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4 Twice Told Tales FORTY YEARSAGO (Taken frorfi the files of May 10, 1934) Midsummer heat sent the thermometer, Sunday, to 90 degrees, breaking the heat record of the year and establishing May 6,1934, as one of the hottest days of that date in many years. At the annual election of the Business and Professional Women's club of McHenry county held at Woodstock, Mrs. C.W. Goodell of McHenry was _ elected president of the county organization for the year beginning June 1. There are forty-seven graduates from the rural schools of this district graduating May 16 at the community high school. The rural schools include Johnsburg, Lincoln school, Lily Lake, Griswold Lake, Ringwood, Harrison district, Ostend, Clemens and Prairie school. The McHenry Shamrocks traveled to Volo Sunday and lost to an up and coming Volo nine on a diamond that was just "" made this year and was very rough in spots due to lack of rain. The golf team representing the high school participated in the district qualifications for the state meet next Saturday when they traveled to Highland Park under the supervision of McCracken. Sonny Johnson, captain of the McHenry team, had an 87 to place tenth in the district. A new building is being built at Lily Lake where G. Weisbaum will open a grocery market and general merchandise store about May 30. TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of May 12, 1949) Mr. Frank G. Schreinef, 66, editor and publisher for almost twenty years and associated with the paper for several years before that, passed away at his home on Waukegan street, May 5, following a long period of ill health. He first became interested in the printing trade at the age of fourteen and began his apprenticeship with the old McHenry Journal under the guidance of the publisher and editor, Andrew O. Rupp. The Journal office was located north of the present Green street bridge. The life of the newspaper wis short 'arid in 1900 ceased publication. At the meeting of the county council of the American Legion auxiliary at Hebron at which time officers were elected. Minnie Green of McHenry was elected president. On May 7, Miss Clara Trebatoski of Rosholt, Wis., and Mr. James McAndrews of McHenry were united in marriage at St. Albert's Catholic church in Rosholt with Msgr. Klowaski, a friend of the family, officiating. The annual style show of the Future Homemakers of America is being held May 12 in the high school auditorium under the direction of Miss May E. Justen. A special feature of this year's revue will be showing of the contrast in the styles of yesterday and those of today. One of the latest campaigns to be undertaken in McHenry township, this time against dreaded cancer, is progressing nicely according to Mrs. George Barbian, local chairman. No definite figures will be released until the close of the drive. TEN YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of May 14, 1964) St. Patrick's church in McCook, Nebr., was the setting for the April 18 wedding of Miss Jacolyn Valere McLeland of McCook and Mr. William Dennis Sheehan of Chicago and a McHenry summer resident. Esther Fowler of Crystal Lake has been selected by the woman's auxiliary of McHenry hospital to be their model at the Hospital's-on-parade fashion show sponsored by the Grant hospital woman's auxiliary at the Conrad Hilton hotel, May 14. Mrs. Jennie Morse, 78, who resided in the Island Lake area, died May 10 in her home. On May 5, a daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Faunt at the McHenry hospital. Mr. and Mrs. William A. Pries, Jr., of the Certified Food store on Green street, are the recipients of a five day all expense World's Fair trip which was won on a promotion program sponsored the Certified Grocers of Illinois CYCLONE IS COMING T TO : Jos.H.Huemann & SONS } WELL DRILLING "Black Forest Cottage", a painting by Bernard Schwanke of McHenry was purchased by the class of 1963 as a gift to their school. Announcement has been made of the engagement. gf Miss Joy Lynne Fairchild to Lt. Richard Herdrich. Miss Fairchild is a senior student at James Ward Thorne school of Nursing, Passavant hospital. An Oct. 24 wedding is planned. FORTY YEARSAGO (Taken from the files of May 17, 1934) Mrs. G.A. Vasey, 56 years old, died at her home near Volo, May 17, after a long illness. Paul Doherty was elected secretary of the Democratic Senatorial committee of the eighth senatorial district at a meeting held at Woodstock, May 8. Mr. and Mrs. Beckenbaugh and family moved Wednesday to the John Regner farm house at Pistakee Bay. Mr. Beckenbaugh will work by the day for Henry Smith, manager of the Skidmore farm. At the thirty-seventh annual state convention of the Knights of Columbus convened at Peoria on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. The Grand Knight of McHenry council, A.E. Nye, was selected as delegate to the national convention to be held in Detroit next August. A harmony dance is being sponsored by the Third Precinct Democratic club of McHenry at the Bridge Ballroom, May 23. Sizzling syncopation is to be rendered by Frankie Gans and his orchestra. A double birthday celebration was held at the home of Thomas and Kate McLaughlin Sunday in honor of William Doherty, 78 years old, and William Stevens of Richmond, 87 years old, who were honored guests of the day. Mr. Stevens who is an old schoolmaster and former resident of this vicinity met two of his former pupils, Mayor Peter Doherty and Jay Doherty. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Vales and family attended the silver wedding celebration of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Vales in Chicago recently for whom they served as bridesmaid and bestman at the original ceremony. TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of May 19, 1949) This week the Plaindealer is observing its diamond jubilee seventy-five years of bringing to a growing circulation the bits of joy and sorrow, the small happenings and the major events which make up life in McHenry and its surrounding community. McHenry boasted only a few hundred people back in 1875 when the Plaindealer was founded. Jay . VanSlyke was the founder of the Plaindealer and remained as its editor for twenty-six years. • Local firemen were summoned at an early hour on Monday morning to a summer home in the Country club subdivision. The owners had visited the cottage on Sunday, Holes in one wall, the floor and ceiling caused damage estimated at $500. McHenry Lumber company has opened a second yard at Wonder Lake. Harvey B. Williams of McHenry general contractor has offices located in the building. A very beautiful wedding took place May 18 when Miss Leo da McCarthy became the bride of Mr. Leonard Freund who resides north of town. The nuptial service was solemnized at St. Mary's church. Paul, young son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Steffan, suffered a fractured arm while at play in the school playground. Complaints have been received from local school bus drivers against motorists who fail to observe the law which states that cars must not pass a school bus which is taking on or discharging passengers. TEN YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of May 21, 1964) The North Central association has again placed the McHenry high school on the list of accredited schools of Illinois. A search is in progress this we& to find a missing deer, one PAGE - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY, MAY 15.1974 "MEANWHILE BACK AT THE COURTHOUSE" BRANCH COURT III Associate Circuit. Judge Richard Kelly John Cassell, Jr., 200 W. South drive, McHenry, found not guilty of disobeying a traffic signal. Robert C. Jaques, 1620 S. River road, McHenry, found not guilty of failure to use speed reasonable and proper (hot rodding). Scott Metz, Rolling Meadows, guilty of transportation of alcoholic liquor, fined $50 and C(£tS. 3ohn T. Mueller, 4500 Parkway, McHenry, guilty of improper use of registration, fined $15 and costs; also guilty of disobeying a red light, sent to driving school. Dennis R. Peterson, Lake Geneva, Wis., guilty of open liquor in a motor vehicle, fined of two born in captivity on Front street nine months ago. The missing deer was last seen in Emerald Park. The Lake McHenry County assessors association met last Thursday when Mrs. Eva Bacon of McHenry was appointed vice-president to fill the vacany created by the death of Jim Morrieofi. Bruno T. Butler, 65, of Ringwood, died May 13 in Memorial hospital, Woodstock, following several months illness. Linda Rae Larson, candy striper at McHenry hospital, was awarded a gold pin for her 500 hours of volunteer work last week at the Women's auxiliary meeting. St. Mary's church was the scene of the wedding uniting Miss Carolynne Taylor of McCullom Lake and Mr. Dennis Blaha of Pistakee Highlands May 16. Nuptial Mass with exchange was recited by Holmgren. An honor came McGee* former McHenry postmaster at the recent Rotary club anniversary dinner. Mr. McGee was named "Rotarian of the Year" for his many outstanding services to the club and the community. of rings Father to Ray $50 and costs; also guilty of improper lane usage, fined $15 and costs. Harold B. Rothery, 1025 Ingleside, Ingleside, guilty of driving in violation of registration, fined $5 and costs. Daniel R. Williams, 1322 Lakeview, McHenry, guilty of reckless driving, fined $50 and costs. Dale Pytko, Carpentersville, found not guilty of failure to yield right of way at intersection. Victor R. Gustavson, 3308 W. Pearl street, McHenry, guilty of driving while intoxicated, fined $300 and costs. Patrick R. Colomer, 1317 Sunnyside, McHenry, guilty of driving while under the influence of drugs, fined $300 and costs. BRANCH COURT Associate Circuit Judge Thomas Baker Herman Jacobson, 4212 Ponca, McHenry, guilty of driving without a driver's license, fined $50 and costs; another charge of improper left torn was nolle prossed. Marshall E. Leonard, 2905 Bayview, McHenry, guilty of disorderly conduct, fined $25 and costs; guilty of battery, fined $100 and costs; also guilty of resisting or obstructing a peace officer, fined $100 and costs. Bennie Ray Rose, Jr., 1402 Pine, McHenry, bound over to the Grand jury on a charge of burglary. CIRCUIT COURT Judge Charles Parker Donald Coss, 66 Catherine, Crystal Lake, guilty of theft over $150, placed on 3 years probation. William Bailey, Weeks apartments, Algonquin, guilty of indecent liberties with a child, sentenced to from 4 to 8 years in the state penitentiary. Terry Trader, Route 20, Harmony, guilty of delivery of a counterfeit substance, placed on one year probation. A hamburger by any other name - would cost much more. spurgeons A Dress Under $5- and Typical Spurgeon Quality! Where? Spurgeon's Famous SUMMER SHIFT SALE! ONE WEEK ONLY! Honey, it's cool inside these bare-armed shifts--and they're a hot price this week only! You'll want a different style for every day of the week--and we have over a dozen for you to choose from! They won't wilt--and they'll keep you out of the laundry room all summer. Completely wash and wear seersuckers, denims and baby cords in perma-press fabrics. A super value timed for easy living--hurry in! 12-20, 16V2-24V2. MARKET PLACE SHOPPING CENTER «mmnfllliiv 189 1656 9 MAX T CUTTOMU Jl :>//• BELLY DANCING ANYONE? -- Looks like fun and is! Fun and exercise make belly dancing at the Lake Region YMCA one of the women's favorite classes. Instructor Jane Small is an example of good health and enjoys doing exercise through dance. The class includes historical details, conditioning exercises, and dance patterns. Learn for fun or fitness. Babysitting is available during Thursday morning classes. Beginners classes are on Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. or from 8:45 to 9:45 p.m. Advanced students classes are Thursday from 11 until noon or 7:45 to 8:45 p.m. For further information call 459-4455 or stop by the YMCA, located at 7350 S. Route 31, Crystal Lake, to sign up. PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST Illinois State Fair Manager Paul H. King has announced that the Illinois State Fair will sponsor an amateur photography contest during the fair this summer. King said eleven prizes totaling $500 will awarded amateur photographers who win the contest. Entry forms may be secured prior to the State Fair by writing to Photo Contest, Illinois Stafe Fair, P.O. Box 576, Springfield, 111. Applications will be available at the competitive Events office at the fairgrounds during the fair. Editor's Quote Boole There is something infi­ nitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature -- the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after the winter. --Rachel Carson or 4.44 each STORE HOURS: Mon.-rFri. 8:30-8:30 Saturday 8:30 - 6:00 Sunday 10:00 -5:00 SHIFT TO SPURGEON S AND CHARGE IT! TilGe the Teller savs Here's what my cash card is all about! SOME DAY. . .REAL SOON. . . MAYBE TONIGHT You'll need real money--cash--in a great big hurry. A check, or charge' account, or a credit card won't do it for you. THAT'S WHERE YOUR McHENRY SAVINGS MONEY MACHINE CASH CARD Produces for you....$25.00 in cash in 5 seconds day or night....Sundays and holidays....anytime you need it. HERE'S ALL YOU NEED TO 00 TO GET YOUR OWN CASH CARD Open a $200 minimum balance Sav­ ings account at McHenry Savings and get your very own cash cards (up to 4) for every $25 additional de­ posit. (If you're already a McHenry Savings saver, we can convert your account in a jiffy) • THAFS ALL YOU DO. . . Then whenever you need money out­ side (or during) our normal service hours, just insert your Cash Card into our Money Machine, and in 5 seconds out comes your $25.00 in cash. Your transaction will be charg­ ed against your savings account just like an ordinary withdrawal, and your Cash Card will be returned to you by mail for the next time you need cash. Next To The Drive-In Window McHENRY S A V I N G S I llll IIIICIITIII THERE'S NO SERVICE C H A R G E O R F E E . . . Of any kind. And you have no lia­ bility for lost or stolen cards(Pro- vided you report the loss promptly) Best of all, your savings money is working for you until you need it, earning day to day interest for you. GOOD AS CASH AT LOCAL MERCHANTS A growing number of participating merchants in and around McHenry will honor your McHenry Sav­ ings Cash Card. Look for the sign in the window where your Cash Card is good for $25.00 on any purchase (if less than $25. the difference is refunded to you in cash). NOW YOU KNOW THE CASH CARD STORY. . . Isn't it tim3 to get your own Cash Card, have it ready when you need it? Come see us now (any week day but Wednesday). Tell us Tillie sent you! :? \ / SERVING ALL OF GREATER MCHCNRV COUNTY McHenry Savings •r AND LOAN ASSOCIATION 1209 North Green Street McHenry, Illinois 60050-81 5/385-3000 ! SAVERS HOURS 9 OC a rn to 4 30 o m Monday Tuesday Thursday and Saturday 9 00am To 8 00 o rn Friday Drwt? in Window open Wednesday 9 00 a rr to 2 OC p m Deposits insured to $20 OOO by tht Federal Savmgs i Loan Iniurance Corp