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PAGE 16-PLAINDEALER-WEDNESDAY, JANUARY Number One to a Series -- "I Will Prepare Myself..." By Mik* Rothenberger Staff Representative t Dale Carnegie A Assoc., Inc., New York. Copyright 1965, Dale Carnegie & Assoc., Inc. We have all heard the story of the lad who was born in Ken­ t u c k y a l i t t l e o v e r a c e n t u r y and a half ago. He spent his youth in poverty. When he was about seven years of age his f a m i l y m o v e d t o I n d i a n a where, for the first year, they lived in a three sided shed. A buffalo skin was hung across the open side to keep out the sleet and snow. His formal edu­ cation amounted to a total of about one year. He learned to w r i t e , u s i n g a n o l d w o o d e n shovel for a slate and a charred twig served as his chalk. One day he bought a barrel of junk for fifty cents. As he browsed through the barrel he found a couple of old l$w books. Even though his education was limited, he began to read and to study law. He became intensely interested. In the evening he read by the light of the crack­ ling flames in the fireplace, and in the early morning hours he read by the light that shone through the cracks between the logs of his modest cabin. He made a steadfast resolution. He said, "I will prepare myself and some day my time will come." It is said that he often walked as far as fifty miles to get his hands on a book that he hadn't read. He didn't have the public library downtown, on the co- ner, as we have today. But more and more, as he became an avid reader, his resolution dominated his mind, "I will prepare myself and some day my time will come." When he was in his early twenties he moved to New Sa­ lem, Illinois, where he worked in the Post Office and in a gen­ eral store. But he never lost sight of his goal. He persistant- ly k e p t on preparing himself and his time did come. He be­ came the 16th President of the United States. Because of his keen insight, his profound char­ acter and his compassion for humanity, he endeared himself to the hearts of countless thou­ sands cf people throughout the world. His remains now rest in a magnificent tomb, in a beauti­ ful cemetery, in Springfield, Il­ linois. Hundreds of people from around the world go there to visit the place each year. His name will always appear high on the list of the immortals and, of course, we know that his name was Abraham Lin­ coln. This story of success against great odd^ should be an eternal source of inspiration to each of us. Perhaps we don't aspire to be President, but most of us would really like to make more of our lives than we have. The opportunity for success is far greater now than it was in his day. But it requires something of us. Do we have the desire? Do we possess the tenacity to 10, 1973 prepare ourselves, to search out , and discover some of our hidden talents and jwtential abilities, to develop them to the extent that they will enable us to achieve? So many of us are in­ clined to sit back and wait for opportunity to knock. But, have we equipped ourselves to even recognize the opportunity and then to make good use of it? It was Samuel Rayburn, Speak­ er of the House of Representa­ tives for so many years, who said, "Readiness for oppor­ tunity makes for success. Op­ portunity often comes by acci­ dent but readiness never does." He was so right. Readiness is * something that each of us must bring about for ourself through self-preparation^ through the development of at least a part of the hidden potential that lies within us. When we fully comprehend this profound truth, when we realize that self-preparation is prerequisite to successful ac­ complishment, then we too may be motivated to firmly resolve, as did the immortal Lincoln: "I will prepare myself and some day my time Mill come." AS We FROM COMPLAINTS, OUR COMMUNITY NEEDS ACTION FROM IT'S CITIZENS. PISTAKEE HIGHLANDS ' Bobbie FSntus V 497-3509 Coming Soon To McHeniy The Famous V DALE CARNEGIE COURSE Some of the many ways the Dale Carnegie Course Helps Men and Women: • Develop more self confidence • Develop your human relations and leadership ability • Develop your ability to speak more effectively to groups • Be more convincing in selling your ideas to others • Develop executive abilities • Sell yourself more effectively to others V " • Develop more enthusiasm jn yourself and others • Improve your memory • Break the worry habit • Increase your income potential For Further Information, Write or Phone: THE McHENRY PLAINDEALER 3812 W. Elm St. • McHenry, III. 60050 _ Phone:815-385-0170 Sponsored in McHenry By: THE McHENRY PLAINDEALER ,fS fluj. B i Presented by Claude Bowen and Associates, Inc. Treasurer Gives Good Report At - General MeetingV The general meeting of the Pistakee Highlands Com­ munity Association was held on Jan. 3 at 8 p.m. The pledge to the flag was recited and last general and board meeting minutes were given.x John Hiedler gave the treasurer's report showing a balance of $6,984.49. First order of business was a report given on Bill 1440 or the road improvement program. Bobbie Fantus spoke with James Rakow, supervisor of the McHenry county highway department, who is on the committee. A report was given that out of thirty represen­ tatives from various sub­ divisions in the area, thirteen of these areas turned in the necessary petitions showing interest in the program. The committeee has held one meeting jo this point discussing legal aspects and on Jan. 10 will meet again./^Hopefully more information &ill tye available at this time. ^ Next order Of business was the sanding and wiring bill for the center. Short discussions followed each subject and a motion was made from the floor to pay these. The Cheer Night and New Year's Eve party were reported on next by Harold Bichler, chairman of the New Year's party, who did a won­ derful job organizing, and making the whole evening run smoothly. A total of 96 tickets were sold at a total of $768 with expenses/* running $545.36 showing a profit of $222.64 which will go for repairs in the center. Rental fee of the community center will be dropped to the Woihen's Club and money paid in aavance for rental from\ to May will be Meadow HiH. BY-LAWS These are the amendments made to by-laws which will be reprinted, Under Article 6, Section 3, Financial Secretary, To be added on at the eno; "And file liens as defined in. Article 2 section 3." "The! Financial Secretary 'shall' receive all mail designated for Pistakee Community association. All bills for payment are to be turned over to the treasurer. All mail in regards to the duties of the financial secretary shall be retained by the financial secretary. All other mail unless specifically designated is to be turned over to the president. Article 6 Section 6, Trustees. Third sentence, add in after the word securities. "And Important papers." To be added in at the end. The trustees will also be responsible for welcoming new residents to Pistakee Highlands, Informing them of the association, payment of dues, and presenting copy of the association by-laws. An executive trustee is to be selected from the six trustees by the trustees and confirmed by majority vote at the general meeting following elections. The execbtiye trustee will hold the key to the safe deposit box and act as chairman over the fiveremaining trustees. Article 6 Section 8, Annual Audit. Third sentence, add in after the word The*" Financial." ^_.^STOP SIGNS y^SfSpsigns which have been on order since early in the fall have been received and placed at strategic locations in the area. Please watch for these signs listed below for safer driving. Locations are at the corner of Christine and Circle, Circle and Burr, Short and Circle, Lucina and Hilltop, Louella and Hilltop, Henry and Agatha, also Pheasant and Januar rebated. PresidenCE^mtus announced vehicle stickers^were ready to be sold and all stickers would be sold to paid-up association members only. All officers and trustees will be selling stickers and boat dock and beach area privileges will depend on these tags. The third reading of amend­ ments to by-laws was given and will be adopted into governing rules. Now that the new amendments have been cepted new sets of by-laws wi be reprinted and circulated, soon as figures are set a jfrking lot will be added to the ist side of the community /^center which hopefully will solve a parking problem during parties and meetings. Refreshments were fur­ nished by JoAnne Heidler and were enjoyed by all. Under announcements, President Fantus welcomed Olga Badach to our community and we all hope she will enjoy living here very much. T vL VEHICLE STICKERS Vehicle stickers are now on sale from all officers of the association and trustees. For more information please feel free to call Bobbie Fantus at 497-3509 or Mae Kolb at 497- 3626. UNATTENDED CARS In the past we have had a problem with residents leaving cars on the roadside. The sheriff was contacted on this matter, after several com­ plaints were made to President Fantus. Offenders had these cars sitting on the road for several months and were warned about moving them on several different occasions. Each offender did receive a final warning from the sheriff and still did not remove the cars. Now the unattended cars have been towed away, so let this be a warning. The main purpose of this was during winter months especially, for plows to be able to do an ef­ ficient job of snow removal On special requests of the county and our own contractor, PLEASE keep cars( off the roadsides. ^ ' DECORATION CONTEST i CHEER NIGHT Judges, Ed Burda, Milto^ Croasdale and Charlie Kraemer were busy making decisions on Thursday De^c. 21, for the Christmas decoration contest. All decorations Were done very well making the job hard for these men. Results of the contest were revealed on Friday, Dec. 22, for the cheer night which was held at the community center. The first prize went to the Kolman family, who received ^ ten dollar prize for having the most original idea for decorating. Two five dollar, second prizes were awarded to the Perschke and Calkins families for best lighting. The turn-out for the contest was so well that judges selected runner-ups which are as follows; the Browski, Patt, Rodge, Beba, Goscinski, Mc- Cauly, Dumelle and Fantus families all received honorable mentions. NEW YEAR'S EVE The Highlands brought in the ew Year very successfully and everyone attending had a wonderful time. A total of 96 tickets were sold and pafter purchasing food, decorations, liquor and music for the party a profit of $222.64 was shown. A motion was made at the general meeting by Craig Thoren that proceeds from the event be held in a special fund for repair to kitchen and bar facilities to make preparations of more coming events easier. All decorations for New Years eve were done by Ed Burda who turned an ordinary meeting center into a lovely ball room. Congratulations to Ed for a fine job which is ap­ preciated very much. BOY SCOUTS Troop 459 will be on a cam- pout the weekend of Jan. 5 and 6 but are short of camping equipment. If anyone wishes to donate equipment to them they would appreciate it very much and have more fun on their campouts. They are also sponsoring a paper drive in February along with other troops. COMING EVENTS Association Board Meeting - Community Center - Jan. 17 -- 8 p.m. Women's Club - Com­ munity Center - Jan. 31 - 12 Noon -- Mystery Luncheon Association General Meeting - Community Center - Feb. 7-8 p.m. Boy & Cub Scout Paper Drive - February. Korean Boy "Adopted" By City Resident A If we omit our power machinery and its associated enterprises, we find surprising little in our modern civilization that the Greeks of 2,500 years ago did not have or know about. Most of known early civilizations were founded on conquest, and maintained by slavery. LIM CHOON KUN Miss Betty Brda, 3712 W. Grand avenue, McHenry, has "adopted" Lim Choon Kun, a five-year-old Korean boy through Foster Parents plan, by contributing $16 a month for the child's care. The child remains with his family. The entire family benefits from medical and dental care, the sustained guidance and counseling of social workers, a monthly cash grant, distributions of useful goods and the aid of special educational programs. Choon Kun and his family somehow manage to exist from one day to the next in the miserable slums on the hilly outskirts of Pusan, where he was born. It hasn't been easy since father, a skilled plasterer, died suddenly of a cerebral hemorrhage last May. Mother was ill-equipped to become the ricewinner for she is illiterate and has no special skills. The only work she can find is a peddler, selling soaps. Brother Joong Shik (17) does odd jobs at building sites. Their joint earnings are about $32 a month. Brother Won,(12) has finished primary school but is too young for a job, or job- training. Brother Sang (9) attends grade school while sister Kwi Nae (1) is still at home with Choon Kun. Mother is a determined worker, but with father gone, she will need help' and encouragement, expressed through PLAN, if these children are to have any chance at all for a productive future. "Home" for Choon Kun is a single dark room with attached cooking place, built of cement blocks with slate roof. Mother has paid key money - a form of rent given as a lump sum which is returned when the family moves. Electricity is available but water must be carried from a public well. It's a life with a minimum of comfort and convenience for the Lims. " en is a vital parfc^ of the organization's program. All Foster Children are able to - and must - attend school. In each country in which . the organization works, a Ndrth American director and his st^ff (citizens of the country) sejhup I additional educational and- V social welfare programs adapted to the needs of Foster / Children and their families. loC Despite the distance between the Foster Parents who con- TiP tribute the funds and the Foster >-in Children who receive them,, the >r|j two keep in touch with monthly letters, translated by/the j organization. Foster Parents also receive a photograph and nfi case history of their Foster Child, and annual progress 0$j reports as well. > IT Established in 1937, Foster Parents plan works in ten countries in South America and ,:>k Asia. Over 48,000 desperately,^ poor children are being aided by individuals, families and Vi[ groups in the United States, ^ Canada and Australia. > Sn The ranks of Foster Parents ^ include the old, young, married, single, schools, fraternal organizations, clubs and many more. Their common denominator is the willingness to care for a child in desperate need. U For further information write Foster Parents Plan, 352 Park Avenue South, New York,..N.Y. ^ 10010. 7 ^ V7 ! v /I Acclaim 2-Day Circuit Meet Of Witnesses ul I f "A highpoint of the year! "What a spiritual feast!" ./ "Real motivation to continue 'I and improve our ministry!" Such were the expressions of h local Jehovah's Witnesses as they returned from a twO-day » • circuit convention at their Assembly hall in Chicago. *> Eleven local congregations gathered for the assembly with a peak attendance Sunday, Dec. 17, of 1,480. The genera* r* public was invited to come that date for the talk, "Is This Life All There Is?" Over 300 such •> individuals were included in the attendance. 'r «' The gathering was climaxed ^ by Ruben Cobos, Jr., district supervisor's remarks on the - above subject. He said, "Our 'T life today can be especially £ meaningful, for we live at a time when persons can escape * ever dying. We can enter right 9 into endless life. We have seen \ repeatedly from the Bible that ' we are in the conclusion of the ' system of things. Go^l will sOtth^ wipe out Wickedness and alio#'^ righteous ones to enter ef^Hk! 7 life." Jehovah's Witnesses in th^:" Woodstock Congregation invite ° all in the community to expand3 their own Bible study activities s with the Witnesses' assistance, 1 free of cost or obligation. Too often, "footprints in the' sands of time" are made by a heel. -- & Duty sometimes carries a heavy price tag, but is usually cheaper in the long run. Now on So e P, LAND OF LINCOLN 1973 ILLINOIS license ome State Bank tate Bank Of Crystal Lake is the authorized facility for over counter sale of renev\tt»l 1973 passenger auto license *ake elevator to our license department; to save time bring your 1973 application form filled out. It's simple and Jnvenient. Here's all you do . . . GET YOUR PLATES NOW avoid the rush • You must bring in and present your 1972 iden tification card for each 1973 license renewal • Bringin the 1973application form you received in the mail. If you haven't received it, we have the forms in our lower level license department. YOU GET YOUR PLATES IMMEDIATELY No waiting for the mail. You take home your 19-73 plates and new identification card. #A check or money order for fee applicable to size car stated on application form to Sec retary of State. Separate service fee of $1.00 payable to Home State Bank to cover handling and notarization. IT'S SIMPLE, QUICK, CONVENI r HOME STATE BANK fliSf^j 40 GRANT STREET/PHONE 459-2000 of Crystal Lake * LICENSE DEPT. HOURS: Daily and Saturday 9 AM-3 PM / Friday Evenings 6-8 PM / Not open Wednesday / Meaner £.D.I.C. L v a