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I American Legion Auxiliary News Pearl Cooper, left, McHenry unit Communications chairman, accepts her first place plaque for the district Press Book competition and second place personal award for her unit Press Book from the Department Communications chairman, Mrs. Earle (Shirley) Peacock of Altona. president, American Legion auxiliary ; and guests of other veteran organizations. McHenry unit was announced as being seventh in the state in Veterans Craft, having pur­ chased $1,356.50 of Veterans Craft merchandise. Mrs. Raymond (Betty Lou ) Smith is the Veterans Craft chairman. . The McHenry unit was in eighth place in high mem­ bership with 390 members. There are over 800 units in the Department of Illinois. The Press Book, com­ munications chairmanship, made and compiled by Mrs. Jack (Pearl) Cooper of the McHenry unit, was one of five books in department com­ petition and took a second place personal award. Mrs. Cooper had previously won first place in the 11th district elimination and first place in the 2nd district division contest. The Uth district press book, also compiled by Mrs. Cooper, took a first place award and this book was sent to national for further judging. Mrs. Roy (Lauretta) Homo, Uth district president, received a plaque from the Department of Illinois and a trophy from the Seeing Eye foundation for her efforts, with the help of the Uth district, to be able to purchase a 'seeing eye dog' for a blind veteran. The purchase price of a 'seeing eye dog' is $2,100. dog' is $2~100. A very impressive memorial By Pearl Cooper The following members of McHenry Unit No. 491, American Legion auxiliary, Department of Illinois, at­ tended the fifty-eighth annual convention at the Pick- Congress hotel in Chicago July 20-July 22. Out-going president, Mrs. Richard (Lydia) Fenner; out-going Uth district president, Mrs. Roy (Lauretta) Homo; Mrs. Jack (Pearl) Cooper, out-going secretary and in-coming first vice- president;. Mrs. Dennis (Grace) Latimer, in-coming president; Mrs. Ray (Betty Lou) Smith, in-coming corresponding secretary; Mrs. Glen (Dottie) Messer, out­ going and in-coming treasurer; and Mrs. George (Ruth) Mrachek, out-going Uth district secretary and unit Foreign Relations chairman. Special Guests were the Chicago Mayor Michael J. Bilandic; department com­ mander, the American Legion, James Kissner; Mrs. Edward <Peggy) Kouba, chapeau departmental, Eight and Forty; Mrs. Charles (Rae) Shaw, past department and past national president; Mrs. Alvin Moltzen, national FIRST CHILD Mr. and Mrs. Dennis J. Justen of 1717 Park lane, an­ nounce the birth of their first child, Michael Dennis, July 31, „ at McHenry hospital. The young man weighed 8 lbs., 1 oz., and his paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Ralph M. Justen of McHenry. The maternal grandparents are Walter Sturm of Chicago, and Mrs. Mildred Sturm of Holiday, Fla. NEW SON Christian Phillip came to make his home with his parents, Byron and Marilyn Verdung, 904 N. River road, via the McHenry hospital, on July 31, weighing 6 lbs., 5 oz. His maternal grandmother is Mrs. Helen Wolter of McHenry. The paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Harold Verdung of Ft. Myers, Fla. FIRST SON Mr. and Mrs. John (Jack) Walters welcomed their first child, a son, Brandon Jack, on July 30 at the McHenry hospital. He weighed 7 lbs., 6 oz. His paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. John Walters, Sr.. of McHenry; his maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Harry McCloud of Fox Lake and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Frank of Elgin. The paternal great- grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Willard Hillman of Hernando, Fla. service was held for the 889 deceased members of the Department of Illinois. This included seventy-two Gold Star and 101 charter members. Mrs. Homo will be a delegate to the national convention to be held in August in New Orleans and Mrs. George (Ruth) Mrachek was elected by the convention body as an alter­ nate. The convention ended with the impressive and beautiful installation of the 1978-79 department officers. Mrs. Sanford (Mary) Patterson of Lincoln was installed as the new department president; Mrs. Don (Margaret) Eckhardt of Armington unit was installed as first vice-president; Mrs. A.J. (Margaret) Dorn of Mundelein was installed as second vice-president; Ms. Rosemary Loparco of Chicago was re-installed as treasurer; and Mrs. Clarence (Virginia) Kates of Chicago will be the new department historian. A son, Adam Christopher, was born to Mr. and Mrs. James R. Rowland, 3011 Pool street, McHenry, on July 30, at Highland Park hospital, Highland Park. The baby has a brother, James Andrew, 64 years old for a playmate. His maternal grandmother is Mildred Kuczwara of Chicago and his paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Durverd Rowland of Savona, N.Y. NEW ARRIVAL A daughter Was born to Mr. and Mrs, Robert M. Martens, 3315 Sherwood Forest drive, Spring Grove, on July 29, at Holy Family hospital, Des Plaines. The baby's name is Amanada Beth. She weighted 9 lbs., 4 oz. She was welcomed home by Rob, 11, and Chris, 8. The maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Robert Thomas of Mt. Prospect. The .paternal ones are Mr. and Mrs. Robert Martens of Park Ridge ** FIRSTBORN Mr. and Mrs. Donald Rein boldt, 3207 Miller drive, McHen­ ry Shores, are rejoicing over the arrival of their first child, a daughter, Melissa Dawn, who entered this world July 29 at Sherman hospital, Elgin, weighing 6 lbs., 6 oz., and measuring 20" long. Her maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Leo Schaefer of Johnsburg; maternal great- grandmothers, Mrs. Katherine Brown and Mrs. Martha Schaefer, McHenry; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Reinboldt, McHenry; and paternal great- grandmother, Mrs. Mary Fuchs of Humphrey, Neb. The new mother is the former Judy Schaefer. Johnsburg Mary L. Gunderson 385-3052 I CONCERNED TAXPAYERS ANOTHER JOINT MEETING CONCERNING THE RDG BACKHAUS DEVELOPMENT lM MONDAY, AUGUST 14,197 WEST CAMPUS AUDITORIU More than 300 people attended the last city coun­ cil meeting on the proposed RDG-Backhaus development. We need an even larger crowd Monday night to show our real concern about this type of development. The city council wants to know how you feel about rapid expansion. COME AND BRING YOUR NEIGHBORS 1 IF YON NAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CALL: •305-SM1 *385-4148 *344-1617 *385-3369 P.S. West Campus is comfortable and air conditioned! HOSPITAL NOTES McHENRY HOSPITAL decent admittances to McHenry hospital included Vickie Martina, Timmy O. Hamby, Lillian Feeney, Susan L. Walters, McHenry; Pauline K. Schneider, Chicago; and Amy Frankiewicz, Ingleside. ANNUAL LUNCHEON The annual luncheon and card party for Grant grand­ mothers will be held in the town hall, Ingleside, Aug. 15, at 12:30 p.m. Anyone interested in learning to make piece, ap­ plique or embroidery quilts may join a class beginning at Ingleside town hall, Monday, Sept. 11,9a.m. 'till 1 p.m. Write to 22 Oak Street, Fox Lake, 60020 for further information. Church Observes Anniversary With Many Attractions St. John's Festival will be this weekend, Aug. 11-12-13, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We'll be looking forward to seeing you - be sure you don't miss it! On the grounds of the Johnsburg Community club. There will be rides for the children and adults, games, fish fry on Friday, steak fry, outdoor Mass at noon and a family sit-down beef dinner on Sunday, as well as a "Sunday in-the-Park band concert" and ice cream social in the afternoon - art and paintings exhibit, 4-Seasons bazaar - and many other in­ teresting attractions to help you enjoy your stay. Food available at all hours - and also roasted corn/ Tickets are available in advance for the dinner, games, metal shed theatre, Sunday night dance, fish fry and steak fry. ALASKA VISIT Marlene Goetschel toured Alaska this past month with her mother, Mrs Mae Brunkhorst of Masonville, and two of her sisters, Mary Jo McFadden, Randalia, and Patricia Maas, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. They flew to Anchorage and then took an 800 mile scenic bus trip through parts of Alaska and the Yukon. Next they boarded a cruise ship for a 700 mile trio down the inland passage, visiting Skagway, Juneau and Kitchieme. The cruise ended at Prince Rupert, British Columbia. The next part of their journey took them on an exciting 1000 mile bus tour through British Columbia to Seattle, Wash. After spen­ ding a day there visiting a family friend, and touring the U.S.S Missouri, they flew back to restful Johnsburg, U.S.A. N.C S F OUTING N.C.S.F. - St Agatha Court 477 - Wednesday, Aug. 16, 10 a.m. Hunter Country club, Richmond; corner Rt, 12 and 173. Luncheon will be about 1 p.m. Reservations are to be made by Aug. 9 - today - to Mrs. Laura (Francis) Schmitt or Mrs. Virginia (Paul) Pitzen. Regular golfers and non-golfer members are cordially invited. 45TH ANNIVERSARY Evelyn Thennes and Leo Diedrich, Church street, Johnsburg, retired farmers, ° were married July 12, 1933, by Father George L. Shark, at St. Peter's church, Volo. Maid of Honor was Nfrs. Viola Justen, bridesmaid, Mrs. Herlinda Stilling, now deceased, Flower girl, Mrs. Irene Gaylord, Best man, Elmer Diedrich. Mass was offered for their intention on Saturday evening, July 15 at St. John the Baptist Catholic church, Johnsburg. They celebrated on Sunday, July 30, with a dinner at the American Legion hall, McHenry, for the family and invited guests Honored guests were Mr and Mrs. Philip (91 years), Mary Thennes, Evelyn's father, and her uncle, Mr. and Mrs John (94 years) (Ann,) Thennes They are the parents of eleven children six girls and five boys, thirty-one grand­ children and one great- grandson. Jason is almost a year old, the son of Mr and Mrs. Dane and Terri Kanable of Viola, Wis Their daughter Mrs Sally (Leroy) Cahill, surprised them by flying in from Phoenix, Ariz Another daughter, Mrs Jo Ann (Robert) Harrington, also of Phoenix, was unable to attend Mrs. Barbara Sorenson resides in Salt Lake City, Utah Mrs Dolores Huffar (Walter) and family live in Woodstock, as well as Mrs Sue (Randy) Nawalaniec. The five boys are Mr and Mrs. Harold (Joyce) Diedrich. Mr. and Mrs William (Doris) Diedrich, Mr and Mrs Dennis (Mary Kay) Diedrich, Mr and Mrs Ronald (Madge) PAGE 3 - PLAINDEALER - Diedrich, and Mr. and Mrs. Eugene (Carol) Diedrich, and their families, live in McHenry. Many lovely gifts and cards were received, which added to the enjoyment of the celebratioib ST . JOHN'S SCHOOL Registration for new families - please call the convent and make an appointment. This is for kindergarten through eighth • grade. For new uniforms, ask for form from Sister Vi, so they may be received by the opening of school. Prompt delivery is made. St. John's school will open on Monday. Sept. 11. CONGRATULATIONS to the Anton Kaiser family, Hillcrest place, Johnsburg, whose son. Major Dennis A Kaiser, recently completed a 21-week course of study at the Armed Forces Staff college, Norfolk, Va He entered the Army in 1965 Word has been received that Major Dennis, his wife and family have arrived safely at his new assignment. HOSPITAL Good reports have been received from St. Luke's hospital, Milwaukee, regarding the progress of Walter Kostner, Hillcrest place, Jak-Ana Heights, Johnsburg. Keep up the good work, Walter! PIGTAIL LEAGUE In checking we find that the play-offs are still going in this five-day tournament-will endeavor to have results4 for you next week! DATES TO REMEMBER Aug 11-12-13 - St. John's church Pioneer Days Festival - 135th Anniversary of Parish Aug 16 - N.C.S.F , St. Agatha Court-golf outing and luncheon, Hunter Country club, Rich­ mond Reservations due today, Aug. 9. Aug 16-17 - Registration, Johnsburg Unit School District 12 Aug 20-27 - St. John's School Registration days at the Masses, or during the week at the convent Newcomers to parish, please call the convent for appointment Aug 28 - Registration- Freshmen-Sophomores 8 am to 3:30 p.m., Johnsburg Junior high WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9,1978 Aug. 29 - Registration- Juniors-Seniors-8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Johnsburg Junior high Aug. 30 - Registration- Johnsburg high school, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for those who could not make the Aug. 28 or 29 registration at Junior high Sept. 11 - Schools open (Cut this out and paste on your calendar or bulletin board ) State Park Attendant The Illinois Department Conservation's Bureau of Lands and Historic Sites said last week that attendance at state parks and other state sites totaled 14,247,219 for the first half of 1978 Due to cold and rainy weather this Spring, the figures are down 114,000 visitors from the same period last year Fort Massac state park near Metropolis is the most popular state-managed area so far this year with at­ tendance of 628,000 Destiny has laid upon our country the responsibility of free world leadership Dwight D Eisenhower START LOSING WEIGHT TODAY The hardest part ot losing weight is getting started New extra strength SUPtR ODRINEX will give yjiur will power tha" extra push it needs to start losing weight today Begin with this amazing tiny tabtet You'll eat less-turn food and excess tat into burned-up energy instead ot extra weight a£ you follow the Plan Simple and effective the SUPER OORINEX Reducing Plan will enable ygu to I.JST pounds and inches without getting neivou? 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