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Musin' « nd Meander in* Display, Artifacts Of County At Rovner Talk VOLUME 101 NUMBER 38 WEDNESDAY. JANUARY 19. 1977 2 SECTIONS 26 PAGES 20' The ill wind that blows some food has come to McHenry. As temperatures dipped under the 10 degree below zero mark, it occurred to us this was probably a factor that served as a deterrent to criminals. One needs only to read of the few cases of theffs and vandalism in last Friday's paper to make that assessment And for those who think petty crimes of this nature are new to society, they are not Out^Twiee Told Tales column recounts in one issue seven burglaries of cottages at Johnsburg fifty years ago These unfortuante instincts of human nature seem always to have been with us. The big problem today is that there are more people to impose their impulses on the public. A belated holiday card brings back memories of our most persistent effort in 1976 -- an effort that failed From Portland, Or., former residents, the Lance Parks', tell of receiving a Chicago tribune clipping about/our effort to save the old brjflge. The note continue?: "Out here in Oregon yoij.Would have had many supporters and fighters for your cause Guess one of the reasons I like Por­ tland is the1 successful preservation of the old buildings blending with the new"' Alas, we are a confirmed and The County Environmental Education council aihd McHenry County college will co-host Dr Irwin Rovner's slide-lecture presentation on Illinois Archeology at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan 19, in the Student Union of MCC. Dr. Rovner is associated with Northwestern university's Foundation for Illinois Ar­ cheology. After the slide presentation, he will address questions from the audience in regard to the nationally famous Koster site and other aspects of Illinois Archeology, including the findings of the recent McHenry County study The McHenry County Con servation district will have artifacts of McHenry county on display following Dr Rovner's presentation. Available for purchase at the artifact display will be the recently published "McHenry County Archeology Survey " The general public is invited to attend this special presen­ tation on "Illinois Archeology and The Changing En­ vironment," for which a charge will be made. MCC students will be admitted free School Views Problems Of SEDOM Transportation with student activity card A Problems surrounding the transportation of students to SEDOM classes outside McHenry were brought to the ' 'attention of the board of Con-' solidated School District 15 this past week. They were One-Car Accident Causes Power Failure North Of City Sub-zero temperatures over the weekend kept many per­ sons home, but there was sti^ a rash of accidents, including one in which electrical power was knocked out temporarily north of McHenry Clifton J Jacquinet, 9107 Pine avenue, Wonder Lake, was transported to McHenry hospital by the Wonder Lake Rescue squad for treatment of injuries sustained in a one-car accident Saturday afternoon on Keystone road. , . . , r , Jacquinet was ticketed for loyal devotee of our home^,^ (0 reduc(, speed avojd an accident, after losing control of his vehicle and striking an community. McHenry. Our only choice is to attempt a conversion of the minds of governmental leaders in our midst. Some day, taking a cue from Portland. McHenry leaders may^-see the ad­ vantages of a^.blend of old and new Unfortunately, for the old Pearl street bridge it is too late! KAF. electric pole, causing power failure to area residents, j The driver stated he/was Southbound on Keystone road at approximately 50 mph. He further stated he reached down to adjust his CB radio, when he lost control of his vehicle, crossing the center line and leaving the roadway. Do// Display This winsome doll from Austria hasbeen one of almost forty on display in the lobby at the McHenry Public library. The collection is the property of Mrs. H.C. (Marilyn) Reihansperger. Displayed on the second level of the library is an excellent mineral collection owned by Frederick Leffler. Other McHenry residents who will generously offer their collections in the near future are B. Hollenback, old post cards, and Genevieve Morrow, paper weights. Mrs. June Stuart, librarian, said this week the library is happy to display collections of local residents who would care to share them. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD Jacquinet s auto went into the northbound shoulder, striking a Commonwealth Edison utility pole, which caused a power failure in the general area. An officer noted that the car left over 200 feet of skid marks and the driver was apparently traveling too fast for the con­ dition of the roadway. Damage to the Jacquinet auto was estimated at $1,500. Guy S Patejlaro. 4615 Park­ view. McHeriry, was injured, but refused treatment, after being involved in an accident with a parked car Friday night at 11:55. Patellaro collided with a parked car belonging to Mark A Jesse, Crystal Lake, in a parking lot. Damage to the Patellaro car was estimated at $1,500 and damage to the Jesse car was estimated at $900. Jesse told McHenry County Sheriff's police that Patellaro contacted him by phone on Sunday, and told him that while Jesse was in a store, his car was hit. Police obtained a statement from Patellaro at his residence, and will follow up with a complete report at a future date. Fred C Romadka, 5209 E. Lake Shore drive, Wonder Lake, and Berw^dir.e B. Mistak, 3112 E. Lake Shore drive. Wonder Lake, were but!, injured when the cars they were driving collided Thursday morning at the intersection of Deep Springs road and E. Wonder Lake road. Both parties transported themselves to their doctor for treatment of their injuries. Neither driver was ticketed in connection with the accident. Romadka stated he was southbound on E. Wonder Lake road at approximately 5 mph, attempting to make a left turn into a parking lot X He added that he^saw the Mistak vehicle northbound on E. Wonder Lake road, and McHenry Man Hurt In Fall On Stairs A McHenry man fortunately was not seriously injured when he fell down a flight of stairs and injured his back Tuesday morning. »-- Lawrence Boyd,* 3814 Waukegan road was treated and released at the emergency room of McHenry hospital, after being taken there by the McHenry Rescue squad. According to the police report, Boyd fell down a flight of stairs in his home, hurting his back, and went into con­ vulsions. The Rescue squad responded to the call at a.m. thought she would slow down to let him complete his turn. \ Ms. Mistak stated she was northbound on E. Winder Lake road*at approximately 40 mph. She further stated she sa,w Romadka turn, but it was too late, and "he turned right into, my lane." / She added she was unable to avoid an accident. The Rdmadka vehicle was demolished in the collision while the Mistak vehicle sustained $800 worth of damage. Diane M. Holmquist, 107 S. Emerald drive, McHenry, was taken to McHenry hospital for treatment of- injuries garnered in a one-car accident at 4 a.m. Saturday on Rt. 31. Her automobile^ustained $3,000 worth of cjiamage. Also damaged was a warning sign post the Holmquist auto struck Mrs. Holmquist stated she was northbound op Rt .31, and must have fallen asleep, because all she recalled is " waking to find she had been involved in a accident. According to McHenry county sheriff's police, evidence^ijgidicated that the car crossed infe ' tTie "southbound lane and then went off the west side of Rt. 31. striking an old wooden fence post, and then a clump of small trees. Ms. Holmquist "was net ticketed. Loretta M. Anton, 7508 Algonquin drive, Wonder Lake, was ticketed for failure to reduce speed to avoid an ac­ cident following a two-car collision Friday morning on Bull Valley rotfd Ms. Anton was ticketed after striking an auto driven by Thomas J. Mc Andrews, 7212 W Bull Valley road. Neither driver was injured, and damage to the Anton car was estimated at $600. Damage to McAndrew's car was estimated at $1,500. Also damaged in the crash was a tree on the property of Sam Diamond, 6703 Bull Valley road, McHenry The tree was valued at $50. Ms. Anton stated she was eastbound on Bull Valley road She said she noticed the Mc Andrews car in a driveway, and thought he was going to enter the roadway. She added that she applied her brakes and skidded into the other auto, coming to rest against a small tree in a yard. McAndrews stated he was stopped in a driveway facing north, waiting for traffic to clear, when the Anton car came into him;"out of control. Frank J Marschall, 2410 MacArthur, McHenry, was ticketed for driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, after a one-car accident Friday afternoon on Ringwood road (Continued on page 16) - presented by Board President M. David Cain, District 15 representative on SEDOM, who asked for opinions from the local board. SEDOM stands for Special Education District of McHenry ty n disclosed that at this some students are to ride a bus more two hours and fifteen minutes in the morning and again on the return trip He said the SEDOM board would like to assure that 75 percent of these young people would spend no more than one hour (preferably less) and that no student would need to ride more than an hour and fifteen minutes each trip. The various difficulties that now necessitate the long rides , were discussed and the problem evaluated. To a question of Dorothy Vick, a member of the local school board, it was revealed that District 15 now sends seventy students to be taught at SEDOM classes outside the community. The cost for education and transportation of these young people runs ju&te-^ short of $200,000. Cain initiated the subject of what constitutes a SEDOM student. Only handicaps that prevent a child from learning in a regular classroom at­ mosphere qj*alify for that designation^ such as hearing, sight or mental problems that hinder^ the regular learning process. Some time was devoted to a continued discussion of the revised board policy manual. Although the subject of public relations was not designated as a topic for the evening, Member Gary Lockwood ex­ pressed his opinion that a Public Relations committee should be established for better communications between the district and the general public. Dr Robert Boos, superin tendent, noted that there is close contact between the administration lind parents, but Lockwood fe|t this was not sufficient. / "Others pay taxes", he asserted, "even though they may not havel a child in the grade school aystem". It was his belief there should be im­ proved communication so that when something as important as a referendum is called, the public is not uninformed ""of conditions leading up to the vote. r After further discussion, th|S matter was tabled for furthm study. 1 An update of the preschool screening program plans were outlined. It will take place at Hilltop school two days each iporjth, January through May. Two teams will carry out the screening, consisting of one school psychologist, two (Continued on page 16) TAX LISTINGS A listing of personal property and real estate tax assessments will be printed as part of the WednesdayfJan. 19, issue of the Plaindealer. With nearly a month remaining before the filing deadline of candidates' petitions, spirited battles ap­ pear to be shaping up, with four popular candidates vying for two key positions. In the mayoral race, in- *2,000 Fire Damages Home The sharp eyes of an area citizen averted a potential disaster Sunday at tfie home of Harold P. Owen, 608 N. Country Club drive, McHenry. While Mr. and Mrs. Owen were out of the house during the afternoon, a fire broke out in the front porch of their home. An unidentified citizen from across the river spotted the smoke, and immediately called the fire department Company I of the McHenry Fire department responded to the cay., and put out the blaze, which! Caused approximately $2,000 in damage According to Fire Chief Glen Peterson, the fire broke out when a stove in the porch overheated and started the roof / on fj/e. There were no injuries. Schedule Free Immunizations On January 26 Free immunizations will be given on Wednesday morning Jan 26, from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. in room 102 of the New McHenry County courthouse located on Rt. 47 north of Woodstock The shots are offered by the McHenry County Board of (Continued on page 16) cumbent Joseph Stanek has -announced his intentions to run for reelection Stanek is seeking his second term in office Opposing Stanek will be second ward Alderman George Harker. Harker. who is in the midst of his second term as an alderman, would need to relinquish that post if suc­ cessful The mayoral race isn't the only contest where two can didates are running for one spot. In the second ward, in cumbent Edward Datz is running for his second tour year term against Clint Claypool Datz lives in Whispering * Oaks. while Claypool, a member of the zoning board, resides in Cooney Heights. Races have not developed at this time for any of the three other Council seats open, or for the positions of city clerk or city treasurer. In Ward 3, Anna Mae Cuda has filed to run for the Council seat presently held by James Wegener Thus far, Wegener has shown no indication that he is a^candidate for reelection In Ward 4, Ernest Sehooley remains the only candidate for the seat now occupied by La Verne Hromec. Hromec. at this time, has not taken out a petition for reelection In Ward I. no candidates have yet filed for the seat now held by Jack Pepping. For the position of city clerk. Barbara Gilpin remains the only candidate, and the same is true for Bill Brda, who is running for reelection as city treasurer X'andidates wishing to run for any office must secure a petiti^fi at the city clerk's of fice/and have it signed and returned by Feb. 14. The city elections will be held April 19. GEORGEHARKER Alderman George Harker of Mchenry's second ward, at left, stands before crowd ol about seventy persons, members of the Whispering Oaks association, Thursday night to announce his candidacy for the office of Mayor. Harker is completing his second term as alderman. At right is Mayor Joseph Stanek, who has filed „ - JOSEPH STANEK for reelection to the post he has held the past four years. The only new aldermanic filing in the past week is that of Anna Mae Cuda in Ward 3. STAFF PHOTO-JEFF BONATO Marathon For Two Rescue Squads People in the McHenry area may witness a long parade of snowmobilers making a 50-mile^ circuit through several com­ munities in the interest of charity Sunday, Jan. 23 when Harmony Snowmobile club holds its second annual "Rescue 50" snowmobile marathon. All proceeds will be donated to the Johnsburg and McHenry Area Rescue squads In last year's ride, almost $2,400 was garnered in pledges C r o m s e v e n t y - s i x snowmobilers. This year's marathon promises to be more succssful than last, as 112 machines are pledged to ride. Harmony club will be assisted in the event by the Fox Lake Penguins. Polar Pairs and Sno-Grovers of Spring Grove, the Wonder- Lakers. and the McHenry Snow Bugs and SnowBallers. McHenry county police and the rescue squads will also assist in traffic control at road crossings to insure safety. The riders are out asking for pledges (at per mile rates) and one can contribute to a good cause by combining a favorite sport with a drive tohelp others in the community. "Rescue 50" will start at 9:30 a m. Sunday. Jan 23, from the McHenry Moose lodge on Rt 120, east of the Fox River bridge. The group will ride on established trails as far north as Richmond and return to McHenry If snow conditions or the weather are _unsuitabler postponement date is Sunday, Jan 30. County Fair Talent Winner Tops In State Andrea Kuenster, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Kuenstef of Crystal Lake, has been named winner of the Illinois Talent contest conducted Sunday night during the semi­ finals of the Miss Illinois County Fair queen contest Miss Kuenster was awarded top place for her rend "">n on the piano of her r i com position, "One You, C •" Me, One We", which she composed for her .brother 's wedding last (Continued on page 16) Dr. Walter: 'Teach * Concern' I)r George Walter, professor emeritus of Lawrence university, spoke to an en­ thusiastic audience of seventy- five persons at Parkland schoojTN Thursday night on the subject of school-community relations. Walter's presentation, titled 'No' Man- Is An Island," focused on the need for educators to give more to their students than just what is written in textbooks. His main concern is that students presently are lear­ ning. but aren't being taught how to apply that knowledge to beneficial use in the com­ munity." 'We musLI&ajjh concern and inv|£Eei¥$^TU MA the com muftity," Walter»aid "All the rest can be put ore tape "It is man's responsibility to continually evaluate the community's needs, .and to work together for the enrich­ ment of the community as a whole." he added. "Teachers must get that point across to their students." Walter cited several examples of persons who learned the value of education through voluntarily assisting the community around them. He also emphasized that it is the school's responsibility to teach, not just the basics, but the lesson of human concern. "All the resources of a school really center on education within the system." he said. "In addition to the lessons learned in school, we must teach and learn the iesson of human concern and in­ volvement." Walter feels that for a child to fully develop, he must be made aware that to give of one's self to the community is the only way to fully succeed in life "Since children become-what they perceive, we must reach out and join together, school and community, to create a caravan of a consistent, loving' environment." he said "For only then will children become, not their shrewdest, sharpest selves - we've got enough of those - but their finest selves." Walter told his audience what his philosophy of teaching is. "I want my pupils to learn not just from what I say, but from my example." he explained. "I want my students to un-' derstand that the quality of their talent is the measure of their responsibility to their community." v Walter emphasized that the giving of one's self to the Community is the only way to truly gain knowledge, and that instructors must emphasize that point * "When our race is done, we won't measure life by our bank account, but to the extent to which we reached out and joined hands with others in the community.®' he said "We must give ourselves away to others, not in Vietnam, but right here in McHenry " Walter thanked the audience for supporting the teachers who have given of themselves to teach the children of McHenry Heahen added a final word, "Friends, teachers, parents, giving ourselves away is a way to create ourselves anew "It's the only way." THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875 Dr. George Walter, professor emeritus at Lawrence university, spoke to an enthusiastic audience at Parkland school Thursday night on the subject of school-community relations. The title of his presentation was "No Man Is An Island." STAFF PHOTO-JEFF BONATO lf?Fl