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15® Q THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER X 15 "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION"> SINCE 1875 VOLUME 96 NUMBER 32 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 1973 2 SECTIONS- 22 PAGES Elect Chamber Officers, Set Goals Expect Adequate Amount With the advent of longer evenings, more hours spent before the television is the general rule in most households. It sets us to thinking once again that this great media invention of the twentieth century could offer much more service than it does. It was a post-war decision that turned over the thirteen major television channels to commercial interests, with none retained to serve the general welfare. The folly of this move becomes more ap­ parent with each passing day. Only three television net­ works now control the content of what goes into the living rooms of most of us--children included. And this content is largely controlled by a com­ paratively small group of executives in the East whose goal is to make a profit. It doesn't seem too much to expect that the miracle of television should also have been utilized to uplift the standards and knowledge of viewers. The fundamental error seems to have been the assumption by Congress and the executive branch of government in the immediate post-war years that television stations would spring up around the country as newspapers did long ago. While the stations appeared, their news and entertainment content soon became largely that of one of the three net­ works. There is no doubt that television is more show business than a news media, and! the cost of production prevents most small stations from producing many shows. It limits the time available for news and forces news com­ mentators to select only a limited number of items for (Continued on page 11) School Approves Contract For Year's Gasoline Supply A new contract to supply gasoline for public school buses and other vehicle needs at a price of 33.4 cents per gallon was approved by the board of District 15 in session Tuesday night. The contract with Hester Oil company becomes effective Dec. 1 and extends through Nov. 30 of next year. Letters had been sent to numerous suppliers on Oct. 17, seeking bids. Of the eleven contacted, only the Hester bid was received. It was noted that the approximate usage for buses owned by both the grade and high school districts is 9,500 gallons per month. The bid was approved with the understanding that any price rise would amount to an increase on the wholesale rather than the retail level. In a conversation held later with Supt. Robert Boos, he said there is no reason at this time to anticipate that buses will not run as usual throughout the school year. However, Dr. Boos added that it might be necessary at some later date to consolidate bus stops. The superintendent com­ mented that the district plans to make every effort to con­ serve in all areas, when possible. Memos have been sent to principals of the var­ ious grade schools, asking that electric power be used only when children are in the classroom. No shutdown of heat had been ordered to date. A review was made of short questionnaires returned from unsuccessful bidders on the 1973-74 milk requirements for the district. They were sent to various bidders to determine if Spinney Run Farms' escalator clause is warranted. Answers convinced the board that Spinney Run had not been in violation of contract. Because of state Legislature action to recognize Memorial day May 30, as it existed prior to 1971, the board found it necessary to revise its calen- Area Mayors To Name Five For NIPC Board Five commissioners of the Northeastern Illinois Planning commission (NIPC) will be elected Saturday, Nov. 17, by an assembly of suburban mayors and village presidents. The assembly will start at 10 a.m. at the O'Hare Inn, Man­ nheim Road and Higgins road, Rosemont. Direct representation of suburban mayors on NIPC is the result of new Illinois legislation. All five com­ missioners chosen by the assembly must be elected of­ ficials of municipalities (other than Chicago) within Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will counties. No more than two may be from any one county. Thus a village trustee or village clerk could be chosen; but only mayors and village presidents may vote Nov. 17. Each member of the assembly will cast a vote weighted in proportion to the voter turnout in his suburb at the general election a year ago. The NIPC commissioners chosen will serve four-year terms. The assembly will meet again every four years. dar. As a result, the ad­ ministration recommended that the snow day originally scheduled for May 24 be changed to Friday, May 31, which still permits a four-day holiday weekend. At the request of Board President Henry Nell, a discussion was held on the extent of insurance coverage for individual board members who might be involved in a personal law suit. It was decided that a meeting should be arranged between the board and the insurance agent for a clearer understanding. Approval was given to participation by the district in five special programs which had previously been included in the 1973-74 budget. These were Tide I, II and III, ESEA, Vocational and Gifted programs. Following executive session, the board acted to employ Delores Ann Miller as recep­ tionist-secretary at the central administration office. Mem­ bers also accepted the resignation of Priscilla Fossum from that position. A resolution was recognizing teachers' efforts, (Continued on page U"> NIPC is an advisory agency on region-wide coordination of transportation, land use, pollution control, housing and social services. In addition to the five com­ missioners elected by the* Mayors' assembly, the Governor appoints five, the Mayor of Chicago appoints five, the boards of the Chicago Transit Authority and Metropolitan Sanitary district each appoint one, and each County Board chairman ap­ points one County board member except Cook, which appoints three. Fly-Up Ceremony For 11 Brownies It was a big day in the life of eleven young Brownie Scouts last week when Troop 436 observed Girl Scout Re-dedication. The eleven fly-ups were Sue Smith, Sue Bolger, Cheryl Martin, Julie Glosson, Kerri Krause, Kathy Sharp, Eileen Smith, Lynn Weis, Cindy Lawler, Jill Holthusen and Missy Dowe. They walked through the arch of roses with their big sisters to become Junior Scouts, a ceremony that means one more step into Girl Scouting. Troop leaders are Mrs. Emma Doering, Mrs. Barbara Martin and Mrs. Kitty O'Neil. Shown above are Fly-up Eileen Smith, right, and her big sister, Colleen Martin. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD New Chamber of Commerce officers for 1973-74 are shown Sheridan, vice-president; Jim McKinley, new board mem- following their election last Monday night, held at Sasha's in ber; Dave Benrud, president; Frank Colomer and Dave Johnsburg. From left, are Rick Lane, treasurer; Ken Dolby, new board members. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD David Benrud was reelected at Monday night's annual election meeting of the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce to head that organization for the second year. Other newly elected of­ ficers are Ken Sheridan, vice- president; and Rick Lane, treasurer. Officers were named by the board following the election of three new directors. They were Frank Colomer, David Dolby and Jim McKinley. Mike Brown was reelected for another term. These men will join Duane Hauk, Ann Zeller, Tom Miller, Jim Wegener, Ed Samen, Tom Wall, Tom Low, Jerry Adair, George Zinke and the new officers in making up the Chamber board. Benrud presented a review of accomplishments during the past year and particularly recognized the work of the Mayor and City Council con­ cerning city improvements. Briefly, he outlined the sewerage plant completion, Highway 120 improvements, the Lakeland park sewer project and new lighting of streets in the business districts. The Chamber president also took a look into the future and enumerated changes he would like to see take place in the year ahead. These include establish­ ment of a Better Business Bureau, new Chamber offices and an Industrial committee to make a survey of the area, including job and land availability, plus dn over-all view of the employment pic­ ture. Parking was also a matter he listed for high priority. Among reports, Ms. Zeller commented on new members and prospective members contacted during the year. Lane gave a brief resume of the Trade Fair. Other reviewed activities were Marine Festival, the annual dinner dance and golf day. A discussion was also held on information concerned with the Retail committee. Fred Meyer told of events involving the city, after which Gordon Smith of Com­ monwealth Edison made an informative report on the energy crisis and what can be expected in the future. Smith suggested that perhaps lighted Christmas decorations can be used this year, but urged the C. of C. to look to Chicago for guidance and follow that city's example. An announcement was made regarding a new dues structure for 1974. It was explained that the board felt there have been inequities in the past. The new structure is expected to remedy that situation in a way that will be fair to members in small and large business operations. Hold Two Men For Kane Police On Theft Charge Auto Crash Causes Only Minor Injuries Patricia Boelkow of 25 Genesi, Wauconda was slightly injured while riding in a car driven by Richard J. Boelkow of the same address, which was involved in an accident Sunday noon. Ms. Boelkow was taken to McHenry hospital by the McHenry Rescue squad. Boelkow stated he was stopped at Front and Elm streets. When the light turned green, he proceeded straight ahead and was struck from the rear by an auto driven by Susan L. Honning of 401 Mineral Springs road, McHenry. Miss Honning was adjusting her rear view mirror when contact took place. Andrew Fossum of 4914 Barnard Mill road, Ringwood. was cited for operating in violation of restriction following an accident Thursday afternoon at the corner of Green and Elm. Fossum had parked his auto in a parking space and opened the door to leave the auto when a car driven by Patricia J Hanson of 3204 Vista Terrace, McHenry, pulled into the space next to him and ran into his door. A ticket for failure to yield right-of-way was issued to Barbara J. Brand of 2904 N. Hickory, McHenry, following a two-car accident Wednesday afternoon about 2 o'clock at the intersection of Richmond and Pearl street. Ms. Brand was stopped on Pearl and started to pull out. She saw an auto driven by Christine Sodano of 7704 Carlton, Spring Grove, making a turn onto Pearl when contact was made. Joseph F. Wurm of 5510 W. Lake Shore drive, Wonder Lake, was ticketed by sheriff's deputies for failure to yield at a stop intersection after he hit a car driven by Frank W. Buitt- ner of 5713 S. Briarwood drive. Crystal Lake. The accident occurred late Wednesday af­ ternoon at the intersection of (Continued on page 11) A McHenry man and a Crystal Lake man were taken into custody Monday morning about 4:30 and held for Kane county authorities on theft charges. The men are Richard E. Steinsdoerfer of 3015 Riverside drive, McHenry, charged with open liquor in a motor vehicle, and Grand Rammein of 25 S. Virginia street, Crystal Lake, arrested for open liquor in a motor vehicle and driving while license was suspended. Steinsdoerfer's bond was set at $50 and Rammein's at $1,050. They will appear in court Dec. 6. The arrests took place after deputies heard an ISPERN (Illinois State Police Emergency Radio Network) broadcast alerting area of­ ficers that two persons were wanted for the theft of a Skelly service station on Rt. 20 and I- 90 in Kane county. McHenry county deputies later spotted the vehicle in question at the intersection of Rtes. 176 and 47, west of Crystal Lake. Launch Annual Drive For Children's Home Large Loss In Burglary Of McHenry Home When the Glen D. Andersons of 3108 W. Fairway drive, McHenry, returned home after a weekend trip Sunday night, they discovered their home had been burglarized. The home was entered through a basement door. Missing from the premises were a T.V. set, movie camera, cassette players, man's gold watch, currency and assorted coins. Five homes in the 5200 block of Cleveland drive, West Shore Beach subdivision west of McCullom Lake, were broken into recently. Walter Tokarz reported a 19- inch color television was taken from his summer home. A cuckoo clock and a pillow were taken from the Henry Koda residence. Emmanuel Semerau notified officials that a seven horsepower outboard motor was missing from his home along with a cuckoo clock and some candles. A toaster and a candy dish were taken from the Jasper Varvaro home. An attempt to enter the summer home of Thomas Kasper failed. James Huse of 3303 W. Lake Shore drive, Wonder Lake, reported that his home had been entered sometime Monday. When he returned from work, he discovered that a cassette player, speakers, binoculars and two cameras (Continued on page 11) The Woodstock Children's home is launching its annual drive, seeking money from McHenry county residents to supplement their funds to help this child care for forty neglected boys and girls. The 1973 fund drive total from McHenry county residents is $37,500, and Clifford Redding, executive director who issues this plea, offered this remin­ der: "The future of the forty to fifty children entrusted to us depend on the Woodstock Children's home for hope and security. These children come with emotional and social problems, the victims of broken homes and inadequate parents." Redding, head of the home for fifteen years, has speeded its shift from the orphanage concept to one of home-life -- through small cottages with houseparents. (Continued on page 11) Liquor Charges Filed Against Two Area Men Fred C. Rades of 4704 W. Wonder Lake road, Wonder Lake, was arrested by deputies Saturday morning about 2:15 and charged with five offenses. When deputies stopped the auto to warn the driver of the offense of loud mufflers, they discovered he was intoxicated. During investigation, it was determined that Rades was (Continued on page 11) Scout Troop 162 To Aid Recycling Effort The McHenry County Defenders, Boy Scout Troop 162, and the McHenry County College Activites board urge the public to increase efforts in recycling by passing the word to neighbors and friends who might not yet be in the recycling habit. This Saturday, Nov. 17, is the day to bring bundled and tied newspapers, cardboard and magazines to the McHenry Market Place parking lot. Members of the Boy Scouts will be on hand from 8:30 to 5:00 to help unload cars and distribute rope needed for next month's bundles. Cross-tie your bundles in stacks 8 to 10 inches high, making sure plastic bags are removed. Clean bottles and jars with lids and metal rings removed may be brought in, as also may metal cans, washed and flat­ tened, with labels removed. Clean, all aluminum cans and pie plates may be brought in but should be kept separate from the other cans. Those taking care of the bottle and can collection this month are members of the McHenry College Ski club. Bottles and cans are collected from 9 until noon only. Groups interested in taking on the responsibility of the paper drive for one month should contact Mrs. Wm. L. (Alice) Howenstine, McHenry County Defenders represen­ tative. WEST CAMPUS DRAMA - Final rehearsals were held Wednesday night for the play, "I Remember Mama", which will be presented Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 16, 17 and 18, in West campus auditorium at 8 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door. The cast includes, from left, Debbie Carlson, Tina Fendt, Chris Bassi. Danette Crawford, Kevin Weiss and Anita Arndt. STAFF PHOTO