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NATIONAL CREDIT CARD I APPLY S T A N D A R D O I L D E A L E R S %'t* < V ANY STANDARD Oil OEAlfll. © 940 'The llaa Who Game To *Still Leading ' , Laugh-Maker of Chicago « yli -- 'The Man Who Came To Dinner," failed by the critics as the funniest comedy in many years, will not be seen outside Chicago this seaeson. It is now in its fifth month at the Harris theatre, and it will doubtless remain there for many weeks to cpme. It is estimated that more than 160,000 persons have seen the play so far in Chicago alone. It is also on view in New York and San Francisco, in both of which cities it is placing to capacity. No less than eleven popular stage attractions h*ve come and gone in the loop since "The Man Who Came To Dinner" took up its residence-there; "but this laugh riot by the authors of the memorable "You Can't Take It With You," has met and overcome all oonosition. even though plays in competition to it starred such luminaries »s John Barrymore. Helen Hayes. "Raymond Massev. Paul Muni and Jf!>*lier!np Cnm«R Featuring Clifton Webb in the role <3* "Rheri^nr* Whiteside." (the bril- W»nt. world-famous le^turor who is fnroort to remain in a small midwesthome due to a sliefct accident, and w^nse «re«enee straightway has the effect ^ n Vurq+innp 01 thp he*d« • of a« «ngu*wi!tlni» co^mun'^M "The Man Who Came To Dinner" appeals to everyone. Critics have used such "rnresfions as "Irresistibly funny," 'Ncrcehinerlw Mlanou"." "»»v giddv and delectable" and "roaringly successful" to describe its merrvmakin^r nossibilities; and one New York reviewer went so far as to warn prospective customers that if they could wot laugh at "The Man Who Came To Dinner" they had better see/a doctor! NMMi MXTY YEARS AGO McHEKEY FLORAL 00. hone 6G8-R-1 One Mile South of McHenry •' Route 3L Flowers for all occasions! The next party, and the last of the series, by the Ivy Social club, will be held at Grand hall, dn Friday evening. The Germania band, of Chicago will furnish the music. Rumors are afloat that Hiss Nellie Knox is going to teach in the Mosgrove school this coming summer. Bob, the baker, in Howe's block, has everything in running order, and «s ready to supply all who desire with fresh bread, pies, cakes, etc. Among the marriage licenses Issued in Chicago on Monday last we notice one to William Fox, DeKalb, 111., and Miss Hattie L. Tilton, of McHenry, m. "v. FIFTY YEARS AGO Mailed from Chicago in the belief that "people are honest--especially T'-^prs." a nost card with a one dollar bill pinned to it arrived safely T"rVahoe. N. Y. ANGE SALE! cakes--roosts and steak* out lilu magic with tbt uas . . . Kangmme mL Misses Dora Besley and Cora Reynolds were in Chicago Friday and Saturday of last week purchasing books for the school library at Richmond. Eugene Howe, who has been a resident of McHenry for many years left last Tuesday for Hertford, Mich., >where he has purchased a fine fruit farm. It is his intention to n>*V« Hartford his future home. The McHenry Military Band serenaded the new village president and aldermen last Tuesday evening. The Easter dance given in Stoffel's hall Monday evening, drew a large crowd despite the unpleasant evenp. .*» • • . and look at this startling price! , , REGULAR PRICE . ; $104*0 OLD STOVE ALLOWANCE lO4* SPECIAL SALE DISCOUNT 145#' HOW ONLY $ Ifou <^et $25,006^! Hero's • savtegs opportunity yoe cae't affefri •emits-- M0 iMs bargaiii long* today I $25.00 allowance from the regular price! That's how much you get if you buy this outstanding Magic Chef Gas Range. And what a Value it is! Feature after feature to delight you--important advantages that help make your cooking and baking faster, better, easier than ever before. Why delay! Trade in that old stove of yows now on this beautiful new range that will add so much to your kitchen. You'll find that it actually helps pay for itself with savings in food, fuel and time. And our convenient terms make it easy to buy. So act now and save! ONLY *5 DOWN Balance, plus small carrying charge, with your monthly Gas Service bill. The board of supervisors held r special session at Woodstock on Wednesday last, for the purpose of organizing, appointed the standing committees, etc. In drawing for one and two year terms, F. K. Granger, of this town, drew a one-year term. Parker & McDermont is the name of the new livery firm, at the Parker House barns, who have just opened with new horses, new carriages, new harness, and are turning out some of the finest rigs to be found in McHenry county. The Elgin IBrick and Tile Co., commenced making brick at their yards in this village on Tuesday, and with good weather will have a kiln ready to bum in the shortest possible time. Crystal Lake, Richmond and Huntley voted license at their late elections, and Nunda voted no license. Crude, fiJel-filled Oriental irons (left, above) still may be sold by hardware merchants in some parts of the world, but the modern hardware stores of America feature smart, efficient electric irons in their housewares department. Hardware stores will be on dress parade during National Hardware Open Hoase, April 25 through May 4. FORTY YEARS AGO THIRTY YEARS AGO Butter went up one cent on the El. {gin board of trade Monday being declared firm at 32 cents. The McHenry House will have a new landlord beginning May 1. The McHenry County Telephone ^company will install a local exchange in McHenry in the very near future. The exchange will be located in the home of A. D. Loomis. We are most reliably informed that E. Hunter is now the sole possessor of the Hunter-Weckler Boat factory, .having made a satisfactory settlement with A. J. Weckler in Chicago last week. Harry P. Johnson, who during the jpast year has been conducting a saloon in the Casper Wirfs building passed away, at his home Monday after a ishort illness. NOTICE OF CLAIM DATE Estate of JOHN ENGELS Deceased. Notice is hereby given to all per sons that Monday, June 3rd, 1940, is the claim date in the estate of JOHN ENGELS, Deceased pending in the County Court of McHenry County, Illinois, and that claims may be filed against the said estate on or before said date without issuance <tf summons. STEPHEN ENGELS, J Administrator! WM. M. CARROLL, Attorney Woodstock, Illinois (Pub. April 18 - 25 - May 2) CHURCH SERVICES Phone 43 VERlWIf J. KROl ^rpRNEr AT LAWp iPries Bldg. U -i- OFFICE HOURS -8 *^*d«ys and Friday* (Hkmr *>»y« by Appeiatmt McHoory . . . m -m ' • < 4 -+U-: r 1I;/,' a:- ; TWENTY TEARS AGO MAGIC CHEF GAS HANOI--Model 4301-0 (PPM A miracle of value for a little moneyl Features include: , Thick oven insulation • Drawertype broiler • Handy controls • - Top burners light automatically • Fast, round-type burners • Medium and simmer burner • • 7^. , justments & clean oven lining • Porcelain enamel finish • Oven h^at control • Advanced type 4m» burners. 6 Simon Stoffel, McHenry live-wire insurance agent and real estate dealer, lhas moved his office from the basement of his block to the vestibule leading to the dance hall. _ Miss Eleanor Phalin and brother, George, passed Saturday and Sunday jas the guests of friends at Notre Dame, Ind. Editor J. P. Blanck of the Wauconda Leader was a guest in the home >f Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Pries last Saturday evening. Jacob Franzen of this village and jMiss Jeannette Schnuk of Banet, m %Mich., were united in marriage by ^Justice of the Peace Emil Arnold at "Woodstock on Monday of last week. .. (Central Standard Time) St. Mary's Catholic Church Masses: Sundays: 7:00; 8:30; 1Q$M. Weekdays: 6:45; 8:00. - First Friday: 6:30; 8:00. Confessions: Saturdays: 3:00 p. m. and 7:00 p. m Thursday before First Friday. After Mass on Thursday, 3:00 p. m and 7:00 p. m. Msgr. C. S. Nix, pastor. St. Patrick's Catholic Church . Masses: Sundays: 8:00; Weekdays: 7:80. . J First Fridays: 7:30. On First Friday, Communion dis tributed at 6:30, 7:00 and before an£ during the 7:30 Mass. Confessions: Saturdays: 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday before First Friday: 4:00 to 5;00 p.m. and 7:00 to 8:0Q> p.m. Rev. Wm. A. 0*Rourke, pastor. St. John's Catholic Church, jthadrarg Masses: Sundays: 8:00; 10:00. Holy Days: 7:00 and.9:09. Weekdays: 8:00. First Friday: 8:00. Confessions: Saturdays: 2:30 and 7:30, Thursday before First Friday: 2:30 and 7:30. Rev. A. J. Neidert, pastor. Community Church Sunday School: 10 a.m. Morning Sermon: 11 a. m. , Epworth League: 7:80 p. m. Rev. A. W. Blood, pastor. Lutheran Evangelical Church Sunday Service: 2:15 p.m. Rev. Herman P. Meyer, pastoq; St. Peter's Catholic Church, Spring Grove Masses: Sundays: 8:00 and 10:00. Holy Days: 6:30 and 9:00. Weekdays: 8:00. First Friday: 8:00. Confessions: Saturdays: 2:30 and 7:15w Thursday before First Frfiayt 2:30 and 7:15. Rev. John L. Daleiden, Pastor. PHONE 15 DK. J. X. DENTIST \ r »» Hours 9-12 and v Evenings by Appointment x*Ray Service Main Street : W. McHevy ' i iif'-ii- A. P. Fretmd Co. Excavating Contractor Hydraulic and Grant Scrvice -Hoad Building--' Tei 204-M q McBmiy/fti yMorses Wanted I! i B u Y Old and/Disabled Hmrses. P*y from $5 to $14 --. ARTHUR W. WERRBACK Phone 444 335 Hayward Straet Woodstock. Ill PIRK AUTO INSURANCE mi R. WALSfl FARM LIFB /Reliable Companies t •"fce# you need insurance of any Phone 43 or 61-M Pries Bldff^ McHenry MOHEY TO LOAN ^ ^ave clients who have money to lend on first mortgages on real «*»te and ethers who want to borrow money on nil estate. If interested either way, I will bo glad ta telk it over with you. Joseph N. Sikes Waukegan National Bank WMy. 4 8. Geaeaee St., Waukegan, UL THL. MAJESTIC let Telephone No. 300 , „ Stoffel & Re&alisperger jhsuranee agents for all classes propwty fat the best companlMk #EST MeHENRY ILUNOU Otfier Dealors are offorlng spoclal prices on Gas Ranges now GAS ELECTRIC COMPANY] y,-.' - THANKS! The following complimentry letter was received at The McHenry Plain- .denier trffice this week: j "Oaklawn Farm, "April 22, 1940. *'Dear Sirs: "Find enclosed $2.00 for one more i$rear of the news and happenings of your good paper. We have taken the fiaper all but one or two of the last -fifty years I have lived there and hope to be able to take is as long as w Can read. * fTCours sincerely, ; «]£rs. S. W. Smith, v: £ "R-l, McHenry." I Mr. ind'Mrs. Smith celebrated their jgolden wedding last fall.' For speeding on horseback, Charles ^Collins and Charles Wagner paid fines 4>f ten dollars each in New York City. DR. JOHN DUCEY Veterinarian Treating HORSES, CATTLE, DOGS, CATS, ETC. Telephone Richmond 16 Richmond, III CASH FOR DEAD HORSES and CATTLE Horses, $3.00; Cows, $4.00; Dead Hogs and Sbe»p removed free! / MIDWEST REMOVAL CO. Tel. Woodstock 1624-M-l or Dundee 10^-Reverse Charges PETER B. PEEVE Pfca* 191 (WWU 8«rvk»l / vrrm / m i i i tF'ty; S. H. Freuod & Son CONTRACTORS AND BUILDER8 Phone 56-W McHenry Our Experience is at Your Service in Building Your Wants Charlie's Repair Shop AiorUMast corner of State Bridge en Qiarles Street Sign Painting 1 Truck Lettering Furniture Upholstering and Repairing CHARLES R1ETESEL ipNT & COMPANY All Kinds of I N S U R A N C E with the nuwt rdiail Otmpnnlss Come in and talk it erer Phone McHenry 8 X4Kay DR. L. B. MURPHY vmam o