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Page Two THE McHENRY PLAINDEALER • 4 , 4 . , | , | . i l t l f ! U l < ' » '11111 •!•!i|iif|ii|ii|ijii|iijii|ii|ii|i Thursday, December 15,1955 .M- fr <• .f. '}• •£• -H- 4 Home Bureau At Neuharth Home The December meeting of th Ringwood Home Bureau unit was held a( the home of Mrs. Martha ^Neuharth on Dec. 6, ,-^ith roll call being answered suggestions for Christmas glfra. A public card party wjas planned for tlge last of January. "^-Delegates chosen for Farm and Home Week, ^o be held in Urbana the last week of January, were Mrs. Kopp and Mrs. Muchow. The lesson, "Taking Fatigue Out of Every Day Activities," was capably given by Mrs. Eva Bppel. This was the Christmas party and everyone brought a present for the grab bag. Delicious refreshments were served by Mrs. Neuharth. Musical Program For PTA Meeting St. Mary's P.T.A. held its monthly meeting on Dec. 7, at which time members were entertained by studeftts from the fifth and eighth grades, who presented a short program of music and folk dances. The eighth grade cheerleaders' were present to show their new outfits, consisting of a circular green corduroy skirt with bib effect and suspenders worn with a white blouse and tie. Lynne Buckie acted as narrator to describe in detail each outfit as individually modelled by Mary Ann Mayfield, Diane Freund, Carol Justen, Betsie Kauss, Shir^ ley Jaeger and Judy Watson. To close the program, the fcirls gave several of their cheers. After a short meeting, ice cream was served. Downey, home adviser, on her recent trip to Europe. All of the youth of the county are eligible to attend if 'they are between the ages of 16 and 28 and unmarried. This is iih extension sponsored group with Che young people selecting and planning their own program. There is in a year's program a small amount of all the things young people are interested in, sports, tours, education and fun. For further information, contact Sibyl Sears, assistant home adviser, or Gene Brown, assistant farm adviser. / PERSONALS Charlene Klapperich Observes Birthday Charlene Klapperich celebrated her seventh birthday anniversary at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Klapperich, on Second avenue Sunday afternoon. Gfmes were enjoyed, Charlene opened a variety of lovely gifts and the party was closed with the serving of refreshments. Guests included Sharon Klaipperich, Judy Hay, Diane Diedrich, Terry and Mary Larkin, Joyce Adams, Kathy OTkmnell and Judy, Nancy and Linda Schmunk. i Ninety Present For Square Dance Ninety young people were present for the 'teen-age square dance at Edgebrook school last Saturday. Cake, cookies • and candy were served. Chaperones were Mr. and Mrs. Peter Fischer and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hughes of junior high, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Miller of St. John's, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Falsetti of St. Patrick's, Mr. and Mrs. George Kauss and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Albright of St. Mary's. Mr. Thomas was the school adviser who attended. There will be no more square dancing for this year, but it Will Ije resumed Jan. 7. BRIDAL COUPLE HI!: Medlar Photo THE JAMBS COMSTOCKS Miss Carole Ann Bell of Wonder Lake exchanged nuptial vows with Mr. James John Comstock of Johnsburg at Christ the King church on Nov. 12. They «re residing in Shalimar subdivision. LAKEMOOR BIBLE CHURCH MINISTER HAS RESIGNED It has been announced that the Lakemoor Bible church, which started in the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Freeman last July, is now meeting, in the Lilymoor schdolhouse until further notice. It is with deep regret that - those attending the church note the resignation of Mr. and.. Mrs, Freeman. Mrs. George Lindsay, Mps. Kenneth Peterson and Mrs. George Johnson of Fox River Valley camp and Mrs. Holger Pedersen, Mrs. George Worts, Mrs. Joseph Holly and Mrs. Joel Wheeler of Riverview camp, R.N.A., attended the meeting of the McHenry County Past Oracles club, held at the home of Mrs. Ila Gumprecht, Crystal Lake, on Tuesday 6f lastv week. Miss Mary Kay, - Nieman has been enjoying a vacation '•"in the home of Dr. and Mrs. Leon Herman, former local residents, in Boston, Mass. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Alexander of Hebron were Sunday Visitors in the Robert Thompson home. Mr. Alexander retired recently after serving forty-eight years as a rural mail carrier. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Whiting of Lake GeneVa, Wis., spent the weekend with McHenry relatives. Mrs. Robert Thompson and Miss Maud Granger attended the annual Christmas party of the Daughters of the American Revolution, held at Unity hall in Elgin Saturday. Pegg yand Allan Purvey of Crystal Lake spent' the weeken with their grandparents, Mr. an Mrs. Albert Purvey. Miss Georgianna Donahue o: Huntley called on McHen friends Sunday. Mrs. Annabel Aicher and brothers, George and Leo Heimer, .spent Sunday in the home of their nephew, Charles Steilen, and family in Elmhurst. Miss Ella Mae Brown of Jacksonville, Fla., Mrs. Phil Kane, daughter, Helen, and Mr. and Mrs. Irving Wendt and son, William, of Chicago, were recent guests of McHenry. relatives. Miss Marjorie Duker, R.N., is due to arrive home today (Thursday) from Los Angeles, Calif., to spend the holidays with her parents, Supt. and Mrs. C. H. Duker. She is making the trip by plane. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Murray of Mundelein were Sunday visitors in the home of her sister, Mrs. Alforts Adams, and family. Mrs. Isabelle Grantham and daughter, Ardath, of Wauconda called on McHenry relatives Sunday. WALTER BREFELDS AT HOME AFTER NOV. 26 WEDDING NOVEMBER BRIDE December is Bazaar and B&ke Sale -- This Sunday, Dec. 18, there Johnsburg Public school -- Sponwill, be a special Christmas prosored by P.T.A. -- Starts 10:30 gram at 2:30 o'clock in the afternoon. This is the hour when regular Sunday school services are given every week. Interested persons are invited to attend as there will be classes for all ages. It is hoped that at a later date a minister may be obtained. Riverview Camp Christmas Party Riverview camp, R.N. A., will enjoy a Christmas party on Tuesday, Dec. 20, at the K. of C. hall. Those attending are asked to bring for their gift exchange a donation for the children's home at Woodstock. Rural Youth Annual Meeting The McHenry county Rural Youth group announces plans for their annual meeting Dec. 20 at 8 p.m. at the Farm Bureau building. The program is to include mixers, games, refreshments and an illustrated talk by Miss Irene ICHAR1TY BALL A charity ball sponsored by the Future Business Leaders of America will be held in the high school gym Saturday, Dec. 17, at 8:30' o'clock. Fifty per cent of the proceeds will go to various charitable organizations. K Lend Uncle Sam Your Dollars a.m. (December 17 Christmas Cheer Party -- Moose Lodge -- Public Invited December 48 Children's Christmas Party -- Moose Lodge -- For Members' Children -- 3 p.m. December SO Women of the Moose -- Christmas Pot-Luck Supper -- ?:3o p.m. December 31 New Year's Eve Party -- Moose Lodge -- MemfoerS and Guests. February 21 Woman's Club Novelty Social, "Luncheon Is Served" -- Legion Home -- 1:30 p.m. NOTES FOR BUSINESSMEN: How to Profit from JOB PRINTING BUSINESS CARDS When you v i s i t a client what does he see first? Your business card, of course! To make that first impression the best it is only natural to use a card that is in good taste. Let us show you our many quality samples. In keeping wilh our policy of serving only the best, we proudly announce the purchase of a limited supply of BLUE RIBBON BEEF, available at n<fc increase In prices at . . • BOB VIEREGG'S CORNER CUPBOARD RESTAURANT McHENftY PLAINDEALER -192 N. Green Street PHONE 141 Woodstock, 111. 1 i v BLUE RIBBON BEEF We ore now featuring on ©or menu -- Steaks and Roast Beef . . . from Prize Winning, Blue Ribbon Beef purchased at the International Livestock Exposition ... deliciously prepared by our chef for your dining enjoyment. NO INCREASE IN PRICES CEUBRA^NG )UR PUR^ HAS GET A PARTY TOOTHER FOR THI HOLIDAYS "On the Square - Across from Otty. i^all" Woodstock - Phone 180 "Mr. and Mrs. Walter W. Brefeld are now at home at 144 W. Cook street, LibertyvUle, following their wedding on Nov. 26 0 a 4 o'clock ceremony performed at Santa Maria del Popolo church in Mundelein. Very Rev. Fr.^dward McConnell officiated at the nuptial rite. Mr. Brefeld, a Libertyville resident and son t>f the late Mr. and Mrs. John . Brefeld of McHenry, took as his bride Blanche Thomas, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Ttflggs, in a double ring service. She was attractive in a pale blue satin gown, ballerina length, with , net inserts. She -wore a blue and silver sequin hat and carried white orchids and lilies of the valley. She was • attended by Mrs. William Raser, her sister, as matron of honor. Mrs. Raser chose a burnt orange satin gown, ballerina length, beige hat and accessories and carried • matching"' colored mums with white Fuji mums. Jacob Brefeld of W&Ukegan served as best man and two' other brothers, Ray Brefeld of Skokie and Louis Brefeld of McHenry, were groomsmen. Following the wedding,, there waB a dinner and a reception at the Swedish Glee club; - The bride Is a graduate of Busch Conservatory of Music and is associated with the Libertyville Credit Bureau. The bridegroom is owner of the Bronx Cleaners in Skokie. Mr. and Mrs. Orval Abney of Maywood announce the a/rival of ( their first child, Orval Jay, born De£. 7. Mrs. Abney is the former Nell Crick, daughter of the Joseph J. Cricks of McCullom Lake. Mr. land Mrs. Don Brusso are the parents of a son, born Dec. 7 at Memorial hospital, weighing 5 lbs. 13 02. Mr. and Mrs. Laui*^ ence Brusso are the proud gyand-* parents. ; Subscribe to the Plalndjaler today. Viltf. " ||:| Medlar Photo MRS. HERMAN OKER St. Patrick's church was the scerieof a beautiful wedding on Noy. 26 which united Miss Janice, Ann Reinboldt of McHenry ana Mr. German Oker of Crystal Lake.; They are making their ho^n'e in Crystal Lake. << : |3pARD OF THANKS Wei!: would like to take this means of thanking friends and neighbors for floral offerings, cards of sympathy, cars' and the many other, kindnesses extended in our bereavement. We are especially grateful to the supervisor arid: local telephone operators who assisted so much. 32 Mrs. Prasad and Daughters HARDEST BUSIEST CHEAPEST WORKERS IN TOWN PLAINDEALER WANT ADS VIRGINIA EBERT * MARRIED DEC. 7 TO COLORADO MAN The Sherman Ebert hOtiie at. MCCullom Lake was the scene of a pretty wedding on Wednesday, Dec. 7, when the Egberts' daughter, Virginia, became the bride of Mr. Billy Bob Strickland, son of Mr. and * Mrs. Willie Strickland of Rush, Colo. The ceremony took place at m8 t o'^Qck, with Rev. Wallace FrankeYtetein of Rouhd Lake officiating' kt the single ring service. • The home was: decorated in pink and white, with wedding bells, The pretty bride jwore white nylon,, ov6r satin, * frith scoop neckline and full skii t, ballerina length. Her fingertip veil was held by a crown of white flowers and she wore a purple orchid. Mrs. Ebert chose a grey dress with matching accessories and a pink carnation corsage. The bride received her education at the Westwood school and Burlington high school. On their wedding trip, * the couple went to Colorado to visit the groom's parents. They expect to make that state their home. Guests at the marriage included Mr. and Mrs. Ebert and sons, David aaid Charles, Mr. and Mrs. Everett SwansoA and daughters, Mrs. Harold Stroker and Mrs. Wallace Frankenstein. SOPHIA SCHMELZER RITES CONDUCTED LAST CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank each and everyone for prayers, flowers and gif^S received during my recent illness. With all my heart. 32 Mrs. Edward Tussey Local residents are reminded that the post office will remain open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, -Dec. 18, for Xmas mailing. THE TO8BSLER SHOP 312 ELM STREET McHENRY, ILL. Young Tee Corner FOR THAT SPECIAL GIFT FOR THE CHILD THAT HAS EVERYTHING, MUSICAL TOYS,. FLUFFY ACCESSORIES, LOUNGING WEAR ^ND PARTY PANTS AND SLIPS. Open Tues., Thurs. and Fri. Evenings 'til 9 pan. * • v,. If you're looking for that "Jttst-right Gift" ... we have it! -- A PERMANENT . . ^.This is the gift that ONLY YOU CAN GIVE. There is J3^4>etter way to say MERRY CHHDSltaAS to the woman in your life. •I"*"' ,\v yottcorits"* wrong a < m vjCall 147 and make arrangements /for your GIFT CERTIFICATE in ^any amount you wish. YOUR LOVELINESS IS OUR BUSINESS iversi Je 9€o irsiyhng 126 N. Riverside Drive McHenry, 111. to Phone 147 RELAX SANTA!' . . . take the load off your feet! _ „ No heed to worry and stew over what t6 give her for Christmas! a GIFT for the HOME is a Gift for the Whole Family « \ The Lady of the house would be < sure to like those new draperies she has been wanting . . . and the whole family will enjoy them. COMPLETE Drapery and Service 9 Custom Made Draperies * Ready Made Draperies * Drapery Material by the Yard * Rugs and Carpeting You Can't Guess Wrong with a Gift Certificate Stop in, we'll he glad to assist you in making a selection . . . FREE ESTIMATES 214 So. Grwn Street HOME FURNISHINGS FhWtt . 917 „ .Mdfeory One of the community^ oldest and most respected residents, Ml*. Sophia Schmelzer, 88, died early Sunday, Dec. 11, in the Berlin Memorial hospital, Berlin, Wis. She had resided for the past year with a son at Pine River, Wis.? but before that time lived at Bull Valley. "Wie deceased- was.. bora Ap& 24,1807; in; Chicago and moved to the Bull Valley area, forty-two years ago. Her husbknd, a retired fireman, passed away last Jeanttry. • Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Helen Potyen of Fountain City, Tenn., and Marguerite Schryver of Woodstock; three sons, Karl df Woodstock, Edwin of McHenry and Albert of Pine River, Wis.; a sister, Mtt. EflStma Gnadt, of Chicago; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, •' The deceased was a jnertiber of the English Lutheran church. Services were held Tuesday at 1:30 from the Peter M. Justen funeral home, With Rev. Robert Hooker of Woodstock officiating. Private burial Services were held. MONEY AMD BANKING In Everyday Living If your household furnishings are destroyed by fire, an inventory or list of them will help you to establish your loss. Indeed, insurance companies require a complete record of all goods, damaged or otherwise, when a claim is made. To take such an inventory, go over one room at a time; itemize all furnishings therein, noting date and place of purchase, and priginal cost. Keep your inventory up to date; and keep it in a safe deposit box with your insurance policies. • • • BANKING TERMS DEFINED Savings funds that you will need on a definite date can be set aside with us by means of a time certificate of deposit: A receipt Which we sign, promising repayment at a specified time with interest according to length of the deposit period. DID YOU KNOW that th* Housing Act of 1954 made many changes in lows regulate ing FHA mortgage credit? The Act seeks to make it easier for people to bi)y or build homes of their own. Loan amounts and terms for new and existing construction are most liberal. If you are thinking of buyjng or building, check with us fpr latest information. We will gladly discuss the details. of low-rate FHA financing to suit ' your particular needs. n ; • • * By investing in bonds of ^governmental bodies at all levels, America's banks Kelp to finance America's government. At;the start of 1954 banks had invested more than 72 billion dollars in U. S.~ Government obligations ... other billions of dolla& ! in bonds of the several states and of many local communities. McHENRY STATE BANK Interest Pai£ On Savings Deposited ' Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Member Federal Reserve System PHONE 1040 MERRY CHRISTMAS "It's The Nicest Way To Say MERRY CHRISTMAS' 9 Poinsettlas # Azaleas # Cyclamen # Begonias i African Violet Plants CHRISTMAS CORSAGES* See our complete selection of Christmas wreaths, door sprays, candle centerpieces, holly, mistletoe, etc. ORDER EARLY WE TELEGRAPH FLOWERS ANYWHERE m ELM STREET FLORIST PHONE 230 S00 W.- ELM ST. McHENRV, Across the Street from AJLP