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PAGE 3 - PLAINDEALER-FRIDAY, JANUARY 21. 1977 lfW= * .Community Leaders Women's Role... ILAVERN GREGORY Is there any greater pleasure in life than toplcjnt a seed, and then watch it grow and blossom into something truly beautiful9 Mrs. Ilavern Gregory, a long time McHenry resident, has received such a great pleasure- not only in watching her two daughters grow up and become beautiful young women, but in helping the McHenry county chapter of the American Cancer society grow from infancy into a progressive organization. Eighteen years ago, the American Cancer Society (ACS) in McHenry county wanted to activate. They were looking for a Crusade chair­ man. and Mrs. Gregory volunteered. "That was the beginning," sb^«sML "Before that I was a Girl Scorn leader, and many of the women I worked with in Girl Scouts were just magnificent." From Crusade chairman, Mrs. Gregory has grown with the cancer organization, and she has just completed six years on the Illinois State board for cancer prevention. Despite all the work she had done in the community, she prefers to talk about what other people have done. "We couldn't do anything without all the people behind the scenes," Mrs. Gregory said. "I've never seen* a town like McHenry where so many people are willing to help." "You ' know," she "when you do volunteer work, it's really the volunteers who get the most benefit." "When you'r$ helping people Story series by Jeff Bonato STAFF PHOTO BY WAYNE GAYLORD who are ill," "you realize tl are the easi< with, and are je concluded, those people to get along the least com­ plaining people you'll ever meet. They're so grateful." Mrs. Gregory, after organizing *the ACS McHenry county chapter, served for eight years on the board. And she feels that the six years she spent on the state board were possibly the most enlightening. "There you get to meet so Membership Coffees \ For Family Service Membership coffees are being sponsored by McHenry' members of the auxiliary of the Family Service and Mental Hfealth Clinic of McHenry County. The purpose of the coffees is to introduce area women to the functions ofthe auxiliary and to describe the many fund raising activities sponsored by the auxiliary. Many of these activities have become annual events enjoyed by members of the auxiliary and'iriany people of McHenry courtly. They' include Fair Diddley, Tag day, a luncheon- fashion show, and the mem­ bership brunch. Women who are interested in learning about the auxiliary many volunteers, and so many fantastic medical men," she said. "When you've served on the state board, then you really realize what can be done." Through the Cancer society, Mrs. Gregory has helped conduct "I Quit" programs for smokers, and breast self- examination clinics for women. She has already done much for the community through her cancer work; and yet, she has very definite goals for the future. "With the help of volunteers, we hope 'to increase public education in this area," she said. "That way, people will realize that early detection is the" name-of-the-game in beating cancer." "We also hope to bring more services to the community," she added "We're grateful to FISH, which in the last few years has divided the tran­ sportation duties with us." Mrs. Gregory isn't just in­ volved in the American Cancer society. She is also foundation chairman of the Business and Professional Women's club. "I chair a committee whose duties are to raise funds," she explained. "The money goes for scholarships for women over 25 years old, who have to enter the work field and need to added, yfu^ther their education." '""The women's group was £>egun by Lenora Frisby," she actete^i, "and all the women there^just like the cancer group, wo>k very hard and are all wonderful people." Mrs. Gregory works as a bookkeeper at her husband, Frank's auto body shop. Yet, even with her job, she still finds time to always help others. "I think I get involved because I just love people," she said. "There really isn't a country like the United States where people will give or do volunteer work."* | THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER i i 3812 West Elm Street Established 1875 . f Phone 385-0170 McHenry, Illinois 60050 I a i Published Every Wednesday & Friday at McHenry, Illinois Second Class Postage Paid at McHenry, Illinois By McHENRY PUBLISHING COMPANY •Subscribers are requested to provide immediate notice of change of address to the McHenry Piainoealer, 3S12 W. Elm St., McHenry, IL 60050 A .. deduction of one month from the expiration of a subscription will be made where a change of address is provided through the Post Office Department. Larry E. J -- ~ ' and how it supports the Mental Health clinic are encouraged to contact® one of the following ^sses and attend the coffee convenient for them. Auirfiary members will be there to answer any questions Judy Altenbern of 1205 S. Bonnie Brae (McHenry Shores) will sponsor a coffee Jan. 25 at 9:30 a.m. and Sharyn Forbes of 508 Stratford court, Feb. 3 at 7:30 p.m. New members will be invited to attend the annual meeting and membership to be held /Feb. 21 at Pal's restaurant in Woodstock, where they may be­ come involved in many of the future activities. •/Friends In Service Here" -^Old Mother Hubbard went to the cupboard, and found it almost bare...we need* your help' J The "Fish ParjJ^y" was established to gi*5f?ood on an emergency basis to those in need. It is kept supplied thru the special efforts of the Lions club, together with various churches and other organizations and individuals in the McHenry area. Our very severe and lengthy cold weather has brought lack of work for many, larger heating bills for all and necessary heavier clothing for all members of each family. This, naturally, affects the food Mrs. Gregory is justifiably proud of her two daughters, Judy and Susan, who have given their mother four grandchildren. "You know," she said, "There are times when I get tired. But then I get a letter like this one, and it fires me right back up again." The letter was from a young girl who had raised money for the American Cancer society by selling popcorn. Enclosed with the letter was a sizable check. "It's people like this girl that life is all about," Mrs. Gregory said. It's people like Mrs. Ilavern Gregory that life is all about too. As a wife, mother, grand­ mother, and community leader, she has truly blossomed into something beautiful. Lund Publisher Adele Froehhch - Editor NATIONAL NEWSPAPER >»ocuTioH nim< tin NNA SUSTAINING S MEMBER--1976 SUBSCRIPTION RATES 1 Year ....$10.50 l Year $15.00 lr» McHenry and Lake Outside McHenry aod County Lake Cou^jy NOW APPEARING THE BROTHERS 4912 NORTHWEST HWY. (ROUTE 14) CRYSTAL LAKE, ILL. I I I I I I I I I I I I I 1 I I I I I I I "John knows a lot about agriculture. I know a lot about finance. Together, we're a pretty good team." John found out thai nobody is better than PCA when itc6mes to ag finance. Stop by and let us prove it to you, too. You we'll listen. NORTHEAST ILLINOIS PCA 1204 N. STATE ST. BELV1DERE, ILL. Phone 544-2678 333 E. JACKSON ST. WOODSTOCK, ILL. Phone 338-0334 Plan For Vocational Development One of the objectives in the FY 1977 s^ate plan for the ad­ ministration of Vocational and Technical Education ia Illinois is to expand comprehensive program offerings to an in­ creased number of students through the continued development of the area secondary vocational center network. Currently, there are 311 school districts par­ ticipating in thirty area centers providing vocational training for approximately 20,850 students. Beginning in 1965, area vocational center development in Illinois has primarily depended upon the initiative of local school districts! grass roots effort. The matter of area budget, and for larger families can prove to be a serious problem, even to those eligible for food stamps. This is the reason Fish asks for your help at this time, to replenish our supplies of: (1) Non-perishable" food items :.. packaged cereals,^ canned vegetables, fruits, fruit juices, soups, pork & beans, stews, spaghetti & meat balls, powdered milk. (Items readily heated in hot water or on a small electric platf when regular cooking facilities are not available.) (2) Paper products - tissues, toilet tissue, paper towels, wax paper, etc. (3) Personal care items ... toothpaste, powder, soap, mouth wash, deodorants, sanitary pads, etc. (4) Detergents for clothes and dishes. (Many of these items not covered by food stamps.) We do not have storage facilities for perishable items, as meats, eggs, etc., checks or gift certificates from the food stores could help here. Food may be brought to the Fish Pantry, 4401 Parkway, Lakeland Park ... call 385-6182 and advise Gretchen Thomas. Checks and gift certificates may be mailed Js> firptohen Thomas, Box 332rMcHfenry. An article in the JaV 12 McHenry Plaindealer rea$ "Giving - A Year >Kound Theme" .„. one of theUentral themes of the holiday season had been to give - "give" of oneself to God and give of oneself to the less fortunate." Give now as you are able - in thanksgiving to God for your warm home and clothes and the food you have for your family! God loves you! M G. HOSPITAL NOTES MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WOODSTOCK Patients recently admitted to Memorial hospital, Woodstock, included Larry Lamberg, Salvatore Marro, Dorothy White, Carl Prussing, Marian Springer, Michael Marrone, Rafael Gusman, all of McHenry; Ray Hansen and Mary Jane Small of Wonder Lake center location, number of participating school districts and administrative agent for the center has been a local prerogative. Following this policy has resulted in ap­ proximately 50 to 60 percent of the geographical area of the state being encompassed by area vocational center Two Sites For Weekend Citrus Fruit Soles The * C C D. Parents association of St. Patrick's Catholic church will hold a citrus sale of Florida oranges and grapefruit the last two weekends of .January. Orders will be taken after the 5 o'clock Masses at St. Patrick's church on the Saturdays of Jan. 22 and 29 and after each of the Sunday Masses on Jan. 23 and 30. Members will also be taking orders during the evening hours at the McHenry State bank on the Fridays of Jan. 21 and 28 and all day Saturday, Jan. 22 and 29. The fresh citrus fruit will be available in 40 lb. (large) or 21 lb. (small) quantities. For further information, call Mrs. Larry Deja or Mrs. Eugene Dowe operation.- '---- During 1976, University Consultants, Inc., under con­ tract with the State of Illinois Advisory Council on Vocational Education, completed "An Assessment of Illinpis Area Vocational Centers.')' Among other things, the report in­ cludes a recommendation that a comprehensive master plan for programs and facilities for secondary occupational education and articulation should be prepared. Thp master plan should provide rationale regarding the number and location of additional area secondary vocational centers in Illinpis. The Department of Adult, Vocational and Techi/ical Education is ihitiating the development. of the recom­ mended master plan and from time to time will be requesting review and input from local educational agencies. HERE AND THERE IN BUSINESS 19,000 Calls Received For Time Service In the first three weeks since the Telephone Time-of-Day service has been established by the McHenry State bank, 19,000 calls have been received. The service makes it possible for anyone to receive an accurate announcement of the time by dialing 385-9400. The service is available [ twenty-four hours seven days a iff week."' When 385-9400 is dialed, the automatic equipment located in the telephone company central office responds in a male voice with a brief message from the McHenry State bank, followed by the time, accurate to the nearest minute. Each completed call to the Time-of-Day service is registered on meters When the original number -is busy, a second call is automatically switched to a second "free"' line. Several lines are con­ nected to the machine to enable simultaneous calls to' be "answered". In case of utility power failure, batterys provide constant power flow to main­ tain continuous operation of the system. MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WOODSTOCK Mr. and Mrs. Walter Truszkowski of McHenry &re the parents of a daughter bo^n Jan. 18. DIVORCES William B. Seegert from Cynthia Rae Seegert, Wonder Lake. Barbara Nelson from Robert Nelson. Sylvia (Fernandez) Patzke from Clayton W. Patzke Laurie J. Koeppen from Fredrick J. Koeppen TALK QF THF. 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