Silver Anniversary for Mr and Mrs James L Iverson
Mr and Mrs James L Iverson of Rte 1 Newark celebrated 25 years of marriage. A surprise dinner was held June 12 at Syls Restaurant Rockdale with about 40 relatives. They wed June 7 1952 at West Lisbon Lutheran Newark. Iverson farmed locally. Barbara Zimmerman Iverson works at First National Bank Morris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James L. Iverson
Rte. 1
Newark
Syl’s
Rockdale
Iverson
West Lisbon Lutheran Church
Lois (Gray) Mitchell
Edward Gray
Barbara Zimmerman
First National Bank of Morris
Feminine fashions lead fall and winter lines this season
Fashions for fall emphasize soft feminine silhouettes with light fabrics and layered looks. Smocked and puff sleeves, softened waistlines, and fuller skirts replace rigid lines while tailored pinstripes remain in menswear inspired pieces. Active sportswear expands into daily wear with layered sweaters and mixed textures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
UPI
New York
Mildred Sullivans
New Directions” Organization
Eleanor Lambert
Ms. Sullivan
Mark
Tops name best loser Illinois Tops 1124 Club
The 1124 Club met Thursday naming Mrs. Mary Broderick best loser of the week. First runner-up was Mrs. JoAnne Viner and second runner-up Mrs. Shirley Kowalczyk. Viner received the weekly weigh-in nickels. charms went to Mrs. Donna Babcock, Mrs. Lorraine Babcock and Mrs. Beverly Hacke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Mary Broderick
JoAnne Viner
Shirley Kowalczyk
Viner
Donna Babcock
Lorraine Babcock
Beverly Hacke
United Methodist Women potluck and memorial service
The Morris unit met in fellowship hall for a summer potluck and the last unit gathering until fall. A memorial for Helen Trotter followed, and Millie Gang urged summer library use while reviewing Faith Gives Power to You.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morris
United Methodist Women
Fellowship Hall
Helen Trotter
United Methodist
Millie Gang
Daniel Poling
Helen Franks
Minooka
August Wedding Planned for Sandra Smania and Larry Severson
News of an approaching marriage between Sandra Jean Smania and Larry Severson is announced by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Albert Smania of Minooka. The ceremony is set for 4 30 p.m. August 16 at St Marys Catholic Church Minooka with an invitational reception at Town and Country Hall Manhattan Road from 7 to 11 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sandra Jean Smania
Larry Severson
Natheal Severson
Minooka
Albert Smania
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
Town & Country Hall
Manhattan Road
James Benson
Benson Road
Donald Sterritt, Jr
Gloria Prombo
Betty Mach
Randi Clark
Bob Walton
Larry Gibbons
Sheila Baker
Presbyterian Circles Meet Across First United Church
Circles of the First United Presbyterian Church gathered last week with Circle 1 hosted by Mrs. Maryon Anderson and Mrs. Judy Henderson at the Grundy County Home. Jean Ann Robinson led the lesson with guests Florence Ruby Jessie Lyon Josie Woodward and Mabel Davidson. Circle 3 enjoyed a picnic at Mrs. Natalie Macdonald s home with Carrie Hamburger teaching The Least Coin Prayer by Edith Page. Circle 4 held a potluck at Mrs. Mauritia Baker s home with 12 members present. Circle 2 did not meet and will resume in September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First United Presbyterian Church
Maryon Anderson
Judy Henderson
Circle 1
Grundy County
Jean Ann Robinson
Florence Ruby
Jessie Lyon
Josie Woodward
Mabel Davidson
Circle 3
Natalie Macdonald
Carrie Hamburger
Edith Page
Circle 4
Mauritia Baker
Circle 2
Hospital News Admitted and Births Reported Across County
Hospital notices list visiting hours for Medical and Surgical, Obstetric wards. Admitted individuals include Henry Barschdorf, Ray Buchanan, Mrs. DeWitt, Gilbert Rogers, James Van Duyne, Anthony Chekytis, and others from Grundy County and nearby towns. A birth records a boy to Ora and Cindy Titus in Coal City at 7:38 p.m. Monday. Several patients were discharged, including Naomi Bradley and Leonard Cameron, with others leaving from Coal City and surrounding communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Barschdorf
Grundy County
Ray Buchanan
Susan Circle
John DeWitt
Briar Lane
Henry Frey
W. North St
Ralph Harsh
Leola Hugg
Seneca
Arthur Singleton
Wilmington
James van Duyne
Anthony Chekytis
South Wilmington
Kenneth Pickles
Heavener
Okla
Jacob Russell
Pleasant St
Ora Titus
Cindy Mackley
Coal City
Naomi Bradley
Division St
Leonard Cameron
Lisbon Rd
Anna Johnson
Terry Nelson
Charles Dr
Virgil Berrang
Don Harper
Paul Brewster
Minooka
Ronald Caraway
Plainfield
Jeffery Szafranski
William Donley
Engelwood
University of Illinois May graduates listed for campus ceremony
The area district reports May graduates from the University of Illinois including Penny Creech Braceville a bachelor of arts Noel Trotter Coal City a bachelor of science William Konrad Dwight a juris doctor Jean Gantzert Gardner a bachelor of arts La Prin diville Kinsman a bachelor of science Jay Fillman Mazon a bachelor of science Brent Hansen Morris a bachelor of science Joyce Jones Morris a bachelor of science James Leonard Morris a bachelor of arts Richard McGill Morris a bachelor of science Steven Vaughn Morris a bachelor of science Marsha Tesdal Newark a bachelor of science Donald Corneglio South Wilmington a bachelor of science Gregory Peterson Morris a bachelor of science Emma Black Liberty Sr divorced Arthur Black Jr mental cruelty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Illinois
Penny Creech
Braceville
Noel Trotter
Coal City
William Konrad
Dwight
Jean Gantzert
Gardner
la Prindiville
Kinsman
Jay Fillman
Mazon
Brent Hansen
Fulton
Morris
Joyce Jones
Price St
James Leonard
Rte
Ainsworth Couple Weds in Park Street Church Ceremony
Patti Virginia Phillips and Paul Craig Baker united in marriage May 28 at Park Street Congregational Church Mazon. Rev. Clare Nave officiated the double ring ceremony with pink blue and white flowers. Escorting father wore his wife’s gown 32 years old. Reception followed at Benson home with families and friends attending. The couple now reside in Ainsworth Nebraska where both are employed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patti Virginia Phillips
Paul Craig Baker
Park Street Congregational Church
Mazon
Clare Nave
Russel Phillips
E. Southmor Road
Dale Baker
Ainsworth
Donald Robinson
Chris Lund
Colleen Steele
Evergreen
Mary Currie
WIU Hosts Organizational Meeting for Blind Athletes Chapter
Western Illinois University will hold an organizational meeting at 2 p.m. Thursday in Tillman Hall 213 to form an Illinois Chapter of the United States Association for Blind Athletes. The session seeks site selection and possible officer election for the 1978 state championships as a precursor to national events. Contact Dr. Thomas Meighan for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Illinois University
Illinois
United States Association For Blind Athletes
Tillman Hall
Western
Thomas Meighan
Department of Special Education
WIU
Macomb
Bethlehem Lutheran Church Circles Plan Evening Meetings
Tuesday events include Circle 1 at 7 30 p.m. and Circle 3 at 2 p.m. at the church Circle 4 at 1 30 p.m. and Circle 9 at 7 30 p.m. at Masonic Lodge 124 AF AM. Women's Relief Corps meets 7 30 p.m. at Eagles Hall. UMW Miriam Circle picnic 6 30 p.m. with Mrs Weitz. Sunday Danielson reunion at Gould Park noon potluck with coffee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Masonic Lodge
AF & AM
Women's Relief Corps
Eagles Hall
Ladies Fellowship of First Christian Church
UMW
Miriam Circle
Herb Weitz
Danielson
Gould Park
Father Son Party at Grundy County Home Highlights
A father son party hosted by activity staff at Grundy County Home drew about 70 fathers sons and sons in law. Jim Murray led as emcee introducing John Swery Morris who sang three numbers with Carrie Hamburger at the piano. A window washer comedy act preceded a Burkhart quartet with Mrs Clyde Burkhart on piano. Gifts honored the oldest father Forrest Small nearing 98 and youngest Ed Boudreau 74. Refreshments were provided by George Mehochka Bill Morse Haydn Dewey and John Olson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grundy County
Jim Murray
John Swery
Morris
Carrie Hamburger
Maron Clyde
Melvin
Raymond
Alvin Burkhart
Clyde Burkhart
Forrest Small
Ed Boudreau
George Mehochka
Bill Morse
Haydn Dewey
John Olson
Cold Duck fruit compote dessert
A fruit compote mixing strawberries figs pineapple and grapes with Andre Cold Duck and honey. Chill and serve in bowls as a dessert with cookies or spice cake. Makes 6 to 8 servings.
Couple to Wed at First United Methodist Church Morris
Mr and Mrs Richard Steele and Mr and Mrs Dwight Vici announce the forthcoming marriage of their children Vicki Steele and David Vici on Saturday at 4 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church Morris. All friends and relatives are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Steele
Dwight Vici
Vicki
David
First United Methodist Church
Morris
Newark FFA Section 7 Elects Officers at 49th Convention
At the 49th annual convention Section 7 elected officers led by president Serena Butterfield and vice president Scott Eike. Kirk Freestad of Morris earned one of 29 Illinois American Farmer Degree candidates and will receive it in Kansas City during the 50th national convention. Newark FFA members Noreen Nelson received Outstanding Chapter Reporter Award and Rick Dunn placed third in the State FFA Public Speaking Contest with the talk Eat More Lamb-10,000 Coyotes Can't Be Wrong. The Newark chapter won the Illinois Bankers Award for Section 8 for best program, as the event was held in Champaign at the University of Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Section
David Butterfield
Serena
Scott Eike
Glenn Tomsiewski
LaSalle-Peru
Reed Hall
Don McMillen
Ottawa
Randy Johnson
Somonauk- Leland
Sentinel
Kirk Freestad
Morris
Illinois
Newark
FFA
Robert Freestad
Kirk
Kansas City
Noreen Nelson
Newark Ffa
Stanley Nelson
Rick Dunn
Realtors Meet At Grundy County Board Luncheon
The Grundy County Board of Realtors held its monthly meeting at Morris Country Club with the program led by Doris Altiery after a noon luncheon. President Frank Onorato conducted proceedings as Ted Conley introduced the speaker who covered real estate profession facets lessons and serving buyers and sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grundy County Board of Realtors
Morris Country Club
Frank Onorato
Ted Conley
Doris Altiery
Murray Elected Voucher Supervisor at Boys State
Bob Murray a senior at Mazon Verona Kinsman High School and son of Mr and Mrs William Murray of Mazon was elected voucher supervisor at the 41st annual Illinois American Legion Premier Boys State session held last week at Eastern Illinois University
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Murray
Mazon-Verona-Kinsman High School
William Murray
Rte. 1
Mazon
Illinois American Legion
Eastern Illinois University
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Mrs
Jerry Silverman
Maid of Cotton
Ellen Clark
Pierre Cardin
Ev’s
Joyce Cramer
Rita Henderson
Cheryl Coop
Doris Weber
Nancy Connors
Ev Severson
Liberty
Sandy Gordon
Sandra Smania
Presbyterian Circles
Hospital News
THE
Morris Daily Herald
Morris Publishing Company
Illinois Corporation
East Washington Street
Ilinois
Thomas E. West
Herald Office
College Campus News
Emma Black
Liberty Sr
Arthur Black Jr
Ainsworth, Neb
Cindy Keech
Dwight Johnson
Duane
Gary Philbren
Paul Helmsmeyer
Roy Colburn
Paul C. Baker
Morris Theatre
FBI
SAT
SUN
Waverly
Cold Duck Fruit Compote
Wonesy
Rt. 47
Morris E
FFA News
Realtors
Boys State
Aub
Jlustre
Matteson Hdwe
Bedford Rd
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