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Newspaper

Patoka Register

Location

Patoka, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1939

Page

6

Form These Lovely Lace Accessories

When medallions are easily memorized there is variety in lace accessories. Crochet and join simple medallions in mercerized string or finer cotton. Pattern 2210 gives directions, illustrations, materials, and a photo of medallions. Send 15 cents to The Sewing Circle Needlecraft Dept. 82 Eighth Ave New York New York. Include name address pattern number.

Sewing Circle Needlecraft Dept Eighth Ave New York N. Y

Character Shaped by Action and Conduct

A reflection on character comparing it to a snail forming a shell from its own secretion. It argues that character is built slowly from our actions, a precipitate from conduct that rises solid and firm like a Nile delta above the river.

Nile Delta Dr. A. Maclaren

Pull the Trigger on Constipation and Pepsin ize Acid Stomach Too

An old promotional piece touts Dr Caldwell's Laxative-Senna with Syrup Pepsin to relieve constipation and acid indigestion. It claims Pepsin dissolves undigested protein in the stomach while Senna laxative wakes lazy bowels for complete relief.

Dr. Caldwell

Shameful Victory Versus Counsels Cited by Bolingbroke

A quotation attributed to Bolingbroke contrasts a soldierly victory with the dishonor it brings to national councils. The line marks a critique of how leadership handles triumph and policy. It is presented as a historical reflection on governance.

Bolingbroke

Under the Surface The gloss of association wears off

The piece argues that the shine of affiliations fades to reveal core realities hidden beneath. It examines how group ties influence perception and resolve, urging clearer analysis of motives and outcomes beyond branding.

Lemon Juice Recipe Promises Rheumatic Pain Relief

An advertisement urges readers to obtain the REV PRESCRIPTION from druggists and mix with four lemons to make a quart of medicine claimed to ease rheumatic and neuritis pains. It promises low cost, a doctor’s prescription guarantee, and sale by Homix in St Louis Missouri.

Homix St. Louis

Arctic Natives Dedicate Northern Cathedral at Aklavik

Far north of the Mackenzie delta a small Arctic cathedral is dedicated by Archbishop D T Owen. Built by Eskimos and Indians with a white supervisor, natives offer fur skins at the blessing. Services are in English Tukudh and Eskimo with a native children choir.

Aklavik North West Territory Arctic Circle Arctic Sea British Empire D. T. Owen Canada Mackenzie River Cologne Strasbourg A. L. Fleming Arctic Fred Lester Jim Edwards Northland Royal Canadian Mounted Police Prairies Violet Teague Melbourne Australia

Uncle Billy Teaches Friendship and Forgiveness

In a Green Forest tale Uncle Billy Possum persuades friends to avoid anger and seek resolution. He cools a dispute with Jimmy Skunk over rumors about Peter Rabbit and Prickly Porky, inviting him to witness a dawn event at Brer Porky’s hill to prove truth and restore trust.

Billy Possum Green Forest Billy Jimmy Skunk Unc Porky Peter Reddy Fox Jimmy Skunk Howdy Br’er Skunk Prickly Peter Rabbit Fox T W. Burgess WNU

Breakfast in Bed Idea for House Guests

Phyllis Belmont suggests breakfast in bed as a polite, convenient treat for guests. She recommends a specialized folding-foot tray set with a coffee pot, hot-water jug, plates, cups, and a keeps-hot deep dish, plus napkins and a small vase for a charming service.

Phyllis Belmont WNN

Merchant Vessels Seek Refuge in Spanish Port Vigo

About 50 merchant ships sheltered in Vigo Spain after the outbreak of a new European war. Vigo’s deep harbor and neutral status have made it a key refueling and safe harbor for Atlantic routes, with memorials nearby for World War I seamen. Historically Drake and fleets challenged Vigo, and legends tie to silver treasure and galleons sunk in its harbor.

Washington Vigo Spain Europe Portugal Atlantic National Geographic Society New World South America Francis Drake America

Buckram and Tacks To Stiffen Valance By Ruth Wyeth Spears

Reader requests step by step directions to stiffen valances with buckram for smooth fitting. Instructions include cutting buckram to valance size, outlining scallops, sewing fabric layers, trimming, inserting buckram, and attaching top edges to a shelf. Public notice describes Spears books and where to send 10 cents for No. 3.

Ruth Wyeth Spears

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Faith and the world situation urge recognition of God in life and liberty. Bishop William F. Manning emphasizes humanity's dignity and sacred value of life within the current era.

William TF. Manning

Alms by Deeds Beyond Money in Ancient Thought

The text cites St Chrysostom noting alms can be acts not only money. It highlights standing by someone to help, offering a helping hand, and how service through action often yields greater good than cash.

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