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VOLUME 97 NUMBER 60 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1973 20 PAGES FIFTEEN CENTS 15® THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER SERVING THE CHAIN-O-UAKES REGION SINCE 1875 Local Services Set ObserveWorld Prayer Day The local units of Church Women United will celebrate World Day of Prayer, the in­ ternational celebration of faith aijd unity among Christian women, Friday, March 2. Services will be held at two locations, one at St. Patrick's Catholic church, McHenry, at 9:30 a.m. and the other at Nativity Lutheran church, Wonder Lake, at 10 a.m. preceded by a 9 a.m. coffee time. Mrs. Charles Jacobson, chairman for the Wonder Lake unit, announced that the speaker for that service will be Rev. D.E. Tranel, pastor of Christ the" King Catholic church, Wonder Lake. Mrs. Walter J. Bolger is chairman for the McHenry unit. The small group of women who first initiated World Day of Prayer in 1887 firmly believed that the mission work for which they were responsible needed their support in prayer as much as in giving. This small group was praying for the world - today the movement has become international and Christian women are praying with other Christians throughout the whole world. World Day of Prayer is truly ecumenical as well as in­ ternational. It is the most widely observed celebration sponsored by Church Women United-the movement through which Protestant, Roman Catholic and Orthodox women manifest their unity through fellowship, study and cooperative action. World Day of Prayer ob­ servances are planned by an international committee, with liaison officers from each national committee. The worship services are prepared each year by women from different parts of the world. The 1973 service was written by women of New Zealand, and is adapted by each country for its own use. The women of New Zealand explain the theme, "Alert in our Time", through their expression of these concerns. "Because of our isolation, there has always been something of a time-lag between us and the more populous countries. This has given us time to prepare for social changes but it also means that we tend to be onlookers of the world scene, rather than participants. Our small population of under three million in a country roughly the standard of living, abundant food and temperate climate-all these are a temptation to us to live complacently and to watch the outside world go by on our television screens. However, Christians and thinking New Zealanders are greatly con­ cerned with the world problems of hunger, population ex­ plosion, fear of nuclear war, pollution of the environment, economic and social needs both here and abroad." The theme of the 1973 prayer observance "Alert in our Time" expresses the intention of women to be aware of the crucial needs in the world and to be Agents of God's recon­ ciling love in those areas. In 1972-73 Church Women United in the United States will translate their prayers into action through three areas of concern: health services, seeking ways of cooperating with professionals to deliver adequate health care to all persons; creating new life lines for inter-action with the rapidly growing community of Asian Americans in our country; becoming alert to world trade' problems. Donn K. LaFond, 24, of 110 E. North street, Manhattan, was pronounced dead on arrival at Memorial hospital, Woodstock, Saturday morning about 2 o'clock following a one-car accident on Deerpass road, east of Marengo. A witness told police he was south-bound on the roadway when the LaFond vehicle, traveling in the same direction, started to pass him, went out of control and began to roll end- over-end on the east shoulder of the road The witness stopped his vehicle and attempted to render aid. However, realizing the man was severely injured, he left the scene and went to the nearest residence to call for help. The Marengo Rescue squad was summoned to transport LaFond to the hospital. Two Crystal Lake men were taken to McHenry hospital by the local Rescue squad following an accident Saturday evening about 8:45 on River road, southeast of Black Partridge road, south of McHenry. When deputies arrived at the scene, they discovered a Volkswagan overturned in a ditch. No occupants could be located in the area. Witnesses reported they had seen two occupants of the vehicle enter a taxi cab at the scene. Deputies overtook the taxi and the driver related that in passing, he had seen the overturned auto in the ditch. He used his cab radio to report the accident and then saw two men crawling out of the auto. They requested that the taxi driver take them to McHenry. The rescue squad then arrived at the scene and the injured men were transferred to the squad and taken to the hospital. At the hospital, the driver of the auto. Bruce J. Watson of 3 N. Williams, Crystal Lake, refused to cooperate, became violent and had to be subdued. He was found to be intoxicated and was arrested for driving while intoxicated, aggravated battery involving a police of­ ficer, disorderly conduct and driving too fast for conditions. Bond was set at $10,550 with court hearing set for March 26. Passenger in the auto, Robert Hanson of 7208 Shales street, Crystal Lake, was also slightly injured in the accident. Evidence indicated that the Watson auto was south-bound on River road. As it approached a curve, it went out of control and rolled over on the north side of the roadway. Elizabeth A. Ink of 400 Shepherd Hill drive, McHenry, was injured when her car ran off the road and hit a telephone (Continued on page 20) size of England, our high insurance Men Urge Action Salute To Patriotism This outdoor flag raising ceremony at Parkland school opened the program for annual Patriotic day last Friday, Feb. 23, dedicated to returning P.O.W.'s. Dave Ackert led the group in the pledge to the flag, and Scott J. Kunz, Kerry Wltz and Ron Crook comprised the color guard. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD With a minimum of fanfare, something very new has come to McHenry county in "Hello Niki Week" which runs through Sunday, March 4. It focuses attention on an attractive young artist who began an eight-week performing arts program last Monday. This is the first small com­ munity organization to receive an affiliate artist appointment without support of a major college or university. Sponsored in the county by the Fine Arts association, the Affiliate Artist program brings the performing arts to the audience rather than expecting the audience to come to the performer. Nicki Flacks is performing -- free of charge ~ before clubs, civic and service organizations, hospitals, rest homes, fac­ tories, youth groups and public institutions. Also, she will present in-school programs. With 97 per cent of the American population never tiaving attended a live per­ formance of any kind (this ifigure from Affiliate Artists, Inc.) the program would seem to have a real purpose. In ad­ dition, it offers an effective "farm system" for the per­ forming artist who often has been forced to seek a European platform for his art. It will be interesting to see how well received this in­ novation will be. Besides a business Foundation grant, funding comes from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Illinois Arts council. K.A.F. Two Slaughtered, Stolen Pigs May Prove Unedible Two pigs which were slaughtered and stolen from a farmer's barn at 6315 Wilmot road, Spring Grove, may be unfit to eat, according to a report in the sheriff's office. Saturday morning, Gregory Kattner of 2020 W. Miller road, McHenry, reported that he discovered two 45-pound pigs had apparently been slaughtered in the barn of a (Continued on page 20) An impressive Patriotic day the second held at Parkland school, disclosed much interest among students who took part in the various events. The program was carried out by the sixth grade Optime team from the school. Peter Bender dedicated the team's Patriotic day to the returning P.OW.'s. Then, as master of ceremonies, he welcomed the day's honored guests, Mayor Donald Doherty, Dr. Robert Boos, and Principal Robert Putnam. Each guest then spoke briefly to the group and complimented the students on their loyalty. Bill Heinrich gave a reading entitled, "I Am Democracy", and Tami Fernstrom read the inaugural address of President John Kennedy. Contest winners were then announced: Best theme, Dave Ackert; Best poem Robin Nolan, Michelle Fish and Laura Schramm; Best flag, Tim Hocin and Scott J. Kunz; Best emblem, Jon Muse; Pollution poster, Roger Emery; Keep America Beautiful, Robin Nolan; Best patriotic dress, Debbie Berry, Debby Muchala, Sue Penny, Scott J. Kunz and Bill Sahlin. Best costume was worn by Tammy Schiller. Mrs. Luzum took first prize by a faculty member. Some students then presented skits based on im­ portant historical figures. High school students participated with the sixth graders in a discussion on "Amnesty". The day closed with the sixth grade band members presenting a concert of patriotic musical selections. Teachers and aides of the Optime team are Richard Anderson, Mrs. Jeanne Lud- wig, Mrs. Sue Luzum and Mrs. Beverly Hansen. McHenry Girls Chosen Winners Of DAR A ward VICKIE PETERSON Two McHenry area girls are among several from the county selected to receive the Good Citizen award of the D.A.R. (Daughters of the American Revolution). They are Terri Radtke and Vickie Peterson. Vickie Peterson, daughter of the Charles (Chuck) Petersons of 2815 N. Magellan, McHenry, is treasurer of her MCHS class. She is a member of the Pep club, the GAA, the National Honor society and the AFS. Vickie is a cheerleader at McHenry high school and was homecoming queen. She is the second in her family to receive the DAR award. Weapons Charge Made In Arrest Of Driver Road Deaths Set Record Thursday morning about 1 o'clock, sheriff's deputies were called by Island Lake Police Chief Elsener to assfst in a weapons investigation. Elsener related that he had handled an auto accident in the village earlier that evening. After the vehicle had been towed from the scene, a pistol was found on the floor. Driver of the car, Donald J. O'Brien of 562 Darlington lane, Crystal Lake, had left the station but called the tow operator to arrange to recover the weapon. Arrangements were made to meet him at a service station in Burton's Bridge where the vehicle had been taken. To prevent possible trouble, officers waited at the station until O'Brien's arrival. When he left his vehicle, O'Brien was carrying one hand in his pocket. He was searched and found to be carrying another loaded pistol. He said he keeps the weapons for his own protection. O'Brien was arrested on two charges of unlawful use of weapons with bond set at $1,025. Court appearance was set for March 26. Joanne Rulien, School Nurse 30 Years, Dies A. Joanne Rulien, a public health nurse in the McHenry schools for thirty years, died Saturday, Feb. 24, at the Pistakee Bay home. She was 81 years old. During her long association with the local school systems, she served thousands of young people. A pioneer in the school immunization program, Mrs. Rulien was among the first school nurses to participate in immunizing children against diphtheria and in the distribution of the Salk vaccine. (Continued on page 20) "Guys And Dolls'9 Marian Musical Choice Marian Central Catholic high school will present "Guys and Dolls" as its spring musical presentation April 6, 7 and 8. Lead roles will be in the capable hands of Gerry Sieck and Tim Desmond as Nathan Detroit, Mary Wedoff and Annette Pitzen as Adelaid, and Bill Dicker and John Zim- mermann as Sky. Also appearing in this fun musical will be Joe Mc- Cormack, Marge Boarini, Jan Dwyer, Rob Jackson, Marty Palmer, Terry Riley, Jim Leisten, Jim Harrison, Wayne (Continued on page 20) Fears Farm Assessnrfent Rise Rep. Skinner Asks For Constitutional Change TERM RADTKE Terri Radtke, daughter of the Richard Radtkes of 1620 W. Grandview drive, McHenry, was selected for the Good Citizenship award from Marian Central. Terri is secretary of the National Honor society, a member of the GAA, and also of the Spanish club. She was a candidate for the TV show, "It's Academic". Each year the Kishwaukee Trail chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution presents Good Citizen Awards to the senior girls chosen as outstanding citizens by their respective high schools. (Continued on page 20) Assessments on farm land in McHenry, could increase 59 percent, if the 1970 Constitution isn't amended, according to State Rep. Cal Skinner, Jr. (R- Crystal Lake). Skinner has introduced an amendment to the Revenue Article of the Illinois Con­ stitution to allow the legal classification of real estate for property tax purposes in every Illinois county. Classification means some types of property are assessed higher than others. At present, classification is allowed only in counties having more than 200,000 population, even though illegal de facto classification is evident in almost every county. Skinner has also introduced House Bill 211, which would allow farm land to be assessed according to its productivity until sold When sold, the land owner would have to pay taxes Americans set an all time record in 1972 but it was not in the Munich Olympic games. "We managed to kill one another on our highways at a rate which will show well over 56,000 victims when the final figures are available," Bob Mortell of McHenry, president of the McHenry County Association of Independent Insurance Agents, said. Quoting figures made available by the Insurance Information institute, Mortell said that the final toll may reach 56,750 traffic deaths. "It is unbelievable that we can allow this slaughter to continue," Mortell added. "The previous record of 56,000 deaths in 1969 was considered a deviation, particularly when the total dropped by 1,400 the next year, but it wasn't. A look at the figures over the last ten years shows a definite upward trend." He cited the death of forty people in motor vehicle ac­ cidents here in McHenry county during 1972 and said, "This is too high." "There is only one answer to this terrible problem and it rests with the average citizen," he said. "If people don't mind all these deaths and injuries, if they don't mind paying higher premiums for auto insurance, then they can forget it all. "If they do care, then they must demand that the state Legislature enact strict traffic laws, that police enforce them rigidly and the courts think of the rights of the dead motorists and not the killer driver. In this area, public protest cannot be too strong. (Continued on page 20) on the difference between the property's market value and its productivity value for the three years before the sale. Passage of Skinner's con­ stitutional amendment and accompanying assessment tax rollback bill would leave the rstion of whether to continue present practice of forcing home owners to subsidize vacant land owners up to local county boards or commissions. He would not change the provision that makes it un­ constitutional for farm land to be assessed higher than houses. If the present constitution is not changed to allow classification of real estate for property tax purposes, Skinner believes it quite possible that home owners may revolt and demand that their assessments be at the same low percentage of fair market value as are the (Continued on page 20) Two pretty young ladies with a Job to do are Nancy Kuhlman, 1 , 9 °* Girl Scout Troop 190 and Cheryl Johnson of Troop 436. I nOKlPK I OdKIPS Their task is selling as many boxes of Girl Scout cookies as ' possible before the deadline date Saturday, March 3. Mrs. ? _ Robert Weber of Waukegan road, McHenry, Valley View Girl Criri tSCOllt 1 lifzTTiB Scout neighborhood Cookie chairman, said there is still time ^ to place orders. The girls are pictured with the attractive boxes. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD