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SECTION 2 • PAGE 1 - PLAIN DEALER HER ALU. WEDNESDAY . DECEMBER S. 19S» Christmas campaign for needy begins fPfFTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of Dec. ft, 1W4) The 1934 Good Fellows Christmas campaign sponsored by The McHennr Township Emergency Relief association has opened for another Christmas season and in­ dividuals as well f as Ofganisations are asked to co­ operate in this movement and assist in filling Christmas baskets for the TWICE Edited years gone Raj ly McGee has recently received a silver star medal from the government for gallantry in action "during the war." Although the recom­ mendation was made in Oc­ tober, 1918, the medal has just been received in recognition of service ta the Argonne. McHenry's weather varied ovir the weekend from rain and $igh winds oh Saturday, to sunshine on Sunday, and snow, cold winds and freezing tem­ peratures on Monday. Holiday is celebrated at Lambs ' r '• The holiday season is now feeing celebrated at The Lambs, .located at the junction of Rt. 179 •and 1-94 Tollway, two miles east of Libertyville. : Santa Claus, a live Nativity scene, homemade goods and hay or sleigh rides are among the many attractions of The Lambs' Christmas season, which will be held through Monday, Dec. 24. Children and adults can enjoy a meal with Santa at The County \ Inn restaurant from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday and Sun­ day between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Life-sire figures and live animals will be featured in a live Nativity scene, illuminated after dark. Homemade products are available in many of The Lambs' shops, which serve as work and training centers for the program's mentally retarded men and women. Preserves, cheese, honey and chocolates are a few to the products in colorful gift packages at The Country Store. Hand-screened holiday greeting cards, note paper, stationary, and Christmas Tree ornaments are among the gift selections available at the gift shop. v '< A bakery features butter cookies, fruit breads and other treats. In the Pet, Shop, a variety of puppies, kittens, birds and tropical fish, as well as pet supplies are available. All proceeds from purchases inade in the shops directly benefit The Lambs, which offers jobs, job training, housing and social support services to mentally retarded adults. For further information, call the events hotline number at (312) 362HB774.' , . " V ' f ' f MCCD The next regular meeting of the McHenry County Con­ servation District Board of Directors will take place at 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 6 at the district office, 6512 Harts Road, Ringwood. FORTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of Dec. 7, 1944) Clarence Freund and Daniel Coon^y were two McHenry boys among representatives of 47 states, the Districtpf Columbia and Puerto Rico who received wings and commissions as navigators in the army air forces on Nov. 25. Their next assignment will be combat. Mrs. Mary Kennedy Ryan, One of the first property owners in the Lilymoor subdivision, died Nov. 29. The Suburban Oil Company, well known in this vicinity, in­ stalled a new asphalt plant on Route 14, one mile east of Route 31, that promises to prove beneficial in further develop­ ments throughout this area. The Peter M. Justen Fur- niture Company advertised "beautiful chairs to add comfort and color to any room", $24.50 to 184. TWENTY FIVE YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of Dec. 3, 1959) Little Cofleen Doherty pushed the button which lighted the noel and Christmas candles, the candy canes and toy soldiers which brightened McHenry for the holiday season. The Chamber of Commerce and the city council are uniting to finance the five-year plan of lighting designed to make McHenry one of the brightest cities in northern Illinois this Christmas season. Paul E. Gerasch, 59, for many years a business man in McHenry, died Dec.l, in St. Theresa hospital, Waukegan, where he had been confined for less than a day. The Right Rev. Msgr. Joseph Wagner, superintendent of schools in the diocese of Joliet, will preach the dedication sermon at the Solemn Pontifical Mass to be offered by His Ex­ cellency, Loras T. Lane, D.D., Bishop of Rockfprd, on the oc­ casion of the dedication rites for the new Marian Central Catholic high school, McHenry county's new institution of Catholic secondary education. TEN YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of Dec. 4, 1974) Eleven accidents in the McHenry-Wonder Lake area marked the arrival df the first snow and resulting icy road conditions over the weekend. Walter Dean was re-elected to a second two-year term as county board chairman. Dean was one of four county board members elected from District 2. The others were Edward Buss, Thomas Huemann and Willis Simms. The McHenry high Warriors of Coach Ken Ludwig came home with the third place trophy at the King Korn Tournament held at Sycamore. Thirteen members of the McHenry Sweet Adelines at­ tended the fall meeting of Region 3, International Organization of Sweet Adelines, in Springfield. Members of the "Happy Times Four" quartet won a comedy first place in the category of audience reaction with their presentation of "I'm All Alone." They included Dottie .Kaufman, Darlene Navaroli, Mary Jane BOelens and Vonnie Wynveen. Breakfast with Santa Sunday, Dec. 9th 10AM-2PM Family Style breakfast served on heaping platters. Homemade coffee cakes, muffins, turnovers, cinnamon rolls. Fresh fruit, scrambled eggs, home fried potatoes, sausage patties, baked ham, biscuits & sausage gravy. Free ornament for all ^ the kids! And a free picture with Santa! Adults only $4.95, (Children u^S1.95. Call now for reservations (815) 338-6700 OLD COURTHOUSE INN On The Woodstock Square 815/338-6700 For Reservations FIRST INSTITUTE OF TRAVEL' PROFESSIONAL TRAVEL INDUSTRY TRAINING CLASSES START IAN *7 • 15-week course • Day & evening classes • Over 170 hours of in-depth training • Hands on computer ... facilities *09'9«l kf Iht lUiMtt SUtt ftt*4 ti OuMtf IM tpoiltlkf 0« «l Ik* PltffNI kit Ml 31 i. Crystal Lake Ave. Crystal take, Jl 60014 (8lb) <59 3500 ô dnA Iffcuctfli#: ,jw. WILMOT SHOWROOM ON HWY W • ONE MII.E SOUTH OF WILMOT GANDERS MEN S SNOWMOBILE SUIT Filled with Hollofil 808 insulation designed to preserve your body heat FEATURES: • Elasticized back and knit cuffs stop drafts • Nylon outer shell and lining • Two large pockets with snaps • 16-1/2" leg zippers for easy on/off Size: S(36-38). M(40-42), L(44-46), XL(48-50) Vv^ • Right to limit quantities reserved. Sale price# valid in our showroom only. Thru December 11,1984 GANDERS WARM QUILT-LINED CHRISTMAS SALE reg. 49.97 Natural chamois quilted to a polyester filled nylon lining throughout body for 3 layers " exceptional warmth. PlATURCS: • Comfortable full cut w • Two roomy pockets with button V ,,aP8 V • Long sleeves with button front -- -• - •• • • • a Machine wash and dry Your choice: tan. brown and red. ^ Sizes: M(15-15-1/2). L(16-16-1/2). XL(17-17-1/2) CHRISTMAS SALE AMMO BOX Old fashioned ammo box. used to ship ammo around the turn of the century. Great' decorator piece Finger jointed, pine construction, walnut stained, antiqued finished, military hasp and hinges. Decorated with Winchester slogans. CHRISTMAS SALE 19" reg. 24.97 CALLS OF THE WILD DUCK & GOOSE CALL GIFT SET Two beautifully crafted calls from the company that specializes in quality bird calls. Ouck call of American walnut, goose call hand crafted from American black walnut. Handsomely gift boxed CHRISTMAS SALE Pre-lnventory Sale! Hams at Bargain pricea ireat Christmas gilts. Ni# STORE HOURS OPEN 1 HOUR EARLIER IN THE AM Now Open at 9 AM MON.-FRI. 9 AM to 9 PM SAT. 9 AM to 6 PM SUN. 10 AM to 5 PM PHONE 414-862-2344 Gander Mountain Catalog has over 5000 Christmas items to choose from! ji | | Stop in for Gander Mountain, mc ^, V* * , >. How About A Hi SHIRT JACS GANDER MOUNTAIN * *1 ^ f Special Person reg. 24.97 m e T. « • Smooth I e &#*( shaft* sup** Chicago ^ Cutlery 111.1TV 19" DIAMOND OPTIC HANDBLOWN GLASSWARE When you want a special touch, serve a guest's favorite beverage in one of these sparkling quartz glasses. 22K gold rims. Wildlife scenes are perma­ nently fired on. Available in: Highball Glsses Roly Poly Glasses Double Old Fashioned Glasses Choice of wildlife scenes: waterfowl, pheasants, and forest creatures CHRISTMAS SALE Set Of Six 39.97 STRIKEMASTER ICE AUGER New stainless steel high chromium blades make drilling holes a snap In­ cludes blades and blade guard 6" Auger CHRISTMAS 2697 reg. 31.97 7" Auger CHRISTMAS 2797 reg. 32.97 CHICAGO CUTLERY FOLDING LOCK-BACK FILLET KNIFE A precision cutting instrument that folds compactly for convenient storage in a tackle box or pocket Flexible blade of high carbon stain­ less steel Blade keeps an incredibly sharp edge and is easy to sharpen CHRISTMAS SALE Sheath included reg. 24.97 suimnno Bow Black Bear II Compound Bow ...... 4X Sport view Scope 3X-9X Sportview Scope Shooting Glasses iars Oft) Gun, Knife, Hunters Digest, Set of 3 ititefeelt 4420 Soto Reel . • 752 » f a* «7S3 !f|NM$S S" Thinsulate Boot 8" Insulated Boot -- Tracker Boot-Tan '-fluSa 4 i IWllnQ BOOt iksdsep Chamois Shirt stun • • . : ...109.97 . , . . 26.97 .2S.9T 2« m 18.97 58.97 .79.97 ,. 74JT . . . 1 4 . 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