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- 5- -4 K- -> - ... •&** tK~~' '-• /•• •• # • «% Ll&i . .*? > $mr **K :;- ' ~m a 't'W; •'4^^^'" : Jf-'V* .£. ,-',i •• 4 $ "SEMVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875" "Volume 82 -- No. 42 -- 2 Sections McHENRY. ILLINOIS. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 1957 16 Pages -- 10c Per me *«»«' »ni Have you ever stopped to think what, a well-nbunded community you live in? ® - One l^is only to glance at the sports and society sections of the papes, or to read of the activities in . nearby subdivisions to know that McHenry is recreation-conscious. Bowling leagues in the winter, baseball in the summer, NSootball in the fall -- all attract large crowds of interested spectators and performers. Social gatherings are numerous, too, and provide that much needed outlet for the busy person. But it is not all play. Local folks have time for the serious side of life also and are constantly promoting endeavors which tend to inform in a variety of fields. • Only recently, a League of Women Voters was formed in McHenry and through the efforts of members, local ladies will become better informed -- in an unbiased manner, without political favorabout their government, which Will make them more intelligent voters in the future. Surely much good will come from such an orf nization. Only last week, one of the fine arts, painting and sketching, received a boost in popularity with the formation of a class of interested persons who seek to learn more so that they may provide greater aesthetic pleasure for themselves and others. Seventy local folks with a love of singing have chosen to give one night a week td the preparation 4&)f classical and the' lighter music In pr.epfifratton..f<M>.4t -public program in the spring. Their aim this year is to recall for the young, and the not so young, music which has stood the test of time in popularity - from before the turn of the century. These are only a few of the organized groups sharing in the enrichment of life in our comnpunity. The great good accomplished ijfcy civic and service groups have been emphasized from time to time. The many benefits will continue to be realized because of the efforts of their members. , EMBEZZLEMENT CHARGE AGAINST filS. LUCY BOTT Alleged Shortage" In Ward Books Covers Six Years Residents of the Wonder Lake area were shocked to learn that Mr£ Lucy Bott, 48, had^een arrested Thursday night at her home on a charge of embezzlement of funds from the Montgomery Ward company store in Woodstock, where she was formerly employed. She is at liberty on $20,000 bond pending a preliminary hearing Feb. 23 in Woodstock. The specific amount of the alleged shortage is not mentioned in the complaint, according to reports, but it is said that a considerable amount cannot be accounted for during the time she acted as bookkeeper. The complaint was signed by W. C. Hirtkley, chief auditor of the company. Mrs. Bott, a widow and mother of four grown children, resigned from her position last September, with the announcement that she was going to Chicago to work. It is said that she had been questioned earlier about the alleged shortage by company investigators and insurance men. The matter came to the attention of the company last summer, when auditors noticed a marked slump in receipts during a time when business was reported at its best. Company officials then ordered a complete audit of Mrs. Bott's books from 1948 until she resigned. "GUEST FOR DAY One of a newspaper's most important duties falls to the proof reader. Recognizing this serviced for its trup value, Plaindealer employees join Joday in extending ^special birthday wishes to Marie «?egge, who finds other folks' errors among numerous other services rendered, all classified under the general category of "Work". (This item we squeezed by without coming under her scrutiny.) We don't know whether the occasion will result in anything out of the ordinary in the way of some choice edible being brought forth, but fingers are crossed in Anticipation. Fredric W. Wood attended "Father's Day" at Milwaukee- Downer college last Saturday, wherfe his daughter,_ Patricia, is a senior. "Life with Father," the theme of the invitations, ^jtas "altered to fit in with "Life at Milwaukee- Downer," which was the program planned to acquaint the guests ^(I'ith campus activities. More*than fifty McHenry folks were in the audience' of about 1,200 persons who witnessed the annual county music festival in Crystal Lake's field house last Monday evening. Eighty young people from this community took part in the program, which climaxed two days of fiptense rehearsals and several weeks of preparation in the individual high schools. NEW HOUSEHOLD ARTICLES TAKEN FROM LOCAL HOME The sheriff's office has been investigatirtg a burglary at Sunnyside subdivision, near Johnsburg, fk'hich occurred either Friday or Saturday evening. The new home of Gustave Berg was broken into and a new washer, valued at $400, and a new dryer, worth $325, were taken. According to authorities, the articles had been purchased last week Wednesday and placed in the kitchen of the house, which was not yet in use. ' The Bergs reside at Fox River Qirove. ACCEPT BIDS FOR ROAD PROJECTS IN COUNTY MARCH 1. Bids on highway construction projects in McHenry county, as well as in Kane and Kendall, will be received March 1 in connection with Governor William Stratton's 19J>7 Illinois road program. This announcement was made during the past week by the state Division of Highyvays. Locally, it includes a joint Mc- Henry-Boone county job for 14.64 miles of bituminous concrete resurfacing on Rt.* 173, between Harvard and Caledonia. Marine Sgt. Joe H. Wilier orders a dinner of his choice from Pfc. Russell G. Olsen (left), as part of his "guest for a day" privileges after re-enlisting for six years. Col. George D. Rich (right), commanding officer of Schools Demonstrations troops, looked on. Wilier is the son of Harold Wiler of the Lakemoor vicinity. He re-enllstecr Jan. 22 at Marine Corps. s,c h o o 1, Quantico, Va. where ne serves as. a tractor equipment operator With Headquarters and Service company. Before entering the service in January, 1952, Wilier attended McHenry Community high school. Observe P.T.A. Founders' Day The McHenry Community P.T.A. will meet Thursday, Feb. 28, at 8:15 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. A program commemorating Founders' Day will be given and past presidents will also be honored at this time. The guest speaker for the evening will be LeRoy Smith, who will speak on "Working Together for Better Understanding of our Takes," which is a part of the P.T.A. theme for the year, "Working togiether for Better Communities and Better Schools Many of the Junior high school band students are working with an extra measure of enthusiasm this week in anticipation of the district contest in LibertyvilJ£ on March 2. This is a week in advance ^e ffublld"^" : this meeting, which will be con which many McHenry students eluded'with a social hour and* refreshments. Two Cars Collide South Of McHenry Cars driven by Vince W. Klemczak of McHenry and Clem Smith of Elgin collided on Rt. 31. several miles south of McHenry, one day last week. According to state police, Klemczak was driving south when his car skidded into the Smith auto, which was approaching from the opposite direction. FOCUS PUBLIC FUTURE FARME OiSiRVE N ENTION EADERS IS F.FA WEEK Future Farmers of America members throughout the nation are taking part in special activities focusing public attention on the work of their organization during this, National F.F.A. Week Feb. 16 to 23. Membership in the F.F.A. is made up of farm boys who are students of vocational agriculture in high school. Its activities are designed primarily to help develop rural leadership and good citizenship and to stimulate the boys to better achievement in their study and work toward successful establishment in farming. The McHenry chapter has thirty-six members, whose activities are guided most successfully by William Pictor, who has been instructing locally in the agriculture field for the past five years. F.F.A. Officers Mark Zimmerman, Tom Blumhorst, Bob' Thompson, Ed Haack, Mark Vycital and Larry Stilling represent the McHenry F.F.A. chapter's finest--their officers! Local F.F.A. officers over the years have been a real credit to their chapter, school and community. Everyone wants to see a boy develop into a responsible young man--a leader. F.F.A. officer training and experience has provided the opportunity and the boys selected as officers have not failed in ambition and ability. Their selection is made each May by a nominating committee that studies the applicants' written application for the office. This procedure has eliminated an old fashioned idea of making an election of officers a popularity contest. The most popular boy may be a leader, but sometimes there is a question in which direction he is going. Mark Zimmerman, president, is a senior who has set a tremendous example for any farm youth. His outstanding efforts in F.F.A. and 4-H find him at this time Section 6 vice-president in F.F.A. and president of the McHenry County 4-H Federation. His accomplishments in leadership, scholarship and farming, topped off with a fine record in high school football, were rewarded last spring with the Illinois State Farmer Degree the highest degree that can be achieved by an F.F.A. member while in high school. Other Leaden Tom Blumhorst, vice president, is a senior who reached this office by continuous effort. He was always .ready and able to take part in F.F.A. activities so that when the opportunity for office came along, lie could not be overlooked. His high point in F.F.A. was his trip to Kansas City last fall as chapter delegate to the national F.F.A. convention. Tom's report upon his return left no doubt that he realized the opportunities that F.F.A. offers on a national basis. Bob Thompson, secretary, is a junior who has undertaken a difficult job to prove his ability and F.F'.A. spirit. Bob also was a delegate to the national F.F.A. convention last fall. This Inspiration from F.F.A. at a high level may give him the lift he needs to go all the way. Ed Haack, treasurer, broke into office as a sophomore and has shown no signs of stopping. His job calls for many details and responsibility which he has accepted aijd handled well. (Continue# 6n Page 8) JUNIOR HIGH BAND STUKKTS ENTER CONTEST Compete With Other Instrumentalists At Libertyville Jars, Stations hirglary Targets . A series of^burglaries last week which included a clubhouse and a home in McHenry, a service station in Wonder Lake and a business place at Harvard has extended farther. * j During the past few days, three $ars owned by employees of the •terra Cotta plant,' south' of McHenry, were broken into while they were parked near the factory. They were owned by Alfred Kaemer, Hans Gorecki and Otto Huffman. • In two of the cars, windows were broken. Tools and personal property were missing from all three. v Gas stations were the target of Other burglaries in the Crystal itake area Sunday night. An auto garage was also entered and tools, cigarettes and auto equipment, as tyell as money, were taken. * A McHenry couple, Charles J. and Ramela Hales, were injured when their car was struck by an auto driven by Frank Barbarsky, also of McHenry, on the Johnsburg blacktop road, a block south pf Pistakee Bay road last week- «*nd. According to state- authorities, Barbarsky said he fell asleep and his car crossed the center line to collide with the Hales car. WOODSTOCK DOCTOR PRESIDENT COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY will take part March 9 in Evdnston. Paul R. Raasch, director, announces the following students as participants from the Junior high band: Phillip Scheck, baritone, "My Regards;" Virginia Peterson, clarinet, "Sweet and Dainty"; Janet Eckstein, clarinet, "Chrysalis"; Hugh Saynor, cornet, "Stare and Stripes Forever";'Arthur Olson, cornet, "Little Commander"; Louis Sawish, sousaphone, "Asleep in the Deep; Edward Mars, Trombone, "Stars and Stripes Forever;" William Krefft, trombone, "Crown Prince Waltz; Marilyn Kiehl, clarinet "Gavotte" and Arthur Thornton, cornet, "Carnival of Venice." These young people will be accompanied by Judy Sonne, Joy Fairchild, Shirley Tornton, Patsy McCracken, Arthur Thornton, Mrs. Schmidt and Mrs. McCurdy. From Edgebrook school, several young instrumentalists have also entered. They are Bill Braun,, cornet, "Poem"; Terry Markgraff cornet, "Lucky Day"; David Heckman, cornet, "My Buddy Waltz;" and James Benson, cornet, "Fortune Hunter". Miss Leta Clark will accompany them on the piano. COUNTY BOARD TAKES ACTION ON TRAILER PARKS Controversies over trailer parks in McHenry county will probably be fewer in the future, after action taken at the February meeting of the county board of supervisors last week. At that time, it was decided that trailer parks will be allowed only in compliance with an amendment to the building ordinance that demands, among other things, an application fee, a license fee and area restrictions for each park. Applications for a trailer park must still be approved by the county zoning board of appeals, it was indicated. The amendment calls for an annual license fee of seventy-five dollars,. plus five dollars for each trailer coach space and an application fee of fifty dollars for each ten acres of land to be used. Many other • requirements, including space, also are part of the amendment, as well as specifications such as employment of a caretaker, sanitation, etc. Violation of the ordinance will make the owners subject to $200 fine per day. Visitors in the home of Mrs. John Bolger last week, as guests of her son, John, were Dave Solomon of Johnstown, Pa., Bill Lloyd of Daytona Beach, Fla., and Bob Moran of Anon, New York, friends from Notre Dame. Dr. John Tambone of Woodstock has been elected new president of the McHenry County Medical society. Other officers are Dr. Joe C. McKenna of Fox River 6rove, vice-president and Dr. J. Mijanovich of Marengo, secretary- • The society meets every third Thursday of the month and besides considering local medical problems, also presents a speaker on some current medical or surgical subject. The next meeting will be held Feb. 21. when the subject of "Traumatic Injuries of the Chest" will be considered. SERVICE NEWS Okinawa (Ahtnc) -- Morton W. Rupert recently was promoted to specialist third class at Fort Buckner, Okinawa, where he is assigned to the U. S. Army military police group. Rupert entered the Army in October, 1955, and completed basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. The 22-year-old soldier, son of Merton W. Rupert of McHenry, is a 1952 graduate of Maine township high school at DesPlaines. William Newman, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Newman of Chapel Hill, McHenry, recently utes promoted to specialist third class at Fort Sill, Okla., where he is a member of the 36th field artillery battalion. Specialist N"wman, a mechanic in the battalion's Battery A, entered the Army in January, 1955, and completed basic training at Fort Chaffee, Ark. ' The 21-year-old soldier attended Cameron college. Donald Wagner was discharged from the Army last week after completing sixteen months of service in Germany with the tank maintenance group. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Wagner of Rt. 5, McHenry. The young man expects to make his home in McHenry. His parents entertained at a family reunion Sunday in his honor,' including a turkey dinner served to thirty guests. The gathering was als'o a belated holiday party, for Donald had been away from home two Christmas sea- LICENSE VIOLATIONS All local traffic law enforcement officers have been asked by Secretary of State Charles F. Carpentier for their continued cooperation in enforcing the state's motor vehicle licensing laws. With the Feb. 15 deadline set by his office for obtaining 1957 plates now past, Secretary Carpentier said he feels all motorists not displaying ^current plates should be subject to arrest. SHARE TAX BiCXEY Townships in the county will receive $10,730 as their share of motor fuel tax,for January. ELECTION FOR DISTRICT SCHOOL OFFICIALS APRIL 13 With interest mounting in elections of all kinds with the approach of spring, irtS'ftlitural that residents of the area look ahead to Saturday, April 13, wnen school board members are selected by the public. At this early date, no information has been received as to the elections in some of the smaller districts. However, it is known tHat the terms of two members of District 15 (grade school) and three members of District 156 (high school) expire this Spring. Further word on filings will be carried in future issues of the Plaindealer. , «.! SPRING GROVE MAN HAS RETIRED AS CHICAGO FIRE CHIEF Spring Grove people are mighty proud of an outstanding record chalked up by .one of their residents, Frank H. Tinney, who was honored guest at a party held recently on his retirement as first assistant chief of the Chicago Fiye Insurance Patrol. The party, held in Chicago, was arranged by FRANK HL TINNEY Frank Becker, commander of the American Legion post, a Chicago fireman and a friend of Mr. Tinney for many years. Seated at the speaker's table with his „ family, Chief Tinney heard Dr. Harbld P. Sullivan act as master of ceremonies, introducing as speakers, Michael J. Corrigan, retired comissioner of the Chicago Fire department; Albert H. Petersen, chief of the Chicago Fire department; John J. Haberkorn, retired chief of the department; William Hoban, captain; Fred W. Kempf, chief of Chicago Fire Patrol; Raymond Redich, first assistant chief, Chicago Fire Patrol; and William J. Walsh, second assistant chief. Presentation of a gold badge with the inscription, "April 14, 1913 - May 1, 1957, forty-four years of meritorious service with the Chicago Fire Insurance Patrol," was made by Willard W. Krom, manager of the Chicago Board of Underwriters. Frank Becker was selected to present Chief Tinney with a substantial purse and a citation from Fireman's Post, No. 667," of the American Legion. Both Mr. and Mrs. Tinney received matched gold wrist watch- (Gontinued on Page 8) ASK GENEROSITY OF LOCAL RESIDENTS IN AMMAL CAMPAIGN; CAPTAINS FOR WllYING DISTRICT HAVE BEEN NAMED ROTARY RECEIVES CONGRATULATIONS ON 52ND ANNIVERSARY The community extends congratulations this week to its Rotary club, which is joining with other clubs "throughout the world in the observance of the fifty-second birthday of the organization. The McHenry club started in May of 1955, with twenty-seven charter members. There are now thirty-four members, whose activities are led for the year of 1957 by the following officers: John Looze, president; Dr. H. S. Fike, vice-president; Albert £. Blake, secretary; and Earl R. Walsh, treasurer. Directors are Dr. William Nye, C. H. Duker and Ray McGee. One of the most important projects of the club is their assistance, financial and otherwise, to deserving students who might otherwise be 'unable to further their education beyond high school. At the present time, three students are being given help so that they may attend college. Designed as a service organization, the club helps in other ways in the community also. Only recently, they contributed to the cerebral palsy program by helping with the salary of the teacher. The club is social in its activities also, and members look forward to each Thursday ^ioon, when business and professional associates gather at luncheon and to discuss the less serious matters of everyday living. AMOS W. SMITH. OLDEST NATIVE OF RIN6W00D. DIES Ringwood lost its oldest native resident in death last Thursday morning when Amos W. Smith passed away at Shangra-La rest home. The 87-year-old man passed away after an illness of two' months. He was born Aug. 30, 1869, in Ringwood, where he had lived all his life. He was affectionately known by his many friends as "Uncle Ame." He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. B. T. (Mary) Butler, two grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren. The body rested at the Peter M. Justen & Son funeral home until Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, when services were held there, followed by interment in Ringwood cemetery. SECOND MOOSE BREAK-IN An undetermined amount of money was taken from the Moose lodge last Thursday night in the second break-in of the last two weeks. Authorities say that from appearances, it seemed the burglars had started to remove a quantity of liquor but decided for some reason to leave with only the money. INJURES BACK Mrs. George Schreiner has been confined to Memorial hospital with an injured back sustained ift avfall on the sidewalk last week. The City Clerk's office reports a rush on vehicle tags this week as the deadline draws near. Vehicle owners are urged to remember that Thursday, February 28 (not March 1st) is the last day to purchase without paying 50-cent penalty. Courtesy reminder cards are being mailed but this week. A report from the city engineer indicates that the new addition to the sewage treatment plant will be ready for operation soon. Tonyan Construction Company, general contractor on the project, will advise the approximate date of completion. A petition from property owners residing in the Grand Ave., Maple Ave. and Freund Ave. area request a meeting with the council to discuss construction of sewer mains in their section of the city. Engineers' estimates and plans are nearing completion and a meeting date will be set by Mayor Freund in the near future. With the installation of new and brighter street lights in residential areas< the need for trimming and removing hazardous limbs from trees has been found by the council. Main Street and Waukegan Road trees will be trimmed very soon, the contract being awarded to Anderson Tree Service in the amount of $620.00. - An application for permit to hold a carnival during the Fourth of July period was submitted by McHenry Post No. 491 American j Legion at the council meeting this week and approved. A survey on parking meter installations on Elm Street is being prepared and will be reviewed by the council. THRlSE GRASS FIRES February 25 is the last day for filing nomination papers for the city election to be held April 16. March 2 is the last day for candidates to withdraw petitions. The month long 1957 Heart fund drive will reach a high point on Heart Sunday, Feb. 24, when local volunteers spread throughout the community to carry the fight against the heart and blood vessel diseases to the doorsteps of every family in McHenry. Mrs. Madeline Mayfield, chairman of the annual one-day drive, explains Heart Sunday as "that special day in the year on which the Illinois Heart association asks you to remember what you have seen, heard and read about the cardiovascular diseases throughout the year and to contribute for every heart you love." Mrs. Mayfield is being assisted in the drive by Women of the Moose, of which she is a member, and other interested persons, some .representing service and civic organizations. More volunteers are needed within the city and any offer of assistance will be appreciated. Volunteers Mrs. Edwin Reid has been assigned to the McCullom Lake, West Shore Beach and Lakeland Park area; Mrs. J. W. Ambrose of McHenry Shores; Mrs. R. Sullivan, Shalimar, Orchard Beach and Huemann's subdivision; and Mrs. Noonan, Eastwood Manor. These and many more volunteers will begin their house to house canvass at 2 o'clock Sunday and will continue working until all homes in their respective com* munities have been visited. - The business districts will be contacted this week. Should anyone wish to contribute who is not visited "fluring either the home or business canvass, he may send check to Mrs. Mayfield or to the local bank. Headquarters for the Sunday drive will be the Moose lodge, where campaign workers will be waiting to total contributions. In connection with the drive, a special tag day will be held in McHenry by the 'teen-agers of the community. Need For Action Little need be said regarding the serious upward trend in heart diseases. Three disorders account for about 90 per cent of all heart disease, atherosclerosis, a form of "hardening of the arteries," high blood pressure and rheumatic fever. Medical science has yet to discover the underlying causes of any of the three, but research has achieved notable advances over the heart diseases. New and improved drugs have been developed to lower blood pressure. Significant gains have been made in diagnosis, care and treatment of patients suffering from heart attack. Dramatic progress has been made through surgery to correct defects of the heart and its great vessels. AVOID ACQUAINTANCE WITH STRANGERS, CHILDREN WARMED An incident which occurred ilk McHenry this week has prompted local authorities to ask parents to caution their young children to avoid becoming j acquainted with strangers or to Accept rides with them. Two 'teen-aged girls were frightened about 3:30 Monday afternoon when an unidentified man stopped his car behind them as they walked home from school on Center street* and Oak dvenue. According to their stpry, he got out of the car, walked around them, went back to the car and repeated the same procedure again. At no time did he speak to them, however. The girls described the man as about 35, with brown hair and glasses, wearing a jacket and blue jeans and driving a gray Ford. The auto had '56 license plates. A similar occurance was reported about three weeks ago. Any child approached by a stranger is asked to take note of the license plates„and report the incident to local police immedi- Three fires required the services of local volunteers this week ? but none was of a serious nature. Two Lakeland Park and one in the vacant lot to the south of r Main street, just west of the rail- i road tracks, were grass fires ^ which started from garbage burn* f, ers. ' ^