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r*' " J)**"' Thursday, June 6, 1057 1 THE McHENRY PLAINDEALEB V / Thlrf** Richmond Community News By Phyllis Oarlaoa if Boy's Cjub '"The boys of the community and nearby countryside have •been playing baseball under the leadership of George Madden/and Darwin Ehorn. So far, these are about fo^ty boys, ages 8 to 14. Bbb Lindbloom and "Shiner" Klemstein have helped too. Rotary and the iire department have been sponsoring the t^oys. Thank You From The Boys The boys and their leaders, George Madden and Dar EhOrn, are very happy with the gift from the Rotary and the firej depart-' ihent. With the gift, they purchased quite a bit of equipment for playing baseball. There have appeared bats, balls, mitts, and soon will appear shirts for the players. All. the boys say "thank upu" for the money that made pos- Irable the new paraphenalia. . • ELECTED TO OFFICE MARJORIE ELDREDGE Miss Marjorie Eldredge of Richmond was elected Student Council president at Kemper hall in Kenosha, Wis. Marjorie will be a senior next year at Kemper hall and has indeed been honored by \Jbr election to this high office. Only a future senior is eligible for election, but this job is a very responsible one, as you can imagine. Marjorie is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Eldre/lge of Richmond. High School Commencemei Sundfiy, May 2tt, was the day that the class of '57 left the haljwed halls of learning for the reat wide World, or college. The band played several selections, after which the grads proceded in inaroon gowns. Then came the invocation by Pastor Carlson. The chorus sang "All in the April Evening" and "The Halls of Ivy" before the speaker of the day appeared. Rev. Roberj* Hcoker of Grace Lutheran church, Woodcock delivered the address. The diplomas were presented by Robert Gardner, president of the j fligh school board. Mr. Gunderson ' £al£e(T ^riefly of the comparatively large number of students leaving high school before, their four years are up. 'Tis a sad situation which only the parents and kids themselves can remedy. He intimated that perhaps we need more Vocational courses to keep more Jkids in school. .'Tis food for Thought. The audience enjoyed a trumpet Investing in STOCKS? You can Obtain the facts about Investors Stock Fund, Inc., an open-end mutual fund with professional supervision of diversified securities, emphasizing common stocks. The securities for this fund are chosen for objectives of long-term capital appreciation possibilities and fea* sonable income. Free prospectus-booklet with* complete- information from: George Colleue Zone Manager'^ 405 Richmond R4 " .PHbNE 421-W Representing - Diversified Services, JIM;. OR, MAIL THIS COUPOfr ' , PIMM tend m* 'th« frc* pro*- p«ctus-l>oaklet. d«cri^in|', , duet by Sue Johonnott-and John Vierke accompanied by Jeanette Gardner. Dennis Schmitt presented tihe gift ol the senior class, a chpdkoto be used for more pictures for the school. After the benediction by Pastor Carlson, the grads recessed to form a line outside0where friends and family offered congratulations. Grade School Program The town grade school had its promotional program for eighth graders Monday, May 27: Twenty- rthrefe left the grade's for high school. One pupil, Charles Coulman, was unable to be present at his graduation for he had the mumRs. Bobby Eilts, cldss president, spqlie on "OUr Nel't Assignment, High School,". Tom Harris gave the class will and Louise Schultz the class history. V Mr. Gunderson presented the aVplomas. The class gave its teacher, Don Johnson, a small gift of appreciation for his work with thenr and his putting up with all their antics. etc., and was interesting for now the RotariSn^ know hdw: FrecWSe gets the little pills he dispensed. . This week, Fred Gunderson planned to have a program on "The University of Illinois." Letter No. 3 from Claud Gordon in Europe was read. St. Joseph's Graduation Sunday five pupils will graduate from St. Joseph's grade school. The graduation will be held in the church. Picnic The all-high school picnic was held at Fox River park on Tuesday, May 28. Now that school is out,.we fear the column will be short for school days are newsydays and vacation days are sleepy days. If you know something we can print, please let us know. Master's Degreev ^' Miss Mary Wittmayer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Wittmayer of Richmond, received her master of arts degree in history from Bryn Mawr college in Bryn Mawr, Pa. Mary studied a year at Bryn Mawr on a Wilson fellowship and will continue her studies in history there next year on a fellowship given by the college. This summer, Mary will take a position at Yale Divinity school in New Haven, Conn., where she will do secretarial work. About a month before school begins in the fall, she will return home. Mary was elected president of •Graduate's club recently. Congratulations on your many scholastic attainments, Mary! - " Church New* Sunday afternoon and evening the Senior Youth Fellowship met for a retreat at Camp Alpine, About twenty young people took part. They studied one of St. Paul's letter, namely the. one to the Ephesians, together, shared their ideas, and gained from the experience. Pastor Carlson led the Bible study, while Rev. Noyce gave the medintation at the camp fir at the close of the day. A,,t supper time the 'teen-agers enjoyed a pot-luck supper and after that a little recreation. Aftf»r further study, they had a quiet time, when they mediatated and very nearly froze for the sun went down " and the moon hac* no warmth in it. However, each one toasted .himself at the campfire afterward and then lit a candle and returned to the main house, enriched for the time spent in a day of fellowship. Monday morning, the Community church will begin its vacation Bible school for children from age 4 through age 13. Classes will meet in the church and in the grade school. The sessions will last from 9 io 11:30 each morning. Monday evening, the women of Grace church met for their monthly meeting. Mrs. Anton Haroldsen gave a book review for the program. Yesterday, the women's council of the Community church met for its annual meeting and spring luncheon. Baptism Little Dale Thomas Steadjnan, infant spn of Mr. and Mrs. Rohald Steadman, was baptized at Grace church Sunday morning. Such a well behaved ypung man he was, never a peep or cry from' him. V "ffre-J 4-II Sunday Two 4-H clubs, the Community Clovers and the Community Gophers, worshipped at Grace church on Sunday. Together they recited the 4-H pledge (and looked so young, vigorous and wholesome that we feel sure rural America will not be lacking in good farmers and homemakers ten years from now. They prepared soil and grain seeds for the dedication and blessing of the seed and soil, an act which pastor performs each year. Leaders of the clubs present wera. Ron Steadman and Mrs. Jacobson. Rotary News Last week, Freddie Schroeder presented a film on antibiotics and other drugs. It showed how pills were made and capcules filled. \ Parade The Memorial Day parade was colorful and meaningful. <• The colors were provided by the majroon of the band, the navy blue of the firing squad the green of the Brownie and Girl Scout leaders, the brown of the Brownies, -1iie blue and gold of the Cub Scouts. The memory of the days of war and strife and Pastor Carlson's Memorial Day address gave the parade its meaning. The Brownies and Cubs felt so important, and they are so they r^ight as well feel that w^y. Cub Scouts Next Monday, the Cub pack meeting will, be held at the high school. At that time, several boys should receive their bobcat pins and a few their badg§&v Den 2 will present tho' skit on the theme for the month, "Fire." Here and There Mrs. Daubenspeck has spent some time in the hospital. We sincerely hope she will soon recover for her friends miss her. Mrs. Carol Overend, who lived in Richmond for several years, was married last Saturday to George Maclnnes in the West Ridge Community church of Chicago. Her little girls, C^isty and Wendy, stood up with her at the altar and were sweet indeed in pink dresses. Incidentally, the bride wore blue. Miss Myra Speaker and the H. vaster* Stock Fund,'Inc. Nam*....-.....--_--„ Addratt-... .... City... -..Zone .. State.. THE BUNGALOW Always A Friendly Welcome GOOD FOOD STEAKS - - CHICKEN Fish Fry Every Friday ROUTE 120 -- LILY LAKE Kitchen Run by Mary Hall Brnno Kelch, Prop. Open Dally 10 A.M. to 1 A.M. FrL & Sat. tTntil 3:00 A.M. Tower Grill On Rt. 120 in Lakemoor Phone McHenry 161 FINEST FOOD ANYWHERE Dining Room for Small Parties Large Parking Area CHICKEN 14 Delicious "Swift's Tender-grown" Chicken, French Fried to golden brown, with Cole Slaw, Potatoes, Bread and butter. A real treat ' $1.50 BAR-B-Q RIBS Large portion Bar-B-Q'd to a turn, -Cole Slaw, Potatoes, Bread and butter. Deliciously tender $1.65 LEG & THIGH Chicken fried to a Golden Brown. Large portion served with Cole Slaw, Potatoes, Bread '& butter. $1.25 SHRIMPS French Fried Jumbo's $1.65 Medium Sized, Large Order $1.25 Each served with Cole Slaw, Potatoes, Bread and butter., SnAcks, Hot Sandwiches, Sodas, Sundaes, Pies, Steaks, Chops, Bar-B-Q Spare Ribs --• Packaged Ice Cream & Toppings Carry Out Service -- Phone: McHenry 161 Place your order and in 20 minutes your food will be cooked to order, packaged to go. Piping hot and ready to serve. Carlson family • of. .Richmond attended thiTwedaihg and reception. Rev. and Mrs. Kranz and their sons recently worshipped in .the Community church and had Sunday dinner with the Wittmayers of Richmond. Rev. Kranz served the Community church several years ago. Mrs. Ralph Noyce celebrated her birthday Sunday. The high school kids of the Youth Fello.wshiR sang to her during the supper hour. . • . Mrs. Norton,** Mrs. Noyce's mother, is 89 years old this week and was hoping 'that her next great grandchild would be born oh her birthday.. She said the young one should appear in'California, as that is where its parents reside. It's good to see Bili Parker back in Richmond again after his year in Florida. If it doesn't warm up, Bill might just turn to ice though ; no. heater in his car, but then he has good young blood in his veins. Mrs. Paul Adams has been ill and. we hope she is recovering, Mr. and Mrs.' Kenneth Granger attended the anniversary of the V.F.W in McHenry last weekend. 4-H Nimble Fingers The Solon Mills Nimble Fingers met at. the Davis home on May 28, with ten members present. The meeting was called to order with the pledge to the flag and the 4-H pledge. Janet London and Rita Davis gave a Rooking demonstration. Nancy Kane gave a demonstration in sewing. - At the next meeting, Carol London, Darlene Justen and Donna Watts will each give a flower arrangement. Nancy Gardner and Carol Larson will give a cooking demonstration. Janet London, reporter. Card Of Thanks We want to thank the members of ^thg Richmond Fire Dept. for their qfrick response when our chimney caught on fire. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Granger. Drive-In Saving Facilities -- McHenry Savings & Loan, 206 W, Elm, McHenry. History proves that people wl^ go to great lengths to find an easy way out usually fall short. McCullom Lake News Eve Levesqoe (Continued from Page 11) took him through London, Rome, Paris, Belgium, Egypt, and many other places. He was gone five weeks. 'Twas strictly business for Frank and not pleasure. He is vice-president of his company, which is located in Mundelein. Linda and Sandy were overjoyed with the fabulous gifts which daddy brought from mtiny romantic countries. He covered thousands of miles in his journey. Anne met him at" thejyrport. Surprise Party Mrs. Theresa Cunningham and Jake Levescjue were the honored guests at a surprise party in their honor, held at McDonald's on Saturday, May. 25. It was the first of its kind for either of. them. Such a "good group" which gathered around to sing happy birthday to them. German and American potato salad, baked ham, cole slaw, pickles and all the trimmings made up the hearty fare which was consumed with gusto! is. Her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Herb Mauch, of Chicago arrived Saturday night to help Ethel celebrate her natal day, which was Sunday, June 2. Ethel, who was a mighty young bride will be celebrating the fifty second wedding anniversary herself and Bill'in September! Belated Greetings To Pauline and Shorty Sheriff, who marked forty years of wedded bliss with a quiet evening at home recently. To Mrs. Helen Nitz, whose natal day was Wednesday, May 26. To George "doll "baby" Baumbeck, who was remembered by his beauteous Betty on his special day Monday, June 3. To Master Kevin McKim, who became a manly 4-year-old on Tuesday, June 4. Birthday greetings to "Bud" Brendle, who is itching to become a "39er." His birthday is Saturday, June 8. Receive "Awards Chryssie Levesque, Donny Osterby and Billy Cable are understandably proud of the safety patrol pins which they were awarded at a special ceremony at Edgebrook school on Friday, May 31. Needless to say, they are eagerly awaiting their entry into junior high in the fall. " ' I ~ * ' A. 'great big bouquet of verbal orchids to all yew. wonderful read- ' ers who have been so faithful iii supplying your, reporter with bits of news, gossip and doin's! Keep it coming, arid your reporter will continue to write it. This is a record column and" records are. made to be broken! 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