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an-r P<- y ru v4rt3T/n^i/' w T A-qn:/- A I<I rvr Tyiv^ iqni PAGE 2® - SUPPLEMENT TO PLAINDEALER-WEDNESDAY, Do-it-yourself gassers should have maintenance know-how too "The Lord helps him who helps himself." If the above seems to be the motto of a greater number of . gasoline retail­ ing outlets, then the facts of life are becoming more apparent. There is a grow­ ing trend toward s'elf-serv- ice gas stations where the customer pumps his own. Expensive fuel is a little cheaper to buy under the system. But the car owner who has counted on at­ tendants to do simple maintenance jobs is out of luck. Car owners who habitu­ ally buy gas at self-serve outlets should make sure they know how to check vital "life signs" of their cars. Then they should check at least weekly. Do­ ing this requires a little knowledge of where to look and what to look for. If in doubt, such informa­ tion is contained in the car's Owner's Manual. For example, the proper level of oil in the crank- case is indispensable to GOING. GOING. GONE! JULY 31 DURING OUR SIDEWALK UP TO ALL SALES FINAL FASHIONS BY 71ZQ15L 1216 N. Green St. McHenry JULY 28,1976 I proper engine operation. You should know where the dipstick is located in your engine. Then know how to "read" the stick to determine whether your car has sufficient and clean oil. What about the battery? Is the water level high enough to make sure it V .« ; operates properly? Are the terminals clean and the cables sound? Check to make sure all radiator hoses are intact and that fan belts and other pulleys are not worn or frayed. Learn where to check on brake and other fluid levels. THE MODERN BRIDE OF 1976 reflects many of the tra­ ditions of her counterpart 200 years ago, proving that elegance is ageless. Here, bouquets and blossoms of white lace pattern a wedding band neckline with a molded sil­ houette. By Priscilla of Boston. Bridal showers forecast Looking for an unusual theme for a bridal shower? Think about a garden shower, whether or not the future bride will really have a garden out of doors. Clusters of potted plants in an apartment need lots of TLC and will bring many hours of delight._ Quests can bring seeds, flowering bulbs, unusual plants, handsome pots, plant stands, planting tools, books on growing greens and flower arrang­ ing. Another unusual idea would be « wine shower with an assortment of wines, wine glasses, grace­ ful carafes, pitchers and even cheese boards. Imagine the delight of the novice cook, being fet­ ed with a recipe shower. Each guest brings her favorite recipe or two and a suitable dish in which to prepare it. The possibil­ ities are endless. THE ISLAND OF MARTINIQUE is typical of the unspoiled French Caribbean where sun lovers and honeymooners alike are expected in increasing numbers this year. Air France is offering its first comprehensive series of package holidays to Martinique and its sister island of Guadeloupe. Daily 9-5:30 INITIAL ROMANCE Inscribing your name or initials, and your wedding date on the inside of each band is traditional and romantic. To ensure their lasting 'til your golden anniver­ sary, plan, to spend about one week's salary for each band. Since price varies with the style and amount of work involved, there is no practical buying guide to use, but the salary guide Just mentioned can be a starting point.