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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 24 Aug 1961, p. 16

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Page Sixteen THE McHENRY PLAINDEALER Thursday, August 24, 1961 McCullom Lake LITTLE LEAGUE ALL STARS BEAT LAKELAND PARK Eve Levesque Coming from behind with a four run lead against I hem. our own little league ' All Stars "clobbered" Lakeland Park All Stars "to the tune of" 12-6 last Sunday at the Lakeland Park ball field. Billy Brennan was the starting pitcher for the local nine and allowed Ihe first four runs. In Ihe third inning, our lads started getting the "feel" of things, and began showing their strength. With the bases loaded in the bottom of the third, "hero" Jjm Frost came in to relieve Brennan who was sufferin nual dinner and dance, Saturday, Sept. 9, at the Polish Camp barn. The dinner includes all the ribs, chicken and trimmings you cafi eat for a nominal sum with another admission donation for the dance. You may attend one or the other--or BOTH if you so desire. Tickets are available from any of the members, or mail your reservations to Sportsmen's Club--4619 W. Lake Shore Drive, McHenry. Notes from the Village Board The village board expected complaints aplenty at the last meeting when so many spectators were on hand but they were just demonstrating their interest in local government, and it was gratifying to oui officials. Let'.^ keep the beachfrom a cut hand. Brennan took i 'lous<? packed. over third base'and did a fine : ^oa,(' Commissioner Ait job for the rest ojT the game. Stuhlfeiei reported that the Our lads oickot1. up four runs in the fourth to make the score road committee is waiting for a survey from the state assis- 5-4 still in L. P.'s fa \or. In the ,ant engineer on the work done fifth inning, bothy sides scored | on P'i rk View. He also stated and when the tally was run up. that, cornP'aints the state the score was now 7-6 in our will not be honored unless first favor. It was not until the last ' presented to the village board, inning, that our bovs rallied ! Trustee Bill Creutz suggestwith five more runs, clinching er' copies, of the McHenry the name for McCullom Lake. • £"°unty building and zoning oi • There was hu-e crowd of dinances (rev-> be ordered for spectators cheering for both i each trustee to compare with teams and vou wouldn't find 1 °U1'S- fr" possible revisions. Local septic systems are becoming a problem. A cehtral sewage disposal system is a "must" and plans are afoot to have an expert on the matter more excitement at a major league game! Not being much of a sports reporler. we won't try for ;• "play by p'-'y" desi i>pi ion. bu there is no doubt that every j Prosont >n the near future to one of those yoiin,T fellows - ! f^'scl'ss the idea and present a was a hero. Both teams were P'anout to win' and it was a mighty Police commissioner Art Nelfine contest. We made spc'i.'il 'son read the names of three mention of both of our pitchers mpn w'ho -were recommender because of the pressure that "i*- '^hief Bill Reid for active on 1 his po^iiinn throughout the ;,nr' inactive reservists on the entire "ame. i f°'*ce. Either Floyd McClain :>r McCullom Lake was rcpre- ! ^^d Brendle will be selected to sented by (and we iryludc 1 "1C vacancy and Larly I hose bnvs from West Shore I ^'"""'-V was accepted for inbeach who are regular mem- active reservist. He will be hers * Mike Swedo. Mark Han- (called on for special duty only, sen. A1 Spencer. brothers Mark , The next meeting will 1*? and Pat Camasta. Bill Brer.- ! held on Monday. Aug. 28. a« nan. Jack Granath. Jim Frost. I ^ p.m. 'n beachhouse anf' Mike Schmitt. Pete Schaefcr. j everyone is cordially invited to Rocer Johnson. and Derek attend. Egerstaffcr. "Benrhed" but IV Your Brakes Instead of the <»as Pedal! Complaints have been registered lhat too many drivers are using Park View, Fountain Lane, and Eastwood Drives for speed ramps! Ease up on the "petrol pedal" or tickets wil1 be issued. Rluo Ribbon for King Pigeons Don Osteiby received a blue ribbon at ihe F.F.A. fair in Belvidere recently, for a pair of King pigeons which he submitted. Don has owned and cared for them about one year, after purchasinz them in Wiseonsin. He is truly a future farmer of America! members of the All Stars also were Gary Parks. Brad Nve. J. R. Levesque and John Bailey. LaV*"'and Park All Stars were Bill Siefert, Willy Ro.=;- koff. Mike Sullivui. r<nnr>y Pafaznik. Roy Bottnri. Ken Prazek. Billy Sullivan, A1 Kujak. Dale Woods. Denny Karaskiwicz and Frosty Vita. Honorable mention to the following fellows' who net oui and work wiih these kids night after night hut have the gratification of seeing iheir coaching "pay off": Bill Brennan who is president of our local league. Merv Sehmilt, Don Finger, Don Loreh. Gene Frost. Dave Hansen, Mr. Camasta and I>ee Mai. Take Levesque Condolences has taken nvinv verbal be;i'- To Lance Parks of West ings in his role of umpire ibu*. : Shore Beach whose sister. Mrs. hie loves it! i «nd a doeo mmy ; Velma Gundrum of Reedsbufg, to Lil Hansen who has be^n I Wis., passed away after a shoH the most faithful of scorekeep- | illness. She died in Methodist ers. and even started one gan e i hospital in Reedsburg. The de- When none of Ihe fellows had j ceased was born Sept. 5, 1901 showed yet! I in South Bend, and had lived This week just about winds j for 2.1 years at her present adup little lea»u" season f'jr j dress. She is survived by her this year, and when the iearns > hus+>and, Otto, daughters, Ruth are organized in t he sprint. i Ann and Barbara Jean, her many of ihe fine players will , mother, Mrs. Edith Parks of have gone on to Pony- league. May wood, one sister and three But lhat is life, and fortunate- other brothers besides Lance ly, more little guvs will have Services which Mr. and Mrs. come of age, and there will be Lance Parks and Lance, Jr., at new faces in the "line-up".' tended were held last Thursday Many thanks, fellows, for a ] in Reedsburg wiih interment in summer of enjoyment for Ihe the local cemetery. senior generation and a season - pitch his team to victory at Lakeland Park. The score was tied 5-5 when they left. Can't piay favorites, you know. With Ken's two homers this puts him in front as top H.R. hitter of ttye Pony league, as of Sunday's game. This is a "switcheroo". Saturday night, Dave Hansen had son, Mark, on hand to witness as he pitched 4 innings as a member of the All Star soflball team (representing Bald Knob). They were victorious over the All Star junior league by 12-7. The following day, Dave was on hand as a spectator to see son. Mark, help his own team to victory. Attend Governor's Day in Springfield Mrs. Theresa Schultz had ; special invitation to. sit on the speaker's platform during Governor's Day activities at the State fair in Springfield last Thursday. Two bus loads if local Democrats left Woodstock at 5 a.m. to make the journey «oui!iward. Mrs. Schultz was accompanied by daughter. Lynne, and neighbor, Mrs. Meta Schroeder. They reported having wonderful time. Farewell to Local Youth Master Dennis Huff do^arlep our shores in his brother - "wheels" on Aug. 1" lo oegin his studies at Sacred Heart Seminary in Geneva. III. He is to become a working brother Mr. and Mrs. Gene Huff accompanied him. Bet he will br somewhat lonesome for the first few weeks. Dennis is bos' known for his role ef "Santa Claus" during the holiday season at many local parties, an.' also visiling many youtv-t.e.-: in their homes. He ma.de a tin" one arid enjoyed his art. Lots of luck in your chosen vocation Denny. Well Rounded Family Congratulations to Lorraine and Ray Deskis of Woodstock on the birth of their son. Dal' Lee, who was born July 25 and weighed a husky 9 lbs.. 6 o/.s He joins his sister, three year old Susan Marie. Daddy Ray i. well known as one of our "eli- 'rible" bachelors when he resided in the village before tp.:- t'omance cauehl up wiih him. Proud of their new grandson are paternal grandparents. Anr and Sam Deskis of Oakland street and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Wollak of Lilymoor. The young la' was presented at the font of St. Mary's Catholic church Woodstock Aug. 1", with auni Dolores Wollak and Fran! Zankle of Woodstock a.-, i!i: godparents. A buffet supper wa. held a- 1he Deskis home here follovvin;. the ceremony. Congrats to Plainrlcaler on "Open House" This reporter, for one, has a cr^a\er appreciation of Ihe ol' home, town journal after thi wonderful reception accordce everyone who attended lb' "open house" festivities at the handsome quarters last \vee!<- 3nd. Following Ihe lour wit' excellent descriptions from Ril Moore, puneh and cookies wen served. The tour began wiih the front office and we followed the construction of one issue from start to finish. Most enlightening and gives this reporter added incentive. With a circulation of 5,000 plus, the of fun for all of you! "Tempus Fugit" tor Dance 'N' Dinner Ducats A speclacular cveniiv. Little League Footnotes Mighty hard to do, but Lorraine and Gene Frost were forced to leave a Pony league game last Sunday in which son being planned for you when the j Ken, hit two home runs <which McCuUom Lake Sporisnvn • they didn't witness) in order Cluh will hold ils seventh an- to watch younger son, Jim. IlillHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllillllllllillllllllllllllllllllllllllllllilllllli Fos? Tikat * A. and GBANDPA too..: Thwrt's nothing that gets so c!os« to a Dad as a gift of wearables. Chooss from our complete selections* Weft STORE FOR MEN' © UTS paper goes to just about every state and many foreign countries. The Plaindealer is doing its part in the progress of Mc Henry. Voyagers in Many States Elma and Earl Nelson are due back any moment after two weeks vacationing which took them to Florida and ? More details when we get the scoop. Marge Olson and kiddies - Ted and Margie departed last Fridayvi.m. for Kansas to visit the old homestead and all the relat ivies. In their absence daddy Ole and son, Tom, are "holding down the fort". Bernice Bjork and daughters, Bernice Ann and Diane April, left last week for a jaunt to Omaha. Neb., to visit with Air Force son, John, stationed there. In their absence, Whitey is "minding the store". Better Late Than Never Looking positively dreamy in blue, Betty Morris and hubby. Skeets, mafic a handsome pair as they slopped out on the town last Saturday p.m. According 1o Betty, it was a belated anniversary celebration 'the date is sometime in January! 1 lit it much enjoyed and appreciated. Nat. Da\s 'V .Matrimonial .•Milestones Belated cmv.rats to Lorraine and Gene Frost who were wed 15 years on Aug. 17. They celebrated Willi their kiddies and an out-door barbecue Ruth and Bob Smith are in line for felicitations today. Aug. 24 as they mark their twenty-' eighth wedding anniversary. . . .Birthday greetings to Harry Berry today. Aug. 24. . . Genial ••.ent Ionian Ilolge Davidson is proud of every one of his 74 vears as of Sunday. Aug. 27. . . .Karen Parkhurst turns a lovely IS on Aug. 2S. . . .It will be ~ years old for Brad Kommer on Aug. .">0. Best wishes lo all. This one should keep you busy for awhile and as a good "Skanahoovian" would say -- "Tak for idag" and we'll see you next week. FAIR AI'CTION Walworth county's best babybeef. barrows anf! fat wether lambs in, the junior division^, will be sold to Ihe highest bkir: der at public auction in thq stock pavilion at the Walworth county fair on Friday, Sept. 1^ at 3:30 p.m. The fair is held Sept. 1 2, o and 4. Another liquid that won't freeze is hot water. Eastwood Manpr FAITH CHURCH LISTS ACTIVITIES FOR COMING WEEK Edie Iverson Faith Presbyterian Chureh Neffg Sunday, Aug. 27--The pastor will preach the fourth in a series of sermons based on the teachings of the Apostles' Creed entitled "The Meaning of the Cross." Wednesday, Aug. 30--at 10 a.ml There will be a special meeting of the executive committee of the Women's Society at the home of Mrs. A. K. Duncan. Thursday, Aug. 21--at 8 p.m. The Christian Education committee will meet at the church Beginning on Sunday, Sept. 10 (the Sunday after Labor Day) the service of worship will change from 8 a.m. back to the usual Lime of 11 a.m. twenty-eighth. Little Timothy Tucker shares Aug. 29 with Pam Radner. On Aug. 30 we have Leroy Rohrer and 3 year old Patricia Barry. Aug. 31 squeezed in Bill Harner, Mildred Negar, and tv/o year old Cathy Ann Fenner. Bridge Club Klpha Philippi was hostess for the bridge club this week Marilyn Truckenbrod ran off with Ihe first prize, Pat Couglin took traveling priite and Rita Simpson booby. Parties Little Robel't Marshall Reedcr enjoyed his fourth birthday with a party of nine little children helping him celebrate with cake, ice cream, and all the trimmings. Llaine and John Rogers gave" grandmother, Mildred Olson of Crystal Lake, a birthday party with twelve guests. Attending were Farl and Fthel Zindars from Chicago, Orville and Virginia Tronsen from Wonder Lake, and Bill and Helen Scheid and their four children from Cooney Heights, also Wayne Tronsen and Merrily Liptrot. Kleven year old Barbara Kuck had two birthday parties. On Aug. 10 to help her celebrate came Susie Betke, Shirley Campbell and Beth Saynor. She received many nice gifts including a wristwatch from her parents. Then Sunday came the big surprise party with her grandparents, the Bill Kucks and the Weydes and many other relatives. They all enjoyed a big cook-out picjiic party in the back yard. Happy Birthday Wishing a happy birthday to 5 year old John Meyer who will be celebrating Aug. 26. Aug. 27 Dick Gruhn shares with 5 year old Barbara Ann Krebs. Judy Ryan will celebrate her first birthday on the Anniversaries Wishing a very happy anniversary to Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Ritter on Aug. 26. Aug. 31 belongs to both Mr. and Mrs. Donald Roewer and Mr and Mrs. Kiebs. Eenjoy yourselves. Calling All Sportsmen! Wanted: volley ball players. -Anyone interested contact A1 Bianchi or John Anderson. They have the space and equipment and especially enjoy a . good hard, game on Sundays. Hi Neighbor This lime we are visiting the Useman family who have been with us just over a month. So let's give a nicc big welcome to Howard and Pat. Howard is a milkman so finds time for his favorite sport of golfing. Pat is busy with their three little men. Dennis is the cute little 3 year old cowboy, followed by Howard Michael, age 2, and then eomes baby Chris, all of 14 months young! They aren't strangers to these parts as ihey even had their education right in this area. Accident Sunday was an uniucky thiiteenth day for Jack Rogers. Young Michael broke a window playing ball and as Jack was removing the broken glass so the kids wouldn't get hurt he cul himsell and had to have three stitches taken. Vacationers The Robert Groms spent three weeks in Manitowish Waters, Wis. Jack and Marie Dal ton just returned from p week in Kansas, City, Mo. They jetted down to attend a convention. Bob and Kevin Couglin just returned from Chicago where they were vacationing with Pat's mother, Mrs. Garaty. The children's great grandfather returned with them and enjoyed the day with the family. Visitors Spending the day with Lydia Fenner and family were Mr. and Mrs. Bruno Zgorski and Mr. and Mrs. Wagner of Chicago. The Robert Newion family enjoyed a visit ^from Bob's sister Mrs. Shields and family from Chicago and his brother, Joe Newion, from Grand Haven, Mich. Mrs. Catherine Williams will be staying with the Harry Brodins for an indefinite time. Here and There Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Noonan are attending the' funeral of 'Dorol hy's grandmother, Mrs. Pulling, in Iowa. Russell JDavis, Jr., participated in the Antioeh water show Sunday. The Association The regular meeting of Hie F.M.P.O.A. was held .Friday evening. Aug. IS, at the barn as usual. There was a vcr> good meeting with a substantial turnout. Nominations were made from the floor for new officers. If you want these nominees elected get out and sign them up right away so lhai they will be eligible for office. •A thank you v.as given lo the present officers for t lie work they did this past year. They are not eligible to hold the same office for two consecutive terms. So our gratitude to Tom Birmingham. Milt McHale, Pog Garrells, Torn Simpson, Tim .McCormack, and you hard-working board of directors. You did a splendid job All of the original survey questionaires were presented and destroyed. The book in Smith's Alinement Service ELMER SMITH. Owner "Across from Ball Park in West McHenry" 1313 No. North Drive McHenry, III. • WHEEL ALIGNMENT • WHEEL BALANCING • WHEEL BEARINGS • BRAKES AND SHOCK ABSORBERS • MINOR AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS Phone EV 5- or EV 5- -em LAMEL ELECTRIC WATER HEATING So Clean. So Safe. So Modern Haul a big 1,150 16s. of cargo. 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One electric unit heats water at the bottom of the tank, the other at the top. Thus, New Fast Electrics supply 150° water faster than any other kind. INSTALLS ANYWHERE New Fast Electric Water Heaters go anywhere you want--under the kitchen counter, in a closet or down in the basement. Electrics are not tied to a chimney by a flue. They require no long pipe runs or vents. There is no pilot to light, no flames or fuel to worry about. Fast Electric Water Heaters last longer than any other kind. You can expect service of 15 years or more from any electric water heater you buy. For complete facts on the special low rate on electric water heating call our nearest office. (J Public Service Company which they compiled all the results of the survey is now given into the hands, of the secretary for future usage and reference. Money was appropriated for the picnic committee. > After adjourning all present enjoyed free coffee and doughnuts. OBITUARIES ELLEN BLOOMQU1ST Fllen Bloomquist, 70, who had made her home for the past ten months at the Shangra- la rest home, died Sunday, Aug. 20, enroute to the hospital. She had resided most of her life in Chicago. £ The body was taken to uie George R. Justen and Son funeral home and then removed to the Laulerburg Oehler chapel in Arlington Heights for services and burial. WALTER KOBUS Services were held Tuesday in Chicago fnr Waiter Kobus of Spring Grove, who died Aue. 19 in McHenry hospital, whffe lie/had been a patient for onlj n few days. Mr. Kobus had "resided in Spring Grove for the past three years and was a retired tailor in the clothing manufacturing business. He was born May 5, 1879, in Warsaw, Poland. Funeral arrangements were made at the Peter M. Justwi funeral home, and the body removed to the Linhart chapel on Cermak road. Burial was in Elmwood cemetery, River Grove. 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