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MCC TAX VOTE AUG. 20 (C ontinued from page 1) he first afternoon after the strike was over. "They worked overtime to do it" Garrett said Trustee Gerald Smith, who has been working on acquiring ewer agreements, moved that [II agreements be signed between property owners and the school district Smith said this was one of the last steps in the sewer project. In other business, the board approved bids to purchase equipment for the following departments: student services partitions*, $3,266; earth science, $569.79; Physics, $2,249.81; weight machine^ $3,095; spiral binding, $379; sign-graving, $434.95 i agriculture, $4,160.06; nurses' ude, $542.25; learning resource center, $3,000 and electronics equipment, $53,264.96. Prior to approval of the electronics equipment bid, a lengthy discussion was held between board members, staff members and two men from local industry who serve on the citizens' advisory committee for-^Jthe electronics program. Before approving such a large expenditure, the board questioned whether or not it was worthwhile to continue that program. Douglas Gordon of Coilcraft, Cary, and Art Drew of Oak Industries, Crystal Lake, two of the eight-man advisory committee, were present at the meeting to answer questions of hoard members. The board was informed that during the course of the past academic year, the Office of Instruction and Mr Meyer, the electronics instructor, had become aware of a critical deficiency in the electronics program. Meetings were held with local manufacturers, the advisory committee and students in an effort to ascertain the present effectiveness of the program. The consensus indicated that the college is not providing the students with enough physical problem solving experiences. The students are well versed in the theoretical aspects of electronics but they do not have the "hands-on" knowledge that is essential to the technician. Most companies do not provide any training to beginning technicians and therefore, MCC graduates are not readily employable. The two problem areas were listed as under-exposure to physical problem solving and restricted area of study. Both of these problems stem from a common factor, according to the staff, and that is the lack of adequate laboratory equipment. As now supplied, the lab is inadequate to present even a cursory examination of basic electronics theory. In a report presented to the board, it was noted that over the years, equipment has been donated to the college. It is usually of questionable value because the equipment is usually only marginally serviceable. Also, some of it is obsolete and in need of repairs. Shortage of the proper equipment has contributed to restricting program content to communications electronics, the report stated. This phase of electronics does not require as much equipment as the other phases. Also, many of the components are available by "cannibalizing" junk radio and televisionn sets. It was noted that this is basically how the existing program has survived to the degree it has. Dr. Davis said that high school counselors are advising students not to enter the college electronics program because of the lack of equipment. Two years ago, sixteen graduates from one high school alone enrolled in Chicago area technical schools in preference to McHenry County college, Davis noted. "We had a bad experience this year, too," Davis explained "We had a large industry in the area suggest that its employees take a correspondence course in electronics rather than take our course " Chairman of the board, Barbara Pautz, stressed that a decision had to be made immediately whether to go ahead with the program or cancel it. Dr. Davis, who appeared aggravated at the board's indecision on the matter, said the public passed a referendum two-and-one-half years ago and g£fve the college the money to establish such programs The college has been promising programs but every time a program is planned and brought before the board, nothing happens, Davis said "We have nickel and dimed ourselves to death. Prices of equipment are going up every day We are just kidding ourselves and the people we are offering the courses to by presenting programs with insufficient equipment," Davis argued Davis pointed out that "electronics could be one of our most vital programs because we have the industries here to support it ." "You hired me to tell you what is needed here but it's not SCREENING FOR HEART DEFECTS OFFERED JULY 31 (Continued from page 1) I he electrocardiometer has been described as a cross between a Lead I electrocardiograph and an analogue computer All that is necessary to obtain a reading is •he attachment of two clamps to the wrists which are linked to a device registering heart action. Screening on the machine usually takes less than a minute T h e s t a n d a r d electrocardiograph, estimated to be about 85 percent effective, is still the most efficient device known for the detection of heart disease It is more thorough, but more complicated than the electrocardiometer, since it requires partial disrobing, the attachment of electrodes to several parts of the body and from 15 to 18 minutes to read. For these reasons, the electrocardiograph does not lend itself readily to rapid screening of large numbers of people and a simpler device must be used. The electrocardiometer, while not infallible, is deemed well suited for screening. Dr Robert Foresman, Woodstock, of the McHenry County Heart association, said "No attempt to establish a diagnosis is made as a result of electrocardiometer screening or blood pressure screening, which will al§o ione. If screening indicates an abnormality is present, the screenee will be referred to his personal physician Mrs Eileen Hanson of Woodstock, chairman of the McHenry County Heart association's Community Service committee, said screening would include the taking of height and weight, blood pressure and a check on the electrocardiometer. She said, "The screening will be done on an assembly line basis and should take no more than five minutes per screenee once they have started through the stations. If an apparent abnormality is found, results will be made known only to the person being screened and a physician selected by him, if he so desires." Mrs. Hanson said a Coronary Care unit nurse from Memorial hospital would be in charge of the electrocardiometer most of the time it is in use. Dr. Foresman said, "There should be no cause for alarm at any time as a result of this screening. Many tyi>es of heart disease can be successfully treated by physicians and if your physician finds that you have high blood pressure, chances are excellent that it can be controlled " "The greatest danger," he said, "usually lies in not knowing that such diseases arc present and not undergoing treatment if they are present." COUNTY FAIR OPENS JULY 31 (Continued from page 1) which flew over Richmond, 111 Categories fall into eight departments--glass, pottery, porcelain, primitives, quilts, antique jewelry, museum pieces and miscellaneous. A total of $564 in prize money is being offered with $5 for first, $4 for second, $3 for third and ribbons for the next six places in a total of thirty-one classes Other Saturday attractions include a tractor pull in front of the grandstand at 11:30 a.m., a livestock auction at the pavilion at 1 o'clock and the demolition derby at the grandstand at 8 p.m. LIFE, America's foremost up and coming musical group, will be appearing at the fair Sunday evening, Aug 4 "The faces are young, the style is fresh, the values are traditional, the music is the best of the old and new," say their numerous fans. "They are not only performers; they are involvers. No audience can remain passive when under the influence of LIFE. These multi- talented performers bring music, humor and a message with professional polish and warmth - a rare combination." Also appearing that night, ( lav Hart, star of the Lawrence Welk TV show. Hart is an outstanding performer in the country western field He gained the nomination for the title of "country singer of the year" in 1969, the same year that he was signed with the Lawrence Welk show as a weekly feature His talents range from composing to playing the banjo and guitar to singing a rich baritone range He is said to have a great ability to reach and fully communicate with his audiences Both of these entertainment features will perform with two shows - 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. A complete fair schedule appears elsewhere in this issue. Plan Annual "Saufen Und Spiel" Sept. 15 The annual "saufen und spifl", sponsored by the Johnsburg Community club, will be held Sept. 15. I n d i v i d u a l s a n d organizations in the entire area are invited to take part. Floats are particularly sought from business firms, clubs and Horses In Limelight At County Fair "We will have a horse show second only to the Illinois State Fair," exclaims Chuck Weingart, president of the McHenry County Fair The variety of events and the number of enthusiastic people heading committee attests to the growing numbers of horses that will participate during the 1974 lair at Woodstock, July 31 Aug 4 More than 250 4-H boys and girls will vie in the 4-H horse show at 9 a m Wednesday, July 31. opening day of this twenty- sixth McHenry County Fair Two days of harness racing at new times-on the first two afternoons -wi II attract additional entries. A McHenry County Hunter and Jumper show - new this year--is^on Friday, Aug. 2, all day, starting at 8:30 a m and it is drawing from a large area. An All-Western Horse show is set for 9 a m Saturday, Aug. 3, headed by Norma Luedtke and Pat and David Grandt. A Junior Horse show Sunday, Aug 4. starts at 9:30 a.m. and this will be an all-dav event. Two full days will occupy many people who like ponies-a two- day Pony show Aug. 2 and 3. PAGE 15 - PLA1NDEALEE - WEDNESDAY. JULY II. 1914 Deaths VENA GUSTAFSON Mrs. Ivan (Vena) Gustafson, 56, 265 Parkwood road, Elgin, died July 25 in the Americana Nursing Center, Elgin She was born in Eagle River, Wis. , July 26, 1917. A former resident of McHenry for 20 years, Mrs. Gustafson had lived in Elgin for the past 7 years and was employed as a distribution clerk in the Fllgin Post Office for 44 years Among her survivors are her husband, Ivan; two daughters, Mrs. James (Elaine) Berryman, Lake Villa, Mrs. Joseph (Shirley) Keller, McHenry; five grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Harold (Frances) Johnson, Wheaton, Mrs. Harry (Lillian) Bieze, Evergreen Park; a brother, Irving Immonem, Santa Clara, Calif. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock at the Stout Funeral home, Elgin, with the Rev. Gary Allen, pastor of the First Assembly of God church, Elgin, officiating. Interment was in the River Valley Memorial Gardens, Rt 31, Dundee. m ENTERS PUDDENS - Pretty Beth Cable of Country Club Estates, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cable, is shown preparing her dog, Puddens, for the McHenry County Fair, which runs July 31 through Aug. 4. Beth is a member of the Modern Misses 4-H club. True Or False? Some girls don't have the legs for mini-skirts -- just the nerve! Easier To Replace? As a man's head gets bigger, the easier it is to fill his shoes! organizations for the 1 o'clock parade Interested persons are encouraged to contact Phillip Bartmann as soon as possible. HOST V ETERANS McHenry Barracks, No. 1315, Veterans of World War I, will meet Thursday, Aug. 1, at 2 p.m. at the Legion home, Ringwood road The local barracks will host the Ninth district meeting of the veterans and the auxiliaries Sunday, Aug 4, at 2 p.m. Harry Lock is in charge of arrangements, HOSPITAL NOTES MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WOODSTOCK Admittances to Memorial hospital, Woodstock, included Billie Williams, Walter Cholewa, Helen Caley, Marie Brichta, Charles Schild, Marie Rky, Wonder Lake; Yvonne Schneider, Carrie Kurth, Krista Justen, McHenry HARVARD HOSPITAL Stella Raycraft, McHenry, was a patient in Harvard hospital. BIRTHS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WOODSTOCK Mr and Mrs. Samuel Diamond announce the birth of a daughter, July 24. Overheard In Barber Shop: Customer: "If a haircut costs $2 50 and a shave is only $1.25, then shave my head." w BIG BAND SOUNDS OF 40's RECALLED (Continued from page 1) featuring Bob Freund on the trumpet; a spoof on Guy Lombardo and Lawrence Welk and Count Basie's "Straight Ahead". The concert will be given in the city park starting at 8 p.m. MUSIN" N' MFANDERIN" (Continued from page 1) newspaper. They told of more than a little surprise to see the local item making the front page in a recent issue. And the commuter still makes its way northward at the 15-mile-per hour pace! K.A.F. being done," Davis emphasized. Smith replied, "And I was hired or elected to watch the dollars and cents of the taxpayers' money." Gordon and Drew of the advisory committee said that their industry does not train employees in the electronics field. They go to DeVries or other technical schools to obtain their employees. They felt that with the equipment listed on the electronics bid request, a useful and valuable program could be established at MCC. Nothing on the request appeared to be out of line regarding both the type of equipment requested or the bid prices quoted. The electronics bid request had been under study for the past three months. Following the discussion, Ryan moved that the bid be approved for electronics equipment in the amount of $ 5 3 , 2 6 4 9 6 . S t u d e n t representative on the board, Tom Amettis, seconded the motion. On a roll call vote, Lutter, Leahy, Pautz, and Weidner voted yes, Smith voted no. Turner was absent. 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