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Postmaster's tips on Christmas mailing With the Christmas mailing aeason just ahead, McHenry Postmaster Leroy M. Smith is offering tips for customers to assure that their cards and packages arrive on time and in good shape. In addition to shopping and mailing early, customers are urged to properly address cards and packages with the name, house number and street (or post office box number), and the city, state and zip code reserved for the last line. "It is also a good idea to put a slip of paper with the recipient's name and address and your return address inside parcels, and be sure the addressing on }the outside of the parcel includes your return address and zip code", Smith said. Customers are also reminded to check the size of their en­ velopes before mailing Christmas and other holiday cards. Letter size standards require that envelopes be at leak 3 Mi inches high and 5 in­ ches long to be acepted for mailing. The postal service is also asking customers to put an ounce of extra care into preparing parcel post and other packages for mailing. Parcels will arrive at their intend^} destination in good shape if you follow a few simple suggestions: CUSHION-Make sure con­ tents are well-cushioned and there is no empty space in the box. Use crumpled newspaper around the item, 'including all sides, top and bottom. Com­ mercially available foam shells or air-pocket padding also make good cushioning materials. Padded mailing bags are a good way to mail small items. DON'T OVERWRAP-Just use your carton. Brown paper and twine cord are not necessary. Paper can rip, and twine can become entangled in processing equipment. SEAL PROPERLY -Close your parcel with one of the three recommended types of tape: pressure sensitive, nylon- reinforced kraft paper, or glass- reinforced pressure sensitive. It's a good idea to put a slip with the address and return address inside the parcel. AVOID SMUDGES-Use smudge-proof ink for your ad­ dressing. ADDRESSES-Put the recipient's address in the lower right portion of the package. Put your return address in the upper left hand corner of only one side of the package. Remove all labels from the box. CODES-Be sure to in­ clude the zip code in both the recipient's and your return address. Remember, wrong zip codes can delay the mail. TIME IT RIGHT-Mail early in the month and early in the day. R I G H T S E R V I C E -- Irreplaceable items, such as cash and other valuables, should be sent by registered mail. Priority mail affords first- class handling for packages TONY S.£OLLETtl WISHES TO ANNOUNCI THAT HE If NOW EMA SO M THE SEN EML PRACTICE Of LAW VWTNOfftCESAT 40 BRINK STREET CRYSTAL LAKE, ILLINOIS 60014 815/495-1733 LICENSED TO PRACTICE M ILLINOIS AMD FUMIDA SECTION I • PAGE 1 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. DECEMBER 7. IW weighing over 12 ounces and up to 70 pounds. Priority mail can be sent from any post office, station or branch or through rural carriers to any address in the U.S. Delivery of priority mail is accomplished in two to three days anywhere in the country. Priority mail can even be used for foreign mailings. The service is available with !, return receipt, COD, certifi&a es of mailing and special elivery. Customers interest! Kin priority mail post office for general yci IDI ai News Christmas workshop for children should co details. The Chicago Botanic Garden is offering a special Christmas Workshop for , children Saturday, Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children will make ornaments, a door decoration, wrapping paper and more. The workshop will include a tour of the Christmas tree display. Each person should bring a lunch. All materials for crafts will be provided. Children ages 5-12 are welcome to attend. Parents of young children are encouraged to remain with their children during the workshop. 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Features finger jointed, pine construction walnut stained, antiqued finished mili­ tary hasp and hinges Decorated with Winchester slogans and the famous horseman trademark. Reg. 24.97 CHRISTMAS PRICE 19»7 10% OFF ALL NEW AND USED GUNS IN STOCK SAVE TASCO 8x30 WIDE ANGLE SPORTSMAN BINOCULAR A great value at an unbelievable low price. This pair of binoculars is ideal for hunting and other outdoor activities. Extra sharp lenses provide long viewing time without eye fatigue. Features coated lenses, center focus, and roll down eye cups for use with or without glasses. Deluxe carrying case and straps included. Reg. 48.97 CHRISTMAS PRICE 2497 1st PLACE REMINGTON MODEL 7400 30-06 w/Leupold 3x9 SCOPE FRANK ROZNIK 2041b. 9 Pointer 2nd PLACE WINCHESTER MODEL 94 30-30 MICHAEL ALLARD 2021b. 13 Pointer 3rd PLACE RUGER MODEL 10-22 JAMES WORLIN 2021b. 12 Pointer 4th PLACE $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE ROGER PETERSON 198 lb. 8 Pointer 5th PLACE $25 GIFT CERTIFICATE TROY JORDAN 1981b. 8 Pointer 9 REDHEAD/BLACK SHEEP DELUXE CHAMOIS SHIRTS Naturally warm, super comfortable, extra durable chamois shirts at a low price. Made of 100% cotton heavy weight chamois cloth that becomes softer after each washing. Features pleated bellow pockets ' and nylon lined collars. Full cut allows free move- \ ment and long tails that stay tucked in. Choice of tan / or blue. I Men s sizes: S< 14 - 14-1/2), M(15 - 15-1/2), /, L(16 - 16-1/2), XL(17 - 17-1/2). Ladies sizes: S<8-10), M( 12-14). L(16-18) $20.00 CHRISTMAS PRICE 1297 GANDER'S YUKON SLEEPING BAG A fine value on a feature loaded super warm sleeping bag. Filled with 3 lbs. of DuPont Hollofil 808 in double constructed bag. Temperature rat­ ing of 20°F. Full size of 34" x 77" drawstring top with cord lock, 72" heavy duty zipper. Washable, rust color ripstop nylon exterior with tan ripstop inner lining. Reg. 54.97,, CHRISTMAS 0^197 WOODS LAKE PLACID DOWN PARKA This fine parka offers total protection for de­ manding weather conditions. Entirely insul­ ated with prime northern down Outer fabric of tightly woven, wind proof water repellent blend of 60% cotton/40% nylon. Inner lining of 100% Nylon taffeta Two way nylon zipper is protected by a self fabric storm flap that buttons. Stretch nylon cuffs hug the wrist 4 pockets in front with two fleece lined hand warmers and two flapped pockets PRICE Men s sizes S(36-38), M(40-42) LG{44-46), XLG(46-50) Color Tan and Navy Blue Reg. 179.97 *60 Oo CHRISTMAS PRICE 119 9 7 , Ladies' sizes. 5(10), M(12) Color Tan Reg. 169.97 CHRISTMAS PRICE V 109 9 7 w.«j LIMITED QUANTITIES DEPEND ON IT. GARCIA CARDINAL 753 SPINNING REEL A quality reel with mapy features of more expensive reels at an affordable price. Features 750° dura smooth rear drag, push button fiberglass, skirted spool. Solid brass pinion gear and helical main gear. Auto-manual bail trip. Left or right hand folding handle. Spool capacity 260 yds 4 lb.. 230 yds. 6 lb., 160 yds. 6 lb. Reg. Price 17.77 CHRISTMAS PRICE BUCKLITE SHEATH KNIFE A lightweight hunting knife with a 3" blade that weighs a mere 3-1/2 oz Neither quality or size was sacrificed to achieve the light weight Features: Blade of high carbon, High chrome rust resistant steel, Positive lock open action. One pieceValox 'handle, A velcro closing nylon sheath. Similar knives weigh 8 oz. CHRISTMAS PRICE 15®7 J* PLANO 9106 TACKLE BOX A fine tackle box for the fisherman that uses a large assortment of lures. Has 6 large wormproof trays that are 1-1/2" deep; 42 stay dri ribbed compartments for worms and baits. Two heavy duty draw bolt type end latches, recessed handle for easy storage Plenty 7fiJJ of room in lower unit for reels, gear, etc. S i z e : 1 9 - 1 / 2 L x 11-1/4W x 10-1/2H. Weighs 10 lbs. Reg. 34.97 CHRISTMAS O VI Q7 PRICE 1797 tv SOREL 10" BUFFALO PAC BOOT Enjoy the warmth of these fine quality felt pac boots by Sorel A luxurious Pac style boot with premium full grain leather up­ pers that are triple stitched to waterproof rubber bottoms Features Non-marking lug sole. Heal assures positive non-slip footage. Felt liner. Acrylic fleece collar. Universal D width Sizes: 7 thru 13. Reg. 57.97 CHRISTMAS PRICE 4497 ji GANDER'S COTTON FATIGUE SWEATER The perfect sweater for outdoor activities or leisure wear. Designed after the original army fatigue sweater of World War II Made of 100% cotton Uni­ que 5 button, double fabric chest insert permits ventilation adjustment. Stand up collar Tubular knit­ ting does away with side seams Discourages stretch ana sag. Color Natural Mens sizes M(38-40). Lg(42-44), XL(46-48) Reg. 26.97 CHRISTMAS PRICE 1997 HUMMINB1RD TOURNAMENT SIXTY DEPTH *\AW* SOUNDER BIRD TRAP PORTABLE COMBO ih c AyE 4 TKCHSONIC INOUSTWE8, HMC. S>1 A top quality depth sounder at a budget price. This fine unit features a tHm line, super bright light for detailed itSh. bot­ tom contour and structure readings Sensitivity and noise rejection controls; dual scale (0-60 ; 0-120 ) Fully portable unit operates off of 2 six volt lantern batteries. Two inch transducer with suction cup mount. Reg. 177.77 CHRISTMAS PRICE 12997 TMH60