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5S2 "---Jr. '- . •-VJJU / . " ' . ' • • . ' v - -- • ; • . • . • . ; . - • . ' • • . " i _ ; " - - j ' • • . • . . ' " 7 3 9 MCHENRY PLAINDEALER \ "SERVING THE ^HAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875 ' t Sp i i . ' S . , 7 ' i i I . VOLUME 97 NUMBER 46 FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 1973 ' - > -16 PAGES FIFTEEN CENTS -- : , -- Leaders Look Ahead Growth Key To Community Action In '72 Since this is the time of year for resolutions, we wouldn't think of passing up the golden opportunity to enlarge upon the ills of those around us. Our friends are well aware of our own misguided ways. First, we hope the year 1973 will see enforcement of those rules which are required to pass the driver test. Since our own three-year achievement card has been tucked neatly away since last June, we have taken to looking at the* misdeeds of other drivers. Our present priority for annoying practice is the driver who refuses to pull into an intersection on a green light and wait for oncoming traffic before making a left turn. We distinctly remember the license examiner reprimanding a young driver for his incorrect answer on this question. "You can", he admonished, "wait for several light changes by not entering the in­ tersection". Well, maybe that young man heeded the warning, but almost nobody else we meet remembers. In the area of driving, we would also welcome a new brand of courtesy in 1973, especially when we are waiting in long, west-bound lanes of traffic to enter our business driveway. It is exasperating to the waiting driver with a short fuse when no one sees fit to yield a moments time. During the next twelve months we would also like to see some of the very quiet people in the community recognized. Folks notice those of us who are not so shy. But we often think of the fine con­ tributions made by many who go unnoticed. Maybe we should have nominations for unsung heroes and heroines. Another resolution we are making for our recently franc hised 18-year-old voters. Certainly there were others who were amused at the results of the pre-holiday mock elec­ tion held on West campus. Enough said! Maybe they'll get caught up in the spirit of '76. We resolve that more school systems follow the lead of Montini, whose board lived courageously -- but dangerously - in holding to the same salary schedule for another year. It may not be a fair resolution (teachers would certainly object) but just think how many taxpayers would rejoice. We resolve that there should be some way to stop public service groups from making - money available through legal I but round-about rpeans. For * instance, it is even possible to create new departments to obtain state or federal funding * and realize a rather un­ believable sum of money which can be used generously for many purposes. It is also possible (and it is done as a matter of course) to obtain - funding for a great variety of ^ 1 society's special needs. Of course, all of them are commendable. What bothers us is that every public service group entitled to do so is ap­ plying for these funds. It has t become a way of life. And when we really stop to think about it, the money came out of our pockets from the beginning and we are just kidding ourselves when we refer to the "gift" as state or federal money. And speaking of cutting down, we resolve that there be a reduction of agencies, committees, programs, projects and other innocuous titles. They are given to channel staff or membership into something that sounds impressive and actually results in a lot of people rehashing , something that wasn't very important in the first place and won't solve anything wor­ thwhile in the second place. One of our favorite organizations operated without officers for years, and even today has a minimum of for­ mality to its operation. Believe us. it works! (Continued on page 14) Mayor Donald P. Doherty, left, designates on map of community where key projects will be un­ dertaken in 1973. Looking on is Dave Benrud, new president of the Greater McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD If one were to select a key word to describe 1972 in the McHenry community, it would have to be GROWTH in capital letters. And it would need to be followed by the word Progress, which, of necessity, results from growth. In order to realize a greater allocation of Motor Fuel Tax money, the city ordered a special census early this year. It resulted in a head count of 7,526, up substantially from the ten-year federal census of April 1, 1970, when McHenry's population was 6,772. These figures were indicative of much of the action in the community during the twelve­ month period. The high tax receipt figure of $1,743,573 was released by the Department of Revenue based on three kinds of taxes collected for one year. M c H e n r y ' s c o l l e c t i o n established the city firmly in second place, topped only by Crystal Lake in the county. To accommodate more and more people, projects have been undertaken. One of the chief among them is the Lakeland Park sewerage system made possible when it was learned that the city's appeal for a HUD federal grant in the count of $577,000 had been approved. Bids in the amount of $1,483,513.70 by Kuch & Ingram, Russell, 111., for Lakeland Park special assessment, another bid for $504,860.40 by the same con­ tractor for trunk service, and one for $119,800 by Illinois Hydraulic, Elgin, for sewer lift were approved. Increased traffic accounted for action to widen and improve Rt. 120 west from Rt. 31 to Draper road. The total figure will be $1,388,000, of which the city will pay $210,000 from MFT funds. The remainder of the cost will be assumed by the state. * Growth also prompted preliminary action on enlarged hospital facilities. Long time plans were encouraged by a gift of 40 acres of land on Rt. 31 south for a new hospital and allied health care facilities. There is an option for the hospital to buy an adjacent 60 acres for long range development of an area health care center. One large annexation and the possibility of a second large development outside the city limits doubtless has had an influence onx future planning. The annexation consisted of 136 acres north of McHenry. Twenty-five acres will be used as an industrial park, eighteen atres for commercial and the remaining for multi-family use. The proposed development of 238 acres south of Rt. 120, east of River road, remains in doubt pending arguments of a large number of objectors before the zoning board. \ Other indications of rapid growth included the zoning permit by the city a year ago for construction of a 60-room motel on Front street; the formation of a new Rescue" squad in January; the in­ corporation of the new village of McHenry Shores and the unprecedented turnout of 4,000 at the Chamber of Commerce - sponsored Commerce and Industry exposition in May. McHenry schools have grown also. Although the rate is slowing due to a declining birth rate, problems remain. The cost of education increases, and with it the indebtedness of local school districts. In spite of declared efforts to cut back, the problem grows larger. To date, the revenue sharing money returned to the city and county has not been designated for school use. To determine the goals of the city's two leading organizations during the year ahead, the Plaindealer asked for com­ ments from Mayor Donald P. Doherty and Dave Benrud, president of the Chamber of Commerce. The Mayor listed as No. I the continuation of work on the Lakeland Park sewer project for which bids have been let. He said the city also would be studying a site for a new well. Former Local Minister Outstanding Educator Co-Authors New Book West Campus Teacher Attends U)N. Session Dr. John Eddy, 2419 Simpson street, Evanston, 111., associate professor of education at Loyola university of Chicago, is one of the authors of a new book entitled Action and Careers in a New Age, published by the American Personnel and Guidance association (APGA) of Washington, D.C. He is former minister of Greenwood and Ringwood United Methodist churches. Action and Careers in a New Age is an extensive volume that provides a philosophy of counseling and resources for peace careers now available. The APGA is the largest professional organization of elementary, secondary and higher education counselors in the U.S. or the world. Dr. Eddy is president of the International Association of Educators for World Peace which is a non-governmental agency of the United Nations with over 6,000 members in more than sixty-four nations of the world. He is also a member of the Peace commission of APGA and is a senator of the Illinois College Personnel association. Dr. Eddy is either the author, editor, co-author or a con­ tributor to eight other published books. He received a B.S. degree from the University of Min­ nesota; an M.D. degree from Garrett seminary, M.A. degree from Northwestern university, and a Ph. D. from Southern Illinois university. In addition, Dr. Eddy holds two post-doctoral fellowships from the National Aeronautics and Space administration, the A m e r i c a n S o c i e t y f o r Engineering Education, as well as from the National Institute of Mental Health. Dr. Eddy is also a federal auditor for the U.S. Depart­ ment of Health, Education and Welfare. Gary Gray, history teacher at McHenry high school West campus, was one of fifteen Ch­ icago area teachers selected by the Chicago Council on Foreign Relations to attend a two-day briefing session on the United Nations in New York. The group was briefed by representatives of various United Nation agencies,among them an environmental expert who spoke on the World En­ vironment conference held recently in Stockholm, as well as representatives from the Food and Agricultural o r g a n i z a t i o n ( F . A . O . ) U.N.E.S.C.O. and the United N a t i o n s D e v e l o p m e n t program. On the second day in New Y o r k t h e g r o u p m e t w i t h representatives of the United States Mission to the United Nations, and a delegate from the mission from the Soviet Union. The discussion with the Soviet delegate was par­ ticularly lively. The fifteen teachers who made the trip to New York participated with the Chicago Council on Foreign Relations in presenting a conference for high school students at Mc- Cormick Place in Chicago. The title of the program was "Issues Before The United Nations." Forty-five McHenry high school history students joined over 1,400 Chicago area students in the program. Gray led discussion sessions in the morning and in the afternoon session on "Latin America and the United Nations". PUMP DESTROYED A short in a sump pump at the Povidas residence, 333 Highland drive, Lakemoor, resulted in a call for McHenry volunteer firemen Wednesday afternoon. The only damage was to the pump. College Registration For Spring In Progress Registration for spring semester classes at McHenry County college began Jan. 3 and lasts through Jan. 26. Classes begin the week of Jan. 29. Late registration continues through the first week of classes. Students who are planning to attend full or part-time, during days or evenings, may register during this time. Registration is held from 8 a.m. through 8:30 p.m. Monday through Thur­ sday; and from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Registration is held at the main campus, 6200 Northwest highway, Crystal Lake. If these times or the place present a hardship to students who wish to register, call the Office of Instruction at the college to see that special arrangements are made. Counseling is available during the registration times. Students who wish to see a counselor during the evening registration periods are en­ couraged to call for an ap­ pointment to avoid a lengthy wait. Copies of the schedule will be mailed throughout the district on Jan. 8. Schedules are also available on the campus. Copies may be obtained by calling the Office of Instruction and asking for a copy or by (Continued on page 14) The long time question of how to handle the problem of abandoned vehicles was solved at the meeting of the McHenry City Council Tuesday night when an ordinance was passed to govern the problem. City Attorney Looze stated that the provisions of the crdirisncc were carefully set forth to protect the vehicle owners' rights and to give the police department proper guidelines. The ordinance covers vehicles on both public and private property. An amending ordinance was passed and approved in which the city will receive twenty- nine instead of eight free business lines from Illinois Bell At present, borings are being taken to determine how much water and the quality of water found. "Discussions are being held at the present time regarding an addition to the city hall", the Mayor observed. "More room is needed for the police department", he continued," and also more parking facilities will be provided around the city hall lot", He assured that the regular schedule of road improvements will be followed, as well as continuing work on Rt. 120 west. More dredging will be done on the Lakeland Park ditch to Park avenue, almost the las J street in the sub­ division With some satisfaction the Mayor noted that there are additional ice skating facilities this year and he said he is looking forward to the im­ provement of other recreational areas. In the area of lighting, the Mayor noted that the change in type of illumination in the business districts will be continued until there are amber lights throughout. Ordinances will be recodified, he commented.- Over the years brdinanpes are adopted and amended and some become obsolete. The job is expected to be completed this year. C of C President Benrud cited these three areas in which he hopes to focus the attention of this organization in the next twelve months: 1 - To promote the growth of the agricultural, business, industrial and recreational aspects of our community for the welfare of all citizens; 2 - To develop a more viable Chamber of Commerce through a larger and more informed membership, with total in­ volvement of every member; 3 - To make the Chamber of pimerce more meaningful to , citizens of the area. Area Homes Crash During Burglarized ) Wednesday Rain Klls Driver On New Year's day, Sheriff's deputies investigated a burglary at the hom£ of Gene Haladum, 1700 Riverside drive, McHenry. Tlie home was ransacked and the following items were taken: a stereo set, a record player, a black and white television and a color television set. When the owner is contacted, an inventory will be made to determine any additional losses. A stereo tape deck in a walnut cabinet and a multiplex stereo with separate speaker systems were stolen from the Wayne Grams home at 38i3 N. Clareihont road, McHenry, sometune last weekend. The home was entered by breaking the glass in an outer door and forcing the inner door open. On returning to his home last Friday after a dav's absence, Ralph M. Fishbum, 70, of 7715 Rt. 14, Harvard, was pronounced dead on arrival at Harvard hospital Wednesday afternoon following the crash of two cars. City police said he was north­ bound on Rt. 14 when a south­ bound car passed him and splashed water on the wind­ shield. By the time the wipers cleared so that Mr. Fishburn could see the road ahead, the cars had collided. The oilMr driver sustained only minor injuries. Kenneth Brothers of 415 Mineral Springs drive, McHenry, discovered that his home had been entered by forcing a rear door. Missing from the premises were a (Continued on page 14) ; Plaindealer To Sponsor Dale Carnegie Course Larry E. Lund, publisher of The McHenry Plaindealer has announced that this newspaper will act as sponsor of the world- famous Dale Carnegie course soon to begin in McHenry. "We are bringing the course to our community because we feel it is in the interest of public service," Lund said. During the forming of the class here, this newspaper will publish a series of feature articles by Mike Rothenberger, staff representative of Dale Carnegie and Associates, Inc., New York. The series is en­ titled, "I Will Prepare Myself." The organization of this class will be under the direction of John Perhach of Elk Grove Village. Mr. Perhach represents Claude Bowen & Associates of Chicago, who offer the course in this area. "TR^)ale Carnegie Course, for mogg than half a century, hasR°Wen helping men and women to live happier, richer and more successful lives t h r o u g h t h e d i s c o v e r y a n d development of their hidden talents and potential abilities," Perhach said, "such as the development of greater self confidence, a keen memory and more effective powers of communication." He went on to say that many people take the course primarily because they want a broader understanding of human relations. They want to know how to get along even more graciously with people whether it be in a business or social situation or at home. Perhach reported that the Dale Carnegie Course, during its fifty-three years of operation, has graduated well over a million men and women and the course is now offered in all fifty states and in many foreign countries. Anyone who is interested in more information about the Dale Carnegie Course may write or telephone this newspaper, phone 385-0170. City Passes Ordinance On Abandoned Vehicles Telephone Co. The city agrees to protect the telephone company's easements when streets or alleys are vacated. The City Council again adopted a resolution providing for payment of the prevailing wage scale on contracts. As the need presents itself, tests are being made for a new water well to meetc, the requirements of a fast growing city. A favorable price on new (slightly used) chairs to be used at the Council table resulted in agreement to make the purchase. Chairs now in use will be switched to the audience section, where some have not found the metal chairs too comfortable. SAFETY SCHOOL INSTRUCTION - Firemen from Company I, McHenry Township Fire Protection district, recently instructed a nine-hour safety school for babysitters at St. Mary's school. Some of i the aVeas covered were Pre-Planning, Summer and Winter Weather, Science of Fire and Tips lor. Babysitters. Instructors included John Shay, shown above, Bryan Klontx, Ray Simon, Chris Boa* nett. Hank Miller, Bill Sheehan and Glenn Peterson of the Fire department; also Robert Zujewski from the McHenry Police department. - ( STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD