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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1955
Page
1
An impassioned tribute recalls the life and impact of George J. Wasem in Patoka. The author describes Wasem as a friendly, decisive man with a strong sense of humor who united the town in grief at his passing. The piece expresses the town’s belief that no one can fill his void.
The Patoka unit launches a drive to surpass its 31-member 1955 total, aiming to reach at least 40 members with a 10 percent increase. Miss Beatrice Jones, local membership chair, cites the national one million target and the department theme We Belong Because We Remember. The note also thanks friends and neighbors for support during a loved one's illness and passing.
The Thanksgiving dinner at Patoka Grade School gym on Thursday Nov 24 at noon lists committees for tables stoves tickets ticket taker and more. Names include Roy Malan Artie Rogier Jake Davis Dale Nattier Ed Arr id Bettie Simcox Edna Tune Rose Mojonnier Tim Cole Viola Cole Wash Bowen Cecil Black Nellie Smith and many others with roles in soliciting serving and cleanup.
The Fancy Work Club gathered Friday November 4 at Mrs. X. B. Holland's home. Guests included Mrs. Maude Nall Mrs. G. W Isaac and daughter Little Mary Basch. Mrs. Isaac joined the club prizes awarded to Potts Gray Isaac and Holland. Gift drawings planned for a December 2 Christmas party at Mrs. Roy Jones's home.
Mr and Mrs Floyd D Prater announce the engagement of Raymond Dee Prater to Miss Norma Jane Garmen daughter of Mr and Mrs Herbert Garmen formerly of Hartshorn Missouri Raymond Dee formerly of Round Spring Missouri is now employed at the Clyde Payne saw mill Miss Garmen has been visiting her aunt and uncle Mr and Mrs Glen Blake Route Two The wedding will take place in the near future.
The schedule lists meals from Monday to Friday covering Weiners with buns and beans to pork roast and dressing. Each day features milk and a fruit or dessert item with a balanced line of meats, starches, vegetables, and salads typical of a school lunch program.
Local brief covers residents traveling for pheasant hunting in DeSmet South Dakota and several weekend visits. It notes funerals in Patoka with Rev Charles Miller officiating and attendance by multiple relatives and former employees, plus social visits from Decatur Kinmundy Centralia and Denver.
Marion county 4-H clubs and parents gathered November 4 at the Lyric theatre in Salem for achievement night. Herbert Bennett spoke on youth activities tied to 4-H work. Jimmie Britt of Patoka earned multiple honors including county project honor member and dairy achievement. Patoka Panthers and Vernon Rockets led groups with 100 percent agriculture 4-H report completion under leaders Chris J. Gergeni and Art Falkenhain.
Two Sunbeam groups gathered at the Baptist church on Saturday afternoon November 5. Activities programs were conducted and refreshments were served by Miss Kathryn Nattier and her mother. Seasonal sweets included chocolate and decorated cup cakes.
The caption lists eight infants from Patoka with their ages and parents. Lonny Sharp two months, Teresa Sullens five months, Allen Belcher six months, Angela Rae ten months, Steve Hassell six months, Wesie Cain seven months. Families include Mr and Mrs Darrell Sharp Mrs Dean Sullens Mr Gale Belcher Mr Ralph Jones Mr Leon Hassell and Mr Bill Cain.
Patoka Lodge No. 613 A F and A M honored its past Masters at a regular meeting last Monday evening. About 50 members and visitors attended an oyster supper at 6 30 in the temple parlor before programs in the lodge rooms. Past Masters named included Oscar Caldwell Don Griffin E L Rogier B N Griffin J W Crawford L A Thalman Artie Rogier P J Mojonnier Gerald Cox C A Griffin R J Stephens A W Whiting Arnot Conley Ty ler. Living past Masters listed were F C Lawrence E L DeLay Clem Rodlen Wm Boyd Beryl Wertman Darvin Jones Robert Eagan. Present Masters received miniature trowels engraved with the Masonic emblem. A resolution was ordered in memory of George J Wasem a past Master who was buried Sunday.
Sanitary Milk Producers of Patoka will meet Monday, Nov 21 at 7 pm in the Methodist church basement. A chili supper will be prepared and served by members' wives. Officers for the new year will be elected. Current officers: President Bruce Pugh, Vice President Chris Gergeni, Secretary and Treasurer Cloud Betts.
Rev and Mrs Richard A Stowe announce the birth of a daughter Linda Jean on Sunday November 6 at 4 07 am at St Marys hospital Centra lia The baby weighed 6 pounds 7 ounces and both mother and baby are doing well
The infant son of Mr and Mrs H O Baptist of Waterloo Iowa died there Tuesday evening The body will be brought to Centralia for burial in Hillcrest cemetery Graveside services are set for 3 30 p m Thursday Nov 10 Rev Sterling Kerr will officiate The note ends with an unrelated line about a new operator and a phone call request
Patoka area farmers were reminded by the Social Security office in Mt. Vernon that they fall under the Social Security law this year. Emil J. Hoffman, manager of the Mt. Vernon office, said many farmers do not have a Social Security card and advised sending the form below directly to the Mt. Vernon office to obtain an application blank.
The W S C S met at the Methodist church for its November gathering. Mrs. Edward Foster read The Life of the Master from Jesus’ birth to his Beatitudes. A vocal solo by Mrs. Clifford Talbot followed, with other readings and songs. An auctioned social hour benefited gifts, organized by several members, as hostesses served pumpkin pie and coffee.
The Patoka Home Bureau unit hosts its regular monthly meeting Friday November 18 at 2 pm at Mrs Arthur Falkenhein’s Vernon home with Mrs Mason Bassett as co host. County Home advisor will present the Storage Space lesson. Officers for the coming year will be nominated by the committee of Mrs Chris Gergeni and Mrs S M Spurgeon.
The High School Band Boosters will meet Thursday November 17 at 7 30 PM in the high school. Everyone is invited for a musical program and urged to bring cookies.
Ten Patoka FFA members attended the Altamont Poultry and Grain judging contest. The grain team took second. the poultry team placed eighth. Monte Page was eighth in grain judging. Charles Murfin seventh in poultry. Eight grain exhibitors. four B's, three C's and a D. June Sanders injured in horse accident but returned to school. Senior class play Here Comes Charlie scheduled December 1. National F H A Week November 6 to 13. Girls to attend St Lawrence church November 13. Halloween Carnival grossed 529.07. checks mailed for 132.27 each to Patoka PTC Vernon PTC and Band Parents. balance to petty cash for expenses.
Dick Lange of Lange Tractor Sales announces a 1956 Plymouth Savoy 4 door on display at his north town salesroom. He notes it as the best seller around Patoka and can supply any Plymouth model. DeSoto cars are also offered.
Veterinary office closed from November 9 through November 14 due to Dr Ed Basch being out of town. The practice will resume normal operations after the specified dates.
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