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•'« v, Vt -;jr* "V • •«•••• •" V'J". \V* «V'f • ••?; n^lf' 1 if "MJxP lM'^if-^-- • ?*k:: *•<' •^:;rwW^ <$<,4 u ->* i~- - j" "".v * " ,t „ i'> '{>"* r" t * M % r ~ ;.ui-""'- -:- . • ,*; *&*, Ws • i5-..?.;'• ' s?»';-> • -tj NO. 40 ,1 Jj f k! "X ifoLDME XL MoHENRY, ILLINOIS. THURSDAY. MARCH 25. 1915. WEEKLY PERSONAL ITEMS Sr/V;' CDHERS AND GOERS Of A WEEK 01 ODR BUSY LITTLE VILLAGE US SEEN BY PLAINDEALER REPORTERS AND HANDED INTO OUR OFFICE BY OUR FRIENDS John P. Schreiner spent Sunday at #gin. J VJobn R. Knox wua Harvard visitor Siinday. '> :'JT. W. Kimball was a county seat visitor Monday. .^George J. Schreiner was a Chicago "^feitor last Friday. ' Miss Alioe Simes Was a metropolitan cfty visitor Monday. ^ Mr. and Mrs. Johu Jnsten ws^e Chi- ':Jtthgo visitors Mondajr. , ' Frank Weingart is entertaining^Jiis .iopther of Grayslake. ?•. Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Walsh were §icago visitors Tuesday. Sverett Hunter transacted business yp&tters in Chicago Tuesday. rV^Wra. Bacon was a business visitor in i|B metropolitan city Monday. "iJEdwin Knox was among the Chicago piissengers last Friday morning. ; Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Justen were Chi- Wkgo visitors one day last week. , Miss Elizabeth Thelen was a busi­ ness visitor in Chicago Tuesday, r , Mr. and Mrs. Win, Bonslett spent Mlmday in the metropolitan city. Win, Howard of Crystal Lake came here to attend church last Sunday. ,"C. Unti attended to matters of a business nature in Chicago Tuesday. Ed. Behan ol Crystal Lake was a visitor in town one night last week. Harry Alexander of Hebron spent Sunday as the guest of McHenry friends. Herbert Landwer of Harrington was A Sunday guest of relatives and friends here. Mrs. Charles P. Wright entertained her sister from Austin a few days last week. N Clyde Francisoo of Chicago spent Sunday as the guest of relatives west of town. F. J. Von Fishman entertained his mother of Walworth, Wis., one day last week. Miss Floribelle Basse tt is spending the week as the guest of relatives at Woodstock. Miss Anna Knox spent an evening last week as the guest of friends at Woodstock. Mrs. C. O. Frett, sons, Leonard and Charles, spent Tuesday in the metro­ politan city. Miss A,nna Weber spent a day last week as the guest pf friends at the county seat. Granger Smith of Elgin was a Sun­ day guest in the home of the Misses Granger here. Harry Rockwell of Delavan, Wis., was a guest in the home of Mrs. C. E. Gay lord Monday. Winfield S. Woodburn and son, John, of Chicago speht Sunday as the guests of relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Preston of Chica­ go spent a few days last week as guests of relatives here. Frank Schnabel attended to matters of a business nature in the metropol­ itan city Tuesday. Mrs. Fred J. Mershoa entertained her mother, Mrs. A. D. Osborn, of Woodstock last Friday. R. B. Walsh of Chicago was a Sun­ day yuest in the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Walsh. F. J. Rarbian was a business visitor atWaukegan and other north shore towns the first of the week. Miss Edith Dilling of Crystal Lake spent Sunday as a guest in the home Of her sister, Mrs. Geo. B. Freund. •Miss Varina Went worth is speuuing the week as the guest.of relatives and friends at Algonquin and Carpenters- ville. Mrs. Fred Mershon passed Tuesday as a guest in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Osborne, at Wood­ stock. Mr. and Mrs. Win. J. Aebischer of Chicago were Sunday guests in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. StoSel. Mr. and Mrs. A. K. Burns of Chicago passed Sunday as guests in the home 01 ihe latter's mother, Mrs. F. K. Granger. Miss Elizabeth Dwyer of Elgin at­ tended the K. of |C. dancing party at S toff el's hall on Wednesday evening of last'week. Miss Mildred Gay lord spent the latter part of last and the fore part of this week as the guest of relatives at Woodstock. Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Westfall of Chi­ cago spent Sunday as guests in the home of tho latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Simon Stoffel. Mrs. Dick White and daughter of Woodstock passed a day last week as guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Relihan. George Jus tea cauie out fnirn Chi­ cago Saturday evening to be a Sunday guest in the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob J us ten. Mr. and Mrs. M. N. Winkel of Deer- field, 111., passed a few days this week as guests in the home of his brother, Theo. Winkel, and family. Mrs. Stephen H. Heimer passed the fore part of the week with her daugh­ ter, Helen, who was confined in a Chi­ cago hospital where she underwent an operation one day last we«gr - . -CAUCUS VOTE SHALL KILLER EASILY DEFEATS FREUNB FOR HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER In spite of the fact that there was at fight on for the office of highway com* missioner, a comparatively small vote was cast at the annual town election held at the village hall here last Sat­ urday. . All told 456 votes were east, 306 of these being cast by male voters, while 60 were registered by women. The race for the highway commis­ sioner office resulted in a very much one-sided affair, much to the surprise of the voters in general. While we had looked for a very close fight, we were more than surprised last Satur­ day morning when we were repeatedly told that Miller would win out by a handsome majority. The prediction of Miller's friends certainly came true in full measure. ' The result of the vote was as fol­ lows: Total vote cast -.45$ Men voting -.396 Women voting... 60 FOR SUPERVISOR Stephen H. Freund 318 FOR HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER John H. Freund ,.x 143 John A. Miller _ 305 Miller's majority 162 This is quite a contrast from the vote of last year, when the big fight was between the two candidates run­ ning for the office of collector. The total vote last year was 726, of which number 268 were cast by women vot­ ers. ' E, POETRY AND GRAIN ASS!! IS FORMED TOE IT CHICKEN FAN CBKS AND f AWHSS F. L. McONBER IS AT THE HEAD OF THE IfEW ORGANIZATION- SHOW TO BE HELD HERE NEXT WINTER "The McHenry Poultry & Grain as­ sociation" is the name of a new organ­ ization which came into existence in McHenry about two weeks ago. The purpose of the association is to pro­ mote and encourage the raising of good poultry and grain in this locality. In many of the towns in the state associations of this sort have been flourishing for a number of years and there is nothing to hinder McHenry from having one of the strongest and best organizations in this part of the "State... Poultry and grain raisers have dis­ played a great interest in the new as sociation, which is shown by its mem­ bership, which already numbers well over the hundred mark. The officers of the association are as follows: President, F. L. McOmber: vice president, J. H. Miller; 1st vice president, N. H. Petesch; 2pd vice president, John Phalin; secretary, E. S. Brink; treasurer, Carl W. Stenger? superintendent, Clarence Whiting; as­ sistant superintendent, John Brents; board of directors, F. L. McOmber, E. S. Brink, Ed. L. Hayes, Rev. Edw. V. McAllister will celebrate Rexall week March 28 to April 5 by giving souvenirs. See ad on Pajre 4. TOO MANY BORROWERS Every once in a while one of our readers comes to us with the complaint that they are pestered each week by having the neighbors come in to borrow The Plaindealer. These people hate to refuse their neighbors, but at the same time they consider it "some nerve". Furthermore, the practice becomes monotonous to those who are troubled in this manner and for this reason we were asked to go after the borrowers. One subscriber tells us that three of her neighbors have been constant borrowers for some time past. In fact she tells us that her neighbors get to read the paper before she has a chance to look it over. While we are glad to know that The Plaindealer. is so immensely popular we would at the same time, consider it a favor if the borrowers would send in vtheir sub­ scriptions and in this manner give their neighbors a chance to read the news which they are paying for. EASTER DANCE The ladies of St. Mary's Catholic church will hold an Easter dance at Stoffel's hall on Monday evening, April 5. This is the first Easter dance to be given by the ladies of the church in some yeara and the committee having the event in hand is going to try its level best to make it one grand suc­ cess, both socially and financially. Moore's five-piece orchestra of Wood­ stock has already been engaged for the occasion and the dancers may rest as­ sured that this popular musical organ­ ization will come to McHenry with all the latest and most popular selections. A booth will also be erected in one end of the hall, where the ladies will sell refreshments of different kinds, and those who come may rest assured that they will be well taken care of. Dance tiokets, 91.00. Everybody wel­ come. . WILL DIVIDE FARM Mrs, Jos. H. Justen, who resides a short distance north of tovru, is ha.v the old homestead, the Schaefer farm, divided in two. Owing to the size of the farm Mrs. Schaeler basal ways found it a difficult task to find a suitable renter for the place and to make it easier to handle she is now dividing the place and making two separate farms out of the one. A well is now being drilled on the new place and new buildings will be erected on same the coming summer. H. J. Schaffer ha§, the con­ tract for the erection of the buildings which will consist of a house, barn, granary and all the other amaller buildings that go to make up a modern farm. Mr. Schaffer expects to get started on the buildings some time the middle of the summer. TARGET SHOOT AT SPRING GROVE A target shoot will take place at Al. Pepping's grounds at Spring Grove next Saturday, March 27. Shooting will begin at 10:00 o'clock. Prizes will be awarded for high and low scores and a fine time is assured those who turn out. Refreshments and shells are to ̂ >e had on the grounds. If you are a lover of the sport you'll miss a treat if you fail to attend. ENGLISH SERMOM TUESDAY NIGHT Rev. McCorinick of Cary will be in MnHmirv next Tus®dsy at which time he will deliver a sermon on "Con­ fessions" atSt. Mary's Catholic church. These Lenten sermons have proven immensely popular with the parish­ ioners of the church as well as out­ siders and if you enjoy something good turn out- next Tuesday evening. Every­ one welcome. An elegant new line of Staver bug­ gies and Northwestern wagons now on my display floor. See them and get my .•>- - • - Berthold, John Olson, J. V/ Buckland, N. F. Colby, M. Worts, C. L. Page. F. G. Schreiner and Henry Pomrening. A meeting was held at the school auditorium on Tuesday evening of this week, at tfhich time it was decided to hold the first annual show during the week between Christmas and New Year, Dec. 27 to Jan. 2. It was also decided to engage Geo. W, Haskett to act as judge. The writer has interviewed a num­ ber of chicken fanciers of this village and the surrounding country and all seem to be heartily in favor of the move and from the present outlook we feel safe in saying that the association will be a success and will eventually be the means of bringing one of the biggest and best shows in the northern part of the state to McHenry. Ed. L. Hayes, who has had much ex­ perience in the way of poultry and grain exhibits, has put his shoulder to the wheel and is pushing the move­ ment with every bit of strength that he possesses. Other poultry raisers are also boosting the move with a vim and vigor. In selecting F. L. McOm­ ber as the president of the association, we believe the members have made a wise move, as he is thoiply qualified for the position, and, what's more, he is a nvan who is willing to put his heart and soul into the work, as he has al­ ways been more or less of a chicken fancier as well as a friend to the farm­ ers. E. S. Brink, the secretary, has a fine lot of chickens and has devoted' considerable of his spare time to his exceptionally fine flock. C. W. Stenger, the treasurer, is a booster wherever you may put him and the association may rest assured that he will do everything within his power to make the new association one of the best in the state. As far as can be learned at this time the show will be held at Stoffel's hall, altho the place and date are both sub­ ject to change. ' It is the intention of the association to interest the farmers of McHenry and vicinity* They wish to encourage them in raising an exceptionally fine crop this year and have the produce on at tL_ Thfey are especially anxious to see the young­ er farmers interest themselves. When once they get them started tffe rest will be easy, as everyone will try to outdo the other at the show. So far as the poultry end is con­ cerned the success of the show Is al­ ready assured. McHenry and vicinity has quite a number of prize winners and we feel safe in saying that the poultry end of the show will surpass anything ever attempted in the coun­ ty. Some of the birds owned in Mc­ Henry and vicinity have carried away prizes in a number of the smaller towns as well as at the county show and in Chicago and to compete with these some of the best birds in the county will undoubtedly be brought to Mc­ Henry during the show. The officers, board of directors and members are all boosting and when it comes time for the show a fine list of prizes will be hung up for competition. The membership fee is $1.00 per year and if you haven't joined the as­ sociation do so at once and thereby help along a good cause. A large number have already paid in their membership fee and the of­ ficers will appreciate it if all who have not paid will do so at their earliest convience, as, like everything else, it takes money to successfully operat$.> poultry and grain association. ANNOUNCEMENT The Kimball Piano company has rented the Masquelet store building on Elm street and will soon open therein a piano store and music house. The company will place F. J. Von Fishman in charge of the stpre. Watch for future announcement. M?HENRY'S SOCIETY SMitl WhMl Mrs. W. F. Cow en acted as hostess to the members of the Social Wheel on Thursday, March 18. The hostess had every thing in readiness for the entertainment of her guests and every minute of the afternoon was enjoyed by those present. A debate was one feature of entertainment which with­ out a doubt was enjoyed very much. At the usual hour refreshments were served. A delightful time was had by all. The next meeting will be with Mrs. F. L. McOmber Thursday after­ noon, April 1. IUt«1 lMtfilnr ThlaHt CIA The members of the R. N. A~. Thim­ ble club were delightfully entertained at the home of Mrs. Frank Zuelsdorf on Wednesday afternoon of this week, Mrs. Zuelsdorf and Mrs. S. S. Giddings acting as hostesses. The regular rou­ tine of work was gone thru, after which refreshments were served. WEEKLY EXCHANGE ITEMS >A8 TAKEN IKON TfcE C0LUNNS OF OUR MANY EXCHANGES Seod potatoes at M. M. Nemo's. At the Central "The Exploits of Elaine" Wednesday. Thursday, "The Famous Players." Saturday and Sun­ day, feature film programs. GOOD WOMAN IS CALLED NRS. A. J. RAYMOND PASSES AWAY AFTER |.0NG ILLNESS Wauconda Leader: Died, at the family home in Volo, Friday, the twelfth of March, 1915, Mrs. A. J. Raymond, aged 64 years, 8 months and 14 days. Lovina Cook was born on the old Cook homestead near Wauconda on June 28, 1850, and was the youngest, save one, of a large family of children of Andrew and Mary Oaks-Cook, pioneers in this township. She grew to womanhood here, enjoying the mea­ ger opportunities of the time; and on December 31, 1875, was united in mar­ riage with Andrew J. Raymond, well known farmer. creameryman and politician of western Lake county. They lived on a large farm adjoin­ ing the village of Volo for many years, and later in life retired to a comfortable home in that village. Mrs. Raymond's life was a busy one, her bfime and its duties being her con­ stant care. Two children, married and in homes of their own, survive with their father to feel the loss irreparable. The eldest daughter is Mrs. Louis Lusk and is the mother of three chil­ dren; and the other daughter, Helen, is Mrs. Charles Kapple and they have one child, thus there are four grand­ children who are too young to know much of the loss of their grandmother. Mrs. Raymond was ever a good mother and a good neighbor, having had many good friends who encouraged and comforted her during the months of her last illness. One brother, Homer Cook, of- Wau- kegan, and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Foster, who Is well advanced in years, and a resident of Minnesota, and Mrs. Lucy Clough of this village, are all t are left of a family of 'thirteen children of which she was a member. Her husband is, by her death, left quite alone but has abundant means to live where and how he may choose. The funeral was held at the home wherein she had dwelt and where she died, on Sunday afternoon, March the fourteenth, and was attended by a large gathering of old neighbors, friends and relatives, Rev. Williams delivering the funeral address, and interment was made in the Volo cemetery. Don't forget the spring opening at ifatiiwi v TL; pui<uii ou the West Side next Saturday, March 27. • INSTALLS NEW MILKING MACHINE August M. Schiller has just installed an Empire milking machine in his dairy barn at McCollum's lake, making the barn one of the best equipped in McHenry>county. Mr. Schiller has one of the finest farms in this section of the country and it is worth one's time to visit and inspect the place. Many other improvements are contemplated and will be made immediately after the close of the summer's work. There's nothing too good lor the Schiller View farm. The fifth number of- the lyceum course at the school auditorium to­ night. BUYS BLACKSMITH 8HOP John Aylward of Elgin has pur­ chased the blacksmith shop of Lawson & McDonald, which has been operated in the Laures building by that firm of late. Mr. Aylward is at practical black­ smith and is well and favorably known to many of our people, as he was born and raised a short distance southeast of this village, what is now known as Emeral Park. Aylward took pos­ session of the shop on Monday morn­ ing apd is'now ready to serve the piib- UNIVERSALIST CHURCH^. Regular services next Sunday. Sim, day school at 10:00 a. m., preaching service at 11:00 a. m> Everyone wel­ come. . Jqhn M. Ratcli^^, Minister. \?hen you get ready to let that job of fainting and interior decorating get Raymond Howard's figures, pis work if gu^rant*^ , ; MISCELLANEOUS ASSORTMENT OF NEWS ITEMS IN CONDENSED FORM FOR BUSY PEOPLE The jitney bus service has been tried out at Elgin, but it proved a failure. Genoa, 111., another saloonless town, will have her main street paved this year. Richmond has gone thru the entire winter without a single contagious disease. F. E. Diffendafer of Woodstock has purchased the Gracy moving picture show outfit at Crystal Lake. One of the Waukegan papers be­ lieves that owing to the death of Mrs. A. J. Raymond the famous'rail riding case will be retried. Fully 2,000 acres of low and non­ productive slough land in the towns of Dunham and Marengo will be reclaimed by drainage within a short time. Fire did considerable damage to the E. E. Cropley home at Solon one morn­ ing recently. Three of the room sin the house were quite badly damaged by fire and water. A new fire alarm siren was tried out by the Crystal Lake fire chief on Mon­ day of last week, but the instrument proved too small. A larger and louder siren has been ordered from the manu­ facturer. Miss Grace Redpalh, , a Marengo young lady, has fallen heir to a 200 acre farm and $3,000 in money left her by her aunt, Mrs. Mary L. Purves, who died in the town of Seneca recent- ly- Manor Bros, of Hebron are making a "regular" opera house out of the city hall in that village. New dressing rooms are being built, while the stage is also being fitted with an electric lighting system. John Swinkler, an educated young Hindoo, was arrested at Harvard last Sunday evening on a charge of being responsible for a series of petty thefts and burglaries which have taken place in that city during the past year or more. A play entitled "The King of Tim- buctoo" was presented by local talent at the Crystal Lake high school audi­ torium on a recent evening and brought one the largest crowds that ever at­ tended an event of the kind in that city. Clarence F. Hoy carried the leading role. Atty. C. P. Barnes of Woodstock has withdrawn from the race for the supreme judgeship and heartily en­ dorses the • candicacy of James H. Cartwright, the present judge. Simultaneously with his announcement of h?s withdrawal comes the announce­ ment also that he has again joined the ranks of the Republicans. The Crystal Lake volunteer fire de­ partment collected a neat sum of money last Saturday with which to a purchase a necessary equipment. L. Hoeckner, the local florist, donated 500 roses, which were sold on the street by young ladies of that city. No price was set on the flowers, the price paid depend­ ing entirely upon the generosity of the purchaser. A neat sum was realized. Hon. A. J. Olson, whose term as mayor of Woodstock expires this spring, is again wanted for the office. Among other names mentiond in con­ nection with the mayorality office are W. B. McConnell, present postmaster of that city; G. F. Rush ton, former county clerk and now engaged in the real estate business; A. C. Roebuck, head of the Woodstock Typewriter company, and J. M. Hoy, also a popu­ lar business man. Dr. E. L. Karnes, ophthalmologist Of Chicago will be at the Riverside House every Saturday and Sunday. See him about your eyes and glasses. > OUT FOR SUPERVISOR James C. Ladd of Ringwood has a card in today's issue of The'Plaindeal- er, in which he announces his candi­ dacy for the office of supervisor for the town of McHenry. While Mr. Ladd was not in the race last Saturday, he was induced to become a candidate for the office since that time and is now putting in all of his leisure time in making his candidacy known to the many friends and voters in general. Mr. Ladd has served this township as supervisor four years previous to 1909, when the present incumbent of the office defeated him for the honors. That he is qualified for the position no one can deny and we predict that he will make a strong run on election day. ANOTHER SUNDAY FIRE CENTER VILLE BUSINESS HOUSE CLOSE CALL SUNDAY Three consecutive Sunday fires have occurred in McHenry during the past winter, the last of which broke out in the Jacob Justen building in Center- ville last Sunday morning. Mr. Justen, having a funeral at Wau­ conda last Sunday, arose quite early In order that he might give his funeral car a thoro cleansing before making the trip to Wauconda. He had pulled the car up near the house and when he went to turn on the water he found that the water pipe was frozen. Be- ng unprepared lor an emergency of this kind and having no time to waste, he hurriedly gathered up a few old rags and soaked them with wood al­ cohol. With this improvised torch he started to thaw out the pipe. W ithin a few minutes he was startled to hear the hired girl shout to him that the house was full of smoke. He looked up and in a moment realized what had happened. The suction between the studding had drawn the blaze from the torch inside the wall and in less time than it takes to tell it the fire had crept up to the top of the roof. Mr. Justen tried to reach the blaze with a small hose, but to no avail. The alarm was given and within five minutes afte$ it was sounded the Centerville hose cart was on the scene and a stream of water was playing upon the blaze, which by this time had gained considerable headway. The two other hose carts were soon on the scene and after twenty minutes of hard and effective work the blaze was extinguished, but not until after considerable damage had been done to the second floor of the building, which is used as living quarters by the Jus­ ten family. The loss, while it will reach several hundred dollars, is fully covered by in­ surance. Dana Walden, master magician and ITEMS OF LOCAL INTEREST AS HCKED W IT fLAINDEAm B- NITERS DURING SBK WHAT PEOPLE ARE DOING IN THIS VIL­ LAGE AND THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY-- OTHER SHORT PARAGRAPHS ; Batter Market • ' Butter on the Elgin board of sold at 28. cents per ponnd last Satur­ day. Staver buggies at Math. Freund's. Tel. 102-EL F. J. Herbes, the plumber. Gold fish at McAllister's SaturAlj* March 27. entertainer, tonight. at the sch6ol auditorium SECOND ANNUAL NEETWG Or McHENRY COUNTY SOIL IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION SATURDAY. MARCH 87 The second annual meeting ol the McHenry County Soil Improvement association will be held at Crystal Lake, Saturday, March 27, 1915. in the Modern Woodman hall. FarmMit M«*tlag I0d| Election of officers, selection of di­ rectors, reading of reports and other necessary business will be transacted in the forenoon, after which dinner will be served by the various hotels and restuarants. AfUrnMn M--Mm An especially good program has been prepared for the afternoon session and will prove of great interest and bene­ fit to all who attend. The best avail­ able on modern farm methods have been engaged to speak. Hon. Chas. D. Adkins of Boment, 111., a successful farmer and livestock breeder, will be present and speak on "Methods of Farming that Pay." Mr. Adkins is a forceful and interesting speaker and has a practical message that every farmer should have. Frank I. Mann of Gilman, one of the best known and most successful farmers of the state, will also be present and tell of the results he is getting on his 500 acre farm. * We are certain that these men have information that every farmer in the county can make use of in getting bet­ ter refeiilU'tliL --i: as3 j should plan to be present and hear them. Yours truly, H. E. Whipple, Pres. A. M. Sheltun, Secy. Spring opening at Miss Thelen's millinery parlors on the West Side next Saturday, March 27. Saturday, March 27, is gold fish at McAllister,s. Staver buggies and Northwestern wagons at Math. Freund's. f! Our motto: "Safety Firat." P. ̂ Herbes, the plumber. Tel. 102-R. • Before placing that order for a nanr buggy see Math. Freund. He handles the Staver. It is reported about town that a new milk route is to be operated here the coming summer. Mr. and Mrs. George Chesnut of of Elgin announce the birth of a son, born Monday, March 15. All of the village as well as rant . schdol teachers are attending the stitute at Crystal Lake this week. J' The plumber, ̂ J • F. J. Herbes. Tel. 1Q2A Mrs. Robert Patzke held the lucky number iwhich won the kitchen cabinet at F. A. Bohlander's store last Salurdi^. Hughie Martin and family have moved from Wauconda and have taken up their abode on the Wm. Bonslett farm west of town. The Ladies' Aid will serve dinnef jfe the home of Mrs. Rilla Foss on Thurs­ day, April 1. There will be aprons for sale. Everyone invited. John Feltz, uritil recently employed at the Oliver Typewriter factory at Woodctock, is now assisting F. C, , Feltz, the drayman, here. . r "SUm's Musio House" will be tho name of the new piano store which is to be opened in the Masquelet stptf̂ f building in the near future. ^ ; Miss Mabelle Wheeler. now baa samples of the new 1915 models of Spirella corsets. A card or eall bring her to you. Phone 77-M. ^ A prize ball will be given at KnoitV hall on Wednesday evening, April 14. Music by Brandstadter's celebrated or- chestra of Grayslake. Particulars ntxi Ji week. Mr. and Mrs. Rollo Babcock and daughter, Florence, have moved from the Wm. Bonslett farm to the Chas. Parks tenant house on Waukegan street. One of the ohief topics of conver­ sation upon our streets since Sunday morning is the organization of a vol- unteer fire department, board in favor of suchV Is the village Mm SPEND A BAY, FISHING The ice is fast leaving the lake and fishing is growing better each day. For those who wish to pass a day fish­ ing at Pistakee Bay I am prepared to provide them with fishing tackle, bait, boats and a place to stable their horses or leave their automobile. If you wish to catch a mess of fish oome up any time. * JGS- j- Mkrteb, 40-tf. k Pistakee Bay. N. E. CHURCH NOTES Services as follows next Sunday: Sunday school, 10:00 a. m. Preaching services, 11:00 a. m. Junior league, 2:30 p. m. Evening servioe, 7:45 p. m. Walter E. Ellison, Pastor. & V. McAllister sells Sterizol, the 4ptfe antiseptic. NRS. BENNETT BURIED HERE Mrs. Jesse Bennett, mother of Mrs. W. A. Sayler of this place and Mrs. W. C. Besley of Woodstock, passed away at the home of her daughter at the county seat at four o'clock last Friday afternoon, following an illness of several montha in duration. The deceased came west from New York state several years ago and for a short time resided in McHenry, after which she, with her husband, moved to Elgin, where the latter passed away. Since the death of her husband she has made her home with her daughter at Wood­ stock. The funeral services took place at Woodstock at one o'clock and her body was brought to this village and interred in the family lot in Woodland cemetery. The bereaved ones have the sympathy of their many friends ig this village. TARANTULA IN BANANAS C. Uuiii, iiie Ceuiervillts ice cream manufacturer, found a young tarantula in a bunch of bananas in his store last Friday morning. Mr. Unti was work­ ing around a large bunch of bananas which hung in the front part of the store when he discovered the poisonous spider 'clinging to the stem. Within a short time the spiuer occupied the bottom of a glass jar where it was viewed by many who visited the place during the day. The spider was of medium size. East Troy, Wis., baseball elub has organized for the season with Ray Lacy as manager. This is the team "'j that gave McHenry a number of ex- »- citing battles last summer. * <> + ^ *. *v Nickeling and enameling of all kinds, {j Auto parts a specialty. Storage bat- * • teries charged and repaired. Bronze bearings and castings promptly fur- n i T h v - O I i . w r T y p » m ! t r . pany, Woodstock, 111. 40-4& Credit must be given the volunteers for the good work accomplished at Sunday morning's fire. The bojs certainly were on the job soon after the alarm was given and stuck to th* finish. Read the opening installment of "The Exploits of Elaine" in today* issue of The Plaindealer and see the first in­ stallment of pictures at the Central opera house next Wednesday evening, March 31. if? --- Mr. and Mrs. Frank Weingart w«l» comed a baby girl to their home oil Main street late Saturday afternoon. The little miss is very much taken np with her home and the happy psrsMl are all wrapped up in her. Wm. Spencer has let the contrast for a beautiful new home to be erected on his lots in the Hanly to McHenry this summer. The houas will be modern in every detail. H. J. Schaffer is the contractor. Wl The basement for a new house to Ill- erected on Main street, just east Of the C. W. Stenger home,, is now under construction. H. J. Schaffer haa the contract for the building of the house, W-- XT T T ?AAAg pWt V U^/ 11. • llttSllW* A seoond house will be erected along* side of the one now under construction and both will he ready for occupancy before falL Rev. Francis J. Epstein, pastor of the Volo Catholic church, spoke on^ "The History of tht> Catholic C'hurair" at 3t. Mary's"Catholic church here 00 -f Tuesday eveningof thia week. A large' congregation turned out to greet him and everyone was well repaid tor ' coming out, as they were treated to one of tinest sermons heard in McHemj < . -. ^ -y >, < I V •- k • * * •K\>-