•,r~ yi February 21, 19$? ;. . ; • ' > , v/^ *< * f "*>, 1 ( $ *»• < ^ V s"- v' THE McHENRY PLAINDEALER ft?. :w. t' -;>V *> jP^ 5 fj? ^ $ McCullom Lake News £y Ere Leveafoe , . , You Are Eligible dfc To vote in the forthcoming vili7 ®Ke election Tuesday, April 16, , if, 1--you are 21 years of age, 2-- have resided in the state of Illinois for one year, 3--lived in • McHenry county for ninety days, and, 4--have resided in the village for thirty days. It ii your duty as a conscientous voter, to become acquainted with the candidates. The men and wovmen on the political slates are ittbur neighbors. Weigh the issues carefully and then VOTE!! more quickly with frequent visits from the postman. Please send a cheery card or note to the little miss and you will be rewarded with grateful appreciation from the invalid and her mom and dad, Theresa and Willard Schultz. The address* of course, is Rt. 4, McHenry. Road Situation Since last summer, Fred Matthesius, road commissioner, and Rakow and Co., village engineers, have, been planning a drainage system and building up of road beds throughout the community. The preliminary work of measuring and surveying the village »*oads will be completed in the spring so the main project of good roads can be started. Barring serious complications, the road beds and drainage system work will be well under way by summer. ' Mr. Matthesius has been conferring with Gene Miller in the absence of Chuck Miller, county road commissioner, and was inf rmed that the power lines and iles will be moved back this . week to make way for the new " county blacktop (our own "super highway.") Good news, indeed! Rheumatic Fever Victim Miss Lynne Schultz is looking ahead to her birthday, March 10 with some trepidation. Instead of the frivolous part/ which most 9- ^ear-olds enjoy, Lynne will probaly mark the occasion--in bed. The young lady, who had been complaining of not feeling well and experiencing pain for some ' time, was diagnosed as having rheumatic fever! She was hospitalized in McHenry from Monday night to Thursday of last week. Since coming home, she has had to remain in a prone position. Her nexjt test will reveal whether she ,^s makings any progress toward *ecofcery. Luckily, no damage has' been .done to her heart. Sin6f Lynne will be spending all her time in bed for an undetermined time, the days will pass Doable Joy- Two little ladies, the sevenmonth- old twin daughters of Irma and Alfonse Oberhuber, were presented at the front of Nativity Lutheran chssrch, Wonder Lake, for baptism on Sunday, Feb. 24. The Rev. Burton Schroe&er officiated at the christening. Irmgard and Christine completely captivated the hearts cf the congregation as they viewed the solemn occasion with two pairs of big beautiful eyes. Their godparents were Mr. and Mrs. John Loeschel (the former Gertrude Makofske) and Mr. and Mrs. Karl Betts of Ringwood. . A dinner.in their honor was held at Hetterman's in Johnsburg for the family and godparents. Later in the day, dessert was served to many friends and neighbors who came in to admire the wee ones. It >vas truly i day of joy and thanksgiving. .Brain Surgery Marie Howe's brother-in-law, Larry Padelford of Palatine, underwent extensive surgery last week for the removal of a growth from his brain. Doctors have not been able to determine the origin of the injury. His recovery will be a long slow process and in the meantime, Marie and Vic have been doing everything to help Mrsi Pf del ford at this crucial time. for that imprtant drive -- the Heart fund. Mrs. Eleanor Reid. was the area chairman and was responsible for all the communities surrounding the lake. Mrs. Eleanor Creutz was the. local captain and was assisted ..by Helen Karth, Barbara Thacker, Pearl Pietsch, Henrietta Vycital, Pe&rl Nersted, Mary Kantorski, Lee Brocken and Mary Byrnes. Those who were not contacted and wish to-donate may do so by sending a contribution to Heart! Fund, care of McHenry State j Bank. Please mark your dona-; tion, "Village of McCullom Lake" so our quota may receive the credit. around on' crutches fbr several weeks, at least. It would cheer him considerably; to receive c$rds from well wishers while he is inr capacitated. His address also is Rt. 4. McHenry. - - Don't Wait! Until the last rtiflbte rush to obtain the village vehicle tags for your cars and trucks. Village cl<erk, Emma Pyritz, is on hand to issue them and will be happy to do so. You must have' your 1957 state license number ' with you when you apply. • » ' Cullom-Knoll The meetings of the 'dissociation will be suspended until the spring bi-annual .meeting in May. It will be held on the first Sunday in May. Ladies Of The Lake Will ' meet tonight, Thursday, Feb. 28, for a short business meeting and ? social. The time is 8 p.m. and the place is the beachhcuse. Tasty goodies have been planned to ^complete Vhe evening. The current, dues far 1957 arc due and payable. Deepest Sympathy Is extended to Mrs. Carrie Sesko for the loss of her brother, Geoge Prange, 42, and an uncle on the same day. Her brother was stricken with a heart attack and died before he could be moved to a hospital. Both uncle and nephew were buried in Chicago yesterday (Wednesday). Heart Fund Local members of the American Legion auxiliary gave up their leisure time OQ Sunday to collect CLAIRE BEAUTY SHOPPE t < r-- Our Operators are All Hairstylists -- 800 So. Green Street McHenry, 111. "Appointments Aoc*kpt«5f-^^Mon.';tt»rn Sat., 8 A.M. ta f ftM. COLD WAVE PEKMANENTS -- $5.00 ft up including cut, shampoo and hair set 7 ALL WORK DONE REASONABLY J PHONG McHENRY 10 Tragic Mishap Active lad, Ronnie Creutz. underwent surgery at Sherman hospital, Elgin, last Friday for the removal of a piece of torn cartilage which was lodged in the knee joint. The injury was due to an accident which occurred during a wrestling match at McHenry high. Ronnie has been it* considerable pain and most Uncomfortable since the accident, which happened about a month ago. After his release from the hospital, Ronfte will be forced to get MAKE LAWN CARE EASIER Less weeding--less work--and by far a better lawn. Use a com* plete plant food to furnish, your lawn with all of the elements necessary for finest growth. Feed early, feed often -- you'll profit with less work and better results. fcuTrrn Complete Plant Food A Produci of Swift & Company Use Our Spreader FREE With* Purchase of Vigoro WCITAL'S Hardware • Sheet Metal Shop PHONE 98 182 S. Green St. McHenry, III. Now They Are Four Mr. and Mrs. John Cunningham, former residents, increased the population of Lilymooi* on Saturday, Feb. 23, when wee Cynthia Lou first s§w the light of day jat Memorial Hospital, Woodstock. The little lady weighed a bouhcing 8 pounds, plus! Her paternal grandparents, are Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Cunning-: ham and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Eel Kroncke of Lilymoor. The Cunninghams have one other daughter. Sportsmen's Club Notes Vixen? -- foxes, -- uh, anyway, those reddish brown animals with the bushy tails are simply for hunters' bullets. The "varmints" are causing considerable damage to the valuable game birds which are stocked in the controlled shooting area of the Sportsmen's club. Every Sunday morning, from 7:30 a.m., there is. open season on the foxes. Bring your own shotgun AND a hunting . license, of course. The rest is up to you, and- your aim! - The lake and watershed committee is planning a project to bring fresh water into the lake to replenish the supply. A fine artesian well over lOfi feet deep is being wasted. The plan is,to divert this water plus the two streams, originating near the Ringwood blacktop, into the lake. There is considerable labor involved and many willing hands and strong backs will be needed in the spring to complete the job. The trap shooting range has been attracting marksmen by the score, but more are invited." You don't have to be a member of the club to avail yourself of the facilities. The trap range is located south of. Rt. 120 on the Ringwood road. The way is clearly marked- Have fun! Bring a gun! Ammo may be obtained on the range. A skeet shooting range will be prepared when suitable terrain ;is located. The Sportsmen's club is doing a terrific job in conservation and providing clean wholesome sport and serves support from everyone! den magazines you may have. Membership is limited, so be sure to attend the first, meeting. Big Doin's Genial gentleman, Butch Kennenberg, was really living it up for his seventy-first birthday Feb. 20. He was wined and dined at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Aldenbrook of Johnsburg. Saturday night, his ever lovin' May gave a fabulous dinner party for him in Chicago, with the entire family (and its a big one) in attendance. Butch maintains his youth by working h«rd every day! Like Flowers? Growing in your own yard, that is, ooHyour neighbor's? If you are interested in learning all about "genus flora"--how, where, and when to plant them, turn out for the formation of the McCullom Lake Garden club. The first meeting will be held Wednesday, March 6 at 2 p.m. at the home of Mrs. Robert Smith on Orchard Drive. Bring any seed catalogs or gar- Be prepared for any Save Now For Money You Need . . . When You Need It. 0 IT'S, SO MUCH EASIER if trouble does come to have the money to cope with it. Family illness, job lay-off, accidents, any temporary upset is better handled if you're prepared for it with savings. And, the best way to cushion any trouble is with our savings plan . . . the twice each year dividend really helps you stay on firm ground through any type of emergency. Start your savings account now and le»t your money work for you and your family. J% CURRENT RATE j McHENRY SAVINGS and LOAN ASSOCIATION IARANTY SAVINGS: iliSSOCIisl! 522 W. Main Street PHONE 2 McHenry, 111. New Construction or Remodeling Masonry and Frame Homes Disa 'N Data Twas rto laughing matter to Bonny Egerstaffer when he contracted chicken pox from his kiddies. The poor fellow was so sick,' a doctor was summoned to administer medication. He's mending now and doing swell! The Nersted family, including Pearl, Pete, Karen and Rickie, were overcome with grief last week when their beautiful collie dog, Star, passed on. They are consoling themselves with a sleek Irish Setter. Mary Eastland enjoyed the company of her daughter, Frances, and husband, Mr. and Mrs. John Klein, and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Klein of Mundelein last weekend. Doing Their Bit Tony Hocin's mother, Mrs. Barbara Kachinovas, is now comfortably settled in the Hocin menage. The sweet little lady suffered a heart attack and was hospitalized. She was released from a Chicago hospital on Sunday, and Sally and Tony promtly removed her to their home, where she will receive plenty of tender, loving care. Bet she would love to receive some mail which would thrill her immensely. How about it? ing his sixteenth birthday on Sun* p. day, March 3. Best wishes!, ltomiV v.| Whew! That's allfortoday, you next week? - , \ S Want Ads , % • •M •at Happy Birthday To Tommy Olsen, your Plaindealer carrier boy who will be celebrat- J. R. LEVESQUE & CO. Masonry -- General Contractors McCULLOM LAKE, ILL. Phone McHenry 2171 Satisfaction Guaranteed Call For Free Estimates DAN POWERS -- Auctioneer The undersigned will sell at Public Auction on the farm located 5 mi. E. of McHenry, 2 mi. N. of Volo and l1^ mi. W. of Route 12 on Brandenburg road on MONDAY, MARCH 4. 1957 starting at 12:00 sharp. The following described property MACHINERY M.H. Model 44 special tractor 1 yr. old: M.H. tractor cult.; Ford tractor and cult.; Case field chopper w/hay & corn attach.: McC-D No. 62 combine w motor; J.D. No. 490 corn planter; J.D. No. 290 corn planter; M.H. hay baler; McC-D No. 2 ensilage blo\yer; Case grain drill 12'; McC-D tractor disc 10'; N.I. power mower 7'; McC-D tractor plow 3 bot. 14" on rubber; J.D. tractor plow 2 bottom 14" on rubber; McC-D manure spreader, fluid ttype; Case side delivery rake 4 bar; J.D. corn binder; Hay and grain elevator 36'; Rubber tired wagon w/self unloading box. Rubber tired wagon & rack; 4 section drag: 3 section drag: Corn sheiler; Unloading jack; 4 wheel garden tractor; Feed cart; Air compressor; Grinder; Electric fence; Grind stone; 21 --. Milk cans: Aireator; Wash tanks. Many other items too numerous to mention. FEED 700 bu. Ear Corn; 2 ton Hay; 2 ton Straw; 13' Silage in 14' Silo. Terms---$25.00 and under cash, over that amount V* down and balance in monthly payments plus interest. Buy what you want, sign your own note, no co-signers needed. Settlement must be made on day of sale. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS TAM A RACK FARM C. M. 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