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"Serving The Chain-O-Lakes Region Since 1875' Volume 85 -- No. 40 -- 3 Sections McHENRYr ILLINOIS. THURSDAY. FEBRUARY 4. I960 24 Pages -- 10c Per Copy McHENRY DAYS FEB. 5-6 jMusjn' Nothing can quite compare in scenic beauty with a row of stately trees along a country roaS^ At any time of year -- at any time of day--the beauty of that road is enhanced to the driver who treasures the decreasing number of such .rural spots now available to those of us who enjoy the beauties of nature. It was with memories of many enjoyable rides along the Crystal Lake blacktop that we loofe with a somewhat sickening ^reeling, at the stumps . of thirty maple trees which have been cut almost to the ground about three miles south of the city. We regretted the cutting of our own McHenry trees on Elm street just a few years ago, but realized that this was a necessary loss in the interest of progress. We have been un^jfe to find anything but the most insignificant reasons for the destruction of these many trees south of McHenry. With a couple of exceptions, the trees were healthy, and the best excuse we have been offered is that a large branch blew down during a storm last winter and blocked traffic for a time. F^n more distressing is the worn (which we hope is only rumor) that similar procedures may be carried out on other roads in the county. Residents who live in the area were shocked to find the "operation" completed in a very short time. Many folks have expressed their displeasure, and some have taken steps to see if they can prevent the losjgpf trees in" other places. From time to time the public is being asked by the government to plant trees in an effort to preserve the beauty of our country. The program is of little benefit when large numbers are being destroyed for little reason. Old timers tell us that , a farsighted resident named H^rls planted the thirty m!q>les many, many years ago, evidently picturing in h i s m i n d t h e b e a u t y t h e y would provide for the future. Our only regret is that the "future" could not have extended for the many more years these trees might have lived to provide pleasure for others. William Hepburn, who has been confined to bed for six years, observed his eightysixth birthday anniversary last Saturday. This kindly and beloved doctor had practiced longer than any other physician in McHenry county when he retired from active practice in the Ringwood community. P^ny friends called Saturday to extend best wishes.to a man who spent well over i half century helping those about him. Our own best wishes are also with Dr. Hepburn He came to Ringwood sixtyyears ago to practice medicine, and even today does some work even though confined to bed. Former neighbors of the PlJ^idealer stqff, Mr. and Mrs. Gus Moritz, celebrated their silver wedding anniversary last week, and the staff joins in congratulations to the couple. Our waistlines may be improving. but we surely do miss the treats Mr. Moritz brought us from his wife's kitchen during the years they resided on Green street. INJURIES SUFFERED IN HEAD-ON CRASH FATAL TO EUGENE FREUND; SERVICES HELD MONDAY MORNING The soaring traffic toll reached five in J/|cHenry county "last Friday ijiorning, Jan. 29, at 9:30 o'clotek^Vhen Eugene F. Freund died in McHenry hospital of injuries suffered six days previous in a head-on-collision on/ Rt. 120, east of the city. . The 28-year-old man remained in critical condition the entire week, and never regained consciousness. He suffered a skull fracture, crushed chest and facial lacerations when his west-bound car whiph was passing another auto driven by Bertha Jager, struck a car driven by Anton F. Blake of Green street. Blake suffered broken ribs and remained in the McHenry hospital until Tuesday of last week. Freund was born in McHenry Nov. 28, 1931, a son of Walter J. and Olive G. Freund. He had lived all of his life in this community and was graduated from the McHenry high school. Serv ed In Army He served with the Army during the Korean conflict, entering on Jan. 4, 1952, and returning in December of 19£>3. The young man was a talented artist and had displayed some of his paintings at the local Art Fair last June. He was a member of McHenry Council. No. 1288. Knights of Columbus. Survivors include two sisters, Madeline Freund of Washington, D. C., and Mrs. Clare Moran of Lakeland Park; three brothers, Roger C., Walter J., Jr., and Gerald of McHenry. The body rested at the Peter M. Justen & Son funeral home until Monday morning at 10 o'clock; when Mass was sung at St. Mary's church, with burial in the church cemetery. An inquest into his death was continued to Feb. 6. Freund's death was the fifth on the highway this month in McHenry county compared to only one in January of 1959. Three of these deaths have occurred in this area,, the first being Johannes Kuldma, 33 of Terra Cottai who died of injuries suffered in an accident on Rt. 31 on Jan. 7, and the second, 16-y e a r-old Arlene Manheim of Franklin Park, who was killed in the collision of a car and train at Spring Grave. MCHS Homemaker lumbers of the McHenry Choral club took time out from j rehearsal for their spring pro-1 gram last Monday night to \ vote $100. the profit of their! recent holiday concert, to the j swimming pool fund. This fundi campaign is the fourth project! to benefit from proceeds of; their performances, others hav-1 ing been two donations to the ' pu'||c library, one to the beach j ]ife™iara fund and a benefit i program for an organization J which purchased ur: forms for; Lit tie League members. The1 club has -also"donated a spotlight and risers to the school. K. A. F. LYNNE BUCKIE Lynne Buckie, senior in the McHenry high school, was named "homemaker of tomorrow" last week after she rated highest in a special test taken in December. Lynne now becomes an entry in the state contest, in which winners from all high schools in Illinois are contenders. FINE PROGRESS ON COMMUNITY CLUB BUILDING TOLD Word comes this week from the Johnsburg Rescue Squad concerning the fine progress being made on the new building which will house the unit. Because of the mild winter, members deaided to start work immediately rather than wait until spring. The structure is being built on property located on Bridge View drive in Johnsburg. Members of the squad, along with other men of the community who have volunteered their services, are taking on the tremendous task of constructing the entire building. Working in their spare time, in just a few weeks they have completed the foundation. The grading and back filling have also been finished because of the generosity of those who have given so willingly of their time. Last Saturday, ten men, in addition to bricklayers, installed a very large portion of the building walls. This public response to the undertaking of the Rescue Squad is very gratifying to members. Recently, the finance committee met with those who have been soliciting funds for the building campaign and the generous donations were made known to all. NAME CAPTAINS DRIVE INCITY $30,000 County Goal Set For Campaign* . Starting March 1 For many years the month of March has been set aside as Red Cross month, when that organization undertakes an extensive drive to collect money used for a big variety of needs here and abroad in the year ahead. This year the county goa! has been set at $30,000, and an enthusiastic fund drive chairman, W. H. Tammeus. is confident that it will be reached. He says there is no doubt in his mind that the amount of money can be collected if solicitors call at every door on every street and in very subdivision. Captains and other leaders in the McHenry^ community were named this past week. Mrs. Gertrude Barbian and Mrs. Verona Kent are in charge of the drive in the residential section, while Donald Weingart will handle the business sections. Other Captains Other area captains include Marie HOwe, McCullom Lake; Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Etemick, Eastwood Manor; Mrs. Eileen Longfield. Holiday Hills; Mrs. Norman Eggert. Edgebrook and Mrs. Leona Fantus, Lilymoor. Mrs. Donald Doherty is contact committee chairman and Richard J. Zieman heads the publicity committee. FABRIC CENTpR HOLDS GRAND OPENING TODAY Contribute to the Red Cross drive during March. MARCH OF DIMES COLLECTION More than $1,000 has been collected in the McHenry March of Dimes drive to date. Anyone who l|as not been contacted may still contribute by sending a check to James Larkin, fund drive treasurer. VALENTINE DANCE The McHenry Township Republican Women's club will sponsor a Valentine dance on Saturday, Feb. 6, at the V.F.W. clubhouse at 9 p.m. Remember the Boy Scout j drive. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Dean have announced the grand opening of their new Fabric j Center at 108 S. Green street I today. Thursday, Feb. 4. with I hours from 9 a.m. to 5:30 | o'clock that day. I Manager of the store will be Mrs. Eleanor Murphy of Mc- • Henry, assisted by Miss Judy i Baur. ! The Deans have been Mc- ! Henry residents for the past • eight years, when they took j over operation of the Ben i Franklin store. So great has j been the demand for fabrics 1 that they decided to open a ; new store devoted exclusively I to one of the biggest selections : of fabrics of all kinds in this ! part of the state. McHENRY MAN INJURED WHEN' I STRUCK BY AUTOt Raymond Brookhouse suffered a fractured left leg test Thursday evening when he Was struck by a car as he crossed on Elm street at the- Park street intersection.' McHenry police said Brookhouse had just left the #rooming house where he resides and was enroute to his work at Mi Place tavern. A car driven by Roger Reinke of Wortder Lake had just pulled away from the curb about a block east of the scene of the accident, travelling west. He told authorities he ® saw Brookhouse, who evidently was startled when he realized the car was near and stepped in front of the auto. Brookhouse was taken to McHenry hospital for treatment of the broken leg. It was at the same intersection that Mrs. Mary Weingart lost her life when struck by a car last December. ACTION ON CHARGES OF HOMICIDE AWAIT INQUEST VERDICT A citation for reckless homi cide was issued by state police to two men in this area following an accident last week near Wauconda in which a third man lost his hfe. Action on the charge awaits the ver diet of an inqut-st into a;< death of Victor Fields, 32, of Wauconda who was killed after his car was involved in a two-car crash on Rt. 5d, when he wai> thrown from his auto and riin over by anothex vehicle. According to authorities, Field was driving south, enrcute to Barrington to pick up his wife, Ruby, an employee of an industrial firm, when icy pavement is. believed to tun* caused' ioTIisTon of his auto with another driven by Wayne Malzahn of Griswold Lake. A third auto, driven by Carl Tietz, Jr., of Mylith Park, was close behind and passed over the body of Field, which hat been throw.i from his own auto. His body was pinned beneath the car. . i Funeral services were held Friday afternoon from the Kisselburg chapel in Wauconda. TWO WITHDRAW FROM APRIL 12 PNMARYRACES Ally. Herrmann Is No Longer In Attorney Contest Two of the most keenly contested races for office lost candidates this past week as two withdrew their names. One was a McHenry man, Atty. Roland Herrmann, who announced that he would not ru^l for state's attorney in the April 12 primary. The other announcement came from Malcofan Shroyer of Hawthorn Woods, who withdrew his name as a Republican candidate for the state senate from the 52nd district. Atty. Herrmann's withdrawal leaves three in the GOP state's attorney race, Karl Koch, Richard Cross and Sol . Friedman. $hroyer's decision not to be a ^candidate leaves Senator Robert McClory with opposition from one other Republican candidate, Lee Flemming There are two Democrats seeking the nomination, Joseph Arm< md and John C. Green. For committeeman posts m the primary, there are nine contests among the many seeking election in the GOP ranks, two of which are in this community. Candidates in the various precincts include the following: 1, Joseph Levesque and Sigurd Jacobson; 2, Charles J. Miller; 3. none; 4, Joseph Frett;- 5. Stephen Vacula and George Gutzman; 6, Anthony Varese; 7, Joseph Cina, 8, Charles G. Miller; 9, John Bonder. tjemocratic candidates locaHx are these: 1, Theresa Henry Jackson^-3, L a u r e n c e H u c k ; 4 , J o h n Colomer; 5, John McCafferty; 6, Lynn Stuart; 7, Charles Adams, 8, none; 9, Arthur Matthies. ° AWAIT REPORT ON FINDINGS OF TRAFFIC SURVEY The Plaindealer is awaiting a traffic and parking survey report from Stanton and Rockwell, planning consultants, who have been at work during the past year in a study which is expected to result in recommendations which will be of great value in city planning in the years ahead. Representatives of the firm met last week with the City Council and Planning Commission to discuss progress to date. The traffic and parking survey is only part of the general survey being made. HONOR McHENRY WOMAN ON 93rd S3STK&AY JAN. 28 Still active and very mucl interested in the world abou4 her is MH. Elizabeth Schneid er, who observed her ninety third birthday anniversary las Thursday, Jan. 28. Friends called that day to extend bes' wishes and visit with this charming lady, who has spent her lifetime in McHenry. For seventy-one years of her life she resided in the same block on Court street, but a few months ago moved to the home of her son, Anton, on Mill street. Mrs. Schneider has been one of those individuals who believes that a busy person is a nappy one, and she has lived according to this old saying. Still an avid card player, she also has included as hobbies in recent years crocheting and caring for an assortment of plants. Give to the March of Dimes. Serving Liquor To Minors Is Matter Of Public Concern Two weeks ago a local youth was fined for purchasing beer in a tavern in this area, and the tavern owner received a larger fine and O suspended jail sentence. Action followed many weeks of surveillance by the county sheriff's office after many reports by adults that minors were seen drinking in some taverns in this area. Sheriff Melvin Griebel, in telling the Plaindealer of the arrest, pledged his office to a continuing effort to keep our community, and the entire county, free of such practices. It is generally conceded that serving liquor to minors constitutes one of the biggest threats to ah upswing in juvenile delinquency that exists in any community. When one considers the tragic accidents on the highway which have resulted from this cause, the public is given even more reason to keep their eyes open to any violations of this kind. For many years, the majority of tavern operators in the McHenry area have made an honest and continuing effort to abide by the laws aimed at protecting our youth. It takes only the greed of one or two persons to attract the weakness of a larger number of young folks and start a chain of events which eventually results in a situation that is unpleasant at its best, and tragic at its worst. Certainly the public has a right to expect the County Liquor Commission to serve as a protective body v^here the violation of laws under its jurisdiction is concerned. The public also has a duty--as individual citizens--to report such incidents which come to their attention and see that something is done to correct them. One of;,,..the reasons for pride in McHenry has been the calibre of its young folks. Certainly it is up to those with the experience of added years to make sure this is always so! Large Deer Hit By Car Thursday Drivers in the area along East River road are asked to travel with care since deer are known to inhabit the wooded area there. In the past three months, two have been struck by cars. Last Thursday -night a^driver stopped after striking a large buck near the Oakmount Pheasant farm. He summoned Carl Behnke, manager at the farm, but darkness prevented the two men from finding the wounded animal. On Friday morning, the search was continued by several game wardens, who were led to the deer by blood stains in the snow. The buck, believed to be about 3 years old, had recently shed his horns. The deer was found about 1,000 feet from the scene of the accident. The animal had two broken legs but tried to escape. After several falls, it finally, collapsed and was shot by the game wardens, who said the deer ws *so badly injured it could not have survived. Certainly the presence of deer in an area which has fast been losing its rural touch, is pleasant news to most people. Those who .are most hopeful that the number of deer will increase are alsoVanxious that motorists use soiW caution when driving in this area. Re-enlists In Navy ORGANIZE YOUNG REPUBLICAN CLUB IN COUNTY TONIGHT Tonight, Feb. 4, at 8 p.m. there will be a meeting in the county court room of the court house in Woodstock for the purpose of establishing and organizing a Yourtg Republican group in the county. The meeting has been called primarily for the discussion and adoption of a constitution and bylaws, and also to talk over programs and activities and to select officers for the year 1960. Those in attendance will also discuss the advisability of affiliating with the state and national organizations for Young Republicans. The organization is for both men and women between the ages of 21 and 36 who are desirous of organizing to participate in political activities. Anyone in the specified age group is invited to attend this charter meeting. JOHN VYCITAL J o h n V y c i t a l , e n g i n e m a n third class, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Vycital, has re-enlisted for a six-year period in the Navy. For the next three years he will be stationed in French Morocco. MANY REASONS FOR CITY BOND ISSUE EXPLAINED Tuesday, Feb. 16, is the-date set by the City Council for a vote on the sale of general obligation bonds in the amount of $300,000 for a new well, supply tank and mains. Two years ago the Illinois Inspection Bureau wrote to the City of McHenry in regard to the water supply. This was done for two reasons. First, for the health of the community and secOnd, for holding the present fire insurance rating classification. In this letter it was. pointed out that the city would need a new well, also a new storage tower, plus larger mains in some locations.' Since that time the Council has been working with the city engineers, Illinois Inspection Bureau, and the State Geological Survey division to give the city the best possible water supply. Present Supply The city's present water supply comes from a gravelpacked well located at the city (Continued on Page 8) INVESTIGATE SHOOTING McHenry police have been investigating reports of persons shooting „BB guns in the city limits, in the north part of McHenry. McHenry Hospital Patient Volume Emphasizes Need For Expansion Release of 1959 figures on McHenry hospital patient volume boldly emphasizes why the hospital has been bursting at the seams, according to James M. Lennon, president. Totals for the year set a record high in admissions, operations and emergency cases handled, and they reflect the growing, unavoidable problem of patient crowding, he stated. Construction of the new eighteen bed building behind the present location will help alleviate the problem, he added. Other figures on hospital volume reported by Mr. Lennon are: Set Record In December there were 141 patients admitted, the second highest during 1959. July's figure was 143. There were 182 operations performed in December, an all-time record for the hospital, and 113 more than were handled in December, 1958. The 1,000 admissions in lfl5fl exceeded thp 1958 total hy 27.> patients. During the twelve month period. 1.374 operations were perfoimed, topping the 1958 figure by 655 and averaging almost six operations p day for October. November and December last year. Emergency cases totaled 1.474 which is 206 higher than the number treated during 1958. Hospital officials use a "per cent of occupancy" figure to refle6t the extent of bed use. Mr. Lennon stated. This monthly figure is the ratio of beds available to beds occupied, he explained. The accepted operational norm is 80 per cent; however, at McHenry hospital the figure exceeded tftis per- (Continued on page 8) FIRST VISIT IN THIRTY YEARS ENDS WITH TRIP ABROAD Willy Wolter of Mullheim- Ruhr, Germany, is shown with his sister, Mrs. Carl Behnke during his iong visit here th first enjoyed by them in thirty years. On Saturday, Feb. 6. he will leave f'.r New York to visit other relatives before his departure for Bremen, Germany. on the SS United State*., Feb. 11. Anxiously awaiting his return to Germany are his wife Martha, a daughter, Ursela, his son-in-idw and 4-year-old grand son, Har.tmut. Mr. Wolter arrived by piano \-.st August. On Sept. 13 he celebrated his sixty-sixth birthday at the home of Mrs. Behn kc, who had arranged a surprise party in his honor, with forty relatives and friends in attendance. Since his arrival, Mr. Wolter h a s v i s i t e d i n M i c h i g a n a n d Ohio, as well as having seen many places of interest in Chicago. H^ expressed himself as thankful for having had the opportunity to visit this great and wonderful country. Last Saturday, friends and ivlatives from McHenry, Wauconda and Chicago attended a (Continued on page 8) OUTSTANDING SALES OFFERED BUYINGJPUBUC Twenty-Five Stores Included In Dollar Days Twenty-five McHenry business firms are uniting this week to present money saying Dollar Days on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 5 and 6. They promise some of the biggest buys ever offered local shoppers. Taking part in the special days are United Rent-Alls, Inc., Betty Nielsen Women's Fashions, Western Tire Auto store. Roth Shoes, Tonyan's Home Furnishings, Marie's Specialty Shop! The Toddler Shop, McHenry State Bank, Peter Gies Shoes, The Casual Shoppe, Vycital's Hardware, Rainbow Cleaners, W h i t e's Men's Shop, Riverside Retail Outlet, Ben Franklin store, McGee's Store for Men, Glad stone's Department Store, The Fabric Center, Bolger's Drug Store, Gem-(one hour) Cleaners, Olsen Furniture, Mark's Sport Center, McHenry County Well & Pump. Stilling'a Town & Country and McHenry Plaindealer. Variety of Items In perusing the pages of the; special Dollar Days supple-, ment, the reader will find articles for the entire family,, including a large variety of items of all kinds. These are the first of two special sale periods set aside each year to offer items of a seasonal nature and many for year 'round use. Dollar Days offer the merchant an opportunity to clear his shelves to make room for new stock, at the same time providing a big savings on well known brands. Other sale days are offered the public in August. In all, a total of 15,000 supplements have been mailed to residents who are sure to profit by the foresighted business planning of local merchants. COUNCIL in CAPSULE The City Council received three bids Monday night on a new truck and purchased a Willys from McHenry Garage the low bidder. Net prices, including trade in of 1955 Dodge truck, were as follows: McHenry Garage, $2,000, Blake Motor Sales, Inc. Dodge, $2,600, Clark Chevrolet, Chevrolet. $2,450. The new vehicle will be equipped with a snow plow to assist clearing corners and places needing extra attention. Many other uses will be found for this type of truck, according to the street department. The deadline for purchasing vehicle licenses is nearing. Last year many car owners failed to heed the many warnings and were faced with penalties. The Council is disturbed with delays in the special assessment sanitary sewer project in the Country Club area, but steps have been taken to hasten the project. Only on^' easement remains unsigned. The Council has asked the special attorney to proceed as fast as possible. DEMOCRATS PLAN RALLY IN CITY EARLY IN MARCH At a meeting of the McHenry County Democratic Central Committe, held at the court house last week, W. E. McCormiek. chairman of the ways and means committee, announced plans for a dinner and rally sponsored by the committee. to be held at the Legion home in McHenry on Saturday evening. March 5. Candidates from the 14th congressional district, 52nd senatorial district and 32nd representative district were invited to speak at the last meeting. After their talks, the (Continued on pafe 8) J V