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cmnoancutf oak Patrick AlCflEI H|A|R|P|W|A|B[t Area Members Attend Regional Conference Of PWP "The Awakening" was the theme of the regional con­ ference conducted by the Midwest Regional council of Parents Without Partners at Pheasant Run, St. Charles, May 19. The conference was hosted by Elgin Chapter 324. The conference included workshops on membership conducted by International Membership Director Marti Hankins; publicity conducted by International Vice- President and Public In­ formation Director Kathryn Hare, Amigos and activities. The afternoon session on "Awakening Into a New Life As A single Parent" was con­ ducted by Father Anthony Becker. An awards luncheon and an evening of planned social ac­ tivities were included in the agenda for the day. Awards to individuals for outstanding service to their local chapters were presented during lunch by chapter presidents. Attending from this area representing Crystal Lake Chapter 189 were Linda Derby and Virginia Young, McHenry, Parents Without Partners is an international, educational, non-profit, non-sectarian organization headquartered in Washington D.C. Its 76,000 members comprise a self-help group working on the challenges of being a single parent. Tips For The Homemaker Patchwork, like the quilts that grandmother used, can add color and design any place in the home - as table linens, cushions, and wall decorations. Usable sections of old quilts are now being recycled as pillows covers and placemats. Interior designers suggest that you use patchwork to accent plain furnishings. A colorful cushion, for instance, can spotlight a subdued sofa or chair. Patchwork placemats under plain dinnerware become a conversation piece while adding color and design. When designing a patchwork PATRICIA R. STROM ENGAGED - The engagement of Patricia R. Strom of 7111 Six­ teenth avenue, Kenosha, Wis., to Patrick B. Richards Of 1444 E. Wimpole, Mundelein, was aflhounced recently. Patricia is the daughter of Paul E. Strom of Kenosha and the late Grace L. Strom. Richard's parents are Mr. and Mrs. T.E. Richards of 816 Regner road, McHenry. A Sept. 22 wedding is being planned by the young couple. Following the wedding, they will make their home in Anaheim, Calif. wall hanging, don't limit your patches to the usual square shape. In addition to using a variety of shapes, accent the patches with decorative stit­ ches that you can make with the zig-zag sewing machine. LOSE WEIGHT THIS WEEK The Odrinex Plan can help you become the slim trim person that you would like to be. Odrinex has been used successfully by thousands all over the country for 14 years. Get rid of excess fat and live longer. Odrinex is a tiny tablet and easily swallowed.Contains no dangerous drugs. No starving. No special exercises. Odrinex Plan costs $3.25 and the large economy size $5.25. You must lose ugly fat or your money will be refunded. No questions asked. Accept no substitutes. Sold with this guarantee bv: _ MAY'S DRUG STORE. QWtenry SPLlJeaLr\ Established 1875 3812 West Elm Street Phone 385-0170 McHenry, Illinois 60050 Published Every Wednesday & Friday at McHenry, Illinois Second Class Postage Paid at McHenry, Illinois By McHENRY PUBLISHING COMPANY Larry E. Lund -• Publisher Adele Froehlich - Editor NATIONAL NEWSPAPER mOCUTION fMilH 1IM fr»«...(=! HNA SUSTAINING m MEMBER -1973 SUBSCRIPTION RATES 1 Year $7.50 1 Year.. $9.00 In McHenry and Lake Outside McHenry and County „ ' Lake County PAGE 2-PLAINDEALER-WEDNESDAY, MAY 30. 1973 Karen White Schedule Alcoholism Married In St• • t »xjr Seminar In McHenry Karen Lee White, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy White of 807 N. River road, McHenry, became the bride of Kenneth K. Schlottman, son of Mr. and Mrs* Charles Schlottman of 5215 Lear street, Wonder Lake, Saturday, May 26. They repeated their nuptial vows before the Rev. Edmund P. Petit at a 3 o'clock afternoon Mass in' St. Patrick Catholic church. James Stilling, Jr., of Chicago, a cousin Of the bride, served as commentator and Alan White of Battle Creek, Mich., brother of the bride, was lector for the services. The pretty bride chose a white organza, empire gown featuring a scoop neckline, with a wide circular collar of Venetian lace, an A-line skirt trimmed with matching lace and an attached ice blue mist panelled train and sash bordred with Venetian lace. Her cathedral length, silk illusion and blusher veils were attached to a circlet of silk flower petals enhanced with pearls. She carried a bouquet of white roses, blue elegance and baby's breath which surrounded a white orchid. Attending the bride as maid of honor was Miss Jane Getner of McHenry. Other attendants were Mrs. Bonnie Schnulle, Miss Kari Rowe, Miss Bonnie Buss and Mrs. Janice Schlott­ man, all of McHenry. Doreen White of Woodstock and Amber White of Battle Creek, Mich., nieces of the bride and Tracy Schlottman of McHenry, the groom's niece, served as flower girls. The maid of honor and bridesmaids wore poudre blue crepe gowns fashioned with ruffled scooped necklines and short puffed sleeves. Their skirts fell in soft gathers enhanced with a looped belt in the back. Large white braided hats with blue ribbons laced through the brims, trailing into streamers, completed their ensembles. Each carried a bouquet of blue and pink elegance, yellow and white daisies and baby's breath. The flower girls wore flowered, puckered cotton, floor length dresses featuring an empire waist, stand-up collar and short, puffy sleeves. Each wore a white ribbon in her hair and carried a basket of mixed flowers. Bob Rumelin of Richmond served as best man. Groom­ smen were Wally Suman, Guy Hansen and Doug Ferris, all of McHenry, and Ron White, brother of the bride. The groom's nephew, Paul Schlottman of McHenry, was ring bearer. Handling ushering duties were George Colborn, Warren Heir and Wayne Heir. The bride's mother chose a pink chiffon, floor length gown with a white lace bodice, white accessories and a lavender orchid corsage. The bridegroom's mother chose a blue green chiffon, floor length gown ^ith white ac­ cessories and a \^hite orchid corsage. - Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the VFW hall, Woodstock, for 200 friends and relatives. The couple will reside at 5215 Lear street, Wonder Lake, until their new home is completed. They plan to take an extended trip at a later date. The bride is a 1971 graduate of M.C.H.S. and is employed at Kemper Insurance, Long Grove. Her bridegroom graduated from M.C.H.S. in 1970 and is a cement finisher for C&E Concrete. Prior to the wedding, the bride was honored at two pre- nuptial showers. Miss Jane Getner and Miss Kari Rowe hosted a miscellaneous shower in McHenry. A kitchen shower was given in Buffalo Grove, hosted by Mrs. Carolyn Collins and Miss Maren Jensen. SUMMER«DAY«CAMP FOR CHILDREN OF WORKING MOTHERS OR JUST FOR FUN Hiking - Crafts - Field Trips - Recreation - First Thru Fifth Graders BEGINNING JUNE 11th In Co-operation With The BAPTIST NURSERY SCHOOL 509 N. Front St. McHenry, III, 385-0083 "The Family ,. and Alcoholism" will be the final seminar in a series sponsored by the Family Service and Mental Health Clinic for McHenry County. With' alcoholism becoming the /lumber one health and drug problem in the United States, this seminar is a must for concerned families and citizens in McHenry county. The seminar, which is free to all individuals and families, will be held Wednesday, May 30, from 8 to 10 p.m. in the reception room of the Family Service and Mental Health clinic. If space warrants because of a large response, the seminar will be moved across the street to the cafeteria of the East campus of McHenry high school. The seminar will present a panel of experts with their point of view on alcoholism and the effect on the modern family. The following professions and topics are as follows: Medicine - Robert Stein, M.D., director of Pathology of the McHenry Medical Group, will present the view of symp­ toms and medical treatment of alcoholism. Rehabilitation and Social W o r k -- J o h n R e e s e , rehabilitation counselor, and Ted Graves, M.S.W., both of the Family Service and Mental Health clinic, will present the clinical tratment of the alcoholic. Education and Social, Psychology--Robert J. Prince, chairman of* the Education committee of the board of directors of the 'clinic, will discuss the societal and family crisis relating to alcoholism. Law Enforcement--Lt. Matt Schalz, with the cooperation of Arthur Tyrrell, Sheriff of McHenry county, will discuss alcoholism and the law. Attorney--Mario Perez, Woodstock, vice-president of the board of directors of the clinic, will present the legal aspects relative to the family, alcoholism and ultimately divorce. Robert J. Prince will serve as moderator for the panel. Following the panel members' viewpoints, participants will then proceed to a question and answer period. This free seminar will not require reservations. The clinic is located at 3514 W. Waukegan road in McHenry. Refresh­ ments will be served. For additional information, brochures are available at most doctors offices or contact the clinic at 385-6400. Homemakers Seat New Officers At May Meeting The Homemakers Extension associations lesson, "New Finishes on Fabrics," was presented by local leader, Ida Mae Adams, to fourteen members and one guest at the May meeting of Home and Hearth unit at Parkland school, McHenry. Encouraging members to join in the discussion regarding their concerns when purchasing and caring for fabrics and gar­ ments, Mrs. Adams explained chemical and mechanical finishes of fabrics for such desired characteristics as appearance, durability, washability, water repellency and resistance to fire. Hostesses for the evening were Pat Muskovin and Julie Pieroni. Installed as officers for 1973- 74 were Kathie Anderson, president; Julie Pieroni, first vice-president; Jean Schiller, 4-H chairman; Terry Toussaint, Voluntary Action chairman; and Melvina Knackstedt, Public In­ formation chairman. Con­ tinuing in office are Cindy Harris, second vice-president; Carolyn Toussaint, secretary; Almyra Toussaint, treasurer; and Sandra Black, Special Activities chairman. These officers will be at­ tending training sessions along with other unit officers through the McHenry County Homemakers Extension association, the only existing professional organization for homemakers. Membership is open to every woman. Anyone is welcome as a guest at any of the local unit meetings. For further information, call 459- 6257. BETROTHAL TOLD - Mr. and Mrs. John Getner of 3010 W. Maryville drive, McHenry, announce the engagement of their daughter, Jane, to Terry Knutson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Larry Knutson, Sr., of Woodstock. A Sept. 8 wedding has been set. Home Freezing Program To Be Offered Public Even with a wet planting season food preparation en­ thusiasts look forward ^to canning and-or freezing the "more than we can use right now" fruits and vegetables. Pat Sullivan, University of Illinois Home Economics Extension adviser, has an­ nounced an Home Freezing Facts program Friday, June 8, at 10 a.m. It will be held at the Farm Bureau building, Rt. 47 and McConnell road in Woodstock. The "whys" of proper freezing techniques will be discussed. Included in the program will be the benefits of home freezing, freezing materials, fruits and vegetable preparation and freezing prepared foods. Mrs. Helen Heider, Woodstock, and Mrs. Erma Winn, Richmond, will add to the program by demonstrating preparation methods. The public is invited to at­ tend. MOTHERS! ENROLL NOW Have Peace of Mind this Summed 'While You Are Working. DAY CAMP For Girls Age 6,-1/2 Thru 11 Swimming - Crafts - Indoor and Outdoor Play June 11 Thru July 27 7:30 A.M. to 5 P.M. $18.00 Per Week FANTASY FARM New officers of Pi Alpha chapter of Beta Sigma Phi were installed in office last week. Seated are Mrs. Leonard Siatta, vice-president, and Mrs. Craig Stackhouse, president; standing, from left, Mrs. Frank Colomer, treasurer; Mrs. Harry Powers, recording secretary; and Mrs. Patrick Johnson, extension officer. Mrs. Frank Mazzone, corresponding secretary, was absent when picture w«is taken STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD New Officers Of Pi Alpha Are Installed Pi Alpha chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met last week at the home of Mrs. Dale Sprouse. New officers assumed duties at that time. Since this was the last regular meeting until Sep­ tember, members completed old business. Plans were made to present checks to the McHenry and Johnsburg Rescue squads. The money represents proceeds from the April 14 bazaar. Following ^the meeting, a social hour was enjoyed. Members attending in ad­ dition to those mentioned were Mrs. William Boyle, Mrs. Garry DeVries, Mrs. jQhn Ernst, Mrs. William Haddick and Mrs. Daniel Russell. See our exciting new line of wedding invitations and wedding accessories 81 DeWane Studio s 22j u Benton 338-1880 Woodstock Eft. 1946 We include t radi t ional photos , plus fantasy Wedding effects in our Wedding coverage. All of us a t DeWane's Studio are dedicated to provide you with the f inest photographic wedding invi ta t ions and wedding accessories BPW Club Installs Officers New officers were installed at the May meeting of the McHenry Business and Professional Women's club which was held at the Pistakee Country club. Clara Johnson of the Crystal Lake B.P.W. and past District 6 chairman, presided at the installation of the officers and fifteen new members. New members joining the club were Dorothy Adams, Carolyn Bauer, Etta Clark, Verna Donovan, « Bertha English, Ilaverne Gregory, Margaret Haug, Margaret Hendee, Dorothy Hettermann, Elizabeth Joza, Marie Niesen, June Norin, Helene Pepping, Frances Traznik and Louise Wahl. Entertainment was provided by "Daddy's Girls", a bar­ bershop quartet consisting of Lynn Tomlinsoh, Pam Messel, Pam Ryden and Nancy Blake. Wedding Memories Preserved Forever These girls are all students at McHenry high school and members of the Sweet Adelines. President Libby Podpora conducted the business meeting at which plans for a float in the Fiesta Day parade were discussed. McHenry B.P.W. members have volunteered to collect for the Salvation Army tag day June 8 for the second year and Maryrita Stilling has again accepted the chair­ manship. At the June meeting, the two young women who are the winners of the B.P.W. scholarships will be the guests of honor. The recipients of the scholarships will be announced at the McHenry Community high school. 3729 West Elm Street- • McHenry, Illinois 60050 Newly installed officers of the Business & Professional Women's club to serve in 1973-74 are shown above. 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