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PAGE 4-PLAINDEALER-FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1972 Grandma Scz ••• ME. AND MRS. CRAIG PIERCE MARRIED - The First Presbyterian church, Woodstock, was the setting for the Nov. 4 wedding of Diane L. Voight and Craig Pierce. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Voight of 2702 W. Kama, McHenry, and her bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ted Pierce of Woodstock. The young people are now residing in Woodstock. DeWANE STUDIO PHOTO Illinois Legal Research Head, PWP Speaker Ted Downey, a member of the American Society For Divorced Men and legal research chairman for the State of Illinois, will be guest speaker Friday, Dec. 22 at the general meeting of Parents Without Partners, Crystal Lake Chapter 189. He will express his views on custody cases. The meeting will start at 8:30 p.nfc in the Yacht club room at the Crystal Bowl, Rtes 31 and 176, Crystal Lake. First timers should come at 8 for newcomers' orientation. Future activities planned for the chapter include Bowling, Amigos, Let's Eat Out, and a New Year's Eve party. Anyone interested in P.W.P. may obtain information by writing P.O. Box 165, Crystal Lake. To be eligible for mem­ bership in Parents Without Partners one must be a single parent with one or more living children and be single by reason of death, divorce or DRESS UP YOUR HOUSE WITH THIS CHRISTMAS From Our Nice Se l e c t i o n O f . . . . • Fresh - Table Centerpieces • Poinsettias Plants • Corsages • Artifical Christmas Decorations Plus Free Delivery Petals and Stems flower and gift shop 3301 WEST ELM STREET "McHENRY, ILLINOIS - Located at South Side of New Bridge on the river next to Holly's. 815-385-4747 Tips For Homemaker Alan Meurer On President's List At College Alan W. Meurer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Meurer, 4814 West Prairie, McHenry, has been named to the President's list at North Central college in recognition of his scholastic achievement during the first term of the 1972-73 academic year. A 1972 graduate of McHenry West high school, Meurer was one of 106 students named to the list by Dr. Arlo L. Schilling, president of the college. To be eligible for the President's list, a student must be enrolled for at least 2.5 course units during the term and earn a grade point average of at least 3.700 for that term or a cumulative average of 3.500. Grade points are awarded for completed course work on the basis of four for an "A", three for a "B", two for a "C", and one for a "D". separation. The Crystal Lake chapter meets the second and fourth Fridays of every month. Food and beverages, which are an important part of the holiday festivities, often leave problem stains on tablecloths and clothing. Pat Sullivan, McHenry Countv Home Economics Extension adviser, points out that you will have a better chance of successfully removing a stain when fresh, but later it may be hard to remove, and sometimes im­ possible to remove. Here are the simple steps to follow for stain removal: - First identify the stain. Determine if a stain is greasy, non-greasy or a combination of the two and if the fabric is washable or nonwashable. -Second, always test the stain remover (soap and water included) on a hidden part of the garment, such as a seam allowance, inside of a pocket, or on a facing. - Third, remove the stain using the tested technique. Make sure the remover will not damage the fabric while removing the stain. Follow a good guide such as the U.S. Department of agriculture's Home and Garden Bulletin No. 62, "Removing Stains From Fabrics." The publication is available from the McHenry County Cooperative Extension office, 11909 McConnell road, Woodstock. Miss Sullivan points out that some stain removers will not damage fibers, but may change the appearance of the treated area so that it looks as bad or worse than the original stain. A sittin' here, in me little o' rocker, comes t' mind the Christmases o' many years ago, when things were more simple, folks had more time fer th' more important things o' life, the togetherness o' family livin'. Seems like folks miss so much, these days, in the an­ ticipation o' preparation fer the loveliest holiday o' the entire year. Now-days, there's too much o' the manufactured Christmas. Too much to buy wi' money. The lack is in the amount o' love put inter the gifts, madewi' the hands, 'r the ones bought wi' money saved, o'er many weeks 'r months, fer someone special. Folks ha' so much to do wi' these days, they lose the real feelin' o' givin'. Many folk see the fallacy o' expensive Christmases, longin' t' git back t' the simple ways, a puttin' away o' the artificiality o' the modern celebration o' this religious holiday. These folk see the result o' young childern affected wi' havin' too much, an' expectin' more 'n any small child needs t' make 'em happy. I've seen younguns b'wildered wi' too many toys. Love ain't shown that way. The tendency t' o'erspend's been encouraged wi' the in­ flated pay-checks. It don't need t' take so much fer the average family t' live in comfort. This economy 's snowballed t' the extent that there ain't no goin' For example, stain removers may cause dyes to fade or bleed, the treated fabric may shrink or stretch, or it may lose its luster or non-permanent finish. Satins, crepes, silk and rayon moire and velvets present special problems. Sometimes it may be necessary to finish removing stains at the drycleaners. If so, to avoid additional damage, remember to tell the drycleaning personnel what the stain is, what the fabric is, and what stain removal methods you have used. JUANITA KAY REPTA ANNOUNCE ENGAGEMENT - Edward Repta of 4514 W. Shore drive, McHenry, announces the engagement of his daughter, Juanita Kay, to Philip Bettendorf, son of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Bettendorf of Muskegon, Mich. Both young people will graduate from Northwestern university in June. A June 30, 1973, date has been set for the wedding in the First United Methodist church of McHenry. mnm HARM'S HELPS WITH YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFTING • HOLIDAY FRUIT BASKETS Filled With: •WASHINGTON STATE RED AND GOLD DELICIOUS APPLES •INDIAN RIVER PINK SEEDLESS GRAPEFRUIT •CALIFORNIA NAVEL ORANGES •CHIQUITA BANANAS •POMEGRANITE •PLUS NUTS, GRAPES, PINEAPPLES back, it seems. Most folks complain, e'en though they have ten times more t' manage wi', than their families had when they were a rearin' 'em. There's more in this ol' world, than money, an' material things. Wouldn't it be great t' make one holiday t' show sincere reverence fer the true meanin' o' the birthday o' the One whose name has lived in the hearts o' man, fer nearly two-thousand years, who tried t' teach mankind love fer His feller-men, wi' out so much commercialism. The givin' o' gifts shows love an' desire t' demonstrate it. It's a lovely tradition. The thing. I'm a gittin' at is the materialistic way it's been exploited, t' the point where it's lost the real meanin' in many cases. Teachin' little-uns that the givin' 's more blessed than the gittin', creates the attitude o' concern fer others. The idee, planted in little minds, affects a whole personality, an' this 's what this ol' world needs, more real fellership. Me heart goes out t' all the folk in need, an' I wish I had th' means t' relieve 'em o' whatever it is they hunger for, be it food, 'r necessities, but most o' all the loneliness, an' the sadness that aches in the hearts o' so many, this Christmas Day. Those who ha' suffered the loss o' a dear one, can't find holiday happiness, but time takes care o' the hurts, an' there'll be another Christmas fer them, in the future, when they won't feel so bad, an' may find the happiness in the festive occasion once again. T' everyone who may read this earnest message, from a grandma who's seen a good many phases o' livin', in this ol' world, a sincere wish fer a truly happy holiday, an' in the real meanin'o' the greetin', A Very Merry Christmas t' all. Grandma Radtke How Can I? By Anne Ashley Q. How can I reclaim fingernail polish that has aged to a thickness and gumminess that makes it impossible to use? A. You can thin it out to a usable consistency witl) fingernail polish remover. Q. How can I deal with chocolate stains on fabrics? A. Wet the affected area, then rub a good soap powder or borax into the spot, roll the article up and lay it aside for fifteen minutes, then scrub it with a brush, or rub it vigorously between the hands. Q. How can I clean straw matting? A. Wash with a cloth dam­ pened in hot salt water, using a handful of salt to a bucket of hot - water. Wash only a small area at a time, and wipe dry at once. This also prevents the mats from yellowing. Q. How can a wood-carving hobbyist harden the wood that has been cut and sculptured into the desired shape? A. By boiling the pieces of wood in pure olive oil for eight to ten minutes. Q. How can I remedy some worn spots on an otherwise good rug? A. By mixing a package of dye color the background of your rug with enough hot water to form a thin paste, then ap­ plying this to the worn spots on the rug. Often does a good job! q. How about an easy suggestion for cleaning leather upholstery? A. Try using stale beer. Q. How can I thicken fruit or berry pies, other than the usual cornstarch or flour? A. Try using a scant tablespoonful of quick-cooking tapioca. This not only adds flavor to the pie, but absorbs excess juices. Q. How can I make sure of eradicating all perspiration odor when laundering sweaters and blouses? A. By adding a little am­ monia to the wash water. Q. How can I clean and remove spots from photographs, paintings, or prints? A. Add a few drops of am- 'C HOME FOR CHRISTMAS - All set to go home in a Christmas stocking is Timothy Hammill, shown with his mother, Mrs. Irene Hammill, Crystal Lake, at McHenry hospital. The stocking is made by Mrs. Lilah Jordan, a volunteer worker for the Woman's auxiliary. The auxiliary provides the stocking gift each year during the Christmas season for new-born babies as they head homeward. From left, Mrs. Stella Rortvet, auxiliary member who is manager of the Gift shop; Mrs. Hammill and Tim; and Mrs. Virginia West, nursery technician. (DON PEASLEY PHOTO) A* New Year's Eve Celebration OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 4" to'19" F: McHENRY* Country Club We wiir enclose a gift card and guarantee delivery. HARM'S PRODUCE 4727 W. Crystal Lake Rd. McHenry (815) 385-3074 or 385-8084 820 N. John McHenry, III. * 4000 Per Couple INCLUDES STEAK DINNER, TAX & TIP YOUR DRINKS FROM 8-2 TIARAS, HATS, NOISEMAKERS DANCING-TONY RITTACA ORCH. Tables By Reservation Only $10.00 deposit must be made PHONE: 815-385-1072 ELIZABETH JANE FREUND ENGAGEMENT TOLD - Mr. and Mrs. Jos. M. Freund of 3715 W. Freund, McHenry, announce the engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth Jane, to Kenneth J. Montrose, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Montrose of 2508 S. Kennilworth, McHenry. No wedding date has been set. Miss Freund is a 1970 graduate of McHenry high school, where her fiance received his diploma in 1965. He is presently serving in the Navy. V monia to a cupful of warm water, dip a soft cloth into this, wring it almost dry, then go carefully over the surfaces of the pictures. Q. How can I remove fingermarks from wallpaper? A. Dampen the fingermark area with some cold water, then dust on some fuller's earth, and after a few minutes brush it off. Q. What can I do when there is too much polish on my fur­ niture? A. Wring a soft cloth out in a mixture of one-fourth cup of vinegar to one-half cup of water, rub this over the fur­ niture, then dry immediately with another soft cloth. Q. What is a quick and easy way to clean soiled win- dowshades? A. Try going over them with a rough flannel cloth dipped in flour. The average man cannot comprehend things that are too complicated, and forgets quickly those that are too simple. Thousands In IIHnois Lose Sight Each Year Each year, thousands more residents of Illinois learn for the first time that they are in danger of losing their sight, according to the Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness. They are the state's latest victims of serious visual disability. One in every eight will live out his days with no effective vision. These statistics indicate the enormity and the im mediacy of the blindness problem. They reveal the tragic penalty that will be exacted, year after year, by blinding eye diseases. At the same time they provide a hopeful indication of the vast numbers who can be served through productive research. 95 percent of all blindness is the result of eye disease, the society states. In most cases the causes are unknown to medical science. These diseases will be eradicated only through scientific research. 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