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Newspaper
Morris Daily Herald
Location
Morris, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1978
Page
2
Mrs James Corsiatti of Coal City announces the forthcoming marriage of her daughter Gayle to David Seanavino son of Mr and Mrs. The notice highlights the families involved and the anticipated wedding.
The Rev James L Kinzig pastor of Immaculate Conception Church Morris invites friends to a Silver Jubilee Mass at St Patrick's Wilton Center on June 11 at 2 pm The Mass will be sung by the Immaculate Conception Choir under Richard Gilmour followed by a parish hall reception The wedding of Angelo Scanavino is set for June 17 at 3 pm at Assumption Church Coal City with a reception at the Coal City Lions Club
Mrs Lucille Matteson invites friends and relatives to an open house and buffet in honor of her daughter Janane on June 11 from 2 to 5 p.m. at 101 Spruce Street, hosted by Gerald and Nadine Matteson, with Robert Houghton in attendance.
The ladies invitation lists a luncheon at Morris Country Club on Thursday. Reservations close at noon Wednesday with Nellie Residori at 942-3763 or Edith Page at 942-0169.
The Plattville-Kendall County Retired Teachers meet Thursday at Plattville United Methodist Church with luncheon at 12 30 by reservation. Non members may hear Mark Leigh of Joliet discuss Transcendental Meditation at 2 p m. A memorial tribute to Agnes Jane Henning of Plano will be given. Helen Clayton, president, chairs the meeting. Constitution changes will be proposed for voting at September meeting.
Minooka Jr High faculty select Kelly Ward as Student of the Month for classroom excellence and positive influence. Daughter of John and Mrs Ward of Joliet route, she stands among peers recognized for leadership.
Sixty people attended the Grundy County Historical Society gathering at First United Methodist Church Morris where a historic site marking project was announced. Debra Trotter presented a program on Polish influence in Grundy County noting late 1800s immigration, Polish families in Morris, and connections to local churches, schools, and notable Poles.
Plattville Lutheran Church Women arrange study of Appointment with God focusing on Bible centrality in faith and worship. Truth Circle meets 2 p.m. Thursday at Mrs. George Baker's home with Mrs. James Mann presenting. three circles meet 7:30 p.m. Tuesday June 6. Grace Circle lunch at 12:30 p.m. June 7 at Mrs. Robert Boss home. Church Council to meet 8 p.m. Monday at the church.
Joan Steep was elected president of the Seneca High School GAA for 1978-79. Lori Lamb becomes vice president, Joan Widman secretary, Barbara Scheffer treasurer, Sue Morello sports manager, Melody Matyi point keeper. New members include Karyn Timmons and Pam Graves as student council reps. thirty new members joined.
Minooka Pack 444 and Den 4 joined the Three Fires Order of the Arrow Indian Dancers at Joliet Junior College scout show. Shane Jumper and others performed. Jesse Smith was a 10-year-old obstacle course finalist with 1.47 time. Pack 444 won Pinewood Derby top awards. various members received first to third year GAA awards and senior four-year awards. Anna Gay serves as club sponsor.
Steve and Maria Gardner will perform in a 7 30 p m concert at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Morris on Monday. The husband wife duo are top vocalists and received best vocal soloist and best folk soloist at an international contest in Winona Lake Indiana. They have toured the United States Canada and overseas with faith festivals colleges churches and camps and light guitar backed arrangements. Their program features contemporary music and original compositions and aims to entertain and inspire audiences.
The 81st annual reunion of Henry Misener descendants will be Sunday June 11 at a Renfrew Park shelter in Dwight with a 12:30 p.m. dinner. Bring two dishes, own table service and drink. rolls provided. Rainback at Mazon United Methodist church basement. Hostesses include Misses Myrtle and Gladys Misener Mrs Hazel Wilkinson and Mr and Mrs Earl Peterson. Park Street Congregational Women’s Fellowship meets June 7 for a 12:30 p.m. cooperative dinner. Hostesses are Ardis Reader Hazel Traver Sally Clithero Ruth Gardner. United Methodist Women meet June 7 at 8 p.m. with Mrs Alvin Burkhart.
Grundy County schedules Shaw-waw-nas-see 4-H Camp from July 10 to 14 in Kankakee County. Camp offers four activity areas including swimming and crafts with evenings featuring campfire and dances. Open to boys and girls aged 8 to 13, no 4-H membership required. contact Ann Boston at 942-2725 for details.
Hospital notices list admissions with names and addresses including Mrs. Kenneth Deischer and Miss Debora Close, births announcing six newborns with parent pairs and times, and discharges or transfers for many patients such as Mrs. Rasmuss Davick, Edward Carney, and Mrs. Mildred Wright, plus multiple reunifications and transfers to Lincoln Nursing Home and other facilities.
A Grundy County guide explains proper sizing for room air conditioners. If too small, the room stays水humid and hot. if too large, it cools fast but fails to dehumidify, leaving high humidity. Consider BTU per hour, efficiency (EER), room size, insulation, sun exposure, and occupancy. use a dealer with experience to estimate capacity.
A joint meeting of the Morris Lions and Rotary Club is set for Tuesday at 6 p.m. in Goold Park. Local attendees are invited to attend and hear updates from both organizations.
Those who understand youth development urge engaging teens in a responsible project during school breaks such as aluminum recycling. The program can build character, enhance college or job resumes, and provide earnings, with Reynolds Aluminum Recycling paying 17 cents per pound. For recycling info call 800-243-6000 or 1-800-882-6500 in Connecticut.
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