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I*\<;K > -M» A»N»>KALKH - FRIDAY, DECEMBER it. IRAS x general Some visitors welcome as 'flowers in May' Crime of the week It made my day. Father Fish, as welcome as the flowers in May, came a- callin'. This week, Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a series of apparently related burglaries to businesses in the city of McHenry. Between September 1 and October 10, 1983, five different businesses, located along Elm 459-4800 Street in McHenry, were broken into. In each burglary, entry was • gained by forcing a rear door or window. Items taken in the burglaries vary, but include televisions, stereo equipment and cash. Total loss exceeds $1,000. Since all the burglaries in­ volve businesses located along Route 120 (Elm Street in McHenry) and the method of entry is similar in each case, police investigators believe the same person may be responsible for all the burglaries. Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards of up to $1,000 for in­ formation leading to the arrest and filing of criminal charges against offenders. If you have any information on this series of burglaries in McHenry, call Crime Stoppers at 815-4594800. Crime Stoppers, which is sponsored by the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce, assigns secret numbers to anonymous callers who provide in­ formation. So I Hear by Earl Walsh Our names aren't recorded in ancient history, but he and I go back down the trail quite a few years. We had a good visit and must resume again soon. We could visit until the cows come home. It was nice to hear Mrs. Leslie Schroeder, of Cumberland Circle, say she is one of our readers. If you write, you like to know somebody reads your .ram- blings. Some important writers take the liberty to write derogatory stories about public figures after they are dead and have no way to defend themselves. To me, that's low. It reminds me of the old song, "Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone". Our back forty is getting to be a hangout for not only birds and squirrels. Alvina saw a red fox scoot across the lawn this week. Haven't seen any deer or bears, but will be watching. Somebody must be working in these parts. I drove Elm St. at 6:30 one morning and traffic was like Friday afternoon Saturday morning. OREAI BODIES FOIt SALE McHenry Nautilus HEALTH & FITNESS CLUB i NAUTILUS CONCEPT- To afford an individual to develop to his/her maximum strength and fit­ ness as efficientlyas possible. This goal is achieved by utilizing the most advanced equipment, trained instructors and scientifically researched training principles. GIVE . A Gift Of HEALTH S I A NAUTILUS MEMBERSHIP ASK ABOUT OUR GIFT CERTIFICATES HOLIDAY SPECIAL Join with a Friend 25% SAVINGS From Individual Membership MEMBERSHIP HONORED AT AFFILIATED CLUBS WORLDWIDE! 804 MILL ST. • McHENRY Behind Taylor Made Golf company Headquarters (Old Mill) on Crystal Lake Black Top 1 YR. MEMBERSHIP LOOK GREAT FEEL 6REAT BE ORE ATI FREE TRIAL WORKOIT , Call for appointment today 344-2202 .ArCNftPLETE NMTH.VS WORKOUT REQVKES 30 MHMTES 3 TIMES PER WEEK HOURS: MON-FRI 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. SAT 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. SUN 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. REINDEER FOOTWARE In real life, reindeer have hoofs that function as snowshoes in deep snow by their broad surfaces. Each hoof is surrounded by horny, sharp rims that grip ice, hard snow, and rocks. The concave , padded cen te r s provide traction for rocky hills and icy terrain. Reindeer can smell their main food supply, lichen, even through several feet of loose snow. His nose is an insulator allowing him to retain heat and moisture > .» > > 12-8-83 Dear SIH' "Half listening to the refrain of 'a love song by an adorer. One line has me puzzled. 'You are Sweet enough to eat*. Romeo or cannibal? "Thank you many times over, for your picture of John Mac- Carthy and his broom. "K. Brown Dear K. Guess it all depends on one's taste. Some like sweets. Others aren't much for desserts. Several readers have asked about Janitor John McCarthy, saying they can't remember him. They aren't old enough. The likes o' your sister, Aileen, remembers. Seems to me I printed her poem some years ago. Anyhow, here it is again. I took it from the "The Triton", McHenry High year book way back in 1915-1916. TO OUR JANITOR Oh have you seen our janitor? McCarthy is his name. Lofty is his standing Widespread is his fame. Every morning bright and early, Thru rain or hail or sleet Says McCarthy in the doorway: "Don't forget to clean your feet!" And every High School Student No matter where he roam, When he hears McCarthy's "5 o'clock!" Packs up and runs for home. And yet he's liked by everyone For it wouldn't seem right at all Not to hear his bright "Good- Morning" As we tramp into the hall. So here's good luck to our janitor, McCarthy is his name, or Lofty is his standing, Widespread is his fame. Aileen O'Reilly OLD SAYINGS: Beggars can't be choosers., Never look a gift horse in the mouth. The better the day, the better the deed. He'll be late for his own funeral. Better the 'divil* you know than the 'divil' you don't know. It takes the likes o' me to know the likes o' you. He was only knee high to a grasshopper. Dear SO I HEAR, Maybe a name to go with a number --DJ5043-- is Hazel Redfield 1307 Richmond Rd. McHenry, 111. 60060 Nice people deserve recognition. Thanks, PhilHoaglund --And, thank you, Phil. This column likes to recognize nice people. Seeing a picture on TV of a one-horse sleigh gliding over the snow brought back memories. If you never rode in a cutter, wrapped in warm blankets, you have missed something joyous. Sometimes they attached a string of jingle bells to the harness. --And across the fields we go! Words that floor me: "Are you finished with your Christmas shopping?" HOLIDAY LEGEND Instead of Santa Claus giving the gifts, the Polish children are given gifts from Mother Star and her companion, Father Star! If a French peasant has a daughter born on Dec. 25, it is believed she will be virtuous, witty and wise. > \ \ Still in Doubt? Let Them Choose Their Own With a Spurgeon's Gift Certificate A V rfm stor i<;ny s*i?ff v DATE * \ > ) * • f •• »>•» f nrf4*,' N? 75645 FIVE AND. _NO IOO DOLLARS $5" WITH BEST WISHES FROM. 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