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PAGE 17 - PLAINDK \LtK - FRIDAY, JANUARY 23,1M1 Twice Told Tales FIFTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of January 15, 1931) St. Clara's Court, No. 569, W.C.O.F , celebrated its silver anniversary at St. Mary's hall. A chicken dinner was served, followed v by cards and a program. The hall was decorated in silver and white, with a three-tier birthday cake adorned with twenty-five candles About 100 guests were present, including Mrs Anna R Downes, high chief ranger, and Mrs. Murphy, High vice- chief ranger, both of Chicago. The third annual meeting of the McHenry local of the Pure Milk association was held tat the city hall with election of officers as the main business of the day E.A. Thomas was again elected as president, with Mat Blake selected as vice- president in place of E.R. Sutton, Lester Sherman as secretary and Gerald Carey, treasurer. The fine spring weather, which was enjoyed by everyone in this vicinity last week, brought forth some real bonafide signs of spring and seemed more con­ vincing than ever when it was reported that robins and dandelions had been seen by some of our residents (Taken from the files of January 22. 1931) Accidents seemed to be the order of the day Sunday as the heaviest snowfall of the winter made pavements per­ ilously slipper, obstructed vision and made travel dangerous The blinding, wet snow stuck to windshields, making it necessary to stop every few minutes and wipe off the glass while the roads became so slipper that chains were almost a necessity The Ford Motor company announced a reduction in prices of Ford cars, effective Jan 19 The drop in price ranges from $5 to $45. ac­ cording to the model The change is made to bring additional sales and it has already affected the business of the local dealers, the Bass-Page Motor Sales, as they delivered three cars this week A pretty wedding took place at Johnsburg. Jan 21. when Miss Martha Tony an and Mr. George Schmitt were unitM in marriage by the Rev Father Vollman (Taken from the files of January 16, 1941) Installation of radio broadcasting equipment in the county sheriffs office was brought to light again when Supervisor Carl E. Wittmus of Dunham township informed the County board of supervisors that the Farmers' Protective association at Harvard, formerly known as the Harvard Anti-Horse Thief association, recently voted $100 toward the purchase of- such equipment. Radio equipment for the sheriff's office has been under con­ sideration in McHenry county for the past four years One half minute left in the game. McHenry, at the tail end of a 28-27 score, fights desperately to obtain possession of the ball. Woodstock Alemite tries to keep control of the ball. The crowd is following the ball as a hawk does its prey. C.O.F. gets the ball, zips it around and shoots. As the pill gets to the rim of the basket, everyone feels sure it will drop. To the home town fans it is the last ray of hope as the ball falls off the rim and the whistle blows leaving McHenry holding the short straw. By LeRoy Het- termann. TWENTY-FIVE YEARSAGO (Taken from the files of January 12, 1956) Earl R. Walsh, city clerk, has been named to head the sports division of the McHenry Heart committee fund drive There is no question that the McHenry heart drive merits the support of every thinking person, particularly when Coroner Theron J. Ehorn, in his report on Dec. 6. 1955, reported that out of 121 deaths the top killer was charged with taking 63 lives Auto accidents claimed 26 lives Gus Unti, Jr., has been cast in the role of Tom Prior in the three-act drama, "Outward Bound" which will be presented at Nor­ thern Illinois State college on March l and 2 Gus is the son the senior Untis of Green mid-winter street. A freshman? at DeKalb, he is a graduate of the local high school, where he was seen in the plays. "Ever Since Eve" and "Annie Get Your Gun". FORTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of January 9. 1941 > Joseph Justen of Ringwood. "The Motorcycle Kid", has recently com­ pleted another of his cross­ country hops for which he has become locally famous and returns with another tale of adventure This time, however, he motored the distance in his cream colored Ford, forsaking his constant companions, his motorcycle and pup tent, on account of the coolness of the atmosphere at this time of year Having completed his eighth long distance trip, Joseph has viewed the sights in 45 states of these United States. Next spring he hopes * to travel eastward and set foot in the three remaining, Maine, New Hampshire and Rhode Island. Further indications of the growth of the City of McHenry was evidenced at the Council meeting when a plat of Venice Park was approved Venice Park is a new subdivision adjoining Boone Creek, being developed by Frederich A. Beller • Taken from the files of January 19, 1956) After many appeals to vehicle owners on the part of the City Council and Police department, an ordinance was passed some time ago prohibiting all-night parking on city of McHenry streets. This was necessitated by need for having streets clear during nights when snow plowing is in progress. At the meeting of the Council, it was voted to approve additional street lights on. Elgin road from Allen avenue south, in­ cluding intersections of Edgebrook Heights streets. A long-standing order for lights in Cooney Heights is expected to be completed in a few days. Another improvement is expected in the near future as the city has entered into an agreement with Martin Cooney for a lot in Cooney Heights where a water well is to be developed. Mr. Cooney has agreed to give the city a lot in the sub­ division either at the site of an existing undeveloped well or at a new location provided that action is taken within the next six months. RT 31 and Rt 1 ?( McHonry CADILLAC PONTIAC (815)385-6000 COME 10 INI BIGGEST CA ML LAC-PON TIAC KAUR M INI"COUNTY" Local traffic court was a busy place with 50 speeding cases being tried and nine other violations reported. The new speed device was put into operation and a long list of offenders was re^jrded . ) TEN YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of January 13, 1971) Nineteen residents of the McHenry area were in­ cluded in a 63-member Citizens' Advisory com­ mittee to the McHenry County college board named at a special college board meeting. An unanimous vote for the new committee came on the recommendation of Acting President John Garrett, who presented the , proposed list. Vale Adams of McHenry was nominated as a can­ didate for election to the 1971 board of directors for the YMCA. The new board of directors will have the responsibility of the steering of the YMCA through the completion of the building program. The first known snowmobile fatality in the McHenry area since the sport skyrocketed, to popularity in recent years occurred when Robert W. Broz, 53, of McHenry died in an accident which occurred in a field on Chapel Hill road. (Taken from the files of January 20, 1971) James E. Pearson, artist and teacher residing in Ringwood, has written an eight-page cover story en­ titled "Eagle's Nest Colony" for the magazine Outdoor Illinois. McHenry county officials announced the activation of a new communications control center. -McHenry county Sheriff Arthur Tyrrell indicated that the new center would set a standard within the highway safety, law enforcement and fire communications field for years to come The McHenry Warriors found the wars of the hard­ wood to their disliking last weekend as they were beaten soundly at North Chicago 69-48 and then returned to their home battlegrounds only to be tromped by the Broncos of Barrington 65-52. Cary Grove defeated the wrestling Warriors by a score of 22-V The Warriors won the last three matches but could not come up with a pin along the way to pull out a victory. Each team won six matches but Cary Grove got two pins to spell the dif­ ference. Ringwood News Karen Kirwan Bazilewich 653-9626 Donates Equipment SMOKING CLINIC The Crystal Lake Ambutal is offering its second Quit Smoking clinic Feb 16 to area residents who really want to quit. The ambutal is located one-half mile north of Route 176 and Route 31. Phone 455-3650 and the registration form will be sent. The class is limited to 25. New Columnist Reports News I can't imagine anything more appealing than to realize introducing myself to you as the new columnist for the Ringwood News. My name is Karen Kirwan Bazilewich, but you can call me Karen, or you cAn call me at 653-9626 with all your weekly information about Ringwood happenings. Please, deadline will be Monday morning before 12 o'clock. I have been a j "Ringwoodian" for about three and one half years and prior to that, a resident of „ McHenry for six years. I really enjoy this little town in the middle of the country. Living in the town itself, I'm especially appreciative of the lovely old homes and am intrigued by all its history. Owner of one of the older homes myself, I find chan­ ging the house back to an interior more suitable to its age. (because of earlier remodeling), is one of my greatest' pleasures and goals You ask what information we need in our column? (notice, I said "our" column). Well, birthdates, anniversaries, get togethers, club news, out of town visitors and if you're not sure, please call and find out. In case you don't think anyone cares, rumor has it that we have a former Ringwood person, a mere 90 years young no less, who now resides in warm, warm California, and weekly reads our little Ringwood items. And, while checking the rumor out, I find its no rumor but a downright fact,, and I salute you Anna Shadle. I will think of you often while writing this column. 1 do hope I will do justice to this column and carry on the fine work our former columnists Doris Low and Katie Christopher have done. But being Doris only lives a frog leap away, I'm ( sure I will be leaping over *' qafte frequently finding out if this is alright, or if this and that are allowed, and heaven knows, what do I do next! END OF GREAT ERA? Care or not, as we all know, the passenger trains have all stopped coming through Ringwood, and the train station has finally been torn down. Of course, if you remember the Ringwood train station, you probably laughed at the last part of the last sentence. It took me two years living in Ringwood before I ever noticed our little train station. A sad and lonely sight it was; a metal shed, eight by twelve feet or so, badly vandalized and some would say an eye sore. But as little as it was, it served the purpose of shelter for those traveling early to work through the years. So. we salute you little train station for your continous service through rain, sleet, snow and vadalism Many of us will always remember you fondly BOUNCING BABY GIRL Mike and Guy Winters are now enjoying the status of uncle. Their sister, Dorothy and hubby. Dale McMasters are the proud parents of a baby girl. She was born Dec 10 and weighed in at 5 lbs. 4 oz She will answer to the name of Kimberly Elizabeth. Dorothy lived in Ringwood before her marriage to Dale and they are currently living in Burlington. Wis. Best of luck to all three of you! UNITED METHODIST YOUTH TheU.M Y. meeting will be at the Ringwood church, Sunday evening, Jan. 25, at 6 p.m. The group will then go "tubeing" at Wilmot. There will be a fee for the use of the tubes Happy tubeing! BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Ringwood is celebrating many birthdays this month, and if you feel you have ever been missed, maybe it's because we don't have you listed in our birthday book Please don't hesitate to call me with your birthdates First of all, Robert Malsch will be blowing out candles Jan. 28; so will Rose Visconti, a long time resident of our town. On Jan 30. Johnnie Hogan Jr. will have his special day; also Lisa Ackerman, a special wish to you. On Jan. 30, also. Jerimiah Freeburg will be looking forward to cake and ice cream, six years young Lisa Maugh has her day Jan. 31. so does Pat Adams. Another 31st celebrater is Barbara Nelsen Last but not least, that special man in my life. Gregory Bazilewich has his birthday Jan 31 also ANNIVERSARIES Jan 28 is the special day (or Shirley and William Christy; may you be blessed with many more Feb 3 is Lor and Bob Brennen's very special day together; hope you enjoy it to the fullest. DATES TO REMEMBER Jan. 25 - Ringwood Methodist church services, 9:15 a m Jan. 25 -- Church school. 9:45 a m • Jan. 25 -- Tubeing party U.M.Y., 6 p.m Jan. 27 -- Choir Ringwood church, 7 p.m. Feb. 1 -- Ringwood Methodist church service. 9:15 a.m.; Church school. 9:45 a.m. Feb. 9 - 4-H Meeting. Ringwood school. V I Mayor Joseph Stanek shows appreciation at the last Council meeting as he accepts a donation of some of the sports equipment that was purchased for the City Park department by the McHenry Police Officers association. Representing the association. Officer Anthony Militano makes the Monday night presentation. STAFF PHOTO-ANTHONY OLIVER TAX BREAK Illinois motorists who use gasohol will receive a tax break for the next few years as a result of legislation recently signed into law by Gov.vThompson The new law removes the four per­ cent state sales tax from gasohol until July 1. 1982. when the tax will be rein­ stated in four states, ex­ plained J Thomas Johnson, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue The tax will be reimposed at the following rate: July 1. 1982. one percent . July 1.1983. two percent; July 1. 1984. three percent; July 1. 1985 and thereafter, four percent CONTRACTORS' DANCE Officers of the Plumbing & H e a t i n g C o n t r a c t o r s a s s o c i a t i o n o f L a k e a n d McHenry counties will be officially installed in office at the annual installation dinner dance at the Cabriolet restaurant. Rtes 137 and 21. Libertyville. Saturday. 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