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Asked 0/ Montini Primary Students hat Christmas Means To McHenrv Parents of small children may be the only ones who have noticed, but shopping for the youngsters, like the old gray mare, "ain't what it used to be". If you work in a newspaper office you can tell by the tone of their letters to Santa, which now arrive daily. First of all, they become more serious each year, and secondly, they are more and more catalog-oriented. Those who watch the wishing books in use say that by this time interest has peaked. Some catalogs have become thumb- worn and tattered, and having served their purpose have been gathered up in shreds and relegated to the garbage bag. With ultra gift books cir­ culating for Moms and Dads, it was only a matter of time when the super catalog for discerning youngsters (and incidentally, the very rich) should make its appearance. And so it has! We're not thinking just of elaborate pool tables and electronic toys we've seen advertised for something in the neighborhood of a modest $30 or $40. Instead, we have in mind doll houses, for instance - at least 7 rooms and electricity throughout, selling for close to $200 -- unfurnished. Another $100 would do just that. No one mentioned the mortgage, but that's something for Dad to figure out with the rest of the Christmas bills. We understand the more (Continued on page 17) 1 With the city election only a few months away, the City Council of McHenry passed and approved a new ward and corporate boundary ordinance Monday night to include property annexed to the city. No drastic changes were made in wards. A new map will be prepared and reduced in size Abandon Plan To Establish Park District At the Tuesday noon meeting of the Chamber of Commerce board, it was disclosed that plans to hold a referendum for establishment of a park district has been abandoned for the present. Donations made by organizations are being returned. The C of C disclosed the necessity for finding a storage garage to hold the Christmas decorations. The city garage is too full to accommodate the needs of these display items. (Continued on page 9) CHARLIE BROWN, I HOPE VOlWE GOT AW PRESENTED KNOW THERE ARE ONLY 3 THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CHA IN-O-LAKE S REGION SINCE 1875 VOLUME 97 NUMBER 42 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1972 18 PAGES TEN CENTS * New Programs Involve School District 15 At Tuesday evening's meeting of the board of High School District 156, Supt. Richard Swantz was en­ thusiastic in reporting on three new programs, two now in progress and a third in the offing. Mr. Swantz has been involved in the planning stages of what he described as "an exciting program" being developed through the County College, called Project Break-Away. It is designed to help drop-out students over 15 years of age to obtain their high school diploma from their own high school through course work at the college level. Classes are held in Woodstock. The second undertaking is a pilot resource program in­ volving a youth officer from the McHenry Police department. During the week of Dec. 18, East and West campuses, in cooperation with the local police, began to participate in an experimental police-school- community public relations program. Officer Bob Zujewski is spending about two hours a day, two days a week in the buildings. His function is to promote a better image and un­ derstanding of the law en­ forcement officer and how he can be an aid to students, parents, school and com­ munity. He is available as a resource person for discussion of student and police rights, for "rap" sessions, personal problems and other matters relevant to youth today. (Continued on page 17) McHenry Churches Plan Christmas Week Rites McHenry area churches are making plans for special services to be held on Christ­ mas. ST. MARY CATHOLIC A Christmas eve carol ser­ vice at 11:15 will precede the concelebrated Mass in the St. Mary's church at midnight. At the same time there will be a low Mass in Mary chapel. Christmas day Masses will be at 6:30, 8, 9:30, 10:45 and noon in the church and at 9:45 and 11 in the chapel. Confessions are being heard daily after the 8 a.m. Mass, also Friday from 4 to 5 and 7 to 8 and Saturday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 8. ZION LUTHERAN A candlelight worship service will be offered at 11:30 Sunday, Dec. 24, at Zion Lutheran church. The Christmas day and New Year's day worship rite will be at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday, Dec. 24, the Sunday School children will celebrate the Lord's birth. Those with last names K through Z will celebrate at 4 p.m. and those with names A through J at 6 p.m. FIRST UNITED METHODIST Services will be held at the regular hours on Sunday morning, Dec. 24, 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. The pastor, Raymond L. White, will speak on the subject, "Star of Won­ der." Christmas eve services will be at 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. The subject chosen by the Rev. White will' be "Joy To the World." On Thursday and Friday, Dec. 21 and 22, the youth of the church will have a live nativity scene in front of the church, as their message of "Peace on Earth and Good Will Toward Men" for the community. FAITH PRESBYTERIAN Faith Presbyterian church of McHenrv will present an original Christmas play by the Faith players to be given Christmas eve at 7 p.m. All friends, neighbors and relatives are invited to par­ ticipate in this program which is entitled, "Rascal's Gift". It provides a thought - "Even the poorest among us have something to give." The Faith players have rehearsed for the past five weeks under the direction of Mrs. Lori Taylor and Mrs. David Fulton. A nursery will be provided for children under three. (Continued on page 9) SCOTT TRUCKENBROD Third grade "It's a day of love and we go to my Grandma's house in Mendota". WENDY WALLER Third grade "It's the birthday of Jesus and it means that Grandma comes from California to stay at our house". CHARLES WEGENER Third grade "It's a day of giving and receiving love. My grand­ parents come to our house for a party, too". GINA GILPIN Second grade "It's a day when people give presents and care about each other. My uncle and Grandma come Christmas Eve to open presents". PATRICK ZIEBEL First grade "That's when Santa Claus gives us toys and we eat turkey". JANA WILLIAMS First grade "It's the day Jesus was born and we get gifts". City Approves New Ward, Corporate Boundary Order PEGGY COUGHLIN RAYMOND PASCARELLA First grade Second grade "We go to Mass and see Baby "That's the day Santa brings Jesus. We invite people over to us toys and we go to my aunt our house for a party, too". and uncle's house". STAFF PHOTOS/WAYNE GAYLORD for publication before election time. The Council voted to engage Wight Consulting Engineers, Inc. of Barrington to prepare a new zoning map which will identify lots and blocks to avoid confusion. The base map will then be used in making other maps used in the citv. Hester Oil Co. was the only bidder on furnishing gasoline. Approval was given to the bid of 18.3 cents per gallon for regular gas, and 20.3 cents for premium. State Motor Fuel Tax will be added to the cost, the amount being 7.5 cents per gallon. The city is exempt from (Continued on page 9) Vandalism, Burglary Under Investigation Tuesday night, deputies investigated two reports of alleged shooting at automobiles in an area east of the old bridge. Anthony Bellacero of 2120 Orchard Beach drive, McHenry, told officers that while driving south on Lincoln road, near Woodland drive, the right window of his auto was shattered apparently by use of an air rifle. The projectile could not be found inside the auto. The incident took place about 6:45. About 8 o'clock that same evening, Frank Hegner of 922 Valley road, McHenry, reported that while north­ bound on Lincoln road, near Mary lane, the rear window of his auto was hit. Examination revealed a small fracture in the rear window which did not penetrate the glass. It was believed the object may have been from a BB gun. Dorothy Dolbinger of 3206 Bergman, McHenry, returned home from work last Sunday afternoon to find that her home had been burglarized. Taken from the home was a 23-inch color television console. Evidence indicated the set may have been loaded into a vehicle parked in the driveway. Nothing else in the house ap­ peared to have been disturbed. 45-Year Practice Ends In Death Of Dr. DA. Hop fear Dr. Daniel A. Hopfear of 1714 N. Riverside drive, McHenry, an osteopathic physician in Chicago and McHenry for a period covering forty-five years, died Tuesday, Dec. 19, in the Highland Nursing home, Genoa City, Wis. He was 73 years old. Dr. Hopfear had an office in (Continued on page 9) McGEE'S STORE FOR MEN Recognize Two Stores For Holiday Displays Green Street Most Original STAFF PHOTOS/WAYNE GAYLORD LAVERNE'S TOWN AND COUNTRY Riverside Drive Most Colorful