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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 16 Jul 1975, p. 3

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July 18 Kick-Off Date Fot Voter League Finance Drive I §i§§ Planning for the annual finance drive of the Woodstock-McHenry League of Women Voters are, seated, left to right, Moira Davis, Sherry Floro and Esther Perez; standing, Chris Clark and Sandy Millius. July 18 marks the official kick-off date for the Woodstock- McHenry League of Women Voters annual finance drive. League members will be calling on local businesses in both communities asking for their financial help and sup­ port. The League of Women Voters is a non-partisan group which strives to promote political awareness and responsibility in all citizens. Among activities carried on during the past year through the help of financial contributions are: reception for state and local legislators; state study of the financing of public education; candidates meetings for local candidates including" school board; recycling drive; study of executive branch of govern­ ment; support of improved services for child welfare; financial study of District 200. League activities planned for the>poming year include con­ tinued work in the areas of health, county zoning, and county government. A study area including local education will also be part of the program of the Woodstock-McHenrv League. Along with the Leagues throughout the state. Wood­ stock-McHenry members will be studying election laws and procedures, child welfare, and gun control. Donations of $10 or more to the League finance drive secures an advertising space on fXX%cked; SAEER JOB Pyrotech­ nics expert Willie Vance loads an eight-inch fire­ works canister into steel tube "gun" at Carowinds en­ tertainment park, Charlotte. N.C. In charge of shooting about SI,200 worth of fire­ works two nights each week. Vanfcer says his job is still much safer than driving an automobile. FRAN'S HIDDEN CURL BEAUTY SALON OFFERS SUMMER CUTS FOR SUMMER "FUN"! 6 DAYS A WEEK 344-1019 1212 N. GREEN ST. Leadership Technique * Program For PWP Chapter P\(iH - PLMNDEALER-WEPNESDAY, ^ULV 16, 1975 The next general meeting of , Parents^ Without Partners-, Chapter 189, frystal Lake, will be held Friday evening, July 18, at 8:30 p.m. at the American Legion hall, located on the corner of Woodstock and Oak Streets in Crystal Lake. Sharon Condon of Oak Park will be the guest speaker following the business meeting. She is associated with Leadership Techniques In­ stitute International, Inc., of Chicago and will discuss how one can broaden his horizon by improving human relation skills and attitudes. She has spoken before many associations and conventions as well as appearing on WFLD-TV (Channel 32) and WGN-TV (Channel 9)* with host. Bill Berg. Ms. Condon has also'been a guest lecturer at Roosevelt university and Northern Illinois university. All those attending PWP for the first time should arrive no later than 8 p.m. lor an in­ troduction about the Smile chapter and a special "newcomers orientation." Parents Without Partners is an international, non-profit, non-sectarian, educational organization -devoted to the welfare und interests of single parents a^their children. For more information concerning Parents Without Partners write P.O. Box 165, Crvstal Lake. FREEZING MEAT Protect your frozen beef invest­ ment by storing and cooking it properly Prepackaged beef can be stored in its original wrapper in the freezer for 1 to 2 weeks. For longer storage, cover the original package with moisture- vapor proof freezer wrap to prevent the drying effect of air. Label each package with date, cut. weight, and number of serv­ ings kk SENIOR CITIZEN S CORNER * j£f HELPFUL IDEAS FOR SUCCESSFUL RETIREMENT BIG BIRD RETURNS-- Yes, Big Bird and Chicken Licken will beat the Ringwoodchurch barbecue again this year. Big Bird and Chicken Licken will be wandering around the grounds for the public's enjoyment, Sunday, July 20, with serving from 11:30 a.m. to3 p.m. the League mailing covers for the coming year. This financial support is vital for the League to carry out its program and various activities. Persons interested in membership or in making a financial contribution should contact Mrs. Moira Davis, 910 Woodland. Woodstock. MEDICARE Many misunderstandings related to the Medicare program persist. Some very elderly per­ sons. for example, won't enroll in Medicare because they want to be able to pick their own doctors. You do pick your own doctor. Medicare is^ merely insurance which helps pay the bill. Others prefer to maintain private insurance policies or em­ ployer-paid plans which cover them in retirement. The fact is Blue ^Cross, Blue Shield, and other private insurance com­ panies in general have revised their present health-insurance programs and now provide only supplementarv plans for those eligible for Medicare coverage In fact, several private insurance companies have discontinued health insurance for persons 65 arid older altogether Even if your doctor doesn't participate in Medicare, you can collect Have him receipt his bill and collect 80 percent of a "reasonable fee" above the $50 deductible The "reasonable feet" is one that is usual and customary, as determined by the administrative agencies and doc­ tors' organizations Be on your guard against charges that are too high MT XiSS tMGXXJtt SH0& %iZr SALE OK"GIANT-SCREEN CONSOLE TV mm DIAGONAL /* 11 h !P2 The WALDEN • S2980M -- Early American styled console with wrap-around gallery, bracket feet and casters. Giant-Screen 25" diagonal Solid-State Chromacolor II. Brilliant Chromacolor Picture Tube. 100% Solid-State Chassis. Patented Power Sentry Voltage Regulating System. Solid-State Electronic Tuning System with 14-Position VHF/UHF Slide Channel Selector.^ Chromatic One-Button Tuning. AFC. ONLY BRILLIANT COLOR PICTURE, $ 7 3 095 FINE FURNITURE STYLING ' SALES & SERVICE 1241 N. GREEN ST. McHENRY we p SiXMflAy mars FURNITURE STYLING ' I ^ A AA <•>«* »pp'«e I Wlitt SdMMCJC McHenry Ice Cream Shoppe 4911 W. RTE. 120 MCHENRY SITD0WN & CARRY0UT FEATURING THE FINEST: CONES SUNDAES MALTS SODAS SHoZS HOURS: Mon.-Thur. 9-6, Fri. 9-9, Sat. • 9-6, Sun. 9-2 1219 North Green St. Phone 385-OI82 MeHenrv, Illinois

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