Times Past

13 Years Ago

Oct. 9, 1935

Recent action on the part of state highway officials is considered a favorable move toward the completion of the No. 6 highway project from Paoli to Holyoke. Although $104,000 was appropriated from the highway budget for the purpose of finishing the construction, the funds have not as yet been made available. The Phillips County highway project, to be carried out through the work-relief program, calls for the employment of 150 men.

Deciding to quit farming in this community, Fred Koch will dispose of his equipment at public auction on Monday, Oct. 14, at the farm five...