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Home Mission Church Holds Fall Convention Maranatha Assembly of God, McHenry, held its first missions convention recently. During which $3,076 was pledged for foreign and home missions programs for the Assemblies of God. Since the church is relatively new (first service was held May 17,1961) it was very exciting to have a missions program.. Bob and Paula Marks are the missionaries who are being supported by Maranatha Assembly. Brother Marks, a Central Bible college graduate, has pastored several churches. He has always had a burden for missions and he and his wife have felt God calling them to minister in France. They hope to be leaving next spring to do God's work in the four French speaking countries - France, Swit­ zerland, Belgium and Luxembourg. P a s t o r L a w r e n c e Thompson was very pleased with the first missions convention of his church. The church is located in the K. of C. hall, 1304 N. Park avenue, McHenry. The church will be having a watchnight service Dec. 31, beginning at 9 p.m. There will be special music, food, (potluck), fellowship, and a Communion service followed by prayer for the New Year. For further information call 344-0557. Don't Let Burglars Ruin Your Christmas One of the best ways to invite a burglar into your home during the Christmas season is to leave your doors unlocked. While the holidays are a time of party-planning and gift-giving, burglars know they are a time when many people spend long hour away from home. The Insurance In­ formation Institute urges all persons to take the extra time and make their homes as burglar-proof as possible. Nothing can make a home completely safe, but a few extra steps can make things difficult for the burglar. For instance, the Institute says, nothing makes a burglar's work easier than an open or unlocked garage door. The I.I.I, offers these tips: ...Check the identification of any unknown person before allowing them into your home. More than one thief has "cased" a house for a break-in later on by pretending to collect for a worthwhile cause or to deliver packages. ...Arrange for a neighbor to collect Christmas cards and other mail if you plan to be out of town during the holiday season. ...Lock your home and garage while going shop­ ping, even if you will be away for only a short period. ...When shopping, lock purchases in the trunk, or put them out of sight if left in the car. ...I.I.I, suggestions for securing your home while you are away include: , ...Automatic garage door openers, not only convenient on cold winter nights, are effective security devices. ...Cane bolts made of steel should be placed on both edges of the garage door so that they cannot be pulled back to one side to allow a forced entry. ...Padlocks, if used, should have the following features: a heel-and-toe locking mechanism, a five-pin tumbler, a lock that must be closed before the key can be removed, a shackle made of hardened steel at least 9- 23rds inch thick. ...Locks should be used on items in the garage such as food freezers, tool boxes, bicycles and lawnmowers if the garage door cannot be locked. ...Dead-bolt locks should be installed on doors con­ necting the garage with the house. ...Anti-slide mechanisms or key-operated devices should be used to secure garage windows. . ...Covers should be placed over garage windows to keep persons from seeing inside. An empty garage signals a thief that no one is home. BIRTHS Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy T. Bennett of McHenry welcomed their third child, and third son, Dec. 18, at Memorial hospital for McHenry county, Wood­ stock. The seven and a half- pound baby has been named Joel Thomas. Greeting him on his arrival home were brothers Jeremy and Aaron. The paternal grandmother is Mrs. Dorothy Bennett of McHenry and the maternal grandmother is Mrs. Helen Leilikus of South Carolina. Brian and Maureen Harris, 2308 Glenwood lane, McHenry, announce the birth of their first child on Dec. 10. Lauren Jean arrived at McHenry hospital weighing 6 lb. 4Vi oz. Maternal grandparents are Raymond and Mary Jordan of Livonia, Mich. Ken and Mary Harris of Fenton, Mich, are the paternal grandparents. Among recent births recorded at Memorial hospital for McHenry county, Woodstock was the Dec. 18 birth of a girl to Mr. and Mrs. Martin Jesski of Wonder Lake; the Dec. 19 birth of boys to Mr. and Mrs. Bert Stittgen of McHenry and Mr. and Mrs. William Brunkow of Wonder Lake; and the Dec. 20 birth of a girl to Mr. and Mrs. James Chevopulos of Wonder Lake. HOSPITAL NOTES WOODSTOCK Admissions: Master Justin Clemens of McHenry; Mrs. Mary Martin and Mrs. Lena De Pyssler of Wonder ----ZZZ-X-- CHRISTMAS LEGENDS One of the most common legends, found in many countries, tells of cattle kneeling in their stalls at midnight to honor the Christ child. In Switzerland all dumb animals are said to be able to speak at midnight on Christmas eve. Italy has many legends of the healing power of the "Bambino", or image of the Christ Child, as it lies jewel-crowned in the manger. Toast The New Vear At Top Deck Dine, Dr ink & Dance Th is New Year 's Eve At The Fabulous, Fun-Filled Top Dech Af te r D inne r Dance To The Mus i c O f The 50 s & 60 s W i t h "STORM WARNING ' 3 Seahngs For D inner 5 :00 7 :00 ^ . ^ :00 Mako Reserva t ions E a r l y At Top Oecb 1232 N . G i eon , Mc H<?r11 y 385-9836 College Honors Jill Schaefer With University Ballet PAGE 3 - PL^INDEi Dear Santa: Bring Safe Toys For Kids ALER - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14.1981 to save the precious gift of sight. Jill M. Schaefer, 3007 Charlotte, McHenry, is a member of the widely- acclaimed Butler university ballet. Miss Schaefer, a fresh­ man, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Schaefer. The Butler ballet usually performs to capacity audiences in 2,200-seat Clowes Memorial hall at Butler, often with music provided by the Indianapolis symphony orchestra, also based on the campus. Widely-known for the excellent quality of its dance program, Butler is one of the few colleges and universities in the United States offering bachelor of arts and master of arts degrees in dance. An audition is required of students desiring admission to the program. The present Butler ballet has students from 17 states. Attesting to the excellence of Butler's dance program is the fact that most of its graduates join professional companies throughout the United States. Others become teachers, primarily at colleges and universities. HONORS Robert Morris college has announced the recipients of honors and perfect at­ tendance for the second term of the July ten-month secretarial program at Carthage. To receive the honors award a student must attain a 3.5 grade point average for that term. Kathy Knox, Marian Central Catholic high school, has a 4.0 average. SINGLES DANCE All singles are invited to a dance with live music Saturday, Jan. 2, at 8:30 p.m. at the Lancer, 1450 E. Algonquin road, Schaum- burg. For more information, call Aware at 777-1005. Aware is a not-for-profit organization concerned with the needs of single, divorced and widowed people. The Illinois society for the Prevention of Blindness has released the text of its letter to Santa Claus cautioning him to deliver only toys which meet safety standards that will avoid needless eye accidents at Christmas. "There is no replacement for a lost eye from a hazardous toy," Edgar T. Britton, executive director of the ISPB and author of the Santa letter said. Projectile toys, sharp instruments, pellets and darts are a few of the dangerous toys on the market that can turn the season's joyous holiday into a nightmare at the emergency room in an effort The Illinois society reminds Santa to remember the age, circumstances and supervision a child will receive when toys are delivered Christmas eve. "The Illinois society knows Santa will cooperate in its campaign for eye safety because Christmas is for children throughout the world," Britton said. Silent night, holy night All is calm, all is bright. -Joseph Mohr. DAILY LUNCHEON SPECIAL 2* 0ft UBS OPEN 6:30 A.M. FOR BREAKFAST 7 DAYS A WEEK CLOSED CHRISTMAS ™ THE WHALES TAIL 3425 W. PEARL McHENRY 38S-4050 FREE Hot Dogs During Monday Night Football DINNER SPECIALS SERVING 5 P.M. Weds: BBQ RIBS With Combo Shrimp or Chicken 650 Fri: FISH FRY-COD, Potatoes, Cole Slaw, All You Can Eat 3* Sat: PRIME RIB :6S0 Mary Raupp Assigned To Keesler Base Airman Mary C. Raupp, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G.M. Raupp of 3308 Cove court, McHenry, has been assigned to Keesler Air Force base, Miss., after completing Air Force basic training. During the six weeks at Lackland Air Force base, Texas, the airman studied the. Air Force mission, organization and customs and received special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree in applied science through the Community College of the Air Force. The airman will now receive specialized in­ struction in the ad­ ministration field. She is a 1981 graduate of Johns burg high school. • • • • The finest thing about Christmas is that it re­ minds us there is a Santa Claus. emm/ 5/n the peace and quiet of this snow-laden countryside, the air is atingle with the crisp freshness of winter, and we see the familiar signs and symbols of the good old-fashioned Christmas spirit ... a spirit ever new. For you and yours, we wish a bounty of traditional pleasures, of serenity and contentment. At Christmastide, we pause in warmest appreciation of your continued loyalty, trust and confidence to wish you the very best of the season. It is our continuing pleasure and wish to be able to serve you. Best Wishes from Directors, Officers & Employees of the MCHENRY STATE BANK Main Building: 3510 W. Elm Street Carey Building: Richmond Road at Pearl Street Weber Building: Crystal Lake Road at Lillian Street McHenry Phone 385-1040