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I'AGE It - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. APRIL 8.1981 PLAINDEALER " Kdilorial Opinion Attempt On Life Surely a majority of Americans are now in favor of strong congressional action to protect U.S. presidents-in the wake of the attempt of President Reagan's life. One suggestion is a new law making all such attempts punishable by death-perhaps within a limited time. Congressional action making kidnapping punishable by death helped to curb that crime 40 years ago. While the nation felt relief that Mr. Reagan survived, this tragic incident demonstrates the shocking level of violence in modern America. Drug abuse (Reagan's would-be killer was reportedly arrested in California on drug charges) and glamorized television crime play a role in the country's rising crime level. Isn't it time new efforts are made to achieve reform on both fronts? Citizen Groups In the post-war decades, many public interest organizations have sprung up in this country. Many of them have taken as their central theme the proposition that big business needs more policing. This approach has been accepted by millions of Americans. Several erf these public interest organizations have become powerful and well financed. One political writer speculates on what he sees as the self- defeating court approach now utilized by such organizations. He fears that public interest lawyers make a living at their jobs today. He thinks remedies should be sought in Congress. He notes a recent turnabout among many of these organizations in seeking federal funding for their activities. And that, of course, will eventually lead to federal control, which in turn would mean a bigger bureaucracy. In short, there is a timely question about the future of these public interest organizations. It would seem unwise for them to become federally financed, especially if their primary approach remains one of suing the government. It's good to have watchdog groups, if they remain that, and are genuine expressions of the people's will, and if they, in general, utilize the democratic process to seek redress in Congress. Ring Horror Last month newspapers told of the death of a young boxer in champic He was 24 and had won the 1979 state championship for light Pennsylvania, a former amateur (Golden Gloves) champion. heavies. On the same day the papers carried that tragic story, a state boxing official in New Jersey denied charges that another 24-year-old fighter, critically injured in a bout two days earlier, had received inadequate medical attention after absorbing a beating in the ring. These are the latest tragic incidents in a continuing horror of ring death and permanent injury. And after each incident, there is usually an investigation, wondering aloud how it could have happened. A few months ago it was death in Canada, before that Mexico. The answer to questions by sincere people (in the industry, of course, many earn a living from it) is simple. People get killed and seriously injured in boxing because two males nit each other as hard as they can, trying to knock each other senselss. Often they do. Unfortunately, television is now exploiting boxing again for its profit potential and the so-called but misnamed "sport" is being nationally publicized, adding to its appeal. This, despite the fact that boxer after boxer is killed or suffers permanent brain damage time after time after time. Headgear, mandatory headgear, would stop much of the death and brain damage, not all. But then, that would hurt the gate, some fear, and might cut down on profits and thrills~of seeing a stricken fighter fall senseless to the canvas. We can't have that! Roll Call Report (Your Congressmen's Vote) WASHINGTON - Here's how area members of Congress were recorded on major roll call votes March 19-25. HOUSE Committee Budgets--By a vote of 184 for and 225 against, the House rejected the more austere of two proposals for holding down the budgets of the 24 House committees. Most members voting for the measure were Republicans and most opponents were Democrats. The rejected proposal sought to cut committee budgets by Afghanistan. Reagan said during the campaign he would end the embargo, but as President ne has not followed through. Hie vote came during debate on S 509, the milk price supports bill (see vote below). Supporter John Melcher, D-Mont., said "our farmers do not appreciate being singled out to serve as a pawn in a diplomatic chess game." No senator spoke against the resolution, which is not binding on the president. Although all senators voting "yea" wanted the embargo For Your Information 1 > Dear frionds. Social Security pays monthly disability bonofits to workors wndor 090 45 (mala or fomalo, and thoir families) who havo worked long onough under S.S. and who become disabled. Also disabled widows and widowers and certain disabled surviving divorced spouses of workers who were insured at death, qualify for S.S. disability benefits-from as early as age 50. Adjustments In Nutrition Program 10 percent of what the panels actually spent in 1980. The other, less-austere measure - adopted by a near-unanimous vote - reduced 1981 committee spending by 10 percent of what was authorized in 1980. Because authorizations are higher than money actually spent, the latter measure still permitted a six percent hike over 1980 committee spending levels. The votes came during debate on H Res 115 which, as later approved, authorized about $39.6 million for 1981 committee budgets. Most of the money pays staff salaries. Supporter Robert Michel, R-Ill., said "congressional committee staffing has increased at intolerable levels" without any accompanying increase in congressional oroductivity. Opponent Frank Annunzio, D-Ill., said "Congress must have adequate resources to do its work and the mo6t vital part of our work is performed by our committees." Members voting "nay were opposed to a deeper cut in committee budgets. Reps. Robert McClory, R-13, and Lynn Martin, R-16, voted "yea." SENATE Grain Embargo--The Senate adopted, 58 for and 36 against, a resolution urging President Reagan to lift the embargo on grain sales to the Soviet Union that former President Carter imposed last year in response to the Soviet invasion of Respectfully, PETEPM.JISTEN /e, SDN FUNERAL HOME William L. Kempiners, director of the Illinois Department of Public Health, has announced adjustments in participation eligibility for recipients of the Women, Infants and Children (WlC) nutrition program The adjustments will result in the eventual removal from the program of approximately 6,000 persons who are now receiving supplemental foods. The changes in criteria were necessary because the federal funding for the WIC program during fiscal year 1981 is approximately $9 million less than had been anticipated at the beginning of the fiscal year. "The WIC program is funded entirely by federal money," he explained "At the beginning of the current year, we anticipated a total of $44,016,836 We were in­ formed in mid-January, however, that the total amount we will receive for fiscal 81 is $36,383,422 " Food costs have risen higher and faster than anyone anticipated, forcing the federal government to reallocate its funding to the states. In order to adjust the Illinois WIC program to the federal funding reallocation, and yet continue to provide services to those mothers and children most in need, the state Jiealth department has had to modify the eligibility criteria. "Since the beginning of the WIC program, we have included recipients in all six of the Federally defined categories of eligible per­ sons," Kempiners said, "with the first category comprising those who have the highest need We have now had to make an ad- PLAINDEALER Letter to the Editor Public Pulse TK« Fleindtoler invitti th# public to uit »hn column at on tiprttnon of thoir viowrs on sub|««ts of gonorol mtorost in our community Our only roquost is that tho wnttri givo tignofuro full oddrost and phono number Wa osk too that ono individual not writ* on tho soma sub|»cf mora thon ones o month Wo rosorvo tho right to doloto any motonal wrhtch wo constdor libolous or in obfoctionablo tosto SUPER SUPPORT "Editor: • "We would like to recognize a group of ardent basketball fans, both students and adults, who followed our team this year. "This support was very important to us. Much of the time the McHenry crowds were larger than the home teams in the various gyms throughout the conference "It really makes a team feel great to have this super support. "We hope we have justified this following by our hustle and deter­ mination. "Some of us will be back next year and We hope to see the crowd with us again. "Ken Ludwig "For the McHenry "Varsity Basketball "Team and Coaches" EMPLOYEE IMAGE "Editor: "A friend and I attended a 2 p.m show in McHenry April 1. During the per­ formance. we noticed two people smoking in the seating-viewing area of the theatre We contacted the manager and he approached the two. "In the lobby, after the show (approximately 3:40 p.m.) we saw that the two smokers were in Com­ monwealth Edison uniforms. We asked them if they were on duty. They answered 'No, we are on our way to work at 4:30 1 "I then asked for an I D card, which only one em­ ployee gave me and I proceeded to call Com­ monwealth Edison office to verify if they were on or off duty. In the meantime, the two left in a Commonwealth Edison car and I still had the employee's I D card in my hand "They must have reconsidered and returned to the theatre lobby. When I reached the Commonwealth Edison representative on the phone, he replied. 'They are on duty and to return at 4:30'. I explained the situation and the representative told me he did not know if he would report the incident or not, as it was his decision -- maybe no action would be taken at all. "This infuriated me as a paying customer of Com­ monwealth Edison and I do not expect my increase in rates to be wasted on two employees to be sitting in a theatre for two hours en­ joying a movie. The representative also stated it involved union and possibly they could be docked for a day's wages. I asked him if I could contact him in a week to see what action was taken He said I could, but he could not assure me that anything at all would be done. "We feel it is a very bad image that these two Commonwealth Kdison employees are giving the public. Is this what our utility bills are paying for- two employees viewing a movie for two hours instead of working? "Perhaps we need less employees such as this to c ut costs so our rates will go down in the future. Also, we feel our safety was violated by their smoking in a beautiful, newly-refurbished theatre! "Barbara C. Olson "McHenry" lifted, many erf them were willing to settle for this advisory measure rather than a stand that might have forced the president's hand on the issue. Senators Alan Dixon, D, and Charles Percy, R, voted "yea." Milk Supports--The Senate passed, 88 tor and 5 against, ana sent to the House a bill (S 509) cancelling the scheduled April l hike in milk price supports. Supporters said this will save $147 million and keep the price of a gallon of milk from going up 8 cents. Supporter Walter Huddleston, D-Ky , said "a vote for this legislation is not a vote in any way against the dairy farmers of this country." No opponents spoke against the bill. Senators voting "yea" opposed hiking milk price supports April 1. Voting for: Senators Dixon and Percy. ARE YOU NEW IN The McHenry Area? Do You Know Someone New? WE WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND A ROYAL WELCOME TO EVERY NEWCOMER TO OUR ARE/." CALL LORRAINE MONAHAN 385 5475 » urn uncim ft r*> tint mi am mtmmt a *0* justment by not re-certifying those in categories five and six when their six-month certifications expire." Between now and the end of June, about 6,000 of the current 81,000 WIC recipients will no longer be eligible for the program The categories, listed in the order of medical priority are: 1 --Pregnant women, breast-feeding women, and infants at nutritional risk, or with other documented nutritionally related medical conditions II-- a) Except those in­ fants who qualify for priority I, infants (up to 6 months of age) born of women who were not WIC participants during pregnancy, but whose medical records document that they were at nutritional risk during pregnancy, or have other documented nutritionally related medical conditions. I I I -- C h i l d r e n a t documented nutritional risk or other documented medical conditions which are related to inadequate diet. IV--Pregnant women, breast-feeding women, and all infants at nutritional risk because of an inadequate diet. V--Children at nutritional risk because of an inadequate diet, but with no related medical condition. VI--Postpartum women at nutritional risk, but with no related medical condition. Kempiners emphasized that only those persons in categories five and six will not be re-certified for par­ ticipation in the program. The federal guidelines do not require a state to serve recipients in all six categories. The WIC program is a program designed to provide eligible mothers, and their children, with foods that are high in nutrition, especially iron Supplemental foods such as milk, eggs, cheese, iron-fortified cereals, fruit juices and iron-fortified formulas are provided free of charge to participants. Currently, there are 52 local WIC agencies providing services to 81,000 recipients in 60 of the state's 102 counties. Building Permits The following building permits have been issued by the City of McHenry in March of 1961. Edwin and Susan Krakowski, 106 Canterbury drive, fence and pool. Jim Dercole, 3906 Kane, fireplace. Bob Rossa, 4811 W. Elm street, sign. Ron Howard, 1511 N. North drive, storage building. Mrs. Brown, 5005 W. Ashland drive, fence. Locker's Flowers, 1213 N. Third street, sign. Lee and Paula Ekstrom, 5505 Brittany drive, fence. McHenry Auto Clinic, 4611 W. Elm street, sign. Russell's Furniture Ltd., 4507-B W. Elm street, sign. Phillip Grande, 3914 W. Main street, sign. E.J. Bousser, 1615 N. Park street, extend roof. Tom Arvanitis, 4621 W. Elm street, alteration to rest. Jack and Lori Bowlin, 1230 Tamarack court, single family dwelling. Mr. and Mrs. John Scudella, 923 Royal drive, enclose patio. From Washington Oar Rocker The rocking chair belongs to the nineteenth century and the Ujnited States. Several unique types came from New England, such as the Salem and Boston rockers. By Lynn Martin The time now comes when the percentage of time I spend in the district and in Washington reverse. Up to now, I've been spending a minimum of three days a week in the district. A short time ago I was home for a nine day stretch. I, of course, like that. Washington may be a lovely city, but it's not northern Illinois. But, you elected me to be part of the legislative process and now the in­ creased tempo of that schedule means a bit of homesickness for me. Some members of Congress feel they shouldn't tell con­ stituents when one is in Washington and somehow pretend that one is always home I think they've misunderstood you. the voters. You don't want your representative to lose touch with the district and you know that a member of Congress will and should spend time in committee and on the floor at the Capitol So, I'm continuing the same procedures I followed when I was a state representative and state senator, and the legislative schedule went to four or more days a week. When there are days available, I'll be home. When home, part of my time is exclusively for my family^ I could act no differently. During this same period, when I'm in Washington, I become totally anti-social. If you belong to a group and want me at a reception in Washington, please accept my sincere regrets. Cer­ tainly, someone from my office may attend and since ROYAL WELCOME KNOW VOW AREA ROYAL WELCOME DOES IT BEST McHENHY. ILLINOIS - M5-0Q43 SERVICE LINE McHENRY CHAMBER OF COMMCftCE -•? 315-4300 FAMILY SERVICE « MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC 3409 W Woukegan Road McHenry 388 6400 TURNING POI^T-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE STRESS LINE McHenry County 24 hours a day. 7 days a week Parents Anonymout meetings on Tuesday. Call 815-344-3944 STATE CHAMRER GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS HOTLINE 217-522 5514 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 202 755 8660 * Hours 7 30 o.m. to 5:30 p.m. week days (Ever had a problem involving the federal government and not known where to call? And then been given the runaround or referrals by persons who meant well but didn't know how to help? Ten specialists available at this center.) 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As a member of the Budget committee, and more specifically, the Recon­ ciliation subcommittee. I'll be working. I'm guessing the work days will start lasting 13 to 15 hours. Oh, by the way, I'm not complaining. So far, at least, I feel I may be able to be part of the changes you wish to see enacted. Certainly, what more can a representative ask? So, I'll be home the week after Easter, Memorial day weekend and a break over the Fourth of July. There will be intervening weekends when I can be home and how I'll look forward to that. So. keep calling and writing the office. That helps me keep in touch I'll keep writing the column and going on radio and do some T V. when I'm home so you'll know I'm alive and kicking. When home, there'll be a few speeches and I'll try to be in every county. Basically though, late April, May, June and July. I'll learn .what heat really means in Washington - both literally and figuratively. Then, in early August, I'll take the last jet plane and, like the song, be home for a while The sampler we've all seen is totally right; there's no place like it. Legislators State Senators Jack Schaffer (R.) - 33rd. 56 N. Williams St. Crystal Lake, 111., 60014 Phone: 455-0309 Springfield Phone: 217-782-6525 Karl Berning (R.) - 32nd. 625 Deerfield Road Deerfield, 111., 60015 Phone: 312-945-3200 State Representatives Thomas J. Hanahan (D.) 4801 W. Route 120 McHenry, 111, 60050 Phone: 385-3427 Springfield Phone:* 217-782-6476 Dick Klemm <R.) 3 W. Crystal Lake Ave. Crystal Lake, 111., 60014 Phone: 455-6330 Springfield Phone: 217-782-8000 Jill Zwick (R.) 205 West Main West Dundee, 111., Phone: 428-5727 60118 Room 1128, Stratton Building Springfield, 111., 62706 Phone: 217-782-8179 U.S. Congressmen Lynn Martin (R.) 1318 E. State Street Rockford, 111., 61105 Phone: 800-892-0740 1303 N. Richmond Rd- Room 1 McHenry, 111., 60050 Phone: 344-3939 1208 Longworth Bldg. Washington, D C. 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