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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1935
Page
8
The article praises Dr. J C Heyduck of Centralia as a leading dentist with modern training and civic-minded service. It also profiles Sheriff Bryan Pitts of Marion County, praising his experience fairness and dependable leadership in safeguarding public interests.
The Centralia attorney Russell Wilson is praised for long service to Marion County beyond legal work. The article lauds his efficiency, idealism, and public minded missions, calling him a model of the local bench and bar and worthy of inclusion in a special feature column.
The article extols R. V. Jordan Superintendence in Centralia, lauding his leadership, character, and motivational impact on faculty and students, as essential to Illinois education and the nation’s future.
Wendell Webster, Marion County supervisor, is praised for efficiency and economy. The article lauds his conscientious administration, public regard, and steady dedication, calling him a commendable and emulable public servant.
Ward P Holt serves as States Attorney in Marion County bringing deep legal knowledge and practical experience to the role. Citizens commend his rare tact and broad view of life and note his sincere public service for the commonwealth.
Local news notes a Sound your Horn comedy show at the High School gym this Wednesday. The column also lists visitors to Decatur Kinmundy Patoka and nearby towns, along with several social calls, births, and community events across the region.
Watch for next weeks issue for details on a public sale including household furniture. Mrs. Mattie Crosby, owner, listed as the contact.
The Ladies Aid will serve a Thanksgiving dinner at Vernon gym, inviting everyone to attend.
C. E. Eaglin warns dog owners publicly that he is criticized for not killing dogs and issues a fair warning to keep dogs at home in the village.
The M. E. Church hosts a Social on November 16 inviting everyone to attend. Guests will receive a bright colored sock and, if not, another at the Social. Attendees are asked to place one cent for each hose size into a sock, for entertainment and greetings, with refreshments provided.
Oscar L Hawkins longtime Marion County Clerk noted for his sober approach to public duty. The article praises his preparation, dedication, and dependable administration earning broad community esteem and recognition.
R W Barnhill, chief of police in Salem, receives high praise from citizens and officials for his administration. He is described as unbending with offenders yet genial, valuing officer welfare and citizen protection, with Salem noted for crime and disorder absence under his leadership.
Rer meetings occur every Monday at 7 30 led by Amey Brilley pastor of Pentecost Church with Bible drills special music and youth lessons. Officers elected Ruth Murfin president Claire Smith vice president Mary Wickersham secretary Freeda Meadors treasurer Lucille Smith devotional leader Beulah Wickersham pianist Bill Williams chorister. Parish invites attendance at Saturday 7 30 prayer service Sunday School 9 80 and Sunday night services 7 30.
In loving memory of our father J A Shepard who departed this life on November 138 1934. We miss your smiles and love and cherish the hope of a glorious home above. Loved and remembered by Mr and Mrs John Shepard and Mr and Mrs Charles Shepard.
Sunday service covers Adam and Fallen Man in Lesson Sermon. Golden Text from Psalms 15 asks who may dwell in thy holy hill. Ephesians 6 urges truth, righteousness, faith, and the gospel of peace. Eddy’s Science and Health cites creation as very good on page 625.
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