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"Serving The Chain-O-Lakes Region Since 1875" uxiie 85 -- No. 51 -- 3 Sections McHENRY, ILLINOIS, THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 1960 24 Pages -- 10c Per Copy KILLED IN ACCIDENT CONTEST FOR GOP CHAIRMAN IS While the center of interest among voters was in the big primary election last week, certainly MeHenry might well ; consider the school election vot^ih this area most success* ful Tn view of the large nurrther of votes cast in the various districts. Unlike some other elections, school voters are seldom made aware of what occurs elsewhere, and just how they compare in their decisions with residents of other districts. Having access to other news- | papers in the county and in thi£ part of Illinois, it has often come to our attention i that MeHenry voters have i taken a greater interest in i these elections than many! o t h e r c o m m u n i t i e s , and f o r ' tiie most part have been generous in their support of bond i issues and tax rate increases j f o r o t h e r p u r p o s e s . T h i s h a s ' been true in spite of the fact ! thp^ because of a tremendous i growth in population the demands have necessarily been greater here than in- many other places. The reaction of the voters, has very probably resulted from a generally wise decision on the part of the boards to ask for extra help in the way I of money o n l y when i t i s a n , absolute necessity to provide adH^iate room and qualified teachers. The public, in almost every case, has realized that more money was imperative to maintain the type of schools i of which the community can • be proud. Some musing on the subject was prompted this past week with a review of '0 the bond issue vote in neighboring Har- i v Whe« 'VofcswMt'tf rtt-ed d o w i an e d u c a t i o n a l f u n d ; boost by a 3-2 ratio. Board j members reportedly admitted that the need was not imperative at this time, but it was their intention to obtain the attitude of district voters in anticipation of the results of a 7 per cent boost in teachers' salaries approved for next fall atii a probable need for additJsdlal money in another year. £ It is only an opinion, but bur own experience in MeHenry area school districts seems to prove that it is best to wait until the need Actually exists, then present the problem honestly to the voters and they will usually act In the best interest of the community. Personally, wfc would be a little afraid of any test "call for help". Committeemen To Elect Head On, Monday Night There was some indication early this week : 'that there might be a contest at next Monday night's meeting at the court house for the post of G.O P. county central committee chairman. Charles "Chuck" Miller of MeHenry, precinct committeeman in MeHenry Precinct 2. has been chairman for the past two years. It was not possible to reach him for comment Wednesday morning but it is said he will seek re-election. Rumors were numerous on Monday that Edward Gitzke, committeeman in Algonquin 8, also will be a candidate. However, a source close to Mr. Gitzke said this was not likely. Word of the probable contest came from Harold F. Gillis, secretary of the committee. The chairman is elected by the committeemen, who may cast the number of votes received in their precinct in the last primary. Miller received 275 and Gitzke 238. The total votes in the county run 11,254. There was some conjecture that the southern part of the county might try to regain the chairmanship held for many years by the late Henry L. Cowlin. who was defeated two years ago dj the MeHenry Republican. In •view ut this possibility, it is interesting to review the number of votes in the larger townships. Algonquin precincts have 2,481; Nunda 770; MeHenry, 1.435; DOIT, 1,298 and Chemung, 551. .iii-i.av. > ' GRAND OPENING OF McHENRY MAIN WASH THIS WEEK ATTEND EASTER RITE Kotalik Studio Photo A huge crowd of 750 persons filled the MeHenry theatre last Sunday morning at 11 o'clock for annual Easter services conducted by the Community Methodist church. This is the second year the Easter rite has been held there. Rev. George Martin chose as his sermon talk, "The Victorious Christ", speaking against a background of lily plants arranged around a huge wooden cross. Miss' Celia Page was organist for the senior choir, directed by Glen Welty. and the children's choir, directed by Ruth Barger. each of which sang alone and later combined in one inspiring hymn. COUNTY BOARD NAMES MACKEBEN CHAIRMAN; SELECTS MAJOR PROGRAMS FOR YEAR AHEAD The Easter weather this year must have been disappointing for fair ladies with new spring outfits, but to the great majority. like ourselves, who seldom find we are ready for the big day. the rain, snow, hail and generally disagreeable temperatures were not so important. booking at it from an optimist's viewpoint, it must be admitted that Sunday's weather was much more conducive to standing over the family stove to prepare the sumptuous meals that inevitably attract friends and relatives for big: gatherings each Easter. And t h e weather didn't da#', en the spirit of the hundreds of faithful who flocked into churches to commemorate i the day of Christ's Resurrec- | tion. The churches were as i beautifully decorated, and the services just as inspiring, as they would have been on the loveliest day - - all of which proves that what is within the heart and soul cannot be tojg?hed by such everyday inc*&. 5niences as the elements. On April 21, and continuing for two weeks, the automotive dealers of the county are em- j barking on a campaign which they are calling "You Ought To Buy A Better Car Now". They are offering special prices on new und used autos during this period. 4/ --- Three young boys stopped at the Plaindealer office last Friday to'say they had set a record in high kite flying. Bryan and Bryce Klontz and Henry MeHenry welcomes a new business with the grand opening of MeHenry Main Wash at 520 Main street on Saturday and Sunday, April 23 and 24. The store owners and operators, David Borgardt and William Fifield, announce that the store will be open twentyfour hours seven days a week. There will be gifts for the first 200 visitors on opening days, as well as special prizes. Refreshments will be served to all. The store has twenty-four 10-lb. washers, one 25-lb. washer- extractor and eight 50-lb. dryers, as well as sorting tables. MeHenry Main Wash, which has free parking in the rear of the store, will have air conditioning during the summer months. BARE SALE The Indies Aid of Zion Lutheran church will sponsor a bake salj? £t;Art Smith's market en Ann street Saturday, April 23. starting at noon. Remember to file your personal property schedule with Assessor Lester Bacon, 203 W. John street, before June 1. Harley Mackeben was reappointed chairman of the county board of supervisors at the April meeting on Tuesday. The nomination was made by Ernest Schroeder, who stated that under Mackeben's leadership, the economic status is such that there may be no need of anticipation warrants to be issued for the general fund. It was also mentioned that while he has. been chairman, the new county heme has been constructed, the TB tax passed, there has been a saving in. insurance and new and better building and zoning regulations. His nomination was seconded by Supervisor LeRoy Smith of MeHenry. . A discussion took place on the program for the ensuing year, including expansion of offices, better garbage disposal, county planning and further mechanization of office machinery. The t r e a s u r e r ' s r e p o r t showed that back personal property tax for the years 1948 to 1958 amounted to $812,095.- 63. Paul Rosenthal stated that the situation need not exist if the elected public officials responsible for collection would perform the duty they were elected for. March collections amounted to $9,100 and cost the county $1,800 to collect. Of this $9,100. the county receives only about 6 per cent. It was announced that the county share of the December sales tax was $5,515.38 and of the January tax, $5,309,63. Farm - Home Receipts Disbursement for the county home, in excess of income, amounted to $1,605.91, while the county farm showed $2,- 681.31 in receipts in excess of disbursements. The farm operation will cease in the future because over a yearly basis, it loses money. The deficit in the home operation indicates that the daily fee will need to be (Continued on Page 8) IMPOSE FINE ON McHENRY MAN FOR SHOPLIFTING A middle aged man was apprehended by local police f o r s h o p l i f t i n g i n an Elm street store last Thursday, when he was found to have taken a carton of cigarettes. He told authorities he had been out of work since last November. On his first offense, he was fined twenty-five dollars and will not be permitted tn any MeHenry store for a sixmonth period unless accompanied by his wife. Jl'NIOR POLICE MEETING The Junior Police will meet on Tuesday, April 26, at 6 p.m. at the Community Methodist church, at which tim^ a movie, "Piranha Fishing", will be shown. Sentence Youth To Jail Term Ralph Gendron. 20. of Missouri. who was arrested almost a year after he had taken a car. $100 and some clothing from the Leonard Hansen family of Eastwood Manor, pleaded guilty to a, petty larceny charge' and was sentenced to six months at the state farm at Vandalia by Judge Cooney in county court last Thursday. The Hansen family befriended Gendron while he was visiting neighbors at Eastwood ^fanor last spring. One morning they found him gone, and also missing were the family car. about $100 and a suit. The car was found later that day near Gurnee. Gend'-on was apprehended by authorities near Lincoln about two weeks ago. COMMITTEES ARE ENLARGED FOR SWIMMING POOL REUNITED WITH FAMILY, WOMAN DIES IN BELGIUM A happy reunion with her family after a separation of fifty years was short lived for Florence DeWierdt, 72, of Chicago, who died unexpectedly of a heart attack in Brussels, Belgium. last Thursday. Doctors said the attack was probably induced by the great excitement she experienced on meeting a brother and sister she had not seen in fifty years. Mrs. DeWierdt. mother of Madeline Mayfield of MeHenry, made the trip a few weeks ago after planning for it for many years. Services and burial were in Belgium. Auto Damaged As Driver Avoids Crash About $100 in damage was reported to the car of Harvey Biggers of Wonder Lake when he ditched the auto on Rt. 14 and Hart land Road last Saturday about 1:50 a.m. to avoid a rear end collision. Biggers Was following a car driven by Leonard Palmer of Byron when the latter turned -iiito a private drive. State poj lice charged the Wonder Lake man with following too closely. At a meeting of the swiTfiming. pool committee and representatives of various local organizations last Thursday evening at the V.F.W. clubhouse, a decision was made to enlarge the committees working to interest "more people in the project. Contacts are being made, at this time'. A progress .-report was made by William Pries, at which time he stated that 200 mem-, berships are needed before work can actually begin on the pool. At present, there are twenty-seven memberships' in addition to outright gifts. A five-year membership presented to Mayor George P. Freund at Wednesday evening's program was discussed by the committee. Mr Pries commented that interest in the pool should be even greater this spring, after flooded conditions gaye rise to talk ')f possible pollution in local swimming areas. He also mentioned the stress placed on benefits derived by youth from uch recreational projects, and their aid in fighting juvenile delinquency. The V.F.W. has donated the first piece of equipment to the pool, a diving stand, and the organization's name will be placed thereon. Other organizations that desire to contribute in this manner are urged to do su. DILL" HMTZt It. CRUSHED UNDER CAR WMLE WORKING AT A MeHenry high school junior, William "Bill" Hintze, lost his life in a tragic accident last Thursday morning, April 14, while engaged in his favorite hobby. The sixteen-year-old youth had been working for about two hours on his car in the driveway of the family home at Griswold Lake. Just before 10 o'clock, his mother went into the yard to speak to him, then returned to the house. Daylighi Savings In Effect Sunday That long awaited day has arrived for s|>orts enthusiasts and home gardeners who look forward to an extra hour of daylight during the vacation period. Next Saturday, on retiring, MeHenry residents and others throughout the state will set their clocks ahead one hour as the start of daylight savings time. After six months of standard time, the summer season is definitely heralded by the arrival of the "fast" time. Most folks are happy with its arrival, except for losing an hour of sleep that won't be recovered until next fall. MAYOR FREUND HONORED LAST NIGHT ON "THIS IS YOUR LIFE" PROGRAM ATTENDED BY OYER 300 HOLD GRAND OPENING (Continued on Page 8) MCHS Photo Club This is the attractive front, portion of MeHenry Main Wash, showing the comfortable furniture where ladies may rest while modern washers take over the heavy work of the weekly family wash. The business, located at 520 Main street, will hold grand opening this Saturday and Sunday, April 23 and 24. Proposed Re-Routing Of 120 Serious Threat To Business During the past week, rumors have become more persistent, and of a more serious tone, regarding the proposed re-routing of Highway 12. As they have been related, the change would affect not only that route but also Highway 120. While we have no knowledge of definite steps having been taken in this regard, the Plaindealer feels the matter is of vital concern to every citizen of MeHenry. If these rumors are correct, and there is reason to believe there is a sound basis for them, Highway 120 would be re-routed out of the city of MeHenry. which poses a more serious threat to business than might be evident on the surface. We concede that occasionally the heavy traffic has been considered a nuisance, but a further look at the effect such a change might have on the future of business in MeHenry makes this nuisance only a minor inconvenience. Along with rumors of a change in the highway comes equally persistent talk of a shopping center being planned along the new road. Certainly any such project could only prove a very serious threat to the economy of local business. Also to be considered is the possible high cost to the MeHenry community if the present Rt. 120 were to be designated as a county road, as rumors indicate. The upkeep of such a road, would, of course, become largely the obligation of MeHenry residents and is another reason to take steps to stop such a move if possible. In the interest of McHenry's future, we stron^y recommend that everyone -- and especially those who have business interests in the dity -- keep informed on any decision the state might take, and then actively participate in action undertaken for the good of our community. Name Chairmen •ma - a . MW ^1' • < bKyy * | • W J • • Of Fiesta Day The Fiesta Day committee met recently and elected Frank Low and Ernie Useman cochairmen of the 1960 event. James Larkin was named treasurer and Mrs. Walter C a r l s o n , s e c r e t a r y . F r a n k Gregory and Chuck Peterson will be co-chairmen of publicity. Sunday, July 17. "is the date selected, featuring Drum Corps Magic in the evening. The usual colorful parade has been planned for the afternoon attraction. with other entertainment being arranged between the two highlights of the day. Again this year, the Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the annual event. "Ml" SIC A I, MEMORIES" Music lovers are reminded of the annual musical variety show, "Musical Memories", Ahicli will be given Friday and Sunday evening, April 22 and 2'!, at 8 p.m. at St. Mary's aud i t o r i u m . T h e r e w i l l be f i f t y a'lull singers, accompanied by an orchestra. Tickets are available at the door. NOTICE MeHenry Police Chief Joseph Grobcl cautions youngsters that a penalty will be imposed on bicyclists who ride on the sidewalk in the business districts. He reminds that bikes must be "walked" through these sections. The MeHenry Chamber of Commerce held its annual instaiiatlbh' orrtew offlcete on Wednesday evening of this week, but something which will last much longer in the memory of the 300 guests was its sponsorship of a "This Is Your Life" program honoring the city's mayor, George P. Freund. No one could have expressed greater surprise than Mayor Freund when he realized that the interesting and inspiring program which preceded dinner at the Wing 'n Fin clubiuuse was to recall highlights of his very active and useful life. A great number of folks who had a special place in his life came forth in true "This Is Your Life" TV style to take their place in recalling the many phases of the last forty years which would have greatest interest to the honored guest and the audience. Joseph L. Bauer of Volo recalled some of the early life of George P. Freund when the luo were classmates in the old Lincoln school, which was near the scene of last night's dinner. Wedding Party Present The organist played "For It Was Mary" as the mayor's charming wife, Mary, came forth to recall their wedding day in 1923. With her were attendants on that memorable occasion, Carolyn Miller Justen, who was bridesmaid; Evelyn Justen Steinbach, flower (Continued on page 8) About five minutes later, an older brother, Robert, who resides in Wauconda; drove into the driveway with the news that he had just become a new father. As he attempted to speak to his brother, he saw that the jack had slipped and "Bill" was crushed beneath the machine. The lad was unconscious but still alive when they removed him from under the car. He ^ X 3 H •BILL" HINTZE WELCOMED TO BOARD was taken to MeHenry hospi> tal, but died shortiy after the accident. "Bill" was a popular student at M.C.H.S., which he had ftt* tended, for two years, after a y e a r at Wauconda high school before the Griswold Lake territory was annexed to the local district. He was a valuable member of the football and track teams and last year had participated in basketball. He also was interested in woodworking, but his favorite hobby was working on cars. Born In Elmhurst "Bill" was born in Elmhurst Sept. 30, 1943, the son-of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Hintze. The family had resided at Griswold Lake for about fourteen years. Besides his parents, he leaves three sisters and two brothers, Elizabeth Ann, a teacher. Robert Walter of Wauconda, Bruce, an airman apprentice in the Navy, serving at Memphis, Tenn., Barbara, 11, and Bonnie Jean, 4; also his paternal grandmother, Mrs. W. B. Hintze, of Billings, Mont., and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Page, of Lombard. Six classmates at the local high school acted as pallbearers Saturday afternoon when last rites were conducted at the George R. Justen & Son chapel. They were Michael Creighton, Michael Reese, Kenneth Pociask. Anthony Espey, J e r o m e A g u i r r e and J a c k Yegge. Rev. M. W. Pomeroy of the Wauconda Federated church officiated at last rites, with burial in Woodland cemetery, MeHenry. 1 111 Happy smiles of victory are evident on the faces of the two men who emerged winners in the annual election of school board members in District 156. At left are Vale Adams, starting his second term, and Donald Weingart, newly elected to the board, as they are greeted by President Ralph Bennett at the organizational meeting held last week. NINETY; TAKE PART IN STATE MUSIC CONTEST About ninety young MT.C.H.S. students will be participating in the state music finals for Class "A" schools in Naperville on Friday and Saturday ! of this week, joining thousands from other parts of Illinois. Two soloists. Peggy Marchi, i oboist, and Cathy Monahan. vocalist, will be competing on Friday, along with other di$- , trict winners, the boys' vocal ' quartet, saxophone duet and trio and flute duet and trio. * The school orchestra and i boys' and girls' choruses will participate in competition Saturday. A tund raising drive is being undertaken in the Blackhawk Area Council of Boy Scout with a goal set of $433,0001 V