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The VERY' BEST n A D E-TO-M E ASU RE GARMENTS! At tKe Price* Anyone Wants to Pay THIS IS AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE to every man who wants to be wet! dressed with Durable Garments at a small ci>st. It means ifii opportunity for real economy su^h a< lias nev­ er *»e fore been offered. The Cost to be convinced is only a few moments of your time. :: :: g-m can fail to appreciate the full worth of our Garments, which are conceptions of the World's best offerings in material and workmanship--a universal reputation for superiority of tailor­ ing service is ours. the 1500 samples and let us quote prices on each one. The start Is $13.50--astounding revelations in economical^ values--a whirlwind of bargains. No two Suits from one sample. :: :: :: OPPORTUNITY IN CLOTHING VALUE IS KNOCKING AT YOUR DOOR--DO NOT LOSE THE ADVANTAGE. John D. Lodtz, McHenry. Telephone No. 231. I f** NEIGHBORING NE WS AS CHRONICLED B ¥ OUR ABLE CORPS OF CORRESPONDENTS SPRING OROTK. Frank Orvis WH« at Fo* Lake Sunday. Ray Dodge of Ringwood was in town Sunday evening. Chicago Monday. Martin Schinitt visited his parents at Johnsbnrgh Sunday. John Lawson of Park Ridge was at Jake Hollarbush's Sunday. Wiliiam James and daughter, Ina, visited at Antioch Monday. Prank Schumacher was a business caller in Richmond Saturday. Mr. and .Mrs. Richard Oxtoby are visiting relatives in North Dakota. A little baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs Joseph Jamas on Tuesday, Oct 1 Frank Schumacher and Miss Katie Schaefer were callers in Chicago Thurs­ day. Joe and Harry Polley of Ingleside vis­ ited their sifter, Mrs. Hillar, here Sun* day. Roy'Norton and Miss Merle Hollar- bush visited at Warren Thomas' SOTl- da.V Have yon noticed the beautiful dis­ play in the windows of the Schumacher tore? Mr. and Mrs. Jake Hollarbnoh were viftitiiig in Wiwonwin a few days last week. Mrs Win Jamj&i was visiting rela tivw in Antioch Wednesday of last TO THE Hewhf H Arriorl l U l l l l U The first question that confronts the newly wedded ones is the furnishing of the home. Furnishing the home as it should be; done is no small task and often means a great deal of worry and hard work. We are in the HOME FUR­ NISHING BUSINESS and will, at any time, be only to glad too assist those wishing our as­ sistance. Our line of Furniture comprises fhe kind that makes the home, both comfortable and cheerful. With quality and honest prices as our motto, we invite your inspection of our stock. JACOB MEN, • m FULL AND COMPLETE LINE OF DRUGS can be found HERE CONSTANTLY S. W. Bl *GWN RINQWOOD. - . - ILLINOIS. Mia RINCW(X)I). James Conway was a Pislakee Bay caller Tuesday. Cal Coates was a business visitor in McHenr^ Monday. Mist» Ellen Hall and mother were re cent Chicago vi»itoia. Mrs. E Herbert and son, Edwin, vis ited in Richmond Sunday. John CaSfey and son, Gerald, were in Elgin on businesn Saturday. Mrs. C. W. Randall spent several days at Elgin the first of the week. Misses Geneve Fay and Leone Kelly were McHenry callers Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Peet of Keystone visited with Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Shales Sunday. Miss Ada Westlake of Spring Grove called on friends here last Saturday af­ ternoon. Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Smith and daugh ter, Clara, were Woodstock visitors Saturday. Mrs. O. Wolkol and children left Wednesday for a two weeks' visit with relatives in Milwaukee. Mrs. James Kemmerling and children of Harvard spent the latter part of the week with the former's brother and daughter. The firm of May & Coates has dis­ solved and the latter partner will move to Harvard, where he has accept­ ed a position. Miss Flossie Carey taught in the prim­ ary room at Spring Grove the latter part of last week on account of the sick nees of her sinter, Agnes. Misses Dora Coates And Edith Tuttle started Tuesday evening for Pauls Val­ ley, Ok'a , where they will spend sever­ al weeks with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Streubel. Patrick McGary, a former resident of Ringwood, passed away at Elgin Mon­ day, Oct. 15. His remains were bronght to McHenry Wednesday for burial. The s» rvices were held from St Patrick's church. Hard Times In Kansas. The old days of grasshoppers and drouth are almos^ forgotten in the prosperous Kansas of today; although a citizen of Codell, Earl Sham burg, has not yet forgotten a hard time he en­ countered. He says: "I was worn out and discouraged by coughing night and day, and could find no relief until I tried Dr. King's New Discovery. It took less than one bottle to completely cure me." The safest and most reliable cough and cold cure and lung and throat ̂ ealer ever discovered. Guaranteed by N. H. Petesch, F. Masquelet, McHenry; G. W. Besley, West McHenry, druggists. Trial bottles free. Have yon seen The Plaindealer's new line of 1908 calendars? If not, see them at once. Our prices are the lowest ever. - Think of what it means I $1 76 for The Weekly Inter-Ocean and this paper for one year. It's a special deal. Read The Plaiudaaler "want" ads. Quite the dance in Johnsbnrgh Wednesday eveuing. Mrs Win. Campbell and daughter, Viola. ot* Solon Mills visited in town Saturday. George Hollarhush and Miss Nettie Norton were visiting relatives in Mc Henry Sunday. Miss Ada Westlake was visiting her aunt. Mrs. Ed. Coulman. at Wilmot one day last week. A handsome new signboard spans the walk in front of the Karls store near the railway track. 1 Ask Miss Ina James for a sample oopy of The Plaiwlealer. We believe you will appreciate its newscolumns. Howard Westlake awl sister, Miss Alice, and Miss Edith Price were Me Henry callers Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Warren Thomas and daughter, Lucy, of McHenry visited at Jake Hollarbush's the latter part of last week. 'Tis said that Frank Orvis has his eye on the postoflica. Frank likes Uncle Sam and is anxiously awaiting the ap pointment of postmaster. The store formerly occupied by N. N. Weber is undergoing extensive interior improvements and it is rumored that it will agaiu be occupied in the near fut­ ure. The local dairy company is preparing to build ,a large addition to its pres­ ent ice house, and we are informed that an enormous amount of the frosea wa ter will be put up this winter. This means more work for the iceman. Any item of news you may know of .vill be thankfully received by Miss Ina Jaiu<4s at the store of Frank Schumach­ er. Miss James will also take subscrip­ tions for The Plaindoalsr at year. Sample copies of this paper may also be had for the asking. gentleman employed by our city dads was seen coining down the street the other day with a newly purchased pick, and upon being asked who paid for it he gently replied that he did. Now, why should he buy tools for the village? City dads, what do you know about it? , Quite a stir was caused among busi ness men of the town recently w^en it was announced that the postoffice v ^to be moved down near the railfoad tracks. However, the excitement has subsided with the assurance that Uncle Sam 's headquarters will remain at the same old stand. A weak Stomach, causing dyspepsia, a weak Heart with palpitation or inter­ mittent pulse, always means weak stom- iich nerves or weak Heart nerves. Strengthen these nerves with Dr. Shoop's Restorative and see how quick­ ly these ailments disappear. Dr. Shoop of Racine, Wis., will mail samples free Write for them. A test will tell. Your health is certainly worth this simple trial. Sold by H. Petesch Mr. and Mrft. James S. Hodge cele­ brated the 59th anniversary of their marriage on Saturday, October 5. Whit­ ened by the lapse of years, but sweet hearts still, and happy in the fruits of a life well lived, the aged couple are look­ ing back across the chasm of time with pleasant memories to the day when they drove up to the rustic meeting house in an ox cart and gave their promise each to love the other till death doth part From the old mode of transportation to the automobile is a far call, but Mr. and Mrs. Hodge ftill remember the days of the simple life, with a sigh for the ways of long ago. They still re­ side ill the community in which they were married, and on Saturday, Oct. 6, the anniversary of their 'wedding, they were surprised by hundreds of their friends from all around the countryside, who came to congratulate them and to bring tokens of the love and esteem in which the old couple are held. They were the recipients of many presents, some rich and costly, but none more ap­ preciated than the floral gifts of many quaint designs to mark the occasion. Fifty Yea>a a Blacksmith. Samnel R. Worley of Hixburg, Va., has been shoeing horses for more than fifty years. He says, "Chamberlain's Pain Balm has given me great relief from lame back and rheumatism. It is the best liniment I ever used." For sale by all druggists. * This paper and The Weekly Inter- Ocean--$1.75 for one year's subscription to both. *o: Frank G. Schreiner of McHenry drove thru here Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Miller were Chi­ cago visitors Monday. Mr. and Mrs. John Meyers spent Mon- day in the windy city. Our farmers are busily engaged in putting in their potatoes. J. C. Debrecht attended to matters of a business nature in Chicago Monday. Cupid is certainly putting in over­ time among our young people just now. Mr. and Mrs. Joe May and family of Ringwood were callers in Johnsbnrgh Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Diet horn and son, Raymond, were Spring Grove callers Sunday. / Peter B. Freund and daughter. Clara, of McHenry were *e*n on our streets Monday. C. M. Adams and daughter, Marguer ite, were business visitors in Chicago Tuesday. Mrs. Henry Heimer and danarhter, Theresa, of McHenry visited Mrs. John Mertes Sunday. - Peter Diedrich, who has been very 111 for the past month, is very nanch better at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. Martin Williams will celebrate their golden wedding anni­ versary Tuesday, Oct 29. Misses Phoebe Bartz and Eva Degen and gentlemen friends called oil Mr. and Mrs. Jacob A. Miller Sunday. 1 The new creamery ts now in first cla'es running order and our citizens take great pride in their factory, which is one of the finest iu the country. Our merchants are busily engaged in laying in their fall and winter goods. Their stocks comprise all the newest and most fashionable creations. The Michels Smith wedding dance at Smith's hall last week Wednesday night was very well attended. Blake's or­ chestra of Chicago furnished the music. Mr. and Mrs." Simon Michels, who were recently married here, will occu­ py the Math. Schaefer residence, just opposite Jos MichelS'Baloon, after the first of November. The marriage of Annie Schinitt to Mat Lay took place at nine o'clock on Wednesday morning at St. John's church, and the dance took place in the evening at Smith's hall. MICHELS-SMITH. Another very pretty church wedding was solemnized at our church here last Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock, when Mr. Simon Michels and Miss Lizxie Smith bowed before Hymen's shrine, Rev. H. Mehring, pastor of the church, officiating. The bride, attired in a gown of white silk and carrying a bouquet of bridal Voses, took the part in the most grace­ ful manner. Her attendants, Misses Lena Michels and Rose Smith, gowned in dresses of white and carrying white carnations, supported her in a most ef fective and pleasing way. The groom's attendants were Martin Smith and John Simon. After the church ceremony a recep­ tion was tendered tliem at the home of the bride's parents, where a company of relatives aud friends had gathered to spend the day. The groom is the oldest son of Mr and Mrs. Hubert Michels and has for the past year been a most efficient and industrious clerk at the gtore of J. C. Debrecht. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Smith and has always been popular among her many friends and associates. Both young people have a lArge circle of friends who extend con­ gratulations. TEKRA COITA. ^1. Knox spent Monday in Chicago. James Burke of McHenry visited rel­ atives here Sunday Miss Minnie Knox of McHenry spent Wednesday in this vicinity. Mr. Sykes and son of Wilmot visited at Frank McMillan's Monday. Mesdames Frauk and Henry McMil­ lan were McHenry callers Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. W. Hatch well of Crys­ tal Lake were Sunday visitors at Chas. Back's. Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Walsh and chil­ dren of McHenry spent Sunday at M. Knox's. Miss Mary Burke of McHenry spent Saturday and Sunday with Misses Fran­ ces and Florence Knox. One of the most pleasant surprise parties we have recorded in some time was given Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Con­ way at their home near Terra Cotta on Saturday evening, Oct. 12. The guests to the number of about forty, gathered at the Conway home about 8:30 and took temporary possession. Mr. and Mrs. Conway, after recovering from the ef­ fects of the surprise, entertained their guests in a most enjoyable manner. Singing.and dancing were indulged in until about eleven o'clock, when all were called to a bountiful lunch that the ladies had prepared. After supper Mr. Lee entertained the company with some very fine selections on the phono­ graph. Mr. and Mrs. Conway were the recipients of a very fine clock. Those present were: Messrs. and Mesdames Emil Pfeffer, Margin Conway, Peter Nelson; Mrs. M. A. Conway, Messrs. John Phalin, Will Lehman, Thomas Church, Percy Scanlon, Felix Valoyn- ske, John Brents, Merton Gracy, Ray Conway; Misses Marion and Eleanor Conway, True Soule, Anna Nelson, Lor- etta Pfeffer, Ruth Anderson. Theresa Bnss, Katie Bnss, Eleanor Phalin and Edna Phalin. Notice to H outers. Any person or persons found trapping, trespassing or hunting on the farm known as the old John Schaefer place, near McCollnm's lake, will be, punished to the fall extent of the law. Signed,. MRS. NICK BOUR, JOHN GAASSKB, Tenant, TAKE NOTICE GILBERT'S Store this offered^ in many lines. few items: :: :: week, special low prices ETC While they last here ate a The Elgin Dress Shirt, mostly stiff fronts, some soft, $1.00 quality for , 75c Boys' and Girls' Combination Suits 43c Ex heavy double width Flan­ nelettes, per yd 11 i-ac Cotton Batts. per roll. 5c Men's Heavy Fleeced Under­ wear, per snit. ..... .....90c One lot Sweaters, sizes from 4 years to size 34 50c, 75c Boys' Suits. Boys' Overcoats, $1.2 to $5 $3 to $7 ( W e g n a m n t e e a s a v i n g o f 2 . r > percent on each garment). 8 pairs good Ladies' Hose.. age 8 pairs Canvas Gloves .. ,25c Cotton Blankets..50c to $2.as Royal Worcester Corsets, $ 1 00 quality for , ...."JSC OmPlot Shoes, sizes to 4, some Patent Colt skin, some Viei kid, but all of extra good quality and have sold fron |3 to $8.50, your choice of lot. .$a One lot Girls' Shoes, 8 to 18, some worth $3, choice... $1.25 rnmi. One lot Ladies' Oxfords, 2* to 4, some worth $2 50, choice..* 1 One lot Boys' Patent Colt or Box Calf, sizes t * to 5, all $3 85 to $2.50 quality, choice..$1,9$ Lace Curtains, 3$ yds long. 50 inches wide 1.25 to l.*5 Large h'vy white Bed Spreads 95 to 1.75 Fancy Dress linings, 35c and 85c quality, choice. 19c Ladies' and Gents' Vest Sweat­ ers, plain or fancy. .$ to 4J« Men's Waterproof Coats $f>TO$5.50 Men's Cravenettes, for fair or stormy weather... ,$|© One lot Men's Cotton Pants, your choice 95c One lot Men's Wool Pants $2 «0 $4 Von luay have heard of the famous Hamilton Brown Shoes They are here, and for all ages and at reduced prices. Men's Patent Colt Skin, lace or but­ ton, the $5 quality for .$4 The All American Shoe for Ladies and Gents.. -S2.25-S4 REMEMBER! A SPECIAL D I S ­ CO V NT on all SWEATERS dur­ ing THIS SALfc. dert Bros. Telephone, 271. flcHenry, 111. Frankflasquelet I keep in stock all the standard Patent Medicines and Druggists' Sundries. We have a large and well selected stock of Sponges, Chamois Skins, Trusses, Supporters and Shoulder Braces, Package Dyes, Dye Woods and Dye Stuffs, Perfumery, Cologne, Bay Rum, Florida Water and Extracts for the Hand­ kerchief. Our stock comprises all of the popular odors. :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: Toilet and Fancy Goods Toilet Soaps, Bath Soaps, Face Powders, Infant Powders, Tooth Powders, Satchet Powders, Toilet Cases, Dressing and Fine Combs, Hair Brushes, Cloth Brushes, Tooth Brushes, Nail Brushes, Flesh Brushes, t)ust Brushes, Artists' Brushes, Marking Brushes, Camels' H$ir Pencils. Also handle Window Glass of all sizes. Call and see us. Your patronage is always appreciated and no matter how small your purchases, you may rest assured it will be our con­ stant aim to sell you the best gdods that can be ob­ tained at reasonable prices. Living, as we do, just over our store we can attend to your wants at all hours, day or night. :: :: :: :: :! MchENRY, ILLINOIS. P H I L I P J A E G E R GENERAL COHMISSION MERCHANT SPECIAX. ATTENTION GIVEN TO THE SALE OF Dressed Beef, rtutton, Hogs, Veal, Poultry, Hides, Etc., Butter and Eggs This is the oldest house on the street. Tags and price lists furnished on application. GOLD STORAGE FREE CHICAGO, ILLINOIS. Stall i t 3. Fnlton St. Wholesale Market. -it Orchard Beach Sanatorium McHenry. Illinois IN CHICAGO DVRING WINTER For the treatment of curable Chronic Diseases (nervons afflic­ tions, diseases of stomach, bowels and liver, rheumatism, gont, obes­ ity, catarrh, anemia, general de­ bility, etc. Only Natural Meth­ ods Employed. - - - • Dr. (arl Strueh, Prop. 100 State Street, >uite 1409. CHICAUO, ILL. •̂1 >-