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Win Stracke, "The Voice of the Sesquicentennial," will'ap­ pear Thursday, Nov. 20, at 10 a.m., at the Woodstock Op­ era House as the second ar­ tist in this year's Creative Liv­ ing Series sponsored by the Wo­ men's guild of the Woodstock Fine Arts association. Win Stracke has been liv­ ing and singing in Illinois since 1909. He began his profession­ al career in 1927 singing in Max Reinhardt's "The Mir­ acle" at the old Auditorium theatre. * During the 1930's he was heard in opera, concert and oratorio with the Grant Park, Women's, and Chicago Sym­ phony orchestras, and as bass soloist in many of Chicago's leading temples and churches. In this period he also appear­ ed as soloist on such well- remembered network radio shows as " Hymns of all Chur­ ches", "National Barn Dance," "Alec Templeton Time", and WGN's famed "Theatre of the Air". When the famous "Chi­ cago School" of network tele­ vision came along in the ear­ ly 1950's, he was in great de­ mand both as a singer and ac­ tor, starring in such shows as the award-winning "Stud's Place", "Hawkin's Falls", the "Dave Garroway Show", and on his own celebrated children's show, "Animal Playtime". His deep love for Illinois and its history resulted in corres­ ponding membership in the Chi­ cago Historical society, and honorary life membership in the Civil War Round Table. It also led him to weave narration in­ to programs of the topical and folk songs which reflect the past and present so effectively. In 1957 he founded the nation­ ally known Old Town School of Folk Music, and he has al­ so written a number of songs about Chicago, Illinois, and A- merican History. In recent years, Mr. Stracke starred in the prize-winning hour-long NBC-TV special of James Thurber's "Quillo and the Giant", and in the half- hour specials, "History of Sing­ ing Commercials' and "His­ tory of Freedom Sonp.s". More recently he was featured in the hour-long NBC Sesquicenten­ nial special "I Remember Ill­ inois". His recordings include the albums "Americana, Songs of America", "Songs of the Civil War", "Songs of Old Town", and extensive record­ ings for the Society for Visual Education. It was Mr. Stracke's voice which was heard on the Annual Bake Sale Benefits Home And School Association St. Patrick's Home and School association will hold its annual bake sale on Sunday, Nov. 9, following all Masses. The sale will take place in the lower level of the school. Chairman Leona Estis and Co-Chairman Kitty O'Neill guarantee there will be treats to tempt the taste buds of all ages. Anyone wishing to donate may do so by bringing all baked goods to the school Saturday be­ tween 3 and 5 p.m., or on Sun­ day morning. Sesquicentennial announce­ ments over TV and radio. In 1966, with Norman Luboff, Win Stracke co-authored a book of world folk music, "The Songs of Man", and in 1967 he and Mr. Luboff wrote the Illinois cantata, "Freedom Country" for the Sesquicentennial cele­ bration. In his performance Nov. 20, Mr. Stracke will present "Songs to Bridge the Generation Gap". Tickets will be available at the box office. Anyone wishing to bring guests on a season ticket may do so by having the ticket punched accordingly. Coffee will be served in the Green room prior to the per­ formance at 9:30 a.m. Whispering Hills Residents Enjoy Hard Times Party About fifty members of the Whispering Hills area gathered at the Citizen's center Saturday evening, Nov. 1, for a "hard- time" party. Mr. Schneider was in charge. Some of those attending play­ ed cards and others just relaxed and enjoyed a sociable get-to­ gether. Mr. Woelfersheim entertained at the piano with songs of young­ er days. Refreshments consisted of cid­ er and doughnuts, coffee and cake. Members of the community will cooperate with the "helping hand" program sponsored by the local P.T.A. BIRTHS McHENRY HOSPITAL Mr. and Mrs. Charles Foley became parents of a daughter Nov. 5. Dorothy Sergott is pictured as she makes last minute adjust­ ments to the Christmas table at the Women of the Moose Family Fun Fair, Sunday, Nov. 2. ' Women Of The Moose On Oct. 26, Junior Graduate Regent Ila Hogan was among sixteen women who received their Green Beanies in a cer­ emony in Appleton, Wis. Col­ legian Alyce Kowal, of the Col­ lege of Regents, was her capping officer. McHenry was one of five Illinois chapters represented. Accompanying Ila and Alyce to the ceremonies were Senior Regent Carolyn Sima, Colleg­ ian Ethel Hagberg, and Co­ worker Dora Krocker. At the Nov. 4 meeting Sen­ ior Regent Carolyn Sima ex- ressed her appreciation of those who donated their time and energy to make the Family Fun Fair a success. Though a full report is expected at the next meeting, it was stated that the ladies in the kitchen ser­ ved 250 chicken dinners. Membership, in the Home chapter was held for Elizabeth Richard, sponsored by Colle­ gian Alyce Kowal. Sunday, Nov. 16, is Star Re­ corder night at the Rockford chapter and Wednesday, Nov. FOREIGN & DOMESTIC TRAVEL CONSULTANT •Airlines - Railroad •Steamship Cruises •Hotels - Resorts •Car Rentals Tickets - Reservations •Complete Travel Serv. CM All-0-LAKES TRAVEL SERVICE 3405 W. Elm 385-7500 Fish Fry Friday 5 until 9 p.m. Fresh Ocean Perch Golden French Fries Tangy Cole Slaw - Also Serving Chicken and Steaks - PISTAKEE COUNTRY CLUB 815 W. BAY RD. PHONE 385-9854 19, is Star Recorder night at Waukegan chapter. Co-workers .are invited to attend and those interested should contact Sen­ ior Regent Carolyn Sima. Donations for the filling of the Christmas baskets can be left at the lodge. We are join­ ing the VFW and the American Legion in the distribution of these baskets. Our Christmas party dinner will be at 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 16. Don't forget your $2 grab bag gift for this meeting. On Dec. 20 the LOOM will have their children's Christ­ mas party, featuring a coloring contest. ColiS^ian Marge Fernstrom is home after a short stay in the hospital. Our deepest sympathy goes to the John Hogan family. Ila's mother passed away on Nov. 4, at Prentiss, Wis., after a lingering illness. Refreshments, during the month of November are being furnished by Library Chairman Lenore Freund and her com­ mittee. The birthday gal for this meeting was Collegian Marcella Strossner. Doris Krocker received the SLAVES FOR RENT SPONSORED BY: MCHS STUDENT COUNCIL PURPOSE: To Raise Money For Senior Scholarships. OBJECTIVE: To Perform any Tasks The Master Wishes COST: Left To Employer's Discression Date: Sat. Nov. 15 9 am to 4 pm FOR SLAVES PLEASE CALL 385-5274 or 385-1978 BETWEEN 9 and 4 on SATURDAY tsti wttN y and 4 on 5AIUKUAT^ SC Executive Unit Planning Future Events The Executive committee of the McHenry Senior Citizens club met for its monthly lunch- ' eon and business meeting on Monday. Harvey Ahitow was a guest and discussed many phas­ es in which the school board c?n be of assistance to the club. Officers were delighted with the results of the Halloween party. One hundred fifty-six members attended, a majority of them in costume. Prizes were awarded for games and cos­ tumes. The officers and committee chairmen discussed the forth- coming programs and made many plans to make each and every event not only success­ ful, but of real interest to all members. A notice to members that a change has been made in our trip. The bus will pick up mem­ bers for the Burlington tour on Nov. 12 at the McHenry State bank parking lot at 11 a.m. instead of at the East campus parking lot. This will make it much more convenient for leav- ing cars parked as the bank is closed on Wednesday and of­ ficers have granted permission for members to park their cars while on the Burlington tour. JOINS SORORITY Epsilon .chapter of Kappa Delta Epsilon, national profes­ sional education sorority at Ill­ inois State university, has an­ nounced the initiation of thir­ teen new members. New ini­ tiates of Kappa Delta Epsilon at Illinois State Include Bonnie Wirfs, 1714 N. Court, daugh­ ter of Mr. and Mrs. Silvester Wirfs, a junior in special ed­ ucation. socifli smE Opera House Features Win Stracke 1303 north riverside drive/mc henry, Illinois Historical Society In Annual Fall Meeting special award, but the at- being planned. MEMBER DRIVE tendance award was unclaimed Our next meeting is Nov.. 18. The Hilltop Parents organiz- by Mamie O'Neill. Florence V. McCormick, ation will hold a membership The annual payer's dinner is Publicity Chairman drive from Nov. 10 to 21. Historical facts and artifacts from the Cary-Fox River Grove area of McHenry county will be featured at the general fall meeting of the McHenry County Historical society to be held on Wednesday evening, Nov. 19, upstairs in the firehouse on Spring street in Cary. The meeting is scheduled for 8'- clock, and everyone interest­ ed in McHenry county's history is welcome to attend. There is no admission charge, but the society always welcomes contributions toward its aim of having a museum to house the many donations of historical items which have been made to the society. Ed OcenaseK of Cary, gen­ eral chairman for the meeting, announces that an interesting program is planned. Mrs. Geor­ ge England of Cary, will give a history of the Cary-Fox Riv- SING FOR CLUB The McHenry Choral club will present a preview of the Dec. 6-7 holiday program be­ fore the Senior Citizens club next Monday evening, Nov. 10. Members are reminded of the importance of an 8 o'clock re­ hearsal prior to the program. Harrison PTA Open Meeting MR. AND MRS. ROBERT N. FIKE WED OCTOBER 18 -- Before her marriage to Mr. Robert Nor­ man Fike on Oct. 18 at 4 p.m. in the Church of St. Bede, Ingle- side, this pretty bride was Miss Eva Mae Shaw, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Shaw of 8602 Ramble road, Wonder Lake. Her husband is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Fike of 58 Lippen- cott, Fox Lake. They will make their home at Grayslake. The bride is a graduate of McHenry high school with the class of 1967, the same year the bridegroom completed hi« education at Grant Community high school, Fox Lake. KOTALIK STUDIO PHOTO er Grove area. All who have witnessed her talents during her long association with 4-H club work will look forward to her presentation. Shuji Kimura of Crystal Lake will tell what McHenry county history means to a resident from across the Pacific ocean. Carl Rund will describe the ice-cutting bus­ iness, which was an important one in the area, and John Pat- riak will tell about his hobby of collecting antiques. Other residents of the area who will show collections of his­ toric items are William Rader, who has a collection of Indian arrowheads found in the vicin­ ity; Victor Boron, a collection of stones, and Louie Frisch, who will show his coin collec­ tion. 4 People from all parts of the county are also cordially in­ vited to bring heirlooms or other . historic items to the meeting. At the close of the program, Mrs. Bess Ocenasek and her committee will serve coffee and cake. DOLL COLLECTION Festival Of Dolls Nov. 16 Need money? Lilymoor sub­ division has solved the prob­ lem with dolls, dolls, dolls! To raise money for snow plowing and a Christmas party for the children, Mrs. Donald (Marion) Leske, and Mrs. Ja­ cob (Connie) Johnson have been collecting dolls for several Woman's Club Hear "Challenge Of Correction "The Challenge of Correc­ tion" by Lorraine Menkhaus will be a most heartwarming program for the McHenry Wo­ man's club on Friday, Nov. 14. Mrs. Menkhaus is the daugh­ ter of Mr. and Mrs. Christo­ pher J. Quinn of McHenry. She is a graduate of Marquette un­ iversity, where she majored in journalism. Mrs. Menkhaus has worked for the Milwaukee Jour­ nal and taught in Main West and Hobart high schools. Among her most interesting occupa­ tions was her work at the Train­ ing School for Girls in Geneva, 111. At the present time, Mrs. Menkhaus is wjjh the St. Charles paper. Members are reminded of the white elephant sale. Board members are to bring a 2 lb. decorated coffee can. The meeting will again be at the V.F.W. at 1 p.m. months. They have received the cooperation of Elvera Har- ju of Waukegan and Mary Zim­ merman of McHenry, who have contributed dolls and supplies, and others who gave of their time and ability to the doll project. The dolls have been repaired, renewed, and dressed by the ladies of Lilymoor. These will be exhibited and sold at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, at Lily Lake road and Southside avenue in Lilymoor. Many are old, rare, and collectors' items. Here is an opportunity to pur­ chase beautiful, fully dressed dolls at tremendous savings- and just in time for the hol­ idays. There are baby dolls, with arms outstretched, plead­ ing to be cuddled; fashion dolls saying, "I have nothing to wear."; angelic brides, and many others. All are beauti­ fully dressed, and in all sizes from one inch to three feet tall. Everyone is urged to attend. Those in charge assure the pub­ lic they will want to "adopt" one of these beauties. The next Harrison school PTA meeting will be held Tues­ day, Nov. 11, 8 p.m. f at the school in Wonder Lake. This is an open meeting and it is not necessary to live in Won­ der Lake to attend. Grand­ parents, teachers and anyone connected with children are in­ vited. Derails Sullivan will present the program. He is a special representative from the Ciba Pharmaceutical company. Dis­ cussion of hyper-active children and drug therapy, and nine bas­ ic symptoms of the hyper-act­ ive child is included. LINDA HESS ENGAGEMENT TOLD -- Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Hess of Mc­ Henry announce the engagement of their daughter, Linda Jean, to James Goetz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph T. Goetz of Pitts­ burgh, Pa. Linda is a 1966 graduate of McHenry high school and is presently employed as a secretary at a McHenry financial institution. James is a 1966 graduate of South Hills Catholic high school and a 1967 graduate of the Institute of Computer Man­ agement. He is presently working in data processing at Glen- view Naval Air station. A December wedding is planned. PG. 2 - PLAINDEALER - FRI. NOV. 7, 1969 The film strip is entitled "Cerebral Dysfunction Chil­ dren" and runs fifteen min­ utes. Mr. Sullivan will speak before the film, and then a discussion period will follow. He lives in Crystal Lake with his wife and two girls. All are urged to attend be­ cause the film will be very informative, enabling the pub­ lic to understand the greatest challenge, which is parenthood. This program is planned as a public service, so there is no charge.