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r i dfievrofet sedan, owri< inverse, was stolen while parked in ront of the court house in Waukegan day last week. Np trace of it has t been found. It was insured. The road past the Lew Lusk farm Fremont is being graveled. Con- ^ ^ ^erse has the contract for hauling the |rravel which will be used. ^ ^ Mrs. J. Kirwan visited at Lloyd jjBenweH's, west of McIIenry Friday. Mrs. Molidor is/visiting her brother New Munster, Wis. Misses Martha Brown and Helen JWTagner and friend attended a shower Woodstock Sunday evening. Don Mommsen and Robert David- 'Vjfon left Friday morning for California ^ ipfln Don's Ford coupe. If they secure • «mployment they expect to stay there. Russell Davidson of Sarona, Wis., Is working for Lew Lusk. _ Mrs. Earl Paddock and Mrs. Billy "jRothermel were McHenry shoppers ; Saturday. - . ' - Miss Adeline Rossedutscher of Xibertyville spent Sunday at home. Mrs. John Worts, who has been spending the pist two weeks with her dai^rhter, Mrs. Block returned to Chicago Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Mike Wagner and daughter, Miss Helen, spent Sunday with the Peter Wagner family. Alfonso Rossdeutscher of Crystal Lake was a Volo visitor last Thursday. Earl Town send who has sold his farm to a Mr. Reed, a lawyer from Lake Forest, has bought • 70-acre farm near Richmond. The Ladies' Aid*of the M .E. church will give a dinner at the home of Mrs. L. V. Lusk, Thursday, Dec. 1. Dinner will be served at noon and everyone is invited. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Paddock expect to leave for California soon. They will motor through and will remain for the winter with their son, Leslie. Mrs. Joe Vogt and daughter, Mary, attended church at Ingleside Sunday. "Well, Aigy, I hear you have taken up walking as the doctor ordered. How does it go?" "Seems a bit awkward at first without a windshield."--The Open Road. New Fountain > i We are installing a new fountain and invite our patrons to inspect this modern improvement. The place where yon can get the best is KARLS »»0 SERVICE IS WHAT COUNTS Our "wet wash" (rough dry) or family imisk service has been and always will be the best. You can have your whole washing done cheaper than you can do ii yourself. Call us up and let us show you. McHenry agencies--Bishop & Olson, Riverside Drive Kercher & Dreymiller, Green street; John Stoffel Grocery, West McHenry. If .too big to carry, crill us at our expense. WOODSTOCK LAUNDRf t Phone, Woodstock 542 •ir J A food that is not only the very best for babies lid children, but the grownups too. _ be a good food, however, it must be pure. We handle nothing but Borden's Pasteurised and Degreed Products Ben J. Smith Hear the new RADIO ' Operates direct from, your light socket with A-C tubes Battery Operated Sets $49 and up "The Radio You'll be Proud to Own" MOTOR Authorised Ford and Atwater Kent Dealers "Where Your Dollar Buys Most^ Phones 30 and 31 * McHenry THE WORLD'S GREAT EVENTS ALBERT PAYSON TERHUN1 * , , , ... i* bT Dodd, Mead * CompAay.) Barbarotea A GERMAN lad--nearly eight hundred years ago--made Charlemagne his model In life, and resolved to duplicate the French king's feats and win the same power and glory. Like many another historical celebrity, the German youth was red-haired. From this fact his Italian enemies Uter nicknamed 'him "Barbaroesa" (Red-Beard). His Christian name was Frederick and he was nephew of Oonrad, emperor of Germany. Charlemagne had one early advantage over Barbarossa. for he was direct heir to the throne, while Conrad had a son of his own. Yet so cleverly did the yonng Barbarossa arrange matters that he, and not this rightful heir, was chosen by Conrad as his successor. The people ratified the choice, and on Conrad's death in 1192 Barbarossa, then twenty-nine years old, came to the throne. He foiled Germany In no enviable condition. Dispute* had arisen among the petty principalities of the country, and, under Conrad's easy rule, the ties of allegiance had weakened. Moreover, Germany's claims to suzerainty in Italy and other lands had been allowed to lapse. Altogether, Barbaroesa had a very poor start In his plan of rivaling Charlemagne's greatness. In no way discouraged at the gloomy prospect, the young king set to work at once reconciling the differences among the home principalities and making decidedly advantageous alliances and treaties tor himself at tome and abroad. Unlike moet medieval heroes, he was more than a mere warrior. He was also a shrewd politician and an adept .In ttye art of cajoling when coercion failed. In this way he proceeded to strengthen and consolidate Germany Into a compact, contented nation. He then made municipal and civic reforms, promoted the cause of education and culture and started Germany once more upon Che path of progress. Having accomplished these tremendous tasks, Barbarossa turned his attention to the Italians who had shaken off Germany's yoke. The Milanese, who ruled much of the northern part of Italy, had maltreated German subjects. Barbarossa, at the head of an army, marched against these rebels, conquered them and laid waste northern Italy. Having thns avenged his subjects' real or fancied wrongs, he marched over the Apennines upon Rome, and there, on June 18, 1155, he was crowned "Holy Roman Emperor.** The Resemblance t9 Charlemagne being thus far carried out, he hur£}ejj back to Germany, whence tjilngs come of robber Knights and barons who, taking advantage of their emperor's absence, had set out on a highhanded course of misrule. Barbarossa wasted little time in crushing these oppressors. He then resumed his plans of conquest By diplomacy more than by force he won the allegiance of Poland, of Hungary, of Bohemia and the powerful French province of Burgundy? He then went back to Italy and besieged and captured Milan. The pope, noting this rapid acquisition of power, demanded that Barbarossa become a papal vassal. Barbarossa calmly rehised and showed hlyself able and ready to enforce his refusal, tiie pope lor tfie time withdrew his demands. But It was soon after this that Barbarossa scandalized Christendom by practically declaring war on the Vatican. The dispute was purely political and cast no reflection on the emperor's religious faith. Alexander ni was pope. Barbarossa favored an anti-pope's claims. Alexander promptly excommunicated him. Barbarossa, in retaliation, stormed Rome and took possession of the Vatican. Italy held Its breath at such sacrilege. But even while the world looked on, spellbound, a pestilence swept the German army at Rome (sent, as Alexander declared, In punishment'for Barbarossa's blasphemous conduct), and of all that vast host only a scattered remnant retained alive to Germany. ^ At sight of this weakening of their dreaded master's forces the cities of Lombardy, Italy, formed a confederation against Barbarossa, utterly routing him In battle at Ltgnano. The emperor was crushed under his falling horse and left on the field for dead. But within three days he reappeared --miraculously, It was thought--at the bead of his surviving troops at Pavla. His plans were defeated, his great power apparently ^one. Another man would have despaired. But Barbarossa merely exchanged war once more for diplomacy. He acknowledged Alexander as the true pope and by various crafty maneuvers of wire-pulling and statesmanship regained political control of Italy. Not content with this, he set forth to capture the Holy Land from the Turks. Hp won two decisive victories In Asia Minor, hot before he could reach Palestine itself he was drowned, in 1160, while trying to croee a river--an Inglorious death for the hero Who had conquered and ruled the greater part of the continent of Europe! Barbarossa's achievements la behalf of his native land marked a distinct epoch In history. He helped on the cause of the people by granting rights and franchises to cities, nnd set a world example of model and progres- •Ive government Civilisation and the kWts throve under his wise reign. Where She Shin** •Does Mary go in for athletics?- "Rather I Ton should sea bar jump to conclusions." $mp/« Matter Teacher--How can you tell die approach of winter? Pupil--It begins to get later earlier. Actively Engaged Mao--Don't overexert yourself* John--Thanks. I find it hard to keep from kimdng yog. An Effective Retort Husband--"You know, dear, Tpi not perfect" Wifey--"Oh, yea, I know It, bat I didn't think yoa dW." A Wise Tip Xounglelgh--I'm out for the dost Oldun--Well, take my advice and got the "dust" out of industry. I 4 e-- u:--s Back From the ImcH^ "Why, Dottle, you're all blistered.1* "Oh, Tottle, how unromanUc you Ait I f at Mnklssed." v/ One Way "How can I double my weekly pay envelope?" "Easily, by folding It" Might Stop 9t "I can spot a tailor-made salt time." "Why not use a napkin?" Hooray t Teachar--Name a very popular j eraL Bright Boy--General holiday. Baeineee, Not Pit "Shopping?" "No, I haven't any time, buying a few things." fm just Charleston in Ireland The Charleston has been Included in the annual dancing tournament between cities of Ulster, Ireland. It Is not classed as one of the regular dances, such as the foxtrot, waits and tango, but Is given in a special and separate competition. The tournament this year was conducted In Victoria hall, Belfast, by the Ulster amateur dancing championship, and every amateur dancer in Ulster was eligible. The first prize was a loving cup presented by the lord mayor of Belfast, when the contest was Inaugurated three years ago. Miss Katherlne Wai son of Derry judged the trials, and, admitted that Belfast had better dan/ ers than Derry. Foeter* Nature Study The move made by Rgv. Joseph Mufjfas, pastor of a §Tovalc congregation In North Wllkes-Barre, to bring the chidren of the parish, and all others who care to avail themselves of the opportunity. Into closer touch with nature. Is worthy of special commendation. The pastor, says Nature Magazine, has secured a tract of 30 acres where bird and plant life are to be propagated and encouraged, and all phases of nature fostered for educational Inspirational valua the the a Castaway in fyf id-Oceq/i _ About SOQ fnfies off ^ostotT In th Ngrth Atlantic tlv*» lookout stepper Pffg'id<.^( Oarflelj saw piece of wrrrfc n c<\ It was a'TIatch cover with a Uve object on it. The steamer stopped and rowing out to the wreckage sailors found a Siamese kitten, wet to the skin and half starved but still alive. Where It came from will remain a mystery of the sea. It is now a mascot of the Garfield's crew.--Capper's Weekly. Cot Hit Money Bach In plowing near Falrlee, Md., a farmer turned up a pocketbook which he had lost two years ago while at work in the same spot. The wallet was practically decayed and a $5 bill It contained had fallen Into seven pieces. The mouey was forwarded to Washington to be redeemed for the benefit of the owner. ' Seeking Both you find your penny, Tom- When to Smile long as things go well with they are chipper as a basket Of chips; but the minute they feel a pin prick of hard luck, their faces are as long as a hammer handle. Men iHth the real stuff In them smile the biggest when the tug their hearts !• hardest. ^•THdn't my?" "No, sir, but my little bro "Then what are you look now?" "My litUe brother."--London Bits. ther did. * >kuig for idon Tlt- Sad End Young Woman--I think they ought to rename those dyes you sold me, and call them "Old Soldier Dyes." Chemist--Because of their long service, I suppose, madam? Toung Woman-No, because ttst never dye, they fade away I Proved Hie Contention "A man who can't express himself so that people can understand htm jf an idiot Do you understand mffP ; "No!"--Pathflinder Magazine. •, Reeourcefal financier "When I started out in the world had but a dollar." "What did you do with that?" "Wired home for some more." The Holiday 'Bobby--Hurrah! I'm going to have a holiday tomorrow. WBe--Good I • You can collar and the attic i? Better Than No Bath Bathing hi the snow ts ar eol «astom in Russia. Baked With Air and Duet A French inventors smoke consumer for kitchen ranges admits air, superheats It and, combining it with the coal gases and dust causes them to burn. Swifter Than Light ^ ^ flfLe velocity of eleclolcity far niv feeds that of light Light travels at the rate of 186,400 miles a second, electricity, at the rata of 248£00 mUea a second. Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Brooks were business callers at Cary last Thursday. Mrs. Joe Dowell and son, Rollin, were bosiness callers at McHenry last Friday afternoon. While there they called on Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dowell. Page Smith transacted business at Zion last Monday and Tuesday. Willard Darrell was a business caller at Waukegan last Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. John F. Freund of McHenry were callers at the H. L. Brooks home last Saturday morning. Mrs. J. W. Pfannenstill and son. Arthur, and daughter, Mae, spent Sunday at the home of Mrs. Anna Blomfield at Elgin. Mr. and Mrs. R. B. McGill and son and guest, Walter McGill, of Springfield,- " Ohio, spent last Wednesday evening at the Earl Converse home. Miss Fern Nicholls of Roseville spent last Friday with Miss Lillian Winkler. Mrs. W. E. I^rooks and son, Chesney, were Sunday morning guestf at Wauconda. Mildred Hoffman spent last Wednesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Hazelton at Elgin. Mrs. Louis Rohman and Mrs. Fredette of Chicago and Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Brooks of Waukegan spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Brooks. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Converse and daughter, Frances, and Mr. and Mrs. William Davis and daughter called on Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Davis at Volo on Sunday afternoon. 'Mr. and .Mrs. H. D. Binks and daughter, Elenore, of Oak Park spent Sunday at Ardelow farm. Alice Dowell visited with Mae Smith Sunday afternoon. John Blomgren, Mrs. E. Anderson and Sigrid Blomgren were among the guests entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Lusk at Wauconda Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. H. L. BrooKs spent Mlonday at the home of Mr. and Mrs Leon Larabee at Bristol, Wis. They also called at Waukegan. Henry Winkler accompanied by Mr. H. Bink of Oak Park returned home Saturday after spending a few days at Lexington, Ky. Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Brooks of Waukegan called at the W .E. Brooks home Sunday afternoon. George Roesslien of the "Flats" was a Sunday supper and evening guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Matthews. Mrs. LaDoyt Matthews and Miss Myrtle Darrell of -Crystal Lake spent the week-end with relatives at Oak n farm. George Harner and George Roesslein of the Flats called on Halden Folets at Zion Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Geary and son, Eugene, were callers at McHenry last Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Harry Matthews and Mrs. S. Blomgren attended a meeting of the Fortnightly club entertained at the home of Mrs. Raymond Lusk at Wauconda last Tuesday evening. Mildred Hoffman spent Monday on business at DesPlaines. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Geat-y and Bill DoWell attended the movie at the Miller theatre at Woodstock last Wednesday evening. Mrs. H. J. Schaefer and Mrs. John &iox of McHenry visited at the home of their parents last Friday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Ollie Grantham were Sunday dinner guests at the home of their daughter in Waukegan. Emmet Geary and son, Forrest, were Sunday visitors at the Henry Geary home. Mrs. Harry Matthews entertained the Fast Matron's club of Mayflower chapter at the regular November meeting on Friday, Nov.' 11. Mrs. Cora Bangs, a past matron of the chapter, now a resident of Amarillo, Texas, was a guest After the regular business routine a social chat was enjoyed and an excellent lunch was served by the hostess. The December meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. H. T. Cook at Wauconda. William Darrell spent Sunday at the home of his cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Wheelock in Chicago. " £ Mr. and Mrs. Earl Matthews and 't'x ";J.\ • children of Crystal Lake spent last Tuesday evening at the hp»^ %^ and Mrs. Harry Matthews^. -T > Eeeay on Gccm The following composition on written, according to Capped Weekly, by a schoolboy In St Louis: "Geese is a heavy-aet bird with a head on one side and a tail on the other. His f«et is set so far back on his ranting gear that they nearly miss his body. Some geese is ganders and has a curl In his talL Ganders don't lay •frset They just eat, loaf and go WLaming, jf j had to be a geese, I WOllld rather be a gander. Geese do give milk, but give eggs, bat Cor give me liberty or give me death." ii Plaindealers at Bolgers ><•»•»! 11IMMMI Ml »• Frett Bros. & Freund MASON CONTRACTORS and OlNCRK-fE BUILDING UNITS Telephone McHenry 600-M-l or 86-K MILLER'S STORE j Jos. J. Miller, Prop. GENERAL MERCHANDISE "A Good Place to Trade in All Kinds of Weather" Phone 114-R McHenry, 111. m« I > i > > » • • » » • » » • » • • • • • • • • < t u t n • » ! > • > Don't Neglect Your Eyes riOfily a complete examination with the latest scientific instruments wiU reveal yoftr eye trouble. '• - The public is invited to visit my newly equipped optical office located above the M. Schwab© Jewelry Store. **" . 217 Benton St. Open Days and Evenings l Dr. Paul A. Schwat>e V S . ^ OPTOMETRIST Phone 674 for appointments. Woodstock, HI. 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