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Pag« Sixteen -'4 ffc, * %> , » v «S<A^ ufT »r-vj THE McHENRY PLAINDEALER McCullom Lake News By Eve Levesque f- Along the Party Line Since we became incorporated §k a village, our president," Jake Levesque, and the board of trustees have been working untiringly to obtain better telephone service for us. Through their concerted efforts and persuasion, ah agreement has "been reached With the telephone . company to provide more facilities for better service. We all know the inconvenience and drawbacks of the eigjit-party lines. Those days will soon be gone forever. Within four months, two party lines will %be available to all desiring them. Martha is in Chicago this week visiting with her family and friends before her return to Ana. heim, Calif. Th? village will be lonesome without you, Martha. Violations Carrie Sesko and Ethel Brendle. Two owners were fined by The next meeting will take place j Judge Victor Howe for allowing Thursday, March 8. j their dogs to run at large. Dreams Do Come True! Many months ago, the Ladies of the Lake had a dream about procuring a police patrol car for the village. They went to work with plans arid ideas for . raising money. As you know, more than 1600 was turned over to the Village board. Last week, a '52 car was purchased for this sole use of the police force, equipped with a siren and rotating light. The car will do much to increase the efficiency of the department. Our volunteer policemen, including chief Dave Hansen and the patrolmen, deserve thanks and commendation for donating their time and using their own cars to protect you, the citizens of the village. Gregory Burg was sworn in as patrolman number three to fill the vacancy left by Tony Hocin. Mr. Hocin served faithfully since early last summer and was known by every youngster and adult by his pleasant smile. We gratefully acknowledge your service, Tony. |Braving the Icy Winds j Last Saturday, the volunteer j workers for the Heart fund canvassed the community. At the j houses where no one was at ! home, envelopes were left and these may be mailed into headquarters in. McHenry. The workers included Pearl Pietsch, Gertrude Maxwell, Myrtle Burg, Marie McKim, Elma Nelson, Theresa Schultz, Betty Murray, and your reporter. Co-chairmen for the drive were Marie Howe and Eleanor Ebey. Reunion in the South Seas Last Sunday, Mrs. Richard Mc- Graw left the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Hammerstein, Sr., to rejoin her husband on the island of Tiawan (Formosa). The trip was by plane lo Seattle, Wash., to Anchorage, Alaska, and then on to Tokyo. Eileen had hopes her husband would be able to meet her in this oriental city. If not, the reunion will take place in her new home in Taipei, Tiawan. Mr. McGraw is a civilian technical representative for Republic Aircraft. He' has been on the island since January. The Mc- Graws will be residents of this South Pacific island for eighteen months to two years. What an adventure. ^ Whec-e-e, This Is Fun! Squeals of excitement were emitted by the guys 'n gals on the sharp turns. It was all part of the fun or the toboggan party which included Don Liston, Kathy and Bill Schlitt, Mardy and Don Lorch and Betty and Larry Murray. The inner and outer chills were relieved with the large amounts of coffee and pizza consumed by the gang at the Murray home later. SPRING GROVE By Mrs. Charles FreuMl Gathering of the Girls Jerry Doran demonstrated her jewelry wares at the home of Mardy Lorch last Monday night. Exclaiming over the pretty earrings, necklaces and pins were Jerry Jensen, Betty Murray, Betty Roeske, Kathie Schlitt, Anne Mathesius and Lil Hansen. After the demonstration, refreshments were served by Mardy. Chairman of-the polto Paul Weber, informs polio drive this; wns* m.Y 'i successful. The amount , on the Mothers Matvb \Y»s which was double tine received last year. Pawiti $v> thank all who helped tefft WfcW this drive so suwesstfttl. Members of the Hefty society of St. 11 their annual meeting?) i» WW* -j ish hall on Monday A j crowd wets present awt ! a social ^evening the meeting.1 Movies I; shown. Refreshments ww ij The George FirseMag moved to StacyviKe,, w, Feb. 13. The Ray has moved from the font* mile .pff highway 12 to tlfce mend - farm in Snake W©e*iL. - Happy birthdays In Feferasarj; iv* *• Paul Weber, Agnes May. Detefete ; SplUbart, Katherine Kagah arid Mayme Tlnney. Frank Mikoleit and Chester Stevens are still in the hospital, but we are happy to report that both are improving. Mr, and Mrs. Frank Sanders, Mvs, A1 Westman of Woodstock and Mm Alice Wagner left Tuesday. morning to visit friends and relatives in Montana. While there, will also uttend the golden of Mr. and Mrs. John Xfortwds in Glendive, Mont. Mrs. Is Mr. Sanders' sister. 'five Birthday club met at the tawnte txf Mi*, Russel Rudolph on 'tftowmtey afternoon. Five hun- #<<*<* was played and prizes went to Mrs. Wm. Britz, Mrs. Frank WA)i\ Mrs, Fiank Tinney and Mm. BotUmiley, A lovely lunch ymt swvtnf after cards. The Holy Name members of St Peter's spent an eflfening of JofeJisburg Sunday •• t '• At a recent meeting of the ttremen. it was decided that fire phones be placed in the homes of five firemen, with an alert Litton to sound off the alarm immediately in the event of fire. The$e phones have been installed find tested. The number to cati in case of fire is 541S. Give your name, block, number or location of fire to anyone who answers. This is < of great improvement toward quicker and more efficient service from our fire department. Mrs. Cjharles May is" visiting her son, Jim, and family in .Indiana this Week. Andrew Hackenmiller has returned to Iowa after spending several months with his daughter, M$s. Clarence Miller, and family. Christian Mothers and Children of Mary sodalities held their regular meeting at St. Peter's hall on Thursday night. Fr. Dftleiden gave an interesting talk on fast and abstinence. There were card games and prizes went to MTB. Charles May, Mrs. Edward May and Miss Clarice M&y. Save More Don't Wait Too Long. To register for the forthcoming election to be held April 10. Mrs. Emma Pyritz, village clerk, has been appointed registrar for the j community. You may register with her any time up to and including March 12. Cullom-Knoll Sunday, March 4, 2:30 p.m. at the beachhouse is the meeting of the Cullom-Knoll association. At this time, the revision of the bylaws will be discussed. Plans for the community affair which is tentatively scheduled for July 14 are gaining momentum, and this should be a day worth looking forward to. There will be special events for each age bracket. Store up your ideas and suggestions and bring them to the meeting. Will we see ypu there? Fine Entertainment Was provided for the gals at the Ladies of the Lake meeting last Thursday. Alice and Conrad Gustafson displayed their movies on Alaska, which proved entertaining and informative. "The by-laws were read by Mrs. ^ttlia Hecht and revisions and suggestions were made to cover aU angles. The by-laws will be read two more times before they are voted upon and accepted. Cake and coffee which "hit the spot" were served by hostesses Anna Bushfeld,* Katie Lennert, Disa 'n Data Margaret Davidson is playing nursemaid to her niece's dog while she is on vacation. Sorry to hear that Mrs. Ruth Hyatt IULS'"been ailing for some time. We hope you will soon be feeing better, Ruth. A bouquet of verbal orchids to Ed Hammerstein, Sc., for doing a swell job on rehabilitating the beachhouse. How about some of our strong 'teen-age boys shovelling the lake to improve the ice skating? This will make good muscles for playing basketball! The Bill O'Flahertys were treated to a visit from Mr. and Mrs. O. Gage and niece, Miss Kathleen Hamlin, of Highland Park on Sunday. Jim Pokorny "ran" into a little bad luck last Friday morning on the way to work. His car skidded on the icy pavement. Fortunately, Jim wasn't hurt but the car was! Helen gave up her own transportation so Jim could be on his way. Successful Party The McCullom Lake S.A.C. entertained a large crowd on Saturday night at the V.F.W. There was enough dancing and refreshments to satisfy everyone's taste. Barbecues were served at midnight. Thomas Connor of McHenry was the lucky fellow who walked off with the wonderful prize which was offered. Victims of the ice on the way home included Jean McDonald, Bill Brennan and Eileen Matthesius. The club members are grateful to everyone who helped to make, their public party a success. Congratulations * To Tommy Olsen, who will be celebrating his fifteenth birthday Sunday March 4. Tom has been a faithful paper boy, delivering the Plaindealer to your home for over two years. Rain, sleet, snow or cold has never deterred him from his duty. Thanks for a fine job -- well done! Attend the church of your choice during Lent. Yqu'll feel better for having, done it. We'll see you next week. Getting Around • Mrs. Martha Struck is having a gay whirl during her visit here. Last week, a luncheon was held in her honor by Mr. and Mrs. G. Benson. The guests included Mr. and Mrs. H. Davidsen, Sophie Kosti, Mary Lekawitch, Mrs. Ida Lytrell and Mrs. Wilkinson and son, Jim, of Wonder Lake. Last Wednesday, Betty Poledna spread a festive table to celebrate Martha's homecoming. Attending were Ruth Smith and Laura Meyers. The girls made a day of it. c u r v e d B A R PR0FE5SIQI1RL DIRECTQRV FRANK W. SEK, M.D. Physician and Surgeon 210 So. Green St, Office Hours: 1 to S P.M. Daily - Except Wed. 7 to 9 PJW, Tuesdays & Fridays phones: Office Residence 164 2278 AMAZING COMPORT wMt NMw>i4 RUPTURE-EASER r.M B«r. U.8. P*l. Oft. (A Piwr Bnn Tre«> Per MEN, WOMIN and CMttDMN Right Uft Ski* w39* Pat. 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Mr. and Mrs. Paul Schulz and Mr. and Mrs Regnald Rix of Johnsburg are the -great-grandparents. Good luck, to Bob Maclure. After a long illness, Bob came home from the hospital last Sunday. Thursday, March 1,1956 March 7, at 8 p.m., will be thef next meeting of the association at "President Horner's house. In bad weather, would thev children not play on the >road coming into ^Pistakee Highlands., Cars trying to make that hilL^ with children playing will causd|l an. accident. \ Anyone wanting news in this column should call 2097 not later thai! Thursday noon. It Pays To Advertise IN THE WORLD... When your investment returns generous cash income! - Place your idle or low-earning accumulated reserves with this specialized Savings Association. Your funds 'will earn two atxyve-aiverage dividends yearly .. . 3% current rate. Start your account today. McHENRY SAVINGS and Loan Association A Guaranty Savings Association 522 Main Street PHONE 2 (McHenry, HL DR. J. C. 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