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Qui line syi'Summed The Lake Region YMCA announces that plans for the 1969 YMCA Summer Day Camp for youth are complete and registrations are being accepted at the Crystal Lake Program center. Boys and girls who will be in second through eighth grades in September, 1969 are eligible1 to attend. Day campers from all of the YMCA's fourteen- community service area towns are served by this program. The day camp program begins on June 23 and continues until Aug. 5. Four two-week periods are scheduled beginning on June 23. July 7, July 21 and Aug. 4. The YMCA provides chartered bus transportation for each day camper at ^convenient locations in their communities, provided a minimum of six day campers are registered from that area. Tbe location of the day camp will be the Woodstock city park. Participation in the day camp program will give youth a summer of fun, adventure and physical activity through programs of swim instruction in all levels on the YMCA National Aquatic program, bus trips, sports, crafts, cookouts,, nature study, tennis, archery, and special days. The basic goal of the program is for youth to develop attitudes that will enable them to continue to grow in a planned developmental pattern, while having fun doing it. Plans have been made to accommodate a maximum of ninety campers per period. The camp staff will consist of Philip Sprinkle, YMCA youth director, and six college-age counselors who have been selected for maturity, interest octant and ability to work with youth. The camp staff will stress safety in all activities and will give personal attention to each camper. The charged fee includes swim instruction, bus transportation, all activities, milk, and sickness and accident insurance. Campers bringsack lunches and swim suits. A small non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875" . 9 1 - NO. 88 FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 1969 2 SECTIONS, 18 PAGES - 10c Set Queen Jildging Julie 18 Morenz Heads SC Hold Council Installation Wednesday, June 18, has been set for judging of the twentyeight candidates for the title of Marine Festival queen. They are Terri Roewer, Marcia Westgard, Ardith Szyplebaum, Marcia Dolby, Pam Neufeld, • Pamela Schwegel, Barb Himpelmann, Cheryl Tomao, Mary Jane Powers, Susan McClarey, Rosemary Orton, Sheila Marshall, Nancy Wallace, Nancy White, LaDonna Losch, Donna Johnson, Mary Jane Lakowski, Sharon Davidson, Jeannie De- Vries, Kathleen Dowell, Linda Carlson, Debbie Fultler, Debora Lee Fair, Charlene Sutton, Joan Glueck, Janet Larkin, Sherry Vogt and Jane McCrary. Judging will start . at 2:30 (Continued on page 10 Mike Morenz, left, new president of the MCHS Student Council receives congratulations from Larry Cristy, outgoing president, as the retiring sponsor, Donald Blume, looks Mike Morenz was installed new president of the McHpnry high school Student Council at the annual banquet of that organization, held recently at the McHenry Country club. Officially taking office with him were Eric Weiss, vicepresident; Priscilla Fossum, second vice-president; Sherry Etten, secretary; and Scott Nickels, treasurer. Another highlight of the occasion was awarding certificates to newly elected representatives by out-going President Larry Cristy, and Vice- President Morenz. Council Sponsor, Mr. Blume, presented senior service awards to Debbie Betts and Larry Cristy. Cristy then gave his concluding talk of the year, stressing the primary function to be serving as a strong liaison between mm We understand McHenry's float entry won top place in the municipal division of Harvard's Milk Day last Saturday. Tod m ich liquid sunshine prevented photographers from taking a picture of the prize float which brought pride to our city. We promise to bring ideal weather conditions andodue credit, picture- wise, to th^entry on Marine Festival day. Looking for a neW excuse for the boss when the minute hand slips past the appointed hour to punch the clock? If you are, we (Continued on page 11) the faculty and student body. He also said the organization should be the major communication link between these two factions. Cristy continued to say he felt the council stresses all facets of a good academic climate, also making it a justifiable cause. Entertainment for the program was furnished by "The Welcoming Committee", a local musical group. Dave Ormord, past treasurer, introduced -the honored guests, Principal and Mrs. Swantz, Mr. Swartzloff, Miss Hanley, Mr. and Mrs. Vick, Principal and Mrs. Fain, Mr. and Mrs. Anglese and retiring sponsor of the council, Mr. Blume, and his wife. Others who participated in the program were Jim Moy, Mary Jo Gaub and Bruce Davis. $4,800 STATE FUNDS GO TO HEALTH UNIT McHenry county's allocation of state funds has been increased by $4,800, according to a notice received from the State Health department. This is money allocated to other local health departments but not used. The total sum has been earmarked for salaries in departments providing a direct service to people. For the first time', food establishment licenses are being delivered by the County Health department, which is now assisting new restaurant owners by reviewing plans prior to construction. Sixty-five international certificates of travel were val-. itiated during the month of April. on. Other officers, from left, back of Morenz, are Eric Weiss, vice-president; Priscilla Fossum, second vice-president; Sherry Etten, secretary; and Scott Nickels, treasurer. PLAINDEALER PHOTO Community Chest Plans Go Ahead An evening dinner meeting may be called within the near future concerning further detailed study on the subject of establishing a Community Chest in McHenry. This decision was made following an initial meeting held last week in the City Council chambers, attended by interested individuals and representatives of PRINCIPAL SOGER RECEIVES CAS, SCHOOL HONOR DAVID A. BOGER David A. Boger was one of five who received the sixth year degree, C.A.S. (certificate of advanced study) in educationcontinued on page 11) Lions to Hold Installation Installation of officers for the McHenry Lions club has been combined with ladies' night and guest night this year, giving promise of a gala evening on Monday, June 23. Officers and their wives from the newly chartered Lions club of Sugar Grove also will at- *tend this event. Recently, McHenry Lions officers and their wives attended the charter night dinner for the Sugar Grove club, held in Batavia, where McHenry President Paul A. Schwegel presented them" with their club banner. A membership drive and future club activities were discussed at the last meeting of the local club. Anyone interested in obtaining information about membership or attendance at guest night may contact Sam Grant. VIETNAM VETERAN FIGHTS FOR LIFE FOLLOWING CRASH Alan Gignac of Highland Shores, on the west side of Wonder Lake, was injured early last Sunday morning on Rt. 120, south of Lake Geneva, Wis., in a one-car crash. Mr. Gignac was transferred to Hines Veterans hospital after emergency treatment in Lakeland hospital, Elkhorn, Wis. He was reported in critical condition, suffering a fractured right leg, broken hip, and severe head and eye injuries, among others. He has undergone four operations since Sunday and was anticipating another on Thursday. Doctors feared they would be unable to save his sight. He was reported "holding his own" at press time. (Continued on page 11) Cited By Hospital Award Winners CARYN PETERSON Caryn Peterson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Petesson, 910 N. Center street, McHenry, and Nancy Winters .daughter of Mr. and Mrs.Samuel Winters, 3108 W. Kinley, McHenry Shores, arelhe fortunate NEW HEARING DATE SET FOR TRACK ZONING Another hearing date has been set for the petition of Royal' C. and Neva E. Raven, asking a conditional use permit for the establishment of a motorcycle race track on property located east of River road, three miles southeast of McHenry. The hearing, originally scheduled for May 4, will be heard Wednesday, June 18, at 3 p.m. in the council chambers, Crystal Lake, before the McHenry County Zoning Board of Appeals. NANCY WINTERS young recipients of nursing scholarships awarded by the Woman's auxiliary to the McHenry hospital. Mrs. Henry Tonyan, chairman of the Scholarship committee, Dr. Edward Wilt, Mrs. William Landin and Mrs. Elmer Stange, president of the Woman's auxiliary, met the latter part of 'May and made the selection from several applicants. Each girl will receive $200 per year for a period of three years. This money will apply toward her education in the nursing profession. The scholarship awards are provided by the fund raising activities of the Woman's auxiliary to the McHenry hospital, such as the Snack Bar and Pink Lady Shoppe located in the McHenry hospital, and the annual McHenry Country Art Fair which will be held this year on June 20, 21, and 22 at the McHenry Junior high school. Recognize Top Scholars various organizations. President Larry Lund outlined local plans and then turned over the discussion to the floor. During the discussion, several points of importance were set forth if such a plan should be set up. They included the following: The Chamber should spearhead the organization of a Community Chest but a separate entity should control management; An individual town fund should be started and, subsequently, be combined with a countywide plan; A payroll deduction plan through large firms is a nec- (Continued on page 11) BOWERS GUILTY OF CHARGE IN FATALCRASH Claude E. Bowers of 5010 Greenwood road, Woodstock, was found guilty on a reckless driving charge that resulted in death when a trial was held Monday of this week. He was fined $500 and costs. Prior to the fine, Bowers had pleaded not guilty to the charge before Magistrate William Gleason in Branch I court. The charge stems from a two-car accident which occurred on Martin road, west of McHenry, May 22 in which Mrs. Dorothy Aissen, 56, of Ringwood, was killed I HE M L. SCHOENHOLTZ FOR SCHOLASTIC END OR HIGH 5< Four members of the large McHenry Junior high eighth grade class were cited for special honors at ceremonies held in conjunction with the graduation program on McCracken field Tuesday night. Receiving the congratulations of Principal James Spencer, left, are Tim Tonyan and Vicky Peterson, who won the/.American Legion awards, and Richard Ormord and Kathy Longhway, the SET ABSENTEE VOTE DEADLINE FOR LEGISLATOR The office of County Clerk Vernon W. Kays will remain open on Saturday, June 21, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. for the purpose of absentee voting for the special general election to be held Tuesday, June 24. This is the last day anyone may vote in person. The last day to apply by mail for an absent voter's ballot is Thursday, June 19. Voters will go to the polls June 24 to elect a Representative in the General Assembly in the Thirty-Third district, which includes McHenry. Candidates are R. Bruce Waddell, Republican, and John L. Wineland, Democrat. They seek to fill the vacancy created by the death of Rep. John "Jack" Hill last year. Kiwanis awards. The winners are shown in front oftheM.L. Schoenholtz plaque, which contains the names of the highest ranking graduate scholastically each year. Miss Peterson won this award this year in addition to the Legion honor. The plaque honors Mr. Schoenholtz, who served as teacheiL-anq, later principal in District 15. PLAINDEALER PHOTO These ten young graduates of McHenry high school were announced as carrying the highest scholastic ratings among the 314 West campus seniors at commencement exercises held Wednesday evening in «the gymnasium. Principal Richard Swantz presented gold.medals to each of them. Top row, they are Denise Dethlefson, Michael Krickl, Clifford Morris, Sylvia Helm and Joann Schabow. In the bottom row are Caryn Peterson, Alice McCulloh, Linda Lawrence, Robert Brennan and Juanita Repta. Photos follow in order of rank.