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SECTION 2 - PAGE 6 - PLA1NDEALER - WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10,1980 n m r PLAINDEALER -- Editorial Opinion Bike Report One consumer report magazine has reported on its test of bicycles. Among the interesting observations one that a top-rated ten-speed bike would cost, perhaps, $350 But, the magazine reported, you can come quite close to the same bike for $150 less. So, those about to buy their first ten-speeder can figure on spending $200. In fact, for the beginner or someone buying his or her first ten-speed, it may be wise to go the $200 route. And, says the rating magazine, buy a bike which fits your body. The frame should measure 9 to 10 inches less than the rider's inseam. (The frame is measured from the center of pedal crank to top bar-sizes range from 18 to 25 inches.) On a male's bike, you should be able to stand with both feet flat on the ground, and clear the top bar by about an inch. Saddle height should be adjusted so that the rider's legs are practically full extended with pedal at the lowest position. If the seat has to be raised more than two or three inches to accomplish this, the frame is probably too small. You can push the bike across the floor by holding only the saddle to see if it is properly aligned. And-says the report- buy a lock. Ten-speeders are the choice of bike thieves! TV Effect On Taste Americans are often unaware that among educated and cultured families of the Old World, new American ways, unreserved behavior, haste, informality, commonality, etc., often come as a shock. To many Americans, the Old World upper classes, still clinging to individuality, reserve, dignity, restraint, etc., seem out of date. If we look closely at ourselves, and the commercialism and mass production which activates our behavior, we can understand some of the reactions. Inexpensive, mass-produced junk can bring an end to quality-oriented goods and services. Constant brain-washing by television can affect the lifestyle of millions. The loud and common behavior seen in practically all commercial television programming has an enormous effect. Americans need make no apology for the American way of life. But we need not sacrifice all quality, individuality, discriminating taste, good manners and dignity along the way. Yet U.S. TV pushes hard in that direction. Toys For Tots ^Millions of parents are now in the planning or buying stage for Christmas toys. In recent years tne quality of toys sold to the public has improved, but much junk still floods the market-and sits under Christmas trees every year. A word to the wise is thus in order now-in time. Take a close look at all toys. If they are not sturdily-built, if they appear to be fragile or flimsily constructed, opt for something else. One can be sure children will give most toys some abuse. Too often in recent years the delight of Christmas morning for millions of children has become worthless by Christmas evening, or after a few days. For Your Information %0 W V Dear friends. After receiving pertinent information from the bereaved family, the funeral director prepares the death certificate. The attending physician or coroner will indicate the cause of death thereon. This certificate is then filed with the local registrar in exchange for a burial or removal permit. Certified copies of this official death certificate may be secured as proof of death to settle insurance and other claims. Respectfully, PETER M.JIISTEN & SON FUNERAL HOME PLAINDEALER^ Letter to the Editor Public Pulse (The Plomd*oUr invito th« pwMic »o uit thit column o« an tipttnion of thotr viowt on tubjoctt of gonorol intorott in our community Our only roquott it th«t tho writorc givo lifnoturo full oddr«ti ond phono numbor. Wo otk too, tHot ono individual not write on tho tamo tubjoct moro thon onco o month. Wo rotonro Hi# right to doloto ony motoriol which wo contidor liboiout or in obfoctionoblo totto ) Roll Call Report (Your Congressmen's Vote) WASHINGTON - Here's how area members of Congress were recorded on major roll call votes in the days before the Thanksgiving recess. • HOUSE School Busing--By a vote of 240 for and 59 against, the House passed and sent to the Senate the conference report on an appropriations bill (HR 7584) that would, in part, prevent the Department of Justice from asking federal judges to order school busing. Administration officials say President Carter may veto the bill because of the anti-busing provision. The bill provides 1981 operating funds for the State, Justice and Commerce departments, the federal judiciary, and other agencies. Rep. Silvio Conte, R-Mass., a supporter, said Congress and the president should "let the courts decide the propriety of these provisions." Rep Don Edwards, D-Calif., an opponent, said the busing language "may signal to the nation that the concept of equality of opportunity in education is a concept which we no longer value." Most members voting "nay" opposed the busing provision, although some opponents were contesting other aspects of the bill. Rep. Robert McClory, R-13, voted "yea." Rep. John Anderson, R-16, did not vote. SENATE Consumer Office--The Senate voted 39 for and 32 against to eliminate funding for the Agriculture department's Office of Consumer Affairs. The office has a staff of three and a proposed 1981 budget of $200,000. After Congress defeated President Carter's plan for a government-wide consumer office in 1978, the president ordered each department to set up its own consumer staff. This vote occurred during debate on an agriculture appropriations bill (HR) 7591) which was later passed and sent to conference with the House. Sen. Henry Bellmon, R-Okla., a supporter of eliminating the office, said most Agriculture Department agencies protect consumers. "I see no reason to set up another agency," he said. Sen. Thomas Eagleton, D-Mo., an opponent, said the office would "establish department-wide policy and philosophy on involving consumers in decisions and programs." Senators voting "yea" opposed the Agriculture department's consumer office. Sens. Adlai Stevenson, D, and Charles Percy, R, did not vote. Crop Insurance--By a vote of 38 for and 44 against, the Senate rejected an additional $49 million outlay for advertising and other costs of implementing the new federal crop insurance program. Federally subsidized crop insurance for farmers is to replace government disaster aid payments. An amendment including the additional money was offered to TEACHERS--TAXPAYERS "Editor: "I'm writing to voice my opinion on teachers vs. the taxpayer. I am a teacher's wife, parent and a taxpayer. So I can see all three sides of the situation. "We live on a salary dictated by the taxpayer. We also have the same bills as the average taxpayer. Yet some people think teachers should 'tighten-their-belts' or take a 'pay cut'. We don't tell anyone else to take a cut. We don't vote 'yes' or 'no' to a carpenter, plumber or doctor. We pay them just like everyone else. "There are a lot of good teachers dropping out of the profession only because they cannot afford to stay in it. We are lucky, both my husband and I have full time jobs and my husband is able to coach three sports, which brings in extra money, (and also extends his work week to about 55 hours) "The good teachers that stay in the profession, stay because they enjoy the children and being a part of their lives, present and future "Do parents realize that some of their children go to their teachers with the problems they can't go to their parents with? Be glad the teachers are there! "Teachers are also blamed for not 'raising' a child in class for six hours a day - but where are his parents and what is their responsibility? How far will they go to back up a teacher? Will they hear out both sides of a story or is the teacher 'wrong' because 'my child would never do that'. "For many years, teaching was primarily a woman's job. She taught and was given a check and that, along with her husband's (the bread winner) check, they lived. Now, men are in the profession and they are trying to pay the bills on a second salary check. How many men would stay in that situation? "We're asking people to be realistic, to stop and think before they criticize the people who teach the children, care for the children and worry about the children. "If we, the taxpayers, would offer a fair salary to our teachers, we could be selective when a teaching position opens up in our district. Then we would have quality, not quantity! "Like the ethnic jokes that were told over and over again, we're tired of being put down without having our side heard. "Thank you. "Donna Shepston" JAYCEES SERVE "Editor: "I would like the people in the community of Wonder Laker to know that the Wonder Lake Area Jaycees are here to help. "How? The WLAJ spon­ sored Miss Wonder Lake in 1980. Recently, it purchased the new Wonder Lake fire station a washer and dryer which should save the community considerable future expense on cleaning. "The WLAJ sent a Wonder Lake resident to camp in 1980 at Camp New Hope in Mattoon. "The recent turkey shoot was to provide camp for two at Wonder Lake's residents (handicapped) in 1981. We haven't reached our goal, but we will. "Also, we are considering helping the local Girl Scouts financially. "There are a lot of good projects going on and positive attitudes flaring up and I'm sure Wonder Lakers believe in the Wonder Lake Jaycees as we believe in Wonder Lake. "Personally, I would like to see a blood program in Wonder Lake for Wonder Lake. I'v tried twice un­ successfully, but will try again in 1981. Watch for our snow-softball tournament coming up in January. "Ronald J. Freund "President, Wonder Lake "Area Jaycees" HIGH MOMENTS "Editor: "During the Advent season most of us look for high moments of inspiration v and beauty. It may be present in dazzling decorations, touching closeups of simple love, or inspiring Christmas music. "Those of us who live in the McHenry area can an­ nually count on inspiration from the Choral club's Christmas show, John McHENRY, ILLINOIS - 385-0063 an appropriations bill (see vote above). Sen. Walter Huddleson, D-Ky., a supporter of the amendment, said: "It is very important that the program be implemented effectively and correctly because it is not unlike starting a business venture." Sen. Thomas Eagleton, D-Mo., an opponent, said such funding requests should not come at the last minute. "Even our rather hasty perusal of (the amendment) causes us to believe this is a less than perfect expenditure of $50 million." Senators voting "yea" favored the additional appropriation. Stevenson voted "nay." Percy did not vote. Superfund--The Senate rejected, by a vote of 29 for and 50 against, an attempt to delay consideration of a bill (S 1480) providing $1.6 billion to clean up toxic wastes at the nation's most hazardous dump sites. Opponents of the so-called Superfund wanted to block consideration of the measure on the Senate floor in order to preserve their bargaining power in behind-the-scenes negotiations. A compromise version of the bill, which levies a new tax on the chemical industry, was later approved by a lopsided margin and sent to conference with the House. Sen. Howard Baker, R-Tenn., who favored delaying Senate action, said: "I express my regret that we apparently are at an impasse on this subject." Sen. Robert Byrd, D-W.Va., an opponent of delay, said the compromise bill "might represent a pretty fair consensus of the Senate." Senators voting "yea" wished to delay the Superfund bill. Percy voted "yea." Stevenson voted "nay." ARE YOU NEW IN McHenry Area? SS9SSSSSSSSS Do You Know Someone New? WE WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND A ROYAL WELCOME TO EVERY NEWCOMER TO OUR AREA!!!!! CALL LORRAINE MONAHAN 3855475 JUNE VOIGHT 385-2850 • *0 /Q4r> '0* um trntw Leighty's madrigal singers always come up with a great meal and harmonic ex­ pression of wit and worship from merry ol' England. The Sweet Adelines can be counted on for festive yuletide entertainment at their Christmas breakfast "The school Christmas programs are always an inspiration of youth talent. Our churches have beautiful services and programs. "I recommend the con­ temporary Christmas cantata which is being prepared for the two Sunday worship services at the United Methodist church Dec. 14. Specially for Shepherds was written by Ralph Carmichael and is being directed by Bill Toalson, accompanied by organ, drums, and stringed instrumental ensemble. It is a beautiful Biblical drama that helps us get in touch with the experiences of the original cast of real people. "The reverence and beauty of some of the numbers, like "Unto Us a Child is Born", "Nothing is Impossible" and "Glory to God in the Highest" will linger to enrich this year's Christmas mistique. "Ralph J. Smith" ON WONDER LAKE "Editor: "After reading Mr. Set- zler's letter in Public Pulse I just had to respond. I am sure that a lot of time and thought was put into his letter, but he did not give the facts. In his letter, he stated that in the 14 years that the Master Property Owners association has been in existence, $71,942.00 was collected and there was very little to show for your money, only boat decals, caution lights at the dam, a weed kill, a few lake patrols and some dam inspections. "It seems to me that he forgot a few very important items. We are no different than the other people in the U.S.A., we also pay taxes (on the lake bottom). Also, every so often, we need legal ad­ vice. For instance, when the Village of Sunrise Ridge wanted to install a public beach and public docking for 350 boats on our private lake, we sought out legal advice on how to protect the privacy of the lake. This cost the M.P.O.A. several thousand dollars itself. "If Mr. Setzler had read the treasurer's report of Sept. 14, 1980, (which every delegate has a copy of), he would know that the M.P.O.A. had over $43,000 in C.D. bonds and in their checking account as of that date. Thus, the total cost of running our lake to date is less than half the dues collected. "In the first seven years of the M.P.O.A. existence, the cost per lot equalled l-10th of a cent per day per lot. The next seven years (with the cost per lot raised to $1.50 from the former .50 per lot), the cost per lot equalled 4- 10th of a cent, if you figure we spent less than half of all dues to date. It cost the property owners of Wonder Lake less than two cents a week per lot for the en­ joyment of fishing, swim­ ming, boating, skiing, ice skating and snowmobiling for themselves and their relatives and friends. ."Also, this lake is not in as bad condition as some people would make it out to be. Sure, we have to dredge a few deep holes to catch the silt being washed down the creek. We also hope to have the engineering firm of Consoer, Townsend and Associates check out our dam and receive bids on repairing same to bring it up to 100 percent perfect shape again. This year, when we receive the bids, we will publish the cost in the paper to keep everyone informed. "As for a park district to take care of the running of our private beaches and lake (which is to include everything in our fire district boundaries) this is what the developers and persons owning large plots of land are waiting for so that they can receive lake use for all of their property. I think we would have the biggest building boom in the State of Illinois. This would also force us to install a sewage disposal plant at our ex­ pense. It would also involve the payment of five com­ missioners, one area superintendent, three laborers, one truck driver, etc. just to keep the grass cut on the eighteen beaches...nothing else. "I could go on and on, but maybe somebody else with a few minutes to spare and some concern for the future of our private lake will take over the rest of Mr. Setzler's article. "Sincerely, "Walter O. Miller" WINTER DRIVING TIPS "Editor, "With the arrival of winter, motorists often get stuck in snow, on ice, or on slippery slopes and grades. 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"There is a solution to this problem. Available at one of our local lumber yards, is a piece of heavy steel matting. A piece 8-feet by 2-feet can be purchased for about $4. Cut in half, and you have two heavy grids 4-feet long and 2- feet wide. Some auto supply stores sell plastic mats for $2 and $3, but they are not as good. "Use heavy tin snips or a bolt cutter to cut the metal in half. "Use with rough side down, so the irregular surface will grip ice or snow. "By going forward four feet at a time, you can ex­ tricate your car from almost any slippery spot or up against a curb. Accelerate slowly so wheels do not spin. Many times you might get stuck where help is not readily available. Also, $4 is quite a bit cheaper than calling a tow truck. "When starting your car on a cold morning, press the accelerator to the floor board - all the way ~ slowly. "Then let it come back up all the way. "Then, turn the key, but do not step on the gas until the car starts. "Pressing down the ac­ celerator sets the choke just right to start the car. If you step on the gass too soon, you flood the carburetor and then you're in trouble. "Waldo N. Poerschman "1322 Oeffling drive "McHenry, 111. 60050" INSURANCE CLAIM CHARGE "Editor, "The Northern Illinois Medical associates, the largest group of health care providers in McHenry county, has recently in­ stituted a policy of charging from $3 to $5 for filing in­ surance claims. "All of us pay a con­ siderable amount of money for health insurance as well as a considerable amount for medical expenses not covered by our insurance policy. To pay an additional amount for a "service" that is designed to bring revenue for the medical associates seems not only cold and mercenary, but also an invitation for patients not to file insurance and not pay their medical bills. "If the Northern Illinois Medical associates feel that they can add on a charge to already inflationary medical costs, perhaps people may consider alternative health care providers. "Very Truly Yours, "Joseph Cools, "7409 E. Wooded Shores, "Wonder Lake" Ask Public Comment On Aid Experiment The Illinois Depigment of Public Aid is asking for written public comments on its Monthly Reporting- Retrospective Accounting Experiment. The experimental project will measure the effects of requiring public aid recipients to report their incomes and household circumstances to public aid offices on a monthly basis. Public Aid Director Jef­ frey C. Miller said, "A system of monthly reporting may ensure more accuracy in determining continued eligibility for public aid recipients and in calculating benefits because it will be able to respond more quickly to the changes that occur in the recipient's income and household circumstances. However, the administrative costs will have to be closely monitored to determine whether or not such a system is feasible." The Peoria county public aid office and the southeast district office in Cook county will serve as test sites for the project. Funding is being provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. A complete explanation of the project may be obtained by writing to the address below. Written comments or suggestions concerning the project should be submitted by Dec. 31 to Stephen E. Spence, supervisor, Plan­ ning and Program Development, Illinois Department of Public Aid, 316 South Second street, Springfield, 111. 62762. ol Serv*ce Profe^0" Director EARL R. WALSH & JACK WALSH INS. Flit Auto farm Ma Raprasantlnf RfllAlif COMPANIES 4410 W 110 McHanry HS3N0 DENNIS CONWAY AUTO IIH fill State Fan IRS. CO. Ml*W ElmSlfat McHanry III JAMES M. 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