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Thursday. January 21.1965 THE McHENHY PLJUNDEALEH Tales I. FORTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of January 22, 1925) Another business change took place here last Saturday morning when Wm. H. Al- . thoff took over the hardware business which had been conducted in the N. J. Justen block on Main street by Chas. J. Reihansperger. Mr. Reihansperger, who tfius retires from the hardware business, will hereafter be associated with his father-in-law, Simon Stoffel, in the insurance business. Mr. Althoff will retain the service of Earl Walsh, who has been a faithful employee of the store for sometime past. The Hanly estate property located just south of the Mc- Henry city limits, on the Mc- Henry-Grystal Lake road, has passed from the ownership of the heirs to that of Robert J. Cummings and Joseph floff, Chicago realtors. The big deal involves about 750 acres of -land. ' McHenry Heights is the name that has already been chosen for the new subdivision. The tract of. land which has just changed ownership has been owned by the Hanlys since 1837. In 1870 the elder Hanly built the McHenry brick mill now owned and operated by William Spencer. The brick used in the construction of the mill, as well as the old Hanly home, were manufactured right on the property and for awhile brick manufacturing was carried on quite extensively. The Young Ladies sodality of St. Patrick's church will sponsor a high class play at St. Patrick's hall. This play is given by a New York cast of players and is entitled "Every Day". It is a comedy drama. Mrs. J. Thies, assisted by her daughter, Mrs. A. Gausden, very pleasantly entertained the neighborhood ladies at a 1 o'clock dinner at her home on Maple avenue. The American Express office at the Northwestern depot in this city was entered sometime during Sunday night, the thieves getting away with three Atwater Kent radios belonging to John R. Knox, the local agent. Simon Stoffel of this city, who is ever on the alert when it comes to looking after welfare of our citizens and who has taken more than ordinary interest in the transportation of the men from this city and community who are now employed at the Terra Cotta factory, has received a letter from the superintendent, thanking him for the attention and assistance he has given toward the transportation of the McHenry employees of this company. during last winter and this winter. There are seventyfive McHenry men employed there who travel by bus. TWEN'^Y^FiyE YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of January 18, 1940) Rolland Roth of Chicago narrowly escaped death by electrocution Tuesday afternocm-while aiding in the installation jof a new stoker at the American Terra Cotta company. Local residents shivered fast and furious this morning when they awoke to gaze on thermometers which officially read twenty-three dgrees below zero. Tony J. Wirtz attended the style show in Chicago of the National-" Clothiers convention at the LaSalle hotel, where fashions were shown for spring, summer and fall. Miss Bernice Peterson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Peterson of McHenry, arid Mr! Roy Schaefer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ben J. Schaefer of Johnsburg, were united in marriage the morning of Jan. 17, with Rev. William O'- Rourke officiating. Workers defy cold weather to add finishing touches to the $127,000 dam south of McHenry as it is nearing competion these winter days. The new dam was constructed to the height of the old flash boards, and includes an elaborate flood gate system to control the river flow in the event of high water. Our high school basketball team beat St. Mary's of Woodstock 43 to 32 on Tuesday evening of this week in our home gym. Harry Mueller entertained a group of boys ajid girls at his home in the Stenger subdivision in honor of hist, eleventh birthday. William Whiston, 56 years old/ a retired farmer and lifelong resident of McHenry county, died at his home in Richmond. « TEN YEARS AGO , (Taken from the files of January 20, 1955) The first traffic death of the year in McHenry county occurred early last Thursday morning, taking the life of Selmar (Cy) Thoreson of Front street, who was killed instantly in the crash which occurred on a curve on Rt. 31, a mile north of Ringwood. P. W. Seyl of Country Club Drive, McHenry, treasurer of Wilson & Co., Inc., has retired after more than thirty-six years of service with the Chicago meat packing firm. Mr. and Tilrs. Lawrence J. Huck, Jr., are the parents of a son, Lawrence J. Huck, III, born at Memorial hospital, Woodstock. On Friday night, McHenry Warriors lost a close basketball game to Zion-Benton, a game very interesting all the way to the end with a score of 78-77. Sf&irhe McHenry Country club's Twit foursome of golfers to open the season on New Year's Day are Bill Bacon, Frank Rourke, Julius Goffo, the home pro, and little Johnnie Rourke.- They used snow for tees and flourescent golf balls. McHenry Lumber company, dealers in building supplies, has been given an honor roll award by Jo|inls-Manville, na- INSTRUCTED ON * *" FILING PERIOD Taxpayers are receiving notices through^the mail that the 1965 filing period is under way, and time to file 1964 Federal income tax returns. The notices come in packages with 1040 or, 1040A forms, instructions and schedules. Director E. C. Coyle, Jr., of the Chicago District, pointed out that although the 1964 Revenue Act made many changes the basic filing requirements remain the same. Every citizen or resident of the United States - whether an adult or minor - who had $600 or more gross income in 1964 is required to file a return. For taxpayers 65 or over a return is*hot required unless gross Jntional manufacturers of building materials. Johns-Manvijle stated that the award in the. form of a certificate, is given to selected firms throughout the country in recognition of their contribution to better housing in their home communities.. ^ A Wonder Lake couple probably saved a large farm home on Rt. 120 from burning to the ground. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Howorka, Jr., were driving toward Woodstock when they saw flames emerging from the roof of the Clyde Clark residence at Highland Shores intersection. Mr. and Mrs. William Pictor and sons moved from Huemann's subdivision to their new home in Cooney Heights. UF Auto Insurance Cancelled? NO ONE REFUSED -- ANY AGE Reasonable Rates Financial Responsibility Filings Stay out of "Pool Insurance" and have Full Coverage TEENAGE INSURANCE -- Full Coverage JAN-MAR INSURANCE 385*7667 £ BEAUTIFY bath c Decorate your Bath with a Fresh New Color. We Will Custom Mix Any Shade That Suits Your Fancy At No Extra Charge. Enamels-Semi-Gloss or Flat Paints BATHROOM POLE SHELF SPECIAL $595 Fits conveniently out of the way over tank, has 3 roomy shelves and 2 rings for towels and all bath needs. Chrome finish. Adjusts from 7*8" to 8'2" ceilings. TOILET SEAT Reg. $4.25 JointUis, seamless «n» pta* construction -- cannot split or warp. Whit* only. Chrome plated hinges. TOILET PLUNGER S065 HEALTH WEIGH BATH SCALE %A 95 •MwllW, with eo»y« te-clean vinyl mat. Finished in oven-baked enamel. Over* - six* dial With /- ' cl.ar view lens £ „ for- *aiy read* log. Calorsi white, black •ltd pink. pH ... , ARVIN RADIANT FAN.FORCED HEATER R*g. S?2.95 SPECIAL $098 Quick, quiet heat--no flame, no fumes. Twin reflectors. Automatic temperature thermostat, 30 to 120 degree range. Tomper.proof grille. 1320 watts. Delivers 4503 ITU. RUBBEMAID immm Safti-Grip 18"x30" Mat Asst'd. Colors $3.98 Value Bath Mat $049 VANITY BASKET 150 NOW RUBBERMAID RUBBERMAID HAMPERS EKCO TISSUE TOILET BOWL TOWEL BARS, HOLDERS BRUSH SET White, Pink SOAP DISHES, Reg. $2.00 Reg. $3.98 or Black & Accessories Now | Now $2^8 from *135 «J00 Io »|9S VYCITAL'S Hardware 1228 N. Green Street PHONE 385-0098 qome was at least $1,2005 Millions of taxpayers for the first time will receive Form 1040 with their name and address pre-stamped on the face of the first copy of the form. Mr. Coyle urged taxpayers who received them to use the pre-addressed, identified form for filing purposes, making correction in the label if necessary. This will help assure correct crediting to the taxpayer's account and will facilitate processing of tax returns, including issuance of refunds. Returns should be filed as soon as possible, but not later than April 15. Taxpayers of the twenty-six counties of northern Elinois should file their returns with the District Director of Internal Revenue, 17 N. Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Mr. Coyle urges you to get your information and records together and file as soon as you can. You are encouraged to prepare your own return. The Internal Revenue Service has helped ease your probfem by preparing the instructional material, provided with the tax forms, that is easy to read and understand. Various government publications, notably the tax guides, will be available at all local Internal Revenue offices. The 1965 addition of "Your Federal Income Tax" has been enlarged from 144 to 160 pages to permit a complete explanation of the 1964 Revenue Act as it applies to individuals. Copies may be purchased at Internal Revenue office. Telephone service will be maintained through April 15. As in past years, a staff of experts will be assigned to provide tax information and advice. For a quick and correct answer to your tax question call State 2-1060. The service is individual, free from interruption and should prove helpful in the preparation of your return. In the area outside of Chicago there are sixteen branch offices where taxpayers may call for advice and infonhation. Make note of the address and telephone number of the office most conveniently located, for your purposes. AURORA, 316 North Lake Street, TW 7-9273. DES PLAINES, 1381 Prairie Avenue, 824-5131. ELGIN, 164 DuPage Street, SH 1-9360. EVANSTON, 534 Main Street, UN 9-1040. FREEPORT, Federal Building, N. Chicago & Exchange Streets, 232-4154. ' HARVEY, 15325 S. Page Avenue, 339-2441. JOLIET, 201 N. Ottawa Street, 727-5211. KANKAKEE, 475 E. Court Street, WE 2-1022. KEWANEE, 302 W. 2nd Street, KE 2109. OTTAWA, 130 E. Madison Street^ 433-1894. ROCKFORD, 1111 E. State Street, 968-0259. ROCK ISLAND, 211-19th Street, 794-9746. STERLING, 212 - 3rd Avenue, MA 5-1040. WAUKEGAN, 325 Washington Street, ON 2-5355. WHEATON, 211 E. Illinois Street 665-0295. WOODSTOCK, 11919 Lake Street, 338-0943. SHOP IN McHENRY GOODWILL PICK-UP •V rj Friday, Jan. 22, will be Goodk will Day in McHenry, when the Goodwill Industries truck will collect repairable clothing and household discards for rehabilitation of handicapped people^ according to the local representative, Mildred Miller. For pickup arrangements, bags, programs arid information about Goodwill Industries, call 385-6173. . St. Helena, south Atlantic, rises 2% miles through the sea, and extends a half-mile above the sea, at the highest spot. This island was home of Napoleon from 1815 to 1821. DISCOUNT Come in and check our price tags, then take 25% off the regular price of any item except the items marked "Sale" or Bargain Basement merchandise until Jan. 31st. Largest Stock of Furniture in Northern Illinois MARTIN'S Hi-Way Furniture City 14 at 47. Woodstock 338-0404 Hours: Tues. - Fri., 9-9 -- M., W., Th., S., 9-5:80 "A / A PENNY SAVED is a PENNY EARNED" BEN FRANKLIN THRIFT WEEK kv IVHlf mnwsxy'g JANUARY 17-23 AND LOAN ASSOCIATION 3611 WEST ELM STREET • MsHiNRY, ILLINOIS • 3 fi.