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|; Sr : .... ,, .. Jifc,. , DecemUrS, 1957 PISTAKEE HIGHUNDS • ln ^ - « ' * • ; >'-V •. ". •••c-'.X . . .v. . i y 4 THE McHENRY ,-.,>.^.^^..v,-^. . •• . • • , • . . .. . . ^ T^h T'Hh In case you are one of the loyal readers that missed last weeks column, I'm sorry I wasn't able to get iii the news. Due to an e&rly- deadline and a few mishaps at hor?e it was impossible to deliver the news on time. It was encouraging as well as annoying to get so many calls asking what happened to the column. At least I know that some of you look forward to these bit* Of gab. WiU try not to miss any Sh flie future. A REPORT of last night's meeting will appear next week so walch for the facts of division. News the Pistakee Highland 'Teen CIUD is ever progressing in their growth of activities. The activities already underway ate basketball teams, rifle teams and square dancing under the capable There were no tears and no more curls for Bobby Schlick after his first haircut last week. Mama Schlick was sad to see the curly tresses shed but Bobby didn't even shed a tear. Now he's a real man. The Schlicks enjoyed their Thanksgiving dinner with relatives in Lindenhurst and Mrs. Schlick took along some of her famous homemade cookies. The Bentzes enjoyed their turkey at home but Myrtle did little of the cooking since« her sister brought most of the turkey and all the trimmings so Myrtle .could take it a little easy since her new offspring is expected to make his appearance most any day now. Andy Anderson was very glad to be home from the army for the holiday and dinner last Week. He is off for Rhode Island now. Barbara Schlick caught up on some of her gallavanting recently when she spent the day in Chicago. She saw two movies, went leadership ^ of Don JBentz, Judy | sight seeing and went', out with an Jensen and, Dolores Formella, re-1 old friend and herself spectively. Activities to be started | very much, in the future are archery, ballenjoyed The Girl Scouts have been discussing what their project will be for Christmas and working for their badges. They enjoyed singing some Christmas songs at last week's meeting to get in the spirit. The Girl Scouts will hold evening meetings in. the future instead of the afternodn sessions they have been having. TUey will meet in Vi Johnsons basement starting next Tuesday between 7 and 9 p.m. Boy Scouts The Boy Scouts have been busy selling their first aid kits to residents of the subdivision. The boys did a great job the first two days and wish to thank all the members who cooperated so well. This will help add to their treasury and get much equipment that they «need badly. The boys missed leader Joe Murray at last week's meeting and were sorry to hear he was in bed with the flu. His assistant. Don Dobecki, carried on with the help of Mr. Brill. room dancing, and judo, assisted by Mr. Mason and Mr. Butterbrodt. The club plans to present a play during midwinter. A tenta- A tive cast has been selected and practice has been held at the Merley home under the direction of Mr. Bales and Mrs. Merley. •=• A rifle team has been organized and arrangements were made by Mr. Bales for the members to train at the Army Reserve armory^ in McHenry. The club is preparing for caroling at Christmas under the di- ^ rection of Mr. Zetterberg, known ™ to be one of the best choir and choral leaders in the area. The teenagers havfc efected two newspaper correspondents who are Erna Rockel and Kirk Merley. The teen club sponsored a square dance which was held Friday night at the Community center. It was a great success due to the good turnout of adults and through the fine calling of Arthur Peterson who donated his services to the club. The main objective of the club is the setting up of a plan of approved activities and to improve recreational facilities for the 'teenagers of th£ community. However, this requires the support of the adults !H the community for even though the club ^ is primarily designed, for the benefit of the teenagers, it is an asset tof? the reputation and environment of all. Our sympathy to Sherri Janquart and Randy Jackson who had a visit from Mr. Mumps just in time for Thanksgiving. They didn't feel too sick but they weren't able to chew that turkey too well. The Sunday Social - day was a huge success on Nov. 24. Everyone had a good time at the games and many went home with prizes and a bird for their Thanksgiving table. The whole day was planned by Floyd Johnson and those in charge were Lee Conway and Hazel Morley. Brownies THOSE busy Brownies have been making plans for their Christmas projects and they are also practicing singing carols. They plan to go around to the homes and carol for the Christmas season. The girls enjoyed an informal celebration at a recent meeting with a cake in honor of Linda Dobecki's birthday which happened to fall on Brownie day. Leaders, Lee Conway, Shirl Montalbano and Jan Janquart have a hard time keeping up with the eager Brownies. Soft Scouts ' Christmas trees will be on sale djoon in the vicinity Of the community center. This sile is being conducted by members of the sea scouts and should prove a convenient way for us all to pick out our trees and still help the sea scouts while we help ourselves. and their parents and was teaming witn busy activity from early The PTA Fun Fair was a big success and if you were one of thdnany iucky ones that attended you know that it was really a fun fair. The basement of the Johnsburg school was packed with noisy, happy children h afternoon to late evening. Dart throwing, ring toss, bean bags and many other games were enjoyed by small fry of all ages, and. there were many longing little eyes viewing the pet shop which held five puppies and three kittens.' Practically everyone caught a balloon from the funnyclown and Mr. Pick-my-Pocket was a favorite with all the children. When the youngsters wearied from their play they would tiptoe upstairs' to watch the movies for a while or have some refreshments. Councllmen There was a meeting for councilmen last Wednesday at the FlstakW Patter The Paulys were very pleased with their first grandson who was born last week. Thomas Kevin Pauly was greeted by his proud grandparents. The Taylors had company for Thanksgiving dinner and held a double celebration in honor of Gary's eighteenth birthday. Congratulations, Gary. The Spankuchs dashed to Chicago to enjoy their Thanksgiving dinner with their family. for better homes for lowest prices SEE us ROBERT HAY CONSTRUCTION Co. , F.H.A. & V-A. 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O last cornhome of Loraine fturckes. The ifor the- social day Sunday at the center and problems and plaints of the councilmen discussed. Remember your cilmen are here, to help keep you informed and to do you a service. Let's all cooperate and help them in any way possible. It was also decided to aim' for 100 percent membership in the association and the officers will try to call on and discuss their complaints with those people who are not members. Do Your Friends call you chubby or are you onr of those people that are always just a few pounds heavier than you would like to be? Whichever the case if you would like to shed a few extra pounds fOr the holi- Twenty-three s day season a few of the girls are forming a TOPS here in the Highlands. Incidentally, TOPS means Take Off pounds. The first * meetirig will be at Murifel Peterson's at p.m. on Dec. "2 so anyone in' ed in getting some help and couragement in losing make sure you attend. There will be much discussion and black coffee and tea will be served (no cake naturally). Notice For those people who wo' like Hasenpfeffer or fried rab' here's your chance to get » All you have to do is call 587-J-l between the hours of 4 and *1 p.m. with free delivery for tire first ten that call. |§ ,'-15 Here In The Highlands ;| Most of the small fry have hafl the mumps by now but it was no laughing matter for Bunny Thelert when she got them' recently. The doctor ordered her to bed for ten days and it seemed like a mighty | long ten days for someone used. to the routine of taking care of, four small children. She was. happy to have her mom come itr and take over the children but she says it will be a long time before she wishes she could spend the day in bed again like she used to. All the local females have been enjoying the trend of getting together at demonstrations lately. Terry Pfingston entertained soipe of her friends and neighbors last Wednes^py morning with a demonstration and Wanda - Dobecki had a demonstration on Thursday evening for a bunch of gals. Our/wishes for a speedy recovery go to Clay Holmes who recently had an ear operation. We hope he is up and at them again soon. Hazel Morley has been enjoy- •ng the visit with her sister from Washington. She has been pretty busy attending meetings and such lately and hasn't really visited as much as she would have liked. Down Father Daleidan of St. Peter's in Spring Grove recently called on Lou Tomao to wish him good health and a speedy recovery from his recent operation. Betty Warczak entertained her pinochle club Wednesday evening and a good time was had by all. After cards they enjoyed a buffet lunch. Hazel Morely also entertained her card party at her home recently. Cake and coffee and conversation were Served in abund- The Adam Rchezula family are expecting their son Gordon home any day on leave from his training in the army. The family is eagerly awaiting his first leave and have made many plans for his furlough. Mr. Brill is still limping after his accident on Rt. 12 in which his auto was badly damaged and he suffered ankle injuries. • Jim Malek has his aunt from Brookfield with them for a couple of weeks. Jane enjoys her company and always hates to see her leave. The Madocks house has been painted a very pretty charcoal grayto little Kip Novotny who chalked up his first year today on Thanksgiving day. They celebrated both events with a family party and turkey dinner, taking care of two birds with one dinner sov; to speak. Stork Call Our congratulations to Gisela Heilgeist who gave birth to a son on Sunday Nov. 17. The name of the new little arrival was fiot DR. HENRY FREUND OPTOMETRIST At 136 S. 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