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*8ERVINQ THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875" Volume 91 -- No. 45 -- 4Seciions THURSDAY, MARCH 3,1966. McHENRY, ILLINOIS 28 Pages -- 10c Copy /a AUTO CRASH KILLS MOTHER. DAUGHTER PLAN McHENRY MARINE FESTIVAL Car Strikes TT ree MJli/Lo nday EC> ven*i ng Teen-agers and sub-teenagers and thieir separation into the "good guys" and the "badguys" continues its popularity as a matter of discussion, in spite of the fact that the subject is becoming hackneyed. Most people who have much to do with young people are in agreement that the percentage probably runs pretty much . as it does among adults. This age group is growing in numbers, and as it does, more will be making a good name for themselves at the same time that an increasing number will find their names in headlines for misdeeds. It seems to us -- but apparently not to everyone - that they are pretty normal people whose achievements will not place all of them in some upper echelon and whose failures should not be a matter for the judgment of all. What seems inconsistent is the growing fear on the part of authorities (>vhich must have some basis through legislation) of treating young offenders with anything but a soft tone of voice. We think those who have been on the receiving end of their wrongdoing should at least have the satisfaction of „ knowing the young folks realize they havq committed a serious., offense. We were rather unfavorably impressed this past week' with what appeared to be a quote from the log of a police department concerning the appre* hension of three juveniles in connection with vandalism in the Wonder Lake area. The report, which appeared in a county paper, read Us 'follows: "Three juveniles were named as the possible offenders, but deputies would not touch them and turned the matter over to the juvenile officer for a "gentle" talk with the offenders and their parents." It may be an old fashion thought, Imt a little swing of the wrist applied to the right places might still be .the answer. The McHenry County Historical society, a dream only a few years ago, continues to enjoy growth and popularity. At present, the board of directors is studying the feasibility and possibility of acquiring a building for a future museum. The present quarters are becoming so crowded there is no room left on the floor or shelves. Many folks are even holding items until there is adequate roomrfor display. Whatever the answer in the way of a building, it is evident that a fund raising campaign will need to be conducted throughout the county. The popular method has seemed to be a pledge idea of contributing over a period of three years. The board feels this idea would make the giving easier for everyone and the remodelling of a building could be carried out in stages as the money is received. The d'rectors, hope to get the opinions of county residents concerning a museum and would appreciate these being sent to the society at Eox 3, Woodstock. NATURAL ASSET OF CITY WW. BE HKHU6HTED AT ANNUAL THREE-DAY SlIMMEU EVENT After considerable discussion concerning the type of summer activity which would best promote the community, the Chamber of Commerce board voted Tuesday noon to make changes in Fiesta Day and to call the event McHenry Marine Festival. The dates will be July 15, 16, and 17. The most important revision will be to place emphasis on McHenry's proximity to water, a feature which not every community can boast. New entertainment this year will use the Fox river as a site. Chief among these will be the water ski show and a proposed boat parade. Other program highlights will include water fights, a teen-age street dance, another street dance for adults, sporting events Ear! R. Walsh To Read Rotary Earl R. Walsh was elected president of the McHenry Rotary club at last Thursday's luncheon meeting. He will assume his new duties next July, taking over the office held this E. G. RUTHERFORD in the city park, the Sunday afternoon street parade and Drum Corps Magic that evening. The annual queen contest will be held as usual, and Miss McHenry will reign over the threeday festival, according to C. of C. President Verne Thompson. Industrial Luncheon Of immediate interest is the (Continued on Page 8) EARL R. WALSH past year by Larry Lund. ^ Elected to serve with him were James Lightner, vicepresident; Robert Blake, reelected secretary; and Thomas F. Bolger, re-elected treasurer. The board consists of Donald Weingart, Don Virgens and Larry Lund, the latter automatically becoming a director through his post as immediate past president. The nominating committee for the 1966-67 officers included Jerome Buch, H. C. Reihansperger and Ray McGee, three past presidents. The student guest program was continued last Thursday, in which two or three M.C.H-S. seniors are brought to each meeting to observe the meeting and later to have the activities of the organization explained to them. The club will sponsor a bowling tournament again this year, to be held in McHenry March 6. McHenry, Richmond. Crystal Lake and Harvard clubs will participate. Theft Charges Against Youths James Box, Jr., of Fritzsche's Estates and James Arbogast of 104 W. Morningside, Lakemoor, await trial in Branch 3 court on March 24 on charges of theft. Both are 18 years of age. A third youth, 16, has been turned over the county juvenile officer. McHenry police made the arrest last Saturday morning about 2:30 o'clock at the McH e n r y M a i n W a s h o n M a i n street. Witnesses had called authorities when they saw three young men taking the vending machine from the wall. When police arrived, the youths had left, but officers decided to check the other laundromats in the city. While they were investigating the Millstream firm, another call in-{ formed 'them that the three y o u t h s h a d r e t u r n e d t o M a i n street. State Police Officer Spidalette, hearing the radio report, joined Officers Espey and Casey in making the arrest. Although reluctant to talk at first, the three were taken to the station and later admitted they had torn out the machine. Designating a spot on Bull Valley road where they had taken it, the three said they had not obtained any money. It is believed their second visit to the same laundromat resulted from their unsuccessful first attempt. McHenry police officers expressed appreciation for the alertness of witnesses who made it possible for the apprehension of the three young people. Chairman Named In Red Cross Campaign March has been designated as Red Cross month, when volunteers will solicit funds for the maintenance and continued services of the McHenry county chapter. Norman Macdonald will head the business collections in McHenry. Others named are Henry Setzler in Wonder Lake and Roy Anderson in Richmond. McHenry county residents purchased $130,734r" in "E' bonds and $23,500 in "H" bonds for a total of $154,234 during January. Vistouirt Color Guard Returns From Ohio With T" ret Contest Tropfes YOUNG MOTHER DELIVERS FIRST BABY IN HOME At least one McHenry husband may never be reproached by the "little woman" for not hanging up his clothes. He is Richard Walinski of 4717 W. S h o r e d r i v e , L a k e l a n d P a r k , whose pajamas were the only handy item available to his wife to wrap their newly born baby daughter in after the mother delivered the infant in the family home last Saturday afternoon. On Wednesday morning, Mrs. Walinski and her pretty little girl, Linda Marie, were c o mrortably situated in Harvard hospital, making plans for their return home Thursday or Friday. Asked if she felt the experience would make her equal to any situation, she answered "Not quite." Mrs. Walinski said she had no time to know fear until later. The young mother said she called two neighbors late in the morning to see if they might b e a b l e t o s p e n d s o m e t i m e with her. Neither was available but Mrs. Walinski was really not too concerned, for the birth of. her first child was not expected until March 26. The name finally selected Saturday night was a tribute to Miss Linda Luedtke, switch - board operator at the Illinois Bell Telephone company in Woodstock, who. handled the emergency call from Mrs. Walinski and calmly gave her instructions at the same time she attempted to summon a doctor and ambulance. The new mother then called her husband, manager of a Lake Forest drug store liquor department, and asked him to hurry home. He arrived amidst the flurry of ambulances and neighbors who called to assist as the news spread of the birth. Mrs. Walinski, who has lived in Lakeland Park for more than •three years, said she and her husband were redecorating in anticipation of the arrival of the new baby. In the confusion, Mr. Walinski had left his pajamas on a chair, just handy for his wife to reach and wrap the baby in. Above is the demolished auto driven by Mrs. Marjorie Webber, shown a short time after it crashed into a tree on the Crystal Lake - McHenry blacktop Monday evening. Mrs. Edith Barwig and her daught er, Deborah, passengers in the car, were • killed by the impact. Filings For School Board One of the leading fuel furnishing businesses attempts to soften the blow of inclement weather by attaching attractive names to storms. Although March is with us, giving reason to believe that spring can't be far behind, firm officials have selected "Cold Spell Everett" to succeed the recent two-day drop known as -"Daniel". And to add another gloomy touch to the devotees of spring, they have continued the list on through "Ev" and extending to "Zachary". The warning note is that cold spells in March are rare indeed (average daily temperature 19 degrees or less). But just in case, "Everett" is busy rehearsing his lines! SUNNYSIDE MAN BADLY BURNED WHILE>AT WORK A Sunnyside man, V a 1 g e n e Patula, of 1308 W. May street, was still described in serious condition Tuesday in Presbyterian St. Luke's hospital, Chicago, where he was taken for the treatment of severe burns'! last Saturday. ; Mr. Paulta was working on his car in a garage near the home when his clothing caught fire due to the gas fumes igniting. Fortunately, he was able to make his escape from the building through a side door. The burned man was taken to M c H e n r y h o s p i t a l a n d l a t e r transferred to Chicago. There are extensive burns over a large part of his body. Damage estimated at several thousands of dollars were reported to the garage, car and a boat. Flames were extinguished by Company I and II. The first filing date for local elections came last Wednesday, Feb. 23, which was the first day on which interested persons could file petitions for candidacy in school elections. The last filing day is March 19. First filings in District 156 were those of incumbents, Vale Adams and Donald Weingart. In District 15, August Uttich filed for re - election; Dr. William Kohl seeks a three - year term after having served the unexpired term of Mrs. Naomi Meyer, who resigned 1 a s t year; and Rev. Jack Mclntyre filed to complete the two - year term of William H. Tonyan, who resigned last month. Rev. Mclntyre was appointed to fill the vacancy until the spring election. The election of school board members will take place Saturday, April 9. The first filing date in the office of the county clerk is March 21 and the last day is a week later, March 28. The primary election will be held June 14 this year rather than the usual April date, and the general election will take place Nov. 8. f e l t v ; ' : ' i EDITH BARWIG VETS MEET MARCH 10 The McHenry Barracks, No. 1315, of the Veterans of World War I have changed meeting nights to the second Thursday of each month, effective in March, when they will meet on the tenth. The question of the possible establishment of a barracks auxiliary will be presented to the membership at this time. Assist the Girl Scout cookie sale when members call to take orders. Proceeds aid 375 local Scouts. WATER POLLUTION PROBLEMS OF ABEA TO BE AIRED HERE 375 Area Girl Scouts Observe Special Week; Three Earn Marion Award The most tragic highway accident to date in 1966 in the im- The Plaindealer's longest time subscriber, Chester Goodcontinued on Page 8) Smiling happily over last weekend's success are these thirteen members of the Viscounts color guard. Shown in front are Karen Hay, Bernadine Reid, Marylou Smith, Mary Pat Mrachek, Jeannie DeVries, Eileen Homo and Charlene Reid. In back are Eileen Cooper, Susanne Matchen, Lesl ie Ivilday, Kathy Miller, Judy Hay and Betsy Kilday. The Viscount Color Guard brought home three trophies from their trip to Sandusky and Fremont, Ohio, this past weekend. In Sandusky on Saturday night they placed second with a score of 80.2, with the Racine Scouts taking first place with 85.15. Marilou Smith of the Viscounts and Gary Tauly o£ the Scouts are to share the traveling Commanders Award trophy, for which they tied. Third place went to the Kenosha Queensmen with a scorc of 79.05. In Fremont, Ohio, on Sunday afternoon, the discounts took first place with a score of SH.24 and were awarded a beautiful traveling trophy. They also took home the high marching and maneuvering trophy with a high M&M score of 36.5. The Ratine Scouts were second and also received the General Effects trophy and Commander's ; Award. St. Alexis Vikings of Bensenville were third with a score of 84.1. Be- 'Jiw- 8) Joseph R. Levesque has announced that the Chicago Metropolitan Area sub committee, in conjunction with the state Legislative House Committee on Clean Stream and Water Pollution, will hold a joint meeting at the American Legion hall in McHenry at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 9. The meeting will be chaired by State Representative Frank Broucek of Berwyn. State Representative Carl L. Klein of Chicago, who is general chairman of Clean Stream and Water Pollution, made the necessary arrangements for this meeting. Also in attendance will bo John Henry Kleine. state Representative from Lake County who is the eo-ordinator working with the State of Wisconsin on the very imi>ortant problems that face both Wisconsin (Continued on rage 8) Jessica Nell, daugTiter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nell. Jr., ol' 1710 N. Court street, Rosemary Thelen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Thelen of 313 \V. Ringwood road, and Joann Schahow, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Schabow of 11*20 N. Ilighview. Lakeland Park, cadettcs of Troop 141, will receive, the Marion award from the Most Rev. Loras T. Lane. Bishop of the Rockford Diocese, during Gill Scout Week. In McHenry, and all across the United States this week, important promises are being made l»y n ;U'"UP yuun^ ladies wh,o take promises very seriously the more than three DEBORAH BARWIG ' mediate McHenry area took the life of a 34 - year - old Lakeland Park mother and her 11- year - old daughter, Monday night. Pronounced dead at the scene were Edith M. "Dee" Barw ig of 1510 Ramble road and her daughter, Deborah. Both died of internal and multiple other injuries. Marjory L. Webber of 1602 N. Ramble road, Lakeland Park, driver of the car, and her young son, Mark, 6, were described in serious condition in McHenry hospital on Tuesday. Returning Home Mrs. Webber was driving north on the McHenry - Crystal Lake blacktop about 9:12 o'clock Monday evening. She had just passed another auto driven by Raymond Fisher of 4701 Lake Shore drive, McHenry, also north - t>ound, when the Webber auto skidded on the icy road for about 51 feet and another 138 feet into the ditch before striking a tree. Mr. Fisher, the only witness, estimated that he was driving about 45 miles per hour. It is believed that icy conditions may have recently developed and were unknown to the driver until her car went out of control. The women and children were returning from a shopping trip to Elgin. Mrs. Barwig was well known in the community, and at one time was a switchboard operator for the locai hospital. Bora In Soutli She was born in Charleston, S. Carolina, Jan. 30, 19::2, and came to this community with her family six years ago. Her husband, Ronald, is employed by Commonwealth Edison Co., Waukegan. Other survivors are a son, Billy, 12; two daughters, Donna, 7, and Susan. 3; her parents, Fred and Ethel Welcker, of Chalreston, S. Caro.: two sisters, Mrs. Robert (Norma) Rowe and Mrs. Terry (Mildred) Truman of Charleston; two brothers, William Welcker of Charleston and F. G. Welcker, Jr., o£ Columbia, S. Car. Deborah was born in Chicago Sept. 4, 1S51. and was a student at Valley View school. , Visitation is after 7" o'clock Wednesday evening at the Peter M. Justen chapel. A funeral Mass will,be sung at 10 o'clock Friday at St. Mary's Catholic (.Continued on Page 8) (Continued on Page 8) r V