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PAGE 14 - PLAINDEALER - TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24. 1981 > -- Pl.AINDEALtR Editorial Opinion Autumn Stars The cold crisp air and longer nights of autumn provide a chance to study the stars and planets. This month, the closest planet to the sun is Mercury-see it in the southeastern sky just before sunrise. After sunset, you can find Venus - very bright in the southwestern sky! Mars will appear about midnight-with a reddish tint. Can you find it, in the constellation Leo? The twu biggest planets of our solar system will not be visible until 3 or 4 o'clock a.m. They're in the constellation Virgo, in the east, which is near Leo. (Suggestions for finding various planets are bas^d. on mid-month positions.) The new moon this month (full moon was the 11th) appears Thanksgiving night--the 26th. Cocaine Threat The latest federal study shows that cocaine-known as coke but not to br confused with the popular soft drink-is now a Irug world tnan marijuana. Drug enforcement officials report an explosive increase in bigger item in the drug world the u*.e of this drug in the last four years. The increase, federal officials say, has resulted partly because of the widespread impression that the use of cocaine is relatively harmless. But Dr. Everett Ellingwood, a Duke university School of Medicine psychiatrist, warns this is an illusion. He was recently quoted as saying frequent use of cocaine, or high dosage, can be just as harmful as Denzedrine and almost as harmful as heroin. It can cause paranoia, hallucinations, delusions of grandeur and manic depression. In addition to all this, it is extremely expensive. Those hooked on cocaine often spend thousands weekly to supply their habit Addicts sniff it or inject it in their veins or smoke it-sometimes mixed with other drugs. Dr. John Grabosaki of the National Institute of Drug Abuse says smoking it is the rno6t dangerous form of use. The drufc works on the brain for only about an hour. Thus users often need a steady supply-at enormous cost. A recent survey showed that 12 percent of high school students questioned tiad tried it. Obviously our churches, newspapers and social workers need to stress the dangers and disadvantages of this drug more. It's not harmless hut a very real threat to any victim's future happiness and health. Roll Call Report (Your Congressmen's Vote) WASHINGTON - Here's how area memebers of Congress were recorded on major roll call votes Nov. 5-10. HOUSE Nuclear Power--The House rejected, 90 for and 304 against, an amendment to continue the requirement that public hearings on the safety of a nuclear power plant be completed before the Nuclear Regulatory commission can issue an operating license The vote cleared the way for an industry- backed streamlining that will allow temporary licensing after NRC staff safety reports are turned in but before the public hearing process has run its course. The vote occurred during ck natt. on an \RC funding bill (HR 2330) that was sent to the Senate. Supporter Edward Markey, D-Mass., said "there is no licensing backlog... no need to truncate the public participation process...no crisis at hand in the delay of nuclear power plants." Opponent James Broyhill, R-N.C., said that by 1984 as many as 11 completed plants will be awaiting operating permits. The streamlining, he said, will "get them on stream, not sitting there idle costing the consumers billions of dollars." Members voting "nay" wanted new nuclear plants to be able to operate with temporary permits pending completion of public hearings. Reps Robert McClory, R-13, and Lynn Martin, R-16, voted "nay." Uranium--By a vote of 100 for and 293 against, the House enriched uranium for use by the recipient country reactors. The proposed ban woula exclude uranium sold for nuclea h o r Y o u r I n f o r m a t i o n Dear friends, A funeral director mutt be depended upon to offer sound advice and suggestions to safe-guard a bereaved family against unnecessary or extravagant expenditures. The desire of every family to perform a final act of love Oi <1 tribute should not mean a finan­ cial burden to the survivors for years to come. Respectfully, to' PETERM.JISTENI & SON FUNERAL HOME "Quality" Theme Of SBA "Quality" will be the new watchword in directing agency loans to small business, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced. "In the past," SBA Ad­ ministrator Michael Car­ denas explained from the agency's headquarters in Washington, "SBA put far too much emphasis on 'quantity' in its loan programs. The philosophy was, 'Get the money out,' regardless of whether or not the client had a real chance of succeeding in his or her small business. "That philosophy resulted in approval of far too many bad loans. We cannot permit such an approach to con­ tinue. SBA is a business organization, not a social organization," Cardenas said. Richard D. Durkin, SBA's regional administrator in Chicago, said Cardenas already had relayed the new . agency philosophy to all field gffices. "Our numerical goals have been abolished," Durkin said. "Operating plans for our own SBA office will incorporate this new philosophy of quality over quantity." Cardenas also said the agency will eliminate a policy of quotas for loan making. "That is not to say we will abandon our help to women, minorities, the handicapped and veterans. We will make special efforts to help those entrepreneurs who face unusual difficulties in the private financial markets. "But I want to emphasize that SBA is for everyone, everyone who wants to start a small business or expand an existing one." "At SBA," Cardenas added, "we have changed the philosophy governing administration of all of our lending programs to em­ phasize the quality of loans versus the quantity of loans. I believe we can emphasize quality and still fulfill our role as a lender of the last resort. "By statute, we must require 'reasonable assurance of repayment' on all loans. Unfortunately, this requirement had been subordinated to ad­ ministrative considerations such as numerical goals and quotas. Reasonable assurance of repayment must be the overriding consideration. "We often are providing a valuable service to a potential business person when we say 'no' to their loan request. We cannot continue in the business of allowing everyone the op­ portunity to fail at the taxpayers' expense." MISSILE TALKS DISMANTLE YOUR. SS-ZOs ANP 1VE" WONT PEPL.OV OURS' EAST" WEST TALKS Volunteers For Tax Help Volunteers are needed to participate in VITA, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program spon­ sored by the Internal Revenue Service during the 1981-82 filing season. In the VITA program, volunteers are recruited to provide free assistance to taxpayers who are unable to pay for preparation of their tax returns. VITA volun­ teers, frequently college students, members of f n < > o < > o < • BUILDING PERMITS rejected an amendment to prevent the export of highly in research anium sold abroad as fuel for nuclear power plants. This was billed as a nuclear non-proliferation issue on the grounds that highly enriched uranium is potentially a nuclear bomb ingredient. The amendment was offered to HR 2330 (see preceding vote). Supporter Richard Ottinger, D-N.Y., said the amendment "sends a very badly needed signal to the world of our seriousness here in Congress about preventing proliferation of weapons-grade material." Opponent Marilyn Bouquard, D-Tenn., said "do not be fooled into thinking this is a vote on non-proliferation," and she called the amendment "a direct affront" to allies in Western Europe and elsewhere that buy highly enriched U.S. uranium. Members voting "yea" wanted the U.S. to stop selling allies highly enriched uranium for use in research reactors. McClory and Ms. Martin voted "nay." SENATE Davis-Bacon--By a vote of 55 for and 42 against, the Senate killed a plan to exempt FY 1982 military construction from the Davis-Bacon act. A favorite of organized labor, the act requires that workers on federally-contracted jobs be paid at the area's prevailing wage rate. The vote occurred during debate on the 1982 military construction bill (HR 3455), later sent to conference with the House. Sen Henry Jackson, D-Wash., a supporter of preserving Davis-Bacon, said "there is no persuasive evidence that it has been a source of inflationary pressure on the construction industry wages or in the cost of construction." Opponent Strom Thurmond, R-S.C., estimated that Davis- Bacon increases federal construction costs by 8-to-12 percent at a cost to taxpayers of $4 billion annually. Senators voting "nay" opposed the Davis Bacon act. Senators Alan Dixon, D, and Charles Percy, R, voted "yea." Clinch River--By a vote of 50 for and 45 against, the Senate killed a proposal to require private industry to pay half the $180 million FY 1982 cost of the government's Clinch River, Tenn., breeder reactor project. Because of investor uncertainty over the $3.2 billion demonstration project, cost-splitting would have jeopardized its future. The liquid-metal fast-breeder reactor, generating more fuel than it consumes, is seen by its supporters as a source of electricity that could ease U.S. energy shortages. The vote c^me during debate on HR 4144, which was headed Building permits were recently issued by the McHenry County Depart­ ment of Building and Zoning to: George Hiller of 3909 N. Spring Grove road, McHenry, to construct a storage building. McHenry township. Permit fee -- $223.50. Barbara W. Wahl of 2311 N. Orchard Beach road, McHenry, to build an ap­ proximate $15,000 room addition to existing residence. McHenry Township. Permit fee -- $161.26. Richard Adams, 3017 W. Illinois 120. McHenry. to construct workshop and office at existing address. McHenry township. Permit fee -- $709 08. Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Masters of 5801 Ami drive, Richmond, to construct a three-bedroom residence at 4818 Hill Road, Richmond. Richmond township. Permit fee -- $582. business, retirement and civic groups, receive a three- to-five-day training course in basic income tax law and preparation. VITA instructors and training materials are provided free of charge by the IRS. Training classes will be conducted in early January through the first week of February, and will be held at convenient locations for volunteers and instructors. VITA volunteers assist the lower income, handicapped, elderly and non-English speaking individuals who often need explanation of special credits and deduc­ tions for which they may qualify. More complicated issues, such as capital gains and losses and business income, are beyond the scope of the VITA program, according to the IRS, and are not covered. VITA programs can be sponsored by local civic or fraternal organizations, educational institutions, churches and social groups. For the convenience of those who cannot travel to an IRS office, most VITA organizations provide assistance at local schools, libraries and community centers. Persons or organizations interested in the VITA program may contact the VITA coordinator at 886-4669 in Chicago or (800 ) 972-5400 elsewhere in Northern Illinois for additional in­ formation. PLAINDEALER^ Letter to the Editor Public Pulse (Th» Ptaind*ol*r invlt«s tit* public to u»9 thit column at on •xpr«tftion of th«ir viewt on >ub|»ct» of gtntrol inform* in our community. Our only roquott ii that tho writers givo slgnaturo. full address and phono number. We ask too that one individual not write on the same «ub|ect more than once a month We reserve the right to delete any material which we consider libelous or in ob|ectionoble taste I "The League of Women Voters' study, focusing attention only on the Juvenile Court, represents what concerned citizens can do -- become involved, learn what the system is all about, and work to improve the system. "Sincerely, "David J. Klasing "Director" WHO KNOWS? 1. How many U.S. presi­ dents celebrated birth­ day anniversaries in November? 2. Name the presidents. 3. Name the capital of Maine. 4. When did the U.S. launch the first earth satellite? 5. Who discovered di- chlorodiphenyl-trichlor- methane (DDT)? 6. When did American troops land in Africa in World War II. 7. Who was the American general in charge of the landing? Answers To Who Knows 1. Five. 2. James Polk, Zachary Taylor, Franklin Pierce, James A Garfield and Warren G. Harding. 3. Augusta. 4. Explorer I, January 31, 1958. 5. Dr. Paul H. Muller, a Swiss chemist. 6. November 7, 1942. 7. General Dwight D. Eisenhower. 8. November 11, 1918. 9. November 11, 1889. 10. November 19, 1863. "Editor: THE JUVENILE COURT "The recent study of the Juvenile Court completed by the League of Women Voters in Illinois will produce public reaction both negative and positive. The general public may react by 'what dif­ ference does it make' but participants in the system can be challenged to look at their performance in the Court which is supposed to provide individual justice for minors.' "The study of the Juvenile Court in McHenry county pointed out strengths and weaknesses of the system. As the director of the Court Services department of McHenry county I commend the League of Women Voters for the thoroughness of the study and endorse the recommendations suggested at the conclusion of the report. "McHenry county is fortunate, I believe, to have committed and dedicated for final passage and a House-Senate conference. Sen. Bennett Johnston, D-La., who voted to kill the cost- sharing proposal, said "the breeder reactor is recognized by all industrial countries as being on the edge of technological development." Opponent John Glenn, D-Ohio, said that "if we ask (private investors) to meet 50 percent of the costs of this project, it will put them on the line. If they want this reactor, they can help fund it." Senators voting "yea" wanted the federal government to continue full funding of the Clinch River project. Dixon and Percy voted "nay." Defense Spending--The Senate adopted, 49 for and 43 against, an amendment increasing by $509 million the FY 1982 appropriation for Energy department weapons programs. This is on top of $4.68 billion recommended by the appropriations committee for the DOE's development of nuclear warheads and other weaponry. The amendment was attached to HR 4144 (see preceding vote). Sponsor John Tower, R-Tex., said "the question here is whether or not we want to proceed with the modernization of our strategic capability." Opponent Mark Hatfield, R-Ore., said: "I suggest we put the same kind of demand for cost-effective military dollars that we put on the food stamp dollars." Senators voting "yea" wanted higher outlays for DOE weapons programs. Percy voted "yea." Dixon voted "nay." McHENRY, ILLINOIS 385 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!!! CALL LORRAINE MONAHAN 385-5475 t tint WIICMI utummi ustmss V ROYAL WELCOME KNOW YOUR AREA ROYAL WELCOME BOES IT REST EARL R. WALSH 4 JACK WALSH INS. *lr» Auto *«rm M» (•pr*>»ntlnf Rf llASlf COMPANIES 4410 W 1)0 mi mo DENNIS CONWAY AUTOIIM lilt State Pan Ins. Co. »i*wr iims<r«*< III MS MM JAMES M. MclNTEE. LAWYER AVAIIAM.I TO PRACTICf IN: Personal ln|wry 'Trial* IviIiwm Corporation! 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MAIN 3857600 TRAILERS MORSI t CATTli TRAILERS DUMP FLATBEDS CAR HAULERS TRAILER HITCHES (IXPCRT INSTAIlATION) RUNNING BOARDS IRADEN WINCHES ADAMS ENTERPRISES 3017 W Rt» 120 McHtnry II SIS IIS $170 people involved with the Juvenile Court. The Honorable Haskell M. Pitluck, judge, has exhibited a genuine concern for the welfare of juveniles ap­ pearing before him. Colin MacMeekin, assistant state's attorney, assigned to the Juvenile Court, has worked hard to prosecute cases before the Court while considering the needs of the juvenile for programs of rehabilitation. The Public Defender's office, under R o b e r t W i l b r a n d t ' s leadership, has protected the rights of juveniles while seeking to work with agencies designed to give supportive services to troubled youths. "The whole criminal justice system is under scrutiny by the public. Abuses, defects, problems and weaknesses are always highlighted, it appears. Supermarket Manners More and more supermarket managers are complaining about the manners of their customers, and it may be costing you mon­ ey. Customers VMII pick up items in one part of the store, change their minds and just leave them somew here else. This means more work for the store staff, which means higher costs for the consumer. And meat, removed from the meat countet and left elsewhere, will spoil, which is also costly. It is important for shoppers to realize that just like shoplift­ ing. the bad shopping manners of a lew arc costing them mon­ ey . * * * * Tolerance isn't a mat­ ter of conversation; it's the business of living. SERVICE LINE McHENRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MS-4300 FAMILY SERVICf ft MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC 3409 W. Woukegon Rood McHenry 385-6400 TURNING POINT-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE STRESS LINE McHenry County 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Parents Anonymous meetings on Tuesday. c,. Call 815-344-3944 STATE CHAMBER GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS HOTLINE 217 522-5514 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 202 755-8660 Hours 7.30 a.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 /unaround or referrals by persons who meant well but didn t know how to help' Ten specialists available 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 Questions or Complaints on products ronging from toys to ovens) NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION Phone 800-424-9393 (Answers questions about automobile safetv defects or whether a particular model has ever been recoiled. Valuoble for those interested in buying a used car ) ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES 24-Hour Child Abuse Hotline Toll Free: 800-252-2878 CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION 800 638 2666 (Operates five national lines. Answers inquiries about or repor­ ting on the safety of products from kitchen appliances to children's toys.) NATIONAL SOLAR HEATING AND GOOLING INFORMATION CENTER 800 523-2929 P.O.Box 1607 Rockville Md 20850 (Dispenses information on solar systems for heating and cooling to anyone from architects to home owners looking for a sun powered hot-woter system) CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION 312 793 3580 Chicago III BIRTHRIGHT Preynant? Need Help' Counseling Service 385 2999 24 hour Answering Service. YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU FOR McHENRY COUNTY 4719 W. Elm St., McHenry Phone 344-3240 24 hour Crisis Intervention and Confidential Counseling for youth and families ILLINOIS STATE CHAMBER HOTLINE Phone 217 .5*2-5514 Answer to questions on government regulations MENTAL HEALTH 1-800-892-8900 jCrlsis Center Lino for McHenry Co. 24-Hour Emergency number and professional! staff will answer your call. Sponsoring agency McMenry County Comprehensive Mental Health Service System. National' Neighborhood Watch Association Post Office Box 17400 Washington, D.C., 20041 Phone (703)471-0404 McHenry County CETA Outreach Confer 4*4 Russel Ct. Woodstock, IL MOM 815-338-7100 JOB TRAINING OFFERED McHENRY COUNTY ASSOCIATION FOR THE RETARDED. Robert G. Lambo u rn, Executive Director Telephone: 344-1230 I <