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2, SEC. 2 - PLAIN DEALER - OCT. 20, 1967 MCCULLOM LAKE NEWS EVE LEVESQUK LOCAL POLICE AID IN SEARCH FOR WANTED MEN Chief Earl Murray, Sgt. Ken Loesch, and Officer Greg Burg, Jr., of the local police force aided McHenry County Sheriff's deputies in a search for two young men wanted for car theft last Sunday morning. Details of the accident appeared on the front page of Wednesday's 1 Plaindealer. To refresh your mind, an eyewitness reported that two males ran from the scene of an accident on the Ringwood Road, about 500 feet south of the McCullom Lake intersection. They were headed towards the village when last seen, and a two hour search by the law enforcement officers failed toreveal their whereabouts. The car's engine had been jumped and records proved it had been stolen in Chicago. A kit of burglary tools was also found in the vehicle. The 1966 blue convertible was impounded by the Sheriff's department and is being checked for fingerprints and clews. Lt. Bob Madsen and Deputies Williams, Ken Loesch (no relation to our officer), and McLaughlin assisted in the investigation and search. RESIDENTS' CHILDREN BURGLARY VICTIMS Barbara Lorch rejiorted her car stolen in Chicago and Ken Nelson's .apartment was burglarized last week. She is the daughter of the Stewart Lore he s and Ken's parents are Elma and Earl Nelson. Barbara reported that her car was stolen sometime Saturday night. Young Nelson's apartment door had been forced open and his doctor's bag, containing expensive surgical instruments, and his radio were the only items taken. Ken is living in Chicago while attending Chicago College of Osteopathy, on the south side. Police officers who investigated the breaking, entry, and theft surmise the thieves may have been looking for drugs, which are .ncrt part of r$he young man'tf eqiu]prqfent. 6ALSE START INFANT r FINALLY ARRIVES After frightening his mother, police officers and neighbors half to death, Scott Wayne Meyer finally made his appearance on Oct. 4 at 6:31 a.m. in Memorial hospital for McHenry County, Woodstock. It was a month previous, that his birth seemed imminent and Sheriff's deputies, some of our police force and an ambulance were summoned to rush the expectant mother to Woodstock. She remained over night and returned home the next day. For a time, it was feared the child might - be born en route to the hospital! Sally Hocin was called by the telephone operator to lend assistance to her neighbor across the street. When the time finally came, the youngster's birth was uneventful, we're happy to report, other than arousing his moiher and dad at 3:30 in the morning! Scott Wayne tipped the scales at 6 lbs., 5 oz. and measured 20 inches. His parents are Laura and Wayne Mtyer of 5214 W. Maple Hill drive. His big sisters include Dawn - 4 and Connie - 20 months. We're happy to report the successful conclusion of this story which began a month ago. CONGO CATE, BRIDE, AND MALE COSTUMES COP PRIZES This reporter as Congo Cate, Carrie Kurth in an original bridal costume, Alice Gustafson as an old tramp and Louise Hammer stein in male attire won the prizes in that order at the annua1! Ladies of the Lake Hallowe'en party, Oct. 12. We all received money for our efforts. Carrie was cute as a button in bridal veil, a white nightie for her gow.i, blue garter, Frank's under shorts and a new hankie, carrying out the theme of "old, new, borrowed, and blue." This scribe wore a long orange skirt, orange/yellow/ and black blouse, ratted hair which looked like a Phyllis Diller wig, and ring in the nose to carry out the jungle bit. Alice Gustafson was dressed in her husband's suit and Louise Hammerstein was rewarded for concealing her identity the longest with a very lifelike plastic male's face. Competition was very keen and choosing winners a hard job for judges Adele Fusciani, Laura Slater and Emma Pyritz who were not in costume. 385-4141 Harper - very recently. She has come to live with the couple. She comes directly from Martin's Feyry auJ w? would like to exten^^ailiest welcomes to all. " f Twice Told Tales NIGHT FOR Magda Berglundv came as a housekeeper; Ercell Lock was an Irish housekeeper with a red mop wig; Gertrude Murphy was an adorable dancing doll in short tu-tu; Irene Johnson personified Madame Halloween; Minnie Potter wore male attire; and Margaret Herzog was a moustached and bearded m?n. Elizabeth Fisher was a senior Kiss McCullom Lake, complete , with her granddaughter's crown artSbanner; Sue Klabor in an apron; Beverly Zilinskas impersonated "Cauliflower Mc- Pugg"; Mary Kantorski was Santa Claus (with empty! bag); Lois Parenti came as the Farmer's daughter; and Petey Schmidt was an old bum, A great deal of imagination was employed in making the costumes. Irene Johnson and Gertrude Murphy spread a delicious array of cocktail rye, assorted meats and cheeses, chips 'n' dip, apple cider, and chocolate covered donuts sprinkled with orange bits. Game winners included Carrie Kurth, Louise Hammerstein, Lois Parenti, Emma Pyritz, Margaret Herzog, Minnie Potter and Elizabeth Fisher. CARRIE KURTH HEADS WOMEN'S ORGANIZATION Carrie Kurth acceptedthe gavel as president of the Ladies of the Lake by unanimous ballot during the annual election of officers, Oct. 12. Lois Parenti retained the office of secretary/treasurer also by unanimous ballot. A contest for vice president developed between Irene Johnson and Alice Gustafson with Mrs. Johnson emerging as the victor. Louise Hammerstein and Emma Pyritz formed the nominating committee. THE WELCOME MAT IS SPREAD For Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nixon who joined the roster of permanent residents about one month ago. They reside on W. Fountain Lane in the home formerly occupied by the Ackerman family. They are the proud parents of Rebecca who will be one year old next month. The Nixons came to us from McHenry but lived in'Martin's Ferry, Ohio, just across the state line from W. Virginia prior to moving to McHenry. Mr. Nixon is employed in McHenry. The family welcomed Mrs. Nixon's mother - Mrs. Thelma OUTING YOUNG FOLKS A jolly group of twenty-five ladies and fellows boarded the Ken Petersen hay" rack on Wednesday, Oct. 12, for aridedown the McCullom Lake road and through the farm fields in the evening. As they rolled their merry way, the youthful voices were raised in song and good natured raillery. Passengers on the tractor drawn vehicle were Bob and Gary Brand, Pixie and Steve Lundy, Linda Roeske, Eddy and Kathy Kroncke and her chum, Gary Kumpula, Val and Donna Schiavone, Nancy Mali i.'! as. Jack Morris, Kathy Klapperich, Jackie Fisher and Carol Ingersol* , Others included Guy Hansen and his gal pal, Val Bailey, Jackie Whitney and her girl friend, Sandy Betts, Frankie Lorch and Chris Flanagan. Don Nelson joined the group at the lake. Joan Ingersol prepared a delicious pot of barbecued beef which she donated to the Teen Club. It was made into a succulent sandwiches and served with pickles, potato chips 'n' dip, and soda pop. The McCullom Lake police department offered valuable escort as the hay rig travelled the main road. The young people enjoyed the warmth provided by the bon fire. Mvs. Gerry Jensen served as the chaperone for the party which lasted until 11 p.m. No school the next day allowed the guys 'n' gals to rest longer the next morning. BOWLING Dick Sanford captured top spot in last Friday night's bowling in Johnsburg with a 198 game. Ken Ingersol has a high series of 530. Two wipmen deserve mention for high games with Belinda Adams racking up a 192 and Bev Zilinskas with a 170. Elaine Gleeson recorded a 487 series. ORCHID OCCASIONS Belated birthday congrats to Ron Kumpula who turned 16, Oct. 5. . . . Jack Morris will be 15, Oct. 21. . . .The Gene Huffs will be wed 7 years and Wilma and Roy Zody celebrate 54 years married, Oct. 2 2 . . , Theresa Schultz celebrates her birthday, Oct. 23 while Wilma Zody and Joe DeMir share Oct. 24. . . .Bobby Michels turns 7, Johnny Mass will be 3, Betty and Larry Murray will be wed FORTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of Oct. 20, 1927) Saturday, Oct. 22, is the date set for the grand opening of the Palace Recreation room which is located in the base* merit of the new Walter Carey building on Green street* It will be under the management .of Messrs. Earl E. Monear and Emil M. Geier. Mr. and Mrs. Peter M. Justen and son, Daniel, were in attendance last week at the annual convention of the National Funeral Directors association which was held at the Hotel Alms, Cincinnati, Ohio. According to the news received from Champaign as to - the doings at the University of Illinois about fifty freshman varsity basketball candidates reported for practice and of the men on hand, James Fay, one Of the former stars of the McHenry basketball team was chosen by the coach for a work out with the team. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rosing Oct. 18 a nine pound son. Joseph B. Hettermann and family have moved into their new eight room house in Johnsburg. The new house is of Queen Anne design. A fine specimen of a pear grown in McHenry at the home of Mrs. Gertrude Barbian can be seen at the Plaindealer office. The pear weighs exactly one pound and is eleven inches in circumference. Andrew Miller, aged 65, passed away at his home in this city, Oct. 19, after a lingering illness. Stoffel and Reihansperger, the enterprising insurance men, , whose office is located in West McHenry and who probably do the largest insurance business in McHenry County, report that between Jan. 1 and Oct. 15, 1927, they have paid out in losses the huge sum of $82,- 846.86. TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of Oct. 15, 1942) 24 years and Pauline and Ray Etten mark 20 years of togetherness, Oct. 25. . .Hmmy Hocin will welcome his seventh birthday and Jean Reid and Kathy DeGeorge are in line for congrats, Oct. 26. Best wishes to all. Did you ever see a more delightful movie than "Sound' of Music"? We enjoyed it in DeeDee and Matt's company. Saturday night. See you next Friday? Friends in this community were sorry to hear of the death of John Niesen, 83. He passed away after an illness of several months. _fe Cadet Joseph Cannon, son of )pr. and Mrs. Floyd Cannon of Waukegan, former McHenry Presidents, has been awarded special recognition for academic work and placed on the disciplinary honor roll at Missouri Military academy where he attends school. Richard J. Weber, a recent Navy recruit, is now stationed at San Diego, Calif. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Thompson visited in the George Smith home in Elgin last weekend and attended "open house" in honor of the Smiths' son, who received his gold wings last week and his commission as an ensign. The first Girl Scout bicycle ride was a big success. They met after school and after discussing safety rules and courtesy of the road were ready to start. M'.ss Bauer took the girls who had no bikes in her car. Miss Larkin and about twenty scouts rode bikes out to Hunters woods. The fire builders, Virginia Passfield and Eleanor Schaefer, soon had the fire ready for the food. After they ate and cleaned up and put out their fire they rode their bikes back to the grade school for dismissal. Mr. and Mrs. L.H. Owen, residents of McHenry until 1901 when they left to make their home in Cushing, Okla., observed their golden wedding anniversary at their home Oct. 5. The reception given that evening at the Masonic Temple was planned to follow as closely as possible Mr. and Mrs. Owen's wedding ceremony fifty years previous. TEN YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of Oct. 10, 1957) No one was injured but damage to boats in Sunday's races in McHenry amounted to an estimated^ several thousand dollars as a result of unusual accident. Bon Bon owned and driven by Mr. Barrett, collided with Miss Error, owned and driven by Bob Garner, on the straight away. Damage to the two boats was estimated in excess of $4,000. In the second accident, Miss Lynn, owned and driven by John Olsen, and a second boat, the Higgins, collided while making a turn. Both crafts were damaged and it was believed it may require as much as $2,000 to repair Miss Lynn. Contributions of $198,300 to the McHenry hospital building fund campaign were announced by James M. Lennon, Pattern Gifts chairman. Goal in the drive is $418,000 to finance the construction Of a twentyfive to thirty bed addition to the present hospital. Mrs. Fred Cooley, a resident for more than forty years died at the Florence Nursing home Oct. 8, following a brief illness. One of the most important days of the school year is fast, approaching with more than 800 -students of M.C.H.S. lootdng -forward to homecoming Oct. 11. The candidates for king and queen are Ardelle Oeffling, Patti Blake, Jeanne Marion, Susan Sayler, Linda Anderson and Carol Schueler; Carl Walker, Dan Adams, Dave Faiitus, Bob Meyers, Ed Caron and Dennis Conway. The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George P. Thompson of rural McHenry was christened Annette Grace at St. John's church, Johnsburg. Frank Johnson returned to work at Price, Utah, after a vacation with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Johnson. read the classifieds POKER Ever known anyone who rover seems to smile? A per* petually expressionless face is sometimes a mask for repressed emotions, but it may also indicate the presence of a serious muscular disorder. Known medically as facio-scapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, it' first attacks the facial muscles, shoulders and upper arms, with resulting muscle weakness in these areas. Other symptoms are inability to whistle and difficulty in drinking through a straw. Muscualr Dystrophy Associationsfof America reports that this form of dystrophy generally manifests itself in early adulthood. , 4-H club work gives you the chance to learn new skills, i new friends, develop your peS sonality and grow in leaders! and citizenship. Find out more about the program from your county extension adviser. Young Man: Are you interested in a career in retailing? Due to the expansion of our Men's Clothing Department, we need a young, aggressive individual capable of working with the public. We will give you all of the necessary training and start you with a good salary plus full company benefits. Apply in person between 3 and 5 p.m. to Mr. Mann, Men's Department manager. NO PHONE CALLS MONTGOMERY WA1D & C®. NO- South Johnson Woodstock, Illinois rmore To control heat and sound and add comfort and economy to homes and other building, insulation is the answer. Alexiider Lumler Co 909 N. Front St. 385-1424 McHenry/ III ay r 0 to 11:00 pm BUY A PAIR Decanter / 10% Discount c\ec*f*c \ BREAK A BALLOON For Your Free Gift TEDS BOOTERY 1246 N. Green St McHenry Phone 385-6112