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PAGE 4 - Pl.ALNDEALER - FRIDAY, JANUARY 19. 1979 Correct Tax Form Important / When you figure out your federal income tax, the first question you should ask, even before asking what you owe, is, "What form should I use?". Many people will be able to LENNOX HEATING & COOLING We are involved... * LENNOX CONSERVATOR FURNACE INSTALLATION * HONEYWELL NIGHT SET BACK THERMOSTATS * S SAVING "FLAIR" FLUE DAMPER INSTALLATION (fait UJo&lHVl HEATING AND COOLING LiHMOM Oealer (815)459-2300 (312)526*6286 use Form 1040A,the shorter form, this year. It should be used by people with simple tax situations. It's printed on one side of a sheet of paper and takes you step-by step through the tax calculations right down to the signature. Form 1040 is for people whose circumstances are a little more * HEATING SYSTEM MAINTAI NANCE * FURNACE SERVICING * HUMIDIFIER T ELECTRONIC AIR CLEANER INSTALLATION FINANCING AVAILABLE A Cer t i f i ed 3511 S. WRIGHT RD MCHENRY, IL SINCE 1931 VAN & R.V. HEATERS Complete Kits In Stock INSTALLATION AVAILABLE ADAMS BROS.^4 RADIATOR 3006 W. Rte. 120 McHenry 3850783 complex. It starts at the top and takes you through the form in logical progression. All income calculations are on the front of the page and all deductions on the back. The Internal Revenue Ser­ vice automatically mails you a tax package based on the form you filed last year. But that doesn't mean you must use it. If your circumstances dictate that you should use another form, or if you do not receive a tax package at all, forms are available at any IRS office, Postal Service station, and at many banks. „ The form that is right for you depends on ymir personal circumstances/^ which may vary from year to year. But many taxpayers will find it advantageous io use Form 1040A. The IR§/s urging people who usualt^Ttile the 1040 to carefuly review their situation this year. You may be better off using Form 1040A. In general, Form 1040A is for persons whose total income ONLY$8 50 MO. RENTAL • NO installation charge • NEW fully automatic softeners • TWO year option to buy with f • FULL rental fee deducted / • ONE phone call can answer any questions 312-259-3393 No. 1 in the Fox Valley Area Copyright 1978 was $40,000 or less if they are married and'filing jointly; $20,000 or less for others. In­ come must be from wages, salaries, and tips with not more than $400 in interest or $400 in dividends,and you cannot itemize deductions. For example, you could file Form 1040A if you were paid $18,000 a year in wages; you had some savings account interest and dividends from you stocks, neither more than $400; you rent an apartment and have no interest or real estate taxes to deduct, and your itemized deductions are less than your zero bracket amount. The zero bracket amount is the reaon most taxpayers will be eligible to file a Form 1040A. It replaced the standard deduction and is a flat $2,200 for single persons and unmarried heads of household, $3,200 for married couples filing jointly, and $1,600 for married people filing seperately. If your itemized deductions are more than your zero bracket amount, it is to your advantage to itemize using the 1040 form. The 1040 is also the form for persons who paid alimony; had moving or em­ ployee business expenses; claim the child care credit, tax credit for the elderly, in­ vestment credit, or foreign tax credit. All these involve at­ tachments that are not per­ mitted with Form 1040A. Also, if you had charitable, medical, interest and other itemized deduction totalling in excess of your zero bracket amount, then by all means you should use From 1040. have a nice weekend. kT A &a a0. Choose from a truly outstanding selection of room size, wall-to-wall carpeting. AND BE SURE YOU ASK FOR TIDY'S 90-DAY-SAME-AS-CASH-PAYMENT-PLAN! 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Illinois (815)338 1000 663 Villa( 1 Block E of Rt. 25 on Bus. Rt. 20 ) Elgin. Illinois (312)697-2600 2 rr\, WPSI ^*0* 2020 East New York St ( S^opp«nq Center across • rom Kel rom Kelly Hardware )Aurora. Illinois (312)898-4900 Perspective 180 DEGREE POLICY Bv RONALD REAGAN Would you buy a used car from these men? "...having full diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China only on a basis in which there are assurances that the People's Republic will, not interfere with Taiwan..." (Jimmy Carter, statement reported in the New York Times June 24, 1976). "The United States recognizes the government of the People's Republic of China as the sole legal government of China."-(Jimmy Carter, joint communique on the establish­ ment of diplomatic relations, on U.S. television Dec. 15, 1978.) "There are two Germanys and two Chinas, but we believe these problems can be settled in time, if not in 10 years, in 100 years. Even if we can't settle them in 100 years, we can settle them in 1,000 years." (Teng Hsiao-peng, Tokyo press conference Nov. 23, 1978). "...my hope is that this goal (acquiring Taiwan) can be reached this year. As far as my health is concerned, I can hope to live for about 10 years and that's too/long for the Taiwan question./' ..."We shall try to solve th6 Taiwan question by peaceful means. Whether or not this can * be done is a very complex question. We cannot assume that no other ftieans than peaceful will be used to achieve unification of the motherland. We can't tie our hands. If we did, it would in fact obstruct the realization of this our intention." (Teng Hsiao- peng, Peking press conference, Jan. 5, 1979.) Now, 180 degree turns in policy and rhetoric are stan­ dard procedure for officials in communist countries, but for some reason Americans still seem to expect their presidents to be men of their word. Teng's statement, on the other hand (even though it comes less than a month after Carter announced U.S. recognition of Peking on Peking's terms), should not be surprising. Russia and quick industrialization are China's two grestest concerns, but acquiring Taiwan is sym­ bolically very important to Peking and now that they have legitimized their legal claim to it in the eyes of the world - thanks to Mr. Carter's move - they may soon begin a slow and subtle economic and political squeeze play. It will be just slow enough and subtle-enough so as not to arouse any great outcry from the U.S. Meanwhile, Peking has got American businessmen drooling and looking starry- eyed at what they think is a vast market for their goods. Few of them have come out of their euphoria yet, or else they would begin to learn that the extent of U.S.-China mainland trade may be a lot more limited than they have been expecting. China lacks substantial hard SENIOR CITIZEN'S CORNER HELPFUL IDEAS FOR SUCCK&FUl RETIREMENT Sun Hazards This is the time of year when many young s persons are taking to the ski slopes. You've checked out all your gear -- skis, poles, goggles, gloves and clothing -- and are ready for snow country. Right? Maybe not. Don't forget to take along some sunscreen. Remember, the higher the altitude, the less protection the atmosphere provides against the sun's ul­ traviolet rays. Without adequate sunscreen protection for your nose and face you could easily end up with a serious case of sun­ burn even though the weather is actually at the freezing level. Just as sand and water reflect sun, snow reflects up to 85 per cent of the suns ultraviolet rays. Make sure you pack a good sunscreen before buying a lift ticket. A "good" sunscreen is one that you can apply before going outside and which will continue to protect you throughout the day -- without washing off. Because you don't want to be continually taking off your gloves to apply a sunscreen, find one that offers a one-time application plus lasting protection. currency reserves so will have to acquire American machinery on credit. The Chinese prefer long-term easy- term credit. They would even ' like to pay for the machinery with the goods they produce frorift it (and don't un­ derestimate their ability to one day flood U.S. markets with cheaply-made consumer goods). There is another obstacle, the Jackson-Vanik amendment; Originally aimed at the U S S R., it prohibits the U.S. government from granting most-favored-nation status to those which prohibit free emigration. Since human rights as we know them aren't exactly flourishing on the China mainland, Mr. Carter would have to seek an exemption in this case. If he does, how will the Russians react? Will they squeeze Pakistan, Saudi Arabia? But, in light of recent events, don't look for con­ sistency from Washington. Safety Hints ]| By Alan J. Dixon Secretary of State Previously I listed four safe driving practices to help you offset the dangers of driving in winter. Here ate four ad­ ditional suggestions to follow in this weather. 1.) Get the feel of the road­ way. Start out very slowly. Test your brakes gently after the car is in motion, to find out how much traction you will have. Start slowing down before you come to an intersection, a turn, or a stop. 2.) Always keep a safe distance. Many rear end collisions occur on icy streets because drivers are following too closely. To be safe, you must keep your distance. 3.) Watch for danger spots ahead. Bridges and shaded areas on the roadway may be icy when the other sections of the pavement may be dev. Also, be careful when approaching turns, 4.) No one exacts to be stranded in blizzard conditions, but a good winter driving plan includes carrying a shovel, a heavy woolen blanket and a few candy bars. 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