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i?1 * ' „ f ' V"' f '•' ff Ji, »r~ . V r , t f . * ^ ' "" £ - '^if|S \'"^y 1" "Serving The Chain-O-Lakes Region Since 1875" Volume 10 --' No. 15 -- 2 Sections McHENRY. ILLINOIS. THURSDAY. AUGUST 15. 1957 16 Pages -- 10c Per Copy *» McHenry Dollar Days Friday, Saturday This was our weekend for culture and we can't say that it hurt us a bit. We contributed only our presence to both the McHenry art fair Friday evening and the Lake Geneva flower show on Saturday afternoon. Certainly we came away with a feeling that we had gained much. Honesty prevents us from trying to convince anyone that we thoroughly understood all of the paintings, but this didn't keep us from enjoying them. Still a novice in the field of art, we found our greatest pleasure in the scenes and portraits in the old fashioned style, where it was unnecessary to dwell upon the image to get the artist's concep- ^ tion -- or our own. This is not to detract in any measure from the abstract art exhibited, al| of which had great appeal to those who have studied the subject at greater length. All in all, the show was a big lift to the cultural life of McHenry and we believe every person who attended is looking forward to another such event in m 1958, The flower show was an aesthetic Jreat also, although it was sometimes difficult to find the reason for a judge's choice between first prize and none at all. The horticultural building at Lake Geneva is an ideal setting for such a show. It is complete with large auditorium wh^re lectures can be attended by those interested in learning, while the 4Rgreater number eager for merely a treat to the 'eye, makevttou rounds of the adjacent, rectangular halls which look out onto a beautiful, flower-edged, grassy area. We detected only one major difference in this show and our cwn, McHenry contribution to horticultural achievement. The local show lists only the contributor, while the Lake Geneva event ®names the estate and its gardener. We'll settle for our own any day, where we know that the tomatoes and string beans which win prizes for our neighbor have required the same dirty hands ind bnck-breaking labor which went into raising our own. It's more personal that way. Each year ab£ut this time, re- «J&quests flood into the metropolitan newspapers from Carried homemakers in summer resorts regarding diplomatic yvays to keep their homes from becoming hotels during the summer season. The answers in most cases have hardly been the kind designed to win friends and still find relaxation. McHenry is an. Ideal community for the problem, located as it is in such an ideftl natural setting for recreational pursuits. If anyone has found the answer and wishes to enlighten other, less resourceful folks, we would be happy to pass on the information. Reports from those closest to the McHenry county fair indicate that the 1957 event was one ot the most successful ever held, with 300 more head of livestock shown this year than last. Such an undertaking requires a good deal of cooperation in order ijpr the label "success" to be truthfully tacked onto it. It is interesting to note that an endeavor of this kind usually has the kind of people behind it to make possible that success. £) The increasing popularity of the sport of water skiing has caught on rapidly in our own community. . Evidence of it came to our attention again this week with a notice that a charter had been granted to the Pistakee Bay Ski club}< The organization was formed to further the development of the sport, to create an interest in allforms and types of boating and to conduct tournaments in skiing and W boat racing. Another purpose is for the education and training in the handling of boats and skiing. K.A.F. SIMM BE CONSTRUCTS) Award Contracts At Once; Begin Work Locally Next Year Sjenator Robert McClory - has received official notification that field surveys and preliminary plans for a lock for recreational navigation at the McHenry dam is to commence at once with awarding of contracts and construction work to begin during the 1958 season. Legislation providing this state appropriation was sponsored by Senator McClory at the request of a number of McHenry area citizens and civic leaders. Governor Approves At a meeting held early this spring with Gov. Stratton in Springfield, the project was approved to be included in the state budget. This will be the first lock of this type along the Fox* river.. Make Preparations For Rotary Rodeo Tickets are now available from Rotary members for the rodeo which that organization is sponsoring starting Saturday, Aug. 24. and ending Sunday, Aug. 25. The first day's shows start at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and there will be one Sunday performance at 3 o'clock. The rodeo carries fifty head of livestock and a personnel of sixteen, all of whom are active performers in the rodeo. The Diamond (K) rodeo will -pay - anyone $500 who can ride a bull which travels with them. They also have a fine clown and burro act.. On Sunday, there will be a contest rodeo, with cowboys front the entire area participating. A parade Friday night, Aug. 23, at 1 p.m. in McHenry will precede the rodeo program at Eastwood Manor. 1 Wins Degree M ffioi IMMM SSeSSS Utilltl These pictures sliow the demolished remains of two car* | occupants of the autos were injured, one seriously. Three remained which collided last Thursday afternoon, Aug. 8, at 3:45 o'clock on I in McHenry hospital, where they were reported improving nicely East River ROad, a mile and one-half north of Rt. 176. All five by mid-week. The othters were re leased after emergency treatment. SANTA CLAUS ON HIS WAY?--NO. ITS JUST THE EARLY BIRD McHenry Boy Of 3 Among Four County Residents Fatally Hurt In Highway Accidents During Week JOHN THOMAS Among the 195 students who graduated at summer commencement exercises last Thursday at Northern Illinois university was John Thomas of Front street, who received the degree of master of science in education. He is a teacher in the McHenry high school. SELECT QUEEN AT PISTAKEE HIGHLANDS FESTIVAL SUNDAY The Pistakee Highlands festival is being planned to take place Sunday, Aug. 18, wjth a variety of attractions for the entire family. Festivities start that morning at 11:30, when a young queen of the subdivision will be selected from a number of entries between the ages of 4 to 9. She will be given a robe and scepter and a cash prize of fifteen dollars. Other attractions include a buggy and bike parade for which there will also be prizes. Picnic fare will be served during the day to members of the subdivision and anyone who would care to attend. A tragic auto accident near Madison, Wis., took the life of a 3-year-old boy from McHenry Monday afternoon, Aug. 12. He was Bruce Meyer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Maynard Meyer of McHenry Shores, just south of McHenry. The child died, of j^skull fracture an&'ycheH'"injurielC* The accident occurred on U.S. 14 and Wisconsin highway 13, south of Madison. The boy's mother, Gloria, was driving north, enroute to La Crosse, when she approached a slow moving vehicle. Unable to stop in time, she attempted to drive off the left side of the highway, but in veering in that direction, the rear of the vehicle was struck by a southbound auto driven by Henry Mc- Cord, 47, of Geneva, 111. Mrs. Meyer suffered shock and bruises in the impact and a 4Vs year-old son, Steren, sustained a skull fracture and was hospitalized at the Methodist hospital in Madison. The other driver suffered a back injury, fractured right leg and facial lacerations. A third occupant of the Meyer car was Dennis Schroeder, 15. a nephew of the local family, who was being taken home after spending the summer here. He was unhurt. The McCord family was reported to be returning from a vacation when the accident occurred. The Meyer family has resided at McHenry Shores for the past (Continued on Page 8) Five Injured In Two-Car Crash One motorist was seriously injured and four others were also hurt in a two-car collision- which occurred at 3:45 o'clock last Thursday afternoon, Aug. 8, on East River Road. Listed as critical when admitted to McHenry hospital was Ivan PinsminsRi, 44, of Chicago, driver of one of the cars, who was reported to have suffered internal and back injuries. He was improving nicely on Wednesday of this week. Others hurt in the crash were Andre Kuzmenko, 33, of Chicago, a passenger in the car, who suffered an injury to an elbow and was released after treatment, and Tawell Pawlikowski, 43, also of Chicago, driver of the car. William J. Biggerstaff of McHenry, driver of the second car, sustained facial lacerations and injuries to his knees and his son, James, 14, was hurt only slightly. According to state police, the Pawlikowski vehicle was travelling north on River road when it crossed the center line, hitting the Biggerstaff car, which was enroute south. Pawlikowski was charged with driving oh the wrong side of the road and operating a vehicle 'without a driver's license. SPECIAL CITY ELECTION TO BE HELD OCT. 10 PROCEEDS FROM ANNUAL PARISH EVENT BENEFITS SCHOOL BUILDING FUND; MANY ATTRACTIONS OFFERED For parishioners of St. Mary's Catholic church and their many frieitds, this coming weekend will be one of the most important of the year. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 16, 17 and 18, the second annual parish carnival will be held on the church grounds. Friday night will be children's night from 7 to 11 p.m., featuring many specialties for the kiddies. All three days there will be rides for the young people, games for the adults and delicious refreshments on the grounds. One of the features of the threeday festival will be the buffet supper to be served Sunday, starting at 4 o'clock in the afternoon. Chairmen include Helen Smith, Til lie Gerasch and Mary Freund. Pauline Adams and Evelyn Freund will be in charge of the dining room and waitresses and Helen Williams and Kathryn Worts are ticket chairmen. The carnivals, popular .each summer years ago, were given up during the war years of the 'forties and resumed only last year, when hundreds enjoyed festivities. Use of Proceeds Proceeds from the event will benefit the school building fund, which is greatly in need of assistance to meet the financial demands of erecting a new addition. Last March, construction men began building a large section adjacent to the present school and they hope to complete one floor, including four classrooms, by early September. No definite completion date is promised on the entire building. The classrooms to be opened in the fail will help accommodate the more than 575 pupils who now attend the parochial school. Attention Called To Final Filing Date Tuesday. August 20 A special election will be held in the city of McHenry on Thursday, Oct. 10, 1957, to fill vacancy caused by the resignation of Elmer F. Antonson as alderman in the second ward. The unexpired term will run ^o April, 1959. Special attention is called to the fact that nominations must be filed by Aug. 20. Petitions for nominations may be secured in the office of the city clerk. The City Council has received many complaints concerning property owners "who have failed to cut weeds on vacant as well as improved property. Notifications have been given in instances of specific complaints. In the interests of public health, all persons owning or renting property are urgency requested to take immediate action in having weeds cut. Storm Sewer A contract with Lakeland Construction company has been signed to construct a storm sewer on Main street, near the Chicago and Northwestern depot. When completed, this improvement is expected to correct flooded conditions in the area. An application submitted by Joseph A. Gilmore for a Class "A" alcoholic beverage license at the location formerly operated by Frank Holt has been approved. Word has been received that parts necessary for the completion of traffic light installations will be shipped this week. A letter from the manufacturer to the contractor states that a factory shutdown caused the delay. Many inquiries have come to the council regarding completion date. • RETIRED BRASS FOUNDRY OWNER IS DEAD AT 69 DRAW UP CHARTER FOR HUEMANN'S SUBDIVISION Members of Huemann's subdivision will meet at the John J. Mascari home on Sunday, Aug. 18, at 2 o'clock for the purpose of drawing up plans for Huemann's Improvement association. Residents will soon ask the state for a charter of this non-profit organization. Since the purpose of the new organization is improvement of roads, to give protection against trespassing, etc. A good crowd is expected Sunday. Ben Chelini, 69, retired brass foundry owner and a resident of Country Club subdivision for seventeen years died Saturday evening, Aug. 10, in Memorial hospital, Woodstock, following only a day's illness. Mr. Chelini had been in poor health a few years ago but of late had been much improved until he was stricken early on the day of his death. The deceased was born May 26, 1888, in Italy. During his residence in McHenry he had acquired a host of friends who join the family in mourning his passing. Survivors include his widow, Anna Biaga Chelini; two children, Mrs. Lorraine Blake and Ben, Jr., of McHenry; three brothers and one sister, David, Eugene, Ezio and Amelia, all of Italy; also five grandchildren. The body rested at the Peter M. Justen funeral home until 9:30 o'clock Wednesday morning, when a funeral Mass was sung at St. Mary's church, with interment in the church cemetery, AT FARM FORUM • Charles Weingart and Mrs. Edward Jelinek, both of McHenry, were among six from the county who attended the Illinois Agriculture association forum last week at DeKalb. The form's theme was "Building Objectively." M. Y. F. SUPPER The public is reminded of the M.Y.F. Sunday supper at the Community Methodist church on Aug. 18, at 6 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the door. * When we opened our mail last Monday morning well, there we were, just four months ahead of schedule, with our first letter to Santa Claus written on prettypink stationery. It wasn't a joke either, just an unsigned note from some youngster who wanted to get ahead of the jostling crowd. We had noticed' the leaves on some of the maple trees turning a bit to the reddish side, but even so, it's quite a jolt to be suddenly startled into the winter season after such a pleasant weekend. The writer informed us that he and Gary had been good boys this year and, in consequence, desired a number of items ranging from "a little car that me and Gary can fit in and with a motor in and a horn that blows and < a trunk that opens with a wheel inside and a key; a choo-choo train with control buttons; toy cars with a gas station; electric motorcycle; airplane with control buttons and four propellers and where you press the button the propeller goes; big dump 'trunks' and two road graders." We checked the calendar, kiddo, and it's still 134 days until Christmas. Select Models For Fall Revue SALES OFFERED M CITY STORES Twenty-one charming models will show mi-lady just what the well dressed woman will be wearing this fall and winter when they make their way across an improvised stage at the Legion home next Wednesday, Aug.. 21. The dessert luncheon begins at 1:30 o'clock, prior to the showing of back-to-school; back-to-college, afternoon and dinner clothes, lovely fall and winter suits and coats by well known designers. Models include Mrs. Carol Switzer. Miss Marlene Arvidson, Miss Shirley Berthoux, Miss Zelinda Bennett, Miss Patti Blake, Miss Lois Claybaugh, Mrs. Barbara Bernier, Miss Judy Dahl. Mrs. Alice Marion, Mrs. Dian Erickson, Mrs. Kathy Visin, Mrs. Helen Mc- Mahon, Mrs. Betty Davidson. Mrs. Marge Adams, Mrs. Evelyn Varese, Mrs. Louise Wahl. .Mrs. Agnes Fredricksen, Mrs. Ruth Mann. Mrs. Mary Edmier, Miss Vila Graves and Mrs. Marguerite Boyle. • Mrs. Charles Brda, who is ticket chairman of the event, says tickets may be purchased at the door or from members of the association. It is sponsored by St. Mary's Home and. School association, „ this being the twentieth anniversary of the revue. Take advantage of McHenry Dollar Day special buys. MANY LEARN OUTSTANDING WORK OF CCCC CAMP AT OPEN HOUSE; TWELFTH SEASON DRAWS TO CLOSE About seventy-five visitors attended open house at the Chicago Club for Crippled Children camp at Riverdale subdivision last week Wednesday on a special day paying tribute to cooperating agencies. Among those who attended were Dr. H. Visotsky. psychiatrist associated with the University of Illinois hospitals and schools; six representatives from the nursery school and social service departments of Michael Reese hospital; three representatives of Easter Seal in Woodstock; a state representative of the Illinois Association for the Crippled program; Dr. and Mrs. Peter Griesbach, Dr. and Mrs. L. F. Pawlikowski (Kiwanis club president), Mrs. Doris Brooks and Mrs. Florence SVODOda of the V.F.W. auxiliary of McHenry; Rev. Fr. William Maloney of Loyola university, who is teaching at the Viatorian. seminary here; two visiting priests from Nebraska; Rev. Carl Lobitz and ten parishioners from Zion Lutheran church; Mrs. C. Helen Ruth- (Continued on Page 8) WONDER LAKE TO SPONSOR FIRST GARDEN SHOW There is great excitement at Wonder Lake this week as members of the Garden club plan for i their first flower show, approprij ately entitled "Summertime in the Country." It will be held Satur- • day. Aug. 17, from 2 to 9 p.m., and Sunday. Aug. 18, from 2 to j 8 p.m., at Harrison school. There ! will be a small admission chairge. I The public is invited to enter all classes except those which are • invitational, but exhibitors may ' make only one entry in a class. ! All entries will be judged. They I must be submitted between 8 and 110 o'clock Saturday morning. The show will be divided into | eight sections. The first will coni sist of tables, entries for which will be by invitation only. The | second includes arrangements, a class further divided inio six classes entitled "A Stroll in the Country, A Cooling Breeze." (Continued On Page 8) v Home, Office And Personal Articles Are Special Values In scanning the Dollar Day supplement to the Plaindealer this week, we find that the semi-anrtual sales offered by McHenry merchants on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 16 and 17, will probably surpass all previous offers. A number of local stores have made the necessary plans for a successful sale of year 'round and seasonal items for the home, office, school or personal use. No one will dispute the fact that late summer dol-drums can be easily dispelled by the purchase of som^hing new. When that long desired item c&n be bought at really outstanding prices, then there is no'iieed to suffer from them any longer. Skirts, slacks, dresses, furs and jewelry., at really big savings are noted for mi-lady, while the gentleman of the family will be pleased with special buys on slacks, jackets, suits, ties and sport caps, among many other items. Items For Home For the home we find such articles as throw rugs, dish towels, blankets, window shades, cake. covers, rag rugs and dinnerware. The youngsters 'come in for their share too, with bikes and play sets of all kinds offered, as well as a variety of wearing apparel. Some businessmen offer at special savings to put old wearing apparel to better advantage through cleaning, while other merchants hope to see McHenry homes fake on-a new look with a fresh coat of paiiit. Whatever your desires, you will probably finc^ them satisfied through values offered by local merchants on Dollar Days, Aug. 16 and 17. NAME McHENRY SRI TO P10WW6 PRINCESS COURT Paper's Candidate Will Appear On August Programs ^ Jeanette Freund, 17-year-old brunette, has been named a member of the "Illinois Plowing Princess' " court and will act as an official hostess at the 1957 Illinois state plowing matches and conservation field day being held near Huntley on Friday, Aug. 30. The attractive June graduate of McHenry high school is studying to become a beautician. Sne also was nominated Miss McHenry in the McHenry county (Continued on Page 8) St. Mary's Parish Carnival August 16-17-18 ! > - - -T €? . _ •• . ' - I'S :-iW mm