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PAGE 21 - PLA1NDEALER - TUESDAY, DECEMBER P, IW> Twice Told Tales | FIFTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of December 18, 1930) A good time is in store for those who attend the party at the Bridge ballroom, McHenry, on New Year's eve. Music will be furnished by the Red Devils. You can make your reservations now. The charge is $3 per couple. Louis A. Erickson, proprietor of Main street's deportment store, has a full- page Christmas ad in this issue. Mr. Erickson reports holiday business as very good so far this season and is looking forward to a busy week between now and Christmas. Some fine boxes of fruit have been received by relatives from Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Sayler of Belleview, Fla., who are spending the winter in the sunny southland. Large grapefruit, oranges and tangerines comprised the boxes and are delicious with the freshness of fruit ripened upon the tree. FORTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of December 19, 1940) Appointment of Arnold J. Rauen of McHenry as manager of the National Youth administration resident work center fof boys at Mississippi Palisades State park, Savanna, was announced by Miss Marie A. Kirby, NYA director of Area No. 1, comprising 11 counties in Northern Illinois. Mr. Rauen comes to the NYA well qualified for his new position. Since July, 1987, he was assistant managing officer of the Illinois Sate Training School for Boys, St. Charles, in which capacity he had supervision at aO departments and procedures of the school, including personnel, vocational workshops, recreational and other activities of 700 boys. TWENTY-FIVE YEARSAGO (Taken from the files of December 8, 1965) A new financial institution for McHenry is opening its doors Dec. 12. The McHenry Savings and Loan association is starting its business at a temporary location, 522 W. Main street, but expects to be in a newly constructed home of its own on West Elm street some time next spring. The association is organized to promote thrift and home ownership in the com- miaiity. It is the first one to recdve a charter in Illinois taxfter the new guaranty shares and loan and signed by the govetno* last July. Dr. Lee Gladatone of McHenry was named president of the Mdhnry County Medical society. Other newly elected officers include Dr. John McKenna of Cary, secretary. County squad cars were alerted after the First National bank of Lake Geneva had be4n relieved of an estimated $100,000. TEN YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of December 19. 1970) Following a lengthy discussion at a joint meeting of the boards of School Districts 15 and 186, each board voted to accept the resignation of Dr. Carl Bergstrom, superintendent, effective June 80, 1971. The board had met in executive session, after which Dr. Bergstrom addressed members in open session. The vote followed. Congressman Robert McClory announced that the Federal Water Quality agency has awarded a construction grant to the city of McHenry in the amount of $264,490 for construction of an additional sanitary sewerage treatment plant with improvements to existing facilities. Marian Central Catholic high school will remain open a minimum of four years following the present school year, August Uttich of McHenry, chairman of the Council of Administration, announced after a detailed study of the county-wide parochial school's situation. McHenry Man Applies For Judge's Seat A McHenry man his applied to fill a vacancy of associate judge in the 19th Judicial Circuit, which in­ cludes both Lake and McHenry counties. Frank J. Rhode, Jr,.of 1610 Cassandra lane, McHenry, applied to the Chief Judge of the Circuit, John J. Kauf­ man, to fill the position that was left when William D. Block was elected to the position of Circuit Judge last November. To date, there are 23 other applicants for the vacant seat. GREEN STICKERS Green 1961 license plate stickers should be displayed on all passenger cars, motorcycles and mopeds by midnight Dec. 31, Secretary of State Alan J. Dixon reminded Illinois motorists. If you do not have a pre­ printed renewal application, call the Secretary's toll-free telephone number ftOO-252- 8960). RENTRMSQfWC the professional do-it-yourself carpet cleaning system First Hour of Rentol $1.00 per hour . .. . for «very hour thereafter. (Example 2 hours . . . total charge $1 plus tax.) NO MINIMUM Special Rental Rate Good Monday thru Thursday RlNSENVAC cleans the way professionals do at a f ract ion of the cost I SUN PER HOUR NO MINIMUM OVERNIGHT SPECIAL I 8:00 P.M. -9:00 A.M. $10.00 HORNSBYS ^ fnmtly trnrrri 4400W. RTE.120. McHENRY, ILL. PRICES EFFECTIVE MON. DEC. 22-WED. DEC. 24 McHENRY STORK ONLY •4400 W. RTt. 120| |X-MAS MORRS:| CHRISTMAS KYI O 5/n the pea<:e and quiet of this snow-laden countryside, the air is atingle with the crisp freshness of winter, and we see the familiar signs and symbols of the good old-fashioned Christmas spirit... a spirit ever new. For you and yours, we wish a bounty of traditional pleasures, of serenity and contentment. At Christmastide, we pause in warmest appreciation of your continued loyalty, trust and confidence to wish you the very best of the season. It is our continuing pleasure and wish to be able to serve you. Best Wishes from Directors, Officers & Employees of the MCHENRY STATE BANK ~ 3510 WEST ELM ST. CRYSTAL LAKE RD. AT LILLIAN STREET RICHMOND RD. AT PEARL ST. McHENRY PHONE 385-1040 LAST MINUTE SPECIALS! emm/ Log Roll 61ft Wrap our Reg. Hug* Assortment to chooso from. ' Select Group Ladles Robes Tho perfect Christmas gift I Men's Casual Shlrfs Our Rog. Chooso from volour or suede look. I1.WI1J.M Men's Glove & Scarf Sot Our Rog. Soxod sots for mon moko groat gifts. t.f7 Chimere .75 oi. Spray Cologne Discroot, ologant, but up doso It's something also. All Cachet Colognes Cachot - tho perfume no two women can share. Soundesign Digital Clock Radio AM-FM clock radio. No. 3546. Soundesign Electronic Clock Radio AM-FM radio W/electronlc LED clock. No. 3644. Rival 5 Qt. Crock Pot Electric slow cooker, with removeable stoneware. No. 3350. West Bend The Peppery Hot air popper makes 3-4 quarts. No. 5459. Norolco Ready Brew 12 cup automatic drip coffeemaker with timer. No. HB5180. Sunbeam Can Opener/Knife Sharpener Power pierce lever helps penetrate cans with ease. No. 5-91. Presto 4 Slice Toaster Terrific, practical gift. No. T04. Presto Electric Griddle Family size griddle with non-stick surface. No. 07012. CoiMir Mist 'N Sal HuiriatUr 20 tangle free rollers for perfect curls everytime. No. H53. Clalrol 1 for Tho Road Dryer Three heat settings with built in stand. Sunbeam Rascal Razor Electric raior for women. Men's Norolco Rotatract Razor Rechargeable rasor with twin action blades. No. HP1318. Clairol Mirror Mirror Regular and magnifying all-purpose mirror. No. RM-2. First Alert Smoke/Fire Detector Professional detector with escape light. No. SA120. Ironstone Dinnerware Set 20 pc. service for four by Anchor Hocking. Kensington 24 pc. Beverage Set 8 each 11 oz. rocks, 12 oz. beverage, 5 cooler. General Store Cookware Sot 7 pc. set with durable non-stock interior. 9 Pc. Spice Jar Sots 8 jars with rack. 110 Lb. Barbell Set Standard Set. No. DC-110. Playskool Lincoln Logs 72 pc. set for hours of fun. No. 884. Our Reg. 4.93 Handy Andy Tool Belt includesbelt, tools S flashlight. Spin Bingo includes 100 chips end 18 cards. Four's A Party Fantasy ware Great for the little hostess. Baby Sundae Doll Adorable drink S wet doll. Rock-A-Baby Drinks 6 wets do|l with musical cradle. Pounding Board Wood board with hammer ond pegs Pull-A-Long Penguin Delightful pull toy for boys or girls. Mattol Musical Go-Tar Turn the handle and hear o tune. No. 4724. Fisher Price Explorer Rugged riding toy. No. 980. Tuff Stuff Fir* Truck No sharp udges or corners. No. 1320. Tuff Stuff Ship Loader Strong enough to carry the Tuff Stuff name. No. 1321. Our Reg. 12.94-1S.97 Our Reg. 29.74 Our Reg. 4.94 Our Reg. 10.74 Our Reg. 4.47 Our Reg. 4.74 Our Reg. 11.94 Our Reg. 9.94 Our Reg. 2.94 Our Reg. 4.97 - Our Reg. 3.74 Our Reg. 23.83 Our Reg. 11.84 Our Reg. 14.57 1.27 25% OFF Crtm V»» (Halt* 9.27 4 87 3.83 20 * O OFF Regular Prices Our Reg. 29.87 24.76 Our Reg. 31.74 25.97 Our Reg. 24.32 19.93 Our Reg. 28.74 23.43 Our Reg. 37.74 33.47 ^ Our Reg. 17.54 14.76 Our Reg. 23.47 19.27 Our Reg. 33.24 27 76 Our Reg. 25.97 19.93 Our Reg. 14.82 13.47 Our Rag. 19.93 15.76 Our Reg. 54.37 49.87 Our Reg. 12.97 9.^7 Our Reg. 24.97 19,93 Our Reg. 24.97 19.87 O -- e N « ? 11.96 Our Reg. 47.87 33. S 7 9 . 9 3 24.4 6 4.43 7.73 4.23 4.73 8.73 7.73 1.97 3.37 2.97 18.73 8.76 H3.33