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- . *«v . Ktr£&?*&;•***:& •' - k .^VJbA-^; A\-"~ "v;.'•->.* *.-"-- i - v - r - ' - : - ' " * -W^"-*;- ••• -/?•: MM**** • "' '.*>•'• . '••:•*:. . • ©••. « ' . . ' , * £ • - • > ' ; ' ->f • ,_ *»- , • • m ... TBtUKSDAT, AUGUST 23,195a •&%'- 0 D D ^r^hs (f fr> 44 rc.H, £>: of McHENRY, ILL. , A > . . • • ' A City of Progressive People! A Qood City in Which to Live! This week we continue the historical sketch of the early days of our city, showing who were some of the pioneers, their activities unbuilding up the community <c#ad several of the happenings way back years ago. The continued story will be carried on each week. This series is made possible by the progressive business firms whose ads appear on this page. Each one stands squarely for a Bigger and Better com lent of our city, they deserve your patronage. Read each page carefully and learn more about the com . • . munity and as leaders in a movement for *the bettermc munity in which you live. * McHENRY LAUNDRY . ' $ z £ ' ' . ! ^ A d a m s , ' P r o p . ' " • " " r ' • ' An uf>4o-date laundry Tright here at home which can and will giv* you quality work and prompt service*. ' " 36-Hour Service on Wet Wash 3-Day Service on Finished Work Give us a trial and We know we will get a repeat order. PHONE 189 and out truck will call. , ; : T" r 1 1 IT*" McHenry Artificial Stone Company MASON CONTRACTOR* All Kinds of Building Material Office Phone 257 MeHenry, Illinois JAMES E. BEAVI8 TAILOR Craning, Altering, Pressing_ Oenterville McHenry, Illinois JOHN J . VYCITAL GENERAL HARDWARE , Stoves, Paints, Oils, Sporting Goods, Glassware and Crockery Phone 98-M Mckemgl Sheet Metal Work and furnaces Orders Filled Promptly Jantzen Swimming Suits Mallory Hats Ray McGee Home of Hart Schaffner and Marx Florsheim Shoes Wilson Bros. Shirts Just the Right Gift at the \ AGATHA SHOP Pottery Needlework Hemstitching Glassware Linens Baby Gifts Greeting Cards Visit Our New Store on -^RIVERSIDE DRIVE I* x: and when you need anything in the line of PLUMBING, HEATING. OR ELECTRICAL WORK let us figure on the cost before placing the contract. We employ experienced workmen and guarantee satisfaction. H. E. Buch Phone 48 McHenry EARLY DAYS IN M'HENRY (CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK) The pioneers were not lo&uc in establishing a ferry to take the place of the unsafe ford. The first ferry boat used here was built at Burlington in 1836 and was brought to McHenry in 1837 and was used until 1842, when they constructed a bridge which well served its purpose until the spring of 1849 when a freshet carried it down stream. It was brought back and rebuilt the same season. This bridge w» - constructed by Jacob Story and Alden Harvey at an expense of $1,545. It was built on the trestle work plan and was replaced by a new bridge several years afterward which served a good purpose but a few years. In 1864 the third one was erectftd'at a cost of $2,350. \ The present iron orldge was erected in the winter of 1880 and 1881 by a Milwaukee bridge company at a cost of $8,200. The first two bridges were built by subscription, the third one at the expense of the county and the last one at the expense of McHenry township. The village of McHenry was not incorporated until August 10, 1872, when it had grown to a place of . considerable size. At the first election held by the authorized voters of the Village, the following officers were chosen: R. Bishop, president; J. B. Perry, J. M. McOmber, H. C. Smith, John King and F. K. Granger, trustees; Michael Keller, clerk, and Henry Cobb, treasurer. The first saw mill in the village was built in 1837, by a man by the name of Barnum, who afterwards sold out to Messrs. H. N. Owen and James Salisbury, who completed it. The work was executed by John McOmber, who afterward built a house for himself »f the first lumber sawed at this mill. In March, 1834, James Salisbury went below to correct a slight error with reference to its movement and not notifying the mill man, he had scarcely placed himself among the machinery when the gate was hoisted and the machinery set in motion, crushing him almost instantly. His burial was the first in the county. In 1851 E. M. Owen and his brothers, H. A. and O. W. Owen built the grist mill in McHenry, and at that time it was the best in the county. Together the three brothers ran the mill until 1858 when E. M. Owen bought the share of his brother, O. W. Owen. After the dgath of his other brother E. M. Owen sold the property to R„ Bishop, who paid $20,000 for it and immediately installed the latest improved rollers at an expense of $10,000. Its capacity was fifty barrels a day* and twenty-five men were constantly employed. In 1882 the pickle factory was tyuilt by Richard Bishop, who alffe owned and operated the wagon factory. This was among the first of McHenry's industries. The business grew rapidly and ready sale was found for all goods and five and six wagons were turned out a day. This successful enterprise was suddenly brought to a close by the entire structure, stock and machinery burning to the ground on July 31, 1874. There being no insurance the loss was heavy, estimated at $30,000. In 1878 the shop was rebuilt on a much larger scale, in which was plated $6,000 worth of machinery. The brewery was built in 1868 by George Gribbler and was run by different parties, among whom were Ed X)\ven, Mr. King, and Schreiner & Brefeld. Mr. Herbes was the proprietor in 1880 wh«h G. Boley purchased the property paying $1,400 for ft. (TO BE CONTINUED NEXT CITIZENS STATE BANK A new era of prosperity and efficiency was begun at the Citizens State Bank of McHenry when the new name was adopted bv the former Fox River Valley State Bank on August 15. A plan of reorganization was completed on July 10, at which time the following directors were elected: M. H. Detrick, Charles F. Renich, William J. Welch, Fred Pabst, Dr. D. G. Wells and Victor H. Thiele. Plans are also being made for a general rearrangement of the interior of the bank which will add much to the convenience of the public in transacting business at the bank. The cashier, V. H. Thiele, has had twenty-two years of experience in Chicago banks and has already won the respect and'confidence of local people. He, as well as the directors of the bank, intend to rebuild an institution of the highest caliber with a foundation of honesty and integrity such as was inaugurated by the originator of the bank, James B. Perry. Fully thirty-five years ago Messrs. Perry & Owen commenced a private institution in the rear of their store building not far from the site of the present bank. After five or six years the present bank building was erected and here for many years they carried on a bank which was noted for its service, integrity and accommodation. The institution which was incorporated as a state bank in 1921 was the only organization of its kind in McHenry for many years until the institution of the West McHenry State Bank. ^ With the present officials endeavoring to follow in the footsteps of the founder of the organization, to whom everyone looked with confidence and respect, there is no doubt but that the institution is on its way towards a happy growth and a prosperous future. They stand squarely for a better and bigger community and as leaders in a movement for the betterment of our city they are worthy of your patronage. Tq Our Friends and Customers On and after Wednesday, August 15th, 1928, the Fox River Valley State Bank will be knoWn^as the Citizens State Bank of McHenry, Illinois. • ' ' Cliecli; books bearing the new name of' the bank are ready for 'delivery and can be obtained by .calling at the _ bank. , * ° I Citizens State Bank OF M'HENRY, ILLINOIS Savings and checking depositors are invited to comfe in and exchange their old pass books for new ones bearing the new name of the bank. PREPARE WINTER MEALS NOW! These ready helpers will save time and money .for you: Premium Cooker, 12-qt. size, specially priced at* ..$15.75 Bottle Caps, per gross - 25c Rex Bottle Cappers, each $1.90 Fruit Press, 12-qt. size $3.50 Jelly Strainers 25c Kerr wide-ft»outh Fruit Jars, qts., per doz $1.30 WM. H. ALTHOFF HDWK. West McHenry Before You Place Your Order For TIN and COPPER WORK OR FURNACES Let Us Give You Our Estimate • All work is personally supervised by John F. Brda. • The best in quality, service and prices. BRDA'S HARDWARE Tel 161 Green St. McHenry BURGLARY INSURANCES \ ( • A recent holdup which occurred in our city shows that it pays to be fully protected. Your business place or residence may J>e the .next Who knows? We can supply you with burglary insurance or any other kind of insurance. Let's talk it over. KENT & COMPANY BeibgiTclffy NEXT SUNDAY of (test for the entire family, take your dinner at Bidder's McHenry House The food is the best obtainable and the service iB prompt and efficient. We specialize iri. FISH DINNERS FOR FRIDAY $ FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SPECIALS Men *8 Work Shoes, chrome tanned leather, Munson last .. Men's Oxfords, dressy black calf-skin, in sizes 6 to Boys' Oxfords, tan or black, genuine weljts, sizes 1 to 5V^ ... JOHN Here Is Yuor Chance To Secure PENN CHINA Ask Us--Save Our Cards--They Are Valuable One Card With Each 25c Purchase PLEASANT VIEW SERVICE STATION George Trovke. Prop. SHELL PRODUCTS EXCLUSIVELY Light Lunches, Refreshments, Cigars, Cigarettes On Route 20, Wost of N. W. Tracks West McHenry, Illinois ^ $4-45 $4.50 $3.75 v 71 \ V RADIO BARGAINS * 'm One Freshman Cuiisole Radio, coiiipWW-- „$50.00 '•%. One Atwater Kent Radio, complete;--: -- 35.00 * ' One Erla Superflex Radio, complete :-- 25.00 |v . , ^ne Slide Trombone, silver 10.00 - ~ 0ne,B-flat Tenor Saxophone, silver.... .. -- - Hear the New Radiola and Sparta Radios at ; Nye Jewelry, Music and Radio Shop „ ftione 123-J West McHenry, 111. ' J * % • RADIATOR REPAIRING Yes, we have it in McHenry now! What? An up-to-date Radiator Repair Shop. We install new cores and repair the old ones. Prices reasonable- and work guaranteed, so get ready for winter and have it fixed now. - EAST SIDE GARAGE Wilkinson ft Meier Phone 40 McHenry TQ*.