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\ ' '* ' x *>t^Y T.*• ~ V 3gf > "•£*•>' ?•',- '• ;'.i*•%*•' •¥,-. ?m*£- • -.-v • ' ifc' * * A V --*** * •- , i ** "1$,* <* /" •• .-.y-" t'"£'V;v &*.#:•; i V" MCHENRY PLAINDEALER SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875" Volume 80 -- No. S McHENBY. ILLINOIS. THUHSDAY. MAY XI. 1954 *sifS» 10c Per Copy Hold Memorial ]yv: and-: Mean n "Much publicity in Chicago p&pers has been given to Mrs. Dorothy Hinds, sister-in-law of Joseph Engljph, who has taken over the barber shop jon Elm street, formerly owned by A1 Hirdler. Mrs. Hinds recently surprised her three brothers and eight sisters when she arrived in Chicago after a visit of five years in Ireland. She came back with a special hunger for dill pickles, rye bread and coffee cake, none Of which were available in hei adopted town of Portaferry. Television fascinates her, for in the past five years she had only read atoogut it in American magazines. Dr. and Mrs. E. C. Morin of Rt.. 4, McHenry, attended the fortieth annual commencement exercises of the Illinois College of Chiropody and Foot Surgery, held in Chicago last Saturday. Dr. Morin served on the faculty for several years and was ohief of staff of the foot clinics of Chicago. W T A Cynthia Rourke, David Fantus and Norbert Adams of McHenry id Edward Swietzer of Wonder Lake were among the young people attending the eighth annual McHenry county school Citrol picnic in Woodstock last eak who won first prists in event*, Jack Fie cht>r l.is* ret^ynod fci «**«. to ^aifb church, Va., "after completing a photographic expedition to Greenland and the Arctic Circle as a member of the National Geographic society. COUNTY SCHOOL GRADUATES PUN HAY PROGRAMS \LUi E^hih Grade StttdSnls In Five Nearby Schools From the office of the McHenry County Superintendent of Schools, R. L. Tazewell, comes word of graduation in one-, twoand three-room schools in the county wihicti are planning - for exercises to be held the latter part of May and early ui June. Following are the graduates in schools in this area who will take part in programs now being planned: Spring Grove -- Wayne, Lewery, Richard Johnson, Richard Smith, Richard Buehrer, Jerry Raddle, Jay Grossman. Linda Moore and Marjorie Steadman. Johnsburg District No. 12 -- Andre Larson, Bonnie Tomm, Karen Teschendorf and William Goodale. Burton's Bridge -- Eugene Lile, Richard Schryver, Robert Sherman, Thomas Ketchum, Angelina Ciccone, Hans Pressler, Alfred Thorson, Joseph Penze, Bruce Salvesen, Janet Lockwood, Barbara Winn and Patriciq. Chamber. „ Ring-wood -- Charles Sowers, Loretta Feezel, Russell Carr, Jerry Hogan and Anna Mae Aissen. Terra Cotta -- Douglas Kaiser, William Kopsell and Edwin Jackowitch. FIRST QUEEN CONTEST ENTRIES Mr. Fletcher is the husband of the former H§zel Howard of McHenry. His parents reside in Barrington. ---Miss Eva Unti, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gus Unti, was recently initiated into Kappa Alpha, honorary society for junior Munen. Membership into this group is based on scholarship, activities, character and service. Miss Unti, a graduate of McHenry high school, is president of Alpha Delta Pi sorority, secretary of Women's Atnletic association and chairman of the weekend dance committed. Taxpayers are reminded that 0»e deadline for payment of the first installment of real estate taxes and of person?.! property is June 1. after which there will be a penalty charged. The deadline for the payment of the second installment is Sept. 1'. TWO ACCIDENTS REPORTED IN AREA OVEB rAST WEEKEND An accident in which six were injured, two of them seriously, occurred at Rt. 120 and Wilson road, east of Volo, last Sunday. Ail were taken to St. Therese hospital, Waukegan, for treatment. Involved were cars driven by Casmer Nowak. 62. of Chicago, and Arnold F. Witt, 29, of Harvard. Injured in addition to the two drivers were Mrs. Mary Nowak and Mrs. Dorothy Witt and her two children, 5 and 2 years old. Most seriously hurt were Mrs. Nowak and Dianne Witt, 5. Car Sldeswiped Frank Geske of Rt. 3 was reported arrested when he failed to stop following an accident which occurred Saturday night on Rt. 120, on East River Road. The Geske car was said to have sideswiped an auto owned by Wesley Fink of Chicago, which was parked at the side of the road. Fink pursued and stopped Geske and turned him over to state police. Mrs. Leonard J. Nelson of Emerald Park has been appointed McHenry*s chairman for "Doughnut Day," the Salvation Army's annual tag day scheduled for Friday, June 11, Mrs. Nelson, wh6 served as chairman for Elmwood Park for two years, has been a tagger for four years. BONDS DIRECTOR 0 Appointment of T. Merle Paul of Harvard as Illinois state director of the Savings Bonds division of the U. S. Treasury department is announced by Earl O. Shreve, national director of ^ the division. Mr. Paul succeeds Arnold J. Rauen of McHenry. JUDITH DeCICOO CAROL ENtiH JUDY FREUND FOURTEEN LOVELY GIRLS ENTERED TO DATE IN 54 MARINE DAY CONTEST; COURSE CONTINUES i Si- Folks In McHenry this week recalled the famed duo of Mike and Ike, who looked alike -- for their feminine counterparts, the Arvidson twins, are causing no end of confusion in the current Marine Day queen contest. The young ladies are two of fourteen lovely candidates who are enrolled to date in the charm course being held in connection with the contest. Most baffled of all are those oonducting the contest and in particular the Chamber of Commerce for they are undecided whether or not to enter the identical twins as a srrifcle entry or as separate individuals. They would like very.' much the opinion of interested persons before making a decision. Anyone desiring to state their opinion may write to the Director of Marine Day Queen Contest, McHenry, 111., and the final decision of the organization will be influenced by the answers received. Names need not be signed. • Other new entries include Joyce Krumwiede, Shirley Thurlwell, Jackie Moss, Doris Dermott, Dolores Mercure, Shirley Conway, Lois Claybaugh, Shirley Berthoux and Elaine Vycital. The girls received some very expert advice on walking and posture last night from Carole Jepsen of McHenry, professional model. Next week's meeting will be held on Tuesday evening in the high school, When Doris Reed of Rockford, regional manager of Beauty Counselor, will Ibe on hand to talk on proper makeup. The girls appeared v<ky enthused with their first lesson and contest chairmen believe this wil' be one t»f the finest groups ever entered. Girls still desiring to take the course may do so by filling out an application blank which they may secure from Mrs. George Kauss, who. is in charge of activities. Telia Nardi received honorable mention in Class I and Joyce Krumweide and Kathleen Anglese in Class n in the American- •ism essay contest sponsored recently by the American Legion auxiliary. The McHenry girls wrote three of forty-one essays from twentyone units entered in the district contest. Their subject was "My Obligation to My Country." The McHenry Garden club is presenting a style show and dessert luncheon card party, "Flower Show Preview," on Wednesday, June 9, at 1 p.m. at the V.F.W. clubhouse. NOTICE Recluse of Memorial Day falling on Sunday this year, the Plaindealer office is following the policy of most other business places in McHenry and will be closed on Monday. Correspondents' copy must be in the office by 8:30 Saturday morning and all news and advertising should be turned in as early as possible to assure appearing in the June 3 issue^ Student Musicians To Present , Annual,Festival In Gym Tonight About 150 student musicians will join tonight (Thursday), May 27, in presenting the fourth annual spring music festival. The program will take place in the high school gymnasium at 8:15 o'clock. Tickets may be purchased at the door. The orchestra, band and mixed chorus will each be featured in special groups, as well as the state winning violin quartet and woodwind trio. "Organ numbers will highlight the evening program, as well as two expertly executed folk dances by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Vycital of McHenry, who will appear in costume. Program "Petite Bouree" by deProsse; "Song of Jupiter" by Handel; "Hansel and Gretel Selections" arranged by Isaaa* -- Orchestra. "LaBrunette" by Severn -- Violin Quartet (Jean Weber, Judy Freund, Lois Brefeld and Kathleen Anglese, accompanied by Joan Weber). "Presto" by Heydn -- Woodwind Trio (Dorothy Hiller, Adele, Schmitt and Virginia Audino) "Pines of Homo" by Luvaas -- A Capella Chorus "I'll See You Again" by Coward -- Girls' Chorus. "A Pretty Girl Is Like A Melody" by Berlin -- Boys' Chorus. "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" by Kern -- Larry Ekeroth, soloist. "Tea For Two" by Youmans -- Mixed' Ensemble. "It's A Grand Night For Singing" by Rodgers & Hammerstein -- Mixed Chorus. "Carousal" and "Corrida" -- Folk Dancing. March, "Festal Day" by Buchtel; "L' Amour, Tou Jours L'Amour" by Friml (Joan Weber, Organist); Overture, "Bronze Eagle" by Graham; "Marie" by Berlin (Jean Weber, Organist); Samba, "Copa Cabana" by Walters -- Band. "God of Our Father*." by Roberts and Warren; "Rise Men Courageous" arranged by Leidzen; "Battle Hymn of the Republic" arranged by Wilhousky; "The Star Spangled Banner1* by Key -- Band and Chorus . REV. D. L. SCI NEW ASSISTANT ST. MARY'S CHURCH JHULElf ANT AT A second assistant pastor was welcomed to St. Mary's Catholic church this past week with the appointment of Rev. Fr. Donald L. Schuler of Aurora, whose parents are Hon. and Mrs. Leon M.. Schuler. Fr. Schuler attended St. Nicholas school and jftarmion History academy in Aurora and ! t. Procopius college at' Lisle, yl. jHe also studiaa a£. $1 M»v«| 8pmir^ary, Baltimore, Vd., was ordained May 1 of thia year at St. Nicholas church, Aurora, with the Most Rev. Raymond P. Hillinger, D.D., Che ordaining prelate. The new assistant read his first Mass op May 9 at St. Nicholas church in his home city. OVER 140 CHILDREN, ADULTS CONFIRMED AT ST. PATRICK'S SET JUNE 1 DEADLINE FOR RABIES CONTROL Provisions Of Stale Law Become Effective Locally Pet owners are reminded that June 1 is the deadline for inoculation of dogs not confined at all times to an • enclosed area or kept on a leash or muzzled when at liberty. These are provisions of a state law passed in 1953. Although the McHenry area has been fortunate, the threat of the dread disease is always greater in the summer months, when a greater number of pets are in the community. The fact that some of these dogs will have been brought here from Chicago, one of the most severely hit cities by rabies some months ago, makes adherence to the law of the utmost importance locally. Following are provisions being followed throughout this county: (1) The fee for this vaccination shall be $3 per dog, of which $1 will be turned over to the county treasurer for a rabies control fund as approved by the county board of supervisors. (2) "Dogs at large will be impounded a maximum of seven days. If unclaimed at the end of seven days, a veterinarian wil? be authorized to destroy said dogs. (3) Owner may claim the impounded dog by paying $1 per day for board plus vaccination fee (if unvaccinated) and $1 additional penalty to the county rabies fund,, (4) Any unvaccinated dog that has bitten a person must be impounded for fourteen days for rabies observation, such cost to be paid by owner* plus $3 vaccination before the dog can bp released and a $1 penalty. (5) Any person who is on relief may have one dog vaccinated free% of charge by producing a voucher from the supervisor. The veterinarian will retain the voucher after vaccination. Most recent case of rabies in McHenry county was in Maren-i go, where a skunk was found to\ Continued on Page Eight Parishioners of St. Patrick's parish, McHenry, became acquainted with their new bishop, His Excellency Bishop Raymond Hillinger, when he visited the city to confirm more than 140 children and adults last Monday evening. Pis devout manner was injected with a keen sense of humor as he addressed the large class and the many relatives and friends who crowded into every available bit of standing space. Many found it necessary to remain outside the church. The girls in the class were attractively attired 'in white gowns and small red caps, while the boys wore crimson gowns and., white- collars. "TPteceding tjiis ceremony, twenty- five priests were served dinner in the church hall, with Indies of the parish id charge. It was one of the most impressive services ever held at the church and the first appearance of Bishop Hillinger very definitely established his popularity with the parishioners at the local parish. The service was followed by numerous family gatherings in the homes of the confirmands. SEVENTY-EIGHT SENIORS MARCH AT BACCALAUREATE In the first and most solemn of two closing programs for local seniors, seventy-eight members of the graduating class will march in procession next Sunday evening, May 30, at Baccalaureate service. The march will be played by a freshman student, Sara Kay-J&o'uglas. The clajs, attired in caps and gowns, will take their places in the front of the school auditorium atftl hear an address to be given by Rev. Carl Lcbitz of the local Zlon Evangelical Lutheran church. The school's mixed chorus will then be heard in four numbers, including "Loyal Hearts Will Not Forget." sung by the chorus and seniors and featuring a class member, Sharon Garner, as soloist Other numbers are "Cherubim Song" and "I«t Us Praise God," the latter with narration by Sue Stinespring. Larry Ekeroth, a member of the senior class, will sing "I Believe," with a choral background. All of the numbers will be performed to organ accompaniment by Jean and Joan Weber. Prior to the recessional, the audience will join in singing "America the Beautiful." CHAMBER COMMERCE PRESIDENT RESIGNS; SUCCESSOR NAMED D LAUKERT, YEAR RESIDENT FRE 10-Y OF CITY. IS DEAD (Fred Laukert, 51, died at his home south of McHenry last Thursday of a heart ailment from which he had suffered for several years. He was operator of the Farm House tavern on Rt. 31. Mr. Laukert had resided ih McHenry for the past ten years. Hie only immediate survivor is the widow, Lorraine. The body rested at the George Justen & Son funeral home until 1:30 o'clock Monday afternoon, when rites were held there, followed by burial in Wood lawn cemetery. It was with regret that the Chamber of Commerce membership accepted the resignation of its president, Jack Buckie, at the regular monthly meeting held Monday evening. Mr. Buckie has a new position which will keep him out of the city such a groat, amount of .the time he feels it would be impossible to fulfil his duties as he would wish to do. Dan Justen, vice-president, was advanced to the office left vacant by Mr. Buckie's resignation and wil) fill the unexpired term. Reports of Marine Day committee chairmen were read and it was noted that much progress has been made in preparation for the summer water festival. A discussion also took place on the dedication program for the new street lights, the tentative date having been set for June 18. The program will include a parade, auto show and various other features attractive to the general public. .The retail committee of the organization announced its recommendation for McHenry stores being closed all day Monday, May 31, in observance of Memorial Day. Following the meeting, a very interesting colored movie was presented concerning a family boat trip from Michigan into Canada. The retail committee of the Chamber of Commerce recommends that McHenry stores be LINE OF MARCH ASSEMBLES AT 9:30 AT SCHOOL: VETHAHS WILL PUCE WREATHS AT CEMETERIES McCUIiOM LAKE FATHER OF FOUR DROWNS) SUNDAY Clifford Ostrom. Brother-In-Law Accident Victims One of the most tragic accidents to occur in this locality in recent months was the drowning last Sunday which took the lives of two young men, fathers of seven children, all under 5 years old. Dead are Clifford Ostrum, 29, of McCullom Lake, a two-year resident of this community and ,an employee of the McHenry garage. He was a cousin of Mrs. Nick Miller, owner of the business. Ostrom and his brother-in-law, Robert Stevens, 30, of Belolt, Wis., lost their lives when their outboard motor boat capsized in their last ride of the afternoon before the two families were to return home. return home. The drownings occurred at Befoit. No one saw just what happened but a child noticed the two men in the water some distance from shore and called his parents' attention. Help was sought immediately and the body of ostrom was located within a few minutes. He had suffered a head injury in the accident which evidently made him unconscious so that he was unable to save himself by swimming. The body of Stevens was not found until Monday afternoon. Survivors Ostrum is survived by his widow; four children, Robert, 5, Barbara, 4, Carol Jean, 2'4, and Linda Sue, also his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Otto Ostrum, of Grand Forks, N. Dak. Stevens leaves his wife, a sister of the widowed Mrs. Ostrum. and three children, all under 4 years old. The body of Ostrum was removed to Grand Forks, where rites will be conducted Friday afternoon. Services for Stevens were held in Beloit. AUDIO-VISUAL COURSE The following McHenry area teachers have just completed the audio-visual aids course given by the Northern Illinois State Teachers college, DeKalb, at Woodstock the past winter and spring: Mrs. Ethel McGee, Mrs. Elizabeth Walsh, Mrs. Eleanor Foley, Mrs. Ferol Tomlinson, Mrs. Vclma Douglas, Miss Alice Clark, Mrs. Laura Ferwerda, Mrs. Aileen Claybaugh and Miss Geneclosed all day Monday, May 31,„ vieve Knox of McHenift' and in observance of Memorial Day I Frank Muzzy of Ringwoocr-- STUDENTS AT POST-PROM PARTY A colorful Memory Day (parade is now being planned, by local veterans' groups, to take place on Monday morning, May 31, instead of Sunday. The assembly will occur at 9:30 o'clock at the high school and will include the following line of march: North on Green street to Broad, west on Broad to Rt. 31, then north to Woodlawn and St. Mary's cemetery, where a. short service will take place. The children will place . ft wreath of flowers at the e»- t ranee of each cemetery, and there will be firing of volley and taps. The line of march will proceed east on Washington street to St. Patrick's cemetery, where the same procedure will be followed. The marchers will go on to the memorial marker in the park, where commanders of the Legion and V.F.W. will place a wreath at the marker, fire volley and blow taps. The line of march will disband at the school. Marching Order The order of march will begin with the colors and color guard^, followed by the high school band, firing squads, American Legion and V.F.W. organizations and all veterans, baton twirlers, druK and bugle corps. Legion and V..F.W. auxiliaries, Red Cross, sons of Legion drum and bugle corps, Boy Scouts and Cubs, Girl Scouts and Brownies, school children. Chamber of Commerce and Kiwanis groups. Gold Star mothers in cars amL-City Oovtcil in cars. There will be open house at the V.F.W. for al) participating following the parade. Persons viewing the parade are reminded of the proper manner in which to salute the flags as they pass. Women and children are asked to salute by placing their hand over their heart. Men and boys should remove their hats and hold them over their heart. 1 Photo by Kolin Pictured with Dan Creamer of the Kiwanis ciub are members of the senior class who contributed much toward the success of the junior-senior post-prom party. Front Row. left to right: Dan Creamer, co-chairman; Cliff Todd. Donald Aeverman, Richard Nowak, Richard Stilling, Bill Newmann and Art Barbier, chairman. Second Row: Donna Dowe, Geraldine Thompson, Marion Blake, Joan Retnboldt, Carol Judi Roesch, Mary Linn Hogan and Carola Charles. Third Row: Norma Kay Tice, Kjithy McMahon, Donn* Cundiff. Marilyn Smith, Donna Adams -to 3 p.m. No mail will be reand Mreagriioann Springman. eeived or dispatched, there wOl y This group of students, with their Kiwanis adviser, did all of the fat the first party of its kind ever held here organising Death Claimed Fred Heide, 65 An illness of only a few weeks ended on Sunday morning, May 23, with the death .of Fred W. Heide. 65. of Country Club Drive, who passed away in Lake Forest hospital. His death brought sadness to his family and a host of friends acquired during his residence here. Mr. Heide was born in Chicago July 2, 1888, and engaged In business as a real estate broker in Chicago for many years. Ha remained active until the onset of his short illness. The deceased was ft member of McHenry Lodge. 1JW, AF A am of Irving Park Masonic lodge and of the Elks at Woodstock. For many years he had bean one of the most staunch supporters of the McHenry Country Club and its activities and would have been among those most proud of the beautiful clubhouse **' completed since his illness. One P of his favorite hobbies was golfing and much of his leisure time ^ during the summers was spent on the local course. Mr. Heide was one of a small | group of men in this community ? who worked tirelessly for years to secure better commuter train service for McHenry. Survivors include his widow, • Irene; two daughters, Mrs. Helen J Bambanek of Dallas, Tex., and Janet at home; also one daughter. £ The body rested at the George Justen St Son funeral home until Tuesday afternoon, when it was taken to the Nielsen funeral \ home at 3301 Fullerton avenue, Chicago. Last rites were con dueted there at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, with burial in Rosa WU1 rompfflrv ,1. IXlllll*' • NOTICE '.|v _ Since Memorial Day falls oil Sunday this year, the post office £ , department will observe the holi-*7M day on Monday. Ma/^31. Tfc/K ^ lobbies of the main office and I station will be open trom 8 a.m. I Or QiKfmunra, uiw« w«« be no window rural mall delivery y .