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Ninety Hospitals, Centers Offer Free Sugar Testing DO--Q»OBpOPOUO»BOOaOOO More than 90 hospials and health centers throughout the Chicago area will offer free blood sugar testing during Diabetes Detection week, Nov. 14-20. These include McHenry, Memorial and Harvard hospitals. The Chicago program is part of a nation-wide effort to help detect existing and latent diabetics. More than 200,000 persons received free tests last year, including 20,000 in the Chicago area. Any person who is NOT a known diabetic may call 944-6336 for the number of the nearest participating testing center to arrange an appointment. All appointments must be made prior to Nov. 14. One out of twenty people has diabetes or will develop it during his lifetime, notes Dr. Helen Wilks, president of the A m e r i c a n D i a b e t e s association, Greater Chicago and Northern Illinois affiliate. An estimated 400,000 Chicago and northern Illinois residents have diabetes, but 60 per cent remain undetected. Diabetes develops when the body cannot make use of certain foods, especially sugars and starches (carbohydrates). The most common symptoms are excessive thirst, frequent urination, constant hunger, loss of weight,' itching, tendency to tire easily, change in vision, and slow healing of cuts and scratches. But some people have diabetes with none of these symptoms. Anyone may become diabetic but the condition is found more often among people with diabetic relatives, those over 40 years of age, women more ' often than men* and the overweight. Noting that Diabetes Mellitus is a major health problem in the United States today, Dr. Wilks said, "It is the leading cause of new cases of blindness, the third leading cause of death by disease, and a major cause in cardio-vascular problems". "Neglect of diabetes may lead to increased risk of har­ dening of the arteries, cerebral hemorrhage, kidney disease, gangrene and diabetic coma", she added. "Our goal is to find and alert as any as possible of the more than 240,000 undetected diabetics in ,Cbicago and northern Illinois, and at the same time to remind the public what the early indications of diabetes are and why early detection and proper control are important" Dr. Wilks said, "Early detection, followed by prompt medical advice and proper care, im­ proves the diabetic's chances to lead a longer, healthier, more productive life". Area activities for National Diabetes month are coor­ dinated by the American Diabetes association, Greater Chicago and Northern Illinois affiliate, 620 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago. Funding For Food Aid In State Tops *400 Million Federal expenditures in Illinois for the operation of food assistance programs %ad- ministered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) were in excess of $400 million during Fiscal Year 1976 (FY '76) which ended last June 30. Major food assistance programs administered by FNS are the Food Stamp program, the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs, and the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). Other programs administered by FNS include the Special Milk program, Child Care Food program, Summer Food Service program, Nonfood Assistance program and the Food Donation program. All food assistance programs administered by FNS are operated in cooperation with appropriate state agencies. With the value of bonus stamps issued to participants totaling some $302.4 million, a large share of the more than $400 million FNS expended in Illinois went into the Food Stamp program. Bonus coupons, which equal the dif­ ference between the total value of the stamps issued and what the participants pay for the coupons, are USDA's con­ tribution to the program. In June, the final month of the fiscal year, nearly 960,000 Illinois residents were par­ ticipating in the Food Stamp program. This was almost 32,000 fewer than a year ago. However, the average bonus in June was $26.26 a person, $4 above a year earlier. At the end of the school year, about 1,079,000 Illinois children were participating in the National School Lunch program at 4,092 schools. This was a decrease of some 85,000 from the more than 1,164,000 children in 4,092 schools the previous year. School break­ fasts were being served in 684 schools compared with 417 at the end of FT '75 and the average daily participation had climbed above 79,000 from about 57,000 a year jago. Federal expenditures for child nutrition programs in Illinois were in the neighborhood of $100 million. WIC program operations in Illinois resulted in the ex­ penditure of about $4.8 million of federal funds in FY '76. Average monthly participation at the 48 clinics operating in Illinois was about 16,000 and the average monthly cost of the supplemental food package was $21.84 per person. WIC provides specified nutritious food supplements to pregnant and lactating women, and to children up to five years of age who are determined by competent professionals to be "nutritional risks" because of inadequate nutrition inadeauate income. ClIIU Average Servings An average serving of meat is usually considered to be three ounces; a serving of juice about a half a cup. A serving of vegeta­ bles is a "scant" cup. A serv­ ing of dill pickle equals one pick­ le, 1^4 inches in diameter, four inches long and weighing 135 grams. FIFTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of Oc­ tober 28, 1926) Authentic information has been received by the Plain- dealer that construction work on the new bridge which is to be built across the Fox river, at the point where the eastern end of Elm street terminates, will be started the* first of November. Contractor Wydell has been working in McHenry the past few days scouting around for suitable quarters to house his crew of from fifty to sixty men. Following the last regular meeting of the McHenry Council K. of C. installation of the newly elected officers took place, with District Deputy Frank Daly of Woodstock in charge of the work. N.C. Klein was installed as Grand Knight. Mr. and Nfrs. P.J. Schaefer entertained a few of their friends at their home on Waukegan street last Wed­ nesday evening. Several games of bunco were played and it was decided to form a club and continue the meetings every two weeks during the winter. Two age-old rivals met on the football field last Saturday afternoon and when the smoke of battle had cleared McHenry was in possession of a 12-0 victory over Crystal Lake. FORTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of Oc­ tober 29, 1936) For two hours Monday af­ ternoon the city of McHenry stood at attention, as it were, its every place of business closed and silent, with gray skies casting a sombre light over the silent streets, a citizen united in a silent tribute of respect to the memory of a former mayor and alderman of McHenry, Frank H. Wattles, during the hours of his funeral rites and burial. Three truck loads of small mouth black bass were put into Pistakee Lake at Bald Knob Sunday by George P. Mc- Mahon, superintendent of the state fish hatchery at Pecatonica. FisfiermefT in the vicinity were glad to receive the fish and a large group of people were on hand as a reception committee. Due to the fact that^ the registration in McHenry precincts is larger than ever before, it is requested by the election officials that all voters cast their ballots as early as possible. In McHenry 2,363 voters have registered and the polls are open but eleven hours. Melvin Munson, 31 years old, residing at Richmond, who was a lineman employed by the Illinois Northern Utilities company, died Thursday night in Mercy hospital, Chicago, following injuries received Oct. 8 when he came in contact with a high tension wire while working near Lena. TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of November 1, 1951) At the annual Pan-Hellenic ball held Oct. 19 at the University of Illinois, Ferol Martin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Martin of McHenry, was announced as the "Ideal Girl of Delta Zeta Sorority". She was chosen on character, beauty, personality, scholarship and one who most exemplifies the traits of a true Delta Zeta. New to the professional ranks of McHenry, but not to the community itself is Dr. James McMahon, who opened his dental office at 112 S. Green street earlier this month. He has taken over the practice of the late Dr. L.B. Murphy, Sr., and of Dr. Murphy, Jr., who is serving in the Army. "Our Miss Brooks" a typical 'teen-age comedy in three acts will be presented by the junior class of the McHenry Com­ munity high school on Friday evening, Nov. 9, in the school auditorium. It is being directed by a new member of the faculty, Miss Katherine Tully, who has had considerable experience in this type of work. One of the most eye-catching cover pictures to come to our attention in some time ap­ peared on the front of the Home and Life section of the Daily News last Saturday evening, featuring a McHenry miss, Susan Elizabeth Pries. The young lady, 15 months old, iS SECTION 2iPAGE 3 - PL AINDEALER-WEDNE8DAY, OCTOBER 27, lt7f the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Pries, Jr. A huge grinning pumpkin face cen­ tered the photo, out of which the Pries' black cat, Midnight, was peering for a better look at the outside world. Gazing with curiosity into the pumpkin's depth was Susan Elizabeth. POET'S CORNER TEN YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of November 3, 1966) A fire of unknown origin, amounting to between $8,000 and $10,000 in damage, broke out in the Oak Park hotel, 801 Oak Grove road, Pistakee Bay, last Thursday evening and spread through the upper floor. At the regular monthly meeting of the board of McHenry Chamber of Com­ merce, held Tuesday noon, a nominating committee was named to select persons to fill "vacancies on the board. Selected were Myrt Martell, Frank Low and Larry Lund. Board members whose terms expire are James Althoff, William Nye, V^rn Thompson and E.J. Gausden. Michael Mayfield, 21, presently residing in Lakemoor, reportedly was stabbed last Saturday evening during a fracas which broke out at a party at Lakeland Park. Two friends approached Richard Burmann at his business establishment, in Lakeland Park, about mid­ night, asking that he obtain help for Mayfield, who was outside in the parking lot. Burmann, a former policeman with the city of Mcenry, summoned a physician and then went to assist Mayfield. The two youths who' had brought him there had already departed. One hundred and fifty friends and former co-workers gathered at the McHenry VFW club Sunday evening, Oct. 31, to pay tribute to M L. Schoenholtz for his thirty-seven years of service in the McHenry public schools. THE OLD STONE BENCH Many years ago, I think 'twas 1949 I passed a store called Kresge's, known then as the Five and Dime And there inside the Window stood a heavy bench of stone It looked a bit incongruous, out of place there all alone Intrigued, peiplexed and curious, I boldy took a chance To make inquiries of tne price and get a better glance There were a few fine tiny cracks which one could barely see But nevertheless, I knew at once, that bench was meant for me I was surprised and very pleased to note the price it bore It was delivered and I placed it right outside of my front door We spent many a day and evening on that old stone bench of mine Family, friends and neighbors sat with me from time to time We made several short and distant moves since 1949 And though I was dissuaded, I took it with me every time The movers said, "It's cracked and chipped and showing signs of rot We cannot guarantee it and its weight will cost a lot Take my advice and leave it here, it's gonna fall apart I said, "If I left it to a stranger, it would surely break my heart" To me, that bench was family and friends and other things Like sentiment and memories to which one always clings Despite the movers "sound advice" I'm very glad to say That old stone bench is holding up and still with me today And anyone can see it, 'cause it's right outside my door But no one ever comes to sit upon itanymore We don't have time to sit outdoors, the way we used to do And what a shame, for all around us is a lovely view There's a sadness in my heart for that stone bench of yesterday But progress keeps us moving faster, faster, every day With air conditioned {daces, we're indoors both days and eves And so my old stone bench just gathers cobwebs, dust and leaves by Florence B. 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BIG KIDS 10 to 12 yrs. *5°° TO BE AWARDED TO WINNER OF EACH AGE GROUP ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A QUARTER Independent Judges will base their opinions on appearance (whimsical characters) and or shock value (monsters, witches, etc. See our "MONSTER-OUR" selection of Halloween Costumes, Lanterns, Masks, Wigs, etc. with friendly price tags. Complete assortment of trick or treat Halloween candy from all the famous candy makers. i