What would your stuff cost to replace? Lourdine Florek Phone/Fax: You may think your things aren’t worth much. But the average person owner/publisher © (217) 283-9348 Decorate has over $20,000 worth of stuff that’s probably not covered by a land- the Facts Email: lord’s policy. That’s why you need State Farm renters insurance. State [email protected] this weekend ~ Farm insures millions of people’s possessions. Which is good to know Friday, October 26, 2001 because stuff has a way of really adding up. Call today and see how affordable renters insurance can be. Hoopeston’s only locally-owned daily news publication The Halloween sale is on! MIKE PEMBERTON P.O. Box 441, Hoopeston, IL. 60942 www.justthefacts.tm 322 E. MAIN, HOOPESTON (217) 283-9341 Flowers & Gifts by Molly Culbert Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there ® STATE FARM FIRE AND CASUALTY COMPANY Area police lauded for foiling planned bank robbery 702 W. Main, Hoopeston 283-5578 Open 7 Days HOME OFFICE: BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS The Hoopeston Police Department is being praised for 2:07 p.m., police began a chase with the vehicle, which their quick response in foiling an attempted bank rob- ended when the driver lost control of it in the Cheney- HOWELL AUTO DETAILING bery Wednesday. ville area. Check Us Out! PRE-WINTER WAX SPECIAL Three Hoopeston men were arrested Wednesday after- One of the men was arrested at the scene. The other noon for allegedly planning to rob the Community Bank two fled on foot and were later apprehended. We have the Right * facility in Wellington. According to a police department press release, the trio $59.99 “We appreciate the prompt response, especially out in allegedly “had taken significant steps in planning and Account for You ! *You save $20 on small to mid-size cars the weather and everything” said Bill Nicholls, bank conspiring to commit a robbery.” Similar savings on trucks, vans & full size autos executive vice president and CEO. “It was dangerous for While bank officials are grateful to police, the depart- Hoopeston’s Call (217) 283-7429 for appointment or them out in that storm. They did a fantastic job.” ment is thanking the public for calling in information as Facing preliminary charges are: well as police departments that assisted in capturing the Member FDIC stop by 819 S. Sixth Ave., Hoopeston • Jackie E. Winchester, 24, charged with theft over men. Those departments include the Iroquois and Ver- Community Bank $300, conspiracy to commit robbery and on Vermilion milion County sheriff’s departments, and Indiana police County warrants for an ordinance violation and an Iro- departments from Benton and Warren counties and Ox- Don’t be a scaredy cat! LORRAINE quois County warrant for resisting arrest. ford. Come to the • Stuart R. Anthony, 28, charged with theft over $300, Screen 1: “Apocalypse Now aggravated fleeing and eluding a police officer and con- Police News Halloween Bash spiracy to commit robbery. Friday 9 -1 Redux” ® A 40-year-old Hoopeston man reported Wednesday • Daniel J. Crowley, 21, who was charged with theft Scope, 3 hours, 17 minutes that his front door had been broken and numerous items With “The Heaters” over $300 and conspiracy to commit robbery. Starring Marlon Brando, Martin Sheen taken from his home in the 400 block of East Wyman. The men were being held Thursday at the Public Costumes optional No cover and Robert Duvall A 19-year-old Hoopeston woman reported Wednes- Safety Building in Danville in lieu of bond. Directed by Francis Ford Coppola day that someone scratched her 1999 Mercury Cougar Rickey G’s Village Pub Police said the men allegedly stole a vehicle from a This is the director’s cut with an added 53 while it was parked at Dollar General on Rt. 1. 125 S. Chicago, Rossville minutes of never-before-seen footage. Danville car dealership and returned to Hoopeston. At Presented in Sony Dynamic Digital Sound, in Technicolor! Lowell Null's 60th Birthday 50% OFF SALE Hoopeston Lions Club One week only! and Halloween Bash The Gift Gallery booth in Global 7:30 p.m. nightly, 11 p.m. Sat., 3:30 p.m. Sun. Saturday October 27 9 p.m.-12 a.m. Fashions has everything in its booth 50% off Vietnam veterans admitted for matinee price all Hoopeston American Legion this week, Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat., 10 Saturday, Nov. 3 10 a.m.-2 p.m. show times. 502 E. Penn a.m.-3 p.m. 100s of New Items great for Screen 2: “Riding in Cars with Boys” PG-13) Featuring Tons "O" Fun Band American Legion Runs 131 min. Dolby SR Stereo Christmas gifts ON SALE now until they’re gone. 99 Come dressed in costume. Donation: $4 Starring Drew Barrymore and James Woods. Lots more gifts arriving in the next couple 7 p.m. nightly, 9:30 p.m. Saturday Prize for Best Costume. Includes Chili, Sandwich, Drink & Dessert Lunch Menus Hoopeston Area grade schools FRIDAY: Grilled cheese, chili or broccoli soup, crackers, WEDNESDAY: BBQ rib/bun, scalloped potatoes, pears, MONDAY: Mini corn dogs, fries, mini pretzels, fruit cock- pears, milk. No salad, milk. pumpkin bar, milk. tail, milk. Rossville-Alvin schools THURSDAY: Chicken strips, mashed potatoes, gravy, mixed TUESDAY: Chicken & noodles, mashed potatoes, bread, MONDAY: Lasagna, green beans, pineapple, breadstick, vegetables, fruit cocktail, bread, butter, milk. oleo, peaches, milk. Rice Krispie treat, milk. FRIDAY: Pork BBQ/bun, tator tots, oranges, cupcake, milk. WEDNESDAY: Spaghetti-Os, maxstix, fruit yogurt, apple TUESDAY: Pizza Hut, salad/cheese, peaches, trail mix, crisp, milk. milk. CLASSIFIEDS THURSDAY: Taco meat/chips, lettuce, tomato, cheese, ______orange, milk. AUCTIONS In the Hospital ______FRIDAY: Grilled cheese, chicken noodle soup, bananas, DeWitt Auction Co., (217) 283-7161. Large household auction cookie, milk. Hoopeston Community Memorial Hospital at Rtes. 1 & 9 (in front of Baer’s Trailer Ct.) Saturday, Oct. 27, th 10 annual Hickory Grove Hoopeston Area Middle/High School Oct. 24 10:30 a.m. MONDAY: Pepperoni pizza or fish/bun, cheese slice, salad, Admitted : none. ______Volunteer Fire Department raisins, milk. Real Estate & Collectible auction, Monday, Oct. 29, 9:30 a.m. TUESDAY: Biscuit/sausage gravy or rib/bun, tri-tator, Discharged : Glen Slevin, Dewey Petty. Rt. 1 to Ross Lane, east to Murray Clark Rd. 5 acres w/pond, 9 scrambled eggs, orange, milk. trailer pads plus woods. 30 years’ accumulation of collectibles. WEDNESDAY: Burrito/chips or chicken patty/bun, fries, Weather Jon Witvoet, auctioneer. (217) 748-6289. Lic. # 040000461. ______Saturday, Nov. 3 4 -8 p.m. (Indiana time) lettuce, tomato, cheese, salsa, apple cake, milk. MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE THURSDAY: Spaghetti/meat sauce/breadstick or BBQ Partly sunny, windy today. High 48. Tonight, partly ______Ambia Fire Station chicken/bun, salad, pears, milk. cloudy. Low 33. Tomorrow, partly cloudy. High 45, low Brianna’s Baby Shop open these days only in October: 9, 10, 16, 17, 18, 30 & 31. Tickets: $5 available at door or call 33. Sunday, sunny. High 58, low 43. ______(765) 869-4463 Fall Back! Don’t forget to turn clocks For current weather conditions, call the Hoopeston Queen mattress, box spring w/frame (like new) $250; refrigera- back 1 hour Saturday night! Weather Line at (217) 283-6221 . tor $125; swing set (good shape) $50. Prices negotiable. Call (217) 283-5684, leave message. ______United Methodist Church PETS Pla -Mor Lanes ______Bazaar FOR SALE $35 5-yr old male St. Bernard, neutered. Friendly & 3rd Annual Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001 good with children. Needs room to run. Call (217) 283-5058, leave a message. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. ______RUMMAGE SALES 403 E. Main St., Hoopeston Halloween ______Coffee Hour 8-10:30 a.m. 601 S. First Ave., Hoopeston. Saturday, Oct. 27, 9-2. 3 families. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001 Party Girls clothes, newborn-size 5, misc. ______Step up to the Challenge and beat the Lunch 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 201 Dale, Rossville. Saturday, Oct. 27, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. A lot of Soup, Sandwich, Dessert & Drink $5 Friday : soloist Don Hays 9-1 nice women’s & men’s clothing, humidifier, misc. “GAME!” ______Saturday : Large sale. 522 W. Washington St., Hoopeston, IL. Friday, Oct. $7 entry fee per person also gets 26, 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 27, 7 a.m.-noon. Dishes, cook- you in to see the band. The Greely Wit Band 9-1 ware, computer, chest of drawers, end tables, lamps, ladies & STAR LODGE 709 AF & AM men’s golf clubs, professional hair dryer, chair, elec. Typewriter, Dance to “The Covers” after the Ghost Costume contest baby bed, books, birdcage, jewelry, clothing, misc. Sausage & Egg Breakfast ______Rally. If you pass up the Ghost Rally, it’s (judging after 1 a.m.) SERVICES Orange juice, toast & coffee ______just $3 at the door. 5:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 Daylight savings time ends. Pampered Pet Grooming. Lots of TLC. Call anytime for appointment. (217) 339-2340. Ghost Rally pays 1st, 2nd & 3rd. At the Masonic Temple on We get an extra hour to howl! ______VEHICLES FOR SALE For info & sign up, call Pla-Mor Lanes in Rt. 9, Hoopeston Dad’s Place ______$3.50 donation 1969 Ford LTD, red, new paint in 1998, auto, 390 engine, Hoopeston at (217) 283-5195 3 mi. west of Milford at Bryce $2,500. Leave message (217)260-5630