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iv f , f j «*.%&m&* *t J9S8 POST 491 Boxing Bouts It's too bad that more members couldn't make the Chicago ! trip, it was really worthwhile. A „ bus was chartered ror the evening. We arrived at the Amphitheatre just in time for the open- ; ing bout. Our seats were the | best in the house, four reserved I boxes .in the center of the arena, • fifty feet from the ring and at eye level. We had intended. to | have seats a little less expensive but thanks to the officials of the C.Y.O., we had the best seats in , the house for half the usual , price. There were sixteen bouts ' in all, eight in the novice division and eight in the open divjsiojl l We all agreed that -the . best • bout of the evening was between Irish born Brian O'Shea and Ronald Jones in the 118 pound class, ' open division. The applause tor . this bout was deafening. That ; we were not the only ones to pick these two as the best was proved after when Ronald Jones was awarded the trophy for the "best sportsman" of the tournament and Brian O'Shea was awarded the trophy for "most spectacular" boxer of the tournament. .By mixing these bonus trips and other social events with the normal activities of the Legion,, we hope to attract fevery eligible veteran in this community to the Legion membership that is their due and privilege and to make membership even more enjoyable for those who already are members. If there is an event that the members in sufficient numbers care to attend, the post will do everything possible to see that their wishes are carried out. In checking over the attendance records, I see that, so far,* there are fifty-seven members eligible for the coming trip to Big League baseball next summer. It is not too late to add your name to the list. If you Me already a member, attend each monthly meeting from now on til summer and you are in. If you are just now joining the post, or whenever you join, attend each meeting from time of membership until baseball time and you, too, will make this trip with us. It is too early to have a definite date yet, tut I have been in communication with Warden Joseph E. Ragen of the Illinois state penitentiary at Joliet and I believe that interested members will soon have the'. opportunity to mak» a tour of this institution. From what I have heard so far, the tour will take several hours and will even include lunch served in the prison dining hall. It is more than a rumor now. Ed Reid, senior vice-commander, is all set for the annual membership dinner. I have seen the printed tickets, so it is now fact instead of rumor. However, since Ed, is also membership chairman, you will have to wait for him to announce the date. This affair has always been well at tended but Ed has plans of making it an even bigger success than it' has been in the past. Let's all watch for this date. If among those of you who j^ead this article, there are honorably discharged veterans of hybrid War I, World Was H or the Korean conflict, we invite you to become a member of our post. This is your opportunity'to join a livewire post., one that is going places. If you are eligible for membership, come \lown and get acquainted; The exceptionally large < attendance at the regular meeting Monday night almost caught 'Junior Vice-Commander Hendricks faltfooted. The attractive lunch he had prepared looked smdller and smaller as the members poured; ih. Luckily, the auxiliary had left a large quanity of prepared and sliced roast beef in the ice box so the day was saved ind all were well fed. To add to the good food, the post said "Merry Christmas" to the members present with free beer. Needles to say, everyone was happy. The Legion -sponsored basketball team appeared Monday night to give an account of their progress so far. Everything is going fine, but a larger attendance- is needed at these games. Following this announcement, a brisk sale of tickets took place. The auxiliary can use some more male help to distribute baskets and presents on the Friday and Saturday before Christmas. Let's go men! If you have some free time, call Eleanor Reid and volunteer your services. Our rifle squad is showing the Christmas spirit early. They tre being host and escort on every other Wednesday night to the Explorer Boy Scout troop of Eugene Drill post, American Legion, fronl Hebron. This Scout trocp, highly interested in shooting as a competitive sport, was in need of an indoor range for the winter. The members of our rifle squad were happy to provide the use of the range and necessary escorts for each night of shooting. Another flash date at press time! I have just received permission from Warden Joseph E. Ragen to- have the members of our post make a tour of Statesvflle prison at Joliet. The tour will be made on Sunday, Jan. 20. As we must be at the prison no later than 1 p.m., we will have to leave McHenry at about 11 a.m., depending on the weather. The trip will probably be made by chartered bus. If yoy care to go, notify the post as soon as is possible. Warden Ragen requests advance notice as to the number of persons making the trip. The women of the auxiliary have also been invited to visit Statesville, so it is possible that the trip may be a joint venture. From the many comments received on this column, it is evi- Guild yoursm Skis sturdy, versatile. UIK BHD workbench mmmmff Here's the ideal, inexpensive way to get that needed workbench . . .. perfect for home workshop, garage, work desk, photo or hobby bench. Rugged, high tenfile rail steel supports in exclusive "K" design for wobble-free rigidity, with hole* located in the legs for fastening to wall or floor if desired. Standards finished in attractive forest green, and all bolts, nuts and screws are plated. 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At press time we learn that the membership dinner will, be h^ld . Jan. 19. Get your tickets early. - $1,415 COUNTY QUOTA OF RED CHOSS FOR HUNGARIAN RELIEF Help Santa durable Toys As each day. passes, the number of Hungarians left destitute increases and the need for assistance becomes more acute. The American National Red Cross, in cooperation with over forty .other national societies, is doing everything possible to relieve the suffering of these people. An immediate Red Croa> fund campaign for five million dollars to help meet these needs i& being launched. McHenry county's, share of that quota is $1,415. A Red Cross representative is now ih Austria coordinating the assistance being given refugees through the League of Red Cross Societies. Tons of food, clothing, shelter and medical supplies are being provided those who have fled to'Austria in addition to many more who are in dire circumstances in Hun, gary itself. . - . When you and Sar.ta go shopring for toys, bo sure to select durable ones, says Put Robinson, University qf Illinois child devejopmenfand family relations specialist. Of course, few toys are completely unbreakable, but there are degrees of durability in all toys. Since more than one child usually plays with every loy, durability is very important. Construction is a key to durability. More and more .hard r ubber and unbreakable plastics are becoming available all the time, and they make good, strong toys. But beware of brittle, rough-cut edges in both plastic and> metal toys. Well-constructed toys made of hard woods are also good, but they should have well-rounded corners andHbe well sanded so that the child won't pick up splinters. If there are removable parts, they should be large enough to keep a youngster from swallowing them. Almost all toys are painted today, so buy those using bright primary colors and non-toxic paint, says Misk Robinson. 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