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A- ^GEIZ-PIAINDEA^R^EDNESDAY^JA^^YMWI mtmHiM, j ----M Due to rapid business expansion, we are curre^K^ tly seeking a qualified individual for a main­ tenance position. Qualifications include: Elec­ trical background, and 2 years maintenance ex­ perience. Hours are 12:30 to 9:00 pm. (with oc­ casional overtime.) We offer good starting salary, complete benefit package and oppor­ tunity for advancement. Apply in person or call 815-385-7020 Gearmastvr Division of Emerson Electric 1809 S. Rte. 31 McHenry, II. •quol opportunity omployor M/F i' r • i 9 G E A R M A S T E R Diabetes Threat To Sight |)eaths •cub scouts! PArK 151 Gub Scout Pack No. 351 had its December pack meeting, ODened bv Den 1 presenting the colors. A Christmas play about Santa Claus and his rein­ deers was then put on by the Webelo den. The Christmas elf came out afterwards. The elf, Nancy Smith, and her parents led the boys in some games, musical chairs and blow up a balloon game. The Christmas elf then handed a gift out of a bag to all the children, which had candy. The Cub Scouts were also given a block of wood that they will be carving into a car. They will be making the cars to be in a race called the Pinewood Derby race, Jan. 18. Four boys received awards this month. The boys and the awards were Steve Sieverin, 1 silver arrow; Chris Ziebel, 3 silver arrows and 1 gold arrow; Ed Wegener, 1 gold arrow and 1> silver; and Matt Smith, an Athlete pin, Scientist pin and an Aquanaut pin. Then mothers of Philip Wegener and Sgan Leonard were given the Bobcat pin. Last of all, Mrs. Jill Leonard was given her Den leader's patch. The meeting was ended with Christmas carols and the retiring of the colors, (flags). Then refreshments were served. Scribe You often see grown people act like children, but it is rare to see a child act like an adult. With the number of diabetics in the United States rising steadily, an eye disease linked to their condition is fast emerging as the nation's leading cause of blindness. The National SOciety to Prevent Blindness reports that the eye disor­ der, diabetic retinopathy, is already the number one cause of new cases of vision loss among adults between ages 20 and 74 - some 4,700 each year. "The longer a person has diabetes, the greater risk of retinopathy," said Virginia S. Boyce, executive director of the National society. "Most of those who have diabetes for 15 years or more are affected by it to some degree." It is estimated that there may be as many as 10 million Americans who are diabetic. Since early diagnosis improves the chance of saving vision in many cases, the society urges all diabetics to have regular eye examinations by ah ophthalmologist (medical eye specialist). To inform those at risk about retinopathy and the need for regular eye care, the Society has just issued a pamphlet describing diabetic retinopathy and its treatments. In retinopathy, the small blood vessels nourishing the retina, the eye's back layer which is vital to vision, weaken and break down, the pamphlet explains. The disease is unpredictable; episodes of blood vessel damage can be followed by self-healing and loss of symptoms. Even though a majority of long-term diabetics have seme blood vessel damage, only about 5 percent develop severe vision impairment or blindness. A national study to in­ vestigate treatment for diabetic retinopathy is under way at major medical colters, sponsored by the National Eye institute. The disease currently is treated most often with photocoagulation, the use of an intensive beam of light, usually a laser, to seal the affected blood vessels. For more information, write for a free copy of the Society's new folder on diabetic retinopathy. Send a stamped, self-addressed, business-size envelope to National Society to Prevent Blindness, 79 Madison Avenue, New York, New York 10016. The National societv. established in 1906, is the oldest voluntary health agency nationally engaged in preventing blindness through community service programs, public and professional education and research. Insurance Dividends Due State Veterans Veterans of Illinois will receive $31,147,000 ,in dividends during the year 1961 on insurance they have kept in force since their active duty days. Donald R. Ramsey, director of the regional of­ fice of the VA in Chicago, said the dividends will be paid on the anniversary of the policy, and no ap­ plication is needed, as they are paid automatically. Sharing in the dividends in Illinois will be 206,199 veterans who served in World War I, World War II g, and Korea. There is no government insurance for the Vietnam era veterans. Ramsey said the dividends will be larger than last year since the funds earned higher interest rates during \ ere's the story of the classified ad that could. . . . . .add up to big benefits for you. . . .give you great ideas / on saving money. . . The classifieds are full of merchandise and items that you can save a lot of money on. So, next time you have a need for anything, check the classifieds first! If you have an attic, garage, or closet full of things you don't use--and probably never will -- the classified i can turn those things into instant cash. .. .make buying and selling a real snap... Whether buying or selling, you can do all your shopping conveniently at home! . .be in today and read tomorrow. . . Placing an ad rfi the classifieds brings fast results; there's no waiting around. Call in your ad today. .. .help yoii find almost anything under the sun! McHenry Plaindealer 385-0170 the year. Nationally the dividends will amount to $619 million, $53 million higher than last year. Policy holders will receive amounts depending on the type of policy, the amount of insurance in force, the in­ sured's age at issue or renewal and time the policy has been in force. The average amount to be paid to the 3,373 World War I veterans with current policies is $2%. <The dividends will total $1,027,000. World War II veterans who have kept their insurance policies in force in the state number 163,438. Total dividends will be $27,200,000 with an average of $168 each. Korean Conflict policy holders, who number 10,182 will receive an average payment of $67. Total dividends will be $641,000. Disabled veterans who have a special type of GI insurance will also receive increased dividends, ac­ cording to Ramsey. . - • -i - , * • • * It is always a pleasure to find a really good cook, taking pride in his or her profession. ROBERT G. SMITH Robert G. Smith, Sr., 3023 Victoria avenue, McHenry, died Tuesday,* Jan; 6, at Memorial hospital for McHenry county, Wood­ stock. He was 76 years old, born in Chicago July 14,1904, the son of Rueben and Catherine (Galley) Smith. Mr. Smith lived in McHenry about 17 years, having come from Chicago. He was a retired Market Business Manager for Jewel Food stores. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Lola, nee Williams, whom he married Sept. 8,1922. Also surviving are two sons, Robert G., Jr._ of Naples, Flaf. and William L. of Rolling Meadows; two daughters, Beverly Jane Smith of Schiller Park and Donna Smith Witecha of Rolling Meadows; 19 grandchildren; six great­ grandchildren and a brother, Dr. Warren F. Smith of River Forest, 111. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard F., two brothers and one sister. A funeral Mass will be offered Thursday, ll a.m., at St. Patrick's Catholic church, McHenry, with burial to follow in St. Patrick's Countryside cemetery, McHenry. Friends may call from 3 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, at the Peter M. J us ten & Son funeral home. ELMER W. TEWS Elmer W. Tews, 4012 W. Kane avenue, McHenry, died Thursday, Jan. 1, at his home. He was 83 years old, born in Chicago May 14,1897, the son of Karl and Sophie Tews. a Mr. Tews lived in McHenry about nine years, having come from Chicago. He was a retired mail carrier for the Uptown Station of the U.S. Post Office, Chicago and a life member of the National Association of Letter Carriers. He was preceded in death by his wife, Theodosia April 19, 1962, and a daughter, Mrs. Rita Zimny. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs: Maynard ( D o r o t h y ) E l l e r , Harrisburg, Pa.; Mrs. W a l t e r ( W i n i f r e d ) Ankelbrant, Chicago; and Mrs. Jay (Esther Cygan) Childs, McHenry; one son, Carl of Schiller Park, 111.; eight grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Martha Slifka of Oak Park, IU. A funeral Mass was conducted Monday, 9:30 a.m., at St. Patrick's Catholic church, McHenry and burial was in Resurrection cemetery, Justice, 111. Visitation was Sunday from 3 to 9 p.m., at the Peter M. J us ten k Son funeral home. AGNES NELL Agnes Nell, 72, ft 3424 W. Fairway drive, McHenry,- died Friday, Jan. 2, in Cares tod Professional Care center. She was born Sept. 25,1906, in V<rio, 111., to Jacob and Josephine (Schaefer) Weingart. Mrs. Nell was born and raised in the area and belonged to St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic church, McH$nry. She was the former owner of Nell's Ballroom, until 1949; had been employed by Oak In­ dustries, Inc., Crystal Lake, in the Accounting depart­ ment; and was a member of Catholic Order of Foresters, St. Agatha Court No. 777. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Elaine Sch- maling of McHenry and Mrs. Donald (Joan) Freund of Crystal Lake; four grand­ children; four sisters, Julia Karpinsld of McHenry; Sally Residean of Largo, Fla.; Elma and Marie Degan, both of Chicago; and two brothers, John Weingart of McHenry and Williaih (Bud) Weingart of Fox Lake. Mrs. Nell was preceded in death by her husband Frank in July, 1952; a daughter Sandra Nell in 1962; and a sister, Helen Sauder Visitation was held Sunday from 3 to 9 p.m., at the George R. Jus ten k Son funeral home. A funeral Mass was conducted Mon­ day, 10 a.m. in St. John's church, with interment in St. John's cemetery. - Memorial Masses would be appreciated. EMIL MALINA Emil Joseph Malina, 71, of 4708 W. Oak wood drive, McHenry, died Friday evening, Jan. 2, at his residence. He was born July 31, 1909, in Chicago, to Joseph and Marie (Zelienka) "Malina. Mr. Malina was an em­ ployee of Western Electric for 45 years and resided in McHenry the past 7V4 years, having come from West­ chester, 111. Survivors include his wife Mildred, nee Cermak, whom he married Sept. 22, 1932, in Chicago; two daughters, Mrs. Harry (Frtncine) Vincent, Buchanan, Mich, and Barbara Roberts, Hanover Park, 111.; two sons, Emil F., Schaumburg, 111. and Jerold, Westmont, 111.; four grandchildren; one sister and two brothers. He was preceded in death > by a brother Joseph. 7 Visitation was held Sun­ day, from 3 to 9 p.m., at the George R. Justen It Son funeral home where funeral services were conducted Monday, at 2 p.m., with Rev. Roger Schneider officiating. Interment was in Windridge cemetery, Cary, 111. Memorials are requested in his name to the Diabetes foundation. * ^ American business needs a lifting purpose greater than the struggle of materialism. 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