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IM<;E :i - I»I.AI \I)K ALKR-WKDXESDA Y, DEC EMBER L'K, W IP m si « Tf '«<> •HflESS , ,,-- - • \Ti XEW BRAND OF THIEF - Ted Miller, president of the Woodland Cemetery association, was angry Iiiis past week. When he went lo the cemetery last Thursday he found a beautiful, 10-foot high Blue Spruce tree had been cul and taken away from its place in the center of a decorated circular plot in Iiie west end. Miller valued the tree at about $150. Realizing that thieves have stopped at almost nothing in the annals of history to get what they wanted. Miller just shook his head as he commented, "And now they're even stealing from the dead". He is shown above examining stump of tree that was cut. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD Food Program Participation Is Increased Participation in its family food programs -- food stamps and food distribution ~ in­ creased by 100,000 persons from September to October, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced, but the total estimated participation of 14.6 million was still 100,000 under October of last year. Participation in the national school lunch program in the same period increased nearly 100,000 to an estimated 24.4 million, which is about 500,000 fewer children than par­ ticipated the, previous October. All of these progi^nyMltt administered by USDA's Food and Nutrition service in cooperation with state and local governments. The figures released today are preliminary and may be revised later. Food stamp program par­ ticipation figures for October show an estimated 12.5 million people took part in the program, an increase of an estimated 300,000 over Sep­ tember, and an increase of 500,000 over October 1972. The value of bonus food stamps totaled $191.4 million in Oc­ tober. This represents an in­ crease of $5.4 million over September, and $18.4 million more than October a year ago. The number of people taking part in the food distribution program in October totaled 2.1 million. This was a decrease of 200,000 from the previous month, and a decline of 600,000 from October, 1972, as projects continued to switch from food distribution to food stamps. Of the 24.4 million children participating in the school lunch program, an estimated 8.6 million received their meals free or at reduced prices- 250,000 more than in Sep­ tember, and 150,000 more than in October, 1972. Deaths iTHURg^pflCiSTROM thur C^&rgstrom, 61, of McHenry died early Thursday, Dec. 20, in McHenry hospital. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at the George R. Justen & Son chapel at press time. ETHEL BIAGIONI Ethel Biagioni, 71, of 504 S. Spring road, Ingleside, died Dec. 19 in McHenry hospital. MILDRED KOCH Mildred Koch of 4011 Wooster lane, Ingleside, died in McHenry hospital Dec. 19. She was 70 years old. MRS. CHARLES MacCALLUM A former resident of wooBDOoaoooooa' Service News >0000000! Coast Guard Seaman Ap­ prentice Wayne T. Ozark, whose wife, Maryanne, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. Lent of 2602 Indian trail, McHenry, reported for training at Subsistence Specialist school at the Coast Guard Training center, Petaluma, Calif. During the eighteen weeks he will be instructed in basic cookery, nutrition, sanitation and other areas of food preparation and service. WRONG SIZE? WRONG STYLE? WRONG COLOR? ipl Daylight Saving Time was first introduced in Germany during World War 1, and was adopted next by England and France. McHenry Shores, Mrs. Charles MacCallum, died Dec. 18, in the Terrace Nursing home, Waukegan. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Carl Dill of Lake Bluff, and also a son. Her husband preceded her in death. Mrs. MacCallum was a retired Chicago school teacher and very active in civic affairs in this area. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m. from the Spaulding funeral home, Deerfield road, Highland Park. Santa letters are printed as received. "Dear Santa Clause, "I've been trying to be good all year. I would like a crane, Evel Kanevel, Toy Dog, train set and a little wagon. Please bring me these things if you feel I've been a good boy. "Sincerely "Scott Wayne Pratson" * "Dear Santa Claus, "My name is Steven Schmitt and I am six years old. My sister is writing this letter for me. Hear is a list of things I would like for Christmas a crazy buggy, ssp smash up derby, battling boxers, driver dashboard, rapid fire rifle, auror derby. "Thank you "Steven Schmitt" "Dear Santa Clus, "How have you been doing? I wish I could see you when you come at night but my eyes won't stay open. For Christmas I would like a children's typewriter, blue jeans, a football shirt an album of songs and clothes. Love, "Jamie Werhane" "Dear Santa, the reason i am writing this letter is because i want to tell you what i want for Xmas. And three days after Xmas is my birthday. This is what I want, a hair dyer, barbie airplane, ken and barbie, down the drain, mickey mouse candy factory. "Your friend Marie Pryor P.S. I love you santa and write back, Please!" "Dear Santa, "My name is Scott. I will be eight on Dec. 31.1 would like for Christmas Golden gate road race set, TTP build your own racer, big wheel RRR rambler, X 3 tm light set, speedometer 7 up dispenser. "Scott Bowe" "Dear Santa, "Thank you Santa for the letter you sent. I know you are very busy now. Please bring me the Rescue truck and garage. Craig need toys too. Bring him a baby rescue truck with no shovel. Bring something else for Craig thats really nice because he's been good sometimes. Thank you for coming last year. " Jeff Strossner" "Dear Santa, "Please bring me a Barbie Car and Campers and clothes for Ken. We will leave a sand­ wich and a glass of milk on the desk for you. Love, "Christine Crary" "Dear Santa, "I have been a good boy. For Christmas I want Evil Kneval, a new set of crayons, mickey mouse candy factory, a yoyo, * Btt too\- argeV . . . OR MAYBE YOU JUST WANT SOMETHING ELSE. NO PROBLEM. WE WILL EXCHANGE IT GLADLY, QUICKLY & EASILY. THAT'S OUR POLICY AT CHRISTMAS TIME & EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR. STORE for MEN 1245 N. GREEN ST. McHENRY 385-0047 BIG ENOUGH TO SERVE YOU . . . SMALL ENOUGH TO KNOW YOU" Letters To Santa 'U-fly-it' plane, scramble van, willy goat game, models, books, candy, a train set, mickey mouse colorforms, pop­ up set, T V. magic cards or tricks, a new police car, a fire engine, s.s.p's new p.j.'s, new school pants, mouse trap game, new shirt, close and play record player, new slippers, new boots and Tonto and the Lone Ranger. For my little brother, a Mr. Potatoe head rider and what ever else Mike wants and a jack in the box. Love, "Willy Thomas" "Sizzlers, bathrobe, typewriter, Donnie Osmon album, needle for recorder player, stick shifter, camping set, Smokey the Bear, Husker- du, show projector, puzzle Cloo piece. From Derek John D'Auria, 3705 Waukegan avenue, McHenry." "Dear Santa, "We have been trying to be good children. We hope you have a very nice Christmas this year. We would like a few toys please, Santa. We will leave a treat by our Christmas tree for you. We do not have a fireplace so just use the front door please. Have a good trip. Thank you. "Kathlene and Scotty Bruen" Allow Right Turn On Red Signal After Complete Stop On Jan. 1, motorists in Illinois will be allowed to make a right turn while facing a red signal, after stopping. This change in Section 11-306 of the Illinois Vehicle Code also permits left turns on a red signal after stopping when turning from a one-way street into another one-way street. According to the Institute of Traffic Engineers, Illinois will be the seventeenth state to adopt a law permitting a right turn on red after stop, without posting signs. Seventeen other states only permit turns on a red signal if a sign is posted. (This was the case [in Illinois before the new law) Sixteen states have neither provision in their vehicle laws. The Institute of Traffic Engineers, an international organization of professional traffic and transportation engineers representing every level of government in Illinois, recommend that motorists and pedestrians follow these basic steps to safely implement this new law. The motorist should: 1. Come to a complete stop on a red signal. 2. Check to see if a "No Turn On Red" sign is posted restricting the turn. 3. Check the cross traffic to make sure an adequate gap is available for a safe merge. Be mindful of the speed of traffic on the cross street. 5. Proceed to make the turn with caution. The pedestrian should: 1. Cross the street only on a green signal or a "WALK" indication 2. Check traffic on the street he is crossing to see if any vehicle may be turning on the red signal. 3. Make sure the motorist sees you before you step off the curb The Institute of Traffic Engineers cautions motorists and pedestrians to be especially careful during the next three months because of the limited daylight hours, normally dark winter clothing being worn and the slippery condition of the roads. WATERFALL ... More than a million gallons of water daily flow over the largest known rimstone formation in the world, the Rimstone Cascade, in Squire Boone Caverns near Corydon, Indiana and Louis­ ville, Kentucky. Squire Boone (Daniel Boone's brother) used this water, as it gushed from the cave, to power the grist mill he built in 1809. AMERICAN LEGION CLUB No. 491 RINGWOOD RD., McHENRY FISH FRY EVERY FRIDAY - 5 TO 9 PM PERCH ALL YOU CAN EAT . $ ] 9 5 - INCLUDES - BAKED POTATO OR FRENCH FRIES SALAD BAR OTHER MENU AVAILABLE MAY YOU HAVE A BEYOND THE TINSEL CHRISTMAS and NEW YEARS The Doctor and Mary Ruggero Family COME SEE FOR YOURSELF! . . .HOW LITTON MAKES SHORT WORK OF THE DINNER "RUSH" HOUR, . . . AND BREAKFAST AND LUNCH TOO! DEMONSTRATION BY A LITTON HOME ECONOMIST FRIDAY DECEMBER 2«!h - 3:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M • • Good Housekeeping • Ciiil ia 'IK 3 IIP1 I ill' ffl LITTON Microwave Cooking The energy saver for the woman whose family eats in shifts. With the new Minutemaster^ "403" microwave oven, you save your energy and your time. The "403" Countertop consumes up to 75% less energy than conventional electric ranges.* Cook complete meals four times faster -- then reheat individual servings in seconds. Or cook a la carte on the Litton Micro-Browner™ steak grill. It browns, grills, sears and fries all foods to order. Or rely on pushbutton automatic defrost and cook right from the freezer. After meals, cleanup is just a wipe away. Check these energy saving features: • Litton Micro-Timer digital control. • 1 2 cu. ft. cooking capacity -- room enough to cook a 20-lb. turkey • Cook on paper, plastic or in glass containers. • Separate cook and defrost switches • Rosewood styling. • Meets all safety standards.* • Easy clean acrylic interior. Suggested retail price: OTHER LITTON OVENS PRICED AT >349 AND >399 " S o u r c e E l e c t r i c a l E n e r g y A s s n P u b ' c a t c R e v . a n d L i t t o n p r o d u c t t e s t i n g t L i t t o n m i c r o w a v e c o o k i n g p r o d u c i s a - e a - k i t c h e n a p p l i a n c e s . E a c h L t v ^ n - - c A a . i s a f e t y s t a n d a r d s s e t b y t h e U S D e ; ; a - : - < E d u c a t i o n a n d W e l f a r e L o o k f o r t h e s a ' e ! t e s t e d l a b e l o n e a c h o v e n <439 litton means microwave cooking. STORE HOURS: Friday 9-9 Saturday 9-5:50 Sunday 10-4 Monday 9-5:30 CAREY APPLIANCE TTT 1241 N. Green Street Sales & Service McHenry, Illinois