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PUBLIC PULSE (The Plaindealer invites the public to use this column as an expression of their views on subjects of general interest in our community. Our only request is that the writers give - signature, full ad­ dress and phone number. We ask too, that one in­ dividual not write on the same subject more than once each month We reserve the right to delete any material which we consider libelous or in objectional taste > SCHOOL THOUGHTS "Editor: "I offer the following statements relative to a survey conducted by the Johnsburg public school administration which is considering the feasibility of a high school located within- the present confines of Johnsburg Public School District 12. The outcome of this survey was published in the Plaindealer. "For the results of the survey to be truly representative of the majority thinking of the Johnsburg school district citizens, one must know the proportion of those responding to the survey as opposed to the total citizenry within the district who would be affected by a new high school. Inasmuch as District 12 is aware of the numbers of newsletter "Info- 12" circulated, a clearer pic­ ture could have emerged if the percentage of responses as opposed to those who did not respond had been included in the results. However, the District 12 article just states "of those who answered the survey." "The 68 percent of a two- thirds agreement factor, as stated in the article, would be meaningless if, as an example, those who replied to the survey were only 10 percent of the family population in the district. "The paragraph which deals with an analysis of comments is perplexing. Apparently the remarks were in addition to the actual selection of choice. Therefore, the statements as a separate entry in the article vs a duplication of the final results of the survey. The only con­ clusion that I am able to draw from the comments is that those who were in favor of a high school within the confines of District 12 overwhelmingly included remarks as to why they made this choice. "District 12 should make these remarks- available to High School District 156 and I would certainly believe that some of the reasons brought forth for a high school in District 12 could be rectified by the high school district. "I take exception to the first part of the survey question, namely, 'one of the greatest educational concerns of Johnsburg citizens was the location of a high school within the present confines of John­ sburg Public School District 12.' "I have sons attending both East and West McHenry high schools and still I do not con­ sider it as one of my greatest educational concerns, just because they are not attending a high school in a loCittion encompassed by District 12. "Someone please advise the Johnsburg public school board of education and ad­ ministration that High School District 156 isn't all that bad. "Sincerely, "Arthur Oakley "5901 N. Bunny Ave. "Pistakee Highlands" ON SCHOOL SMOKING "Editor: "Thanks to Mrs. Gregory for her interest and information pertaining to school smoking. "And many thanks to your Daper for continually informing us about this problem. I at­ tended the meeting that was publicized in your paper some time ago when interested parents were asked to try to solve the problems connected With school smoking. I think I can say that the attendance at the meeting was adequate. r "From the attitudes of the school staff, students and parents, it was my opinion that we were all against smoking on the school grounds, with one exception of a younger teacher more or less trying to imply that we should concede to the school smoker. "Neighbors of the school complained about the school smoker loitering and littering around their properties. Parents complained about the non-smoker being abused if they tried to use"- the washrooms. The washrooms that the smokers controlled were damaged. The sinks had to be reinforced with steel and enclosed from the underneath. The toilet paper holders were kicked off daily. "I guess from this meeting it was concluded at a later date to allow the school smoker to smoke on the outside school grounds during certain hours with parent consent to remedy the other problems. "I was then firmly against the school smoker and I still am. "The approval to smoke was for the East campus. These students are 13,14 and 15 years of age. I believe there is a state statute that children of this age are not allowed to purchase cigarettes. If the school board approves the school smoker at •Also available for Carryouts: •Bar B Que Ribs • Cole Slaw qts -pints-V2 pints Henny Penny says PH. 385-9585 or 38! For Henny Penny Ca ( 5-1230 ^ rryputs m TAX FACTS ====== The Internal Revenue Ser­ vice said this week that it will again provide toll-free telephone help to northern Illinois taxpayers. Charles F. Miriani, IRS district director for northern Illinois, said, "Tax help from the Internal Revenue Service is still just a toll-free telephone this age, aren't they liable legally, or at least obligated to us parents! "It is also my opinion that the West campus furnishes an inside room for a smoking area. If the school board asks for a referendum for another high school, I find it difficult to vote "yes" when I know there is a room set aside for smoking. What is being taught in the health classes is contradicted by this 'Smoker Room'. "C'mon parents, speak up and give the kids a chance. They are so confused by these dicisions they are looking for someone to cling. Are we there? "Alex M. Alexeyuk "McHenry" Legal Notice Sanitary Sewer Connections Notice is hereby given that connections to sanitary sewer in the Lakeland Park - Lakeland Shores area must be made by December 18, 1974 as per ordinance. This relates to improved property under Special Assessment No. 30. CITY OF MCHERNY (Pub. Dec. 13,1974) call away for nortlgrn Illinois taxpayers." Chicago taxpayers can contact the IRS, as they did last year, for help with their tax returns by calling 435-1040. Elsewhere in the state tax­ payers can call 800-972-5400 or 800-252-2921 toll-free. PAGE 15 - PLAINDEALER-FR1DAY, DECEMBER 11, 1974 "The toll-free numbers are also listed in the tax in­ structions that accompany this year's forms," said Miriani. "Taxpayers should be sure to chbck their instruction booklets for the correct number to call. "If a taxpayer has a question while filling out his return, we encourage him to call for assistance from one of our taxpayer service represen­ tatives," he continued. The toll-free telephone service is available on a year- round basis. I A gift for your | home is | something the B { whole family | can enjoy; | year around! THE REV. PAUL WHITE AND FAMILY HEAD REVIVAL SERVICE - The First United Pentacostal church, 258 Sunnyside, Lakemoor, will hold special revival services this weekend, Dec. 13, 14 and 15, at the new church building. On Saturday, Dec. 14, a youth choir from Elgin will be featured. The Rev. and Mrs. Paul White of Chicago will conduct the services at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The Rev. 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