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Thursday. January 29, 1959 THE McHENRY PLAINDEALER McCullom Lake HRE AVERTED H EXPLOSION QF FURNACE by Elma Nelson About 6 p.m. last Saturday, an explosion occurred that literally shook the building in which Bernice and Whitey Bjork have their business and home. While the startled people who were there gathered their wits, Bernice instinctively to an already smoke filled basement and threw the switch that controlled the furnace. The front of the furnace had been glown out, exposing the fi repot, in which there were still flames. By pulling the switch, she stemmed the flow of oil into the firepot and the flame died, thus averting what might have been a serious fire. Ole Olsen was right beside her vjfh a very welcome helping hand, each rapidly opening windows, to allow the smoke and acrid fumes to escape. Simultaneously, upstairs, Frank Novak placed a call to the fire department, who arrived on the Scene before five minutes had elapsed. A checjc revealed no danger of fire, so they left. After about an hour of careful checking for further damage and starting exhaust fans to clean the business area and the rest of the building of smoke, Bernice paused for a moment, caught sight of herself, and had the good grace to laugh, for she was indeed "doing a Topsy" -- she was soot from head to foot. It wasn't nearly as funny though, when it was discovered that her im- Ojjeulate living quarters up- ^airs were in a similar condition. The force of the explosion had blown soot through the ducts and vents in every room of their home. This poor gal will be starting her spring cleaning early, for everything -- walls, floors, bedspreads, drapes, are . all thickly coated with layers of the black greasy stuff. Boy, what a mess she ^es! The Bjorks will be without heat for about a week, during which time the cause of the explosion will be determined and the furnace will either be repaired or a new one installed. They are so very grateful to all the kind folks who came to their aid immediately with portable heaters of all sizes and varieties, so that they <fcght be comparatively comfortable. Let's hope that the weather will cooperate too, for this was really a rough deal. Page Fifteen the ravages of the dreaded polio, but somehow since the Salk vacine is available to us all, we are prone to treat lightly the vital, need to keep the Polio Foundation -active. There are countless numbers of unfortunate youngsters and adults \yho were struck down before Salk treatment was possible. They are dependent on the therapy provided by the Foundation to restore them to a comparatively normal life. Let's help as generously as we can when the volunteer calls at our door. This year tne chairmanship of the fund raising campaign in our community is in the capable hands of Henrietta Vycital. At press time her crew of workers was not yet completed, so their names were not available. Polio March Tonight On with the porch lights, between the hours of 7 to 9 p.m. tonight, to aid the volunteers who will be making their way from house to house collecting ids for this most worthy ise. We are familiar with Club Notes There will be no Cullom- Knoll meetings until further notice, during the remaining winter months. The next required meeting will be the first Sunday in May. Should a meeting be called, it will be posted ahead- of time. The Ladies of the Lake will resume their meetings in February. Regular meeting nights are the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. The next meeting will be held Thursday, Feb. 12 at 8 p.m. at the beach house. Let's have a real turnout. First Aid What would you do if you were the only one able to give a hand at the scene of an accident-- or if Johnny suffered a severe cut and was bleeding badly? The first aid classes, sponsored by the Red Cross will give you the answers to these and many more questions, teaching you to act quickly with assurance at critical times. Advanced first aid classes will begin on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the McHenry fire house. All persons who carry the current standard first aid card, within the two year expirations period, are eligible for -registration. The term will run for eight weeks and will be conducted by John Beckman of Harvard. Those of us who attended the course last year will remember him for his very competent and friendly manner of presentation. See you at the registration desk? It's something 816 Front St. A CHAT Of H US Regular check-ups and maintenance by our experts, means lower car costs to you! Call us today and find out for yourself. Brake Service All Mechanical Repairs Complete Motor Overhauling BU1OTS 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE McHenry, III. Phone 811 -- Residence 91-R * JUSTEN AUCTION ED VOGEL & WM. RUSSEL, Auctioneers The farm having been sold and having decided to discontinue farming, the undersigned will sell at Public Auction on South Solon Road 2 miles south of Solon Mills and U.S. Route 12, 2 miles northeast of Ringwood or five miles north of McHenry, Illinois on SATURDAY. JANUARY 31. 1959 ,'p SALE TO START AT 12:00 P.M. FARM MACHINERY -- "WD" Allis Chalmers Tractor; winter storm front for Tractor; McL) 12 ft. self propelled Combine with scour-clean and grass seed screens; A.C. Mount for 3-14 inch plow; A.C. 7-ft. disk; A.C. for W.D. and 45 tractor 4-row cultivator; A.C. 2-row Mounted Corn Picker; John Deere 4-row corn planter; 7 ft. Grain Drill; 4-Section Wood Harrow; 3- Section Wood Harrow; McD Side Rake; Two (2) Electric Wheel wagons with 4-Ton; Colby with Hydraulic Dump Boxes; 7 ft. by 14 ft.; 40 ft. Kelly-Ryan Elevator with 1% horse Electric Motor; McD 45 PTO Baler; McD 7-ft. Tractor Mounted Mower; McD. Tractor Manure Spreader; 5 H.P. Electric l#fbtor; A.C. or McD H. Hydraulic fronted Manure Loader; 8 ft. Lime Spreader; 8 roll Rosenthal Corn Husker; Harvey powered Corn Sheller; Grain Fanning Mill; Two (2) automatic Wagon Hitches; 5 H.P. Briggs-Stratton Engine; 150 ft. Hay rope; 24 Drinking Cups. All of this machinery is in excellent condition and has been well housed. FEED -- 1500 bl. Oats; Large quantity of Red Clover Seed; 5 tons Baled Straw. CHICKEN EQUIPMENT -- 8 Chicken Crates; 12 - 30 doz. egg crates; 6 - 10 hole hen nests; Feeder & Waterer. ifbUSEHOLD FURNITURE -- 2 End Tables; Dining Room Table; Buffet and coffee table. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS ON PREMISES USUAL BANK TERMS, ^ake arrangements with clerk before purchases are made. ELME1 JUSTEH, Owner STATE BANK OF RICHMOND, Clerking (Jan. 22-29, 1959) you'll never regret, and who knows, it may be the means of saving a life. For further information call Larry Murray, 1345. Breakfast Is Served to you in fine style, by the McCullom Lake Men's club, next Sunday, Feb. 1. The time is from 8 a.m. until noon, the place, Bernice and Whitey's, the menu, all you can eat of delicious breakfast fixins. Come on down and bring the whole family. These breakfasts will be served on" the first Sunday of each month as long as we want them, and believe me, they are well worth "getting in on". It's a good way to support your community--and the pleasure will be all yours. A Bad Break No matter how you look at if. that's just what it was. A week ago, Sunday, Sally Hocin was on her way to the family car. She slipped on the ice and fell with her left leg.folding beneath her. There's a more descriptive word, but it's a little earthy, so iet's say it took just plain nerve to do what she did. As she moved to free her leg, she saw it was broken at the ankle, the bone nearly prot r u d i n g . S h e v e r y c a l m l j shoved the bone back in place, arose, and with aid, got into the car and off to the hospital she went. There it was detefmined that there were three breaks, just above the ankle bone, and there she remained for two days for treatment. She's home now. with a cast that reaches well above the knee on that left leg, and a heavy one it is. She'll be sitting on one spot for 3% long months, so if you'd like to help her while away a bit of that long stretch, stop in and say "iii". You'll be amused with the very unusual "guest book" she has for you to sign--that cast takes signatures just dandy. special age of 18 on Jan. 27. ; Mrs." Gertrude Kosnak had her special day Jan. 28. Today, Jan. 29, is Billy Aalto's big day, for now he is 10 years old. Celebrations are in order at the Larry Murray household, today, Jan. 29. That tiny little bunch of feminity. Peggy Ann will be blowing the candle on her very first birthday cake. Elaine Nelson will be receiving good wishes from all the Vycitals, today, Jan. 29. May we add our belated wishes to her little daughter, Dawn, who was I year old on Jan. 14. A very happy birthday to you all. Birthday Cheers to the following -- and this week the list is a long one. That charming little miss. Dawn Parenti, was 9 on Jan. 23. On Saturday, the twentyfourth, mom, Lois, spread a festive board laden with goodies and all the things dear to the hearts of little girls. The friends who helped her celebrate were I ynn H&mmerstein, Libby Stinespring, Carol and Mary Aalto, Darlene Palis, Bonny Burg, Dianne Hanneman, and Janet and Laurie Jean Murray. Roberta Houck celebrated her fourteenth birthday on Jan. 23. After school, Debby Block, Susan Praul, Vicky Viverito and Nancy West came home with her, enjoyed a special dinner and had a real dreajny record party later. Mrs. Theresa Huska received congratulations on Jan. 23. Marie Burg received birthday kisses from hubby, Gregg and young 'uns, Gregg, Jr., Bonny and Donny, on Jan. 25. Ronny Creutz was the fellow in the honor seat in his house on Jan. 26. Elsie Penke reached that Local Chatter Evelyn Patzke was hospitalized in McHenry last week for treatment and observation. Monday or Tuesday of this week should have brought her home again. May all be well with her. „ To all her friends who are. wondering how Ingeborg Olsen has fared since her fall on Jan. 2, she's coming along "as well as c&n be expected." That's a well worn phrase, but it fits, for the damage to her back has completely immobilized her and she is confined to a hospital bed, set up in her front I room. Hours drag for the convalescent, so words of cheer from friends would be very nice indeed. Ronald and Joyce Hayen and children drove to Rock Falls to spend the weekend with' the Herb Hayen family. They had real perfect time, and were lucky enough to make it back home before the snows began. THANK YOU! We would like to take this opportunity to thank the many people of the McHenry area who attended our grand opening and helped make it such a fine success ... please be assured of our efforts to afford you the very best in sales and service. PRIZE WINNERS 1st PRIZE MRS. JAMES ROTHERMEL 2nd PRIZE MRS. JOHN PAUL 3rd PRIZE MRS. NAYDA SHIGLEY 4th PRIZE MRS. FRANK PITZEN 5th PRIZE MRS. BEN KENNEBECK We Feature The Finest ADMIRAL RemoS© Control ?.v. Radio HI-FI JOHN'S & TV 204 E. Elm St. Phone 469 McHenry, 111. Lilymoor ASSOCIATION OFFICERS HOLD INSTALLATION Alma Hueckstaedt--578-R-l umn. Let's all give her our support to keep the column going. Her phone number is 560-M-l. The installation party is over and it was a success. Fred Fradinardo, as chairman of the committee, wishes to express his appreciation for all the help, co-operation and donations." The meeting began with the singing of the Star Spangled Banner. The officers were duly installed by Mrs. Victor Bassi. After that everyone joined in singing. Many old time favorite songs. Mrs. Eunice Tobey furnished the musical background. Following the" song fest the buffet supper was held. All the food served was donated by individuals of the subdivision and it was all very delicious. Approximately forty, two persons attended. Those deserving credit for the success of the program and party are Messrs. Herman Crawley, Victor Bassi, Herbert Polinski, Fred Svoboda, Steve Wijas, Fred Fradinardo, Donald Leskp, Eunice Tobey and Charles Hueckstaedt, Thanks again to ail of you. Mother's Club Feb. 18 is the date for the next meeting of the Mother's club. It's scheduled for, 8 p.m. at the little school house. The date is a little advanced so mark it on^your calendar so you won't forget it. Sick List Maurice Haines is resting at home and would enjoy a visit from his friends and neighbors. The flu bug has been pretty active lately and the latest victims are Mrs. Ruth Kroncke and Mrs. Eunice Tobey. Here's hoping that by the printing of this edition they will have forgotten how miserable they x'elt because of the flu. MOOSE NEWS General News DaVe Fantus was home for one week from Decatur. We hope his stay at home was a very pleasant one. Well good friends, this is the end of the month and also the end of me as the gal at the typewriter. Eve is not in a position to take over the reins yet. for Matt is a wee one and little fellows his age have no regard for mother's "spare time". The month of January is all that would fit into my "upside-down" schedule. Isn't there someone among us who would be willing to help out for awhile, thus keeping the column in print? Pulitzer prize type writing Ts not essential-- witness my past month. If you're willin' call Eve at 2171, and let's keep the chatter and vital bits coming around each week. Thanks to you all for your fine cboperation while I was "in business," By for now--see you around. New Columnist February starts a new month with a new columnist. She is Nancy Ritter a junior at McHenry high school. The Ritter family came from Chicago to Fritzchies Estates about five years ago. With the help and co-operation of everyone in the community I am sure Nancy will do a very good job with the col- 1F READY-MIX In Closing It has been a pleasure writting the news for you. A little hectic at times. What with earlier deadlines due to holidays or other things that may come up, but all in all it is a very enjoyable task I would like to express my appreciation to all who have helped me make a success of the column. So now I tuiTi it over to Nancy. Call 560-M-l if you have any worthy items for the column. The world is going to the QOgs largely because of the people who think it is going to the dogs. Women of the Moose The Jan. 20 meeting Was called to order by Senior Regent Mable Thomas with eight officers, three chairmen and five escorts present! The bad weather has a lot to do with the poor attendance also some of our girls are still on the sick list and we hope that they will be with us very soon. Several projects that are still in progress need the help of all of us. The projects are the sales of candy, soap and +he camera. The committees that have these projects would appreciate any and all the help [ you can give them. Eleanor ' Brusso expressed her thanks to I all the girls that helped her on j the, fruit cake sale. I Girls!! here is your oppor- ; tunity to have ihe men baby sit with your children for about an J hour and a half on two Sundays in February. The men are going to show movies. There will be a comedy and cartoons, so take advantage of Feb. 1. and Feb. 15 at 2:30 in the afternoon. This will be held at the Moose Lodge. I Feb. 3 is our next meeting I and the ritual chairman, Imogene Grist and her committed, will be in charge, hope to see I you all then. I Ethel Bruce, child care chairman and her committee, was in charge of the evening and they served very delicious refreshments. Don't forget our rummage sale. If you have anything please call me at McHenry 866 or Marge Fernstrom at McHenry 2191-R. Olga Johnson Publicity Chairman. ALIEN REGISTRATION Robert H. Robinson, district director of the Immigration and Naturalization Service, said that aliens in the Chicago district have only two more days in which to comply with the federal law requiring aliens • to report their address to the government during January of each year. Say the things YOU want to say...with McHenn &NS! YOU DOPE DIDN'T I TELL YOU TO NOTICE WHEN MY SOUP BOIUED OVER? EXACTLY FOUR McHENRY READY-MIX ARE AWARE OF THE FACT THEIR CUSTOMERS WANT THE BEST VALUES R?R THEIR MONEY- SO THAT5 EXACTLY WHAT THEY 6IVE YOU. Valentines^." 't SATURD FEB.14 AY Select yours NOW at Mc • Tcn-L.H ENRY 920 -pvfyu uA GRAYSLAKE • £JV7KGP>R/S£ Q2CXD McHENRY B0LGERS itrug Store 103 S. 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