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PG. 12 - PL4INDEALER- FRI. MARCH 7. 1969 Voter League Opens Their Fiftieth Year (Continued from page 1) sary will b6 the occasion of many special events, including a fiftieth anniversary fund drive," she added. To begin the festivities, a V.I.P. luncheon will be held at the Woodstock Inn, 1400 N. Seminary avenue, Woodstock, on Tuesday, March 11, at 12:35 p.m. A speaker and special guests will be features of the program. Mrs. James R. Coufals of Park Forest will speak on ' ' The League of Women Voters versus Art Buchwald". Mrs. Coufals joined the League in 1956, "within a week of moving in". She was president of the Park Forest League from 1965 to 1967. She is currently serving on the State board of directors, as state finance chairman. Main purpose of the luncheon is to honor the Very Important People -- those dedicated ladies who devoted a year or more of their time and labor to the duties of president of the local League. After much research, all but one of the women have been located. Mrs. Alfred Konger, who is in charge of invitations, has issued aplea for anyone knowing the whereabouts of Mrs. Dorothy Haspell to contact her or Mrs. Weisz. Past presidents who have been invited include Mrs. William Fyfe, Mrs. William Raymond, Mrs. Arthur Shedlin, Mrs. James Bankey, Mrs. Louis Trayer, Mrs. Lyle Paulsen, Mrs. James McCulloh, Mrs. George Alvary, Mrs. Charles Liebman, Mrs. George Hoffman, Mrs. Charles Kaufman, Mrs. Robert Thurow, and Mrs. James Miyashiro. General fiftieth Anniversary chairlady is Mrs. William Schette, who is being assisted in planning menu and decoration by Mrs. Robert Vadnais and Mrs. James Foley. Women of the community are invited to attend this event; those wishing to make reservations are asked to call Mrs. Richard Weisz, or Mrs. Frank Sek, as soon as possible. What to Wear 'Choice9 Is Key The key word in rainwear for spring is "choice." Although the standard tan or black raglan-sleeved raincoat is still popular, men will be able to choose from a variety of exciting styles and a range of new colors, says the American Institute of Men's and Boys' Wear. The Edwardian style, besides influencing" suit coats and sport jackets, has also affected rainwear. That means the "shaped" look is likely to lead the style-inthe- rain parade. Shape is prominent iri the new double-breasted styles where the familiar ragjan sleeve or natural shoulder is replaced With the fitted shoulder. In some cases, waists on the new raincoats can be shaped with an optional full or back belt. The Edwardian models offer a distinctive new look. These raincoats are doublebreasted, with a full rolled collar and over-sized lapels. Military raincoats present in the Rain? Word Now , another choice for the spring raincoat shopper. These styles are not as shaped as Edwardians, but they are double-breasted, and feature the belted waist and closer shoulder. Many have epaulettes and some are smartly trimmed with braiding on the' cuffs. Taking the gray out of rainy days are the new spring colors in raincoats. A man can choose from sunny reds, yellows, blues and greens. Or he can elect a bright-colored plaid or a bold check to brighten the gloom of the rain. And for the man who wants to be particularly outstanding in the downpour, bright white raincoats are here. Still present, of courseware the traditional split raglan sleeve models, single-breasted with a fly front closing. These models are most seen in tan, olive and black; They have been brightened for spring with colorful plaid and stripe linings. Bride Turns Clock Back For Romance The fragile Victorian Look is the fashion look appearing for the young bride in the spring and summer of 1969. Gazebos, daisies in the grass, slides in the parlor, India carpets, cut crystal raised iri a toast, her curtsy, his bow from the waist -- all these can be seen as the bride turns the clock back in order to be new. Necklines rise high and lovely with lace. Some lace lightly ornaments the throat, some forms a ruff beneath the chin--all for a prim and proper look. Sleeves are important. In fact, no recent bridal season has seen the variety in sleeve design that this one offers. Bridal sleeves are short, three-quarter or long. What they have in common is that they are uncommonly decorative and an important feature of every fashionable gown. Long sleeves are either very full or very close-fitting, and cuffed or ruffed at the wrist. Three - quarter sleeves are lantern shaped, or snug to the elbow and flounced Short sleeves are capped, pouffed or double-pouffed. Headdresses are unusually elaborate. The floral wreath is back, and this season is worn in a horseshoe-shape framing the face. Lace caps and tiny high coronets may prove to be especially popular. The spring bride who receives a diamond pin for her gift of wedding jewelry can wear it as an accent on her high lace collar, or -- as did Princess Alexandra, Queen Victoria's daughter-in-law-- sparkling atop a lace coronet. Traditionally, in any era, the bride's diamond earclips are of simple design. Popular choices are the diamond "stud," a cluster or a scroll. Diamond drops for the bride should be small and worn immediately below the ear. McHenry Man Part Of YMCA Fund Campaign (Continued from page 1) the YMCA as a good idea and a good product. The programs of the YMCA benefit all people and help in the growth of all communities. Efforts to raise the $17,000 are more important'* this year because of the impending capital fund campaign slated for 1970." In conclusion, Mr. Henneman reminded the workers that they were asked to work on the project because of their interest and willingness to work. He said, "if every Special Gifts worker does his share, the goal will be reached -- now, gentlemen, it's time to roll up our sleeves and get down to business." Workers' kits were distributed and workers were informed of the best methods of solicitation and how the campaign material could most effectively sell the YMCA story. Jack Renskers, general chairman of the 1969 finance campaign, directed his comments to workers on the job of solicitations. To start the ball rolling, each worker was encouraged to sell himself first and make his own pledge promptly. Because of increased expenses, every worker is urged to upgrade every prospect contribution by 30 percent to 40 percent in order to meet the goal. Workers were encouraged to evaluate the prospect's ability to give before visiting him. He explained that the Century club plaque, which is given to those who contribute more than $100, is an important tool in helping a prospect make his decision. Musin' and Meanderin (Continued from page 1) to end and both sides would live happily ever after. But true to the tradition of a real tear-jerker, the end is still not in sight. Loopholes which would do a Perry Mason mystery proud were gathered in one last ditch effort to save the "homestead" in the middle of town. The Mayor declared that her council had demonstrated well that the courthouse could be economically and wisely built there, and she threw in a few other choicevthoughts, such as an incomplete landscaping and maintenance plan for the new site, to support her argument. And that's about, lyhere it stands at this moment folks. Tune in our soap opera again next week for further developments. Will the city of Woodstock win in its. effort to require the county board (through our taxes) to pay for improvements on the street leading to the proposed site? Will the county board retaliate? We don't like to take sides, but there are a growing number of folks who are, viewing the council in the cloak of a dictator . With an admi ssion that the site is best for the county but not for Woodstock, somebody seems to have forgotten that this is a project affecting an estimated 111,000 residing in the confines of McHenry county, all contributing to its support with tax dollars. Someone should remind Woodstock that its population is approximately 12,000 of that total. K.A.F. If It Stays Dry, That's Rainwear Just about the only way to identify rainwear this spring is to douse water on it and see if it stays dry. Can a silk moire cocktail coat and dress ensemble be more than what it seems? Or a silk-and-worsted evening pantsuit? Most definitely. The more knockout the silhouette, the rftor^it is a prototype of the exciting new breed of rainwear. Spring rainwear encompasses just about any fashion look going, in every possible fabric. The only prerequisite-- that it be weathertreated. .. Classics are as impeccably tailored as ever, but in fresh new variations. A doublebreasted boy coat flaunts its clean, spare lines in navy arid white tennis stripes on cotton. A secret agent trenchcoat makes its point in black and . white silk tattersall checks. Whether cut in lustrous broadcloth, double-knit jersey or tweedy tussah, coats are rich in detail. Braided half-belts, gold-rimmed buttons, scalloped yokes and gilded buckles on pockets and cuffs are some of the variations. Rainwear abounds in pleats. Deep front pleats, hip pleats and inverted walking pleats enable the wearer to move and move fast in a downpour. Prints come alive with new depths of coloring and unusual dimensional effects. Black, white dnd blackwhite combinations are followed by white and navy. There are reds, corals and pale greens. Colors for spring are calculated to cheer one up on a wet day. Vivid Color, Design Update Sport Coats Men's sportcoats go into the "shaped" look, and greet the season with lively colors and patterns. In all styles the move is towards vibrant, more intense colors, according to the American Institute of Men's and Boys' Wear. A man can brighten his life with lively greens, bright blues, orangey-reds and lemon- yellows. Or, if he chooses to be somewhat less colorful, he can find softer shades of the primary colors. Last season's more subdued shades are still here, but are often updated and sparked with a contrasting overplaid. These new colors are splashed into a variety of geometric designs, and the spring shopper will find that the patterns are often as bold as their colors. Plaids are featured in airy windowpanes, and checks are shown in houndstooth. Stripes appear in bold chalk lines. The combination of vibrant cplors and bold patterns results in some very lively sport coats. All patterns are tailored into a host of styles, giving 2nd Annual | Draperies a choice 01 moaeis. »nape is the dominant theme in the new models for spring, but here again the range is wide enough to_suit all tastes. A man who preiers tne natural shoulder line or just a hint of shape to his jacket has a wide selection in Traditional models. For the man who likes to try the new in fashion, there are the highly, shaped Edwardian" and Regency models. These are usually threebutton models with a deep center vent. In addition to the fitted waist, they feature wider lapels apd a larger collar. Blazers, popular for several seasons, go on and on to new peaks of popularity. They are extremely versatile, and can be worn for many occasions and with any kind of slacks. The new six- and eightbutton double-breasted models are ideal for the man who wants the look of tomorrow. wm MAKE CONTRIBUTION At its last meeting, the Kiwanis club of Wonder Lake voted to send a contribution to the Misericordia home. McHenry county members of this group had presented the previous week's program for the club. The home cares for retarded children from birth until 6 years of age. MARCH PRESIDENTS Four U.S. Presidents have been born in March: James Madison, March 16, 1751; Andrew Jackson, March 15, 1767; John Tyler, March 29, 1790; and Grover Cleveland, March 18, 1837. Men Get More Knits More knits for men are in the offing, as apparel manufacturers take up their knitting to provide sportcoats and slacks, as well as sweaters and shirts, for the masculine market. Sportcoats particularly show the trend which takes in a variety of colors and textures. Patterns might include stripes, miniature or pencil checks. Knitted slacks, while perhaps not as widely available, still are present, often in dark solids. Sleeves Shape Up In Fashion Line Long or short, the sleeve rules supreme. As a major factor in fashion, sleeve shapes take their cues from the Forties influence now pervading spring styles. The exaggerated shoulderline which was a fashionmark of the Forties gets a '69 interpretation. Shoulders are widened not by heavy padding but by sleeves puffed and pouffed, ballooned and layered. The long sleeve takes to loose, flowing lines. It sometimes ends in a tight, buttoned- up cuff and sometimes in a flouncy ruffle. Short sleeves may be loose and flared, tiered and gathered or cuffed and puffed. A city clock in Ronen, France, installed in 1525, still serves satisfactorily. Softer Mood Seen In All Fashions^ Free and easy, that's the style for spring '69 -- and fashions that know what being a woman is all about, for day, for night, for leisure. ,, iu The softened mood calls for pulling together the parts, but with a personal approach that bypasses the "safe" basics. A new feeling for freedom of choice prevails. Clothes cut for closeness and ease are in the offering, with a new concept of femininity as reflected in this season's soft colors and fabrics. Supple fabrics welcome the all female looks -- slinky jerseys and acetates, nylon knits, crepes, tvoiles by day, and, organza, .chiffon, georgette, more crepe and voile for evening. Recalling Forties' Looks Fashion recalls the glamorous Forties with bare midriffs, flowing pantsuits, slacks plus blazer -- and borrows from the Twenties and Thirties, too -- then redefines the message in fresh '69 terms. ti The look is lean with long, loose jackets shaped to the body and tied over skirts and dresses. Skinny little coats, reminiscent of the Forties topper, are pulled down over tunics and dresses. Pants costumes that practice the gentle art of persuasion take to the city or country with pants fitted and flared from the hip, the knee, the thigh. Dresses are most often shirtwaists and smocks. The soft Forties feeling for gathered, shirred and bloused tops; short sleeves and broad shoulders influence many dresses this season. Jumpers Innocent The costume planned around a dress continues to thrive, in dress-jacket and dress-coat variations. Fluid body dresses with wrapped waists act as accessories to the chains, scarves, cords and tassels that drape them. Jumpers are for the most innocent sophisticates. The jumper as a natural extension of the vest appears in the schoolgirl tradition with a bow-tied blouse, as a sleeveless coat over pants and over skirts. At-home looks bare the midriff, relax in softened jumpsuits, bloomer pants and flowing dresses in handkerchief weights. MILTON A. DOWELL Services will be conducted at 1:30 Friday from the George R. Justen & Son chapel for Milton A. Dowell, 65, who died at St. Therese hospital, Waukegan, March 4. Burial will be in Wauconda cemetery. Mr. Dowell, a resident of 518 W. Dowell road, McHenry, was born Oct. 2 , 1903, in Wauconda, son of Charles and Cora Powers Dowell. A retired farmer, he was a life long resident of the area. Survivors are two sisters, Mrs. George (Zella) Scheid and Mrs. Lloyd (Goldie) Fisher, both of Wauconda; two brothers, Lloyd of McHenry and Ellwood of Wauconda. A sister, Ella, died in 1924. m < • HOURS: Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 9 p.m Sat. 9-6 Sun. 10-5 WANTED TRAINEES Men and women are urgently needed to train on I B M machines Computer Programming and Machine Training Persons selected will be trained in a program which need not interfere with present job. If you qualify, training can be financed. Write today. Please include home phone number and age. COLLEGE OF AUTOMATION Director of Admissions Box 205 -- c/o McHenry Plaindealer Victorian look for spring's I>ri< 11• appears in organ/.a with Alencon lace -- antl in diamond.-- worn Victorian- fashion across lirr liruw. Diamond jewelry from Fine Jewelers (iuild stores, gown liy Murray Hamburger. Wearing Bridal Jewels Since the forehead has come to the fore in fashion, part of the bridal headdress may be a jewel on the brow. This season, the traditional diamond wedding pendant, for example, may be worn on J-he.* .Jorehead a la Feron- "niere -- the revived Victorian fashion which decrees a fine chain around the head, disappearing beneath the bridal veil, with a single diamond glittering in the center of the forehead. Or, the bride may wear a slender strand of diamonds with or without a Victorian drop. 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