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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 12 Mar 1980, p. 19

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,K";: Program On India Spring Tour Wonder Lake Anne powers 653-9549 Outside a hut In Nepal, McHenry County college instructor Dente Bancroft and a native compare the tools of their trades--a camera and a sickle. Bancroft, who teaches photography at MCC, will lead a tour to India and Nepal In May as part of the college's international study program. MCC' photography in­ structor Denis Bancroft will show slides and talk about the tour of India and Nepal he will lead in Mjay in con­ junction with an independent study course. This free slide program is offered March 13 at McHenry County college. Bancroft will show slides he took on three trips to India and Nepal. The 7 p.m. show in MCC's Main hall building, Room 163, will include many of the highlights of the May tour and will be of special interest to those who are considering joining the tour. "While it's primarily* a photographic tour it will,also be a cultural experience. Since most people take photos when they take a tour, this trip is an ideal way to polish your photographic skills and come home with some great pictures," Bancroft said. The trip will include visits to Delhi, Strinagar, Jaipur, Agra, Khajuraho, Varnasi, and seven days in Kath- mandu, Nepal and environs. Bancroft said the groups will be able to see breathtaking scenery, experience the flavor of India and get a chance to view the rural and religious aspects of the countries. The tour will leave May 16 and return June 8. Bancroft urged those who want to learn more about the tour to attend the free slide show March 13 or to telephone him at the college at (815) 455- 3700. Scholarships Each Spring, the Woman's club of Wonder Lake awards two $400 scholarships to Wonder Lake students. To qualify, you must be a Wonder Lake resident; you may be a high sclfool senior, presently , attending college or planning to enter this fall. Applications may be ob­ tained through the Guidance departments of McHenry high, Woodstock high, Marian Central, or by calling Mrs. Francis G. (Joanne) Higgins, E. Lake1" Shore drive, Scholarship chairman. The deadline for returning applications is April 18. Members of the Woman's club work very hard during the year, raising money for the scholarship fund and were happy to be able to increase the amount from $375 to $400 this year. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. CPR COURSE The Wonder Lake Area Jay-Cees, in conjunction with the Wonder Lake Fire department, are offering a free CPR course to anyone 10 years old and up. It will be held Saturday^ March 15. Since they need know the number who will \ attending, you are asked to register by calling 728-0404 and you will be given farther details. SENIOR'S SING ALONG The Wonder Lake Senior Citizens will be celebrating St. Patrick's day with an Irish Sing Along as their program for the day. The meeting will begin at 1 p.m.' Monday, March 17, at Nativity Lutheran church. This will be an important meeting, since it is election of officers. Blood pressure sen will take place before meeting, from 11-12:30 p.m.! as is always done on the third Monday of the month. NATIVITY CHURCH After the Lenten season is over, Nativity will be of­ fering a seven-week film series entitled, "Focus on the Family", starting April 11. These films will be of­ fered on seven Friday evenings and they are in-, tended for the whole family. - Nearly fifty topics will be demonstrated and discussed by twenty-five leaders and V Xv * V J > V all participants ul (Jrassa H0 Christian Education Leadership and Youth conference March 14 and 15, in Rockford, 111. The Friday evening and Saturday programs will include inspirational music and speakers, workshops and exhibits. There will be a Youth Rally Saturday from 12:30 to 4 p.m. for all teens. For registration in­ formation contact Pastor Olson (338-2405), Alan Boelter (653-8025), or Jim Fornwall (653-7471). Nativity is wishing a happy birthday to Jamie Fornwall who celebrated March 5; Lynne Benson whose day was March 10; Kathy Nelson, March 25; Daphne Bruce, March 25; and 'Shirley Schroeder, March 29. CROP WALK •' Recruiters are being sought to sign up walkers for the 1980 CROP Walk which will take place Sunday, May 4. The money obtained through the pledges would help to supply food to those in need from our area. Twenty-five percent of the profits goes to the FISH program. Church World Service is the sponsoring organization, which is comprised of members from all denominations. If you feel you would like to help and might not ac­ tually be able to walk the HKCTION 2-l'ACiK 1 - I'l.AINDKAI.KK- WKDNKHHAY, MARCH 12, ISM which will foe hold in course, Moraine Hills State park, being a recruiter would certainly be a service. Lynn Sobczak is the coordinator for the Wonder Lake area and she would like to hear from you at 648-2321. SPECIAL DAYS Danny Hayes of Highland Shores will be celebrating his eighth birthday March 16. Happy Birthday March 17 to Dora Gill. Happy St. Patrick's day to all of us Irish folk March 17. March 19, St. Joseph's day, is also a special day for all Italians, and those of Polish ancestry. COMMUNITY CALENDAR March 12 - American Legion Auxiliary meeting: 8 p.m. March 15 - Free CPR course, sponsored by Wonder Lake Area Jay-Cees March 16 - St. Patrick's dinner; 1 to 6 p.m., ' American Legion March 17 - Senior Citizen's meeting; 1 p.m. Blood Pressure, 11 a.m. to 12:30 D.m. March 20 Woman's club meeting; 8 p.m. Nativity Lutheran church March 21 Lakers snowmobile meeting; 7:30 p.m. top of the Hill March 26 - Young at Heart potluck dinner; 11 a.m. Christ the King March 29 - Men's Club dance; Christ the King; 9 p.m. to l a.m. Progress i sn ' t achieved by following the crowd. Vote REPUBLICAN March 18,1980 For STATE REPRESENTATIVE No. 85 WAITER J. DEAN 20 Yrs. on McHenry County Board 7 Yrs. Chairman McHenry County Board 9 Yrs. Chairman Board of Review 21 Yrs. Supervisor McHenry Township 4 Yrs. Lake-McHenry Law Enforcement 3 Yrs. Crescent Reg. Criminal Justice 4 Yrs. Harrison School Board 3 Yrs. Pioneer Center for Retarded 10 Yrs. WL Fire Dept. & Rescue Squad 4 Yrs. Urban County Problem Council Life time member American Legion Pres. Wonder Lake Chamber Commerce Also served on Clean Streams, Planning Comm. Health Board, Gov. Thompson's Commision on Property Tax Reform A MAN OF PERSEVERANCE and INTEGRITY Experienced-Qualified-Concerned-Dedicated-Conscientious A MAN of ACTION-NOT JUST TALK-A MAN ON THE GO Ady.j)oidjor by the Candidate, 3104 River Stream, McHenry RETAIN OCEAN Everyfriday includes Cole Slaw ntcllBHKY Rome urnishinfls CORONER OF McHENRY COUNTY PUBLICLY ENDORSED BY THERON J. EHORN FORMER CORONER OF McHENRY COUNTY "James S. Flagg, having been my chief deputy for the past several years, was a very faithful and dedicated employee. Therefore, I would like to endorse him as the next elected coroner to serve McHenry County. A vote for Jim will be appreciated." Thank you, THERON J. EHORN FORMER CORONER OF McHENRY COUNTY JAMES S. FLAGG CORONER OF McHENRY COUNTY Retain a Qualified Candidate: • Graduate of Southern Illinois University and Worsham College of Mortuary Science • 5 years as Deputy under Theron Ehorn Home tf American Drt» OPEN EVENINGS 'TIL 9 |H® JAMES S. FLAGG CORONER OF McHENRY COUNTY • 2 term Coroner in Jasper County • Recommend*) , by the County Board Chairman as being the only candidate who had experience in the day-today functions of the Coroner's office and in handling coroner's inquests and hearings. // SAT., MARCH IS FROM 12 NOON TO 6PM ALL '79 INVENTORY MUST GO!!! ...TO MAKE ROOM FOR INCOMING 1980 MERCHANDISE You Save In Every Department! 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