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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1965
Page
2
Pastor R E Willis of Lawrenceville writes to the REGISTER praising the paper and its occasional Bible verses. He notes subscriptions and imagines future courage to quote Scripture, contrasting 19th century views and Voltaire while reflecting on Bible study and progress.
A Patoka reader from Vernon and Effingham relatives discuss evolution theory and faith, decry tax funded schools teaching communism, and comment on legal injustices. The writer notes Pastor Willis and a growing newspaper subscription base while reflecting on American values.
Thirty years ago local dealer Orville Schroeder attended a pre view in St Louis for the 1946 Chevrolet. Vernon Illinois resident George Lange died at 78. Area men on furlough Hubert Reisman Russell Snyder Paul Belcher. Methodists Willing Workers class met with Ruth Willett with Bettie Simcox president Marcus Cox vice president Mac Eagan secretary treasurer. Discharged servicemen include Orvil F West Jr William Kleeman Tracy Snyder Loren Eagan Loren Caldwell. Kaskaskia W C T U met with Mrs Earl Funk October 10. Letter read replying to gifts sent to Hinds Veteran Hospital. Mrs O Livesay celebrated 69th birthday.
The annual American Legion trap shoot occurred two miles north of Patoka with cash and turkeys awarded. Victoria Chapter OES heard a Grand Chapter report by Sister Virginia McNicol. A Vernon Methodist revival is under Rev Smith Williams with Rev Clifford Newcomb as pastor.
On Monday October 5 seniors dressed in new dresses and suits for picture day at P H S. Tuesday brought individual student photos and I D cards. The 1965-66 Warrior cheerleaders were chosen from student votes with Darlene Adams and others leading. Junior high also elected cheerleaders. Friday canceled for exam week.
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