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This Week's Migrant t Regional Airport System Proposal Presented For Area Twice To ROSE-BREASTED GROSBEAK By Vernon Kleen Drawine bv Aura Duke ("This Week7s Migrant" series prepared and sponsored by the Illinois Audubon society). The beauty of spring would not be complete without the appearance of Rose-breasted Grosbeaks. The male is so strikingly handsome that many people proclaim him to be their favorite bird. He is about the same size as a robin and easily recognized in spring by the contrasting black and white, white patches in the wings and the blood-red triangle on his breast. It would be impossible to confuse him with any other bird. In addition to his hand­ someness, the Rose-breasted Grosbeak is quite a singer providing a robin-like melody which announces his presence and which is used to ward off intruding males. The female is quite different. She has a rather .dull ap­ pearance being brown-and- white streaked-most markedly on the head. She can readily be recognized as a grosbeak, though, by her large, pale, wedge-shaped bill. Rose-breasted Grosbeaks arrive in Illinois in late April or early May; they occur only as migrants in the southern portion of the state but take up residency throughout the remainder. They prefer deciduous and mixed woodlands where the larger trees grow near tall shrubbery, such as along streams, ponds and marshes. As a breeding species, they occur from the Great Plains of eastern Nebraska and Kansas east­ ward and from about Interstate 70 northward through southern Canada on to the east coast. They build a rather flimsy, flatish nest made of twigs, strips of bark, rootlets and fine grasses placed in a crotch of a sappling or tree in second growth thickets. It is usually less than 15 feet above ground. The three to five pale green eggs are spotted or splotched with varying shades of browns or purples. The male and female take turns incubating the eggs nearly two weeks; unlike most other species, the male often sings while making his incubation stint. Both Cool your home without wasting energy with LENNOX* central cooling. Extra efficient. Quiet. Rugged. Find out the differ­ ence between a so- called bargain and the best. Call us for a professional home survey. No obliga­ tion of course. ALTHOFF INDUSTRIES 809 N. FRONT ST. McHENRY CALL 385-5700 parents also participate in the feeding of the young after they have hatched. Rose-breasted Grosbeaks have a mixed diet-about 50 percent plant and 50 percent animal matter. Of the plants, these grosbeaks are quite fond of wild fruits-but apparently cause no damage to cultivated fruits. They also partake of many types of seeds and in spring, eat fresh buds from trees-which is harmless to the trees. The animal matter consists of 90 percent injurious insects-many of which are notable pests-and about 10 percent beneficial insects. In the fall, the male acquires a new plumage quite similar to that of the female; however, some of the rosy breast is still apparent. The young birds all look like the adult female. By September, the birds are beginning their trek south; they will have all departed by the middle of October. They spend the winter season in central America. Next Week: Indigo Bunting Courthouse Squares V Remember when pies were flaky and contract negotiations weren't? Instead of closing down general aviation airports in northeastern Illinois, as has been the trend in recent years, the region should preserve and expand these airports to ac­ commodate corporate aircraft and attract more industry. That is one of the major conclusions presented in the draft Regional Airport System plan for the Chicago metropolitan area. Public hearings on this proposal, which was prepared jointly by four area planning agencies, will be held May 16, 17, 18 and 20. The draft plan seeks to preserve a limited number of conveniently located, properly sized general aviation airports to accommodate future non­ commercial aviation demands and to reduce delays and congestion at O'Hare In­ ternational Airport. In ad­ dition, the proposal would relieve the pressure on O'Hare by returning Midway Airport to maximum commercial use, about 400 flights per day compared to the current two daily passenger flights. Such use of Midway in­ creases the importance of Chicago-Meigs Airport to the downtown business area, which is recommended for continued use as an airport. Businesses and industries are increasingly relying on private aircraft, the proposal states. Today, an important criteria in selecting a new business site often is the nearby location of a general aviation airport. PalWaukee, for example, serves the business jets of over 25 corporations. N e v e r t h e l e s s , m a n y privately owned general aviation airports in the Chicago metropolitan area are in danger of closing because of land development pressure. This has and will have an ad- averse effect on the economic vitMit^ of the region. • Among airports in danger are PalWaukee near Wheeling, Elgin, Crystal Lake, Clow International in Bolingbrook^ and Chicagoland in Lin­ colnshire. In addition to recommending the preservation of these air­ ports, the draft plan calls for improvements to Lewis- Lockport Airport near Romeoville, DuPage County Airport near West Chicago, Aurora Municipal, Waukegan Memorial and Chicagoland Airport. It also recommends the construction of a new general aviation airport near Joliet and improvements to Clow In­ ternational, Crystal Lake, Elgin, Frankfort, Lansing Municipal and Campbells near Grayslake. Airports where changes are not recommended are: An- tioch, Howell in Crestwood, Dacy in Harvard, Gait in Greenwood, Koppie in Kane County, Howell in New Lenox, Sanger near Monee, Schaumburg, and Willhemi near Joliet. The regional airport system plan, which is scheduled for adoption in June, is being developed by the Chicago Area Transportation Study (CATS), Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission, the Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC), and the Chicago Department of Planning, under the direction of CATS. Public hearings on the Illinois portion of the proposal will be held as follows: May 16, 7:30 p.m., Laura B. Sprague School gymnasium, 2425 Riverwoods road, Lin­ colnshire. May 17, 7:30 p.m., Tinley Park Village Hall, 17355 S. 68th Court. May 18, 7:30 p.m. West Chicago City Hall, 132 Main street. May 20, 9:30 a.m., Nor­ theastern Illinois Planning Commission Chambers, 400 W. Madison street, Chicago. NIRPC will also hold public hearings this month on the Indiana portion of the plan. The public is invited to attend any or all of the hearings and to comment on the plan. In ad­ dition, statements for the public hearings record can be made by calling (312 ) 454-0400, extension 239, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., May 15 through 19. State Secretary To Visit County On Road Problems So that traffic problems in McHenry county may be resolved as soon as possible, Sen. Jack Schaffer, R-Cary, said this week he is working to arrange for the state Secretary of Transportation to visit McHenry county as soon as possible. "The fastest way to get our road problems solved is to get the secretary himself up here so we can explain our situation and discuss with him the solutions open to us," Sen. Schaffer said. At an April 23 meeting in Algonquin arranged by Schaffer, Gov. James Thomp­ son met with mayors, trustees, highway officials and political leaders in the area to discuss local highwav problems. The governor s . the meeting he would ask Transportation Secretary John Kramer to visit McHenry county. "The sooner he can get up here, the better. I want Secretary Kramer to know that our highway problems are critical and must be addressed immediately, and I want to know what kind of money is available," Sen. Schaffer said^ He noted two of the worst highway problems in the county-the Route 14 corridor on the east edge of Fox River Grove and the intersection of Routes 31 and 62 in Algonquin- are becoming increasingly hazardos and burdensome because of intense growth in the area. "Both of these sites are inadequate for the traffic flow. Motorists who travel these routes simply shouldn't have to put up with the congestion," the Cary Republican said. "There are many alternative solutions that will solve our traffic problem, but we will un­ doubtedly need state and federal money which requires extensive planning. Until the local government officials have had an opportunity to review these plans and studies, it is my sincere hope that- everyone keep an open mind concerning all of the possible alternatives. I am not sure what the exact solution is for our problem area, but I think we would all agree that we do indeed have a traffic group problem and that government in all levels should try to solve it." FIFTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of May 10, 1928) About forty spectators were present at the regular monthly meeting of the city board held at the city hall Monday evening. The regular monthly bills were read and after Alderman John Stoffel had raised objections to paying certain bills out of wrong funds and after much discussion among the aldermen, the bills were approved by the Finance committee to be paid as read. In regards to the city's payment of its share for the sidewalks in the Wattles sub­ division in the old driving park, the bill for $1,000 for same had been previously tabled and was again tabled. Hunterville Park, a beautiful piece of ground on the east side of the Fox river, right at McHenry, has now been opened to buyers and Kent & Company have taken over the exclusive selling rights on this new subdivision. Situated as it is, within a short distance of stores and amusement centers, these desirable lots promise a quick sale. In keeping with Kent & Company's rigid policy of highly restricting every sub­ division under their contracts, Hunterville Park will also come under these restrictions, both as to price and character of hom^s-- - and as to qualifications of purchasers. FORTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of May 12, 1938) Big men are little boys at heart-especially when a new, shiny, bright red fire truck is placed before their eyes. The satisfied smiles and proud glances of the firemen as they stood on the beach Friday morning, watching their new fire truck undergo the test required by the state, gave evidence of their* enthusiasm for their recent purchase. The new truck was delivered Thursday and Friday morning was put through a three-hour test by members of the Illinois Underwriters bureau to PAGE 9 - PLAINDEALER -WEDNESDAY, MAY 10. 1978 on Hilo, Hawaiian island. The beautiful flower was sent air mail, special delivery, at 2:30 Thursday afternoon and arrived in McHenry at the Justen home at 9:15 Saturday morning. Miss Justen, a registered nurse, is carrying on her profession in a hospital in Hilo. determine whether or not it met the requirements of the state and had the necessary equipment in a perfect con­ dition to aid the firemen in combating large or small conflagrations. One of the most beautiful memorials ever erected in McHenry county has just been completed in St. John's cemetery at Johnsburg in memory of the late John A. < Miller. It is 7 feet 6 inches in length in a combination of gray and black granite, very modern in design. Next week, May 15-21,. is national Air Mail week. A new 6-cent air mail stamp will be issued on May 14 in connection with the celebration. It is ex­ pected that the mail planes are going to carry some heavy loads during the week, as the department is putting much stress on the drive for mailing by air. TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of May 14, 1953) Recent action by the board of Illinois Bell Telephone com­ pany placed the stamp of ap­ proval on another equipment installation for this area, ac­ cording to G.L. Wilburn, Woodstock area manager. The work presently being done concerns the installation of equipment in the telephone building and is scheduled to be completed this month. This project will raise the maximum capacity of the telephone office by over 158 telephones. Newest addition to the staff of the Mcenry Plaindealer is Ronnie Walters, who resides at Wonder Lake with his wife and young son. Mr. Walters is employed in the advertising department. The Johnsburg Tigers won a slam-bang survival of the fittest baseball game from the vets at Elgin last Sunday by a 11 to 10 score. One of the most special gifts received on Mother's day was the orchid sent to Mrs. Nick M. Justen by her daughter, directly from the orchid beds TEN YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of May 15, 1968) The office of the township assessor has been moved to the old bank building, 3922 W. Main street. Anyone who has not yet filed a personal property tax return is urged to do so at once. Gerald W. Pettera • of Gilberts, 111., joined the staff of the Mental Health Center for McHenry county on May 1 and will serve in the capacity of mental health educator. Pet­ tera will work with George Mally, administrator director of the Mental Health center, and Robert Lambourn, director of Pioneer Center for the Ex­ ceptional. His first task will be to study the needs of the county for mental health and mental retardation services. Applications for scholarships in nursing and related fields such as therapy or technical training are now being ac­ cepted by the Woman's auxilairy to the McHenry hospital. Scholarship chair­ man, Mrs. William Landin, announced that all McHenry county high schools as well as Grant Community high school i in Lake county, now have the .•pertinent information for ap­ plying in their offices. EMPLOYMENT SURVEY Local representatives of the Bureau of the Census will c o n d u c t a s u r v e y o f e m ­ ployment in this area during the work week of May 15-20, Stanley D. Moore, director of the Bureau's Regional office in Chicago, has announced. 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