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Patoka Register

Location

Patoka, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1930

Page

4

Governor Appoints Relief Committee For Farmers Hit By Drought

Governor Louis L. Emmerson names Melvin A. Traylor T. N. Hurley L. A. Downs Earl C. Smith Victor A. Olander Harvey J. Sconce Julius Postel John M. Crebs Stuart E. Pierson to aid farmers affected by recent drought and heat. Committee acts on Hoover request while Director Barney Cohen attends Toronto conference September 9 to 13. Domestic science and culinary departments eyed for fair relocation. woman’s building to become offices if needed.

Louis L. Emmerson Melvin A. Traylor Chicago T. N. Hurley L. A. Downs Illinois Central Railroad Earl C. Smith Illinois Agricultural Association Victor A. Olander American Federation of Labor Harvey J. Sconce Sidel Farmer Julius Postel Mascoutah John M. Crebs Carmi Stuart E. Pierson Hoover

Senator Otis Green to address Illinois Disabled Veterans convention

U S Senator Otis Green agreed to attend and speak at the opening session of the ninth annual state convention of Disabled Veterans of the World War Illinois Department to be held in the Pere Marquette hotel Peoria at 1 o'clock Saturday August 23 Two thirds of civil service exam takers on April 19 under Governor Emmerson passed 708 to 33 with 48 on the eligible list ranked by general average veterans of the World War to be given first consideration Positions involved filing clerks messengers senior department clerks and senior department stenographers Appointments are made by various departments not the commission.

U.S Otis Green Department of Illinois Pere Marquette Hotel Peoria Louis L. Emmerson Se Commission Commission

Decatur Armory Bid By Carl Westberg Approved?

Carl Westberg of Chicago would build the Decatur armory for 187 985 dollars if his bid is accepted as the lowest. The facility includes a large drill hall with balcony seats at each end a basement rifle range a garage and loading platform upstairs quarters for officers and enlisted men and a banquet hall seating 150 with a stage.

Decatur Carl Westberg Chicago

Panhandle Illinois Pipe Line Company Receives Charter

The secretary of state issued a charter to Panhandle Illinois Pipe Line Company to conduct natural or artificial gas business in Illinois. The subsidiary has an application pending with the commerce commission to build and operate a central Illinois gas line. Incorporators are Frank Parish of Chicago, Ralph G. Crandall of Evanston, and John R. Nicholson of Glencoe, with 1,000,000 in common stock.

Panhandle Illinois

Tax exemptions for lodge property under state opinion

The state attorney general says Elks or Moose property used exclusively for lodge work and charitable purposes with only incidental social use is tax exempt. If the property supports substantial club activity, it is taxable. A vacant lot is not exempt. If a hall is used exclusively for lodge work, the hall is exempt but other parts are taxable.

Crawford County Oscar E. Carlstrom Elks Or Moose

Charter Formed for National Sheriff's and Police Officers Group

A charter issued to the Sheriff's and Police Officers' Association of America based in Chicago lists Secretary of State William J. Stratton as issuer. The aim is to organize law enforcement officers, improve working conditions, and strengthen law enforcement. Incorporators are P. H. McGee, C. E. Kendall, and E. M. Long.

Sheriff's and Police Officers’ Association of America Chicago William J. Stratton P. H. McGee C. E. Kendall E. M. Long

Voters to See Three Liquor Questions on One Ballot

Attorney General Oscar E. Carlstrom rules that the public policy questions on liquor reform shall appear together on the November ballot. The questions include repealing the eighteenth amendment modifying the Volstead act and repealing the Illinois search and seizure act.

Oscar E. Carlstrom

Plans for $200,000 woman's building at state fair grounds

Tentative plans submitted at fair week call for a new women’s building east of the main structure near the aid dome site. The building would measure 208 by feet in size and reflect a practical, purpose built form. Suggestions from interested parties were invited.

Senator Joyce Dies Suddenly at 36 After Re-nomination

Senator John T. Joyce of Chicago died suddenly at age 36 after completing his second term and being renominated by Republicans for the coming election. Born May 24, 1894, he served the twenty-ninth district. Armenda Woods of Franklin won the vocal contest at the state fair to represent Springfield at the Chicagoland music festival.

John T. Joyce Chicago State Fair Grounds Springfield Armenda Woods Franklin

First Half Mile Of Oil Base Road Completed In Sangamon

Under the direction of Truman L Flatt Sangamon county highway superintendent the first half mile of a new type road near Jacksonville has been completed An oil base is laid down to waterproof the surface then sand and gravel are added and blended with a scraping process The road will be smoothed and expected to pack into a dust proof durable highway while traffic continues during construction.

Truman L. Flatt Sangamon Jacksonville

State Opens Springfield Field HQ for Apple Growers

The state department of agriculture establishes field headquarters in Springfield to serve apple growers in Calhoun and nearby Illinois counties. A. O W. Cummins, chief fruit inspector, supervises shipping point inspection by state inspectors who issue state and federal certificates showing apple grade and quality for market.

State Department of Agriculture Springfield Calhoun Illinois A. O W. Cummins Division of Standardization and Markets

Health drive at state fair led by Osteopathic group

Dr Pauline R Mantle directs health program for children at the Illinois Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons booth at the state fair. She announces arrangements for the event aimed at improving child health.

Ilinois Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons Pauline R. Mantle

State police receive fifty new motorcycles

Chief Walter L. Moody distributes fifty new motorcycles to the state highway police, bringing the total to 100 fresh machines to replace worn out vehicles.

Walter L. Moody

Governor Emmerson Invites Editors to 1930 Illinois State Fair

Governor Louis L. Emmerson invites all Illinois editors to the 1930 state fair in Springfield from August 16 to 23 praising the press for aiding the fair. Frank T. Sheets will discuss concrete road results at the International Road Congress in Washington, D C in October. Sheets is among seven road officials presenting chief topics.

Louis L. Emmerson Illinois Springfield Frank T. Sheets Washington, D. C Mr. Sheets

State Horseshoe Pitchers to Hold Tournament at Fair

The State Horseshoe Pitchers Association invites all pitchers and friends to the tournament at the state fair on Wednesday and Thursday, August 20 and 21.

The State

Dam Plans At Horse Shoe Lake To Form Duck Forage Preserve

State architect's office prepares a plan for a dam 36 feet wide and 9 feet high at Horse Shoe lake just south of Olive Branch in Alexander county. A state game and fish preserve will be established there and the island seeded to forage to attract ducks and geese during migration.

Horse Shoe Lake Olive Branch Alexander County

State Highway Bridge Dedication Near Carlyle

Dedication of the State highway bridge over the Kaskaskia river two miles south of Carlyle on September 11 draws a large crowd. Governor Louis L. Emmerson will deliver the dedicatory address and state officials will attend. A B Lager chairs the program, credited with securing the $150 000 appropriation. The bridge links the Black Diamond Trail from Springfield to Cairo, connecting county seats along the route.

Kaskaskia River Carlyle Louis L. Emmerson A. B. Lager General Assembly Springfield Cairo

Milton Tate Wins Illinois Horseshoe Championship at State Fair

Milton Tate of Moline, age 24, captured the Illinois horseshoe title at the state fair earning 50 dollars in gold and a 25 dollar gold medal. Howard Collier of Fiatt tied for first and finished second in the playoff.

Milton Tate Moline Illinois Howard Collier Fiatt

Farm Products Exhibit Attracted Broad County Participation

More than a third of the counties in the state sent entries to the farm products exhibit, showcasing diverse agricultural goods and regional varieties. Notable participants included several county fairs and local agricultural organizations.

State fair exhibits corn on utility strain at ground floor

At the state fair the ground floor of the amphitheatre shows two thirds of the corn on exhibit described as utility corn. This variety is noted for its ability to ward off diseases from which ordinary varieties suffer most.

Mayor Greene Battles for Gas Tax Share to Pave Streets

Aurora Mayor Charles H. Greene leads the Illinois Municipal League bid to divert one cent of the three cent state gasoline tax for local street paving. Springfield Mayor Hal Smith reports eleven and a half miles of city streets lie on state highway trails.

Charles H. Greene Aurora Illinois Municipal League Springfield Hal Smith

Ya tes and wife arrive ahead of fair and convention

Congressman at large Richard Ya tes and his wife returned home in time for the county fair and the Republican state convention. His campaign headquarters will be the Hotel Abraham Lincoln until after the November 4 election. The fair features a new annually planned machinery parade.

Richard Yates Abraham Lincoln

Governor Emmerson Attends Masonic Gathering in Tacoma

Over several days in late August Governor Louis L Emmerson attended the general grand chapter of the United States Masonic order in Tacoma Washington. He met with leaders and participated in ceremonial rites during the statewide trip.

Louis L Emmerson General Grand Chapter United States Masonic Order Tacoma Wash

Springfield Children Share Top Honors at State Fair

In the better babies conference at the state fair two Springfield children tied for first with 98.8. Carl Robert Burger, 2, son of Mr and Mrs Carl Burger, and Helen Marie Malecor, 3, daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Malcor, each earned the top score. The boy received the governor's cup for a correctible dental defect while the girl had an incor rectible defect.

Springfield Carl Robert Burger Carl Burger Helen Marie Malecor Frank Malcor

Triplets Compete for Best Baby Score at Springfield Event

Mrs. Lyman Atterberry of Petersburg welcomed triplets at St. John's hospital in the week of the fair, just after two nine year old boys and a girl from Mr. William C. Crammond of Springfield claimed high scores in the better babies conference. An extra set of triplets also entered, while eight month old twins of Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Weaver of Springfield led with an average 98.7.

Lyman Atterberry Petersburg St. John’s Hospital Springfield William C. Crammond L. F. Weaver

Gasoline tax funds allotted to Illinois counties

The dismissal of the last four test cases releases 3,097,875.35 dollars for state and county road use. It is distributed among 102 counties with Cook County receiving 1,206,221.89 dollars, followed by St. Clair 68,221.10, Kane 66,814.97, Peoria 66,405.12, Madison 63,205.65, and Winnebago 60,533.10.

Cook County St. Clair Kane Peoria Madison Winnebago

Local Illinois Farmer Wins Multiple Prizes at State Fair

William Webb of Will County, president of the Illinois Farmers Institute, secured top honors at the state fair. He claimed first in the northern district for 10 car utility yellow corn and first in the bushel exhibit of utility yellow corn. He also earned second for 10 ear old type corn and first for the bushel exhibit of old type yellow corn, plus first prizes for hardy northern winter wheat and Illini spring wheat. Webb operates his farm with up-to-date efficiency.

Illinois Farmers’ Institute Wm. Webb Will County Ilinois Illini Webb

Illinois University trustee nominees by parties

The Democratic convention named M. C. Zacharias Chicago Mrs Marjorie Robbins Hopkins Chicago C A Ewing Decatur Walter W Williams Benton for trustees. The Republican slate lists George A Barr Joliet Leonard A Colp Marion Edward E F Barrett La Grange and Mrs Margaret G Blake Chicago.

The Illinois University M. C. Zacharias Chicago Marjorie Robbins Hopkins C. A. Ewing Decatur Walter W. Williams Benton George A. Barr Joliet Leonard A. Colp Marion Edward EF. Barrett la Grange Margaret. G. Blake

Illinois relief committee names leaders and appoints chair

Governor Emmerson appoints Dean Mumford of the University of Illinois as the ninth member of the Illinois committee on drought relief. At its first meeting Melvin A. Traylor, a Chicago banker, was chosen chairman and traveled to Washington to join banking committee members of drought affected states in a Hoover called meeting to outline relief policies.

Illinois Committee On Dean Mumford University of Illinois College of Agriculture Emmerson Melvin A. Traylor Chicago Washington Hoover

New Illinois villages attract library books for schools

The Library Extension division in Springfield offers loans of attractive books to schools with few books or limited access to a public library. Loan quantities depend on enrollment and a three month collection period applies. Only express or parcel post costs are charged.

Illinois Library Extension Division Springfield

Disabled Veterans convention held in Peoria

The state organization of the Disabled Veterans of the World War met at Peoria for its annual convention on August 23 and 24.

State Organization of the Disabled Veterans of the Peoria

Watson granddaughter wins third in best girl riders at state fair

Widney Ann Watson granddaughter of Governor Louis L Emmerson secured third place in the best girl riders class at the Thursday night horse show during the state fair. Her strong showing adds to a weekend of notable events at the fairgrounds.

Widney Ann Watson Louis L. Emmerson

State Fair gate admission to be debated by legislature

The piece notes state officials will ask the next legislature to remove gate admission to the state fair. It also records (1) Nancy Gaines Jones aged 7 won a riding event with Nancy Shaver second and five other winners, (2) April unemployment data from the census bureau showing Illinois at 3.1 percent unemployed, higher than the national 2 percent and behind Michigan Rhode Island New Jersey, with South Dakota at 0.5 percent.

Nancy Gaines Jones Nancy Shaver Census Bureau Illinois Michigan Rhode Island New Jersey Southakota

Mrs Day Blake Named Illinois Trustee to Finish Busey Term

Mrs Margaret Day Blake of Lake Forest is appointed University of Illinois trustee to fill the unexpired term of the late Mrs Mary E Busey. Governor Emmerson announced the appointment after the Republican state convention selected her as party candidate for the November election.

Margaret Day Blake Lake Forest University of Illinois Mary E. Busey Emmerson

Water shortage halts state highway contracts into Kansas and Illinois

Reported inability to obtain water for concrete mixing stopped several highway contracts between Kansas and West Eld. In eastern Illinois work was suspended for a throne on August 25.

Kansas Westeld Illinois

Osteopathic Child Welfare Conference At State Fair

Dr. Pauline R. Mantle of Springfield organized for the fifth year a child welfare conference aligned with the state fair from August 16 to 23. Illinois children aged six months to 12 years were eligible for examination.

Pauline R. Mantle Springfield Illinois

Foresters' encampment charms crowds at state fair grounds

Thousands of spectators watch Foresters of the Modern Woodmen from Illinois Indiana and Wisconsin perform drills in a tented encampment at the state fair grounds. Tents cots and blankets were provided at no cost by the fair management.

Woodmen of America State Fair Grounds Illinois Indiana Wisconsin Fair Management

Civil Service Plans Exams for Over 40 Positions

The State Civil Service commission said at its September meeting it will set dates for more than forty positions including state institution attendants. A new classifications list covering over 500 jobs is in effect and Harry S. Parker, commission president, says exams may take over a year to complete for all classified posts.

State Civil Service Commission Harry S. Parker

County authorities may levy tuberculosis tax without new vote

Ver milion county authorities may impose 1.47 mills for tuberculosis purposes without another vote. State's Attorney Elmer O. Furrows of Danville reports to Attorney General Oscar E. Carlstrom. A 1918 vote authorized two mills but the 1929 legislature reduced the levy to fit the 25 cent per hundred dollar limit for county purposes.

Vermilion Elmer O. Furrows Danville Oscar E. Carlstrom

Republicans Open Campaign in Carbondale on September 2

Carbondale was chosen as the city for the Republican candidates to begin their campaign on September 2, signaling the start of their statewide effort. The event emphasizes early outreach and mobilization to supporters in the region.

Carbondale

Illinois state fair tower welcomes 15000 visitors

Two 88-year old men were among the more than 15000 visitors who climbed the eighty foot tower erected by the Illinois Farmer. Thomas Jarrett of Girard says he attended every fair since age 16, joined by James A. Stone of Farmington grand commander of the Stephens Post G A R of Springfield. The tower will stay on the grounds for future use but is closed until next fair.

Illinois Farmer Thomas Jarrett Girard James A. Stone Farmington Stephens Springfield

Derby Day At State Fair Crowds See Reveille Boy Beat

Auto racing substitute draws fans at the state fair grandstand on the closing Saturday afternoon. Spectators recall Reveille Boy ridden by Earl Sande losing to Billy Champ, with 18 year old Tommy May driving by more than a length.

Earl Sande Billy Champ Tommy May

Honeymooners robbed south of Springfield on road trip

Mr and Mrs Alexander Butcher of Joliet were held up a few miles north of Athens near Springfield while traveling to Nevada Missouri for their honeymoon. The robbers took about 80 dollars in cash a 45 watch a revolver a rifle and a sedan key leaving the couple stranded until passing motorists assisted them and police were notified.

Alexander Butcher Joliet Athens Springfield Nevada Missouri

Terre Haute man tops state fair as one-armed typist

Howard Mallett of Terre Haute Ind world’s champion one armed typist. He set a record for fifteen minutes writing strange matter with a 98 score.

Howard Mallett Terre Haute Ind

Demonstrations By Mr Mallett At Woodstock Typewriter Booth

Demonstrations by Mr Mallett were given in the Woodstock Typewriter booth within the machinery hall. The event showcased typing efficiency and mechanical performance for visitors and potential buyers.

Mallett Woodstock Typewriter Company

Illinois Prohibits Grave Mutilation Under State Law

Attorney General Oscar E. Carlstrom informs Mrs. Sara John English of Jacksonville that Illinois law strictly forbids mutilation of graves tombstones and surrounding structures. Violators may face a year in county jail and a $500 fine.

Oscar E. Carlstrom Sara John English Jacksonville Illinois

Woman paints with skill and thrift in home decor

A young woman shows a talent for painting wicker, sills, floors, and even a family car. She buys paint from a dealer, mixing quantities herself, and uses unpainted furniture transformed into stylish rooms at low cost. Painting is challenging yet rewarding.

Oatmeal Bread Recipe Makes Two Loaves

A home bread method uses oats and yeast mixed with warm water and salt. Dissolve a compressed yeast cake in lukewarm water with lard and salt, then combine with oats and flour, add sugar, knead lightly, and let rise twice before baking thirty five to forty five minutes in a moderate oven.

Woolen Stockings Drying Tips with Shoe Trees

Instructions advise using stocking stretchers to prevent shrinking when drying woolen stockings. If stretchers are unavailable, place shoe trees inside the feet during drying to preserve size and improve future comfort.

Maple Frosting Tips for Cake

Maple frosting is made by whisking maple syrup into confectioners sugar until the mixture reaches a spreadable consistency suitable for a cake. Start with a small amount of syrup and gradually add more to achieve the desired sweetness and texture.

Sleepless? Milk Helps Sleep Says Gentle Home Tip

A home remedy suggests drinking a glass of warm milk to aid sleep at night. Another tip warns against an oven running hot and recommends placing a basin of cold water inside to lower the temperature.

A Simple Autumn Dinner Menu

A concise autumn dinner features Deviled Eggs in Tomato Sauce, mashed potatoes, string beans, a green salad, and pie. The menu pairs simple ingredients with a comforting seasonal twist for an easy seasonal meal.

A Good Menu Without Meat

A historic menu lists Cream of turnip soup stuffed potatoes and cabbage slaw followed by a butterscotch layer cake and a non stimulating drink.

A Dessert the Children Like

A vintage recipe notes a child friendly dessert by dissolving fruit flavored gelatine in boiling water. As it thickens, stir in seedless raisins and other simple ingredients to finish.

Fruit dessert with nuts dates figs and banana

A simple dish combines chopped dates and figs with nuts and a sliced banana. Mold and serve with or without cream for a quick fruit dessert.

Flakier Pie Crust With Cake Flour Tip

Using cake flour instead of bread flour yields a finer and more tender crust. The softer protein content in cake flour creates a lighter texture and flakier layers in the finished pie.

Beef Steven Casserole Instructions

Be careful to use one pound lean raw beef cut into cubes. Combine tomato pulp onions butter tapioca salt pepper and paprika. Mix in casserole and bake covered at moderate heat for one hour, stirring occasionally. Delicious with baked potato.

Left Over Meats Patties From Lamb Beef Or Veal

A recipe method describes dicing cold cooked lamb beef or veal and heating it in gravy with chopped onion celery and green pepper. Patties are baked in pie crust shells placed in muffin tins and filled while hot with the meat mixture.

Lima Beans ala King Recipe Update

Lima Beans ala King combines two cups cooked limas with two heaping tablespoons chopped pimento three hard boiled eggs minced parsley and one cup white sauce. Stir in two final tablespoons grated cheese blend and serve hot as a meat substitute.

Italian Vegetable Salad

Sliced radishes tomatoes cucumbers and cold vegetables such as cauliflower and asparagus with Spanish onion hearts of lettuce marinated in a French dressing of three tablespoons olive oil to one tablespoon vinegar served very cold.

Fragrant Apricot Juice Drink With Ginger Ale

To each glass of ginger ale add 2 tablespoons of apricot juice from a can. Pour over cracked ice and garnish with fresh mint for a fragrant fruit drink.

Handling Refuse: Paper Bags Line Trash Can

Scrap scraps of food and dry waste are placed in paper bags to line the trash can for clean sanitary disposal. The method aims to keep waste contained and reduce mess.

Nicest Soap Dish for Kitchen Use Described

A rough rubber soap dish stands out for kitchen use. It rinses clean like a sponge and doubles as a quick sink scourer.

Cleaning rusty knives and forks with ground polishing method

A brief tip describes rubbing rusty knives and forks across the ground several times to polish them. It suggests this old technique yields a shine.

Formula for Destroying Flies

A home pest note explains a fly remedy using quassia infusion one pint, moist sugar four ounces, and pepper one ounce mixed and left in saucers to stand.

Frying Ham and Bacon Guide

A historical cooking note advises never cooking ham or bacon over a hot fire. It recommends placing meat in a cold pan and heating over moderate heat for slow, even cooking.

Creamed Corned Beef With Butter And Parsley

A simple skillet recipe blends two cups white sauce with two tablespoons butter and minced onion. Season with celery salt and paprika, stir in one to one and a half cups diced corned beef, heat through, and serve with baked potato.

Hungarian Chicken Soup Recipe Procedure

A large chicken is boiled in three quarts of water with salt sage and pepper. One onion is added and cooked until tender. Remove the chicken, chop finely, then return to the soup with the yolks of three well beaten eggs. When very hot, sprinkle chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Coffee Sponge Dissolve in Gelatin and Whip Cream

Instructions describe dissolving lemon gelatin in hot water, mixing with strong black coffee and sugar, cooling and whisking until thick, folding in beaten egg whites or whipped cream, heating briefly to shape, turning into a mold, chilling, then serving with thin cream.

How to wash brushed wool garments proper care

Make foamy suds with pure soap flakes and lukewarm water. Submerge garments and squeeze gently without hot rubbing or wringing. Rinse in several waters with the last slightly soapy. Dry flat on a folded blanket, shaping carefully and turning when one side dries.

Longer Life for Brooms Delivers Tougher Fibers

Brooms last twice as long when tempered by immersion in soapsuds. Dip in suds, rinse, shake and hang to dry. Repeat weekly or every ten days.

Unclear Recipe Fragments Provide Chicken Veal Bake

Fragmentary ingredients describe a chicken and veal bake with chopped parsley egg and milk. Instructions are incomplete and cooking times and pan details are missing, making full preparation uncertain.

Mice Prefer Pumpkin Seed Bait Over Cheese

A stray note recommends using pumpkin seeds as trap bait, claiming mice favor them over the usual cheese. The tip suggests pumpkin seed bait may improve capture success in simple household setups.

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