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Thuraday, November 29.- lffi THE McHENRY PLAlNDtALER UNIT 491 by Mary Einspar There were t hirty-s e v e n members present at the November meeting of the American Legion auxiliary, President Dorothy Weichmann presiding. Reports on the county meeting and 11th district convention were given. It was announced at the convention that the - Dominican Republic is our Pan American study project this year. Doll dressing and scrapbook contests will be held again this year. , \ In the absence of rehabilitation chairman, Peggy Garrelts, the report on our recent Downey hospital party war given by Lydia Fenner. Music was provided by Linda Amapn, Delia Freund, Marie Howe, Joan Kruetz, Peggy Garrelts #and Bill Brogan distributed the treats and visited with the veterans. Americanism Chairman Eleanore Reid presented nine classroom flags to Robert Putman, principal of Landmark school. At the close of* our membership drive, Chairman Lillian Miller stated a total of 338 members are paid. This is still M forty short of our quota. If you haven't paid your dues yet ol if you wish to join, please do so as soon as possible. Peggy Garrelts' team won and Pearl Cooper signed the most new members. Congratulations to all those who worked so diligently on this, our most important project. We must have members to carry on our work. ^ The junior auxiliary brought w toys to their last meeting for the Christmas baskets. They made 140 tray favors which will be distributed at DoWne.v hospital. Due to the resignation of Joy Landre, a junior chairman is needed. If any of our members would like to work with our young girls, please call Dorothy Weichmann. a "God Bless America" was sung, accompanied by music chairman Katherine Frazier. Refreshments were served by Ruth MraChek and her committee. Please make a note of the following: Marie Howe needs cupcakes for the Elgin hospital party Dec. 12. Please call her if you can help, 385-2210. ^ Volunteers are also needed to ™ go along and visit with the patients. Our Dec. 17 meeting will be a pot-luck supper at 6:30 p.m. and our Christmas party. Canned goods for the Christmas baskets, gifts for the veterans at Downey and a grab bag gift should be brought to this meeting. - UNDER 21 A column for teen-agers By Dan Halligan <3 New Wheat Growers Must Report Acreages Farmers who grow wheat for the first time in 1963 should notify the county ASCS office as soon as seeding is finished, Mr. Austin, office manager in McHenry county, has announced. The change in the wheat program this year « permits any producer to grow as much as fifteen acres witho u t p e n a l t y ; h o w e v e r , t h e acreage must be determined before a marketing card can be issued. Since penalties apply if a farm without an allotment grows more than fifteen acres, it is necessary for both farmer and the county office to have a record of the wheat produced on the farm. A 1963 wheat marketing card will be required before the crop can be marketed. Mr. Austin urges new wheat growers to report their acreages this fall and avoid delays which might result next summer. If there are questions about the 1963 wheat program, farmers should contact the county ASCS office. BENEFIT SALE The School Sisters of Saint Francis of Rockford Province will conduct a benefit sale at Madonna high school, 157 N. Root street, Aurora, Nov. 30 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The bakery will open at 7:30 a.m. on Dec. 1. Home-made %l bakery, surprise boxes, and many articles of value may be obtained. Entertainment will be offered. CONTE Custom Tailor Fftie Chicago Custom Tailor Now Living in McHenry Ready to Accommodate You in ALL TYPES OF TAILORING Lftdies' & Gentlemen's Clothes By Appointment Call 385-3718 PHILIP CONTE 1003 S. Osage Dr. Oakhurst Subdivision* m McHenry, Illinois DEAR DAN: You know how girl friends sometimes wear each other's clothes? Well, my best friend and I sometimes exchange clothing when we double-date and I'm not very keen about the idea. My things are always brought back wrinkled and I always wash and iron anything I borrow from her. Should I just tell her how I feel or make up some sort of excuse so she won't get mad? -- Helen G. DEAR HELEN: You don't have to hurt the girl's feel* Ings. Simply tell her you don't want to swap clothing anymore and if slit* puts up an argument, tell her that's also the decision of your mother. End of argument. DEAR DAN: Last Saturday night I had a party at my house with fifteen kids attending. My parents were out of town but expected to be home at least two hours before the party started so that they could help. As it turned out, they had a slight auto accident and the car couldn't get worked on until the next morning. I didn't know any of this until after the kids had started arriving. To make a long story short, I went ahead and had the party and we had good clean fun. We didn't do one thing out of line and when my folks came home, the house was so neat. Mom even asked me if 1 had cancelled the party. She $nd Dad didn't mind my going ahead but a couple of our neighbors are doing a lot of talking. They knew rqy parents were out of town and they say things probably went on that wouldn't have taken place if Mom and Dad had been home. Do you think I did wrong in having the party? We're all kids of 16. -- K. H. DEAR K. H.: Of course, you didn't do^-wrong but you didn't use good judgment. You should have/ask^ the parents of one of your friends to fill in for your parents but as long as nothing out of the way took place, don't lose sleep over this. Someone should tell your gossiping neighbors they'd better change the subject or your father will do something they may regret. DEAR DAN: Is it all right to bring a girl you're dating for the first time a box of candy? Would this make a good impression on her? <-- Jay. DEAR JAY: The candy would nfike an impression on her and her parents but it isn't necessary and it could turn into an expensive habit. You're a teen-ager and aren't expected to come up with such presents at this time. The best think you can do to make an impression on the girl and her parents is to be on time, be neat, be a gentleman on the date and get the girl home when she's supposed to be home. If you qualify on these four points, you'll never need candy or flowers. (Well, hardly ever!) DEAR DAN: Is it all right for a girl of 14 to ask a boy of 13 to attend her birthday party? This boy is very cute and acts much older than 13. -- Anxious. DEAR ANXIOUS: It's all right if your mother says it's all right. DEAR DAN: Are earrings all right for a girl of 12? -- Nan. DEAR NAN: I wouldn't say so. Maybe I don't like earrings. A Christmas Special, Homemade Cake Figs, raisins, and chopped nuts, popular sweets of the Christmas season, are used in the filling of this Holiday Layer Cake.. The decorative trees are made with green decorating sugar by using a cookie cutter or cut-out stencil as a guide. Holiday Layer Cake 8 cups sifted cake flour teaspooil *Tnnwifl extract 8 teaspoons double-acting 4 eggs baking powder 1 cup milk % teaspoon salt 6 dried figs, chopped . 1 cup Dutter or margaifDO Vi cup seedless raisins 2 cups sugar H cup chopped nuts ,1 teaspoon vanilla Seven Minute Frosting Measure sifted flour, add laMng powder and salt, and sift together. Cream butter until very soft. Add sugar 2 tablespoons at a time, creaming after each addition until light and fluffy. (This should take 10 minutes on an electric mixer or longer if creamed by hand.) Stir in flavorings. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Alternately add flour and milk, beating until smooth after each addition. Evenly divide batter between three d-indi layer pans which have been lined on the bottoms with paper. Bake in moderate oven (350°F.) 30 to 35 minutes, or until cake tester inserted into centers comes out clean. (If only 2 layer pans are available, " b of the batter may be held while the first two layers are baking.) While cake cools, cover figs and raisins with boiling water. Let _tand .about 30 minutes. Drain and -cool. Stir in nuts. Seven Minute Frosting. Add about 1 cup to the fruit-nut stand about Prepare mixture. Spread between layers of cake. Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake. FREUND'S DAIRY, Inc. Complete Line of Dairy Products I-- FREE DELIVERY -- Locally Owned and Operated Phone EV. 5-0195 or EV. 5-0232 Regular c h e c k - u p s and maintenance by our experts, means lower car costs for you. Call us today and find out for yourself. Brake Service All Mechanical Repairs Complete Motor Overhauling Twice Told Tales FIFTY YEARS AGO Taken from the Files of Nov. 21, 1912 Another one of these enjoyable dances will take place at the Riverside House next Saturday evening, Nov. 23. As a special inducement to out of town people, the genial manager of the Riverside has extended a flat rate of $2 for this occasion which will entitle one to supper at the hotel on Saturday night, dancing, lunch, lodging and breakfast or dinner. Dance tickets, including lunch, 75 cents. That the members of the Methodist church of this place are displaying an activity that has not been manifested in some years, is shown by the fact that the church edifice is now being wired for electric lights. A basket social for the tonefit of the Ringwood school will take place at the Woodman hall in Ringwood on Wednesday evening of next week, Nov. 27. A cordial invitation is extended to all and a fine time is assured by Agnes Carey and Walter Winn, teachers. A wedding of a simple nature and witnessed by only members of the immediate families took place at St. Mary's church at 2 o'clock on W e d n e s d a y a f t e r n o o n , w h e n Miss Clara Justen, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Justen, became the bride of Mr. Henry Heimer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Math Heimer, the Rev. Fr. Royer officiating. From items of twenty-five years ago comes the news that winter started in last Saturday with a blizzard. Eight or ten inches of snow fell and was piled in all conceivable shapes, in the streets and on the sidewalks, much to the discomfiture of pedestrians. The mail train due here at 7 in the evening did not reach here until half past three Sunday morning. FORTY YEARS AGO Taken from the Files of Nov. 28, 1922 Ralph Ritter, young«!Sr\sort of Mr. and Mrs. H. L,. Ritter of this city, aged 18, passed away at West Side hospital, Chicago, Friday, as the result of injuries sustained in an auto accident on Paine's hill Nov. 12. George Engeln, better known to McHenry people as "Sox," who has made California his home the past two vears. in a letter to relatives here, states that he has taken a furlough from the Soldiers' home and is now engaged in raising chickens and rabbits. A number of McHenry people have joined the radio fans. Among those who have installed sets are Dr. N. J. Nye, Rev. M. J. McEvoy, C. W. Stenger, W. L. Howell, John F. Miller, Carl Weber, Thomas McCabe, Cloice Wagner, Joe Buch and William Kennebeck. Prompt assistance from the mother and a neighbor, John R. Smith, who was working nearby, probably saved the life of Earl, three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Royal Raven, when the little fellow got into the match box and set his j clothing on fire. Joseph, ten-year-old son o! Mr. and Mrs. Math 'Glosson, has more than his share of bad luck. About a year ago he had Tfcra a serious operation in a Chicago hospital and last Friday while playing on St. Mary's school ground he fell and fractured his shoulder. From Ostend comes news that Dick Rossman barely escaped losing his life Monday while driving down the Durkee road at Rossman speed the car bee a m e unmanageable throwing Dick into the ditch. He crawled out unbroken but the Lizzie will limp. A wedding of especial interest to a number of our young people took place at St. Mary's church Wednesday morning, when Miss Theresa Schaefer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Schaefer, became the bride of James Halpin of Chicago, telegraph operator at <the McHenry depot. TWENTY-FIVE YEAR 8 AGO Taken from the Files of Nov. 25, 1987 The federal government last Thursday acquired a 150-acrd farm in McHenry county but as yet cannot decide what to do with it. The farm, located just off the old Woodstock- Huntley road, was the scene ot a raid on April 1, which resulted in the confiscation of a huge alcohol still. The still was one of the largest uncovered in these parts and had a capacity of 2,000 gallons per day. The government filed a libel action against the property and placed federal agents on guard. McHenry received its first touch of winter last week when a white mantle of snow covered the countryside Thursday in the first real snowfall of the season. The snow was followed by temperatures as low as 10 degrees above zero. Sidewalks and pavements were somewhat slippery and rivers and ponds were frozen over and local young people were polishing their skates in anticipation of this winter sport. The Emerald Bridge club met with Mrs. Albert Purvey Tuesday afternoon, with bridge awards going to Mrs. Albert Pouse, Mrs. Vincent Martin and Mrs. E. R. Sutton. Mrs. N. J. Nye, who expects to leave for Florida soon, was presented with a gift. Mr. and Mrs. David Walkington entertained employees of the Carey Electric shop at their home Tuesday evening, honoring Miss Alvera Weingart and Eugene Nye, whose marriage took place Saturday. The first of the school plays of the year took place Friday evening, when members of the Junior class of the McHenry Community high school presented "Three Days of Gracie". Mitzi, a sophiscated little Pekinese loaned for the occasion by her mistress, Miss Rita Martin, almost stole the show when she put on an act on her [ Own. When left on the daven- I How Can I ? by Anne Ashley (Persons who wish to have help with specific problems may write to Anne Ashley In care of W. L. Gordon Features, 9th floor, Resor building, 37 W. Seventh street, Cincinnati 2, Ohio, sending along a stamped self-addressed envelope.) . Q. How can I remove perspiration stains from clothing? A. If washable, 1 a n ft d e r with soap and Water and place in the sun to dry. If a delicate material, sponge with distilled water. For fresh stains, apply cornstarch on the wronft side and brush this off when dry. In the case of washabln fabrics, sponging the stains with dllutftK^inegar will help remove them. Then wash. Q. How can I repair the cracked handle of a hammer? A. Wrap some friction tape around the handle and then, to prevent It from unraveling and fraying, coat it with shellac, varnish, or a waterproofing compound. Even hou s e h o I d glue will do. Q. How can I make a nice, glossy starch? A. Try adding a few drops of glycerin to your starch, and see If this doesn't add a fine gloss to your linens. Q. How can I clean leather port on the stage by herself she sat up and yawned then curled up and went to sleep, much to the an^jsement of the audience. and nylon upholstery In my car? A. Whip up a sohltidn of detergent and ammonia, and using Just the Rods and a clean eloth or brush, go over the upholstery with this. Then wipe over the cleaned areas with another cloth rinsed out in clear water. This s a very effective cleanser. Q. How cah I make easier the ticklish job of removing a small splinter from my skin? A. Touch with iodine the Spot where the splinter entered your skin. The wood will absorb the iodine and turn dark, and this will make it much easier to locajjte for your probing tweezers. Q. How can I provide a firm, non-slip grip when opening fruit jars with stuck or slippery screw-caps? , A. By wrapping a rubber band tightly around the cap once or twice, you should have a firm enough grip to twist the lid off. Q. Is there anything I can do about some old candlesticks, or other silver-plated objects, which have become too badly worn for further polishing? A. You can give these a new appearance by painting with refrigerator enamel. The resultant hard, bright gloss looks much like porcelain finish, and is very easy to keep clean. Q. Hoy; can I.make a good varnish for linoleum? A. One method is merely to melt a small amount of glue in a pint of water. See that the linoleum is clean and dry before applying. Apply with a paintbrush at night and the surface will be dry- by morning. Q. How can t prevent>sausages from losing their shape when frying? A. Place the sausages in a pan of cold water and bring to a boil before frying. Q. How can I preserve and protect tennis racket and badminton racket strings, when storing these items away for sometime? A. By coating the string^ with some clear petroleum jelly. g, . . . HERE AND THESE IN BUSINESS ATTENDS RINK EXHIBITION Mrs. Aldona Cepulis of the Just For Fun roller rink left Thanksgiving evening to represent the rink at the skating exhibition In Miarftf, Fla. She was accompanied by Rose Grazianna, skating instructor in Wheaton. ATTEND CONVENTION Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Freund recently attended a Nimrod camping trailer dealer's convention at Cincinnati, Ohio, sponsored by the Ward Mfg. Co., of Ohio. At this time the 1963 models were unveiled. Most gals find it impossible to be brief about anything -- except bathing suits. Any woman who puts candles on her birthday cake is playing with fire. OPENS CLOGGED SEWERS wBfiouf digging ROOT DESTROYER dissolves Roofs, Paper Ofio«% Sludge oasHy. RUCK'S HARDWARE | Christmas advice to the ladies practfcaily mil men prefer gifts by VAN H EUSEN' Here's the perfect solution to aB your male holiday gift problems. Come in and take your pick from Gifts by Van Heusen. As every man on your list knows, Van Heusen dresswear, sportswear and accessories are styled right, accented for comfort and easy to care for. We have a wide selection of wonderful gift ideas by "the makers of the world's smartest men's wear.' You're sure to find just the right gifts among our well-fashioned Van Heusen collection. 5"TORE for MEN BUTCH'S Auto Service "24-HOUR TOWING SERVICE lOOt fT. Front St. EV 5-0811 McHenry, DL 1245 N. Green St. „ McHenry Phone 385-0047 Open Daily 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. to 9 pjn. Sunday 9 ajli. 'til 12 noon USE THE FREE GREEN STREET PARKING AREA Pint of Borden's Elsie Ice Cream -- With Purchase of One Pint at Only 33c -- Mix the Flavors -- (Limit -- 3 Free Pints Per Customer) CHARLIE WEAVER BARTENDER "He enjoys His Drinks" Reg. Batteries $4.98 w Included HAPPY TIMES BOOZE JU&S Firewater Snake-Bite Wildcat $• 4Q Medicine Juice A Mountain Dew BLEND (Reg:. $3.98) Hannah & Hogg . $3.39 (Re*. $4.98) Wee Burn Scotch. $3j99 STRAIGHT or BLEND (Reg. $3.98) Hill & Hill . . . $3.49 BOXES OF CHRISTMAS CARDS Beg. A $100 $1.00 »a... NOW Mk for I 100 Extra Plaid Stamps with every Old Spice Set By Shulton 50 Extra Plaid Stamps With Every Cosmetic Purchase of $2 or more NOW TIL XMAS Chocolate Covered M Ml£ CHERRIES (Reg. 59c) / COMPARE THESE PRICES \ £ ANYWHERE! \ TLjw Multiple Christmas |R/ Lighting Sets Lite -- Indoor (Reg. $1.19) 99* W 15 Lite -- Indoor (Reg. $2.98 $| QQ || i 25 Lite -- Indoor -- Reg. $4.49) QQ JI % 15 Lite -- Outdoor (Reg. $3.98 99 Jf 25 Lite -- Outdoor (Reg. $6.49) $£ |g U. L. Registered / GLYCERIN & ROSE - 8 OB. Reg. 69c WATER . . . . 39* CEPACOL - Pt. Reg. 97c MOUTH WASH . . 66* HYDROGEN - Pt. Reg. 4Sc PEROXIDE . . .29* 25 TABLETS Reg. 89c ALKASELTZER . .44* 100 VITAMIN C - 500 mg. Reg. $8.29 TABLETS . . .$2.19 98c MICRIN MOUTH WASH... 77* Remember to Register during December for Nye's CHRISTMAS SILVER SERVICE DRAWING 1325 North {Riverside Drive NYE DRUGS McHenry, Illinois