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W: Tho«iUr.Deaiab«ii»; 1957 • (• .\ THE I' PLAINDEALER tw?. Wonder Lake News \ by Jane Ducey 1 " Khvanig Farmers Night Jack Satorius of Woodstock Who has recently returned from a trip to Russia will be the McHenry speaker at the McHenry Township Kiwanis club meeting Monday, Dec. 30, at LaGrecca's on the Lake. Mr. Satorius will accompany his talk with colored slides Atfhiqh he took while in the Soviet TJnion. The meeting, which *is Farmer's Night, is open^M the public with dinner being slaved at 7:15 and the program starting at 8 p.m. This timely pi'ogram is important to, a better understanding, of . the USSR in the world picture and Mr. Satorius' is an able and well qualified speaker. '# Program Available, - Howard Nehlig, superintendent i of the McHenry county ,home, is seeking an audience to present the situation of the home at Hartland. This education is indicated in view of the bond issue, coming up in the spring, to remodel the present structure and add a wing. The architects have made colored slides of the home relative to 4)ose phases that do not come up to the demands of the state. Mr. Nehlig would appreciate the opportunity of showing the slides to church and other organizations to promote a favorable vote on the bond issue. Harrison Christmas Program The Harrison school gym was packed with standing room only 1st Thursday night, when fond irents came to see the Christmas program put on by the children. In addition to the singing of carols by the chorus, conducted by Marvin Wenck. and the performance of the band under the baton of Charles Wightman, the lower grades put on individual skits, all of which were well executed and well received by the j^dience. Performances included square dancing, a flag drill, a rhythm band group singing and group recitation of an original poem. The proud but weary participants, who had seen the program at school in the afternoon, were gathered up afterwards by their families, and the grade school Christmas program is but ^memory for another year. News Briefs ^1 Mrs. Let* Hartog leaves the Lake today to fly to Palo Alto, Calif, for a visit with son; pill, before he goes to Japan. IfHe trip is being made by plane, despite Mary Lou's aversion to heights, because Bill's leave from ".his radar shSp, originally scheduled for January, was moved u{j to Christmas. After seeing her sbn off, she plans to visit the • Frank Cheneys at Palo Alto and also a brother in Las Vegas, Nevada, and arrive home via train about Jan. 15. The Selsdorf home lr. Indiana Ridge is gay for the holidays with nephew, Jay Phelps who is a Pfc. in the Marine Corps, spending his Christmas leave in Wonder Lake. Jay's family Is. presently living in Colombia, South America, and he was unable to make the trip there. "Jean is home on vacation from Marquette and Peggy also came by plane from New York to spend the holidays. TTie Ivar Fredrcksens are enjoying a Christmas visit with their son. Ron and his wife Syd. Ron, a SP3 stationed in Hawaii, is on at holiday leave which will extend through New Years. Home for the holidays also are Ann Lundborg, daughter of the Joe Lundborgs of Indian Ridge, Who is a student at Northern Illinois University at DeKalb; Robert Kolar, son of the Joseph Kolars of the same subdivision, who is on leave from his station in the Ndvy at Bethesda, Md. and Susan Ensminger, daughter of the James W. Ensmingei-s, who is in school at Wayland Academy, Beaver Dam, Wis. George F. Smith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Smith of Deep Spring Woods No. 2, has completed eleven weeks of tecruit( training at the Marine Corps recruit depot, San Diego, Calif. Chuck Spielman of Wonder View is the able lad who has made the festive window decorations 4n Reuter's store, ithe F. O. Marion home in Look Out Point, and also the window s of. the McHenry country club. Wonder Lake Bible Church -News "Verily, verily I say unto you he that heareth My words and believeth. on Him that sent me, hath everlasting life, anck shall not come into condemnation^ but w« give Hi* wave that actually ABQi IUSTEX TO YOUR HAH includes shampoo, shaping, and set Make your appointment soon! Jen's Beauty Shop Block East of Old Bridge PHONE McHENRY is passed from death into life." John 5:24. Prayer meeting night has been changed this week from Wednesday to Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the church. Also next week, because of New Year's Day falling on Wednesday, prayer meeting will be combined with Watch Night services on Tuesday night. New Year's Eve. It will start at 9 p.m. and continue to 12:10 a.m. 1958. Showing of a film is programed for Watch Night, in addition to si lging and special music, testimony time, and prayer. Refreshments will be served after the Service and the Bible church invites you to welcome in the New Year with fellowship in the House of the Lord with your friends and neighbors. Pastor Wright wishes to thank everyone who brought food and canned goods for the "White Christmas" for needy families of the community, Keep in mind Communion Sunday, which will be the first Sunday in Jaii. 5. , The ladies of the Missionary Guild will have their meetings at the church starting Jan. 9. The day meeting starts at 10 a m. Mrs. Bert Skemp will be in charge of devotions and Mrs. Roy Swanson of refreshments. The evening Richard Wright will be in charge meeting will be at 7:30 and Mrs. of devotions. Mrs. Leroy Johnson and Mrs. Allen Schimke" will serve refreshments. The ladies are asked to please wear work clothes. It is planned to spend the time cleaning up and straightening out the new headquarters at the church. The young people are invited to another youth rally, sponsor- Inland Lakes Youth the second Saturday, They will meet at at 7 p.m. for transportation to the Baptist church of Round Lake where the rally will be held. Young people are urged to attend. JThere will be special music and a special speaker, and refreshments after the meeting. ' All young people of high school: age in the community are invited to the Luther league "holiday hop" to be given Saturday, Dec. 28. at Harrison school. There will be games, dancing and refreshments served, ^Admission to the party will be one Christmas tree ornament. Pastor Schroe^er has chosen the topic "Promise of Great Things" for his sermon Sunday, Dec. 29, and extends a special welcoiiie to the community to worship at Nativity during the holiday season. This Sunday between Christmas and New Year's is a good time to reflect upon past blessings and future dedication by coming to church. Page Eleven Christ the King Church A tableau of the nativity scene/ presented by the children of the. catechism school, was beautifully portrayed at the Christmas party at Mathews hall, attended by about 200 children of the parish last Sunday. Joanne Miller took the role of the Blessed Mother^ Kathy Marjercik was St. Joseph, and little William RUggero portrayed the Christ Child. A group of angels, resplendent in flowering angel costumes and wii^gsi'surrounded the Holy family. Rev. Alfred Kruk led the children and parents in the many lovely Chlristri&s carols, with the singing i&f .Jingle Bells as the finale. • vS While awaiting the 1 arrival of Santa, Rev. James VatidfirjHJol expressed his sincere appreciation to ali the children for the,'Christmas spiritual, bouquet which was presented to him. Sister Mary Sebastian thanked everyone for his cooperation and help in the catechism school. The arrival of Santa highlighted the party and each child received a gift personally followed by delicious homemade cookies and ice cream, and frjit and candy. Mrs. Charles Crane and Mrs. Pat Wight wish to thank all who contributed their help and donations to make the party a wonderful success. Coming Events: Games sponsored by the Holy Name Society will be played at Mathews Hall Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. New Year's Day. January 2-- Altar and Rosary Sodality meeting Thursday evening 8:30 p.m. at the Ray Mendyk home in Indian Ridge. SPRING GROVE By Mrs. Chart** Kfeund Aerial Maps Aid Assessor McHenry township will be the first to be photographed from Ihe air in a program planned to facilitate the work of the supervisor of assessments, due to the 'act that 1958 is the year for re-assessing real estates. Th<> township comprises 14,000 p;: reels' of land and the maps will be made at an estimated cost of ? 1.920. The townships o/ McHenry, Algonquin, and Nunda have problems of most rapid growth in the county, according to Stanley Cornue. county supervisor of assessments. The McHenry county board of supervisors approved the program at the Dec. K session. The Christmas party for the children of St. Peter's school was held on Friday, Dec. 20. The grown-ups w^re invited to come too in the evening to see the Christmas program which was presented by the children of all grades.- St. Nick was present to give out candy to the children. Santa Claus stayed in town and made his appearance at the Town Hall on Saturday, Deq. 21. The Catholic Youth Club met at St. Peter's hall on Mpnday for their regular meeting A movie was shov-n after the Meeting and there were refreshments. The tcwi was shocked to see the house, formerly occupied by the Buxton family burn to the ground on Thursday. Although the Spring Grove and Richmond fire departments worked hard to try to save it. would appear that the building had tod much of ai]| start before it was noticed and (here- was no chance of saving anything. The Buxton family have moved in the Ben Smith building. Mrs. Johxj Smith left last week for Florida where she will visit her father. Members of her club met at the home of Mrs Arthur Klein on | Monday night for a Christmas party. Chicken - ala - king was I served and then there was a gift ' exchange. Santa was present to give out the gifts and to wish all a Merry Christmas. The hostess also gave1 each one a little gift. The club will meet next at the home of Mrs. George W. May. ) The Holy Name Society of St. I Peter's held their regular night of bowling at Johnsburg on Suni day night. Congratulations to Robert Tinney, son of Mr. and -Mrs. Frank Tinney whose rating was high in an examination for senior fire alarm operator in the Chicago fire department place over fifteen candidates taking the test. REVOKE LICENSES Announcement has been made of the revocation of the drivers* licenses of Laurald Halverson of Algonquin, and Edward Kaske, McHenry, driving while intoxicated; Kenney' Mansfield, Spring- Grove, caused or contributed to an accident resulting in death; also the suspensions of the licensees of Dale Anderson, Crystal Lake,, and Eugene Limbaugh, Woodstock, three offenses. HARDEST CHEAPEST WORKERS IN TOWN PLAINDEALER WANT ADS Drive Slower and Enjoy Life ed by the Fellowship, Jan. 11th. the church m/rniM Nativity Evangelical Lutheran Church News Business & Service Directory of Wonder Lake CRISTY and STENDEBACH General Contractor* NEW HOMES Pfaonr Wonder 5432 nother New Year is just around the MSA corner <*4 We hope it' brings success and great happiness to you and yours the. N | HAPPY I NEW YEAR i YES | We have them he^e^' g 1 Ice Cubes 8 | and | Crushed Ice I For Your | Christmas Party OPEN M 8:00 a.m. to 1 p.rti. | NEW YEAR'S DAY | HOLLY'S » Texaco Service Station | 400 E. Elm St. 'igssgsggaswawasgaresgawsigggs't isx5gte$«$«8«$«£ansK£«Bai£8r£S3;;3ardt Betty Nielsen's i DRESS SHOP |* PHONE 238-J X North Riverside Drive S ~ ^c sincerely hope that the Ne^r Year opens the door to all the best things in life for you. Math M. Sehmitt McHENRY TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR •^533 wajagsjsgRs^jas? »55a55 »«35a5aajw35jaji3»53B5s*a5a^3wajwsjaaja«»55a^. friends ft Lt the stroke of twelve when you greet a brand ^Tew Vear, veil be wishing with you that it be one of peace and prosperity. And we'll be hoping, too, that every tick of the clock marks a happy time for you and yours, this year and every year. ALTHOFF'S CLARK CHEVROLET SALES & SERVICE 204 W. ELM ST. MCHENRY, ILL. > ' HARDWARE - DRY- 501 Main St. McHenry, 111. #. I I f f i i f i f i We take this opportunity to send our greetings for |oyous and prosperous New Year to each of our 4arge family of friendly May every good thing come 1 I i J i r ^ * your way Sincerely ALEXANDER LUMBER COMPANY on Highway South of Main SSSJSf: McHENRY, ILL. PHONE I I f