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1 THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "Serving The Chain-O-Lakes Region Since 1875" V^ume 85 -- No. 8 -- 3 Sections McHENHY, ILLINOIS. Thursday. June 25. 1959 22 Pages -- 10c Per Copy CRASH KILLS C. F. McDERMOTT, JR. fe' Jw ^The big topic Of conversa- Hpn in McHenry this past Meek has been the big Art f*kir, and well it might have been for it was an outstanding e?£$bit of,, a great variety of art forms. We considered ourselves fortunate to have met one of the exhibiting artists as we entered Junior high school for the preview on Thursday evening. He kindly consented to accompany us on a conducted tour which included explanations of the various types of paintings, the dftyee of difficulty involved in earn form of expression, and a number of other details which those of us who are less informed often fail to detect. The exhibit seemed outstanding to us, even though our understanding of art is only in the embryo stage. We would be less than honest to say that the most modern art appealed ^to us, tyut fortunately there soroied fewer this year, and mostly among the works of the artists whose paintings were loaned to the Art Fair. We were not only pleased with what our local and county artists contributed, but couldn't help but be amazed at the abundance of really fine talent locally. The portraits must have been as interesting to others as to ourselves, since itrpras possible in many cases to see family resemblances even before we learned the subject's name. Each year we go home from the Art Fair, convinced that our greatest ambition for the summer ahead is to turn out something for others to admire the following year. Then we realize that the fair hasn't just hapjated. It has been the result of not only tjie enthusiasm which we possess, but also the talent which we do not possess, to which must be added the ingredients of hard work, time, patience and a number of other things which make many of us appreciate what (Continued on page 8) Life Begins The top picture was taken about 5 o'clock last Friday afternoon as a wild Mallard duck contentedly sits on eggs in the "home" which she made under a kitchen window at the home of George Tussey in Oakwood subdivision on the river. The second photo, taken two and a half hours later, shows a plumber of her offspring, vOffch have just hatched. Life progresses rapidly in "picture three, as the proud Mallard shows the little ones how to swim, as they watch atop a cement wall. The last photo demonstrates how quickly they learn as the ten "youngsters" follow their mama on their "maiden voyage" on the Fox river. FLAMES DESTROY RINGWOOD BARN KILTIES TO VISIT CITY One. of the highlights of Drum Corps Magic, a feature of McHenry's 1959 Fiesta Day on Sunday, July 19, will be the appearance of the Racine YMCA Kilties, clad in authentic Scotch uniform representing the Anderson clan when in blue and the McLeod when in red. Since 1935, the Kilts, shown above, have been hard at work in developing their corps until they are well known throughout the Middle West and the East. In their past appearances, they have filled two showcases with trophies and have enough on hand to fill another. They have twice been at the Dreai/". Contest at Byaonne. New Jersey, which is a highly coveted invitation. The boys range from 10 to 18 years in age, with the average being about 15. Those who are familiar with the Kilts realize it is one of the corps that invariably presents to its audiences a new line of music each year. COUNTY'S LARGEST TAX BILL OF $9.456,666 REACHED LOCAL RESIDENTS EARLY THIS WEEK ANNOUNCE TICKET SALE FOR FIESTA DRUM CORPS MAGIC The Chamber of Commerce board of directors held a meeting Tuesday noon, at which time Dr. John Goetschel gave a report on Fiesta Day, July 19. He announced that tickets are now on sale for Drum Corps Magic at Bimbo's," Old Bridge tavern, McHenry State Bank, Bolger's Drug store, Gem Cleaners, Rainbow. Cleaners. Steffan's Jewelry or from Dr. Goetschel or R. A. Steuben. The Chamber of Commerce will sell novelties on Fiesta Day, mementos of the big event of the summer season. It was announced on Tuesday that merchants will hold open house the two days prior to Fiesta Day, on July 17 and 18, at which time each merchant will offer special awards. The organization voted to enter a float in the parade. Others interested in making an entry are asked to contact Clint Clay pool, Ponca street, Cooney Heights. The C. of C. voted to have maps printed of the city and surrounding area. - County residents went to their mail boxes with some trepidation this week --and not without cause. In the mail were 1958 tax bills which were sent out on Monday, amounting to the largest tax bill in the history of McHenry county- County Treasurer Harry Herendeen, as part of his duties, has the collection of $9,456,666.80, considerably more than the $7,713,276.01 for 1957 taxes. The first installment of real estate is due Aug. 1 and the second on Sept. 1. Personal property taxes are due on receipt of bill, with a penalty date Aug. 1. The penalty dates on real estate are the first days of August and September. Of the tax bill, 72.59 per cent is for education, the amount being $6,810,333.97. Taxes For Township Running second are taxes for township purposes, the amount being 10.50 per cent or $993,- 607.11. Others include taxes for county purposes, 7.15 per cent or $676,380.56; cities and villages, 6.82 per cent or $645,- 093.57; fire protection district, 2.08 per cent or $196,705.19; cemetery, hospital and park districts, .86 per cent or $79,- 546.28. There are about 60,113 real estate bills and 25,621 personal property bills. A total of 65.734 people pay tax in the county. Children Break Windows In Eastwood Manor Barn Ten youngsters --nine from Eastwood Manor and one from McHenry --were apprehended by the "sheriff's office early this week and admitted that they had thrown stones and rocks to break about twenty-four windows in the Eastwood Manor bam. The vandalism took place between 6 and 8 o'clock Saturday night, after the Kiwanis auction. The children were about 10 years of age. A lifeguard will be on duty at the McHenry beach daily this summer. Send contribution to Beach Fund, McHenry. Six Entries In Queen Contest To date, there are six entries in the Fiesta Day queen contest. In addition to those mentioned last week, Barbara White of Lilymoor and Carol Goffo of McHenry have entered. Those desiring ±o enter are urged to fill out the application blank which appears elsewhere in this issue and send it to Gertrude Barbian, contest chairman. The contest is open to any resident of the McHenry high school district who is single and between the age of 16 and 23. Judges will select the queen in a program to be held at the V.F.W. clubhouse on Thursday evening, July 16. She will then reign over the Veterans of Foreign Wars carnival, which opens that night, and also over Fiesta Day. NOMINEES ARE SELECTED FOR ASC ELECTION Announcement has been made of the selection of nominees in the forthcoming agricultural stabilization and conservation committee election. McHenry lists Richard Anderson, Glenn Eppel. John Hogan, Arthur Hoppe, Donald Justen, Gordon Larson, Richard May. Henry Tomlinson, Charles Weingart and Theodore Wickman, Jr. In Nunda township they are Wilfred Blake, Joseph Draper, Matthew Fell, Carl Laufer, Louis Lockwood, Paul Mac- K e n z i e, Earl McAndrews, Frank Pechart, Jr., Jack Powers and Henry Seibel. Richmond nominees are Richard Ahrens, Roy Borre, Harry Herman, Robert Howe, Owen Richardson, Walter Schultz, Elmer Smith. Roger Stilling, Clarence Valentine and John Wilson. The election will be held by mail from June 24 through July 6. Remember to buy your tickets for Fiesta Day. They are now on sale. EMERGENCY POLIO DRIVE ANNEDSOON Report County Funds For Care Are Depleted With the success of the Salk vaccine, the public is inclined to feel there is little need for their contributions to the Na>- tional Polio Foundation. However, thirty cases are still receiving March of Dimes rehabilitation care in McHenry county, making it necessary for an emergency drive for funds planned between Aug. 10 and 23. Announcement of the campaign was made this past week by Albert J. Dewey, county chairman. He stated that this care has depleted the county funds, and the financial status of the national headquarters is very low. A meeting of all city chairmen who worked on the January, 1959, campaign was held this week in Crystal Lake to plan an effective campaign to raise funds. All of the money raised in this emergency campaign will be kept in the county to pay existing debts and help pay future expenses. It has been reported that to date, 60 per cent of the residents of McHenry have not received even one shot of the Salk vaccine, which makes it apparent that there may be even new cases of polio locally this summer. In spite of wide publicity, there are thousands of adults and 'teen-agers who have not had a preventive shot. At present, McHenry has three patients still receiving assistance, while Ringwood and Wonder Lake each have one. Woodstock has the greatest number under treatment, numbering eight. 12Q-YEAR-0LD STRUCTURE BURNED TUESDAY EVENING; SECOND BARN BADLY DAMAGED A 120-year-old horse barn was completely destroyed and the upper portion of another barn at Ringwood was badly damaged by a fire which swept through the two buildings about 8 o'clock Tuesday evening. The farm is Jpcated just south of the intersection in Ringwood and is owned by I. F. Et t inger of Chicago Albert Oonk, who resides on the farm, was milking the last of the twenty-three cattle housed in the large barn when he noticed the nearby horse barn in flames. Members of the family looked from the window and saw the fire at about the same time. The McHenry fire department was called, but by the time they arrived only a few minutes later, the old barn was almost completely gone and flames had gained considerable headway in the 18-year-old building. Assisted by neighbors, Mr. Oonk was able t© lead the cattle from the building before any were injured. However, about 2,000 bales of hay "kept on the upper floor were destroyed. Also lost in the fire were some machinery and feed kept in the old structure. Remain on Duty Members "of the three McHenry stations answered tine call and remained on duty throughout the night and into Wednesday morning, keeping the smouldering fire under control. Fortunately, firemen were able to obtain an ample water supply from- hydrants located at Morton Chemical plant located nearby. There were a number of homes in the immediate vicinity, but all escaped fire damage. The cattle were removed to the Bowman farm, three miles away and also owned by Mr. Ettinger, where they will remain until other provisions can be made. YOUNG LAKEMOOR HAN, RECENTLY IN MARINE CORPS. DIES AFTER ACCIDENT NEAR CHAPEL HILL HIGHLANDS TIE VOTE DEFEATS INCORPORATION Legion To Hold July Carnival The carnival season is at hand, and American Legion members are busy with plans for their annual Fourth of Julyevent, which begins Wednesday. July 1, and runs through Sunday, July 5. Harry Mueller, senior vice-commander and the iiew commander-elect, is in charge of arrangements. A highlight of the five-day carnival will be a gigantic fireworks display about 9:30 Saturday night, set up on the Landmark school grounds. Six rides are being planned for the enjoyment of youngfsters of all ages. CHICAGOAN FLEES ONE ACCIDENT. HURT IN SECOND A Chicagoan, Arhe C. Land, 22, is in McHenry hospital this week with injuries sustained when his car collided with another at Lakemoor Sunday evening. According to State Police, Land first collided with an auto driven by Ronald H. Jacques, 23, "of Berwyn. In fleeing from the accident scene, his car was involved in the second crash at Lakemoor, which was handled by the police of that village. Land, who suffered a broken leg and other injuries, will face charges of leaving the scene of an accident. Saturday, June 20, was an exciting day at Pistakee Highlands, where voters went to the polls to express themselves on incorporation. Since the vote was tied, 63 in favor and the same number against, the proposal was defeated since one more vote was needed for the issue.to carry. The subject has long been discussed in the community, where feelings ran high on both sides of the question. The territory in which voting took place included part of the Highlands, part of Indian Ridge and land on Rt. 12 extending to the county line. The law prevents calling an. other election in the same territory for a year. JOHNSilGClUB PLANS CARNIVAL THIS WEEKEND .Tragedy dn the highway took the life of a' popular young man early last Thursday morning, June 18. Claude FMcDermott, Jr.. 22. son of the village president and Mrs. McDermott, died about an hour after being admitted to McHenry hospital. An inquest held that evening resulted in a verdict of accidental death due to chest in- | juries. I McDermott had just left the Johnsburg Bowling Resort. He NOTICE The McHenry State Bank will remain open Wednesday, July 1, and will close Saturday. July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Remember the Johnsburg carnival this week, the McHenry Legion carnival over the holiday. ST. PATRICK'S PASTORS m REV. EUGENE PARKER REV. WILLIAM COLLINS Last Friday, Rev. Fr. William Collins left McHenry to assume new duties as assistant pastor of St. Edward's Catholic church in Rockford. He had served in that capacity at St. Patrick's Catholic church in McHenry for the past three years. Fr. Collins is being replaced by Fr. Eugene Parker, who has been at St. Lawrence parish, Elgin. PARADE "ENTRY BLANKS Entry blanks for the Fiesta Day parade appear elsewhere in this issue. They should be filled out as soon as possible and sent to Clint Clavpool. St. Patrick's Mothers' club will hold a bake sale on July 4 from 4 to 5 p.m. and from 7 to 8 p.m. July 5 after Masses. SEEK FIESTA'QUEEN TITLE CAROL GOFFO SANDRA JONES McHENRY HIGH IN COLLECTIONS ON FOOD SALES JOAN QUINN MARY ANN MAYFIELD BARBARA WHITE County tax collections on the various kinds of business for the month of April amounted to $180,938.50, according to a report of the governor. The highest amount, as in the past, was for food sales, with $49,- 348.50. Automotive ran second with $42,257.23 and third were eating and drinking establishments. McHenry led in collections for food sales, the total being $ 1 0 , 0 0 0 . 7 1 . W o o d s t o c k w a s ahead in general merchandise tax with $5,844.96 and Crystal Lake was high in automotive with $18,108.52. Collections for the various businesses were as follows in County municipalities: Crystal Lake, $40,741; Woodstock, $31,375; McHenry, $28,525; Alden, $208; Algonquin, $4,673; Cary. $7,671; Chemung. $274; Fox River Grove, $2,131; Harvard. $14,157; Hebron, $1,537; Marengo. $12,093; Richmond, $2,734; Ridgefield, $529; Ringwood, $452; Spring Grove, (Continued on Page 5) Many Attractions Scheduled For Three-DayEvent The Johnsburg Community club will hold its annual carnival on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 26, 27 and 28, at Memorial Park in Johnsburg. As in past years, the committee has made arrangements to assure everyone who attends a fine time. There will be all types of games, refreshment stands and entertainment, including pony rides for the kiddies. A highlight of Saturday afternoon will be a baseball game between Kenosha and the Johnsburg Tigers. Johnsburg will take the field again Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock in a game with Crystal Lake. Festivities will actually open at 6 o'clock Friday evenfog when a fish fry is served. Other culinary treats in connection with the event include lunch on Saturday night and a plate dinner Sunday afternoon at 5 o'clock. These are expected to be attractions which will be attended by large crowds. Chairman Names General carnival chairman is Michael Schaefer. He will be assisted by Fred Smith.. Walter Durrenberg, Lloyd Fre u n d, Norbert Smith and Richard M a r s h a l l , t i c k e t s ; F r a n k Schmitt, George Schmitt, John N. Schmitt and Frank Schafer, finance; Walter Durrenburg and James Hettermann, publicity; George Hiller, stands;„ James Freund and Si Meyers, refreshments; Mesdames Marie Oeffling, Eva Schaefer, Olivia Hiller and Martha Freund, kitchen; and Mr. and Mrs. Art Stilling, soft drinks. Other chairmen include Ray Groh, Bill Haag, Fred Huemann, Mike Schaefer, George May, Leo Hiller, Fred Fuchs, Joseph Sompel, Harry Freund, Al. Adams, Leo Freund and Carl Neiss. Members of the Community club promise those who attend a most pleasant few hours of entertainment. NOTICE The McHenry Savings and Loan will remain open July 1 and will close on the holiday, July 4, which falls on Saturday. The Ringwood Women's Society of Christian Service will sponsor a smorgasbord dinner at the Ringwood church from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 27. C. F. McDERMOTT. JR. was enroute home, travelling south on Chapel Hill road, when his car went out of control on a curve, skidded about 150 feet, struck a utility pole, then continued another 50 feet to crash into a tree. He was thrown from the debris. Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Glosson, also driving south, arrived on the scene shortly after the crash and summoned an ambulance. McDermott was bom Jtltie 13, 1937, in Chicago, and only recently completed three years of service in the Marine Corps, where he served as sergeant. Most of his life had been spent in the Lakemoor community. The young man was a popular student at the McHenry high school, from which he graduated in 1955. He was <a member of the football squad for two years and was very active as a wrestler. It was a hobby which he continued in the Marine Corps, winning honors there as he had in high school. He is survived by his parents; a half sister, Claire Frances Cleary of Austin, Minn; grandparents. Mrs. Exilda McDermott and Morris Baskovich, both of Minnesota. The body rested at the Peter M. Justen funeral home until Saturday morning, when a funeral Mass was sung at St. Mary's church. Burial was in the church cemetery. J. J. ROTHERMEL. BOAT COMPANY FOUNDER. DIES Joseph J. Rothermel, founder and operator . for thirty years of the Fox River Valley Boat company on Riverside Drive, died Friday night, June 19, in McHenry hospital at the age of 80. Mr. Rothermel was born June 4, 1879. in Johnsburg, and resided in this area all his life. Surviving are the widow, Christine; a daughter, Florence Billeter, of Palatine; four sons, William of McHenry, Ray of Chicago, Loren of Fort Meyers Beach, Fla., and James of McHenry; also a sister, Dora Klejn, of Fort Atkinson, Wis. A son, Cecil, preceded him in death. A funeral Mass was sung at St. Mary's Catholic church Monday morning, with burial in the church cemetery. Prior to that time the body rested at the George Justen & Son funeral home. Publish Plaindealer Day Early Next Week The Plaindealer will be printed one day early, on Wednesday, July 1. so that readers in the city and rural communities may recei\~e the paper well in advance of the Fourth of July holiday, which falls on Saturday. Deadlines for this next issue will need to be changed. Display advertising must be in our office by Monday noon and classified advertising by Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock. General new^s will be accepted until Monday ) afternoon at 3 o'clock and correspondents' copy must be turned in Thursday and Friday. 4