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Show Media Group 1981 Fair Guidm--Pogm 27 Contests and competitors Grange members man the gates WOODSTOCK - "Unheralded, but seen by every visitor to the McHenry County Fair. Unpaid, and out of choice, not through lack of appreciation or a desire by those who depend on them to reward them in a monetary way. These nearly 100 volunteers who provide this dependable; quiet service are members of the Pomona Grange. These men are gatekeepers on all five days of the McHenry County Fair. From the opening of the first gate at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, to late in the evening Sunday, Aug. 9, at least two Grange members will be at each of the gates. Some must start at 6:30 a.m. because on > two days events for the horse shows require an early begin­ ning. Woodstock dairy farmer Lyle Given smiles when asked how long he has been involved in duties required to staff the gates. He assumed the chair­ manship in 1965, he figures, and adds the Grange members do more than collect tickets. "They help control traffic, they alert security personnel to certain situations and they serve as the first welcoming committee for the nearly 100,000 visitors that come through the gates/' said Given. More than $31,000 offered in fair prizes WOODSTOCK -- A sizable amount of prize money that totals more than $31,000 is being offered to McHenry County Fair exhibitors and competitors in the myriad of events planned for the five-day extravaganza that begins Wednesday, Aug. 5, in Woodstock. The 4-H competitions is an integral part of the county fair, a major summer event since 1949 when the McHenry County Fair was revived after an in­ terlude of 25 years. However, equally important for a great many people are opportunities to compete, to win prize money or trophies, and to exhibit their best against the finest competition available. The junior and open class shows provide one opportunity. Harness racing, tractor pulling, the new open horse show and an antique show provide other opportunities to vie. Sheep entrants in the open show will strive to earn part of the $3,520 offered, one of the larger amounts designated as prize money. Dairy entrants will seek a •fof in our comfortable restaurant CHICKEN PICKIN' WEDNESDAYS ^ Piece Dinner anytime any Wednesday $2 20 •Carry Out for your convenience Kentucky Frwd tfueken 2020 N. Seminary (Rt. 47) Woodstock Given, whose family members volunteer their service to augment the sizable Grange work force, patrols the grounds and keeps regular contact with the workers. He makes sure the gates are adequately staffed and arranges for relief help when necessary. He also takes a frequent turn at the gates to support the relief workers. The McHenry County Fair Board does pay the Grange members a moderate hourly^age, and the money goes to the Pomona Grange. Last year Ray Fasse, Pomona Grange master, followed a long custom and returned the check to the fair association for use by the board in enhancing fair ac­ tivities. CMBBOK share of the $2,790 offered in the open show while rabbit exhibitors will work for a portion of the $2,024 provided by the fair board. "All prize money paid cut by the fair association in open class competition comes from gate receipts and entry fees," said fair treasurer Jack Hayes. "No state or tax funds of any kind come to the fair for premium money." Harness racing on the first two days of the fair will find horse owners jockeying for a part of $3,600 to be divided among winners of five races. The tractor pull will attract many entries, based on the prize money of­ fered -- $3,230. The horse show is being restructured this year, making its entry classes in keeping with the request of horse owners in the area. The carriage class, for example, is expected to be a crowd- pleasing event, predicts committee chairman John Crowden. The com­ mittee is offering $1,900 in prize money for the all-day Saturday, Aug. 8, feature event. The Colonel Invites you to enjoy.. A FAIR Meal at a FAIR Price! •Delicious Chicken & Sandwiches •New Chicken Sandwich •Kentucky Fries*Salads*Desserts BANQUET HALL FACILITIES UP TO 200 PEOPLE '!!! 0U> T0WNE HALL AM CONDITIONED OLD TOWNE HALL 54 Brink St (At Williams) Downtown Crystal Lakr BRILUON A.A. ANDERSON, INC. TRACTORS FARM MACHINES New Idea ^H^IEWIOEA Gehl Line International Harvester Brillton < HOME APPLIANCES General Electric Kitchen Aid NEW AND USED FARM EQUIPMENT LARGE STOCK OF PARTS AND REPAIRS SHOP DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE 943-5454 20909 CROWtET 00. Rt. 14 North at Crowley Rd. Harvard &! Q