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• *31 t/. MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "Serving The Chain-O-Lakes Region Since 1875" Volume 86 -- No. 15 --^ Sections McHENRY, ILLINOIS. THURSDAY. AUGUST 11. 1960 18 Pages -- 10c Per Copy McHENRY DOLLAR DAYS AUGUST 12-13 irs been a long, long time . /."at least that's So I Hear! Of course we're speaking of our beloved sports editor, Earl R. Walsh, who has been musing on sports , of all kinds, rel a t e d s u b j e c t s ( a n d s o m e which are unrelated) for the past twenty-five years. It isn't often we give so much space in this column to one particular individual, but wq^sincerely believe that a quarter of a century devoted to keeping a sports-minded community well informed is deserving of special mention. Many will recall that it was back in 1935, on a Thursday in August, that Harold "Zeke" Bacon moved from his home community and turned over the sports desk to a young and, talented fellow who was thW only known as Earl R. Walsh. Since that time he has become warmly regarded by many names, but probably the best known monicker is S.I.H.. after his widely read column. To many it will seem only yesterday that a prize was offered by the author for the person selecting the best name for a coluVnn. That prize was a ^fcseball glove and bat and the winner was Marion Anderson, who since that time ha? changed her name by marriage and moved from McHenry There were those people who thought they would be wasted on. a girl, but they were the folks who hadn't Learned respect for the athletic ability of one of the late John Andertalented youngsters, low many of you remember some of the thoughts expressed in that first So I Hear column and how much they "hit home", especially this: "The point oft order is to start explaining my lack of experience. Do you ever remember starting out on "a job feeling helpless as a crutch, trying to Uxxk wise, wondering what to d^hext and how it should be done?" Well, his feelings may have been just that on an August T h u r s d a y i n ' 3 5 , b u t t h e y couldn't have lasted long. Bef o r e m a n y P l a i n d e a l e r s h a d been "put to bed" he was master of the situation, pleasing sports lovers by his excellent coverage of the news and d<^|ghting even the non-athletic readers with his Irish wit. So I Hear came to his position as sports editor after many years in which athletics had been his hobby. He participated in both baseball and basketball in school, and later managed the town basketball team. Even his earliest years found him interested in athletic endeav- W», if pony riding can be so classified. Old timers recall with a smile that the boy and the pony were rarely separated. It was only natural that his Irish sense of humor should prompt him to ,digress from time to time from the main theme of the So I Hear column. One of his favorite sparpartners was the late " M o s e " M o s h e r , e d i t o r a n d publisher of the Plaindealer in the early years of the column. We can't recall all of their debates, but remember that politics was chief among them. Seldom has the two-party system received such impetus as occurred during their weekly verbal controversies. gT)f course there were many otjijrs, and not least among them were Glen Wattles, John Dreymiller and his beloved sister, Ellen Walsh. Now our esteemed colleague doesn't look or act much different than he did twentyfive years ago, but evidence that time has taken its toll was revealed in a little item from the sports page of severfrf^ years ago which we managed to obtain through caiolement of members of his family. It read this wav: "Local residents thought old man Methuselah himself was walking the streets of Mc- j F°nrv last Monday morning , Unon investigation thev found that it WPS onlv 'So I Hear' : Earl Walsh, transformed from • (Continued on Page 8) S.I.H. ~ BABE TO BUSINESSMAN A Lad of The Student Young Businessman S.I.H. Today The memorable seven stages of man, m i do famous in immortal poetry, are recalled with these pictures of So I Hear, taken through the years. It was twenty-five years ago --in August of 1935--that Earl R. Walsh started writing his now widely read column in the Plaindealer and also assumed the title of sports editor for the newspaper. Our congratulations to this staff rnember who has contributed so greatly in so many ways during the last quarter century. CHICAGO MAN. 24. DROWNS AT GRISWOLD LAKE IN ATTEMPT TO RESCUE YOUNGER BROTHER A family outing ended in tragedy at Griswold Lake shortly after noon Sunday, Aug. 7, when George Romanov, 24, drowned. His body was recovered by three divers less than an hour after he disappeared below the surface in 7 feet 'of water. The accident was the sixth fatality on county lakes and rivers this year and was the second death in the last month in this area. Henry Rogers of Chicago drowned on July 20 near Pitzen's resort, and a week later Edward C. Kelly, Jr., also of Chicago, lost his life after suffering a blow on the head when struck by a boat propeller near Pistakee Terrace. .Ropipiioy, his mpthcr, sister and two brothers, Jack, 16, and Nicholas, 19, had come to R. I. M. A. S Resort at the Lake earlier in the day, and Jack went out on a plastic raft in the early afternoon. He was a w a y f r o m t h e b e a c h a r e a when a strong wind caused the raft to capsize, throwing the young man into the water. Hears Cries For Help George, who was on shore talking to his mother, Roselia, heard his brother's call for help and attempted to reach him by boat. However, he fell from the craft as Jack, who was able to swim, managed to reach shore. A third brother, Nicholas, was summoned but became exhausted before reaching George, who disappeared beneath the surface. The body was recovered by three divers in less than an hour. In the meantime, the Johnsburg rescue squad, the sheriff's office, members of Co. I of the McHenry Township Fire Protection District and the Fox Valley police reserve were called to assist. Mrs. Romanov and son, Nicholas, were taken to the McHenry hospital for emergency treatment and later taken to their home in Chicago. The body of George Romanov was transferred from the Peter M. Justen funeral home to the Dolski chapel in Chicago. An 'inquest is scheduled at the Justen funeral home for 8 o'clock on Aug. 16. ttm f MR At McHENRY SHORES BEACH AUG. 13 The second annual Fun Fair at McHenry Shores, located south of McHenry on the banks of the river, will be held Saturday, Aug. 13, on the beach. The fair is,, held under the auspices of the McHenry Shores club, with all proceeds to be set aside in a building fund to provide a well planned community house for the area. Fair features will include a variety of games, including a new adaptation of miniature golf, which is designed to provide fun for young and old alike. Appetites will be appeased ; by the serving of home-made i pies and a "meal-on-a-loaf" i roast beef sandwich. YOUTH HURT AS SHOT RICOCHETS OFF FARM GATE ASK BIDS SOON ON GRADE SCHOOL WEST OF McHENRY Fred, 17-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Wahl, Sr., of Orchard Beach, suffered a flesh wound of the left knee last Monday evening when he was accidentally shot. Wahl and a friend, Derk Vanraalte, of Holland, Mich., who was visiting his grandparents in Orchard Beach, were shooting rats on the Walter Bolger farm south of McHenry. As Derk fired his rifle, the bullet is reported to have ricocheted off a gate and struck Wahl, who was crouched in front of Vanraalte. The youth was treated by a McHenry physician .-and released. Grant Nolan, Former Deputy Sheriff, Dies Grant Nolan, 62, of Woodstock, who served as deputy and clerk in the sheriff's office for fourteen years, died at Memorial hospital, Woodstock, Aug. 9 after a long illness. Nolan, well known throughout the county, served under four sheriffs. Henry Nulle, Fred Bau, Harry Herendeen and the present sheriff, Melvin Griebel. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock this (Thursday) afternoon in the Schneider- Leucht chapel. Burial will be in Randall township, Wis. McHENRY DOLLAR DAYS AUG. 12-13 The architect was present at last Monday evening's meeting of the McHenry Consolidated Grade School Board, No. 15, to show members proposed plans for the new school to be erected west of the city, at the top of Sherman hill. The board hopes to approve plans so that they may be submitted for bids by Sept. 15. The new school, which is as y e t u n n a m e d , w i l l h a v e t e n rooms, all to be used for classes except for a multi-purpose room and cafeteria. It will accommodate pupils from kindergarten through fifth grade in the area west of McHenry, thus alleviating the transportation problem from these communities into the city. The completion date for the school has been set for the start of the fall term in 1961. A tentative budget was submitted to the board for study prior to the budget hearing scheduled for Sept. 12. Members accepted the resignation of Mrs. Halligan, who taught kindergarten, and Mr. Brunswick, arts and crafts ins t r u c t o r i n t h e J u n i o r h i g h school. PHYSICAL EXAM DATES FOR CITY SCHOOLS GIVEN Physical examinations necessary for school students this fall were announced this week by Pauline Pries, school nurse. Parents of children who are entering kindergarten in the September class of 1960 are rentuii^ d of the necessity f o r pnysidfil &nS "'dfefital examinations which are required before entering school, to be submitted, completed, by Aug. 15. Children entering first grade who have not attended kindergarten must also have their examinations submitted by that date. A pre-school clinic for physical examinations is scheduled as follows: 1 > All boys included in the athletic program for the McHenry high school are to report Thursday, Aug. 25, between the hours of 8:30 and 11 a.m. in the boys' gym. Freshmen boys (not participating in athletics) report from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. on Fri- Continued on Page 8 Dual Tires Burn j On Moving Truck I Firemen were called to Gran- ! : ger's gravel pit, west of the ; ' city, last Thursday evening ! | when dual tires on a moving j I truck burned. | John Klapperich was driving f I a truck and was towing the I same type vehicle when a tire j j on the first truck blew out. As • he kept driving, the tire caught j , fire. REMEMBER DOLLAR DAYS! I McHenry Area Youth Win Top Honors At County Junior Fair A number of local young people received top honors In competition at the McHenry County Junior Fair held four days last week. Among winners was Donald Osterby, 14, of McCullom Lake, who won a blue ribbon and a championship ribbon in 4-H competition in the heavyweight Hereford breed class. Another McCuliom Lake boy, Ronnie Gelvin, won the showmanship award, a blue ribbon in the lightweight division of Herefords and was named reserve champion in the Hereford competition. Pat Hogan of Ringwood, a member of the Ringwood Sunshine Girls, won blue ribbons in "Room Improvement", "Milk and Eggs" and "Canning" classes" In open class, she placed first in the "Canning of Fruit", and "Canning of Vegetables" categories and second in "Room Improvement" and "Candy" divisions. Other club members, entered in the 4-H class, rated as follows: Lily Boyd, second, Sue Jacobsen. third, in "You Learn to Bake"; Tommy Walkington, Evelyn Harrison and Julie Thompson, second, "ABC's of Foods": Ida Mae Walkington. Donna Schmelzer and Donna Low, second, Donna Holcomb, third. "Adventures in Cooking". Evelyn Harrison also won third place for her cookies in the open class competition. Donna Mae Dean of Wonder Lake won the grand championship in the "Creative Sandwich" classification. A McHenry youth, . Sherry Schiller, was awarded honors for erand champion pen of rabbits on opening day of the fair. In file open class home economics show Thursday. Jim Pearson of Ringwood was a winner in the "Room Improvement" cl.«ss. Maw Dresdow walked offnvilh both the grand (Continued on page 8) McHenry - "Home Town" Of Many Folks For Many Reasons (An Editorial) McHenry has again taken on the appearance of a bustling summer resort area, but the change is not as noticeable as a few years ago. Today, while traffic lines are longer and parking spaces fewer in vacation season, the difference between this and any Other time of year is only one of degree. In our everyday association with newcomers and long time residents, it is interesting to take note of the reasons they give for moving to, or remaining in, McHenry. Some folks like our community because it is of "in between" size--constantly growing but still small enough to be known as only such towns can be--"our home town". Others say they chose McHenry because each day they see signs of progress and planning for the future. They realize that any community with such steady and rapid growth must look ahead to the needs of tomorrow. One newcomer from a metropolitan city was surprised to bring her problem to a mayor who was not seated behind a large desk. Finding him faced with the same problems as other citizens convinced her that this was the type of official who would be most understanding and try hardest to help. There are others who view the worth of the community in which they choose to live by the attitude of its people toward education. Some have commented on the record of voters in supporting new schools which se3m to be needed with regularity every few years. Parents realize this need, and express appreciation for the foresightedness of those whose support is not as personal as their own, but only for the good of McHenry's leadership in the future. One of the most important reasons McHenry has proved a good home/ town--by birth or by adoption--is its wealth spiritually^ as indicated by the many churches of various denominations. Even more noteworthy is the friendly feeling of cooperation between those of different faiths, which is evidenced so very often. Of course, McHenry has its problems and its weaknesses just as we have who make up its population. Its continued progress and position of leadership will be only as great as our efforts, individually and collectively, toward that end. At the present time there are many individuals working through local organizations designed to keep McHenry abreast of the times. Just what problems some of them feel are most important to solve in the period ahead, as told to the Plaindealer by members of these groups, will be outlined in another article. JUDY HANS CROWNED 19(0 COUNTY OUEEN McHenry Beauty Second Winner In Recent Years A beautifully tanned, darkhaired, dark-eyed beauty from McHenry -- Miss Judy Hans -- won the coveted title of Miss McHenry County and was crowned on the fairgrounds at Woodstock last Thursday night during the opening grandstand program of the County Junior Fair. The charming Miss Hans, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hans of Lincoln road, was crowned by the 1959 queen, JUDY HANS Miss Susan Budde of Crystal Lake, and was presented with a huge bouquet of roses by Rep. A. B. McConnell, who was in charge of the contest. She also received two $50 savings, bonds and a beautiful travelling trophy. Announcement of the 18- year-old McHenry girl as winner of the title and crown met with enthusiastic applause (Continued on Page 8) THREE CHOSEN NEW FIREMEN IN COMPANY I From among nine applicants for volunteer firemen for Company I of the McHenry Township Fire Protection District, three were named at a meeting held Monday evening. They are Jack Powers. Tom Thennes and Gary Gough. Applications are still being accepted, and interested persons are urged to contact the secretary. Hilary Rodenkirch. Firemen are planning a steak fry and corn roast at the fire house on Aug. 17 for members and their wives. Three Hurt In Two Accidents To avoid hitting a dog which passed in front of her car last Saturday evening, Miss Reel Keerberg of Shalimar subdivision turned Sharply and lost control of her car. The vehicle struck a utility pole, snapping it off and badly damaging the auto. Miss Keerberg suffered an injury over one eye and a sprained thumb, but was released after treatment by a McHenry physician. The accident occurred on the road leading from Shalimar subdivision. Two 'teen-aged McHenry youths, Michael F. Wirtz and Martin Zeibel, suffered only minor injuries Saturday night when the car Wirtz was driving on Thompson road, near Woodstock, rolled over three times after he lost control of the vehicle. According to sheriffs deputies. who investigated, the car travelled about 600 feet after going out of control. EDWARD WILSON FOUND DEAD IN HOME TUESDAY A cerebral hemorrhage was given as the cause of death of Edward F. Wilson, 75, who was found dead in the home where he roomed at 200 W. Waukegan road. Wilson was found dead by another roomer at that address, Ben Syverson, about 8 p.m. Tuesday. Syverson said he talked to Wilson an hour earlier, then found him slumped on the floor as he passed his room at 8. iA coroner's inquiry was conducted late Wednesday morning. The deceased was born Aug. 26, 1884, in Chicago and was a retired meter repair man for the People's Gas. Light and Coke company. He had resided in this community for twentythree years, and at the Waukegan road address about eight years. His wife, Frieda, died in 1949. He leaves a daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Meister, of Oakland subdivision; one son, Edward, Jr., of New Jersey; a sister, Grace Kersting, and a brother, OFFER SALES Fine Variety Of Merchandise Is Announced (Continued on page 8) Twenty-nine area businessmen are uniting efforts to bring McHenry's most successful Dollar Days to the buying public this week. They will be held Friday and Saturday, Aug. 12 and 13, during regular store hours, which includes a closing time of 9 p.m. the first day. Stores participating in this semi-annual sale are Ace Hardware, Ben Franklin, Bolger's Drug store. The Casual Shoppe. Certified Food store, Community Auto, Community Interior, FM Radio & TV, Gem Cleaners, Pete Gies Shoes, Gladstone's Department store, McHenry County Well & Pump, McGee's Store for Men, McHenry Plaindealer, McHenry State Bank, Marie's Specialty shop, Betty Nielsen Women's Fashions, North Bridge Marine, Rainbow Cleaners, Riverside Retail Outlet, Roth Shoes, Smithcraft, Stilling's Town & Country, The Toddler Shop, Tonyan's Home Furnishing. Vycital's Hardware, Western Tire, White's Men's Shop and Holmgren's Gift Shop. Items Drastically Cut Last February's Dollar Days will be remembered as most s u c c e s s f u l , b o t h f r o m t h e standpoint of the merchants who took part and local shoppers. A wjde variety of items for personal use and for the home were reduced drastically for the sale period, and those w h o t o o k a d v a n t a g e o f t h e lower prices expressed great satisfaction. As in past Dollar Days, articles will be for both seasonal and year 'round use. Those who wish to stock up in advance for items needed next fall will realize a great savings. At the same time, the businessmen are given an opportunity to clear shelves and make room for new merchandise expected next autumn and winter. COUNTY BOARD TAKES ACTION ON VARIOUS BUSINESS No change in 1 he number of l i q u o r l i c e n s e s g r a n t e d w a s made at the monthly meeting of the board of supervisors, held Tuesday, but two additional licenses were given in Class D (food and no bar) and the same number were taken from the Class B group (package liquor). There were 106 licenses issued in Class A (general) and nine in Class C (clubs). 4 ' Two architectural engineers were present in regard to putting present space to more efficient use and in compliance with future plans for needed additions or buildings. These men will work at an hourly rate of $10, not to exceed $1,000 at this time, but with the provision that more may be asked as monies are made available. Money spent on this study would be credited against any future fee in the event new construction i s undertaken. However, this survey does not preclude a new structure being built. The board made it clcar that this is strictly a survey to stop the present helter skelter method of remodelling two old buildings, and add- | ed that it can stop the study at j anv time. Numerous increases in var- I ions county offices will become ; effective Sept. 1 in keeping with the salary schedule previously set up by the board according to years of service. It was voted to pay $4 per (Continued on page 8) C OF C TO HOLD MEMBERSHIP DRIVE LATE THIS MONTH; BOARD DISCUSSES BUS TRANSPORTATION Plans for a big membership drive were discussed when the Chamber of Commerce board of directors met this past week. The exact date has not been selected, but a kick-off breakfast during the last week in August will precede the campaign. Frank Low has been appointed chairman of the drive, with Charles Smith, Ed. Pieronl, Gene Adams and Don Doherty on his committee. The advisability of establishing bus transportation from nearby subdivisions into McHenry was discussed during the meeting. The plan would call for the formation of a bus transportation club sponsored by interested businessmen. Letters outlining the proposed club have been sent to local merchants, and further action on the program will await their response. Consider Plan A committee was named to give further consideration and study to the plan. It is headed by Ed. Rooke as chairman, with Dick Zieman, Charles Smith, Gene Adams and Bob Justen. The proposed postal addressing system was the chief item of business to come before a meeting held recently by the board, attended by representatives of the various utility companies and mayors of incorporated areas in McHenry township. Maps were given approval by the companies, which have shown considerable interest and enthusiasm in the project. A discussion followed concerning correlation of the proposed new system with phone books which would be printed for distribution next spring. St. Mary's To Hold Carnival Plans are completed for the annual parish carnival on St. Mary's church grounds, scheduled for four days, starting Friday, Aug. 12, and extending through Monday, Aug. 15. A feature of the event will be the chicken dinner to be served Sunday, starting at noon. Mrs. Helen Williams, p r e s i d e n t , a n d M r s . M a r y Freund, vice-president, of the Christian Mothers sodality will be assisted by members of that organization in preparing the dinner. Kiddies' night will be held Friday, with reduced prices on all rides. The carnival will feature many attractions, including a tilt-a-whirl, merry - go - round, ferris wheel and children's ride. There will also be a variety of fine booths, as well as refreshment and lunch stands. Louis Brefeld and G e-n e Frost are co-chairmen of general arrangements, with Fred Meyer as grounds chairman. All members of the parish will assist, especially those who belong to the Youth Christian Workers, the Catholic Family | Movement. Christian Mothers I sodality. P.T.A.. Holy ^Jame j society and High School sodality. Proceeds of the carnival will be used for the building fund. OPEN HOl'SE AT PLANT Open house will be held from 9:30 to noon next Saturday, Aug. 13, at the new international Register company plant on Rt. 12. Spring Grove. Th« public is invited to attend. . i