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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1966
Page
1
Rhoda Belcher dies at St Marys hospital Centralia after a Monday night stroke. She collapsed at home and was moved to the hospital Tuesday morning.
Dean Bernius of Vernon, NL travels to Washington D C for six months of Foreign Service Agency training with the State Department. After training he will be posted overseas as assistant personnel director with Embassy and AID personnel. he previously worked as a buyer in Boeing's Aerospace Division in Seattle. He is a graduate of Vandalia Community High and Chaminade College of Honolulu.
The Willing Neighbors Club met Thursday at the Vernon home of Frances Gordon with thirteen members and two children present. A noon meal followed. President Amanda Thalman led the business session. Neema Muck opened with prayer, Lula Belcher read the secretary's report, and Minnie Thalman read two poems. The next meeting is set for Tuesday November 15 at Doris Britt's home. Neema Mack received birthday gifts, and Gordon received hostess gifts.
Sunbeams present a patriotic program at the Baptist Church on Saturday November 5 at 1:00 p.m. The start time was changed from 2:00 to 1:00. Each child should bring guests. Pearl Britt runs the Nibble Nook. Ed and Mrs. Lawson host the Nibble Nook for the Thanksgiving program on November 1.
The week lists daily meals at a school from Monday to Friday. Each day includes entrees like spaghetti and chili, sides such as lima beans and peas, desserts and fruit, plus milk and bread or butter.
A Halloween party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Britt for first through sixth grade children. Teachers Mrs. Cleta Stephens Mrs. Nan Patterson and Mrs. Jane Britt hosted with Mrs. Mercer as a guest and Becky Stephens assisting. Fourteen children attended and games were played with seasonal treats served.
On Monday October 17 relatives and friends gathered to celebrate Paula Belcher's birthday. Ice cream and cake were served as cards and gifts were exchanged. Attendees included Paula's grandparents Joe Martin of Sandoval Lloyd Belcher of Patoka and the Belcher and Martin families.
The Patoka High School Band will march in the Centralia Halloween Parade on Saturday October 29 in new uniforms. The Kellly green blazer trousers with gold stripe and a gold satin ascot will be worn as they debut the Gillette Look Sharp Song as their march music. Parade time is 8 00 p m.
Victoria Chapter OES members attended Friend's Night in Vandalia on Thursday Oct. 20. Ruth Nielson newly installed grand associate conductress of Illinois attended as a guest. Officers from Patoka and Vernon included Nona Biehl Don Murfin Ruth Murfin Lyle Ballance and Mary Ballance. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Dauderman accompanied the group.
The Patoka High School Halloween carnival Friday night features a teenage pageant with Connie Brooks Ruth Hill Rita Eyman and Carolyn Jones to crown a queen at 9 30. Students host games booths dancing and a spookhouse with proceeds aiding their project.
The FFA chapter reports Wararat Crumbles rat bait for sale at the school or via a member. Pricing is one box per pound with tiered discounts up to four boxes. The message also promotes the Halloween Carnival on Friday night October 28 featuring a Fortune Telling booth and Sponge Throw.
Fredonia notices list numerous relatives and friends who attended the Sunday birthday dinner for Thomas Perkins at his home. Other visits include Leo Perkins with the Meredith and Clifton families and a Saturday wedding of Mrs. Florence Brown to Mr. Clyde Ross officiated by Rev. J. V. Clifton followed by a basket dinner.
Edward B. Akin announces absentee ballots for service members unable to vote in person. Eligible voters must be 21 or older, a US citizen, Illinois resident for 12 months and county resident for 90 days. Ballots or requests serve as registration. Apply at the County Clerk's office. deadline is Nov 8, 1966. For details contact Illinois Veterans' Commission offices or Darrell Burge in Salem or Centralia. Quiet Day event at Patoka Methodist church invites all with lunch provided. proceeds support community centers. Thoreau quote included.
Frank E. Hinton superintendent of School District 100 reports first quarter 1966 67 honors list. Six senior girls lead the honors with two males Robert Hocking and Ron Jones among top seniors.
My sincere thanks to my friends for prayers cards and visits during my stay in the hospital May God bless you as you serve Him Mrs G W Bowen
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