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WM^uysday. Qctp^r 27. 1355 a |Pm %• jH"l"|"I"|"t.M't .fj|. ig. •!•.;..;. •!• .g. .t. •!• •;• .I..;. .i. •;• •;. .t. .;• .i.'.t.• j. .y.» REVIEWING EARLY HAPPENINGS „ IN MeHENRY and VICINAGE Plaindealer Files Furnish Memories . . of Yesteryears * * oCoppiled by A. H. Mother 'I' '1* 'lyfr •j* *8* t *}» lie made with the cl chase- is -made. Readers of this department, of the Plaindealer will notice a change from the regular way of bringing the old-time doings to their notice. In searching through the files we found the following interesting report of - a sixty-year wedding anniversary at Johnsburg, which appeared in the issue of Nov. 4, 1915, forty years ago. Next wjeek we will return to theA-uegular style followed during the past year. MARRIED SIXTY YEARS AGO Mr. and Mrs. Casper Adams Celebrate Rare Event Oldest Living couple at Johnsburg •Drove Out From Chicago With Oxen-Drawn Wagon Johnsburg witnessed the rarest, event that ever took place there last Saturday, when Mr. and Mrs. Casper Adams, the hamlet's oldest living couple, celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniver- , sary. 4f Invitations had previously been extended to a large number of relatives arid friends of the venerable couple, who gathered at the Adams home to assist the highly esteemed cquple in making the day a memorable one. At 9 o'clock In the morning the bride and groom were driven to the beautiful edifice where the ceremonies connected with the event took place. Sixty years ago to a day the same couple were united in marriage in a little frame church that occupied the same spot which now ..supports one of the most beautiful houses of worship to be found in the northern part of the state. ff»Little did they realize at the time of their first marriage that they would live to celebrate an occasion like that of last Saturday; But this good fortune was theirs and the large edifice was well filled with people from far, and near, who had come to pay their respects to a man and wotfian who had helped greatly towards the making ,of Johnsburg; to a man and woman who by the sweat of their brow, assisted in making Johnsburg and the immediate vicinity one of the greatest farming districts in the country; and last, but not least, had taken many an immigrant into their home and shared H4 with them the food and shelter afforded* in the pioneer; days. Many are those who have passed before them, who have shared their kind hospitality and many are t^iose who still live and cherish the many kindnesses shown them by this grand old couple. After the customary ceremonies had ' been, performed, . a solemn high mass was celebrated. Rev. Chas. Weber, resident pastor, acted,, «s. celebrant, Rev. William Dunnermuth of Spring Grove* deacon, and Rev. F. J. Epstein of Volo, sub-deacon. At the conclusion of the mass, during which, a high tribute "was paid the couple by the pastor of the church, a reception , took place at' the home of Mr. and Mrs. Adams. The day was spent in a social way," the couple being the recipients of many useful as well as costly gifts from those present. Mr. and Mrs. Adams appeared hale and hearty and evidently enjoyed the occasion as much as( any of the guests present. Stories of the olden days were numerous and interesting.. To the younger people, especially, were the stories interesting. Both subjects of this sketch were born at Hearten, Prussia, the former having been born in the year 1832, while the latter was born three years later. The stories of their voyages to this country are most interesting, Mr. Adams arriving in New York City during the summer of 1941, while his wife arrived fix the same port in the spring of 1853. Both travelled from New York to Chicago by rail and then by Wagon, driven by oxen, to Johnsburg. Mr. Adams, coming to this country ^ during the summer months, experienced very few bad storms and consequently the passage took but thirty-eigh,t days. Sail boats were used at the time and one can realize that it took considerable nerve to attempt such a voyage. Mrs. Adams traversed the waters of the treacherous ocean for sixtythree days, before reaching New •tfork aridthe' suffering endured by hejr fellbw passengers can best -be described by her. When tfee boat reached New York, all of the smaller masts had been beaten to piefces, ywhile the main mast had suffered terribly frdm the effects of the stormy sea. Sometimes there were days when everyone thought the craft would capsize at any moment. Large spikes were driven into the walls and were Used for the same purpose that street car hangers are used toda^. To give a faint idea as to the pain and suffering endured, Mrs. Adams informs the writer that the flesh was literally torn from their hands and fingers as a result of clinging,to the nails while the storms were raging. One can easily imagine their thankfulness when they were finally safely landed in the New York harbor. As previously stated, both made the trip from' Chicago to Johnsburg by oxen-driven wagons. There being no roads at the time, the drive proved a long one. The Adams family was among the first td settle at Johnsburg, there being two other families there before them, these being Nicholas Frett and Jacob Smith. Mr. Adams' parents both passed away at johnsburg and were buried there. Mrs. Adams came to this country with her brother, Joseph Huemann, her maiden name being Anna Huemann. Her parents did not come to this country. At the time of their marriage, Rev. Karolus was the pastor. Twelve children were born to them, five of whom are living, as follows: Peter Adams of Richmond; William Adams of Pistakee Bay; Mrs. Anton Muellenbach and John Adams of Adams, Minn; and Mrs. Emma Miller who makes her home with her parents. The deceased children are: Lizzie, Eva, Willie, Jacob, Nicholas, Joseph and Mary. They also have twentyone grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. One of the singular instances connected .with the lives of the couple lies in the fact that Mr. Adams has always, and still, resides on the original homestead, While Mrs. Adams ^ has lived there since her marriage. COLLECTIONS No Collection -- No Charge Personal Calls Nation-wide Service Lakeland Credit Adjusters 210 S. Green St Phone McHenry 1400 Why George won't get much of a dinner tonight Let an ELECTRIC Dryer do the work on.washday (Costs less to buy -- yet you get the cleanest, fastest, dryest heat there is!) Mrs. George O. has an automatic washer. But no dryer. Washday is still a lot of work. Not much of a dinner tonight. You can't blame the Mrs. for that, George. You could get her an automatic electric dryer-- complete and instiled for about $2.43 a week. (Les^ than you spend for papers and coffee!) And as your wife knows, an electric dryer does more than save work. It's faster because electric heat is the dryest heat there is. The cleanest, too. A few cents' worth of electricity will dry a lot of laundry, George. And everything cornea out smelling sweet and fresh. Soft and fluffy, too. Not stiff and rough from hanging on the line. Electric dryers cost less to buy, you know. And when you buy an electric you always get an automatic. How about it, George? Isn't it about time you got her an automatic electric dryer? Your appliance dealer can give you details about our new money-saving Installation Plan. Honest, it won't break you. f I ' ^ ^ J - .Now low as $2.43 a week with new share-the-cast installation plan When you install a new electric clothes dryer, we share the cost of necessary wiring. You can save important money with our New Plan. For example, an electric dryer installation in a 1-family home now costs only about half as much as before. The Plan is available at all electric appliance dealers'. And you save more than money. Your TV picture improves, lights brighten--everything electrical works better. And you can install an electric range, water heater or air conditioner (that requires a 240-volt circuit) quickly and cheaply. SEE YOUR DEALER PUBLIC COMPANY Congratulation? were extended the couple during the entire day and evening. Those who could no$ be presept. a.t, the churtdb,. in. the morning, came, out to the social function given at the parish hall in the' evening, .Where the couple received many, a w;arm handshake from the big crowd present. The donation of the present land that comprises the church property by Messrs. Adams and Frett is an act that will never be forgotten, and even to this day the generosity of these two men is cherished by every man, woman and child of the' place. May Mr. and Mrs. Adams live/ to enjoy their seventy-fifth- anniversary is the wish of our people in general. Savings Invested In Crystal Lake -Savings and Loan .earn 2Zz% plus" Vi% exjtra. . \28tf mtiform Lovell "Shorty" Townsend AUCTION ED VOGEL . WM. H. RUSSEL Auctioneers ' Having decided to quit farming I will sell at public auction on the old Townsend Farm located on Nippersink Road 2 miles West of Round Lake 4 miles Northeast of Volo between Wilson Road and Grub Hill Road on Saturday, Nov. 5, 1955 commencing V 12:00 o'clock sharp 28 Head of Livestock 18 milk cows, some springers, balance milking good, Holsteins and Guernseys. 5 Holstein bred heifers; 3 heifers, 1 yr. to 16 mos. old; 1 six month old heifer. MACHINERY 1954 AC model CA tractor with" cultivator; 1951 AC model WD tyaptor; Mct> 2-13' tractor plow; Gehi silo filler; New 'Idea 7 ft power mower, 2 yrs. old; David Bradley tractor. spreader on rub-, ber; 1951 Chevrolet % ton truck, good condition; Case 8 ft. grain drill with fertilizer and grass seed: attachment on rubber; David Bradley hammer mill; 2 rolls snow fence; land roller; 3 section drag, new; McD 7 ft. disc; McD 8 ft. field cultivator; McD side rake; hay loader; rubtoer tired wagon; electric brooder; electric heater; small brooder house; cow clippers; wheelbarrow. FEED 1600 bales first cutting mixed hay; 300 bales second cutting mixed hay; 800 bu. ear corn; 300 bales straw; 500 bu. oats. • MILK HOUSE EQUIPMENT 2 Surge units, new style; 1 Surge DR. HENRY FREUND OPTOMETRIST At 136 S. Green Street, McHenry • (Closed Thursday Afternoons) EYES EXAMINED, -- GLASSES FITTED VISUAL TRAINING -- VISUAL REHABILITATION COMPLETE VISUAL ANALYSIS HOURS: DAILY 9 to 12 A.ML and 1 to 5 PJML FRIDAY EVENINGS: 6:00 to 8:S0 PJkL EVENINGS BY APPOINTMENT PHONE MeHENRY 452 motor & pump; 30 milk cans; 2 W&sh tafcR*; p&ua and strainer. PQULTRT 4 white Pekan ducks; 12 Bantams; 3 breeding geese; 40 Leghorn hens. Not Responsible for Accidents Lunch Wagon oil Grounds Terms: All sums of $25 or uhder cash. Over that amount one fourth down and the balance In six monthly installments at 6 per interest, arrangements for credit to LovoU "Sho)rti"^i§»M»nd . • Owwwr. • MeHENRY STATE HAWK, CleMdng ; ^ (Pub. Ckt. 27 - Nov. ->• I It Pays to Adveiltisr Harvest Day Celebration THURS., FRI. & SAT. < OCTOBER 27-28-29 98c for each and every COAT and JACKET (Not Fur Trimmed) BUCKLEY'S Cleaners and Launderers Boone Creek Launderette PHONE 1800 80S W. Elm St McHenry, 111. 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