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W3, . Spins in Space A star that is rotating fast­ er than 600 times per second was discovered recently by a group of scientists led by Re­ search Astronomer Donald C. Backer of the University of California, Berkeley. The star, which is called a pulsar and is also understood to be a neutron star, is spinning more than 20 times faster P PregnentTl NEED HELP? fl CALL BIRTHRIGHT OFFICE OPEN 9- HAM AND FROM 7 - 9PM MON. THRU FRI. 24 HOURS ANSWERING SERVICE 815-385-2999 HOW 10 SUBSCRIBE TO THE McHENRY PLAINDEALER The McHenry Plaindealer 3812 W. Elm Street McHenry, II. 60050 • 3 YEARS - $40.00 • 2 YEARS - $28.50 O 1 YEAR-$16.50 •ft MONTHS • $8.50 • PAYMENT ENCLOSED Name LAKEMOOIV LILYMOOR AREA Margaret Karas 385-4934 Larry Piklor, left, Anne O'Leary, Sue Hoover, Karlin Stueben, Christine Black and Joe Gattone are shown in a c^ene from the play, "Whv I Am A Bachelor". It is one of A Night Of One-Act Plays The East campus Drama club of McHenry high school will present a "Night of One-Acts" for its winter production this year. The three one- acts 'ill be "Why! Am A Bachelor", "This Property Is Condemned", and "I'm Herbert". "Why I Am A Bachelor", is a comedy about a bachelor who tours the countryside explaining his reasons for remaining a bachelor. He provides factual evidence for his reasons by showing the life of a married couple. A fine cast includes Larry Piklor, Joe Gattone, Christine Black, Sue Hoover, Anne O'Leary and Karla Stueben. The director is Gina Riddle. "This Property Is Condemned" is a drama about a young girl and boy who meet on the railroad tracks. The story revolves around the young girl's life in being on her own, in a set of cir­ cumstances she inherited. The director is Andrea Pace. A fine cast includes Tom Neuman and Susie Wipper. "I'm Herbert" is a drama-comedy about an elderly couple who discuss the life they've had together as a married couple. The cast includes Gina Riddle and Chuck Poppl Performances will be given Feb. 4, 5 and 6 in the East Teaching theatre. The time is 8 p.m. for Friday and Saturday, with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. three one-act plays to be presented by McHenry high school East campus Drama club. STAFF PHOTOS-WAYNE GAYLORD Tickets may be purchased at the door on the nights of the per­ formances. Susie Wipper and Tom Neuman star in "This Property Is Condemned", one of the three act plays to be presented Feb. 4, 5 and 6 in the- East high school Teaching theatre. Search For Local History The McHenry County Historical Society is recognizing its twentieth anniversary this year. The area of Lily Lake will have a recognition time on Aug. 7, at the society's headquarters in Union. Remem­ brance of years past, such as photographs, mementos, early set­ tlers, oldest buildings, will be of primary interest. Anyone with a meimory of special events, with little known history of Lily Lake and the area in close proximity, is asked to contact me. As information is given, space will be allotted in this column for memory time. By August, we should have an interesting background of our com­ munity to add to ttye McHenry County Historical Society's records. SIGNS OF POVERTY Siphoning gas from cars parked in front of owners' homes has become a common crime. With the lack of jobs, taking from those who are working becomes a way of life. Residents are warned that many a full gas tank at 8 p.m. is not so after two in the morning. Families in Lilymoor who do not have garages in which to put their cars, are made painfully aware of the loss of gas as they start on their way to work the next day. Neighbors help each other by being aware of activity in the early morning hours. Watching and then notifying, is an important part of neighborhood concern. CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARY Estelle and Ray Blades, who will be remembered for their many years at The Vogue in Lakemoor, celebrated their thirty-fifth wedding anniversary Jan. 14. Watching Stell and Ray dance during the evening out, one would never be aware of the long years of hard work plus illness, that had been a part of Stell's life. She can still dance a mean Charleston! Joining in the anniversary fun were Laura and A1 Phannenstill of McHenry and Bruno and myself. Ray will be retiring soon, so the fellows are looking forward to fishing at Lake Goegibic, Mich. PINEWOOD DERBY WINNER Youngsters in scouting learn many things. Making and racing miniature cars of wood is a yearly event. Danny Douglass of Lilymoor, a cub scout in pack 452 in Johnsburg, was this year's first-place winner in the nine-year-old category in the PineWood Derby. Danny received this recognition, and also earned the Grand Champion award of the whole pack, he is now eligible to enter the district race to be held in March in Rockford. Brother Michael, who is in Boy Scouts, was awarded second-place in PAGE 15 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 26,1983 day but Wednesday at Lakemoor Village Hall. Feb. 3 - Free blood pressure screening. Moose Lodge, Route 120,11 a.m. Feb. 7 - Lilymoor Association meeting and game night. Donations accepted at Vornkahl's or Meyer's. the PineWood Derby for den chiefs. Michael is busy working on his Eagle Scout requirements. BIRTHDAYS Jerry Brizzi of Lilymoor celebrates his birthday on Jan. 28. Two dear friends who are with us only in our hearts are Brian Baker, who was born Jan. 28; and Gustav (Papa) Wakat, who would have been 93 on the 29th, and whose wisdom returns to us constantly. The 30th of January , finds Jerry Weber, sportsman from Lilymoor, a year older. The laf t day of January is an important date for Don Leske, John McCaulley, Jr. of Lakemoor, who starts his teen years, and nephew John M. Paroubek of Lily Lake Park. May 1983 suit you to a T. (Poetry is bad, but the wishes aren't). , ANIMALTRAPS A trap again caught an un­ suspecting pet. Judy Bird of Lily Lake Park noticed a stray puppy dragging an object, and on investigating, found it to be a small trap. Judy was able to remove it. Examining the leg and not- noticing any broken bones, Judy called Animal Control and neighbors to try to locate the owner. No success, so Animal Control picked up the stray puppy. This is the second dog to be caught in a trap in our area. Persons setting traps for wild animals should be aware that pets, too, sometimes stray and become victims. Our area is becoming too populated for the use of traps in catching the diminishing supply of wild life. Traps may serve a purpose in providing food and fur in less populated places, but where there are pets and children, traps are a serious danger. COMMUNITY REMINDERS Jan. 27 - Lakemoor Village meeting 8 p.m. Jan. 27 - McHenry Nunda Library District Board meeting. "Friends of Library" welcome. Jan. 31 - Last day to file petition for village trustee and clerk of Lakemoor. Petitions available from 8 to 12 every WITNESS NEEDED On Wednesday evening the 19th of January, at about 8 p.m., a 16-year-old lad accosted 15-year-old Scott Meyer of Lilymoor. Scott was dragged to the other fellow's yard, and was then* beaten as an older relative looked on. Painful bruises, plus an injured hand, kept Scott from school the following days. Did any one else in the area see this assault? Please call 385- 8568 with any eye witness accounts. Brutality seems to be getting more common every day.. Not only one one cruelty, but groups of youngsters with the strength of numbers, in­ timidate those with less physical strength. How to combat this trend? Perhaps a slogan is to be aware and then care, and fight for the right for all of us to live as God planned-- in peace and with joy. GOD BLESS Binder Speaks For Bike Club On Friday. Jan. 28, at 7:30 p.m., the McHenry County Bike club will hold its January meeting in Room 263 at McHenry County college in Crystal Lake. Guest speaker will be John Binder, leader of last summer's BAMMI ride which covered much of the state of Illinois. He will speak on long distance touring and the problems and rewards a cyclist will encounter. The McHenry County Bike club meets each month throughout the year. All interested cyclists are in­ vited to attend not only meetings but rides. People of all ages are members with their common interest being bicycling, both short and long distances. 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