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PAGE 3 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. FEBRUARY 22, 1978 Grandma Scz • • • Corduroy--Versatile Fabric Ten whole years ha' passed, when Washin'ton's birthday comes around, this year, since this granny first greeted readers, in this little column. Many things ha' happened, in that decade, some good, an' some not so good. One day, a rockin' away, in me creaky ol' rockin' chiar, me mind cluttered wi' all th' trials o' th' world, an' burdened wi' th' way folks seemed t' be headed in th' direction o' disaster, me pen got busy in effort t' put a few warnin's in words, that might help a few o' •th' younger generation o' parents, an' others, t' think about what th' future may hold. It seems t' be th' nature o' human bein's, t' have much better hindsight, n foresight. Folks get so involved wi' all th' wonderful things pervided in this affluent society, that they can't realize it wasn't always this way. Extravagance has b'come th' order o' th' day, where forced frugality held sway, only a few short years ago Seems incredible t' this o ' lady, brought up in th' city, an' a knowin' a lot o' hard times, an' some good times which 'd be considered a great deal less good, these days, that things could come t' this pass, in such a short time. A lookin' back, o'er all th' years, since th' beginnin' o' this century, a body marvels at th' rapid pace, in which we've come t' th' disastrous condition we find ourselves t'day. Most o' th' fault lies in th' greed o' human nature, so far removed from natural practices, in­ stinctive t' most life on this ol' planet. This senior frets about th' younguns, a growin' up wi' th attitude they've been endowed wi , in a society where inflated economy sets th' stage f'r a lack o' regard an' appreciation f'r all they enjoy, in this age. It grieves me heart t' think o' havin't' deflate th' balloon, an' get back t' bare necessities, an' it won't be easy on folks t' have t' give up a good many luxuries. This party wonders how it'll all turn out, wi' havin' replaced our good, ol* fashioned tran­ sportation wi' that which uses up resources too fast, every thin' operated wi' electric power, e'en to a tooth-brush, an' now bein' faced wi' so many news sources in th' country a bein' replaced wi' th' elec­ trically operated medias. No one seems t' be concerned wi' what's ahead. We used t' save, money, food, clothin', our homes an' their furnishin's, but it went out o' style t' be frugal about anythin'. This granny wonders what's b'hind it all. Why were we encouraged t' spend, spend, spend. Why were folks led into livin' on credit, th' road t' disaster f'r many. Looks t' me like we fell into a great big trap, an' we won t get out, 'til things take on such a grim condition that'll force a change in th' whole o' society. Some o' us, who've lived through some pretty rough times, could see it a comin', not bein' able t' do much but try t' warn folks t' take a good look t' th' future. So, Granny gives her rock' chair a lot o' hard use, a rockin' away, an' bein' concerned wi' what's a happenin' t' th' generations ahead. Grandma Radtke DENTIST TO SPEAK The McHenry and Fox Lake La Leche League groups will sponsor Dr. Frederick Fitz- patrick, Crystal Lake children's dentist, as guest speaker Thursday, Feb. 23. The public is invited to attend the 7:30 program at Mt. Hope Methodist church, 1015 W. B r o a d w a y , P i s t a k e e Highlands. Children's dental care will be the topic of discussion with a question and answer period to follow. A donation will be requested and refreshments will be served. From leisure fare and high fashion to home furnishings and accessories, corduroy is a most versatile fabric. It is d u r a b l e , c o m f o r t a b l e , washable, soft and available in a variety of weights, wales, rich earthy shades and prints. Traditionally, corduroy has been an all cotton fabric. Blends of cotton and polyester have become popular in the interest of greater shrinkage control and wash and wear characteristics. Narrow to wide wales or ribs, on a plain or twill weave back describe the pile. Pinwale, the narrowest ribbing, is generally light­ weight and suited to infants' wear, lounging apparel, bed­ spreads, curtains and pillows. Mid and 7-wale are most popular for children's wear, sportswear and casual styles in suits and dresses. Wide-wale, a heavyweight corduroy with thick, plush pile is often chosen for coats, suits and sportswear. Novely weaves with sculptured or textured effects are popular in fashions and home fur­ nishings. Corduroy keeps its soft, plush feel washing after washing. Before laundering, group similar colors together, some bleeding of dark shades may occur after a number of washes. Wash colored pieces separately or with other dark items. To prevent any lint from clinging to the pile, turn items inside out. Check that washer and dryer lint screens are clean. W£sh and dry small loads for minimum wrinkling. Machine drying restores fluffiness to corduroy and helps to eliminate the need for ironing. Remove articles from the dryer while still slightly damp to maintain fluff and prevent wrinkling. McHENRY HOSPITAL MONDAY'S CHILD ...is fair of face. Robert and Gwendolyn Vargason of 1904 Meadow lane, McHenry, an­ nounce the birth of their first child, a daughter. Little' Kirpberly Ann made her debut at McHenry hospital Feb. 6, weighing 7lbs. 74 oz. Proud grandparents are John Sergott and Galen Vargason, both of Crystal Lake, and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Manley of Woodhaven, N.Y. SECOND SON A second son joins the household of Bob and Marcy Schemmel of 1618 N. Riverside drive, McHenry, with the arrival of Steven Matthew Sunday, Feb. 12, at McHenry hospital. The husky 7 lbs. 9 oz. baby is the new brother of Robbie. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Walter Schemmel of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. IT'S ANOTHER GIRL Rebecca Watkins has a new, baby sister! Rachel Elizabeth was a Valentine baby, arriving Feb. 14 at McHenry hospital, and tipping the scales at a sweet 8 lbs. The two girls are the daughters of Allan and Diane Watkins of 8404 Acorn Path, Wonder Lake. The new baby is welcomed by grand­ parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gunnar Anderson of Wonder Lake, and Mr. and Mrs. Estler Watkins of Blue Eye, Mo. CUPID'S BABY Valentine's day will call for a duo celebration in the future at the home of Mike and Donna Pohlman of 2903 S. Tower drive, McHenry, since the arrival of Jeffery Donald, Feb. 14, at McHenry hospital. Jef­ fery weighed a hefty 9 lbs. 1 oz. when his parents first saw him and he joins a brother, Jason, at home. Sharing the happiness are grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Pohlman of Ocala, Fla., and Diane Johnson of Norridge, II; MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WOODSTOCK A son born Wednesday, Feb. 15, is welcomed into the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Gaulke of McHenry. Snakes and snails and puppy dog tails...with the arrival of a baby boy Friday, Feb. 17, to Mr. and Mrs. Roger Rempert of Spring Grove. Pink prevails at the household of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Doherty of McHenry with the debut of a daughter Saturday, Feb. 18. It's a boy born Sunday, Feb. 19, to Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Schultz of McHenry. HARVARD HOSPITAL Mr. and Mrs. James Harrington of Wonder Lake are the parent^ of a daughter born Wednesday, Feb. 15. <3& Hairstyles for spring and summer will show fullness and froth to compliment the fash­ ion trend in looser and easier clothes. The flat and straight cut is out. PLAY TRYOUTS Tryouts for the Johnsburg P.T.O. play "Exit The Body" will be held Monday, Feb. 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bush elementary school, 2117 W. Church street, Johnsburg. The play will be directed by Barb Miller and will be presented April 9, 14, and 15. Anyone interested may tryout. spurgeons HONORED FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN - State Rep. Calvin Skinner (R-33), left, receives the Illinois Environmental council's "Environmental Legislator of the Year" award for supporting key environmental issues concerning public health, pollution and conservation brought before the state legislature last year. The award was presented at special ceremonies held at Chicago Lung association by Daniel Swartzman, right, president of the Illinois Environmental council and director of legal services for Chicago Lung association. This is the second year that the IEC, a coalition of environmental groups, service clubs and civic organizations around the state, has presented the awards. 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