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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1965
Page
2
Delmar Groves criticizes federal Medicare as a universal plan that limits personal choice, calling it a left handed approach toward socialism. The piece reflects concerns about government overreach and broad social programs.
Miss Judy Ballance and Miss Jill Strate spent Labor Day weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Hiram Ballance in Rockford. Nicky Johnstone returns home on furlough from Camp Polk, Louisiana, visiting with his parents while his brother serves in Viet Nam. Numerous locals hosted or joined birthday celebrations, college relocations, and church related activities across Patoka, Bolivar College, SIU Carbondale, and nearby towns.
Norman Helvig of Bloomington visited relatives in the Possum Trot region over the weekend staying with his aunt and uncle the Mesketts and sharing Sunday dinner with the Downeys. Several Salem residents and area families were seen visiting, dining, and traveling to nearby towns during Labor Day weekend.
The Fall Festival proceeds totaling 3,614.48 will fund community betterment. Fire Department and Lions Club members assisted despite adverse weather. Proceeds split with Little League and Band results noted.
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