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J. Twice Told Tales Wonder Lake / _ Mary Jean Huff 728-0267 FORTY YEARSAGO (Taken from the files of July 13, 1933) More than 100 farmers irt the southeastern part of the county can now obtain free seed to replant their crops which were wiped out in the tornado of a week ago according to a statement made by W.A. Herrington, McHenry County farm adviser. McHenry, the gateway city, will be widely advertised during the next few months by means of 50,000 folders which are being put out by the McHenry Civic club. These folders which are the product of the presses of the McHenry Plaindealer will be placed in hotels, restaurants and other public places throughout Chicago and the Century of Progress and will guide tired world's fair visitors to a place of rest and quiet among the trees and along the shores of the placid Fox river or on the banks of one of the beautiful lakes in this region. ^ A pretty wedding was solemnized at St. Peter's church at Volo July 12, when Miss Evelyn Thennes and Mr. Leo Diedrich were united ir^ marriage with Fr. George L. Starck officiating. A junior choir is being organized at the Methodist church and boys and girls between the ages of 9 and 15 are invited to join. Examinations for teachers' certificate will be held in the office of the County Superin­ tendent of Schools in Wood­ stock, July 20 and 21. Fifty-three licenses to sell beer outside the corporate limits of cities and villages in the county have been granted by the license committee of the county board. TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of July 15, 1948) The relatives and host of friends of Peter J. Doherty, 86, former mayor of McHenry mourn his death which oc­ curred July 10, following a lingering illness. Appointment of John E. Lindsay, West McHenry, to a three year term on Farmers Home Administration County committee for McHenry county has been announced by George H. Reuss, state director. Mr. Lindsay succeeds Robert W. Gardner. The public is invited to the Ringwood church July 18 to get acquainted with the new pastor and his wife. Rev. and Mrs. Charles Stephens. A report was received this week in the office of Sheriff C. Bau that James K. Norton, 24, of McHenry has been missing since July 10. He was last seen driving a Chevrolet coupe near this city. Mr. and Mrs. William H. Althoff received a telegram informing them that their daughter, Mrs. Eleanor J. Waiter of Memphis, Tenn., had been selected as a finalist in the "Loveliest Mother" contest which was sponsored jointly by the Daily News and RKO Radio Pictures. Impressive "topping" ceremonies of the high tower for WILA, McHenry county's new i FM radio station, were held . this week. WILA, the county's first radio station is located on the Harold Benton farm. Financial aid for educational ; purposes will be made ; available to eligible children of • deceased World War I and II ' veterans in Illinois by the 1 Illinois Veterans commission •service officers working in • cooperation with the depart­ ment of registration and ; education ̂ TEN YEARS AGO ; (Taken from the files of July 18, • 1963) Two row boats which were ; part of the boat concession ; operated by James Hughes at • the state park near the dam ' were destroyed when struck by ; a car out of control. Vernon Block of McCullom Lake sustained a broken upper . leg and severe lacerations to both legs in a car accident on route 31. Betty Lingenfelter was in­ stalled new president of the American Legion auxiliary and Dominic Volpendesta took office as commander of the Legion post at a joint in­ stallation held Saturday evening. FLAGSTONE Walls - Walks - Patios Including Split wall 8" width Veneer Stone Natural Weathered Edge Ground Cover - All Colors Featherock Chunks - Boulders - Veneer Fox Riverstone Company RTE. 31 - SOUTH EIGIN 742-6060 Mr. and Mrs. Robert Miller are parents of a son born at the McHenry hospital July 9. Edward John Bock, CPA of McHenry has been elected a member of the American In­ stitute of Certified Public Accountants. Mr. Bock is associated with S.K. Webster, certified public accountant in DesPlaines. Policeman Jack Schoenholtz returned to duty with the city force after being bitten on the knee by a dog. The Jaycees second annual barbecue on the village green will be held Aug. 4 at the city park. Proceeds from the barbecue will be used for the community development program *>f the organization. About 300 feet of property near Landmark school will be blacktopped for use as a parking area. The program also includes widening Waukegan street in front of the school. Proclamation The bell that united our , nation, the ringing tones that spread joy and hope through the young, inexperienced colonies struggling for life, will be commemorated throughout Illinois at 1 p.m. on July 4. The Daughters of the American Revolution have requested that we participate in the "Bells on Independence Day" observance begun a decade ago by two patriots in Connecticut and now celebrated from coast to coast. Public officials, veterans' organizations and other civic, religious and labor groups will cooperate with appropriate ceremonies and observances. Tnere will be special parades, displays and programs and citizens are asked to fly their nation's flag in appreciation of the freedom won for us by the early colonists. Conscious of the need ever to keep alive the cause of freedom PAGE 5-PLAINDEALER-TUESDAY, JULY 3, 1973 Todd Draper Born On Special Day Of Celebrations The appearance of Todd Charles Draper came on a day of celebrations, his own mother's birthday and Father's Day. Young Todd weighed in at 6 lbs., 9 oz., when he was born on Sunday, June 17, at St. Ann's Hospital in Chicago. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Draper, reside in Forest Park. Proud maternal Wonder Lake grandparents are Dr. and Mrs. D.C. Sturm and paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Ed Draper, Ook I,awn. Great grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. George Sturm of MeComb, and Mrs. Clarence (Ocie) Vogler of Rock Island. The baby's mother is the former Debbie Sturm. ANNUAL FIREMEN'S DANCE If you haven't already circled the date of Saturday, July 28, in red on your calendar, do it now! The third annual firemen's dance will be held at the Johnsburg Community club on that night. Come on out and support our volunteer firemen and have yourself a rip roaring good evening of fun at the same time. and the inspiration of America, the "Messiah of Nations," I, Joseph B. Stanek, Mayor of the City of McHenry, Illinois, proclaim July 4, 1973, Bells On Independence Day and urge all Illinoisans to participate in the day's observances. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the City of McHenry, Illinois to be affixed. Signed and sealed this 27th day of June, 1973. S-Joseph B. Stanek Mayor of the City of McHenry, Illinois GREETINGS Happy Fourth of July bir­ thday greetings to Pat Stilling, Gail Williams and Sophie Dyck. On July 7, birthday greetings to George Freund. On July 8, Stevie Dermont, son of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Dermont, celebrates his sixth birthday. Happy days to you all! Scott and Kathy LaGreca celebrate their first wedding anniversary on July 8. Congratulations! COMMUNITY CALENDAR Sponsored by Woman's Club of Wonder Lake, Ann Sowers, Chairman, 653-9549 JULY 7 Talent Show under the tent, Rirfgtoood Methodist Church, 7:30 p.m. JULY 8 Chcken Bar-B-Q, under the tent, Ringwood Methodist Church, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Advance ticket sales recom­ mended; very few tickets sold at the door. JULY 9 thru JULY 20 Red Cross Swimming Lessons JULY 27 Open Air Band Concert, Harrison School JULY 28 \ Third Annual Firemen's Dance, Johnsburg Community Club "•* Extend License Deadline Michael J. Howlett, Secretary of State, has ex­ tended the deadline for displaying 1973-1974 license plates on trucks and other second division vehicles licensed on a fiscal year basis until midnight Tuesday, July 31. "One of the reasons for the extension," Howlett said, "is that heavy rains and flooding have delayed farm planting and have hampered con­ struction crews and dump truck operators." Howlett emphasized there will be no extra extensions. i ADVERTISE YOUR PRODUCT OR SERVICE IN THE McHENRY PLAINDEALER . . . WHERE READERSHIP & RESPONSE TURNS ON. PHONE 385-0170 3812 W. ELM 385-0170 SUPER NATIONAL MARKETS PRICES AS LOW OR LOWER THAN ANYONE IN TOWN! USDA GRADE Chicken CUT-UP Lb. 49 USDA CHOICE BEEF Sirloin Steak TOP TASTE All Meat |||« Wieners.. ̂ FRESH ORCHARD PARK Canned Beverages KRAFT 32 Ox. BAR-B-QUE SAUCE Case of * lSOi 12 Oz COOK-OUT WITH Oakburne Charcoal * 32 Ox HAMBURGER 2 49 RED LABEL OR LADYLIKE Paper Plates 100 Ct. Pkg ORCHARD PARK Sweet Relish... MA BROWN Regular Dills FROZEN Orchard Park Lemonade ORCHARD PARK Hot Dogl Buns. HAWTHORN MELLODY Pops "*g. NEWFANGLED' Potato GREAT ON YOUR HOT DOG French's Mustard CAMPCSllS Pork & Beans... > _ Shop at the National nearest you* 3705 W. 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