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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1941
Page
5
Fayette poet Willard W. Lawrence of Pope township applies for a patent on an automatically controlled differential for automobiles. He previously patented a manually operated lock for differentials in 1938 and contributed poems to Modern Poetry in 1941, including America Arise and Star Dust in Action. The draft poem urges liberty and progress for America.
The text portrays a rallying call for defenders to endure a looming blizzard and defend their homeland, urging resolve and sacrifice as danger tightens. It emphasizes unity, courage, and the importance of protecting homes against advancing threats.
Mr and Mrs C R Richeson and children celebrated birthdays with Erna Mae Mascher and Wig Richeson. Visitors included Mr and Mrs Gale Starr and family from Centralia and Mrs Ormell Simcox and daughters. Other trips and calls covered Woodlawn Decatur Nokomis Vandalia Nashville Mt Vernon Patoka Vernon Centralia and McLeansboro with multiple families visiting relatives and friends.
Mr and Mrs Rollin Taggert moved to Sandoval last week. Mrs L D Morey of Vernon was a brief business caller in Patoka. Mr and Mrs George Stephens of Decatur visited Patoka relatives after attending the Jennings Bryan reunion in Salem. Mr and Mrs Kay Jennings of Chicago spent the weekend in Patoka with the Jennings family. Mr and Mrs P B Simcox Conner Meador and Sam Britt were Sunday visitors in St Louis.
Under the Revenue Act of 1941 taxes on tires tubes and matches rise and a floor stocks tax covers all taxable articles. The floor stocks on tires is 2c
Officials announce a floor tax on new tires and matches with inventories dated October 1 1941. Taxpayers must file returns and pay by October 31 1941. Inventory forms remain with the taxpayer and are not sent to the collector.
A promotional message urges citizens to buy Defense Savings Bonds and Stamps, emphasizing personal security and financial independence. It promotes frequent purchases as the best investment for civilians and the American way, framing Defense Bonds as essential support for Uncle Sam.
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