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'm.4 mm m mim VOLUME 97 NUMBER 63 1 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 1973 18 PAGES & ONE SUPPLEMENT THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875 Hospital On The Move Nutrition Week Thin Ice Claims Two Lives Priest, Boy Drown Review Revenue Sharing For Highway Commissioners Clarence Eegner of McHenry, Louis Schachtner of Grafton, Edward Brunschon of Coral and LeRoy Geske of Nunda were among county road commissioners attending the fifty-ninth annual Tran­ sportation and Highway Engineering conference held at the University of Illinois in Urbana. A detailed explanation of revenue sharing was presented by Jarl Trammel, program assistance officer, Department of Local Government Affairs, Springfield. Trammel explained that township allotments are based on a formula based on population, the general tax effort factor and the relative income of these units. LeeaLgovernment units must use funds for what the statute defines as high priority ex­ penditures. All revenue sharing funds must be accounted for in a separate budget. The supervisor and town board of auditors in each township make decisions on how the money will be budgeted and spent. The goal of revenue sharing is for specific purposes such as urban community development. Regner said more details concerning revenue sharing funds will be received in the near future. Two persons lost their lives by drowning last weekend when they fell through thin ice which covered ponds. Father John Grebowski, resident priest at St. Joseph's Novitiate Catholic seminary, 2710 Country Club road, Ridgefield, drowned Saturday morning while trying to rescue his 150-pound German Shepherd that had fallen through thin ice covering a pond at the seminary. Two nuns and a sixteen-year- old girl had gone to a pond at the rear of the property with three dogs. The large dog ran out onto the thin ice and fell through. Father Grebowski was summoned and he went out onto the pond in a small boat. When he tried to pull the dog into the craft, it capsized on top of him. One of the nuns dived into the water and pulled the priest from under the boat. She at­ tempted to support him until help arrived but was unable to do so because of the icy water which numbed her arms. She managed to maneuver the priest to the edge of the ice where the girl helped support his head. The Woodstock Rescue squad arrived at the scene and one of the members, Dale Brown of Woodstock, crawled onto the ice carrying a lifeline which he attached to the priest. As another rescue squad member, Stephen Smith of Woodstock, joined the rescue effort, the ice broke again. The nun, the girl and two squad members all plunged into the water. Rescue efforts were finally completed when all were pulled to shore by the life-line and taken to Memorial hospital for treatment. Father Grebowski was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital. The dog was later rescued by McHenry County Sheriff's police. Thirteen-year-old Mark D. Garman of 717 Deitz street, Marengo, drowned Saturday afternoon about 5 o'clock when he fell through the ice on a pond located at the corner of Route 20 and Meyers road, west of Marengo. The v.ctim and four of his friends were playing on the frozen pond when the ice broke and the five fell into the water. All reached shore except the Garman boy. The. Marengo Rescue squad, along with scuba divers from the area, aided in the search. The boy's body was recovered within an hour after rescue operations began. Motorists Hurt In Three Area Crashes Last Weekend Schedule Lenten Rites Mrs. Isabel Brody, left, therapeutic dietician at McHenry hospital, and Mrs. June Madden, administrative dietician, take a look at one of the meals under preparation at the hospital. The two ladies were taking speciaii notf of the importance of good nutrition in the diet during National Nutrition Week, now being observed. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD People are becoming gradually aware of the im­ portance of good nutrition and its effect on the well-being of each person, Mrs. June Madden, administrative dietitian at McHenry hospital, said this week. She made her comment as she discussed National Nutrition Week which extends through this Saturday, a week devoted to urge all citizens to learn how essential adequate nourishment is to physical health and general well-being. "Good nutrition should be an integral part of our daily routine," said Mrs. Madden. "Our food habits are established at a young age. They are affected by ethnic, family and social and economic backgrounds. Good nutrition begins with the mother's pregnancy." To help call attention to this need for greater awareness of concentration on what one eats and how much, Gov. Dan Walker has issued a proclamation. McHenry Mayor Don Doherty has joined in the call for observance of Nutrition Week throughout the nation. Registered dietitians such as Mrs. Madden and Mrs. Isabel (Continued on page 18) David S. Diedrich of 2405 W. Mehring avenue, McHenry, was taken to McHenry hospital by the Johnsburg Rescue squad following a one-car accident near the intersection of Bay and Weingart roads, northeast of McHenry. The accident occurred Friday evening about 11:25 p.m. Diedrich was east-bound on Bay road and told deputies he didn't remember anything concerning the accident other than hitting the guard on the right side of the roadway and going into an uncontrollable skid. Diedrich was reported in satisfactory condition by hospital authorities Monday morning. He was ticketed by deputies for failure to drive on the right side of the road. Raymond E. Piel of 5119 Wonder Woods drive, Wonder Lake, was reported in satisfactory condition at Memorial hospital, where he was taken by the Woodstock Rescue squad Saturday morning about 6:15. Piel was south-bound on Franklinville road when he came to a dead-end, crossed Route 176, hit an embankment and bounced through the air for 31 feet before landing in a field. Piel was ticketed for failuure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Two McHenry people were 72,000 Pounds Of Paper Collected First Drive Spring winged its way over McHenry last Thursday when thousands of high flying geese ushered in a new season along with the first of March. The calendar may not agree, but we'll go along with the weatherman and the geese any time. But lest anyone thinks Spring is nothing but balmy breezes and beautiful blooms, a word of caution. We have always been unalterably drawn to those attractive punch and grow plant starter kits. So it was ten days ago when we plunked down 79 cents, plus tax, and left the store with a smile of satisfaction. After all, what we lacked in the talent of a Luther Burbank, we more than made up for in enthusiasm. We could hardly contain our zeal until the moment we could brief ourself on the simple directions. Well aware of our lack of patience, we had followed the cardinal rule which is to be sure the "How to" instructions are not beyond the limited knowledge of an amateur horticulturist. As we pondered a carefully prepared start at producing living plants, we could almost detect the aroma of that bright red tomato which kept staring back at us from the box cover. No. 1 instruction said to "Punch". It was our good luck that a picture accompanied the instructions so we used a pencil. No. II suggestion was that we water (300M1.). Whoops! Oh (Continued on page 18) A monumental 72,000 pounds of newspapers, magazines and corrugated cardboard were accumulated at the McHenry Market Place for the first of the monthly paper drives held locally. The largest contributor in February was the Knights of Columbus lodge, which added 5V2 pick-up truck loads of well bundled newspapers and magazines to the collection. However, even the smallest of bundles is appreciated. The McHenry County Defenders encourage the public to bundle newspapers, magazines and corrugated cardboard separately and in cross tied bundles, for the stacks must be handled three or four more times before the recycling process is finished. The Defenders would be happy to provide all the rope that is needed so that secure bundles which can be handled easily can be made. The rope can be picked up the day of the drive as many peoplfe did in February. Corrugated card­ board boxes can be cut down and packed tightly into other corrugated boxes and brought to the collection site that way. A paper drive will be held the last Saturday of each month, the next one set for March 24. The Bull Valley Doers 4-H club provided the labor for the first collection. Groups working on the drives not only provide a service for themselves by earning funds for the treasury, but at the same ti ne help the environment through assuring that newspapers will be recycled. Any group that would like to work on one of the future drives, or has questions should contact the McHenry County Defenders representative at 385-8512. Sheriff Urges Caution Due To Thin Ice Sheriff Arthur Tyrrell an­ nounced Monday that a check of the ice in the county shows it to be in extremely dangerous condition. "There have been two un­ fortunate deaths this past weekend due to the bad ice. I urge all citizens of this community to take extreme caution whenever allowing their children to go oiit onto the ice", Tyrrell continued. Because of the unusual amount of rain, fast moving currents have caused thin ice pockets on rivers and lakes throughout the community. slightly injured in a two-car accident Sunday morning about 12:30 at the intersection of Routes 31 and 12, near Rich­ mond. Richard D. Spears of 207 N. Green street, McHenry, and his passenger, Vicky A. Koehler of 2916 Idyll Dell road, McHenry, were south bound on Route 12 when a car driven by Jon P. Sams of Route 4, Lake Geneva, entered the intersection without stopping and the cars collided. Sams stated he didn't see the stop sign due to the heavy fog. The Koehler auto was totalled in the collision. Sams' auto sustained about $1,000 in damage. A two-car accident Thursday afternoon at the intersection of River and Burnett roads, south of Holiday Hills, resulted in a ticket for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident being issued to Dorothy Ann Milano of 341 W. Terra Cotta, Crystal Lake. Driver of the other auto, Patricia N. McCarroll of 1933 N. Woodlawn Park, McHenry, was stopped at the intersection waiting for oncoming traffic to clear in order to make a left turn when the collision oc­ curred. Ms. Milano was south-bound on River road when she saw the auto stopped in front of her. She applied her brakes and slid into the rear of the McCarroll auto. Disaster Loans Top $20 Million Robert A. Dwyer, mid- western regional director of the Small Business administration, said that preliminary agency reports indicate that more than $20 million in disaster loan applications were filed with his office as a result of August and September floods in the Chicago area. According to these reports, Dwyer said, 5,420 home loan applications were made for $16,138,139. Business loan applications totaled 205 for $4,080,740, he added. The deadline for disaster loan filing was Dec. 31, Dwyer ex­ plained. He said approval thus far has been given 3,692 of the home loan applications for $10,016,100 and 113 of the business ap­ plications for $1,078,100. Processing of the remaining loans continues, Dwyer said. He said 9,691 interviews were conducted by his staff with flood victims, starting Aug. 29 when portions of the Chicago area were declared a disaster area and thus became eligible for SBA disaster relief aid. An SBA disaster declaration subsequently was made ap­ plicable to all of Cook, DuPage and Kane counties and thereafter was amended to cover not only victims of the August flooding, but those of the storms which struck the three counties Sept. 17-18. Yet another SBA declaration cited McHenry county and Lake county, 111., thus permitting aid from the agency to be made available in those counties to victims of the September storm and subsequent flooding by the Fox river. Vacant House Gutted By Fire A house in the Steuben camp, Lakemoor, was completely gutted by fire which spread through the vacant building Saturday afternoon. The McHenry Township Fire department was called to the &ene at 2:18, but it was im­ possible to drive anything but the grass fire truck to the home. Fire Chief Glenn Peterson, who made no estimate of damage, said it had been vacant since Hans Lederhuse, a caretaker, died last fall. (Continued on page 18) McHenry area churches are making plans for Lenten rites which begin Ash Wednesday, March 7. The penitential season will be concluded Easter Sunday, April 22. FAITH PRESBYTERIAN At Faith Presbyterian church, the lenten services each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. will feature .a series of sermons entitled "The Jerusalem Five". Their topics and tests are as follows: March 11, "Prelude: Were You There?" on Acts 2:23; March 18, "The Establishment Man" on John 11:50, March 25, "Law and Order" on Matthew 27:24; April 1, "The Man Who Plays Harrison Band Will Present March Concert Richard Mikus, supervisor of Music at Harrison school in Wonder Lake, announces the Mid-Winter concert is set for 7:30 p.m. in the school gym­ nasium Sunday, March 11. Several of the ensembles and soloists who were in the solo and ensemble contest held Feb. 24 at Harrison school, will perform their numbers at this concert. The concert band, which will be taking part in the district contest March 24 will play some of the selections which they will be taking to contest. An en­ joyable evening is in store for all. The director extends an in­ vitation to all to hear some very fine young musicians. Games" on Luke 23:8, and April 8, "The Obedient Military" on Luke 23:8. In conjunction with these services there will be a KEY 73 Bible study on Luke led by Elder Orval Lucier on the Tuesday of March 6, 13, 20, 27 and April 3 and 10, each at 8 p.m. This discussion will cover from Luke 9:51 to the end of the book. ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC In addition to the 7 and 8 o'clock morning Masses on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick Catholic church, there will be evening Masses at 7 and 8:15 p.m. Ashes will be distributed at all Masses. Woman Dies Of Burns In Home Fire An Island Lake woman who suffered third degree burns over 80 per cent of her body, died Saturday, March 3, in Evanston hospital. Mrs. Rcba Crill, 70, of 4817 Roberts road was transferred to Evanston from McHenry hospital following a fire in her home Feb. 26. Her daughter, Helen June Newman, who resides at the same address, extinguished the flames, which were confined to the mattress. The death is under in­ vestigation by the Cook county coroner's office Services were conducted at 11 o'clock Tuesday at the Island Lake funeral home. Burial was in Prairie Grove cemetery. The lenten schedule for the six-week period will include week day Masses, Monday through Saturday, at 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday Masses will be at 5 and 7 p.m. and the regular Sunday schedule also will be followed. FIRST UNITED METHODIST On Wednesday, March 14, at 7:30 p.m., the W.S.C.S. of the First United Methodist church will host the service and Mrs. Harry P. Stinespring will present the play, "Family Portrait". The story of Jesus and his family will be enjoyed by the entire family, all of whom are encouraged to at­ tend. On Wednesday, March 21 and 28, April 4, 11 and 18, lenten services will be from 7 to 8 p.m. Sunday mornings during Lent, services will be held from 9:30 to 10:15, with the pastor preaching on the theme, "Sufferings of Jesus from Bethlehem to Calvary". The Ash Wednesday service will be from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. the sermon will focus on that special Christian day - the first day of Lent. ST. PAUL'S EPISCOPAL At St. Paul's Episcopal church, the Ash Wednesday service will include holy Eucharist at 9:30 a.m. and a sung Eucharist at 7:30 in the evening. Ashes will be given at both services. On the same day, and also Wednesday, March 14, there will be house Eucharists in the evening in private homes. Special instructions on church and Biblical subjects will be given Sunday mornings during Lent. (Continued on page 18) Police-PubKc Relations Seminar C.J. Flammang of the Police Training institute faculty team is shottn addressing the police-community relations seminar held at the city hall Thursday. Members of neighboring police departments took part in the interesting and informative meeting. i STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD A seminar to help provide good public relations between the police department, the schools and community was held at the McHenry city hall Thursday of last week. The seminar was part of a police study course in which Robert Zujewski of the local depart­ ment is enrolled. Invitations were extended to neighboring police depart­ ments, school administrators, aldermen and bank personnel. Both the morning and af­ ternoon sessions featured lectures, films and question and answer sessions. Conducting the seminar were Professors Chris Flammang and Sid Burrell of the University of Illinois Police Training institute. Zujewski returned to McHenry recently after completing the first half of a four-week police- community relations officers' course on the Urbana- Champaign campus. He will return for a two-week wrap-up April 9-20. LEGION BIRTHDAY McHenry Post 491, American Legion, will celebrate its bir­ thday at a party planned Saturday, March 17, at the post home. There will be a pot-luck supper at 7 p.m.