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PAKE 18 - PLAINDEAI .ER-FRIDAY. DECEMBER 24. 1»76 TICKETS, FEW INJURIES IN PRE- HOLIDAY CRASHES (.Continued from page 1) oncoming traffic so he at­ tempted to pass both the Bazan car and the front car. He had nearly passed the Bazan auto when Bazan pulled into his lane and struck the right rear of his car Fortunately, no one was injured Damage to the Bazan vehicle was estimated at $600 William (1 Brut. 2506 MacArthur drive. McHenry, was taken to McHenry hospital hv the McHenry rescue squad following an accident at 8:30 Tuesday night Brut received a citation for improper lane usage after a collision with a vehicle driven by William A Wille. 2913 Parkside avenue, McHenry. Wille said he was traveling south on River road at 30 mph as he approached the in tersection with Rt 120 Willie added that he had the green light and as he proceeded through the intersection, the Brut vehicle, traveling north on River road, turned onto Rt 120 directly in front of him. causing a headon collision Brut said he was northbound >n River road, and when he looked for traffic he didn't see any Damage was estimated at $800 for the Willie vehicle and $600 for the Brut auto Dr. lxK>nard L. Bottari, 413 Kensington drive, McHenry, was taken to McHenry hospital and treated for injuries after his car was struck by Paul O'Brien, Evanston, Friday at 3:40 p.m. O'Brien was ticketed for failure to yield the right-of-way after striking the Bottari auto on Pearl street Or Bottari said he was westbound on Pearl street, almost across the Park street intersection when O'Brien hit him O'Brien said he was traveling north on Park street and stopped at the sign He didn't see any traffic so he attempted to cross the intersection and made contact Approximately $100 damage was done to each car. Robert A Fowler, 2916 W. Magellan. McHenry, was ticketed for improper lane usage following a three-car accident Friday at 5 p.m. The Fowler auto was traveling east on Rt. 120 when the driver changed from the inside lane to the outside lane, striking the car of Billy Neal. Des Plaines. Fowler then turned his vehicle back to the inside lane and next hit a car driven by Steven K Bozer, Richmond. No one was injured and $150 was estimated in damage to each of the three vehicles. Emil A Griewlsch, John sburg. was taken by the Johnsburg Rescue squad to McHenry hospital for treat­ ment of injuries following an auto accident Monday evening on Rt. 12 near Fox Lake road Griewisch collided with a car driven by Nancy J. Wichern, 212 Nippersink drive, McHenry. Ms. Wichern said she was turning east off Fox Lake road onto Rt 12 when her car died out and she couldn't start it She then saw the Griewisch car coming around the curve and the driver hit her car. Griewisch said he observed a stalled auto in the roadway, but was going too fast to stop. No ticket was issued. Each car suffered approximately $100 in damage. Neither Frank Visconti, 5019 Barnard Mill road, Ringwood, nor Cynthia H DeYoung, 4506 Garden Quarter, McHenry, was injured when their two cars collided Wednesday morning on Rt. 120. Visconti said he was west­ bound on Rt. 120 following DeYoung He moved into the eastbound lane to pass, and after he did so, recognized a car coming toward him As he moved back into the westbound lane, he struck the left rear of the DeYoung car A total of $50 damage was done to each car. There were no citations issued. George J. Siegele, Nor- thbrook, was ticketed for failure to yield after his car struck the car driven by Margaret J Stinespring, Woodstock, Saturday morning on Rt. 120. Siegele was taken to McHenry hospital by the McHenry Rescue squad for treatment of injuries. Ms. Stinespring said she was in the inside lane of Rt. 120 when suddenly the Siegele auto pulled out of a gas station directly in front of her causing the collision. Damage to the Stinespring car was $300, and the Siegele vehicle sustained $800 worth of damage James Frisby, 309 N River road, McHenry, was injured Wednesday when he lost control of his car and hit a telephone pole Frisby said he was nor thbound on River road about 5:51 p.m when he slid on the icy pavement, went off the roadway, and hit the pole. Frisby was injured in the accident, but refused first aid At 10:15 Wednesday evening, an accident on Rt 120 resulted in some injuries, and forced traffic to be rerouted for half an hour Tom Berent, 1400 Fairview. McHenry, was taken to McHenry hospital, treated and released after his vehicle collided with another auto on Elm street, in front of the Zion Lutheran chruch. The identity of the other driver and the extent of her injuries, was not known at press time McHenry police are con­ tinuing their investigation of the incident CB RADIOS, SNOWMOBILES THIEVES' TARGET (Continued from page 1) the driveway and stole his CB radio. The offender had not been seen or heard The offender is unknown and police are continuing their investigation. At 11 a.m. Wednesday, Richard Huebner, 4604 Gregory, McHenry, reported that someone stole his snowmobile from his yard. A snowmobile had been driven through the yard about 4 a.m., but it wasn't suspected to have been his at the time. An employee of Adams Lawn and Leisure, 2103 Rt. 120, McHenry, reported to police that someone had stolen a snowmobile trailer from his property sometime Tuesday night. The offender is unknown at this time. At 12:55 p.m. Friday, Rudolph Schreyer, 5104 E. Lake Shore drive, Wonder Lake, reported that a few minutes earlier he had heard the sound of breaking glass, and discovered that his kitchen window had been broken by a stone. The offender was not seen. Mary Slokin, 7418 MacArthur avenue. Wonder Lake, reported that sometime after Friday night, someone broke her yard light, bent the mailbox, and smashed a bird house. The offender had not been seen or heard. At 9:20 p.m. Tuesday, Henry Andrzejczak, 3013 Walnut, Wonder Lake, reported to police that he heard a noise and suddenly someone threw a rock through his kitchen window. The offender was not seen. ' H e l u m i a t K r a u t w a l d , Evanston, reported to county police Sunday that sometime during the previous day, someone broke all the windows of his summer home at 7606 Arbor drive, Wonder Lake, by use of rocks and bricks. Although the offender had not been seen, it was believed area children may have been responsible. At 12:35 p.m. Saturday, Henry Andrzejczak reported vandalism on his property. The previous evening someone came on his property at 3013 Walnut, Wonder Lake, and broke his yard light, broke a basement window and screen, and damaged a metal garbage storage shed. IMPLICATE TWO AREA JUVENILES IN VANDALISM (Continued from page 1) had been damaged by shotgun fire. Then, on Dec.. 7, it was discovered that the same equipment had been shot at again, with total damage estimated at $1,500. Police detective Gary Wigman, with the assistance of a citizen who claimed to have seen some youths in the area with a shotgun, apprehended f three juveniles in conjunction with the crime. It was discovered that two of the juveniles were involved in the damaging of the equipment, and charges are pending a hearing in juvenile court. The two youths will be charged with unlawful use of weapon, possession of firearms without a firearms card, and criminal damage to property over $150. MUSIN' AND MEANDERIN' (Continued from page 1) for stamp and message "Domestic 1 cent, foreign, 2 cents". It brings a chuckle and makes us ponder once again whether we are correct in guessing the identity of the sender, who merely signs "Santa". Our office gains attractive cards daily from those with whom we have had pleasant associations throughout the year. Occasionally there is an unexpected arrival like the one from Anna (Anderson) Traub, a member of that wonderful Anderson clan that once operated so successfully Broadway Barbecue, located almost on the spot where the Plaindealer office now stands. Anna still enjoys getting out the 100th year edition of the newspaper. To her it brings back memories of the "good old days". Her letter is a reminder that many people over the age of 25 long for an "old time" Christmas. For them it went something like this. The nation wasn't as wealthy as it is today. There weren't as many cars on the road and not so many work-saving gadgets. We were often at war -- in 1941-45, 1950-53 and 1963-74. We didn't have the variety of foods or amusements we have today. And there was no television. Then why was the "old time" Christmas more fulfilling and enjoyable? Some of the feeling we ex­ perience may well be enhanced by the fact that, indeed, these are memories colored by time. But it is true that perhaps the fulfillment came because earlier Christmases were considered more a time for family reunions, quieter days and evenings with meals together and games together, emphasis being placed on "together". The age of modern tran­ sportation, which theoretically brings families together, becomes a paradox. It also serves, as does television, to separate families. The super-abundance of amusements, cars and TV has resulted in less time for family pursuits, less time for family talks and thanksgiving. % PROJECT AIDS PIONEER CENTER - King Forbes, president of the McHenry Lions club, offers doughnuts to clients at Pioneer Center for the Exceptional as a World Service project. Marc LeFevre, Adult Services coordinator, shares doughnuts with Forbes as they view the Christmas gifts available at the center. (DON PEASLEY PHOTOGRAPHY) Dec. 29 Deadline For Homestead Exemption At the organizational meeting of the Board of Review for McHenry county, held earlier this month, action was taken of interest to new ap­ plicants for Homestead exemptions. For home owners residing in the home and for persons becoming 65 years of age during calendar year of 1975. or earlier, applications will be accepted at the supervisor of assessments office at Room 206, McHenry county cour­ thouse up to Dec. 29, and not later for the year 1976. Old timers know that much of the spirit of the "old time" Christmases was to be found in f u l l f a m i l y g a t h e r i n g s a n d serious appreciation of the day for what it represented in the Christian world. If we are lucky, some of us may be able to capture a bit of the same spirit this year of 1976. K.A.F.- Renewal notices for home owners that have previously applied and been accepted, were mailed Sept. 29. Treat Youth For Accidental Gunshot Wound Michael Szumlas, 16, 3314 Cove court, McHenry, was taken to McHenry hospital for treatment of minor injuries to his left hand following an ac­ cidental shooting Tuesday at 9:10 p.m. Szumlas reported he was cleaning a .12 gauge shotgun he had been hunting with earlier in the day, when it discharged, causing the injuries The youth was taken to the hospital by the Johnsburg Rescue squad. WE LL PAY YOU TO DO WHAT YOU WANT TO DO. The Army Reserve has over 200 modern job-training courses. If you qualify, you can learn a new skill, get paid while you learn, and come back to a part-time job with excellent pay and benefits. See what jobs are available at your Army Reserve unit. 'Ridicule is the test of truth." William Hazlitt THE ARMY RESERVE. PART OF WHAT YOU EARN IS PRIDE. TOWNSHIP ALLOTMENT McHenry county has been awarded $26,960.63 as its share of motor fuel tax for its townships and road districts. The monies paid into the State Treasury are computed on the basis of mileage in the in­ dividual townships and road districts. These units of government must levy a tax for road and bridge purposes to be eligible for motor fuel tax allocations. Serve VavrneN •Kb MB am tor t»ta| $250 or more / Your friends at Marengo Federal have some gre^t serve yourself gift ideas. They're Free or at a reduced cost when you add $250 or more to a new or existing saving account. Choose from a variety of quality gifts that will add a special touch to your table or yourself. Items like: stainless steel serving and place sets from International Silver. Genuine leather goods from Belle and Beau Brummel. Hostess glassware from % \ Libbey's and many more. They're perfect gifts for the holidays or any occasion that needs a little sprucing up. So do yourself a service and stop by any of Marengo Federal's three convenient office and pick your gift for saving. 4 SERVE YOURSELF DEPOSIT $250 Si OOO 6-PC. SERVING SET (stainless steel) FREE FREE 7-PC. IMPORTED WOOD SALAD BOWEL SET $3.00 FREE 2-PC. HARDWOOD CHOPPING BLOCK & KNIFE $3.00 FREE MAN'S LEATHER W ALLET $3.00 FREE MAN'S TRI-FOLD W ALLET $3.00 FREE WOMAN'S LEATHER FRENCH PURSE $4.00 FREE WOMAN'S LEATHER CLUTCH PURSE $4.00 FREE MAN'S IMPORTED BRUSH & MANICURE SET $4.00 FREE 8 PC. HOSTESS GLASSWARE SET by LIBBEY'S $4.00 FREE MAN'S JEWLERY BOX $5.00 $2.00 20-PC. PLACE SET (service for 4) $5.00 $2.00 LIMIT: ONE GIFT PER FAMILY, PLEASE and loan association 200 EAST GRANT HIGHWAY • MARENGO, ILLINOIS 60152 • (815) 568 7258 118 CASS STREET • WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS 60098 • (815) 338-290Q 4400 WEST ROUTE 120 • McHENRY, ILLINOIS 60050 • (815) 344-1900