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PAGE 4 - PLAINDEAL.EK FRIDAY, MAY 4. I»79 HKIJM1NG I'AWS ANIMAL WELFARE ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 205 • Crystal Loke. Illinois 60014 • (815)459-2641 By Estelle Alwcll It's hard to believe that dogs as pets, as companions, could ever lose their popularity. But statistics support the un­ deniable fact that it's tougher for the dog to get his foot in the door these days. Reasons are many - the mobility of people has a lot to do with it. In any given community or neigh­ borhood, "Fofc ~ due to the ml go" way of money appear' supply as well. Mothers an^ wiyes working at fulltime eave no one at home to care for the pet. Both time and money happen to be important for the proper care of a pet - time to train it, groom it, and supply the companionship it needs; money to buy food and pay for the immunization shots and other medical care it may neec^ But a world without dogs, like a world without birds, would seem strange and unnatural. The minus factor to humanity would be inestimable because qualities found in dogs are not to be found in any other species. With the advancement of un- derstainding that the dog can be a serviceable and valuable wiy ^--iea\ animal, and can be trained to help the blind, the deaf, and others, a percentage of the dog population may well be con­ sidered essential. There's another quality dogs have that seems to be un­ matched by any other animals. Said simply, it's their en­ tertainment value. In times when the laughs are few and far between (who laughs after the tax man visiteth?) a happy-go- lucky pet reminds one that there can be cause to smile. A happy pet has the attitude that life is a bowl of cherries, and t's certainly nice to have mething around the house that expresses this carefree joy. Some dogs are born comedians. They know they are funny and love to perform for a laugh. The Standard Poodle is a genuinely funny dog. And there are other breeds and mixes that have this attribute. We are asking that you tell us about your pets -- all species. It's for a very good purpose. Helping Paws mails a newsletter regularly to its many members and con­ tributors, and the anecdotes, real-life experiences and behavior of your pets would be How old is your Home? If your home is less than 7 years old, you may save money. Call now and find out how much. Save up to 14% on Homeowners insurance one of the best parts of the newsletters. Send your items to Helping Paws, 465 Virginia street, Crystal Lake, 60014, and we'll put you on the mailing list. All dog adoptions include the cost of the spay or neuter surgery from a vet of our choice or a deduction from the cost of the surgery from a vet of your choice. DOGS FOR ADOPTION Two Staffordshire pups, males, 3 months, brindle with white, medium size; love "children, almost housebroken. 338-4520. Terrier mix 16 months spayed female, 20 pounds, brown with black mask, all shots, very good with children and pets, housebroken. 312-658- 4168. Honey and White 8 month old Collie Shepherd mix female, housebroken, semi long hair, good with children and pets, all shots. Dog house included, 338- 7813. Cream with black markings, Husky-Shepherd mix, semi- long hair, male, 5 years, housebroken, all shots, good with children and pets. 459-7632. Pedigree German Shepherd, 4 years, male, medium size, good with pets and older children, all shots, gentle. 344- 0746. White American Eskimo, 5 years, female, housebroken, shots, good with cats and older children, affectionate, 455-2924. Black Lab mix with white markings, male, large, neutered, housebroken, good with children and pets. 338-5435. 3 seven-week-old mini German Shepherd mix pups, short ha \ males, and female, black, tan and grey. 653-6371. Two 6-month-old Terrier mix pups, housebroken, male and female, white and brown, semi- long hair, first puppy shots, very good with children and pets. 385-8553. German Shepherd, spayed 14 year female, housebroken, good with children and pets, all shots, needs children to play with. 312-438-4958. . Russian Wolfhound Lab mix spayed female, 2 years, shots, good with children and other dogs. 675-2879. Silver grey pedigree Schnauzer, 1 year male, 15 pounds, housebroken, good with children and pets. 568-8384. CATS FOR ADOPTION All cats for adoption includes the cost of the surgery if done by a vet or our choice or a deduction from the cost of the surgery if done by a vet of your choice. 6 week old kitten, smoke grey female, shots, short hair, 459- 3946. Young tortoiseshell short hair female, originally found in March, 459-0324. Silver grey semi-long hair young male, green eyes, originally found in February. 385-2451. -- Spayed 6 months female, short hair brown and black tiger, orginally found in April, all shots. 312-639-2881. Grey Persian neutered male, 24 years, all shots, good with other pets and older children. 385-1721 evenings. 9 month loving neutered male, black and white, front declawed 312-658-3270. LOST AND FOUND Even though our list is sometimes small we always have many others on our books. Please call us immediately if M- H P V'_N l).t M EJL The McHenry Plaindealer (USPS 335-200) Established 1I7S 3SI2 W*»t Elm Street Phone 385-0170 McHenry. Illinois 60050 Published Every Wednesday t Friday at McHenry. Illinois Second Class Postage Paid at McHenry. Illinois By McHENRY PUBLISHING COMPANY Sufc«crtfc#ft or* to provid# immodioto notico of chonfo of oddrott to Tho M(H«nry hoindooltr 3112 W Elm St McHonry III 600SO A deduction oi on# month from tho oipiration of O subscription will bo modo whoro o chongo of oddrott is provided through tho Pott Off ico Doportmont Adele Froehlich-Editor I STATE FARM XN XEWfcR HOME DISCOUNT Larry E. Lund-Publisher NATIONAL NEWSPAPER NNA SUSTAINING MEMBER-1979 FrrePrtis A Ktf Dennis Conway 3319 W. Elm St McHenry 385-7111 SUBSCRIPTION RATES ' Y#or <.$12.00 1 Yeor $17.00 Outside McHenry County In McHenry County Casualty Company ii.ijlcn. Illinois SPECIAL OFFER! - .*• .b « 189 I6S6 9 ' i irt'O--« • spurgeons OPEN A SPURGEON'S CHAR0E ACCOUNT APRIL 28th thru MAY 6th AND RECEIVE A FANTASTIC 20% DISCOUNT ON YOUR FIRST TOTAL PURCHASE! * spurgeons 189 1656 9 MARY CUSTOMER ('SALE ITEMS EXCLHKD) Discount good with Credit Card only Allow two weeks for credit approval McHENRY MARKET PLACE 385-4100 - ' • • X. :• you lose or find a pet. 459-2641 and also call Animal Control, 338-7040. Found Cats: Large orange male, white face, chest and paws, adults short hair. 385- 0250. STAMPS AND STORIES Spring Musical Cast Selected At Marian High » UKXTZS STATS S By Stanley Ja Who is there who has not experienced the excitement of a circus, with its prancing horses, caged animals, lion tamer, trapeze acts, bareback riders and calliope music? And its clowns? Especially the clowns! The circus began thou­ sands of years ago in Rome, and didn't arrive in America until 1793. The first circus performance in America was attended by no less a dignitary than George Washington, himself. As America grew, tent cir­ cuses became more popular. There was hardly a town in the nation that wasn't visited by a tent show of some size. At one point, it took more than a hundred oversize rail cars to transport "The Greatest Show on Earth." But the advent of television and the urbanization of Amer­ ica gradually began to tell on the circus. Crowds began to fall off. More and more people stayed home to watch their favorite TV shows. The cost of operations became ex- horbitant, and many of the smaller circuses were forced to fold their tents and go out of business. On May 2, 1966, the Postal Service issued a five-cent stamp, bearing the portrait of a clown, in honor of the American circus. It was first placed on sale in Delavan, Wise., where many circus greats of the past are buried. Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Carousel" will be presented at Marian Central Catholic high school May 18. 19 and 20. The annual spring musical will be presented "in-the-round" and will be directed by Frank Marks of the Marian faculty. Students playing major roles in "Carousel" are Mike Davis (Billy Bigelow), Sue Alblinger (Julie), Sarah Peasley (Mrs. Mullin), Tim Hart (Bascom- be), Joy Spengel (Nettie), Fran McCormack (Enoch), Dave Heuvelman (Jigger), Dave Cooney (Heavenly Friend >. Terry Sherwood 'Doctor Seldon). and . l i l l Sehaefer (Louise). The story of ' Carousel" centers on a rough and tough young man (Bill Bigelow) who is very popular with the girls. He works on a carousel, marries, leaves the carousel, and turns to a life of crime.* After committing suicide, he goes to Heaven, where he is given a chance to return to earth to make amends and thereby earn the right to enter the "pearly gates". Many students are also in­ volved in "Carousel" as members of the chorus, dance troupe, set construction, properties, makeup, costumes, and various other committees. Richard Mikus is responsible for the musical direction of "Carousel" and Father Michael Tierney will head choreography and staging. Tickets will be available for "Carousel" from cast mem­ bers beginning May 7. Soybean Insurance Deadline Thursday, May 10, is the last day to sign up for federal crop insurance in McHenry county, it was Announced by Willard Davey/district director for the count Arek farmers are advised to sign up as soon as possible, Davey\said. Due to the limited nunrf6er\joT> FCIC represen- itives ana increasing interest 'in this USDA insurance program, he is concerned that all concerned farm operators ^: will not be contacted before the deadline. Under the increased coverages on soybeans available this year in Illinois, farm operators or owners can select the amount of protection per acre to cover their in­ vestment in the crop. Even today's higher costs. If an insurance contract guarantees a farmer will har­ vest 25 bushels per acre of soybeans at the $4.50 per bushel price selection, he is assured an income of $112.50 per acre for his efforts. If the crop only produces a value of $60 per acre, the insured farmer will receive a cash payment of $52.50 per acre.' For details on the program in McHenry county, and for ap­ plication for the protection, contact the Federal Crop In­ surance office at Route 23 and Dayton road in Ottawa. The phone number is 433-0514. Tvfefure Photography Focus Nature photography is quickly becoming one of the most popular avenues for enjoying the outdoors. It is a most enriching way to learn and understand nature. On May 12from 2-5p.m., two qualified nature photographers of this area, Joyce Perbix and Chuck Hudson, will conduct a special workshop on nature photography at the Indian Ridge Conservation site near McHenry. The workshop will feature an inside lecture on equipment, lighting, com- positon and technique followed by an outside trail experience which will offer the opportunity to practice techniques on selected nature subjects. The workshop is conducted by the McHenry County Con­ servation district and is open to anyone interested, free of charge. People are invited to come early and meet others who share the same interests. The Indian Ridge Con­ servation site is located near the Orchard heights sub­ division at the east end of State Park road, south of McHenry. Bear right through the sub­ division. Just past the marsh and a wooded ridge, watch for the entrance on the right. Soloists, Special Guests In Concert Members of the First United Methodist church senior choir, soloists and guests are preparing for their choral (Dut ̂ %EEnflOU±E± • AT 22005 HARMONY ROAD NOW OPEN FOR SPRING PLANTING Geraniums Petunias Begonias Impatiants Tomatoes Cabbage Herbs Many Other Items WATCH FOR OUR WEEKLY SPECIALS STARTING MAY 10 HARMONY GARDEN GREENHOUSES Next to NW Tollway on Harmony Road % Mile West of ill. Route 23 568-8048 SPRING HOURS: 9 A.M. TILL DARK - 7 DAYS concert Sunday, May 6, at 4 p.m in the sanctuary of the church at 3717 W. Main, McHenry. The choir will sing favorite hymn selections, spirituals and medleys from Neil Diamond and George M. Cohan. Also included in the program will be individual and group numbers. Soloists are Bill Abel, Becky Dolby, Veretta Gerstad, Ellen Meyers and Jim Potts. Special guests are Bill DeMarco on drums and Scott Freund on guitar. The choir is directed by Bill Toalson and accompanied by Lynn Sobczak. Tickets will be on sale at the door. EARLY BIRD 6it 6rill Special 5 Warm Morning Drnhna&r Beginning Monday, April 16, and running through Tuesday, May 15, 1979, Norgas is of fering you the opportunity to purchase that Warm Morning gas grill you've been wanting and at a savings, too! All grills, portable, post mount and deck mounts will be on sale during this event. All portable grills purchased during this Early Bird sale will receive two free fills of gas. EARLY BIRD Gas Grill Social Purchase a new grill from Norgas during our Early Bird stfle and we'll give you an additional 10 percent price reduction from our regular re tail price on any other major appliance pur­ chased from Norgas for up to three months from the date you purchased your new grill. I "I YES! Please contact me right away about | a new Gas Grill. Name. NORGAS CREDIT Address. Town__ z.p Early Bird of fer good'from Apri l 16th thru May 15th 1979. 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