meeting at Baptist Church Begins Monday Evening
A revival at the Baptist church starts Monday at 7:30 p m led by Rev Paul Carleton of Vandalia Baptist Church. Attendance and offerings reported from last Sunday include 73 in Sunday School and 16 20 in offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Church
Paul Carleton
Vandalia Baptist Church
Jesus Christ
Evelyn Ellis
Billy Stringer
D. C. Stringer
Gly Brethren
R. A. Meeting Leads Prayer and Charity Basket
The R A meeting began with prayer by Billy Stringer and decided to contribute for a basket for the poor and needy. A program, gains, and refreshments were provided, with attendees Julia Miller Marylea Miller Alvin Miller Billy Stringer Paul Davidson Harold Parker and Durward Stinger.
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R. A
Billy Stringer
Julia Miller
Marylea Miller
Alvin Miller
Paul Davidson
Harold Parker
Durwood Stinger
Former Vernon Woman Cora Forehand Hanson Dies in Seattle
Mrs. Cora Forehand Hanson of Seattle died November 1 1941 at King County Hospital. Born July 9 1884 in Carrigan Township she lived in Vernon most of her life. Survived by husband J A Hanson three sons a daughter two sisters two brothers and four grandchildren. Burial at Vernon Cemetery after services at Vernon Methodist Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cora Forehand Hanson
Seattle
Wash
King County Hospital
Hanson
Vernon
Carrigan Twp
J. A. Hanson
Vandalia
Clarence Hanson
Sandoval
Lloyd
Wendal Hanson
Betty Hanson
Mary Delamy
Tressie Barnes
Patoka
Clarence
Opal Forehand
St. Louis
Cox and Martin Funeral
Vernon Methodist Church
Vernon Cemetery
Cox and Martin Funeral Home
Pleasant visit with guests and future meeting planned
Guests were Alice Wilson Alice Marie Protz Nan Perkins Hulda Godel and Lola Maud Meador. Gifts were exchanged and the guests departed thanking the hostesses for a very pleasant day. Next meeting set for Nov. 12 with Mrs Sorrell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Wilson
Alice Marie Protz
Nan Perkins
Hulda Godel
Lola Maud Meador
Mrs. Sorrell
Halloween Party at Toad Island School
A Halloween Party was held at Toad Island School Friday night with games and prizes. Winners included Florence Crawford, Marjory Homes, Ralph Barnes, Wesley Jolliff, Josie Williams, and Paul Dean Crawford. Refreshments of sandwiches, doughnuts, cocoa, and coffee were served.
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Toad Island School
Florence Crawford
Marjory Homes
Ralph Barnes
Wesley Jolliff
Josie Williams
Paul Dean Crawford
Pie Supper Draws Crowd at Toad Island School
The P T A Pie Supper at Toad Island School on October 24th was well attended. Prizes went to Elza Sharp Marvin Walker Minnie Nelson Agnes Mae H Billy Linton and Elton Carter. The event cleared $33.55 from the Pie Supper and Cake Walk.
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Toad Island School
Elza Sharp
Marvin Walker
Minnie Nelson
Agnes Mae H
Billy Linton
Elton Carter
Victoria Chapter O. E. S Election of Officers Notice
Victoria Chapter O. E. S. calls all members to attend the election of officers on Monday evening November 10. Guest night details note Mrs. G. J. Wasem as guest of honor and Mrs. O. J. Hill as guest Adah. Attendance at Odin for guest night is not possible due to election.
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Victoria Chapter
O. J. Hill
G. J. Wasem
P. J. Mojonnier
Pocahontas
Adah
Martha
Odin
PTA Meeting Set for Wednesday at 3 PM
The notice invites all who are interested in the PTA to attend a meeting at the school on Wednesday afternoon November 12 at three o'clock. The committee thanks the public for supporting the Halloween Carnival and its success.
Y W A Halloween Masquerade at Rev Miller Home
Members and guests of the Y. W. A. gathered Friday night at Rev. and Mrs. Miller’s home for a Halloween masquerade. Rev Miller and Orville Genure judged costumes. Virginia Atcheson and Faye Atcheson won prettiest outfits while Byron McKinney earned ugliest and Jerry Quayle the most clever costume. Games contests and refreshments followed.
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Walter Miller
Rev. Miller
Orville Genure
Virginia
Faye Atcheson
Byron McKinney
Jerry Quayle
Card of Thanks for Bereavement Help
The Walden family thanks all who helped during their bereavement including the Christian Church ladies, friends with flowers, Methodist singers, and Mr W E Fields for comforting words. Hward Walden Eva Walden Chapman Elton Walden James Harold Walden
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The
Christian Church
Methodist Church
W. E. Fields
Hward Walden
Eva Walden Chapman Elton Walden James Harold Walden
Samuel L. Eagen to be released from active service
Private Samuel L. Eagen of Patoka Illinois, with the 40th Military Police Co., is released from active Federal Service under the Service Extension Act of 1941. He received a Certificate of Service and will be transferred to the Enlisted Reserve Corps as processing concludes. Anders Larsen, Major M. I., Public Relations Officer, reports from Camp San Luis Obispo California.
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Camp San Luis Obispo
Calif
40H
Samuel L. Eagen
40Th Military Police Co
Patolka
Illinois
Army of
Wowans Club Plans County Meeting Menu
The Woman’s Club outlines the menu for the Patoka county meeting on November 15 featuring meat, green beans, peas, scalloped potatoes, cabbage, slaw, pumpkin pie, rolls, butter and coffee. It lists committees for reception, table service, coffee, entertainment, and specific posts like Meat and Green Beans chaired by named members.
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Womans Club
Patoka
Carrye Alexander
Eunice Rogier
Mildred Belcher
Grace Chance
Marvel Adams
Myrtle Rogier
Donna Jennings
Elsie Gray
Bonnie Wortman
Mae Simcox
Donna Bushnell
Bertha Miller
Augusta Peek
Esta Martin
Florence Martin
Maud Nall
Cecil Brown
Elsie Miller
Mae Good
Lulu Troyer
Jenel Carter
Julia Hill
Wilma Diveley
Lela Ballance
Emma Martin
Maude Malan
Mrs. Allen
Thelma Riley
Reta Simcox
Maude Lawson
Maude Irvin
Josie Simcox
Kate Walker
Edna Belcher
Estella Pugh
Susie Carter
Rolls and Butter
Harriet Meador
Gergie Settem
Bessie Murfin
Ruby Pike
Miss Barr
Dorthy Christie
Eva Potts
Ellen Simcox
Patoka Womans Club Meets at Legion Hall
The Patoka Womans Club will hold its regular meeting at Legion Hall instead of the gym on Saturday afternoon November 8 at 2 PM.
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Patoka Womans Club
Legion Hall
Masons Hold Regular Meeting At Local Temple
The Masons held a regular Monday night meeting at their temple with many members present. Fred Johnson was raised to the third degree and refreshments followed. Worshipful Master P. J. Mojonnier reported on the Grand Lodge session held in Chicago in October.
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Masons
Fred Johnson
P. J. Mojonnier
Grand Lodge
Chicago
Mrs Maude Lawson Thanks for Support After Accident
Maude Lawson expresses gratitude for cards flowers books and visits from friends after her recent accident thanking those who called and offered support.
Cephas A Adams warns against trespassing on lands
Notice declares no hunting or trespassing on all lands owned or controlled by Cephas A Adams. Signed A Adams.
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Cephas A. Adams
A. Adams
Patoka Indians Triumph 45 30 Over St Marys
Patoka Indians led by co captains Meador and Jolliff defeated St Marys 45 to 30 after trailing 14 to 7 at halftime. Meador topped scoring with 13 points tied by Krusmeyer for St Marys, while Green and Walker shone on the floor as Patoka prepares for a clash with Farina.
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Fletcher
Indians
Carlyle St. Mary’s
St. Mary’s Quints
Patoka
Meador
Meyers
Jolliff
Green
Walker
Nattier
Parker
Miller
Krusmeyer
St. Mary’s
Pott
Womac
Monical
Farina
Appreciated letter from Mrs Glenn Williams
A 1941 letter from Everett Washington praises the Patoka Register in Illinois. Mrs Williams sends one dollar for a subscription through May 1942 and credits improved coverage under new management. She notes the paper covers the local territory satisfactorily and wishes the editor luck.
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Everett
Wash
Patoka Register
Patoka
Illinois
Register
Rev Miller Undergoes Second Operation
The Rev. C. M. Miller underwent a second operation last Saturday morning and is reported to be recovering well. A third operation is expected in about three weeks.
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C. M. Miller
Surprise Birthday Party for Mrs Ida Smith
Neighbors and friends surprised Mrs Ida Smith at her home one afternoon last week. The gathering was social with delicious refreshments. Attendees included Mesdames Eli Logan Charles Adams Jennie Carter Millie Jimmerson Nellie Quayle Ollie Alexander Laura Haley Earl O Neal Frank Adams Bertha Murray and Miss Sue Smith.
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Ida Smith
Birthady
Mesdames
Eli Logan
Charles Adams
Jennie Carter
Millie Jimmerson
Nellie Quayle
Ollie ‘Alexander
Laura Haley
Earl O’neal
Frank Adams
Bertha Murray
Miss Sue Smith
Quarterly Conference Held in Patoka
Dr. Keane of Mt. Vernon district superintendent attended the first Quarterly Conference of the new year in Patoka last Wednesday evening. He led the session for the Centralia District, marking the start of the year’s activities.
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Keane
Mt. Vernon
Centralia
Patoka
Woman's Club Meeting Saturday at Legion Hall
The club hosts an afternoon program featuring Stephens C. Foster life, group singing, and a dramatization of Old Black Joe. Performers include Mrs. A. E. Good, Miss Jean Miller, and Miss Pansy Wasem with a Ladies Trio. Attendees should bring a small plate fork spoon and cup.
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Stephens C. Foster
Stephen C. Foster
A. E. Good
Jean Miller
Pansy Wasem
Old Black Joe
Legion Hall
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P. T. A. Hallowe’en Carnival
Bond Transport
Patokans
W. D. OF
C. S. OF Methodist Church
Good Will Club Met
R. A’s Meet
Toad Island
Y. W. A. Party
Wowan
Patoka Indians
Mrs
Glenn Williams
Woman’s Club
SAT
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