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['V' VJ\ ^ - y""" :' • • x '" •••> .'•>--:-'v "7;"' ~ . Cfv^- . V,;"" ; ;W".-. * $**• «* A-iJlk^ j/k '$h\ V-'?'/- k$~:i'i"' \ '••• '••••:• •. ,•.>' • „• >• t.J r*\ ... , .£•• .•,,.>'.v'..':.w.-y^< •>• - • !'• • •. •• '••'j,' ;'-vf>;: • "... V "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-mKES REGION SINCE 1875" Volume 80 -- No. 32 McHENRY, ILLINOIS. THlfflSDAY. DECEMBER 16. 1954 10c Per Copf j Musin' '"J '" ' ' " "'"" • and Meanderin' 1i.........*.....«.......! Public Service company is in the process of bringing a $4,500 volt line into McHenry, with a new distribution ofenter located in the rear of the Hester station on west Waukegan street. The rapid growth erf the community hais been - responsible for the extra power needed locally. A Day of Recollection for Catholic boys was held Tuesday of this week at St. Mary's Church. A similar daya for girls is being planned for St. Patrick's, church today, Dec. 16. After a month spent in .California, Mr. and Mrs. Matt Laures arrived In Destin, , Fla., in time to welcome their new grandson, John Michael Laures, whose dad is stationed at Eglin Air Force base. They also en- Joyed a visit with the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Huemann of Johnsburg, who were also, making the acquaintance of the little fellow. The Laures jvill spend the winter in West Palm Beach. Tom Morgan of Rt. 1, McHenry, arrived in Europe last week after a Trans-Atlantic flight from New York. Mr. Morgan is touring England, Scotland and Wales for two months, his final destination being Cardiff. Next Wednesday marks the first day of winter^ and the calendar reminds us that after that date the days begin to grow -longer. It will be a long time -- but they're headed in the right direction again. Populations of local communities as shown In a map of 1900 found) recently by Farm Adviser Tammeus shows the Nfpllowing: McHenry, 1,013 ; J^ng^Ood, 3QQ; iTerra Cotta, 30; Spring Grove, <90; Woodstock, i 2,502)3? Crvi taice, 4)50; at:4 Harvard; 2j Had ^rnydne darfid to- PIAINDEALER EDITORIAL WINS STATE CONTEST Twelve Illinois Papers Awarded Prizes By IAA An editorial entitled "The llr lection Story," which appeared I« the Oct. 28 issue of the plan ^ dealer, last Friday was awards t first place among- weekly new papers in a contest sponsor throughout Illinois by the Illinois Agricultural association, largest farm organization in the state. The Plaindealer was one of twelve Illinois weekly and daily newspapers to receive editorial awards from the association, according to an announcement made by President Charles B. Shuman. Judges in the contest were Lee Chesley, state editor, Chicago American; James C. Thomson, managing editor, Prairie Farmer; Kenneth B. Butler, lecturer in journalism, NorthwesteVn university. . In Shuman's words, "These twelve newspapers, and their editorial writers, did an outstanding job in the 1954 IAA citizenship •editorial contest." Awards were made for first, second' and third place editorials in weekly and daily divisions on two subjects -- "Get out the Vote"" and the Senatorial reapportionment "Blue Ballot" amendment. First place award carries with it a bronze plaque and a savings bond. Top award in the daily field' for the "Get out the Vote" editorial contest was the Bloomington Pantagraph. The winning editorial was written by the Paragraph's editor, H. Clay Tate. - Ofher winners among weekly newspapers were the Hancock County Journal, which placed second to the Plaindealsr, and Moultrie County NeWfj which rated third. " .'The •1 PI Aihde aT ^CditCrta# stressed that voting if^ a grlvUg ege and a duty,. adding has so long been £'• pAjft ®?' to appreciate jiMfc what it mean?; SANTA VISITS CHILDREN McHENRY GETTING ALL DRESSED UP FOR YULE SEASON ISSi&uits of the lasfT census >arly date. mmfolk* mlgft ^.Voriei of election, in ^thef coujl-! have jdpred, "What a big imas ® " tries are too often regarded light- J atioii ym V / Thirty years of service wf|^ the local telephone exchange | Miss RoVejia Marshall were .. recognized when she was honored at a surprise gathering at the McHenry Country club Tuesday evening. Miss Marshall is chief -operator. Sixty-five folks associated with .the company, including ex-operators, were there to present a "This is Your Life" sketch. Miss Marshall was., presented with a 400-day clock and a white orchid corsage. All the milk and ice cream they can *eonsumg is the promise made to juvenile Forester members who attend the Christmas party next Tuesday evening, Dec. 21, at 8 o'clock in St. Mary's school hall. Dad^ of juvenile members are also invited. Santa promises to be on hand with a gift for everyone. Warren Jones will be tenor soloist when the Methodist church of Crystal Lake presents Saint Saen'a Christmas oratorio at their new church Sunday evening, Dec. 19. On Tuesday of £his week he sang at St. James Cathedral in Chicago as a member of the choif which presented a musical program ta a crowd of 2,600 persons. Large crdwds turned out locally on three occasions during the past week to hear musical programs. The closing of the Marian year was observed Wednesday evening when the choirs of St. Mary's church presented a .most enjoyable hour and" a half of appropriate music. Sunday afternoon and evening the high school auditorium was crowded with folks who had a desire to become filled with the spirit of the' season through holiday music. Young People Of Church Present Xmas Pageant The Sunday School and the Methodist Youth Fellowship will join talents next Sunday, Dec. 19, in presenting their annual Christmas program; It will include a pageant and play, "Why the Chimes Rang," The program wilt be given in the church starting at 4 o'clock in the afternoon. ly and seldom do we pause to reflect on our own superior system." . Letters to Santa continue to pour in to the Plaindealer office as Christmas draws near. Here a^e more of them, printed exactly as they are received: "Dear Santa: "I would like a sled, a phonograph and records, a new stuffed animal to sleep with and a few games. My brother Jimmy would! like a wagon and a holster set and a!lso a new stuffed animal to sleep with. We haven't been very £OOd boys b$ being boys I know you underst#id. "Thank you andi God Bless you Santa. "Chuckie and Jimmy Kloeckner" "Dear Santa: "I am 3 years old and my name is Mary Beth JThele/i but every one calls me 'Jill.' "Please bring' me a doll house, a nurse kit, some slippers and a pretty dress. "I love you so much. "Jill, Thelen" "Dear Santa, "I am 4 years old and am a pretty good boy. Please bring me a phonograph and some records, a gas station, a Farmer in the Dell music box and a doctor's kit. "Please bring something for my sister Susie Rita who is 6 months old. "Love, "Jack Thelen "P.S. Say Hello to Mrs. Santa for me." „ "Dear Santa, "I am 3V2 years old and I am a-good little boy. I help mommy and grandma with the dishes and grandpa when he feeds his chickens. "Please bring me a tractor I can ride, some games and a bag of candy. If you have a couple extra toys you can leave them Photo by KoUn Pictured in his. sleigh is Santa Claus as he visited'with young* , sters who attended the Christmas program sponsored by- S& Mary's P.T.A. in the high school auditorium last Sunday afternoom ' The little fellow closest to him seems to be in doubt just how ta j-eceive the Good Saint. Santa will be in McHenry again on Saturday, Dec. 18, when he will visit the various business districts during the afternoom tThe time of his visits is contained in another story on this page. --T T Mobile Unit For Chest X-Rays T? Visit County During January The state mobile unit for chest? x-rays will be in McHenry county during January and., is scheduled Oo be in this city Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 17 and -18. Each day the unit will bf ill, operation from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. ^ The McHenry County Tutoercil^* osis association sponsors jU^,prpgram under the ddrectioh;w/Fred Lancaster, executive si^etary. The surveys have been ver# helpful in finding tuberculosis during the early stages, while it is easier to arrest or control since it responds more readily to treatment. This survey is approved" by the McHenry County Medical, society and the Illinois State Medical ^Society. ' *' If anyone should miss the unit *while it is in their community, it is hoped that they will feel welcome to visit the unit in any of the neighboring communities. Tills sefrviee-ir entirely free of charge since it is supported by the sale of Christmas seals and the Tuberculosis association hopes that everyone will take advantage of the service. They urge the public to remember that no homes are safe from tuberculosis until all homes are safe. This is an opportunity to do your part »to eradicate the number one infectious disease in this country. ^TTEND MUSIC CLINIC v Paij Yanda and Paul Raasch, instrumental directors in the localv schdols, "are attending ' the" eighth annual micb-west national Clinic at the Hotel Shermtiv Chicago, Dec. 15, 16 and 17. The clinic, biggest in the nation/ last year attracted more than 4,000 musicians. Eight conceits by outstanding bands are included on the impressive program "^jpr this weekend. for me. Don't forget daddy and mommy. Thank you. I: "Bobby Paddock " *11 Pistakee Bay Road "P.S. I'll have some*' cookies for you under the Christmas tree." "Dear Santa? "I have been a pretty ? good girl and mind my ? 7 yrs wheh you come to ? leave me Toitf doll ice skates, doll bed se!tyill& machine bike, books thank youL - "Regina Lee Heckmann" "Dear* Santa "I have been a pretty good boy and' mind my mother and daddy I am 8 yrs. old. When you come to our house will you leave me a 1. truck 2. sled, 3. ice skates, 4. road grader, 5. football, 6, bike. "David Heckmann"' "Dear Santa "I have been a pretty godd boy and mind my mother and daddy I am 6 yrs old. "When you come to my house will you leaVe me a long ranger guns cowboy suit boots pony tow truck bike tractor. 'Richie Heckmann" "Dear Stanta "I would like a tea-set or a cow-girl suit. I help ray mother and I help my father. "Cynthia" "Dear Santa -- "I have been a good girl. I would like a printer set, arrow set, jewelry box, bride doll, drawing paper and toys for Kurt. "Kathy KnaaCk" "Dear Santa, "My mommy is writing this for me. I am 314 years old and I would like a nice black board, (Continued on Page 8) ZONING BOARD CONTINUES TWO LOCAL PETITIONS The zoning board on Tuesday postponed until January continuance of testimony in the hearings of Robert and Agnes Kohler and that of Ethel M. Goettsche. The former wishes a variation to permit operation of a convalescent home at the former Ski<% more home at pistakee Bay and the latter wishes to construct a building to be used for storing boats in the off-season on property she owns off East River Road. Testimony was concluded on the Frank Zimmerman request that a portion of "Conway's Woods" be changed from farming to residential I; also a petition of Emil Puis asking 4ot variation to permit construction of an addition to an existing building in Sunset View which was originally built too close to the lot line. The latter two cases will now go before the board of supervisors. 1 WINTER PLAY SERIES Plans go forward for the series of plays to be sponsored hy the Theatre Guild jrf McHenry County, \ starting Jan. 22 and terminating March 28. Plays mentioned for production include "Bell Book and Candle," "Late Arrival," "Gigi," "Apple Sauce," ftNever Say Never," "The Sheriff" and "Worm's Eye View." . McHenry • is becoming all dressed up' this week for the yule season. On Monday, huge trees took their £lace on the safety island at the corner of Green and Waukegan streets and at the Elm- Waukegan intersection. The trimming was completed Tuesday. The Main street business district was first to put Up large, colored lights but was followed closely by other sections of the city. They addi greatly to the attractive lighted scenes purchased recently by the Chamber of Commerce. Store windows are displaying a nnmber of unusual ideas in Christmas decoration and should do much to put the shopper in the holiday spirit. One of the most unique additions to McHenry's Christmas lighting is the beautiful floating tree which occupies a spot in the Fox river in front of the Old Bridge tavern. The 18-foot tree, which has more than 100 colored lights, was put on a raft in the middie of the river by Don Hoenes, .his father and friends, who were said to have spent several days decorating it before placing it on oil drums which they towed out into the river. A cable holds the raft against the current. Last year is believed to have been McHenry's most beautiful Christmas season, with many home owners cooperating to make i their home attractive to the passerby. Early indications are that this year will be equally as beautiful. Plaindealer To Be Printed One Day Early Next Week So that the Christmas issue of the Plaindealer reaches city and rural subscribers well before the holiday, the paper will be printed on Wednesday, Dec. 22. The deadline for news will be Monday noon, while correspondence columns must be in the office by 8:30 Saturday morning. Deadline on display ads will be Monday noon and classified ads will be accepted until 10 o'clock Tuesday morning. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ARRANGES FOR SANTA'S VISIT ON SATURDAY; JUDGE DECORATED HOMES DECEMBER 2t HOSPITAL DRIVE CONTINUES UNTIL FIRST OF YEAR Early Mailing Recorded In City Stickers bearing the words, "In Town" and "Out of Town" have been left in city and rural mail boxes and also in post office boxes this past week for the purpose of facilitating the sorting of thousands of Christmas cards which are expected in the post office during the next ten days, k More of these stickers may obtaiued at the 'office quest. According to Ray McGee, poster master, the response to a request for early mailing has been good to date and he hopes those who have not yet mailed packages and cards will do so as soon as possible. B*oth the main office and, station plan to remain open on Sunday, Dec. 19, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for the convenience of those who care to mail that day. Both stamp and parcel post needs will be taken care of on Sunday and it' is hoped a large number will take advantage of this opportunity. FORMER McHENRY GIRLS MAKE ENTRY IN SHOW BUSINESS Friends of two former McHenry girls will be happy to learn that they are fast breaking into Show business in California. The two are Nancy Nelson, 14, and her sister, Lou, 19, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Nelson Of Temple City, formerly of Emerald Park. When a small girl, Lou was a baton twirler in the McHenry public school. Their vocal gamut runs from western to popular to semiclassical and the girls have already done singing stints with such celebrities as Bob Crosby, Dorothy Lamour, Johnny Ray, Sons of the pioneers and many others. A possession of which they are especially proud is a Certificate of Esteem presented to them by Secretary of Defense Charles Wilson of Washington, D.C., for their work in providing entertainment for the Armed Forces. The girls estimate that they have travelled over 30,000 miles by air to various camps and bases. Holiday season bookings include appearances with Bob Crosby, Johnny Dugan and Margaret O'Brien. The girls are nieces of Mrs. B. Johnson of Emerald Park. SLOT MACHINE (RAID Fourteen slot machines were confiscated in McHenry county in a raid of four taverns made by Sheriff Harry Herendeen and deputy sheriffs last Saturday night. Machines were taken at Big Foot, Harvard and Chemung. Mrs. Dorothy White and daughters, Dana and Christie, of Clevelanij, Ohio, will spend the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lasch. Although the minimum amount needed to increase the size of Memorial hospital to seventyfive beds has Been met, the campaign is continuing. It has been impossible to contact everyone and indications are that there are still a number of folks throughout the county who would like to donate. Since all funds raised locally will be matched by money from the Hill-Burton fund, it has been deemed wise to continue the drive for a short time. While the immediate needs are met, with the amount on hand, should the county continue to grow at a rapid pace, the extra beds obtained by an enlarged fund will not go unused. It is expected that the campaign will be closed soon after the first of the year. Anyone Still desiring to donate may do so by contacting the McHenry State bank, the McHenry Plaindealer, chuck Miller, Ray McGee or Dan Justen. BIBLE CHURCH TO HOLD CHRISTMAS RITES DEC. 19 The McHenry Bible church will hold its Christmas Sunday services next Sunday, Dec. 19, at the Masonic hall in McHenry. Regular services will be held at 9:45 and 11 a.m., while the Sunday School Christmas program will be presented in the evening at 7:30. There will be gifts for -everyone. • ;. ' This is'the first Sunday that services will be held in the Masonic hall. The building will be uscid until the new church planned for the congregation can be built. NOTICE The McHenry library will be closed on v. Christinas Eve and New Yearlj,'Eve. Report Several Mino^ Accidents Several minor accidents were reported this past week in the McHenry area. On Saturday night, Roberta Warren, 18, of Rt. 5, escaped with minor injuries when her car hit a culvert on Rt. 120, east of Lilymoor. According to the story told state police, an animal crossed the road and as she swerved to miss hitting it, her car left the highway and hit the culvert. Unusual Accident Five autos were involved in an unusual accident which occurred Monday evening on Rt. 12, south of Dundee road. Occupants of one of the cars were Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Schaettgen and of another, Richard Widen of Wonder Lake. The accident occurred after a tiie from an unknown source rolled onto the highway. It is believed by the Schaettgens that the tire must have been in motion when they hit it for it was not visible on the road until seconds before the accident. It had already been struck by the Widen car and before it was removed, two other cars hit it. Three of the cars had to be towed to Arlington Heights. The accident occurred about 11 o'clock in the evening. Car-Truck Crash Mabel Krueger of Chicago escaped with minor bruises Monday morning when her car and a truck driven by Richard Vander- . spool of Bensenville collided on Rt. 176, near Burton's Bridge. The truck was travelling east when the car entered the highway from a side road and started slowly east, according to a r.e- £oi% Mrs. Thiel Hurt Mrs. Charlotte Thiel, 22, was treated at Memorial hospital last week Wednesday evening for bruises and shock suffered in an autp atcictent. According to sheriffs deputies, Mrs. Thiel was driving west on Rt. 120, near the Greenwood blacktop, when her car was said to have skidded and struck a car driven by Marvin Bauer of McHenry. The Thiel auto then spun around andl skidded into a ditch. Both cars were damaged. Several Deaths In McHenry Area Reported During Pre-Holiday Week News About Our Servicemen The Navy recruiting office of Woodstock announces the enlistment in the Navy of Glenn William Sarner for a minority enlistment. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Sarner of McCullom Lake. The young man will receive his recruit training at the Great Lakes Naval Training station. GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba- William J. Nye has been advanced to hospital corpsman second class, USN, while serving at the U.S. Naval hospital here. Advancements were made recently, based on a Navy-wide competitive examination testing military and professional skills. To be eligible for advancement, all personnel must demonstrate high qualities of leadership and proficiency in their Navy job specialties. Pvt. Donald J. Blake of 309 Green street will graduatte thi^ week from the teletypewriter operation course, one of the many courses offered at the Southeastern Signal school, Camp Gordon, Ga. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Anton F. Blake. The, teletypewriter operation course, which is eight weeks in length, trains selected enlisted men to operate teletypewriter equipment for transmitting and reeciving messages over military communications systems. 1 A letter from Dick Osterby in Butzbach, Germany, arrived at the plaindealer office this week. "In. a couple of weeks I will have completed my tour of duty in Germany and I would like to (Continued oh Page 8) A number of deaths were reported this week in the McHenry community in the pre-holiday week. A long illness ended on Monday, Dec. 13, for Mrs. Helena Klapperich, 59, who died at the VillafRest home at Pistakee Bay. The deceased was born Jan. 5, 1896, at Johnsburg, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Martin Lay. She had spent her lifetime in this community. Survivors include the husband, William, Sr., five sons, William B., John P., Martin and Laurence of McHenry and Delphin of Kalamazoo, Mich.; two daughters, Mrs. Anna Marie Scarbrough of McHenry and Mrs. Catherine Mix of Miami, Fla., two brothers, Joseph and John Lay of McHenry; also eleven grandchildren. A daughter, Rita, preceded her in death. * The body rested at the George Justen & Son funeral home until Wednesday morning at 9:30 o'clock, when last rites were conducted fiom St. Mary's church, with burial in the church cemetery. Mildred Frett After several months of failing health, death claimed Miss Mildred (Milly) Frett, who died at her' home on Park street Saturday morning, Dec. 11. The deceased was born in Johnsburg but had resided in McHenry for many years. The kind hospitality extended by Miss Frett and her sister, with whom she lived, brought them many friends. She is survived by the sister, Susan, and a brother, Charles, of Aurora. She was preceded in death by six brothers, Albert, Ferdinand, George, Bernard, Joseph and John, and by two sis teis, Mrs. Catherine Schaefer and Mrs. Elizabeth Witt. Miss Frett was a member of the Altar and Rosary sodality of St. Patrick's church. Services were held at 10 o'clock (Continued on Page 8) The annual home decorating contest and the arrival , of Santa Claus in McHenry were the main items of business to be discussed by members of the Chamber of Commerce at their meeting Monday evening in .the Legion home. The decorating contest will be judged Sunday evening, Dec. 2S, between 7 and 8 o'clock and will be conducted much as last year.; The sponsoring organization is donating seventy-five dollars ill cash certificates to the winners of the contest. In addition, & number of merchants are offering valuable gift certificates. Any business man wishing to donate a certificate may do so by contacting Dan Justen. The contest again this year is divided into two classes. Class I will be strictly residential, where no advertising appears as part of the decoration. Class II will be any decoration, residential or otherwise, where a name or any other type of advertising couldt be considered as tied in with the over-all decoration. , » Judging will be based on gen* eral artistic effect, originality, ingenuity in utilizing surround* ings, conforming to Christmas spirit and size. Those desiring to enter are urged to contact Dan Justen aa soon as possible. Judges will be named at a later date to select the winning entries. Santa Due Dec. 18 Santa Claus is due to attfef in town next Saturday, Dec. according to word received at the Chamber meeting Monday. He will make his entry by bus this year. . i The Good Saint will arrive otl Riverside Drive at 1 o'clock and will remain until 2 P-m, He will go from there to Green streei from 2:15 to 3:15 and will be ii the Main street business district from 3:30 to 4:30 o'clock. It is expected that hundred! of children will be on hand to greet him on his various stops. Several other matters also came , pp. Jot dtseossion aj meeting, among them a of the Chamber to present Christmas gift* of. appreciation to city employees. Retirement of four tluree-yoiM^ directors was announced. Thfe|r are Jack Buckie, Albert S. Hlak% John Looze and Dan Justei& Elected to replace them _ w«ri Harry Dean, M. F. Clark, Albert Weiss and Betty Nielsen. These directors will meet, ilr the near future to elect a pres$| dent, vice-president and secr^' tary-treasurer. AU except tl|| secretary must be selected ftdfll the ranks of the directors. ANNOUNCE WINNERS IN VERY SUCCESSFUl COLORING CONTEST Response to the coloring ctMBf test sponsored by McHenry met# chants has been excellent. Ths contest closed Tuesday evening at 9 o'clock and prize winners warn . named Wednesday monting folio v?s: i Kfause News Agency: Kathryn Curran and Kasper Van, winner# in a tie; prizes, brother and slafe* : ter doll and old time model cars. McHenry Department Store? Carole E. Wilson, winner; priz$; famous Bon-Hop loom weaver. , Nye Drug Store: Sandra Whi^|;5 ing, winner; prize, sleeping dott^. Ace Hardware: Doug Marioip\. winner; prize, five dollar mef chandise certificate. • | Lee & Ray Electric: Ronnla Howard, winner; prize, five do& lar merchandise certificate. > s. Stef£a$£ Jewelry: Sandra Millo^ winrt&i-j prize, five dollar mejf»':'.. chandise certificate. };• Althoff's Hardware: Sandi%- Marte Smith/ winner; prize, Yaa£ i kee GUpper sled. ^ v Vycital's Hardware: Wkp . vey, winner; prize, Dubgw official3 varsity basketball^ Toddler Shop: ' Carole Lynn' Swanson, winner;*prize, ten do$> lar merchandise certificate. Certified Food Store: Sandlj£ Marie Smith, winner; Riding Hood doll. ^ , HOEFT DEATH Mrs. Otto Pyritz was called Chciago Monday by the death her father, Albert Hoeft, who died early that morning. He mi 85 yeats of age. " ' • . , T'jy' Patricia Wood, daughter of and Mrs. Fredric Wood of Rt. S, will be arriving home from Milwaukee- Downer college for till Christmas vacation. Dew. 18 t» Jan. 3. STORES OPEN UNTIL 9 P.M W' f 1 i