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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 6 Nov 1981, p. 59

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M? f * , * A .fiflV-rtoU .?• -AMv PAGE 7 - PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER «, 1MI Christmas is in the air and families will soon be getting together to observe customs that originated in faraway places. From Scandinavia, came the burning of the yule log to commemorate the onset of winter; carols which began as dances accompanied by song were introduced in Italy ; and the beloved image of Santa Claus was brought from En gland in honor of Old St. Nicholas, a 4th century bishop. Today, the most widespread of the holiday customs is the exchanging of gifts with friends and relatives. Among the timeliest of presents are watches, and the offerings by Timex are sure to please both giver and receiver. There's a multitude of voir sitsppTwnnirsiKf'yiMBEffik Mate it easy on yonraelf by choosing a streamlined, ilmple-to-operate digital for him and for her. Juat a touch of the front bar and the watch is set. Time* has seen to it that gift-giving can be pleasurable is well as affordable. Charming stocking stuffers made of gold Santa couldn't have it any easier this holiday season. He's giying clever little bits of gold jewelry, the perfect stocking stuffier. With today's increasing in­ sistence on quality and the Reagan budget cut, more Christmas shoppers are ex­ pected to join Santa in gifting their loved ones with karat gold jewelry. According to the Gold In­ formation Center, lower gold prices and the fashion em­ phasis on dressier, more ele­ gant looks have rekindled the gold rush. Jewelry stores around the country are reportedly well- stocked for the holidays, with a greater variety of gold jew­ elry gift choices There's something for everyone, in.all price ranges, from the most luxe, opulent 18-karat gold designs, to fan­ ciful and affordable novelties and charms ,in 14-karat gold. So, this year say it with gold jewelry and your senti­ ments will be cherished for years to come! USAM'T HOB 6/ MUM f.WOMEN J fa tores why West is Best because the materials and craftsmanship are so- obviously--tine Like our boots with genuine leather uppers complete with miaid leather detailing and carefully abundant stitching All on sleekly shaped vamps over stacked woodlook heels Gorgeous Pre-Christmos Special! All Boots November 6 thru November 11 3902 W.MAIH STREET . WwrV. -.V'. 044-5330 (LOCATED OEHIND CMWSTOPHCAS5 styles and shapes to choose from. Some circle the wrist with bangles, expansion bands, or all-in-one bracelets, while others feature sporty leather straps. Distinctive dials display Roman or Arabic numerals, simple stick markers, or digital read-outs. Mechanisms range from the manually-wound mechanical and no-wind automatic, to the battery-powered electric, quartz and digital. Also avail­ able are day/date and calendar windows, sweep-second hands, and luminous hands and markers. Pocket watches, with un­ adorned open faces or em­ bossed cases make especially versatile mementos. The women in your life will love wearing one on a chain. Whether it's on the wrist, in the pocket, or around the neck, Timex's timepieces are styled wih fashion know-how at a price that won't pinch your yuletime budget. SILHOUETTE'S 4719 W. Elm St. McH«nry, Illinois 385-2990 OPEN WED. THRU SAT OPEN THURS. EVENINGS TREAT A FRIEND TO A HOLIDAY DO" WITH A GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM ^ nfri GREET THE HOLIDAYS WITH A STYLE FROM E SILHOUETTE'S by CORNINO M Light Christmas Tree Set Salc Miniature set for indoor or outdoor use Features add-on plug and 2 spare bulbs. Converts to blinking Choose clear. 287-0467 or assorted colors. 287 0459 , Corelle® Dinnerware 16-pc Corelle dinnerware from Corning Includes 4 each of dinner plates, soup bowls, cups and saucers. Choose from four patterns. 135 2822, 136- 3332. 3803. 5634 BESTBUYG MSS Sharp Portable Printer/Display Calculator 10-digH LCD print/display calculator with memory. % key, decimal selector, add mode, constant/reciprocal and add on/discount calculations Has automatic power off, uses 3 "AA" batt (incl | or uses AC adapter (not incl ) 228 0097 "PERFECT FOR DAD" Panasonic AM/FM Digital Clock Radio Features fluorescent numeric display, doze alarm, power failure indicator, buzzer or music alarm all in an attractive ood grain look cabinet 203 3801 HflmilTON BIRCH BESTBUYG 19& 7a Speed Hamilton Beach Blender Push button controls Features shatter­ proof container and detachable cutting blades for easy cleaning Choose almond 159 21 79 or gold, 159 2187 KSTBUYC BESTBUYG 4497 Sale shop*vac *-GallorfShop Vac Powerful 6 gal wet/dry vac for basement, workroom or garage Features fcft x 1 V«-in hose, pick-up nozzle and 2 wands. 316-5057 Fisher Price Play Desk Your child will have fun while learning with this wonderful portable play desk Features a steel magnetic chalkboard, an alphabet of letters and 16 activity cards that associate familiar phrases with pictures 3 8 yrs 802- 4572 MCHENRVMARKET PLACE 385-6655 SALE GOOD NOV. 6 - NOV. 15

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