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\ THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CH AIN-O-LAKE S REGION SINCE 1875" Vol. 90 - No. 21-2 Sections Thursday, December 22, 1966 - McHenry Plaindealer 24 Pages - 10<£ 'A JWfiEKB* 201 DEC 66 M P jo Police QuellSunday Night Riot Install Mew Officers Of World THREE POLICE FORCES JOIN Wwaarr II Barracks For Year 11Q96C77 TTHOR SEU-HBDOUUER CMRCOHWEDH ROYf I7N0C0I DINEN T Installed in an impressive ceremony held at the new Legion home last Wednesday evening were the following members of the Barracks of World War I: Front row, seated, Howard W. Cairns, installing officer; Eugene Kane, new commander; William Moreth. retiring commander; Paul Kocan, senior vice-commander; and Cy Young, junior vice-commander. Back row, Harold "Pat" Owen, trustee; Garfield Benson, chaplain; Odon Hubsch, trustee; Victor Howe, judge advocate; Harry Lock, commander of the Ninth district; Clyde Blackwell, trustee and adjutant; Fred C. Schoewer and Carl P. Ottoson. Mwsin' and M eanderin' They tell us Christmas is for the young and the young at heart. We believe it after opening a seemingly endless number of letters to Santa which reached our desk during the past three weeks. It has occurred to us that while we at the Plaindealer are hardly to be considered among the young chronologically, most of us "have a spark of youth when it comes to spirit. At any rate, we think a visit from Santa might help us as well as the kiddies. Only a few of our coworkers have expressed their desires for a full stocking,^ but we know a few things that would help considerably und won't cost Santa a mint of money. For instance, our publisher is torn between how he feels and how he should led over the Plaindealer coming out with some of our biggest issues during the past few w e e k s . E v e r y b o d y w a n t s growth, but it brings problems. We think the best bet at the Lund home this Christmas might be an extra bottle of aspirin so the head of the lamily ran thoroughly enjoy (Continued on Page 36) McHENRY MAN CHARGED WITH PACKAGE THEFT Gerald Mayfield, 18, of McHenry, will appear in Branch III court, McHenry, Jan. 5 to answer charges arising from his arrest last Saturday following an auto accident. Earlier, Gus Unti, owner of the Green «wid>£lm Bus depot, had reported to McHenry police that a package to be taken on a bus was stolen from his store. Unti added that he remembered seeing Mavfield in the building about the same time the package was taken. Later, police investigated an accident in which Thomas Basile of 7703 Oak road, Wonder Lake, driving the Mayfield car, collided with a vehicle driven by Herbert White of Wonder Lake, l^olice found the package in the yar and arrested Mayfield. The new officers of McHenry Barracks, No. 1315, Veterans of World War I, were installed Wednesday evening, Dec. 14, at the new Legion home on Rln^wood road. The meeting was officially opened by retiring Commander William Moreth, after which a delicious fried chicken dinner was served to 176 members, their wives and other guests. Among them were the commanders of the American Legion. Veterans of Foreign Wjfrs and the presidents of their auxiliary units, as well as District Commander Harry Lock and Mrs. Lock and former Mayor of McHenry George P. Freund. Following dinner, the new barracks oficers were officially placed in office by Past Commander Howard Cairns. Viscounts Win Annual Awards The McHenry Viscounts Drum and Bugle corps held its annual awards dinner Saturday evening at the new Legion post. The dinner is held each year to express appreciation to the boys and' girls in the corps' for their past year's work. Don Brockrogge was guest speaker for the evening. Awarded as the best squad of 1966 were Tim Engle, Bruce Henke and Terry McQueen. Candy North was named "Knowname of the year," with Maria Fisher named as the most improved of the Vis-, count Color Guard. The most improved drummers of the year were Mike Daurio and Ed Olbinski, with Tim Koleno named as the most improved bugler. Charlene Reid was named most popular girl and Mike Sobacki, the most popular boy. The instructor's award for the girl went to Jeannie DeVries, with John Zlmny named as the recipient of the instructor's award for the boy. Bill Hay received the manager's award. The Viscount Color Guard is in the process of preparing for its annual On Guard color guard show to be held Feb. 19 at the McHenry high school gym. ARREST FOUR FOR DAMAGING MAIL BOXES Four Wonder Lake residents were arrested by county deputies this week on charges of criminal damage to property resulting in damaged mail boxes in the area. Arrested and released on $400 bond each were Paul Brissendon of Cedar, Wonder Lake, and Jerry Wayne Jerls, 18, of the same address. Two juveniles in that area were also apprehended. ZONING HEARING A petition has been filed for Robert J. and George L. Vavrik, requesting a variation for "R" residence district on property located in Orchard Beach subdivision, McHenry. The hearing will be held Wednesday, Dec. 28, at 3 p.m. in the city hall, McHenry. Numerous complaints of mail boxes being struck by a black car resulted in a complaint signed by Wonder Lake Postmaster Paul H. Eberle, one of the persons whose box was damaged. Give Lighting Honor Awards McHenry. now In one of its most dazzling Christmas sea- . sons from the standpoint of home lighting displays, was judged on its beauty last Sun* day evening. First place of $40 in gift certificates, along with appropriate scrolls, go to the Harry Gonways, 3705 W. John street, for the most amusing display, the Henry Nells, 1710 N. Court street, for most original, and the Albert Purveys, 906 N. Green street, best religious. Judges were Mayor Donald P. Doherty, Mrs. Clarence Anglese and Mrs. John Varese. Honorable mention awards in the various categories went to Ray Bujak, 4504 N. Prairie, Lakeland Park; Clarence N. Diedrich, 2318 W. Lincoln road; Wayne Kraus, 708 N.o Center street; Anthony Pintozzi, 3717 W. High street; Norbert Yegge, 3810 N. Main street; Ray Barle, 4414 W. P a r k w a y , L a k e l a n d P a r k ; Robert J. Lunkenheimer, 224 N. Rhonda; James Widen, :«03 W. Clover; Sam Buenzli, 3701 W. High; and Alfred Ritter, Clover street, Eastwood Manor. Riot conditions described by McHenry Police Chief Richard Clark as "much worse" than the motorcycle incident on River road last summer, brought out three separate police departments last Sunday night. Even with the many officers on duty, a three-hour l>eriod was required to bring peace to the city. Although it was impossible to make any arrests at the time because of the large number involved and the necessity to protect innoccnf persons, police apprehended William Gannon of 4251 N. Avers, Chicago, later in the evening and charged him with battery. The incident followed a fight inside the Just for Fun roller rink on Front street during the dance which was in progress. Three officers stationed inside the establishment, Bob Lamz, Harold Hobbs and Dan Kinnerk, called for additional help and at 9:05 p.m. Sgt. Kranz assisted in getting everyone out of the rink. Fights Continue • The fighting continued, however, with young men and women involved in fracases in the parking lot and extending down the highway for more than a block. Although about 700 were in a t t e n d a n c e a t t h e w e e k l y dance, it was estimated that between 200 and 300 engaged in the actual fighting. In addition to about 100 from the McHenry area, visiting youth from Chicago, Carpentersville and Meadowdale were involved. Within minutes after a call for help, McHenry police were joined by four county sheriff cars and four state police squads. After the rink was cleared, mobs continued to make their way through town, congregating at different places. Occasionally there were as many as twenty fights in progress at the same time. Curb Auto Young people in three cars at one time curbed a McHenry auto on Elm street, pulled the driver from the seat and beat him. Considerable damage was reported to local cars, with boulders being thrown at them. In some instances local young people were dragged from their vehicles, struck, and^-the-Lr^ keyss thrown away. Police estimated the ages of the destructive youths to be between 18 and 23. Chief Clark said many attempted to leave the rink lot but were thrown to the ground and beaten. In order to prevent gangs from congregating, sheriff's (Continued on Page 16) CITY COUNCIL EMPLOYS TWO NEW OFFICERS Agrees To Share Park Plasa C©s£ With Dsv&loperi McHenry's City Council followed tradition Moday night by adjourning early in what is known, as , the "Christmas Meeting". With a shortage of personnel in the police department. Mayor Doherty, with approval of the Council, appointed Daniel J. Kinnerk as a full time policeman. Richard H. Burin ann, who was previously a member of the department, was appointed on a part time basis. The Council recognizes that all departments must be expanded to serve the annexed and growing areas, but will -'have to make the changes as funds are available. Hear Proposal Alderman William J. Bolger presented a proposal from Ladd Enterprises. Inc., for development of the park area in Whispering Oaks in which the developers would match any funds expended or appropriated by the city. The park will eventually cover fifty acres, but approximately twenty-five acres are being considered for the present time. The Council agreed to sharing the cost of a park planner at this time and will take further action when information is presented. Janet Fairburn Wins Top Prize In C of C Christinas Promotion M i l l ' ' / ! Verne Thompson, president of the Chamber of Commerce is shown above with Janet Fairburn of 1614 N. Park street, McHenry, winner of the top prize of $100 in the C. of C. annual Christmas promotion. Her name was drawn from registrations in the participating stores early this week. other prize win- IIOLIDAY FEATURE The holiday special feature which is a tribute to McHenry area men serving in Viet Nam, will appear in the Dec. 29 issue of the Plaindealer. Anyone who has not sent in a picture of a family member in that area must do so by Friday morning of this week to be included. TB MOBILE UNIT TO MAKE LAST VISIT FOR '66 The mobile chest x-ray unit will be in Woodstock on Friday, Dec. 23, operating from 12:30 to 5 and 6 to 8:30 p.m. It will be located on the south side of the court house. This x-ray program is a part Forty-nine nets in the Chamber of Commerce Christmas promotion in McHenry joined Janet Fairburn of 1614 N. Park street this week in being named prize winners Second pKice winnner was Catherine Meyer of "5404 W. 1st avenue. McHenry, who won the $50 prize. Third. of the Christmas Seal pro- fourth and fifth prize winners gram financed entirely by the were Mrs. Edward Blake of Christmas Seal Campaign of 2401 N. Richmond road, Marthe McHenry County Tuberculosis association. ung Bids On Contractors' Construction Acting upon a request of some local contractors for an extension of time to submit bids on the new school, the board of High School District 156 voted at Tuesday evening's meeting to delay opening bids until Thursday, Dec. 29. Dr. Carl Bergstrom reviewed the possibility of a problem the board may face if some predictions on high bids become a reality. The bond issue was in the amount of $3,100,000, which was intended for a fully equipped^ school. Since that time economic changes have resulted in fears that the cost may go above that figure. The new superintendent discussed several possible answers, including cutting classrooms, installing less expensive fixtures, and devoting the funds available to construction and borrowing money for equipping, the building. There was agreement that a real problem would arise if the cost is more than $3,300,000. In that case, action on bids would be delayed to provide for \vjj> receive five dollars, are further study. f^--^l^iouisc Franz of 1*522 N. Park. ya Weber of 3803 Waukegan road, both McHenry, and Elmer Selk of 4705 E. Lake Shore, Wonder Lake. Each will receive $25. Ten Winners The next ten prizes go to Pat Osborn of 4719 W. Crystal Lake road, Nancy Ewald of 3200 W. Vista. L. Swetman of 809 S. Emerald drive, Mrs. Theresa Van Fle^et of 2501 N. Martin road, McHenry, C. Bataglia of 8011 E. Maplewood drive, Wonder Lake, Robert M. Dicks of 4411 N. Poplar, Ed Riley of 1422 Bayview Lane. McHenry, Vincent Tonyan of 4210 Rt. 31, Ringwood. Helen M Miller of 2911 N Richmond ro.id and Mr. Waters of 1919 N. Woodlawn. McHenry Each will receive a ten dollar prize Other winners. ,.11 of whom The choice of a possible name for the new school was also discussed but no action taken. Dr. Bergstrom reported that the blue ribbon transportation committee is making progress, but full membership has not (Continued on Page 16^ Clarice Howard of 3806 W Maple. Mrs. -I Schmitt of 1226 V Green. McHenry. E.R Schulz of 7811 Chestnut, Wonder Lake. Robert F O'Brien of 908 N Wood, Tony Piasecki of 2002 Sunset. Pat Merkel of (Continued on Page 16) WINNERS IN HOME LIGHTING DISPLAY Henry Noll Display -- 1710 N. fourt Street -- Most Original Harry Conway Display -- Vt0."> -John Street -- Most Amusing Albert Purvey I»i*|>la> -- X. (ireen street -- R»M Relate K