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1*A0E 2 • PLAINPEALER - WEDNESDAY. NOVEMBER t, UBS News and Views Public Pulse: JOHNSBURG LIBRARY FACES FINAL TEST A look at the Nov. 8 vote Tuesday, Nov. 8, provides another opportunity for McHenry area residents to take advantage of their privilege to be good citizens. •The day marks the election of school board members in local districts and also asks ex­ pressions of opinion on two special referenda. The occasion is not only a privilege but a responsibility. jyjusin'ft. anderin BY KAF lis ago. to give another 'few institutions receive more opmment from the public than school systems which often, through no fault of their own, arc the focus of criticism. Government formulas have not always been able to keep pace with school systems attempting tp meet the more sophisticated educational demands of 1983. As a result, many of the "extras" of yesterday's classrooms, which would be considered routine offerings today, have had to be eliminated or seriously curtailed. Volunteers have entered the dlassroom after school hours to lend their talents in providing some of these "extras". : It is not surprising that the public, largely unacquainted with the serious school problems that exist, is sometimes critical. Now is the time to become in­ formed, learn what the various candidates stand for, and then vote. Special issues at this election are (1) establishment offe public library district in ~ area; and (2) a proposMto levy a special tax to provide an ambulance service. The library issue lost by a narrow margin the first time in a vote several months Backers are anxious residents in the area chance to express an opinion. The ambulance tax, which would provide support for the operation of both the McHenry and Johnsburg Rescue Squads, has received support from the McHenry City Council, and less publicly, from numerous otter sources. Men and women from both of these communities have given their time, often backed by the businesses for which they worked, to provide emergency assistance tree for the entire community. That they have done it extremely well is a matter of We could think of no other reason than money for a negative vote, and even this has little validity when we consider that without a rescue squad the cost would soar. As we looked at the estimated cost based on assessed valuation, it would seem that it is negligible for the service available to each of us. A large vote would assure candidates, and those most interested in the special referenda, that their own in­ terest in our schools, libraries, and emergency units does not go unnoticed. FOR: 'Dear Editor: "The Johnsburg Public Library will cease to operate on Nov. 30, 1983, unless the majority of the votes cast by the in the proposed district vote 'yes' on Nov. 8, (6 a.m. to 7 p.m.), to establish the library and tax themselves to support the library. I ask everyone to please circle this date on the calendar. "The boundaries «S the proposed Library District area about the same as the Johnsburg Unit School District 12. "Library tax for one year will be approximately $24 if a property's taxable value is $15,000 and the referendum is approved. If anyone has any questions, please call the library at 344-0077 for a more personal example. ^The public probably has already read the referendum information telling all the good points in establishing our own Johnsburg Public Library District, as well as rumors. "For those who love children, our most valued resource, what better way to show that love than by providing them with good books and other educational materials? " 'Read/ Read, Read some more', is an old saying that I find true since my f,, " -mm Johns aide to check out a book on Acrylic Painting at the John­ sburg Library yesterday, for a course I'm taking, which would have cost $9.95 if purchased new. "Too much television is not good for children, senior citizens, and others who watch hour after hour aiid become rather hypnotized by the tube. So, why not visit the Johnsburs Library and check out a book of interest today? The experience should excite everyone I en­ courage people to take along their children, grandchildren, or an older person who doesn't drive y. "School library books are great; the teachers are doing a wonderful job; but the schools cant do it all. It takes the whole community working together, side by siae, to make a better {dace to live, be happy, and content. "Also, if the referendum passes, a Johnsburg library card will be honored at McHenry, Woodstock, and other libraries under the Northern Illinois Library System (over 50 libraries). We can't miss this opportunity. "The increase in taxes will be repaid many times from the pleasure received in reading. Much better than candy, cigarettes, and other non- AGAINST^ "Editor: / "November 8, 1983, the residents of the Johnsburg School District once again will have to vote against the establishment of a library district. "The voters rejected the library with the election held in April of this year. Why should the taxpayers have to pay for another vote? If the vote had been favorable in April, do you believe the library would have another election so the voters could change their minds? No. "The electors realized that if the owner would pay $100 per year in taxes just tor tte library! This is a waste con­ sidering an individual can buy a "I am wirting this public letter urging the voters in Johnsburg to vote the library issue. Do not vote in another tax wasting bureaucracy. "Remember vote Nov. 8. "BUI Thomas "928 West River Terrace" teaching many years at burg School District 12. I "Think about it! "'MaryE. Rose" BE SURE YOU VOTE i Roll Call: REJECT ATTEMPT TO BYPASS DEBATE Seeks peace day of prayer "Dear Plaindealer Editor: "In the pursuit of peace and love in the world, I am writing to ask help in establishing a Universal Peace Day of Prayer, the 13th of each month for all to stop and think of ice and unity through prayer, Rosary. America is one nation under God, why not all nations under God united in prayer for truth, justice and Unity? All nations praying for peace, love and unity - aiming lor the peace of God and receiving it fully through Our :Lady of Fatima's Message for Peace, daily family rosary. ' ""The 13th of each month can be a turning point in time, turning all people to a positive direction. Turning our actions anto peaceful, loving and Xinifying actions - sharing God's •love and peace with each other, i "Obviously there are not 'enough people praying each day •for peace, as Our Lady of UFatima requested, because Russia has been spreading her •errors continously since 1917 as lour Lady predicted would happen if men did not amend •their lives and pray the rosary xlaily. j "All committees on war and peace, life and nuclear weapons Ineed to turn to establishing a IJniversal Peace Day of Prayer, •the 13th, for help in reaching our goal of peace, love and unity in the world. - "Since proposals for plans for reducing stategic nuclear -warheads have been rejected by some nations, why not propose a Iplan for a Universal Peace Day the thirteenth, to begin new 'negotiations to pray tor peace instead of and use prayer warheads! "According to the White House correspondent, Anne Higgins, I must contact my representatives in Congress and have a passed by this Universar Peace Da. Prayer, the 13th, for peace. I am in the process of trying to do this aw with letters, as of WASHINGTON - Here's how area members of Congress were recorded on major roll call votes Oct. 17-20. HOUSE MILK-By a vote of 188 for and 208 against, the House rejected an attempt to bypass floor debate on a bill (HR1528) to cut surpluses by paying dairy farmers to not produce. This thwarted the milk-producers lobby and lawmakers who wanted the measure to go directly to conference with a sympathetic Senate that has voted to institute "paid diversion" for dairy farmers. Full House debate on the bill now is on tap. The bill extends tq^milk the paid diversion that applies to many hunched pounds for SENATE KING - The Senate refused, 12 for and 76 against, to send back to committee a bill (HR 3706) creating a national holiday for the late Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. The objective was a committee probe at charges that King had communist ties. Of 13 record votes on the bill, this one gave constituents probably the clearest view of senators' actual sentiment toward honoring now September letters to the 7th of sending my first some leaders in other commodities. Farmers would get $10 forfeiting 5-to-30 percent of normal The cost-to-taxpayers would be defrayed by a slight cut in dairy supports and, backers said, by reducing surpluses that cost the $2.7 billion last year. r James 01in,D-Va., said: W to Opponent] the government "will pick these 'loafing payments' from er's pocket and present them to graterul dairy farmers....' voting yes wanted to bypass the pitfalls of full House debate on the dairy bill. Illinois - Voting no: Philip Crane, R-12. King. That's because several senators who voted here to waylay the bill turned around to support it on final passage (below). Jesse Helms, R-N.C., who wanted the committee probe, said "the record is clear about (King's) association with far left elements and elements in the Communist Party U.S.A." Edward Kennedy, D-Mass., called the alleged ties "unfounded innuendo" and said King deserves commemoration for working "tirelessly to remove the stain of discrimination from our nation..." Senators voting yes wanted a committe probe of allegations that King had Communist Party links. Illinois - Alan Dixon, D, voted no. Charles Percy, R, did not vote. birthdate Martin Luther King Jr. Columbus Day, tenth Congress and the U.N. and church leaders. Until this is done I invite all families, in­ dividuals, nations and people of all faiths to join my parish, St. Mary of the Assumption, McHenry, to begin praying for peace, the rosary on the third- teenth of each month, uniting us in praying for peacein the world. "Everyone is need to pray for peace in the world! Please write -to your representatives in Congress for a Universal Peace Day of Prayer. "Please pray with us cm the thirteenth and every day for all nations to be united in peace, love and unity in the World. ' 'Mrs. Maureen Johnson" EXPORTS - The House rejected, 199 for and 215 against, an amendment broadening presidential authority to stop U.S. multinationals from trading with the enemy. A defeat for the White House, this preserved language requiring congressional approval of presidential decisions to block overseas U.S. subsidiaries from selling sensitive technology to hostile nations. The bill at hand (HR 3231), extending the Export Administration Act of 1979, was headed for a final vote. Debate touched on President Reagan's unsuccessful attempt to stop U.S. subsidiaries from selling technology for the Siberian natural gas pipeline. John Erlenborn, R-H1., who sponsored the amendment, said "we must not undermine the ability of the president to carry out U.S. foreign policy." Don Bonker, D-Wash., said the amendment would agitate allies and add to "The growing reputation that we have as unreliable in a competitive world market The observance joins New Year's Day, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbi Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas to become t official holiday. Senators voting yes favored the new national holiday. Illinois - Dixon voted yes. Percy voted yes. State sets public hearing for public budget input suppliers Members voting yes favored broad presidential powers to keep [ getting U.S. technology that is produced offshore. Philip Crane H 227 tor and 194 against, the House adopted enemies from _ Illinois - Voting yes: COVERT - By a vote of 227 an amendment cutting off covert U.S. financing of CIA-backed forces conducting a guerilla war to topple Nicaraguas's Sandinista rulers The amendment was attached to a bill (HR 2968) funding fiscal 1984 intelligence operations. A conference with the Senate, which supports work of fiie Contras, will determine whether the House vote holds. Supporter Michael Barnes, D-Md., said Administration Central American policies including the Nicaraguan action mean "we are hunting straight for war." Opponent Henry Hyde, R-H1., said CIA-directed attacks are necessary "to drive (the Sandinistas) to the negotiation table." Members voting yes wanted to cut off U.S. aid to the anti- Sandinista rebels. Illinois - Voting no: Philip Crane. A public hearing on financial needs of elementary and secondary education for Fiscal Year 1985 will be conducted Nov. 18 in Chicago by the Illinois State Board of Education. 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