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PAGE 14 - PLAINOKALKR - WEDNESDAY, JULV a. 1M1 /" PLAINDEALER • Kdilorial Opinion - " •. " • - Gardener's Blessings The rising cost of food, the prospect that prices will go higher, makes it prudent that more Americans consider the potential of the good earth. For very little effort, it's possible to have as many potatoes, onions, tomatoes, beans, etc.. as a family can consume in a year. The days of plows and mules are past, and it doesn't take a tractor these days to maintain, with relative ease, M good- sized garden. Small garden plots, even terraces, if properly cultivated, can produce a surprising volume of produce. Gardening exercise is good, and fresh vegetables from a garden provide better eating, and save money. Canning or freezing can be a family affair, rather than hard work. The satisfaction of knowing one has grown his own fruits and vegetables, and that there's plenty, some to give away, is not the least of the gardener's blessings. Railroad Proposal Amtrak, the government agency that operates the nation's passenger railroads, has surprised some by a proposal that it begin other economic activities in an effort to bring total operations into the black. Currently, Amtrak is running a deficit of about $853,000,000 for 1982. Amtrak chief Alan Boyd suggests the carrier might be able to operate in the black by the year 1985, if alloweato use its assets for profit-making business efforts. These would include development of real estate (which brings to mind the large ana often profitable real estate holdings sometimes divorced from the parent railroad company) of the Pennsylvania, Southern and other roads in the past. If economic diversification should be successful, the nation might benefit to the extent that many rail passenger routes destined for extinction would survive, subsidized by Amtrak profits in other fields. The Reagan administration has proposed to cut the 1982 subsidy for Amtrak from $853 million to $613 million and this will necessitate ending certain passenger services. The House recently voted $725 million for 1982; the final House-Senate appropriation is still in doubt. Amtrak President Boyd deserves commendation for his effort to make Amtrak subsidy-free, while retaining passenger service now scheduled to be eliminated, through alternative income sources. He should not merely be given this chance; he should be encouraged. Study Economic Effect Of Pollution Rulings A series of informational hearings will discuss the first economic assessment of a rule of the Illinois Pollution Control board. The Illinois Institute of natural Resources is required to study the economic effect of board regulations and this study is the first to be completed under the statutory mandate. The study discusses PCB Rule 602 of water pollution control regulations con­ cerning combined sewer overflows. The study suggests that the cost of separating stormwater drainage lines from domestic sewer lines to prevent polluted overflows is out of proportion to benefits. The rule requiring treatment of combined sewer overflows was designed to protect the water quality of receiving streams and environmental standards which might be Each year since 1954 the McHenry County Dairy Promotion council has parlayed different ways to boost the "wholesome goodness of milk and other dairy products." In that first year-a few weeks after the formation of the McHenry County Dairy Promotion council-- members boosted buying milk by the gallon and in enjoying the convenience provided by the versatile ways dairy products can be served so quickly and easily. In 1955, a large tent and an outside area provided the setting for Dairy Lane, an exhibit of equipment, products and exhibits associated with dairying. Through the years, taste treats of dairy products have been an appetizing at­ traction, and this year the Dairy Promotion council plans to staff the large food booth in Building D on the county fairgrounds. "We'll sell ham and cheese For Your In format i ion Door friends. It ii very Important that tho vital statistic* about tho docoasod that ara antarod on tha doath cortlflcato bo at accurato as possible. This recorded document' Is of great leaal significance in settling death benefits under in­ surance policies and In other matters dealing with the estato. Respectfully, PETERM.JIJSTENI A ST)M FUNERAL HOME plaindealer̂ Qu\^e j0 Summer Fun Letter to the Editor Public Pulse i (1W flAbA MHOM OIM •leaekiM LJ| -- -4 • » - m_ -- i Iff UK 1 rlfht H <»!•«• --y witiiW whlih wo WMlfrr MhIimi w In i number one crop climaxes on Sunday at 2: SO with the serving of almost 90 tons of buttery corn, picked that morning then Late summer Illinois prepares travelers food, fun, and music as celebrate Its most popular warm weather Food feats are expected to whet the appetites of visitors with tons of butter <Hppta( sweetcorn, deep-fried catfish and cold, sweet lee cream. Agricultural happenings can be found all summer tag climaxing with the Illinois State fair in Et. degraded if the regulation was not applied. Roger Kanerva, manager of environmental programs inthe Illinois Environmental Protection agency, ex­ plained that these meetings aae to explain the impact stqdy only and not to con­ sider changing the requirement. IEPA ad­ ministers PCB rules and says that requirements under Rule 602 have been applied in a consistent manner on a statewide basis. The series of meetings are to explain the INR report and the general public is invited to make comments. These meetings are not formal hearings to gather testimony for an immediate board decision to either reaffirm or delete the requirement. The next meeting is July 29-30 at 9 a.m. at the Chicago Metropolitan Sanitary District office, 100 East Erie. M i l k P r o m o t i o n R o l e Of Dairymen Since '54 sandwiches, cheese sand­ wiches, ham sandwiches, cheese by the pound, chocolate and white milk, and our poular frozen milk shake," says Larry Harris, secretary. Diane Heinrich, new McHenry County Dairy Princess, and a host of farmers and their wives will staff the booth. Assisting them part of the time will be members of the McHenry- Lake Pork Producers. "Another popular farm product will be offered during certain hours of the day," said Harris. "The Pork Producers are selling pork- burgers, a tasty treat of ground Dork with less fat than found in sausage. It was a hit last year, and popular clamor prompts the pork producers to extend their hours of participation." N o r m a n H e i n r i c h , chairman of the Dairy Promotion council, is chairman of this year's booth program. PESTICIDE USE "Dear Editor: "California is facing a serious problem-the Mediterranean fruit fly is destroying much of their produce. A controversy has erupted over the method of controlling this insect, and one of the pesticides used- malathion-has been raked over more thoroughly because of the proposed spraying. "It has been reported that recent studies show the insecticide is a 'powerful mutagen' that can cause changes in genes at 'quite low levels'. One doctor says that malathion's effects are incompletely understood, that no studies of its long range effects on reproduction, birth defects, mutations, and cancer have been done. General Motors warns, that malathion could be a problem causing "bubbling or warping" in automobile paint. "Did you know that our community is sprayed ap­ proximately every nine days with malathion for 'mosquito control'? If you don't wait up listening for the spray truck so that you can shut win­ dows, malathion sprays right into your bedrooms. Even with this spraying I can't sit outdoors in the evening without battling mosquitoes. This dose of malathion is in addition to that which we are already consuming on our fruits and vegetables. Is it worth risking the future health of ourselves, our children, and our children's children because we fed we must spray away a discomfort? "Killing the adult m o s q u i t o , w h o i n a l l . likelihood has already laid her eggs for the next brood, is an exercise in futility as well as a waste of money. There are effective means of mosquito control, many of which are in use in McHenry. Most means are- simple and can be done around the home: clean up standing water, cut down weeds, stock ornamental ponds with mosquito eating fish, clean clogged gutters, add a small amount of fuel oil to stagnant pools of water. All we need to control mosquitoes is information and a little work. "Chemicals and their resultant diseases now surround us. Both seem inescapable. Are these to become an accepted way of life in our progressive country? Unless we fight the production and use of pesticides like the semi- effective malathion now, we will soon face monumental man-made disaster. V. ("Quotes from Wall Street Journal, P. 23, July 9,1981") "Sincerely, "Diane Kappen" From Washington by Congressman Lynn Martin / Important legislation is now on the floor of Congress. The Defense budget is un­ dergoing the scrutiny that it deserves. The Congress has made a judgment that the defense of our nation needs shoring up, and the authorization is therefore enormous. A total of $136 billion will be spent, and decisions about how the money should be allocated deserve discussion. The defense bill revises d e f e n s e p r o c u r e m e n t policies. This may not have the excitement of the B-l bomber or the MX missile system, but it does have the potential for making needed expenditures in a more cost- efficient manner. In a change from past policy, it will allow multi- year contracts. This means the Department of Defense can call to get lower bids, exert better quality control, and both the Department and the sub-contractors can plan more accurately. Another part of the Defense bill you may not have read about is the new level of cooperation that will exist between civilian and military personnel in combatting drug traffic. S o p h i s t i c a t e d m i l i t a r y equipment will now be used to try to stop illegal drug trade. Shipments of heroin and cocaine by sea and air have reached a crisis stage; this can help. Within the bill are the dollar amounts for the major programs; $10.3 billion for Navy shipbuilding, $24.6 billion for aircraft procurement, $10 billion for missile procurement and $1.8 billion for M-l tanks and r e l a t e d c o m p o n e n t Garbage disposal Odor To get rid of rotten food odor in garbage disposals, sprinkle baking soda into the drain and flush with cold water for one or two minutes or, put a lemon rind through the disposal. McHENRY, ILLINOIS - 3SS-0063 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 AREA!!! CAU LORRAINE MONAHAN 305-5475 s* M Mttl WHCHtt X ROYAL WELCOME WW YM AKA-WYAL WELCWE MIS IT KST Playful breezes will carry music throughout the state from ChteagoFefttsouth to the DuQuoin State fair. Willie Nelson, the Beach Boys, Charlie Daniels Band and Barbara Mandrell will be among the stars to visit Illinois this summer. Here's where to go: Shakespeare Festival: Through Aug. 6, Ewing Manor. Emerson and Towan*, Bloomix«ton. Journey to merry old end through Shakespeare's famous plays performed 1 the stars by members of the Illinois State uiflversity Theater department "A comedy of Errors," "Julius Caesar," and "A Winter's Tale," are performed Tuesday through Sunday at 8 p.m. on a routing basis. "Green Shows/' featuring Madrigal singers, puppet shows, jugglers and court jesters precede snows at 7 p.rh. shows at 7 p.m. Concerts are offered on Monday evenings. For tickets, call 309-438-7314. Catfish Days: July 29-Aug. 2, Water street, Wilmington. The whole town gets into the act during this five-day bash on the banks of the Kankakee river. Some of the events planned include a mini museum, arts and crafts fair, fashion show, antique flea mailwt, carnival, square dance, stagecoach and pontoon boat rides, and an ice cream social. Children's morning at a farm airport. For more details, call 815-539-6507. Arlington Million Festival: Aug. 20-30, Arlington Park race track, Arlington Heights. Genuine Risk, the youngest Kentucky Derby winner, along with the finest thoroughbreds from Japan to New Zealand have been nominated to run in this mile and one-quarter turf race at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30. Hie top three winners will share a $1 million purse, with $800,000 going to the first prize winner. Other events surrounding the Race include a polo tournament Aug. 23, 26 and 28, an equine parade on Michigan avenue in Chicago Aug. Mat noon, speed jumping derby on Aug. 27, and steeplechase racing and a yearling auction on Aug. 29. Concerts, horse shows, and banquets are all part of the largest equestrian celebration ever. For further information or tickets call 312- 256-4800. DuQuoin State Fair: state ay. over 5,« . fried catfish will be served throughout the fest. For a complete schedule, call 815-476-9841. ChicagoFest: July 29-Aug. 9, Navy Pier, Grand avenue and the lakeiront. Chicago's spectacular skyline is the backdrop for the nation's largest music celebration offeringover $1 million worth of too name entertainment ChicagoFest will again feature a children's and senior citizen's area, ethnic and comedy entertainment, a pinball and electronic game arcade, and food from more than SO of Chicago's finest restaurants. niinoil State Fair: Aug. 6-16, Illinois state fairgrounds, Springfield. The granddaday of Illinois affairs will once again spotlight IUinoisr finest agricultural and domestic products with displays, contests, and demonstrations. Highlighting the fair will be an ethnic festival from 2-9 p.m. daily offering food, entertainment and souvenirs from around the world. Hotels fill quickly, so make reservations well in advance. For further information, call 217-782-6661. The thirty-fourth annual National Sweet Corn festival: Aug. 7-9, downtown Mendota. This three-day salute to Illinois' ~ Aug. 28-Sept. 7. DuQuoin fairgrounds, DuQuoin. Popular artists will be featured along with livestock judging, culinary, demonstrations and traditional fair contests, carnivals, and activities. New this year to the fair is the World Trotting derby Saturday. Sept. 5, at noon. Over 15 three-year-olds will compete tor a $500,000 purse. Auto races are slated for Aug. 29 and 30 at 11:30 a.m. each day. For more information on Illinois attractions and events and for a free copy of the Illinois Calendar of Events, write Illinois Travel Information Center, 208 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, 111. 60601. Comments Sought On School Lunch Reviews procurement. For the first time, the bill provides an­ n u a l a u t h o r i z a t i o n f o r operational and main­ tenance expenses. Parts of the bill are in­ tended to enhance readiness by providing equipment for the Reserve and National Guard component of the Armed Services. All in all, quite a package. There will be changes before it reaches the President^ d e s k . T h e r e a r e s t i l l ' questions to be answered, but it is obvious a stronger America is on the horizon. Our nation, which abhors war, knows a strong defense is the way to peace. Active Some 300 active volcanoes ring the Pacific Ocean from Chile to Alaska, to Japan, and New Zealand. Most land vol­ canoes erupt along the edges of the immense plates which make up the Earth's fragmented crust. MOVING IN - 1 "-ii.it- CONSUMER VCHECKLIST SERVICE LINE MillWV CMAMStll OF COMMERCE FAMILY S8RVK£ 4 MiNTALHCALTH CLINIC 3409 W. Woukogan Road McHonry 385-6400 TURNING POMT-OOMiSTIC VIOLENCE STRESS LINE McHonry County 24 hours a day, 7 days a wook Parents Anonymous moating* on Tuosday. Call 815-344-3944 STATE CNAMBER GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS HOTLINE 217 522-5514 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 202-755-8660 Hours7:30a.m. to5:30p.m. workdays (Ever had a problom involving tha fadaral government and not known where to call? And than boon given the runaround or referrals by persons who meant wall but didn't know how to halp? Ten specialists ovailabla at this center.) NATIONAL RUN-AWAY SWITCHBOARD Illinois Phone: 800-972-6004 (For confidential conversations on problems dealing with run­ away children.) MOVING HOTLINE Phone 800-424 9213 (Complaints about interstate moving by companies, buses or trains. Sponsored by Interstate Commerce commission) CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION Phone 800-638-2666 (For Quwaiioni or Complaints on products ranging from toys to ovans) NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION Phone 800 424-9393 (Answers questions about automobile safety defects or whathar a particular model hat ever bean recalled Valuable for thosa intarested in buying a usad car.) ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDRtN AND FAMILY SERVICES C^ild Abusa Cantar McHonry County (312)546-2130 CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION 800-638-2666 (Operates five national Una*. 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Elm St. , McHenry f ' Phono: 344-3240 24 hour Crisis Intervention ond Confidential Counseling for youth ond families V- ILLINOIS STATE CHAMBER HOTLINf Phone 217-522-5514 Answer to question* on government regulations MENTAL HEALTH The U.S. Department of Agriculture has extended the comment period to Dec. 31 on the comprehensive system for finding and correcting management problems in local school lunch programs, Assistant Secretary Mary Jarratt said this week. Under way since last January, the Assessment, I m p r o v e m e n t a n d Monitoring System (AIMS) sets requirements for state reviews of lunch programs, corrective action on problems turned up by reviews, and plans for recovering federal funds misspent in the program. The new system was put into effect in response to audits conducted by ESDA and the General Accounting office pointing out management problems in the National School Lunch program. Comments should be sent by Dec. 31 to Stanley C. 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