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Eighteen THE McHENRY PLAINDEALER Thursday, December 21, 1961 W |4cCullom Lake ' "aXO'CAL FOLKS ASSIST VICTIMS n OF CAR CRASH Eve Levesque ,1(,Mrs. Bernice Bjork was the . .first person to reach the scene of.the accident when Mrs. Jacqueline Mortimer of Wonder Lake crashed into the light pole at the intersection of Gate 6 and the blacktop on Wednesday evening between 4:45 and v ^p.m. There were three other • passengers in ihe car, but most * "seriously injured was Miss Ma»y Lou Gale who required 'ihirtv stitches on and about l be", face. She was riding in the right front seat and shattered the windshield. She was taken to McHenry hospital for treatment and released on Friday. 'Details^appear on the front - page-of the Fiairidealer. ***- The other two women who * 'were, passengers at the time -are Mrs. Jeanne Motulewicz. , J^niT'Mrs. Harriet Wilson, also of* Wonder Lake. They were • taken to a physician in Wonder * Lake where they were treated and released. Mrs. Bjork heard the crash and dashed across the street to help-^the women from the car. I jloren Bishop of Greenwood rushed to the scene with blankets. About one half hour after the. accident, Mrs. Bjork suffured a reaction ;ind became * a bit. shaky, but her nerves * were calm while she was playing the good Samaritan. Word Received of JFee Cermak's Death Joseph Cermak, a summer " resident for-many yea re. passed aw«$ oft Wednesday of last week. Services were held in Clarendon Hills on Saturday. - . Mr. and. Mrs. Cermak owned a * ~"r*cottage on Park View West ~ .Hand ofi June 28, 1959 they cele- -- •brated their golden wedding "gffiii?ersary with a large party. _^Mrs. Cermak died in November -- of that year. Survivors include „ ""a sorv Joe, Jr.; two daughter ••*»Mr9."3aillian Klicka and Mrs. 'ji^iprr&d Checker and seven : grapdehiidren. *""Yuie Party for Ladles Tonight The Chfistmas season will be celebrated tonight by the Ladies i of the Lake when they congregate in the beachhouse for .thdir annual festivities. The program will begin at 8 ' Jp.m. Each woman is requested 'to bring a one dollar gift for the exchange. The committee has planned a fine evening of entertainment and you won't want to miss it. . Tillage Board Routine business was conducted at the last meeting of ; the president and trustees held on Monday* Dfec. 11. Because ' of the holidays, no fnore mefetipks .W.i'1 be held this year. The •- tJbferd will cohvene again or. $ppfoy, Jan. 8, 1868 at 8 p.m. Ml- the beacHhoUs& The public fek invited. Infant Presented for Baptism Connie Ruth, the six month ntd .daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ai Horn, Jr., was christened at Nativity Lutherari church, Wfender Lake, during the Sunday services. The Rev. W. L. T^Ltunmel officiated. Actihg as godmother for the child was ljgyr aunt, Ruth Tabor Suchy. of ^bodstock and uncle Don is 'her godfather. Parents, Diaite attd A1 were also present at the font. After the service, dinner for the^entipe family was prepared anfl served at Diane and Al's liatne 4» Wonder Lake. Beaming at the wee one in all her finery were proud maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Tabor of Lakewood subdivision; paternal grandparents, the A1 Horn, Srs.; great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Matt Tabor of Chicago and Mrs. Bertha Heinz of Wonder Lake; and great aunt and uncle. Marge and Tony Dorner of Chicago. Pastor and Mrs. Thummel and their two kiddies also "broke bread" with the family. Two Teens Accept Catholic Faith A solemn event occurred on Saturday morning when Sandra and Billy Brennan, the children of Dorie and Bill, were baptized into the Catholic faith at St. Patrick's church. Their mentor was Father Parker who has been instructing the children for many weeks. Sandy and Bill were sponsored by Gladys and Merv Schmitt who felt very proud to be so hon ored. Brother and sister made their first Holy Comrrtunion on Sunday morning, and following the" ceremony, dinner was served at the Schmitts in honor of the occasion. Gladie prepared turkey and all the trimmings and the cuisine w;„o pronounced "deelish"! Joyful "Wet" Reunion! Tears flowed in many direct tions when Private John Padgett embraced his grandmother, May Kennenberg on Friday night. The handsome young lad with proper military bearing came in for a surprise furlough after completing 8 weeks basic training at Fort Knox, Ky. He will be in the area for about 20 days. John is commuting back and forth from his mother's home in Woodstock to the village. During his 8 $6#eks, John made expert rifleman and Is proudly wearing his medals attesting to the fact. No doubt that this young man will be an asset to his country's Army! Upon completion of his time off, the young soldier will report back to Fort Knox for sight mere weeks of training in the clerical field and will then be ready for a permanent assignment. During the reunion, he was properly greeted by aunts Jean MctDonald and Theresa Cunningham, "grand father" Butch Kennenberg, and uncle Hughie. We couldn't be happier about writing this pleasant news! vance--you have always operated so beautifully. Christmas Decor Red, green, blue, and yellow Christmas tree lights are/^oing their part towards dispelling the gloom of the dark, wintry nights. Our villagers have goi.T "all out" this year in the way of outside decorations. The fruits of their labors are visible at the homes of Lil and Mark Ringelstetter, the Harold Vycitals, Diane and Chase Koch, the Bonny Egerstaffers, Louise and Carl Berquist, the Roy Nyes and many, many others. Sunday afternoon and evening the carols were being played via the loudspeaker atop the Bjork residence and this always heralds the news that Christmastime is here. Johnsburg TWIN DAUGHTERS BORN DEC. 13 TO SCHAEFER FAMILY Betty Hetterniann From One Ditch Driver to Another Experieftced in that field is young son, Matthew Johathah, who was giving sage words of advice to Gene Frost Sunday morning as Gene awaited the tow truck to haul him out of the ditch on Spring Road. Seems as though he was coming arouhd the corner late Saturday night and "nosed" his big white; station wagon into the crevice! Our three year old had the ^ame experience last summer when he moved the parking brake and our car rolled down the driveway, across the street, and was hung up on the opposite bank. Scared witless was daughter, Dierdre, who inadvertently was a passenger for the "wild ride". Towing services were required to correct the mess and we have a few dents for memory. Orchid Occasions Eight years old is Peggy O'Halleran today. Dec. 21. . • The Jake Loeschels will be observing their wedding anniversary tomorrow, Dec. 22. . . Nels Brand will be 4 on Dec 2,°- while Johnny Matthesius will be 7 on Christmas Eve. . .Dec. 27 will find Donny Burg, also 7, and Gert Helwig will be one year "older! Thought 1 was going to tell on her, huh? Best wishes to all! Babies are always news when i they come into this big, won- | derful world of ours, so twins | are twice as much news. Pleas- | antly surprised with two little j live dolls were Leo and Rita i Schaefer on Dec. 13. Shortly i 'n& Sifts after 9 o'clock last Wed evening, the Woodstock tal was the scene of bir Dehronh Sue and Donna Debbie weighed 6 lbs., 3'a ozs. at birth while liitle Donna only tipped the scales at 3 lbs., 12la o/.s. Little Donna remained in the, hospital to gain a little more weight while Debbie and At the last meeting for this year, troop 295 saluted the flag and repeated the promise. During this meeting the girls finished up projects that had not been completed at the last meeting. Before the Evening was over they held a talent show. Maria Martin was the cookie hostess. The girls went skating on Dec. 16, and later had their Christmas party at Mrs. Barths home. After exchangt hose who earned e awarded them, were served by ,ong and Dehn. ice cream were brought by birthday girl, Kathy Palmer. Meetings for 1 his troop will 1)0 resumed on Jan. 3. There will be no skating on Dec. 23, but on Dec. 30, there will be her mom came home Sunday, skating. The Schaefers also have a son -- and five other daughters. i Home for the Holidays We all join in wishing them Tom Thiel arrived home Playing a Dangerous Game! Reports are still coming in about our young school children playing "chicken" at the various bus stops in the morning. Gates 4, 3, and 2 are especially bad. The boys and girls play at the intersections and also dash into the busy blacktop and "dare" drivers to make them move! Icy and snowy roads are not conducive to a fast stop and we could have a tragedy. Threaten YOUR kids with bodily mayhem if they don't cease and desist! Christmas vacation has already begun and you have about two weeks to "brainwash" them. May every good blessing be yours for this glorious Christmas season and we'll see you next week. Men who harvest fish on the Grand Banks realize 2^ to 3 cents per pound for their catch --often 5 to 10 tofts p£r 5 mars crew, per day. sincere best wishes for a happy future with their lovely family. Hospital • Notes Bob Hiller spent several days recently in the Woodstock hospiial where he underwent surgery. Get well wishes to him for a speedy recovery. Sewing iJuild Meets The Pink Ladies Sewing Guild met recently at the home of Esther Knapp of Fairview avenue. Their annual Christmas party was held at this time. The ladies enjoyed a pot luck supper followed by a grabbag gift exchange. Games were i deadline for the column once also on the agenda. Agnes Ko- again. Anyone wishing to have man and Nellie Bergene# at - 1 items in next week's column, is from Alaska last .week.to spend the holidays with his parents, relatives and friends. "Speedy" has been in the army for over a year and is real happy to be spending a thirty day furlough here. Susan Pitzen and Carol Ann Stilling of St. Coletta's school in Jefferson, Wis., arrived at their .respective homes last Sunday to spend the holidays with their families. Susan participated in a Christmas play at school before coming home. Early Deadline The holidays bring an early tended from Johnsburg while McHenry visitors were: Tess Kelly, Mrs. Siadek, Helenc Pepping, Marion Carlson, Margaret Bolin, Lillian Cox, Celia Blake and Lilah Jordan. Pistakee Highland guests were: Marge Moreth. Gert Snell anil Lorraine Lindemann. I asked to phone me before noon ! this Friday, Dec. 22. Please | keep the early deadline in mn:d I for the next two weeks. I Baby Baptized Last Sunday afternoon, the i infant granddaughter of Mr. I and Mrs. Bill Martinec was ; baptized at St. Mary's church. Visits Rome j Bonnie Jean, daughter of Dot Bill, son of Bill a n d R u t h j and Dan Thurvvell had Rita Martinec, who has been in the j Thurwell and Melvin Freund as Navy for more than two years | her sponsors. Later in the day, •>ent 1-hrce days sighr-j-supper was served" io Mr. and seeing in Rome. He was quite impressed with the beauty of the city and said it was by far the most beautiful place he had ever seen. Bill is the editor of his ship's newspaper. Girl Scout News Troop 378 finished their Christmas project and wrapped it at last week's meeting. They also enjoyed playing games. These girls are planning - a carolling party for this week. Mrs. Robert Thurwell, Rita and Donnie, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Freund, and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Martinec and Bobby. Around the Town Hank and Clara Nell were recently visited by their daughter from New Jersey for a week. Several troop leaders and committee women from this vicinity enjoyed a Christmas luncheon and gift exchange at the McHenry Country club last Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. George Oeffling, Sr., celebrated their Christmas a little earlier than usual this year. Their family was present in their home last. Saturday for the pre-holiday celebration. Joining in on the festivities were the families of Frank, Jipi, Alger and George, Jr., Lawrence Cook, Eddie Huff, Carl Timm. the Bill Schabows and the Tom Fowler families. Florida sunshine is what Ed and Grace Sullivan and daughter. Patti. of Dulch Creek Woodlands, will be enjoying over Christmas and New Year's. The Sullivans- will be leaving this week for their holiday vacation. "Happy Birthday" to Emett Roberts who will observe his natal day later this month. The Harry Freund family spent several days over last, weekend in Coulterville visit+ng her family. Mrs. Helen Hettermann was feted with a family gathering honoring her seventy-fourth birthday. The get-together was held last Sunday at the John Herdrick home in McHenry. - Please say an extra prayer for Mrs. Kennebeck's son. Ray. We pause to wish you peack and joy. May these gifts be with you today and always. AL'S WELDING who has been confined to a Chicago hospital for over two weeks, tie was hUrt while working and has been in a serious condition since. So remember to say a prayer for his recovery if it is God's will. The G. Y. J. is having a semiformal dance on Saturday, Dec. 30, in the community club hall from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. All high school students are cordially invited. As the end of my eighth year as reporter for this paper comes to a close, I would like to take this opportunity to thank one and all for their help in the past. Also I wish to extend a very Happy and Blessed Christmas to all. IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE CHANGfe MElttT ST A Thrge job titles, previously declared exempt from the merit provisions of the state's Personnel Code, have been reinstated as part of the merit system. The change involves the classifications of dietary w o r k e r , l a u n d r y w o r k e r a n d washman. This means, according to the Department of Eersonnel, that employees not Currently certified in these classifications will have to participate successfully in an open competitive examination in order to continue their employment. 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