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Scouts Celebrate 64th f Birthday In February Veteran's Outreach program workers include, from left, Kenneth "Gus" Williams, director; Pati Coghlan, coordinator; Howard Miller, David Michelettoand Brian Hoening. Veterans To Benefit From Outreach Program "While there are many veterans who made plans for what they would do after leaving the service - either going to college or getting a particular job - there are many more veterans with uncertain futures and little knowledge of what benefits are available to them," said Patrick Coghlan, coordinator of the McHenry County College Outreach program. "It is our job in the Outreach program to reach the latter group," he added. According to Coghlan, there is an increasing number of veterans who are re-entering society without enough education to equip them for civilian life and a successful future. The Outreach program seeks to personally contact these men and women to make them more aware of the benefits and services they are entitled to and to offer them a lifestyle perhaps never even considered. "Specifically, the program seeks to reach veterans who have not graduated from high school or who do not have the G e n e r a l E d u c a t i o n a l Development (GED) cer­ tificate, and those who, while they have a high school diploma or GED, need special help in overcoming academic deficiencies that would keep them from being successful in college," said Coghlan. "In addition, we are looking for unemployed and un­ deremployed veterans, in­ cluding those discharged 10 to 15 years ago, who had not in­ tended to continue their education because their social, economic or educational background discouraged or prevented them from doing so," he added. "We here at MCC recognize that these veterans have unique 4-H NEWS characteristics and special problems. Most veterans are a bit older and have had different life experiences from those of the typical college student. Many are afraid of college because of past school failures and fear of failing again," said Kenneth "Gus" Williams, MCC counselor who directs the Outreach program. "Many veterans are hesitant about tackling the paperwork, forms and red tape involved because of their past ex­ periences with these procedures and the distrust of bureaucracies in general," added Williams. According to Williams, the Outreach program is at­ tempting to help veterans with these special problems by counseling, tutorial help, and aid in dealing with the Veteran's Administration for G.I. benefits. The Outreach program office at MCC is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. In addition, the office is open evenings. For further information, veterans may contact the office by calling or by stopping in at Room B102 at the Crystal Lake campus (6200 Northwest high­ way, Crystal Lake). MODERN MISSES The January meeting of the Modern Misses 4-H club was brought to order by Jane Eppel, president. After roll call was taken, the secretary's report was given and approved. The treasurer's report was given and new dues were paid. The federation report was given by JoAnne Harrer. Jane Eppel gave our Share- The-Fun committee report, explaining our topic, "Ideas," and who had been suggested to play the characters. The Junior Leader's meeting was reported by Diane Muskovin, who also read "Talks and Demon­ strations". We then discussed painting an oil drum and en­ tering it in the fair grounds contest. The matter was voted favorably to enter one in the contest. Before talks and demon­ strations were started, a new grading system was explained. Talks and demonstrations for the evening were given by JoAnne Blume, Beth Cable, Jane Eppel and Nancy Eppel. They were all excellent. After the meeting a party was given for our leader, Mrs. Muskovin, in which all the members present took part, along with Mrs. Toussaint, crocheting and knitting in­ structor, and Mrs. Harris, sewing instructor. The whole Qlub wished Mrs. Muskovin a very Happy Birthday. Diane Muskovin, Reporter. LOSE WEIGHT S T A R T I N G T O D A Y ODRINEX contains the most effective reducing aid available without prescription ! One tiny ODRINEX tablet before meals and you want to eat less • down go your calories - down goes your weight ! Thousands of women from coast to coast report ODRINEX has helped them lose 5,10. 20 pounds in a short time - so can you. Get rid of ugly fat and live longer ! ODRINEX must satisfy or your money will be refunded. No questions asked Sold with this guarantee by BOLGEft'S DRUG STORE 1259 N. GREEN ST. MAIL ORDERS FILLED CZ7iip± cA/[i[ady Add distinction to your wardrobe by chobsing buttons that make your clothes look smart and fashionable, suggests Marjorie Sohn, University of Illinois clothing specialist. Whether you're buying buttons for a garment you've just sewn or merely changing the appearance of an older garment, Miss Sohn offers these tips for choosing buttons: -Carry a large swatch of fabric with you or take the belt or the garment itself. Color, texture, style and fabric weight are very important when shopping for a button, and a large fabric swatch will help you better visualize the buttons in relation to the garment. -Consider the style of the garment. If a garment requires many buttons, a simply styled button is best. An unusually shaped or designed button is most appropriate when the style and fabric of the garment are basic, simple, and un­ derstated. -If the garment design in­ cludes loop closures, use ball, half-ball or dome shaped buttons. -When the buttons are being used only for t decorative purposes, be sure the shank will fit flat against the fabric so the buttons won't droop. -Note the fabric weight. Heavyweight fabrics can support heavyweight buttons or lightweight buttons that give a "heavy" appearance. But lightweight fabrics always require lightweight buttons. -Consider fabric design. For fabrics with i design in­ terest, button selections can go in two directions. The simplest is picking up a smooth-surfaced button in a coordinating color. The most adventurous selection ties the design theme into your button selections: i.e., heart print: heart buttons; floral print: floral buttons; nautical: anchors or stars; plaid: square buttons to carry out the geometric motif ; roP€y tweed, wood or leather for a rustic touch. When in doubt, remember that metal can be used on practically anything! -Consider color. Your button doesn't have to color-match a solid fabric. A far more in­ ventive approach is to use contrasting buttons. To illustrate: think of tortoise buttons to accent gold, rust or orange, or pearl to add a dash to black. Shiny black jet but­ tons that enliven red and horn buttons are a natural for neutral shades. The possibilities are unlimited. Give them a try . . you'll probably find they'll give you the perfect finishing touch. -Check the washability. Before you launder or dry- clean a garment with buttons, make certain the buttons are guaranteed washable or dry- cleanable. Be sure to check on this information when buying the buttons ... it can be found on the back of the button card, or if uncarded, from the salesperson who aids you in your selection. Hold Workshop In Community Health Field One-day workshops for nurse practitioners, directors and educators will be held Feb. 9 and 16 at the office of Virginia T. Williams, 1004 N. Front street, McHenry. The workshops are being conducted by Miss Williams, RN, BSN, MC (community health nursing) director of a private family nursing program. She taught in com­ munity college and university nursing programs during her graduate study. Her long term interest in the community began with work in the Indian Service. During years of hospital nursing and in public health and Illinois Nurses association work, her primary interest was in family health. She feels there is latent strength within a family to effect an adequate, satisfying family health program whenever health disturbances exist. Relying on this faith in people's capabilities, Miss Williams is promoting this concept in continuing education to others interested in nursing v(n the community health field. \The workshop format will include the introduction to family nursing and record­ keeping and procedures to be Raising their hands in the Scout sign, Scoiits in this area will rededicate themselves to the Scout oath Feb. 8, the sixty- fourth anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. The traditional rededication ceremonies will see most of the 485 Scout troops and Cub packs in the Blackhawk Area council holding special meetings as part of the anniversary celebration. The Blackhawk Area council serves nine counties in Illinois, Lee, Ogle, Whiteside, Carroll, Winnebago, Boone, McHenry, Stephenson and Jo Daviess and three counties in southwestern Wisconsin, Greene, Grant and LaFayette. During the month long ob­ servance by the 6.5 million member organization, packs and troops will by carrying out projects related to the 1974 program emphasis, "Get In­ volved for Them." As part of the birthday celebration, the Scouts will honor their unit leaders and give special recognition to the partner organizations that sponsor their units, according to Dean Olson, president of the Blackhawk Area council, Boy Scouts of America. "Without the support of the more than 200 organizations in this area that use Scouting as a part of their own youth program and the dedicated volunteer leaders, we would not be able to offer a program to the youth of our area," Olson explained. Other 'highlights for the anniversary month are Cub packs and Scout troops con­ ducting Blue and Gold banquets, open houses, parent's nights, courts of honor, good turns, etc. A living campfire will be kept burning GARDENCLUB PROGRAM The Garden Club of Illinois Garden center, Niles, will present Jane Jmpens Shepstone of Glenview Friday, Feb. 22, at 10 a.m. at the Golf-Mill Movie theatre, 9210 Milwaukee avenue, Niles. "Planter's Wife In India" is another in a series of Mrs. Shepstone's travel lectures which will be given in costume and illustrated with slides. Her return to India as the bride of an Englishman to live on a large tea and rubber plantation, the joys and amusing complications of managing a large estate house, the cultivation of tea and rubber, tea tasting and all the color and fascination of a beautiful, verdant India, are woven into this touching story. This program is offered free of charge to the public. followed. A case history of a self-referred family, one referred through an agency and a presentation by a physician will focus on primary nursing functions, on health maintenance and mi patient advocate and rehabilitation process. Because both workshops have already been fully sub­ scribed, registration requests are now being scheduled for future meetings. The - Illinois Nurses association grants CEU credit to nurses. According to the definition of continuing education as defined by the National Task Force, "Con­ tinuing education in nursing consists of organized, systematic learning ex­ periences designed to enlarge the professional knowledge and skills of nurses. Continuing professional educational ac­ tivities are applicable to the individual's current goals for the enrichment of competence ; may be of short duration; are sponsored by colleges, universities, health agencies and professional organizations; and may be conducted in a variety of settings." during the entire week of the anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. This living camp- fire will be located at Alpine and Highcrest and tended by Scout troops in the area. Catholic observance of Scout month will also be observed. Bishop O'Neill will preside at the seventeenth annual Diocesan Scout convocation to be held at St. Peter's cathedral, Rockford. All Catholic Scouts, Explorers and Cubs, together with their leaders and families, are invited to this convocation to observe the sixty-fourth anniversary of the Scout movement. This annual diocesan program highlights the commitment of Scouting and all of its youth and adult members to the principles that religious growth is essential for our development in citizenship, character, and physical fitness. Still to come in the month long celebration are window displays throughout the council territory, winter campouts and rededication ceremonies and a number of individual pack and troop celebrations. • THE BARON SAYS . . . . . . START YOUR COCA-COLA GLASS COLLECTION TODAY. BUY A COKE AND ONE OF OUR SPECIAL SANDWICHES* AND KEEP THE GLASS! * BIG BARON CHEESE BARON ROAST BEEF CORNED BEEF HAM N CHEESE STEAK SANDWICH A contemporary glass for Coca-Cola. Collect your set of6or8 HOW CAN I? :************* By Anne Ashley Q. How can I remedy a dresser drawer that sticks? A. You can get it to slide easily again if you will take a bread wrapper, lay this on the runner of the side that seems to stick, then open and close the drawer until all the wax is gone from the wrapper. Candlewax or paraffin will do the same trick. Q. How can I remove cellophane tape which has become stuck on a papered wall, without taking some of the wallpaper with it? A. Just by pressing a warm iron against the tape. Q. How can I increase the durability of a patch I am sewing over a hole in a gar­ ment? A. By pinking the edge of the patch before sewing it on. The patch will not ravel as quickly, or get loose when you wash it. Q. How can I make unpainted PAGE 3 McHENRY PLAINDEALER wood more durable and weatherproof? A. By covering it with several coats of hot linseed oil varnish. Q. How can I easily and ef­ fectively straighten out the kinks and bends in electrical wires? A. Try placing the wire on a board, or other hard, flat surface, then go over it with a cold iron, using just enough pressure to make the wire roll. Q. How can I clean off smoked-up areas on a brick or stone fireplace? A. Cover with a paste of concentrated ammonia and powdered pumice, letting this remain on for about two hours, then scrubbing off with hot water and soap. Q. How can I ease a pair of leather shoes that are too tight? A. Try wringing a cloth out of very hot water, then place this over the spot where the shoe pinches, while the shoe is still on your foot. The heat will often cause the leather to expand. Q. How can I keep glass- topped tables gleaming? A. You can accomplish this FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1974 - with a minimum of work just oy wiping them with a dampened newspaper, then polishing with a dry one. This treatment leaves no lint residue, either. Q. How can I prevent homemade jams from crystallizing? A. By adding a tablespoon of glycerin to a pint of your jam. This makes the jams more transparent and reduces the amount of sugar needed. Q. How can I remove road tar from the body of my car? A. Ordinary cooking lard works well for this. Rub it on briskly, using a clean soft cloth, let stand for a couple of seconds, then rub it off. It's always easy to find an excuse for delaying hard work. * * * * Good luck rarely comes unexpected; usually, it's over-expected. 3 •V THK OLD TIMER From Mrs. Jean Schmidt, Siren, Wisconsin: I suspect J.A.B'.s arti­ cle, from Braidwood, 111., referred to me as the "Wisconsin woman" who said her father had "a hard time learning to shift from first to second" when he learned to drive his first Model T Ford in 1917. The man is correct: I have recalled since that dad shifted from low, straight to high. (I was only 9 years old when I was al­ lowed to sit behind the wheel and work the thing myself for a mile or two.) Actually, the intent of meaning in my article was that it took him home time to learn to shift gears with his foot while AT THE SAME TIME controlling the spark and gas levers and steering wheel with his hands. Other things I remember: pick­ ing up dried cow-chips on the North Dakota prairie to be used as light fuel in the cookstove. (Before this, buffalo chips had been used when "the buffaloes roamed" on the prairies. The •piles of manure when dried out by the sun and wind leave flat matted circles of digested hay or grass which hold heat for a short time when burned in a stove.) There were no fences, and in winter roads became a straight line--the shortest distance be­ tween two points. (Sand contribution* to tfils column to Tko OM Timor, Box «M, Frankfort, Ky. 40*01.) LAST CHANCE TO BUY . . . Original Oil Paintings AT TREMENDOUS SAVINGS! WHEN YOU SAVE AT McHENRY SAVINGS l mi iilacimaa , Deposits insured to $20,000 by I ederal Sa\ inns & I oan Insurance I orp. SERVING ALL OF GREATER McHENRV COUNTY McHenry Savings V AND LOAN ASSOCIATION! 1209 North (ireen Street. McHenry. Illinois 611050 H15-:iH5-3IIOO SAVERS IRK-liS: 9:00am - 4:3lfcm Mon..Tues.. Thurs.. \ Sat. 9:00am - 8;fl0pm Friday. 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