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Thursday, July 29, 1965 THE McHENRY PLAINDEALER MCHENRY SHORES BERNICB WILSON S85-4S80 VACATIONERS RETURN FROM DOOR COUNTY The Ser\ior Versteges and the Burgstallers spent two weeks in Ellison Bay, Wis., fishing and having fun. The boys caught their share of rock and black bass at various lakes. A visit to Washington Island, Aqualand and Ephraim was enjoyed. At Ephraim they all went to see a program 'Christmas in July. A . fish boil was relished at Sisters Bay. On the way out and back they stopped at Green Bay to see our former neighbors,, the Poggansees, who have a motel in Green Bay and send their regards to all in. the Shores and said they would be happy to see us if we are in Wisconsin. Some of the fish that the boys were bringing back were shared with the Poggansees one evening. > ing, water filled balloon and human wheelbarrow contests. It was good to see everyone having fun, maybee we should do it more often. Happy Birthday Greetings To: Walter Wilson on July 31, Craig Barrows, Mark Mieritz and Randall Wick on August 1, Mark will be 5 years old, James 'Jimmy' Geds, Albert Liss, and Jack Verstege on the 2nd, A wonderful day to all. Sympathy To Korczyk Family Friends and neighbors were saddened by the news that Lawrence Korczyk, 80, of 3008 Kinley boulevard had passed away Friday the 16th in Resurrection hospital in Chicago. Mr. Korczyk had resided in the Shores for ten years and is survived by his widow,. Stephanie .three sons, Joseph of Tennessee, George of Lombard and Lawrence, Jr., of Glenview, also seven grandchildren. Burial was on Monday in Chapel Hill Gardens West following services in Lombard. Our. condolences go to the family. Beach Duty On August 1 Phillip Brod is in charge of clean-up operations at the beach and his coworkers are T. Hawkins, R. Dobbrrtin, M. Denigan and J. Monoray. Brods Have Visitors Neva's brother and his wife Mr. and Mrs. Grant Lakin, drove in from Oakland, Calif., to stay with the Brods for °5 days and got caught up with all the news that had happened since they visited last year. A surprise visit from old friends, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Wilson, and their daughter from Palos Verdes, Calif., rounded out a pleasant week. Picnic A Success On Saturday morning after a bad early morning storm the picnickers were eying the skies for signs of rain but luckily the clay turned out to be very nice. Games were played by young and old alike and music by a 4 piece band was enjoyed by all. A big vote of appreciation to all who worked to make it a success, Marty Koleno, Dale Jenner, Bob Harper, Ray Pogor and the girls who worked in the 'Chuck Wagon' all afternoon making sandwiches tor the hungry mob, Dorothy Koleno, Barb Pogor and Roberta Mieritz, Terry and Willis Coates purchased the prizes for the games and Audrey Whitney who was in charge of the game. Hope I haven't forgotten anyone as there were so many involved in the project we could almost list everyone in the Shores. Ray Pogor got up early Sat-, urday morning and got the plywood for the comfort stations so a big round of applause to him. Some of the children who won prizes at games were Chuckie Whitney, small fry race, Billy Verstege in the 5 and 6 year old group, Dorothy Koleno in the 2 and 3 year age bracket, Christine Cicchini and Danny Koleno in the 7, 8, 9, group, bubble gum contest Elizabeth Koleno, Sack race Leon Zelvis and Mike Wetzel, Annette Cicchini in the one shoe race, Leon Zelvis in the watermelon eating contest and various grownups who participated in the egg throw- Be modern with MOEN FOR EVERY KITCHEN Unique Faucet Convenience WEBER Plumbing & Heating 2801 W. Lincoln Road 385-0855 Comings and Goings The Corcorans took off for the weekend, going to see,their son and his family in Winneconee, Wis., on Saturday. On the way home they went by way of Milwaukee to get a peak at Ing's new niece, Colleen Fitzgerald, who was born a few months ago. Roberta Mieritz took Vicki and Craig and her sister's four children into Chicago on Wednesday to the Museum of Science and Industry. On Thursday A1 and Roberta arjd the kids went to Lake Geneva" to cool off with a swim. The Pogors welcomed unexpected guests on Tuesday, Pat Ruemelin and her three children popped in for a visit. Pat is a former resident of the Shores. The Wetzels have had out of town guests. Doris's sister and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Hauck, and their youngest son, James, from Ohio have been visiting our area. One day all went to the track and a delicious dinner was enjoyed one evening in Wilmot. The Museum of Science and Industry was also given a tour during the week they were here. The Whitneys entertained the Calvin family on Tuesday. They are from Bensenville. On Thursday Mr. and Mrs. Buzinski from Norridge came in and the Senior Whitneys drove in also. On Thursday the Whitneys and the Olszewskis went to an amusement park with the children and had a ball on the rides. Julie and Sam Zeimet went to a wake in Chicago on Sunday. A good friend of 27 years passed away, William Davney, making it a sad trip. It has been reported that a large gasoline tank full of gas has been stolen from the Peters boat on the Channel so it might be a good idea to take any valuables with you when you tie up. Section Three -- Page Oni EASTWOOD MANOR Pat Borcovan--386-8812 Frieda Durkin--385-5072 MARY COUGHLIN RECOVERING FROM CRASH INJURIES Ed Olbinski Home After Surgery Ed Olbinski underwent surgery at the McHenry hospital on the 17th and returned home on Wednesday feeling real good. He will have to take it easy for a couple more weeks but in this hot weather that will be a pleasure. Hope he Sincere wishes for a speedy recovery are extended to John Coughlin's mother, Mrs. Mary Coughlin, who was injured seriously in an automobile accident on Sunday evening, July 18. Mrs. Couglin had been visiting at the. Coughlin home for about a week intending to leave last Thursday but decided vto stay and see the Fiesta Day parade and drum corps show. She is in a cast frqm hip to toe. And you can be sure a little card of cheer would be a big help. Faith Presbyterian . Church Sunday, Aug. 1, Rev. Mclntyre is planning a sermon entitled Christmas In August. On Aug. 4 the board of deacons will meet at 8 p.m. E.M.P.O.A. The July meeting of E.M.P. O.A. was held Friday, July 16, at the barn with eleven persons attending. The back stop for the ball diamond was continues to improve and will soon be well enough to go to work. . Homing Pigeon Found Jack Flint and Kurt Pogor found a banded pigeon with a broken wing and Barb took it in to the Vets for first aid. It is now at the Flint house and will be unable to fly for about 10 days, if you know anyone who has lost a bird call me or the Flints. Barbara Pogor has a white plate left over from the bake sale, is it yours? See you next week in the meantime try to keep cool. discussed, the pipes had been purchased some time ago, now they need volunteers to help put it in. If you are willing to help please give Fred Woodbury a call. Plans for the annual picnic were tossed around it was decided to hold it on the same Sunday as in previous years. That is the Sunday following Labor Day so keep that date open because this is an event that has always brought a lot of fun. Again a buggy andbike parade is in the plans for the day. So get busy with your ideas and you boys and girls start saving for that crepe paper and decorations. Christening Don and Carole Roths were Godparents for their newest nephew, Douglas John Mondt, on July 18 in Chariton, Iowa. They left the Thursday before and drove to Bode, Iowa, where they picked up two of their children who had spent a couple of weeks with Grandma and Grandpa. The Dells was where the Fred Woodbury family spent their week vacationing. They stayed at a motel, and saw the water show, the little western town, took a helicopter ride, and did lots of swimming. Pam says the nicest part of the whole week was that she didn't cook a single meal and that is the way to enjoy a trip. Way l7p There 300 miles to be exact that is where three families from the Manor went last week. Lac Du Flambeau was the name of the closest town to the log cabins that were rented by Marge and Harry Brodin, Charlotte and Elmer Urban, and Carolyn and Gib Congdon WATER SOFTENER SERVICE SAME DAY SERVICE OX MOST MAKES & MODELS • Service • Rebuilding • Repair • Cleaning Out • Overhauling # Installation • Reconditioning • Removal ALL WORK GUARANTEED WATER SOFTENER SALES NEW -- USED -- REBUILT 385-5566 J(„L WATER SOFTENER SERVICE/SALES OlenO McHenry, Illinois ill! lllil «•!|iii i•! i! Switzercraft boat courtesy Mark's Marina Center If you can't drive in CRUISE IN You'll enjoy the convenience of our modern drive-in window. Although we don't really have a marina, you're welcome to handle transactions from the flying bridge of your boat (we'll pretend not to see the trailer.) Automobiles and motorcycles also welcome. Drive-in window open daily 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed Wednesday. HENRY SAVING D LOAN ASSOCIATION Her: Federal Savins and Leas Insurance Corporatloi 3611 W. Elm Street/ McHenry / 385- 3000 and all their children. Another family the Kirby Kellners from McHenry also went with them. Most of the time was spent fishing. On Friday evening the girls cleaned and cooked fifty fish that were caught by their spouses. The children enjoyed the Indian Pow Wow where they saw the skinning and roasting of a deer. Another delight to the children was the trip to what is called the Dumps to see the bears. With all the Scout camps in that area the garbage is dumped in one big hole and in the evening the bears come to eat. Charlotte Urban's mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kauffman, were staying at a resort nearby and stopped to see them one day. They came back exhausted but wish they could do it again. Installed A big group of friends from the Manor were at the American Legion on Saturday, July 17, for the installation of pew officers. Installed as Commander was A1 Bianchi. Finance officer Bob Dethlefson, Adjutant Glen Messer and Sergeant- At-Arms Francis Pickett. Out-going president of the auxiliary was Lydia Fenner. Others enjoying the dancing and singing and having a good time were Pam »nd Fred Woodbury, and Past commander Tim McCormack and wife, Lois, Tom and Helen Birmingham and Pat and Elmer Borcovan. Belated Birthdays Late birthday wishes are sent to Goran Engstrom who had a birthday on July 23 along with Lynnda Stuart who was 17 years old. On July 24 Larry Sale was 13, Kenneth Durkin was 6 on July 25. George Negar celebrated on July 26 and on the same day Brian Rohrer was nine. On July 27 Bonnie Sobacki was also nine. Hope all of you had an especially nice day. Anniversary dates for last week were Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Rehberg on July 22 and Mr. I How Can I ? 1 by Anne Ashley Q. What is a good formula for frosting a window? A. Soften putty with a few drops of linseed oil, and dab this over the outside of the window pane. This will dry into a nice frosting in a day or so, whereupon another coat may be applied. This frosting is more or less permanent and weatherproof, and can safely be washed. However, you can "defrost" it any time with concentrated ammonia. Q. How can I mix starch for use on dark materials? A. Mix the starrh with cold tea. A substitute for'starch to be used on black or dark blue materials, is to dissolve one teaspoon' of gelatin in a quart of water. Q. How. can I keep ,potatoes; from 'sprouting in their bin? A. By- placing a few apples among the potatoes. Q. What is really the distinction between "pressing'" and Mrs. Mathew Mersch on July 26. Congratulations. Coming Birthdays Edith Hagerup, Janice Kohl and seven year old Gregory Haldeman on "July 29. On July 30 Kevin Mersch will have eight candles on his cake. On Aug. 1. Emily will sing to Jack Smithson. A,ug. 2 is the natal day for Lew Kellogg, Clyde 'Butch" Tippet t and Kennth Kohl. Aug. 3 is shared by Winnie Hansen and Martha Peterson. Wedding Anniversaries Aug. 1, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Brodin and August 2 Mr. and Mrs. Harry Durkin. It's been nice talking to you this week. Se you next week with, I hope, more news of vacations and parties or anything you would like to talk about. Don't let this hot weather get you down, I need your help. and "ironing"? A. When pressing, you place your iron on the fabric, lift it, and place on the fabric again. When ironing, you push the iron back and forth. Pressing is used for all fabrics, ironing only for washable fabrics, also for smoothing out wrinkles and shaping a garment. Q. How can I prevent ice crystals from forming on top of my ice cream when I make it in my refrigerator? A. Wrap your tray in waxed paper as soon as the ice cream is frozen, and lower the temperature control. Beating the ice cream thoroughly several times while it is freezing gives it a finer texture, t oo, Q: How can I remove spots from a pair of white kid gloves? A. Ordinary cuticle remover is a good cleansing agent. Just moisten a cloth with it and rub the soiled spots with it. Q. Is there any way I can eliminate rthe rather unpleasant odor created while I am cooking cabbage, onions, or other such vegetables? A Yes, While cooking, set a small pan containing vinegar and cloves on the stove, and allow to simmer. Its spicy aroma counteracts the cooking odors. Q. How can I brighten up some of my rugs? A. Wring a cloth out of water, to which a cupful of vinegar and a half-teaspoon of amonia have been added, and go over your rug with this. It' will usually bring out the colors beautifully. Q. How can I minimize the dripping of candles? A. If you'll place your candles in the refrigerator for a couple of days prior to using, they'll burn twice as long and will have a minimum of dripping. Q. How can I remove paper that has stuck to the polished surface of furniture? A. Soften it with olive oil, then rub gently over this with a cloth. Q. How can I clean chrome? A. One simple inexpensive, and effective method is by using baking soda on1 a dry cloth, or kerosene on a damp one. GRAIN SHIPMENTS Amount' of grain shipped by vessels from Chicago to foreign and domestic ports has increased tremendously during the current. season, according to Robert M. Schneider, director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. A total of 35,116,000 bushels of various in June. This figure, comgrains were loaded and shipped pared with 20,762,000 bushels moved during the same period one year ago, is a percentage increase of 69.4. To be noticed, be different. Who would notice the Tower of Pisa, if it were straight?? i&mrr . Radiator T90Sf Repair Service Brake Service All Mechanical Repairs Complete Motor Overhauling Towing Service For Expert Car Care Come to . . . BUTCH'S Auto Service 1002 N. 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