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The Stamp Act, which with other legislation aroused the wrath of the colonists to such later actions as the Boston Tea Party and the Boston Massacre, contains the following passages: "And for and upon every pack of playing cards . .. which shall be sold or used with in said colonies or plantations, the several stamp duties following: for every pack of such cards, the sum of 1 shilling." Although a tax of one shilling may not seehi like much to us nowadays (it is equivalent to about 14* today) it should be remembered that at the time it was equal to the total purchase price of a deck of playing cards. The Father of our country. General George Washington, an avid card player himself, noted in his diary on December 31, 1771: "Purchased two new decks of cards at a cost of 2 shillings." Earlier, on January 16. 1768, Washington wrote: "At home all day at cards . . . it's snowing." Other entries in Washington's Diary recorded the names of those with whom he played cards along with an exact record of games won and lost Another famous American of the Revolutionary era, Benjamin Frank-^ lin, was one of the first manufacturers of playing cards in the United States. Benjamin was a partner with his brother, James, in a printing firm which made maps and printed "Poor Richard's Almanac." One of the Franklin brothers* early advertisements read, "Stationery of all kinds to be sold at the 'Post Office and sundry other things \oo tedious to men? tion." At that time, stationery was an elastic term which included play* ing cards, books, and even Bibles. One unusual effect of the American Revolution, reflecting the distaste of the cclonists for the nobility, was the elimination of royalty from playing cards. A special deck, sold in Philadelphia shortly after the Revolution, has Gilbert Stuart's portrait of George Washington on the King of Hearts. The other pasteboard royalty were dethroned and temporarily replaced by such famou3 Americans as John Quincy Adams (King of Diamonds), Thomas Jefferson (King of Clubs), and Andrew Jackson (King of Spades). The two most popular games played by the colonists were Whist and Quadrille. These have been replaced nowadays by such relative newcomers as Bridge, Canasta, Gin Rummy and Calypso. But a deck of playing cards, which today may cost slightly more than a shilling, remains one of the nation's favorite pastimes and continues to provide enjoyment and relaxation for more than 80 per cent of 4he population. ».!,».|i i; ,i. i .»• .i<.} i}. .g. BOY SCOUTS •»•!' 1 111 .g. 1 . •!' <1 . | . t >1 •». •> ITroop 162 """ A m e r i c a n L e g i o n - s p o n s o r e d Troop 162 held its annual fall parents' night recently to discuss future plans and to honor the advancement of its progressive Scouts. Scoutmaster Fred Wahl opened the meeting with greetings and a preview of what is to come. Junior Assistant Scoutmaster Jim Kirk explained the wishes of the boys to the parents and also gave a list of the campsites as planned:. They included Starved Rock, the Black? hawk Trail hike, a Fox River canoe trip beyond Algonquin, Deer Grove and trips into Wisconsin and Indiana. Bill Kirk demonstrated a compact manner of carrying a breakfast in an individual cook kit. The constant problem of carrying eggs without breaking them y^ solved byxputting them inside the cup, wedged ^o the side by a little bag containing oatmeal. . After the candlelight ceremony, towards .were made as follows: Tenderfoot, Charles Knight, Steve OlBon and David Kerr; merit badges, Randy Hughes, Bill Kirk, Jim Ullrich and Jim Kirk. American Red Cross life-saving cards were presented to Steve Bike, Bill Kirk, Randy Hughes, Jim Kirk, James Ullrich and Mr. Kirk. Norman JDggert and Bill Jessup were taken into the troop as honorary members and presented with the troop's patch and neckerchief for the great number of services rendered. Patrol Father Mr. Rode ahd Institutional Representative Glenn E. Peterson were presented scouters' pins and Scoutmasters Andy Anderson and Fred Wahl with neckerchiefs from the Blackhawk council for services rendered at Camp Lowclen, Refreshments were served and the boys liked that. HARDEST BUSIEST CHEAPEST WORKERS IN TOWN PLAENDEALER WANT ADS SEARS^ HCMART HOME /MODERNIZATION No Money Down Sears Roebuck & Co. GUTTERS - ROOFING - SIDING ALUMINUM COMBINATION WINDOWS and DOORS FOR FREE ESTIMATES Can or Write FRANK GANS PHONE 1878-W 7 S00 Riverside Dr. McHenry, DL LESSEN DANGER OF HOME AND OUTDOOR FIRES WITHCAUTION The smell of smoke in the air is a traditional fall aroma which many of us relish. Fire authorities, however, recognize it as the symbol of one of the seasons greatest dangers, outdoor fires. Whether they are lighted for picnickers pleasure, hunters needs or householders', chores whether they ar§^\built in the forest, in an open field or in your own back yard -- outdoor fires have one thing in common, the threat of spreading out of control. The National Board of Fire Underwriters suggests these safety rules to lessen the danger: 1. Burn only in areas "where fires are permitted. This means respecting posted woodland areas where fires are prohibited. It also means checking to see Whether your town prohibits trash and leaf fires, or requires you to get a permit to burn from the fire chief. 2. Never start an outdoor fire on a windy day. 3. Qlear a 3-foot strip around the place where you wish to burn. Remove all grass or underbrush; get down to mineral earth. 4. if the fire is in your yard, hook up your garden hose for use in case of emergency. 5. Use a wire-mesh basket or a metal container, tfith a^cover, to burn trash or leaves. 6. Don't start a fire near a building, a, fence, or overhanging branches. 7. Keep children away from open fires unless someone supervises them. . 8. Never leave your fire unattended until you are sure it is dead out. sprinkle it with water,, stir it into the earth and dampen it again. The area should he cool enough to test with your bare hands before you' leave it. The combination matches^ smoking and misuse Of electricity 7. NEVER smoke in bed! ' A . -- r- ' ' 25,000 Office Workers Injured Each Year About 25,000 office workers suffer disabling injuries each year, according to th^. 1955 edition of "Accident Facts," the National safety council's statistical yearbook, just off the press. Nondisabling injuries probably run to hundreds of. thousands. However, the injury rate" for office workers is not high.. Among nearly 200 separate work classifications, injury rates for office workers are among the lowest. The council said the injury total is large because there are so many office workers -- about 8,000,000. Savings Invested In Crystal Lake Savings and Loin earn 2Vi% plus Vi% extra. SStf It Pays to Advertise *o* T Y D O L Clean Burning Heating Oils 24 Houf Oil Delivery Service and ALL TYPES of COAL Call /!///< McHenry 729 or after p, m. 1502 County Farmers Co-op Assn. 528 W. Waokegan Road McHenry, IK BURNS IN PLAY; j RITES ON FRIDAY5 account for: 40 per cent, of all'V'WTT T5 DIED OP fires of known Origin; therefor*, Vlt*U W home fire prevehtion dhoUJd etart at these danger spots. The following precautions will reduce the hazards of matches and smoking: 1. Keep plenty of aah-trays handy -- and use them! 2. Never toss a lighted match aWay. Blow it out, hold it a second, then put it in, an ashtray. 3. Before emptying an ashtray, be sure every match and butt is dead out. . 4. Never use a match to light your way into a dark closet or similar s^ace where clothing or other combustibles are kept. . 5. Before going to bed, especially after entertaining, see that no butts\ are' smoldering on tables or upholstery. 6. Keep matches and cigarette lighters where children cannot reach them. *' Funeral services were held Friday, Oct, 7, at 2 o'clock at the Ingleside Community Methodist church for David Conrad Fisoh, 4, who died late Oct. 4 at St. Therese hospital, Waukegan, of severe burns on the face, and chest when his clothing caught fire while playing earlier thgt afternoon.. - The youngster is survived by his father, Rev. David K. Fison, pastor of th£ jngleside church and a student at Garrett Biblical Institute; his mother, Aieen; and two sisters, Susan, 8, aind Debt o r a h , 2 . . . ' . . ' , " : Rev. Raymond L. Bond, superintendent of. the Chicago Northern dis&ict of„ Methodist churche^ officiated at' last rites. Four neighboring , pastors served as pallbearers, Rev. J. Elliott, Corbett of McHenry, Rev. Stephen Liddicoat of Grayslake, Rev. Ralph Smith of Wauconda and Rev. Kenneth Plummer of Lake Villa. Burial was in Avon cemetery, Grayslake. Shop at Nome l -j i V.F.W. *>st 4600 McHenry, III INVITES ITS" MEMBERS and FRIENDS to help celebrate our I0TH ANNIVERSARY. -Music by i "The Esquires." Drinks and Food.On-The-House! s .J The N»e: OCTOBER 15TH The Place: V. F. W. CLUBHOUSE COME OUT and/MEET YOUR FRIENDS! * a Be sure to read the Classified Ads each week I Quality is a part of the bargain when you shop W BOLGER'S because we feature your favorite nationally advertised products at the lowest possible prices. That's,the best sign to 'GO BUY" for your every-day drug needs. Most Modern Truck Features Oj New Chevrolet Tfcsk'Rlce Trucks New concealed Safety Step! New High-UVfl ventilation! New panoramic windshield! 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