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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 20 Aug 1980, p. 26

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I Lakemoor-Lilyrrtoor Area Margaret Karas 385-4934 Lakemoor's Millionaire At the CB'ers early Christmas party on Aug. 9, hosted by the Covered Wagon, John La Barbara of Lakemoor, the White Cat, aka Mary Halsey, won a four pound "gold" nugget, making her the nouveau riche person of Lakemoor. Little Spike, another CB'er, received a golden railroad spike. About 200 people gathered for the party. Santa Claus came loaded with gifts for about 100 children, which took over an hour to distribute. Sloppy Joes made by the White Cat, corn donated by a neighboring farmer, and refreshments compliments of the Covered Wagon, made for a beautiful and happy Christmas party in August. NEW NEWSLETTER Our community will now be kept informed 4N|he actions of the Lakemoor Village government. A monthly newsletter is being distributed, telling of the results of the bi-monthly meetings of the board, in­ teresting events in the village, plus an editorial ' unsigned, which raises questions. How will Lakemoor's "Police department", consisting of one town marshal, be ctxpen? Will the small farm afljjijprise be allowed to continue in the village limits? Will growing our own food win, or are we truly in an urban area? Come to the next village meeting, Aug. 28, and be a part of the next episode in the saga of Lakemoor. SPECIAL DAYS Marion Leske, a talented and spirited lady from Lilymoor, will be celebrating her birthday Aug. 20. The prayer for this dear person is for good health, so she may continue her current avocation, the reproduction of antique dolls. Anyone who has seen Marion's work, appreciates the artistry and arduous hours that go into making these precious replicas. ; Marion has been active in the growth of Lilymoor through working with past Lilymoor associations, and with her work with the McHenry Nunda Library Board. She always has a helping hand or listening heart for her neighbors. Have a beautiful day, Marion. Irene Thornton, also of Lilymoor, has the same birthdate, and will have the wishes of her family and friends. This will be her first birthday without the physical presence of her dear mother, Lu Graven- stuk, who left us last Oc­ tober. Enjoy the happy memories. Ida Legge, our com­ munity's oldest youngster, will be celebrating her birthday Aug. 22. Ninety- seven years, and still heating the collected rain water on her stove. She is still able to do for herself, with a helping hand from neighbor Bill Koehler, who takes her shopping and to the doctor. Friend Alma Hueckstaedt gave Ida her regular permanent, so she is now all prettied up to greet her new year. MajL. you celebrate as many ihore as you want, dear Ida. Barbara Nejedly, active in Lakemoor affairs, has her day on Aug. 21. Edna O'Donnell celebrates Aug. 24. Young and pretty Roberta Mayhew starts another year on the twenty- sixth. ANNIVERSARIES Belated wishes for con­ tinued marital bliss go to Chester and Dorothy Atkins of Lakemoor, who celebrated their fiftieth anniversary Aug. 9. David and Virgie Eggert will be enjoying their fifth on Aug. 22. Silver wedding bells will be ringing for Alyce and Andreas Kowal of Lakemoor on Aug. 24. Alyce was in­ volved with the veterans at the hosptial in North Chicago, for many years, devoting many hours to making illness -less painful for many veterans. Alyce and Andy are now busy with cosmetics, gardening, Indiana, and each other. LIBRARY PICNIC , The summer readers in the McHenry Nunda Library's program, had a fun time on Tuesday, Aug. 12. Clowns Chris Watkins and Beth made up the youngsters' faces in various colors, adding to the outer- space theme. Tracy Bonesz and Brian Deeke helped with the games, and Ronnie Bonesz dispensed the orange drink provided by a favorite fast food place. Cup cakes and cookies were donated by friends of the library, in­ cluding Billie Nejedly. The game prizes were provided by the library, with an assist from our favorite state bank. The youngsters received certificates in recognition of their participation in reading in the summer time. Stephen Mumma was the most avid reader, with brother Chris second. For many youngsters, summer was more fun, due to the library. ETHNIC PICNIC Sunday, Aug. 24, is the date to enjoy an Austrian picnic at the Steirer Aim in Lily Lake Park subdivision. This is the area which was used by the McHenry Township Fire department for their happy afternoon and evening affair on Aug. 9. The Steirer club has opened its picnics to the public, inviting area people to learn of Austrian foods, dances and customs. For an enjoyable afternoon with good food, fun and games for children, follow the green and white streamers on Lily Lake road. SCHOOL TIME Aug. 27 is the date for many of our children to be returning to school life. How well they do, what they learn and remember, will depend much on personal effort, plus family support. Among those students going on to higher education, are Tricia Goebel, Lily Ann and Brian Baker's daughter. She will be attending classes at the University of Illinois on a scholarship issued by the State of Illinois General Assembly. Also. continuing at Northern Illinois university is Maribeth Karas, who has received a scholarship from the Illinois State Library for graduate study in library science. Excitement of learning new skills, making new friends, self-discovery, await all who are attending school. The effort expended will determine what is received, all adding to a fuller understanding of life. COMMUNITY CALENDAR The McHenry Plaindealer Newspaper Available At The Following Locations: •WHITE HEN PANTRY •J A L GAS •MAYS DRUG •LAKEVIEW •BELL LIQUORS •SUNNYSIDE FOOD •McHENRY WALGREEN • JOHNSBURG FOOD MART •BOLGER'S DRUG STORE a ADAMS GROCERY •BEN FRANKLIN •LITTLE STORE •OSCO DRUGS •FRED A IRENE'S TAP •JEWEL •McHENRY QUICK MART •HORNSBY'S •SUNRISE GROCERY •HERMES A CO. •STEINY TAP •LIQUOR MART •VILLAGE MART •McCULLOM LAKE GROC. •HILLTOP GROCERY •FOOD MART •JRRSTORE •McHENRY HOSPITAL •BITS A PIECES •NORTHWEST TRAIN Aug. 20. Lily Lake Con­ servation club open meeting. Last chance to become new owner of hand-made quilt! 8 p.m., Lakemoor Municipal building. Aug. 24. Steirer club picnic. Lily Lake Park, l p.m. Aug. 26. Rummage sale, Moose hall Route 120, 10-4 p.m. Sponsored by McHenry County Senior Citizens. Call Mildred Nejedly for in­ formation. Aug. 28. Lakemoor Village meeting. 8 p.m. Sept. 4. Property tax bills due. Sept. 8. Lilymoor association meeting. 7 p.m. at 1008 N. Dale, 385-8568. Erroneously reported as Sept. 7 in the Aug. 13 column. FAREWELL The Neeley family of Fritzsche Estates moved to Tennessee this past week, after sad farewells to friends here. Especially missed will be Ramona Neeley, who with Diana Pickett, has been one half of the "McHenry Nunda Library Twins", so named by the librarian. Ramona helped with the Story Hour this summer, reading to the pre-schoolers on Tuesday mornings. She will also be remembered as the library painter, along with Diana, for painting the library exterior using small paint brushes and lots of energy. We are awaiting your visit next summer, Ramona. May your gentleness, candor and Wonder Lake Anne Sowers 653-9549 Nine-Year-Old Becomes Hero P.J. Grunst performed a very heroic deed on a recent trip to Wisconsin. While vacationing with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Randall Grunst, P.J. was planning on a'leisure swim in the pool. All of a sudden, he noticed the body of a young child at the bottom of the pool and after jumping in pulled the two year old to the surface. There was a lifeguard on duty who started mouth to mouth resuscitation and P.J. helped with the procedure. He had never been taught to do this, but said he had seen it done on T.V. P.J. Grunst, a hero at the age of nine! FOURTEEN YEAR OLD TOURNAMENT The Wonder Lake 14-year- old All Star team finished third in the McHenry tournament. They beat McHenry, lost to Antioch, charm give others in your new community as much joy as knowing you has given us. GOD BLESS beat Lake Zurich, and then lost to McHenry. Their last game was highlighted by two hit pit­ ching by both sides. Ed Galligher and Kevin Moore combined for our two hitter. McHenry scored twice on squeeze bunts to win. The hard hitting Wonder Lakers were led by first baseman, Roger Gonzalez hitting 555 in the tournament and pitcher George Birdsell winning two games. The other members of the team were: Bill Beaman, Dan Crook, Scott Darnick, Rich Drabek, Craig Hanley, Brad Johnson, and Rob Johnson. LADIES SODALITY The Ladies Sodality of Christ the King church began their new year with a marvelous array of food at the home of Addie Peklo. The installation of officers was performed by Father Tranel. Plans for upcoming meetings were discussed, but the major point of business was the discussion of the Rummage sale to be held Aug. 28-31. This will be the main fund raiser for the Ladies Sodality so Vi Rocowicz, president, asked SECTION 2 all the ladies to please do their part to make this event successful All articles for the Rummage sale may be brought to the school hall any morning up until the sale. The next sodality meeting will be Thursday, Oct. 9,7:30 p.m. in Christ the King church hall. SPECIAL DAYS "Happy Birthday" to Len Spencer who will be celebrating his special day Aug. 21. Congratulations to George and Jean Hartmann, who will be celebrating their wedding anniversary Aug. 23. BLUE-GREEN ALGAE For several weeks, people living on the lake front, going boating, or taking their children to a beach, were noticing a brown, bubbling substance in the water. The Health depart­ ment was called in and, as a result of their samples, it was found that blue-green algae had invaded the lake. It has now cleared up and swimming is again safe. LADIES GROUPS INVITED The McCullom Lake Beach moms have extended an invitation to all ladies' groups in Wonder Lake to join them at the Beach House on Sept. 3. They will be offering a free demonstration and mini PAGE 7 • PLAIN DEALER . WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20, I960 Jaycees Leaders In, "Operation Red Ball" "Operation Red Ball" is a program designed to give an immediate alert to firefighters and rescue squad personnel of rooms in a residential home where small children, disabled people are located. During a fire or similar emergency, seconds can be saved in locating children or people who may not be able to escape without help. The few seconds can mean the dif­ ference between life and lesson in aerobic dancing by a qualified instructor. It will begin at 8:30 p.m. and be completed by 10 p.m. For further information you may call 344-3864. COMMUNITY CALENDAR Aug. 20 Young At Hearts; 10:30 a.m.; Christ the King hall. Aug. 23 Yacht club Western party. Aug. 25 First day of school for Marian Central high. Aug. 27 First day of school for District 200 and Harrison. Aug. 28-31 Rummage sale; Christ the King school hall. Sept. 1 Labor day Sept. 4 Woman's club Friendship Tea; 7:30 p.m. Nativity Lutheran church hall. death, an many instance. A small red ball symbol is affixed to the window' of rooms occupied by sifiall children or disabled people. Once emergency cr+ws arrive on the scene, the red ball signifies immediately those rooms in which there may be someone who cannot readily escape ' in an emergency. McHenry Jaycees can- vased the Eastwood Manor community on a door-to-door basis Saturday, Aug. 16. The purpose was to determine the amount of red ball in- signias to be ordered. On Saturday, Aug. 23, 1980, Red Ball decals will be delivered to each household which requested them. Should a household be missed during the door-to- door canvasing, call Dan Franke at 385-7742 if in­ terested in participating in "Operation Red Ball". LOTTERY SALES The Illinois State Lottery's sales were $97.3 million in Fiscal Year I960, an in­ crease of 43 percent over 1979's fiscal sales of $68 million. Richard W. Carlson, Lottery superintendent, attributes the sales increase to the success of the Daily Game, which has sales of $42.4 million since it was introduced on Feb. 19, I960. Prices effective while quantities lest. 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