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MUSIN" N' MEANDERIN" (Continued from page 1) and paying, year after yeai\ "Unc" had his feelings hurt when just this once we asked for 3 refund. Intentionally or not, he managed to keep the money flowing for a healthy economy. It might have been a good idea if it hadn't been our money traveling around to prove our honesty. And so we start 1974 with the healthy respect we have always had for this famous uncle. If you never believed it before, it's so. You can't lick him, so join him!, If nothing more, this little dissertation serves to remind us of the wisdom of a little advice we heard that contains food for thought: "A sure way to keep crime from paying is to let the Government run it". '-^4^-L. If this old world seems a bit unsteady these days, take solace in the knowledge that it Was always so. Even New Year's day has not always been Jan. 1. The Athenians began their year in June, the Romans in March and the Macedonians in September. One Egyptian record shows July 19 as New Year's day, once upon a time. And if the actions of people today interest us either for their ingenuity or odd ball quality, be content in the knowledge that it was ever thus. In 1781, on New Year's day, U?S. soldiers marched on Congress to protest poor pay and living conditions (Congress fled town before they arrived, however, which speaks well for the courage of politicians today). Jan. l, 1673, saw the beginning of mail service between New York and Boston (stagecoach, 4 days; and Jan. 1 of year 1,000 found many Christians expecting the end of the world so definitely that they gave away all their belongings - -and waited. K.A.F. McHENRY COUNCIL VIEWS VARIOUS SNOW PROBLEMS (Continued from page 1) Alderman Jack Pepping noted that one of the Council's main concerns was for pedestrians. However, in reading from the new law, Pepping stated that a motorist must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. He hoped that the police would vigilantly enforce that provision. Meyer was instructed to alert police to watch the in­ tersections at 120 and 31 South and 120 and 31 North. The Council felt problems might ccur at these two locations. Clerk Walsh reported that two donations had been made to the McHenry Police depart­ ment Pension fund. McHenry Savings and Loan association contributed $250 and the McHenry State Barik donated $500. Letters accompanying the donations thanked the police department for their courteous service and fine cooperation in the past year. On the recommendation of the Sewer and Water com­ mittee, approval was given to purchase equipment for the sewer plant which monitors the temperature of the final ef­ fluent before it goes into the river. Cost of the monitoring device as $1,149. The equipment is needed to meet state requirements/ ^ * ---r-- A letter was read from John E . Looze stating that all work on the Lakeland Park Special Assessment project was now completed after "five years of sweat". Mayor Stanek instructed Walsh to send a letter to Looze in appreciation for the ex­ cellent job he had done on the sewer project. The Council authorized payment of $1,815.79 to Harlem Bartholomew and Associates for professional consulting services in up-dating the comprehensive plan for the City of McHenry. Approval was given to the Easter Seal society to hold its annual tag day Saturday, April 6. This function is conducted by the Rotary club. The next meeting of the Council will be held Monday, Jan. 7, at 8 p.m. in City Hall. FourCharges Filed Against McHenry Man Richard Woolwine of 3907 John street, McHenry, was arrested by city police officers early Sunday morning and four charges were lodged against him. When authorities found his car pass through two-stop lights and run onto the curb, he was stopped and charged with reckless driving, disobeying two red lights and driving while intoxicated. The incident oc­ curred at 2:35 a.m. on Elm street. Woolwine was taken to county jail, with another charge pending. He will appear in Branch 3 court Feb. 20. West Shore Beach Connie Schmidt 385-7841 VETERANS MEET The next meeting of the McHenry Barracks No 1315, of the Veterans of World War I will be held Thursday, Jan. 3, at 2 p.m. at the American Legion clubhouse on Ringwood road. Warn Children Lake Unsafe For lee Skating It's been a grand vacation for the children apd a busy and festive holida^for the adults. The snow/welcomed many snowmobifers and tobogganers as well ,as stalled cars and slippery streets. But the skaters have been waiting patiently for a big freeze on McCullom Lake. School's out and Santa brought new skates. Mom and dad want to dust off their skates too. Beware of thin ice and hope that a week of zero and below temperatures freeze the open springs on our lake. Moving water takes longer to freeze over and still may remain quite thin. Parents must caution children of this ice hazard. Let's inform our children of a few Red Cross safety rules that can be followed if an accident does occur. Some things to remember are: 1) if and when ice does break through, do not attempt to climb out immediately. 2) Kick feet to the surface to avoid the body going beneath the ice on which you are holding. 3( Stay in a prone position and squirm your way onto unbroken ice even if the ice continues to break before you. 4) For per­ sons living near the lake have an extension ladder with a line attached that may be pushed toward a person in trouble. 5) Other skaters stay away from an accident area. 6) Use any extension equipment such as: ropes, boards, tree limbs, or a human chain. Please inform yourselves and your children that knowing and recognizing safe ice conditions is the only way to prevent unnecessary accidents. HOLIDAY TRAVELS With the season of Christmas and the coming New Year everybody has places to go and people to see. Here are some of the dinners and visits enjoyed by residents of our own com­ munity. Chet and Lyall Andersen hosted mom, Stella Reid, from Chicago for a Christmas visit and then went to their niece's, Carol Funken of Des Plaines, to gather with the rest of the family. Ed andJSrna Piatt spent the Sunday before Christmas at their daughter's home in LaGrange, Ernie and Frank Krauses and a fine dinner was eaten in the home of their grandson, Jeff, and Nancy Kraus. Batavia was the Christmas Eve stop at the home of their granddaughter, Christine, and her husband. Mickey and Karen Schaefer entertained Karen's mom and dad, Frank and Isabelle Kellner, and her Grandma, Amanda Freund, who will be 78 this April. Brother Kirby and the rest of the Kellners from McHenry joined in the fun and were pleased to be dinner guests too. Boyd and Betty Knaack drove to fnom and dads in McHenry, George and Elizabeth Krickl, who cooked for their five children and families. It was also enjoyed by the Knaack grandchildren: Diane and her husband-to-be, * Larry Giurlani,; Boyd, Jr., and Pat Lynott, and Jim with Camy Steiner. Fred, Connie and Stacey Sch­ midt visited Grandma Rbinson in Kimmell, Ind., over the Christmas holiday. They also enjoyed the company of Mr. and Mrs. John Robinson, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Heffner and family, and the Karl Gorsuch family. CLUB MEETING Let's start the year right be attending the Women's Auxiliary in our subdivision. More active participation is needed by new members from the community. Why not join us this Thursday, Jan. 3, at Katherine Aissen's. The 2 IMPORTANT REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD SAVE AT McHenry Savings W AMD LOAN ASSOCIATION W McHENRY SAVINGS I t ten iiiMiitntJ 1. HIGHEST RATES IN TOWN. McHenry Savings offers you a wide range of savings plans geared to your particular needs. Our plans go all the way up to 1VA%, from a basic passbook rate of 5% per annum. 2. NEW DAY-IN, DAY-OUT INTEREST. Now at McHenry Savings, we pay you interest on everyday you have funds with us. Even if you leave your savings for just a few days, your money is woiking for you. COME IN ... talk to the friendly savings experts at McHeniy Savings. Let us explain how you get the most for your money. Put that bonus check or any other "windfall" to work for you now. v/*% CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT ($5,000 Minimum, 4 Year Maturity) 7% CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT ($1,000 Minimum, 4 Year Maturity) Federal regulations require that certificate withdrawals prior to maturity earn the regular passbook rate less 90 days interest. If Deposits insured to $20,000 by I'ederal Savings & Loan Insurance lorp. SERVING ALL OF GREATER McHENRV COUNTY McHenry Savings ̂ W AND LOAN ASSOCIATIONI^V V M CHENRY SAVINGS meeting starts at7:30 p.m. witn games and refreshments provided. Make it a new year's resolution to help the Women's auxiliary begin 1974's ventures. BE CREATIVE Meet Betty Knuth who has been spending her time making gifts for the Christ­ mas season. She busies herself by painting, mak­ ing yarn dogs and de­ signing foot stools from tin cans. Her ideas and talents are only enjoyed by relatives and friends as she does not sell her goods. We're glad to have such a creative artist among our midst. SEE YOU SOON Farewell to the Curt Erickson family who is moving from our subdivision a stone's throw away to Lakeland Park. Sorry to see you leave us Curt, Cindy, Steve, Julie and Gary as you were great neighbors. However, we're happy it's not too far away. Our loss will certainly be Lakeland Park's gain. Good luck in your new home! LOST DOG A little six or eight month old puppy was found on Or- chardway Drive last Friday. She's white underneath with a medium brown topcoat. Her height is about two feet high. Call 385-4919 for information if you recognize your pet. PERSONALS Former neighbors of Mrs. Schopp would like to welcome her back to the McCullom Lake V.A. NEWS More college students have already received educational benefits under the current G.I. bill than were trained during the entire World War II G.I. bill program, Donald E. Johnson, administrator of Veterans Affairs, reports. During October, Johnson said, nearly 801,000 G.I. bill college students were enrolled. This surge * pushed the cumulative total during the seven years since the newest G.I. bill was enacted to 2,258,158 trainees. • College enrollments during the entire twelve years of the World War II G.I. bill num­ bered 2,230,000. The total for the seven year program under the Korean G.I. bill was 1,158,109. College trainees under the current G.I. bill include 91,312 area. She formerly lived in West Shore Beach and is now residing close by in Lakeland Park. Stop over and see your friends sometime. Happy homecoming to Mrs. Giddings, who was receiving tests in Woodstock Hospital between the holiday break. She's doing just fine and wants everyone to know that everyone was concerned. Belated birthday wishes to Kimberly Schaefer who was 3 years old on Dec. 5 and also to Joe Finiello who wishes he was sixteen again on Dec. 19. And a very happy New Year to you all! PAGE 15 - PLAINPEALER-WEPNESPAV. JANUARY 2. 1974 and 2,166,846 jumped to 50.7 percent for the serviceman veterans. Military personnel on active duty were not eligible for training under the two earlier G.I. bills. The number pf college trainees in the present G.I. bill program is expected to far outstrip the World War II college trainee total in the years to come since Vietnam era veterans have eligibility for eight years following release from service. In terms of percentage of all G.I. bill trainees who trained at the college level, Johnson noted, only 28.6 percent of the World War II veterans went to college. That percentage Korean G.I. bill, and to date stands at 56.1 percent fof Vietnam era veterans. A major reason for Jiie big-' increase in college^ level training today^tHevA ad­ ministrator added,, is the higher level of pre-service education attained »by present day veterans. During World War II only 38.5 percent of servicemen had completed high school. Some 85 percent of the Vietnam era servicemen were high school graduates, and thousands of others were able to complete high school training under military educational programs while in service. CHOW TIME . . . Second Lt. Carl A. 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