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PAGE 16 - PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY. FKBRl'ARY 5.1982 •• PI AINIM Al I K Editorial Opinion Gradual Retirement The newest in retirement plans is gradual retirement Instead of workers being chopped off the payroll at a certain age, from 62 onward, the work load and work hours are decreased beginning at retirement age or earlier-to suit the preference and needs of employer and employee. Rather than being shocked by full employment one day and full retirement the next, employees make the transition gradually and continue to earn salaries for years after gradual retirement actually begins. That's where the biggest problem is found-in salaries. Those beginning gradual retirement are more reluctant to accept pay cuts than reduced hours and responsibilities. In countries where gradual retirement is already an accepted institution (Denmark, Sweden, France and Japan), this has been the major stumbling block. It's advisable that companies and employees begin talks on gradual retirement plans years in advance of such retirements. In a quiet, patient atmosphere, workers and managers are more likely to be realistic about pay. Some cuts are reasonable if work hours and responsibilities are considerably reduced. That could be a matter of adjustment- and much of the decision coudl be left to those retiring, in mo6t cases. Letter to the Editor Public Pulse (Th« Plaindoolor invito* tho public to oto this column at on oiprottion of thoir viowt on iub|e<ti of gonoral intorott in our community Our only roquott it that tho writort givo signaturo full oddrots ond phono number Wo oik too thot ono individual not writ* on tho somo subject moro thon onco o month Wo rotorvo tho right to doloto ony matoriol which wo consider libolout or in objectionable taste.) "NICE KIDS" "Letter to the Editor: "I want to personally recognized the young people of McHenry high for changing my view of the youth in this community. My recent encounters have left me feeling very proud of the way these students act. "My husband and I went along as chaperones on a field trip to a Chicago museum recently and the students were polite and very well behaved. Because of them the whole trip was an absolute delight "The Honors band concert was another place where McHenry's students shone. The students involved had to give up a lot of their own time to participate and their effort was realized in the excellent concert they gave. These students justifiably received a standing ovation at the Crystal Lake South performance. For Your In fo r National Parks D«ar friends. Golden Aga passport: You can gat a free lifetime ontronca parmit (at aga 62 or older) to all parks, monuments, and recreational areas administered by the federal government. For further information, sand a postcard to Public Inquiries, National Park Service. Wash., O. C. 20240 „ Respectfully, PETER M.JUSTEN JB CftiU FUNERAL HOME WANTED POSSE WHOOULEP Business Invests lnK Future Illinois business leaders are demonstrating ~ through actions such as investments that create jobs and increase productivity - that President Reagan's new economic recovery program will benefit the economy of Illinois and the nation. Results of a new survey, just announced, show that Illinois companies are planning to make good use of the new tax relief measures that provide long-needed incentives for business in­ vestment and expansion. According to the survey, commissioned for the Illinois State Chamber of Com­ merce, Illinois business people expect the President's tax cut program will have a favorable impact on their own companies, on the Illinois economy, and on the nation's industrial recovery. To back this up, 60 percent of the business people sur­ veyed said they expect either to invest in plant modernization or new plants in the next 24 months. Many provided specific dollar estimates, which proiect to nearly $2 billion in new or modernized plants within the next two years. In addition, 34 percent expect more employment. Those giving specific estimates project a net in­ crease of about 68,000 ad­ ditional jobs. - The survey results show, according to the C. of C., that businesses of all types and sizes have faith in efforts to revitalize the economy, and plan to put these tax savings to productive use which will materially benefit Illinois and the nation in the future. $80.8 Million To State For Low Income Energy Illinois Unemployment Rate Below U.S. Figure The advantages of this approach are several. New iobs are opened up for younger workers-jobs now badly needed. Vet­ erans will not feel tney must continue to go all-out even if in ill health or tired of their jobs, but can admit they would like to slow down. Many such workers, fearing being fired, now won't admit being handicapped. Thus productivity suffers in some instances. In general, voluntary gradual retirement plans make sense and bring benefits to employer and employees. Fluoride? Yes I Just a few years ago many cities were torn by controversy over the question of adding fluoride to drinking water. Opponents offered all sorts of horrible dangers-as reasons why fluoride shouldn't be added to water systems. Have these warnings proved justified? The evidence suggests they have not. In fact, the National Institute for Dental Research reports this month that tooth decay among American children has been reduced by a third in the last decade alone, primarily because of the use of fluoride in drinking water. Among children between the ages of 5 to 11 surveyed recently by the NIDR, over half had never had a cavity! And among older children the cavity rate has dropped considerably. Tablets are available for those who do not have fluoridated drinking water, or mothers can get from dentists fluoride which can be added to diets. In view of this impressive NIDR report, the slightly less than 50 percent of the nation's population which now doesn't have fluoridated drinking water should think hard about tablets or food additives, especially if young children are concerned. Threats To Seals March approaches, and to some people interested in animal life, this means the annual clubbing of seals. Because this happens in Canadian waters, and receives much publicity, few people are aware of similar threats facing other species of seals. The threats facing the survival of each of the threatened species vary, but each is caused by man's reckless abuse of nature. Even the docile, colorful Walrus has fallen prey to man's greed. In this case, however, it's not food, or even competition for food, which is causing it's demise, but the lucrative "black market" which exists for Walrus tusk ivory. Almost 10,000 Walruses were killed last year, up 670 percent in just two years! The bureaucratic excuse is always, "not enough money" to enforce existing legislation. But we have the Marine Mammal Protection Act on the books which requires the government to prevent this kind of wasteful killing. Anyone who wants to be a part of stopping the killings should write a letter to Secretary of Commerce Malcomb Baldridge, Washington, D.C. whose department is responsible for all marine mammals. Tell him you favor full funding for the Marine Mammal Protection Act. PLAINDEALER"N For the first time since October of 1979, the Illinois unemployment rate fell below the U.S. rate in December. The Illinois figure of 8.4 percent for the last month of 1981 was one- half of one percent lower than the overall U.S. unemployment rate of 8.9 percent, according to the January Illinois Economic Data Sheets released last week by the Department of Commerce and Community Affairs (DCCA). "This is good news for Illinois," Governor James R. Thompson said, "and suggests that the state's unemployment rate may be stabilizing in relationship to the national picture. Far too many Illinoisans are still out of work, but this data may indicate that Illinois will no longer suffer from unem­ ployment in excess of the national level." "Industrailized states such as Illinois generally have unemployment rates higher than the national rate in down economic periods," Wally Biermann, chief of DCCA research, said, "and this leveling off with the national rate is a welcome statistic." In November (the latest month for which figures are available;, the state's nine major standard metroplitan statistical areas (SMSAs) experienced unemployment rates as follows: Bloomington (5.3 percent); Peoria (8.1 percent); Champaign (5.5 percent); and Springfield (6.5 per­ cent); Chicago (8.0 per­ cent); Quad Cities (10.7 percent); Decatur (11.5 percent); Rockford (12.2 percent); and Metro -- East (9.9 percent). In October (the latest month for which figures are available), 59 Illinois counties registered unem­ ployment rates below the national rate. The rates in eight counties hovered slightly above or significantly below 5 per­ cent. A 5 percent rate is considered acceptable by most economists according to Biermann. "Unemployment remains February, 1982 "My respect and ad­ miration for these youngsters and, I'm sure, the many others who are 'nice kids' and are never recognized, for the good things they do has grown tenfold. "Thank you for my new perspective. "Sasan Wohnen "3707 Young McHenry" SUCCESSFUL CELEBRATION "Editor: "Congratulations should be extended to the leaders and Girl Scouts for their efforts and labor regarding the Nickel Day celebration Saturday, Jan. 30, held at Johnsburg Junior high school. Favorite foods from all -- countries were exhibited and sold "Parents and children in different troups should be glad that McHenry is caring for the youth."Respectfully, "Kathleen Majoros •• mat ion The Trees Stand Wistful In The Square, Wearing A Half-Expectant A ir: . •AnneLawler. February is filled with memorable dates and anni­ versaries pertaining to American history. Many Roman Catholic, Greek or Episcopal church members remem­ ber the 1st as the day of the Festival of St. Bridget, the 2nd as Candlemas-also known in the U.S. as Groufid Hog Day. On the 5th, in 1631, Roger Williams, one of the nation's famous defenders of religious freedom, arrived in Boston from England. The 8th is the anniversary of the chartering of the Boy Scouts-dating from 1910. On the 9th, in 1773, William Henry Harrison, 9th president, was born in Charles County, Virginia, the son of one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. On the 10th, in Paris in 1898, the United States concluded a somewhat controversial peace treaty with Spain after defeating the Spanish, through which this country took over the Philippine Islands, Guam and Puerto Rico, and gained freedom for Cuba. Tampa's famous Gasparilla Carnival falls in early February and Thomas Edison's birthday anniversary falls on the 11th, dating from 1847 (Milan, Ohio). Edison, of Dutch and Scottish ancestry, spent his last years in Florida. Abraham Lincoln's birthday falls on the 12th, dating from 1809. The Civil War president, among the most venerated of all Americans, was of English ancestry and born in Hardin County, Kentucky, in a log cabin. Georgia Day-the anniversary of the landing of James Oglethorpe at Savannah in 1733-also falls on the 12th. The 14th is St. Vallentine's Day, as well as Arizona Admission Day-dating from 1912 when Arizona became a state. On the 22nd, in 1732, the first president of the U.S., George Washington, was born in Westmoreland County, Virginia. On the 28th, in 1827, the first railroad was chartered. MCHENRY, ILLINOIS 385-0063 ARE YOU NEW IN Do You Know Someone New? WE WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND A ROYAL WELCOME TO EVERY NEWCOMER TO OUR AREA!!! CALL LORRAINE M0NAHAN 385-5475 t urn mium $ & X nru MiC9w ntrntttts m ROYAL WELCOME KNOW row uutmu. mitm MIS IT KST most serious in communities where the economy is predominantly based 01. manufacturing operations," Biermann said. "An economic upturn will be most obvious from such communities' employment statistics." Hold Income Tax Seminar The Lake Region YMCA is sponsoring a one-night in­ come tax seminar again this year. It is for individuals filing form 1040. This is a working experience and participants are encouraged to bring their tax data with them. The C.P.A. conducting the seminar will be covering the next tax laws that go into effect for the 1981 tax year and will be answering in­ dividual questions presented by the group. The seminar will be held Tuesday, Feb. 9, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Class location is the Lake Region YMCA at 7315 South Route31 in Crystal Lake. For more information, call the YMCA at 815-459-4455. Shovel-Sense Take frequent rest breaks when shovelling snow, and nev­ er shovel snow immediately aft­ er a big meal. Governor James R. Thompson has announced that Illinois will im­ mediately receive $80.8 million in low income energy assistance funds from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. "This block grant represents 80 percent of the total funds approved to aid Illinois residents in paying their energy costs this winter," the governor said. "The remaining 20 percent, which will bring the total award for this year to $101 million, has not yet been released by Washington." The money will be used by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs (DCCA) to fund the Illinois Home Energv Assistance Program (IHEAP). Individuals will qualify for assistance ranging from $95 to $430, depending on household income, location and type of heating fuel.. The governor announced last month that the federal governmentfiad approved his request for the release of up to $9 million left over from the 1980-81 program to help ./eligible households during the current winter. The money was available because of the mild 1980-81 winter. The $80.8 million just announced is funding for the current 1981-82 winter. fessi°n JACK WALSH, AGENT EARL R. WALSH, BROKER INSURANCET BONDS Flr«. Auto, Farm, Lit* Representing RELIABLE COMPANIES SOU W. Elm St.. McHenry MS-MOO DENNIS CONWAY AUTO. LIFE. FIRE State Farm Ins. Co. 3319 W. Elm Street McHtnry, III. U JAMES M. MclNTEE, LAWYER AVAIL ABLE TO PRACTICE IN: Pertonal ln|ury/Trlalt •otlnets Corporations Wlll»/Probate Divorce-Real E«tate Workman'® Compensation 3434 W. Elm Street, McHenry, III. For appointment phone:3>>-t440 Farm Equipment George P. Freund,Inc. Cote-New HolloncA 4102 W. Crystal lake Rd. McHenry Bus.385-0420 Res.385-0227 DR. LEONARD BOTTARI 1)01 Richmond Rd.-McHenry Eyas I KOmIned-Contact lenses Glastos Fitted Mon., Tues., Thwrs. Fii. 4-4 pm Tuet., Thurs. Frl. 7-f pm Sat. 9:30-3 pm Phone:M5-41Sl ar 305-2242 MCHENRY COUNTY OFFICE MACHINES SALES. SERVICE 4 RENTALS Mon.-Sat. f-S:M Friday til t:00 93 Grant St.. Crystal lake PSone: 459-1224 It Pays To Advertise In The Plaimlealer I I R E 1 U RADIAL TIRES FOR ALL CARS Europa Motors, Inc. 2318 Rt*. 120 815-315-0700 CopyMt! FINEST QUALITY COPYING WITH OUR NEW 8200 Automated Xerox Copier SM US, also, for every kind of printing need! McH«nry Printing Services 3909 W. MAIN 385 7600 TRAILERS HORSE « CATTli TRAILERS DUMP FLATBEDS CAR HAULERS TRAILER HITCHES (fXPIRT INST Al I ATlON) RUNNlftG BOARDS tRADEN WINCHES ADAMS ENTERPRISES 30I7W Rt* 120 McHenry II IIS JISS9/0 DCCA maintains a toll- free IHEAP number, 1-800- 252-8643, to handle IHEAP inquiries. IHEAP is particularly targeted toward the elderly and handicapped, Curtis said, but all individuals who think they may qualify for assistance will be urged to apply. Sun Means Moisture Farmers living in the valleys of Asia's Karakoram Range look for clear skies--not clouds --for moisture to irrigate their crops. Bright sunlight melts ice and increases the flow of glacial runoff that waters fields at the crossroads of China, Afghani­ stan, Pakistan, India and the Soviet Union. BR-R-R XTHINK IT^ THE SUN SPOTS/ OR. THE PLANETS ALL IN A LIME FPFECTTM& THE WEATHER / ww3L MM ^ •' /'ZrjUBmnrS.tH rtfc/' mWUtiV Jim ^M^MfjmB̂ 1 FCR -/ •> mfju SERVICE LINE ~ McHENRY CHAMBER Of COMMERCE 305-4300 FAMILY SERVICE S MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC 3409 W. Waukegon Rood McHenry 305-6400 TURNING POINT-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE STRESS LINE McHenry County 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Parents Anonymous meetings on Tuesday. 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. to5:30p.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.) 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 ranging from toys to ovens) NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION Phone 800 424 9393 (Answers questions about automobile safety defects or whether a particular model has ever been recalled. Valuable for those interested in buying a used car.) ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES 24-Hour Child Abuse Hotline Toll Free: 000-252-2B78 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 COOLING 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-water system) CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION 312 793-3580 Chicago III. BIRTHRIGHT Pregnant? 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 217-522-5514 Answer to questions on government regulations MENTAL HEALTH I-800-B92-B900 ^Crisis Center Line lor McHenry Co. 24-Hour Emergency number and professional staff will answer your call. Sponsoring agoncy McHenry County Comprehensive Mental Health Service System. National Neighborhood Watch Association Post Office Box 17400 Washington, D.C., 20041 Phono (703)471-0404 McHenry County CETA Outreach Canter MB Russel Ct. Woodstock, IL 60098 015-330-7100 JOB TRAINING OFFERED - McHENRY COUNTY ASSOCIATION FOR THE RETARDED. Robert G. Lam bourn, Executive Director - Telepnone: 344-1230