Fresh oysters and visits highlight Square Deal personals
Fresh seafood specials at Square Deal Cafe appear alongside family notes. Mrs Leona Bratcher and daughter Carolyn arrived from Seattle to visit relatives in Patoka after stops in California Salt Lake City and St Louis. Born to Blen Wynn of Vernon Oct 11 and to Howard Smith of Alma Oct 12 and to Carrott Garrett Oct 12. Miss Harriett Quayle and Elizabeth Simcox tour Decatur and plan visits to Clinton and Springfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Square Deal
Leona Bratcher
Carolyn
Seattle
Wash
Smi
Square Deal Cafe
Blen Wynn
Vernon
Cestoria
Vicks Vapo
Howard Smith
Alma
Glenridge Coal Company prominent in Centralia Illinois
The Marion County Coal Co of Centralia Illinois is described as a well known, reliable coal supplier. The ad touts high quality coal with no clinkers or soot, offering maximum heat and low ash at competitive prices. It emphasizes accurate weights, first quality service, and growing patronage, inviting readers to ask their dealer for Glenridge coal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Industria
Centralia
Glenridge
June C. Smith A Leading Barrister Of Our Era
June C. Smith is praised as a top attorney and devoted citizen. The piece lauds his legal expertise, community spirit, and notable clientele, highlighting his self-made success and respected status among local professionals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
June C. Smith
Smith
J. D. Telford Jr for County Clerk on Republican ticket
Endorsement from local citizenry praising J. D. Telford Jr as a well known Marion county native with long public service. Voters urged to elect him county clerk, arguing his experience and goodwill will benefit the community and public offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Telford, Jr
Marion County
Telford
Bryan Pitts: Trusted Deputy Seeks Sheriff Post
Bryan Pitts, chief deputy sheriff, is presented as a capable and loyal candidate for sheriff. The endorsement highlights his integrity, readiness to serve, and expectation he will be a popular and conscientious official in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan Pitts
Mr. Pitts
Pitts
Patoka Area Socials and Local Events Report
Weekend visitors from Harrisburg to Patoka and Stringtown were noted along with business visitors from Effingham. The Patoka All-Star softball team prepared for a Friday game against Vandalia at Patoka Park. Local students and church revival attendance were reported, plus a series of personal updates on residents and a mental health case at the state hospital.
No Hunting Notice on Hampy Land
A signed notice states no hunting or trespassing is permitted on land owned or controlled by HA. C. Hampy. The undersigned affirms restriction against dogs or guns on the property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HA. C. Hampy
Shower for Mr and Mrs Nichols at home
A Friday evening miscellany shower honored Mr. and Mrs. John Nichols at their home. Friends played games and enjoyed pie cake and coffee while offering best wishes for their new home and future health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Nichols
Nichols
Lon Pritchett
Pearl Renfro
Jimmie Renfro
Alice Simpson
Alva Jett
Frances
Bonnie Palmer
Leona
Walter
Philip
Ella
Wehking
Evelyn Lee
Alfa Williams
Christian Church Chowder Supper At Cox Home
A chowder supper hosted by the Christian Church members and families was held Wednesday evening at Mr and Mrs Charles Coxs country home. About sixty five attendees shared games and music as October evenings feature outdoor activities around campfires and autumn sports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Christian Church
Charles Cox
Christian Science Lesson Sermon Addresses Sin Death and Disease
The Sunday Lesson-Sermon topic “Are Sin, Disease, and Death Real?” was discussed in all Christ Scientist churches on October 14. scriptures cited include Isaiah 33 22 and Psalms 35 18 20 alongside Mary Baker Eddy’s Science and Health affirming that sin sickness and death are errors of material belief and have no real origin or permanence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Churches of Christ
Scientist
Mary Baker Eddy
M E Church South Zion Church Service Schedule
Morning worship at 10 45 a m with sermon The Reward for the Righteous Evangelistic service at 7 00 p m led by Ad dis Walton Superintendent Churen School begins 9 30 a m Morning services conclude with a sermon and evangelistic evening program led by the superintendent
Orville L Wollard Prominent County Judge Candidate
Orville L Wollard attorney at law earns wide support for his administration vision as county judge. He waged a vigorous campaign within courteous bounds and is praised for public spirit and dedication to community welfare and progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orville L. Wollard
Second Coming of Christ Evangelistic Services Begin
Song service led by Maurice Ballance at Island Chapel announces evangelistic meetings starting October 28. H. M. Cady, pastor, extends a cordial invitation to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maurice Ballance
Neéensons
Island Chapel
H. M. Cady
Birthday Party for Dean Bowen Held at Bowen Home
A Monday night birthday party honored Dean Bowen with a large turnout at Mr. and Mrs. Wash Bowen's home. Family and friends listed include Irvin Bowen Leonard Orothers Charley Gerrish Earl Powe James w-s an ant Wash Bowen Mabel Isabel Bowen Opal Belcher Velma Long Cecil Floyd Bowen Wesley Troutt Dayne Woods Lester Quaylen Leo Corsen Ruben Thalman Dean Long Donald Belcer Joseph Yardley Ernest Schmahi.
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Wash Bowen
Dean
Irvin Bowen
Leonard Orothers
Charley Gerrish
Earl Powe
James W-S
Mabel
Isabel Bowen
Opal Belcher
Velma Long
Cecil
Floyd Bowen
Wesley Troutt
Dayne Woods
Lester Quaylen
Leo Corsen
Ruben Thalman
Dean Long
Donald Belcer
Joseph Yardley
Ernest Schmahi
Silver Tea at M. E. Church Elects Officers
Mrs Belle Beckemeyer hosted a Silver Tea on October 11 with devotion and games for Columbus Day. Authorities elected for the year include Belle Beckemeyer president Elsie Gray vice president Mac Eagan secretary treasurer Donna Jennings press correspondent. Prizes went to Mildred Belcher Mabel Belcher and Anna Belcher. Refreshments followed. Next meeting at Mrs Spurgeon’s home with Mae and Ruby Eagan in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belle Beckemeyer
Elsie Gray
Mac Eagan
Donna Jennings
Mildred Belcher
Mabel Belcher
Anna Belcher
Spurgeon
Mae
Ruby Eagan
Return From Auto Trip In the East
Miss Anna Peters of Sandoval Mrs Hettie Wernsman and Miss Mary Martin of Patoka recently returned from an auto trip through the east They were part of a party of seven leaving Decatur traveling via Cincinnati into West Virginia and Virginia Then to Washington D C Philadelphia New York Boston and Connecticut visiting historical sites and the Christian Science publishing house in Boston.
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Anna Peters
Sandoval
Hettie Wernsman
Mary Martin
Patoka
Decatur
Cincinnati
Ohio
West Virginia
Virginia
Washington, D. C
Philadelphia
New York City
Connecticut
Boston
Mass
New Christian Science Publishng House
Men Do Make Progress and the Intelligence Reign
A reflective passage asserts that men advance as foreign ministers shape nations and face mortality. It notes the world’s wonder and slight tremble while progress continues. Humans learn to rise above rivalries and perceive an unfolding, unfailing reign of intelligence guiding receptive minds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Science Monitor
Social visits and family notes from Sandy Branch
Mrs Nell Robb spent Sunday with her mother Mrs Vannda Conant. Mr and Mrs Russell Green of Vandalia and Mr and Mrs Clyde of Decatur visited Saturday night with Marvin Conant and family. Mrs Ben Wainscott, Mrs Marshall Williams and children, Mrs Tom Haines and Mrs Betty Nichols spent Friday afternoon with Mrs Selby Garrett. Mrs Mary Headley and children visited Cleve Coolen's home Saturday and Sunday. Mr and Mrs George Cole and daughter Joan spent Saturday evening at Marshall Williams. Mack Robb lost a valuable house Sunday afternoon. Ren Wainscott and family and Bob Green and family spent Sunday at George Coles. Bob Green and family were callers at Ren Wainscotts Saturday evening, Mr and Mrs Robt Nichols called.
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Nell Robb
Vannda Conant
Russell Green
Vandalia
Clyde
Decatur
Marvin Conant
Ben Wainscott
Marshall Williams
Tom Haines
Betty Nichols
Selby Garrett
Mary Headley
Cleve Coolen
George Cole
Joan
Mack Robb
Ren
Plymouth Car Promises Comfort and Value for Families
Safeway Motor Sales Co promotes the Plymouth as a low priced six with floating power engine mounting and hydraulic brakes. The feature list includes a safety steel body, vibration free ride, quick pickup, economy, and roomy interior aimed at family use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plymouth Motor Car
Plymouth
Safeway Motor Sales Co
Marshall Williams Home Incident Report
A brief note records activity at the Marshall Williams residence on Friday morning.
Local notes from Patoka and surrounding area
Eli Howard made a business trip to Patoka Monday. Mrs. Lela Fulton and daughter Lela May returned Sunday from a week with her parents near Inka. Infant of Howard Smith buried at Kinmundy Friday. Burl Linton and Maurice Maulding of Kinmundy visited. Mrs. Susan Black spent time with her son Wayne Black at Salem. James Emerson of Centralia did business in the area last week. Cecil Black and family visited Dwight Black family. A large crowd attended the pie supper at the schoolhouse Friday. net proceeds 14.56. Alvin Gray and wife visited Patoka Monday. Ed Corwin threshing near Fairman last week. Wm. Fulton and family and Mrs. Dana Somerville visited Patoka. Argie Howard and family spent Sunday with Ivy Hayes. Harvie Smith visiting Howard’s family. Raymond Albert picking pears for uncle Leslie Ghitter near Alma. Albert Fulton working at Salem hospital and attending school. Loren Bullard and Loren Albert working near Alma on the road.
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Eli Howard
Patoka
Lela Fulton
Lela May
Martin Schlosser
Inka
Howard Smith
Kinmundy
Burl Linton
Maurice Maulding
Susan Black
Wayne Black
Salem
James Emerson
Centralia
Cecil Black
Dwight Black
Alvin Gray
Ed Corwin
Fairman
Wm. Fulton
Dana Somerville
Argie Howard
Ivy Hayes
Harvie Smith
Howard
Raymond Albert
Leslie M
Alma
Albert Fulton
Salem Hospital
Loren Bullard
Loren Albert
Ownership Statement for Patoka Register Dated Oct 1 1934
Ingvald Settem declares as editor and owner of the Patoka Register Illinois that he holds publisher and managing editor positions. He lists Patoka as the address, notes no stockholders or security holders owning 1 percent or more, and states no bondholders. The affidavit is sworn before a notary and includes required ownership details for this publication.
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Congress
Patoka Register
Patoka
Illinois
Ilinois
Marion
Ingvald Settem
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Industrial Review Section
Marion County Coal CO
Centralia, Illinois
Glenridge Coal
South Locust St
Marion County Clerk
Marle Anderson
Harrisburg
Mervel Willett
Villa Grove
Stringtown
Mesdames
Elston Green
Orville Schroeder
Homer Potts
Lewis Walker
Cleve Walker
Normal
Thos. Walker
Patoka M. E. Church
South
Simcox Casa Market
Dow E.williams
St. Louis
D. R. Livesay
R. R. Bonnel
Bonnel
Ddr
M. P. DuComb
St. Anthon’s Hospital
Burie Linton
Lucile Garret
L. Church
Edwin Gray
Wiayne
Gray
Robert Gray
Paul Caldwell
George Ballance Wree
Lincoln
Elaine
Fred Kennedy
Harry Goldenstein
Will Chilton
Raymond Snyder
J. W. Alexander
William Rogier
Patkoa
Frank Snyder
Snyder
Anna
MR. and
Mrs. Nichols
Christian Church Chowder Supper
Christian Science Churches
M. E. Church, South
Dean Bowen
M. E. Church
Sandy Branch
Chrysler
Plymouth Sales
S. Poplar Centralia, Ill
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