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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1964
Page
1
The Carrigan Home Bureau unit met at Mrs Frank Chigoi with 10 members and five guests. Mrs Beryle Arnold led lessons on winter arrangements and cook today serve tomorrow. Two new members joined: Mrs Leo A Walker and Mrs Donald Adams.
Saturday night November 7 a going away party hosted by Mr and Mrs W W Pop Romack honored Mr and Mrs Elwin Bushue and Lisa as they transfer to Altamont. Attendees included multiple Patoka couples plus relatives from Vernon West Frankfort Sandoval and Sandoval. Refreshments of coffee and cake were served and the Bushues received an Early American table lamp as a going away gift.
The PTA meets Monday night at 7 at the school cafeteria with Mrs Thelma Arnold presenting Understanding New Math Techniques. Sixth grade mothers provide refreshments and band parents meet immediately after the program.
Mrs Bernice Weaver expresses gratitude for the many thoughtful birthday cards she received on her 90th birthday. She thanks friends and neighbors for their kindness and notes the appreciation will be long remembered.
Sunbeams gathered at the Baptist church Saturday afternoon November 7 with Mark Zimmerman presiding. Guests included Mary, Martha and Lea Grabb of Harrisburg and D Wayne Morris of Bushnell.
Wilbur Melntire, caretaker of Conservation Lake Club 101, expresses gratitude for public cooperation in making the lake a picnic site for families. He thanks Mr. Fowler, editor of the Patoka Register, for support as membership rises in 1964 enabling recreation improvements.
Twenty five members of Willing Neighbors Club met at Mrs Hill's home and toured the Murray Children's Center in Centria. The group found the visit most interesting to those who attended.
Wilmer Meador received birthday honors at a turkey and basket dinner hosted by Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Caudle and daughters at their home. Attendees included extended family and friends from St. Louis Peoria St Peter Sholconier Westfield and nearby towns. Afternoon caller was Raymond Halbrook.
Mr and Mrs Elwin Bushue and Lisa express sincere thanks to neighbors in Patoka and Vernon for four happy years. They cherish memories of the friendly community and kindness shown during their time at Patoka as they prepare to leave.
At the regular library board meeting a rummage and bake sale report showed $94.35 raised. Librarian Miss Letta Hopkin s was tasked with buying new children books and subscribing to magazines. Donations came from Mrs. E L Norris Christina Crawford Artie Rogier Mrs Stella Ververs and Mrs Mayme Galloway.
Mrs E L Rogier entertained the Ladies Fancy work Club at a luncheon at Star-Lite Cafe near Salem Friday. New member Mrs Walter Parks was welcomed and Mrs Katie Nattier of Salem was a guest. Gift exchange names were drawn for the Christmas meeting with Mrs S M Spurgeon hosting. Miss Christina Crawford to entertain. Mrs Rogier resigned as she and Mr Rogier spend the winter in Texas.
The Women's Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church held its November meeting Thursday afternoon with 13 members and five visitors. President Mrs Nona Biehl led the business and announced a Book Study for Friday November 20 at 10 am, followed by a pot luck lunch at noon. Marie Atchison led the lesson on Korea with Roberta Britt and Alice Nattier assisting, and cheesecake and a drink were served.
The high school gym hosts the first school year concert on Tuesday November 17 at 8 p m with the Grade School Concert Band Jr High Mixed Chorus and the High School Concert Band directed by Mr Howard Wooters The Jr High Mixed Chorus and High School Concert Band perform excerpts from Music Man There is no admission charge and the public is invited.
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