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i t-.v -Vr ' "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875" '$ •§, , Z.Sf-r McHENRY, ILLINOIS, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1. 1956 lOcPerCopr. IXPECT RECORD VOTE AT POLLS NOV. Next Five-Week Course To Provide Answers To Many Farm Problems ^.Relatives and friends of Fr. George Nell, 70, of Islsind Grove, 111., will be pleased to learn that the former McHenry resident has received the distinguished service award of the National Catholic Rural Life conference. Presentation was made last week in Sioux Falls, S. D. for "his true zeal for social justice to the farmers of the nation." Fr. Nell, who, has served the me parish for the past thirtyfour years, was the first person to introduce a soil conservation program to his community. He started a co-operative buying program of limestone and fertilizers to build up the soil. Fr. Nell has also helped organize a producers' co - operative of dairy farmers im the Island Grove area during \his years there. „ Twenty - eight years ago he ^inaugurated a short course for rural pastors at the University of Illinois which hundreds have taken. Fr. Nell was ordained in 1913. A total of $221 for the United Nations Children's fund was collected by the young people who "trick or treated" for UNICEF last Sunday afternoon. The ^jtimes and dollars given by local 'Citizens, will be translated into food or medical aid for sick and hungry children around the world, under the auspices of UNICEF, said to be the largest-scale humanitarian organization in operation today. Credit goes not only to the Cub Scouts of Pack 361 and the Methodist . youth who solicited, but also to McHenry folks who gave generously, to parents who provided transportation pnd to the peace committee and Elizabeth circle of the church. One mothe^ who puts more than the usual amount of interest and effort into her work is Mrs. Blanche Green. As den mother for Den No. 6, Pack 362, Cub Scouts, she decorated her lawn on Fox street to ' »™he point that it appeared like a page out of a Hallowe'en picture book. Then she proceeded to invite the ten boys in the den for a real old fashioned! spooky party after school Tuesday/when they played Hallowe'en games, dipped for apples and engaged in other activities that made for huge appetites when they were called by Mrs. Green to partake ^pf pumpkin faced cake and other goodies. Concern for these young boys such as shown by Mrs. Green should do much to further their interest in Scouting. Every year there are mix-ups over the change from daylight savings time to' standard. Only someone in the newspaper' business, however, can confuse things ^o the utmost. With all other clocks properly set back one hour on retiring, we set the bedside alarm ahead, arising two hours early for church. We arrived in plenty of time but could hardly make any claim to being entirely awake. Disbursement of taxes paid by Illinois retailers on July, 1956, •ales were made in October, totalling ^$3,598,726.13 throughout the state. McHenry received $4,393.10. Usually the man who runs after the trolley to get down town misses the last one home. IVERSON RITE! Harry Iverson, 68, a Long Lake Resident for twenty-six years, died in Lake County hospital Oct. 29. He was an employee of the Illinois Bell Telephone company. Three daughters, one brother and one sister survive. Services will be held from the Peter M. Justen funeral home Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with interment in Fort feliDl cem- _, etery, Lake county. ^' ' INSTALL BISHOP NOV. 20 The Most Rev. Loras T. Lane, D. D., will be installed as bishop of the Rockford diocese by His Eminence Samuel Cardinal Stritch, archbishop of Chicago, in ceremonies at St. James Cathedral in Rockford Nov. 20. Remember To Vote For the past five Tuesday nights, farmers in this area have benefitted from meetings planned by the local agricultural advisory council. Five more meetings have now been arranged, with announcements to be carried weekly as to the subject to be discussed. During October, several interesting discussions were held on various topics. One featured Gail Harms, of the American Crop Dryers company, who presented facts and figures on the use of dryers in storing and holding the best quality hay and crops. Later, Clinton Martin of the county ASC committee talked of the soil bank program. Such a program is often surrounded by many rumors and half truths and it is felt Mr. Martin did a fine job in correcting these misunderstandings. Other Highlights On succeeding Tuesday nights, the Democratic party, represented by Richard Babcock, and the Republican party, represented by Rep. A. B. McConnell, offered a chance for the farm people to straighten out their thinking on farm policies. Earl Hughes, formerly of the National C.C.C., also spoke on national farm problems. At the last meeting, held this week, Lawrence Anderson and W. Johnson, agricultural engineer for the Public Service company, appeared to aid farmers in clearer thinking on farm ventilation problems. Better, health for livestock and efficiency from living in properly constructed and ventilated buildings is fast being recognized by observing farmers. Next Meetings The next five meetings are designed to meet the needs of farmers in the following fields: Nov. 6, "Farm credit -- short term or long term," with Mike Kane and Ralph Ostrander of the P.C.A. and N.F.L. association cooperating: Npv. 33, "Will Farm Bureau farm management aid make money fof me?" Nov. 20, "Production of adapted varieties of seed corn," with a represents1 tive of a seed corn company offering the answers found in their research program; Nov. 27, "Liquid fertilizers and weed control," presented by a well qualified research representative; Dec. 4, open date for a county dairy program; Dec. 11, "Dairy herd testing is profitable," with Gene Brown, farm adviser, and a local D.H.I.A. tester presenting actual case histories /or farmers willing to inquire into the possibilities. These subjects, properly discussed, can be helpful with farm problems if farmers concerned with them attended with the idea of getting an answer. Pasture Herdsman On Local Farm lis]ured John Graves of Rt. 1, Ringwood, pasture herdsman on the Northern Pump farms, w#s injured seriously last Saturday morning about lOo'dock while at work. :u: ;;: There' were no witnesses to the accident but .it was believed that while driving-cattle when on horseback, he was struck by a low hanging limb and thrown from the animal. He suffered a brain concussion but the full extent of his injuries was not known Wednesday noon. He is a patient at McHenry hospital. BUTCH'S AUTO SERVICE OPEHS IN NEW LOCATION Butch's Auto Service, owned and operated by George Freund, opened in its new garage located at 516 Front street last weekend. Mr. Freund had been at his Elm street location for seven years and prior to that had been with the Ford garage for twenty-five years. The new structure is spacious and has the latest in equipment, which is handled by Skilled mechanics. State 4-H Leader Speaks In County O. F. Gaqbe, state 4-H leader, witt lie to$fcHenrj£ county to discuss local 4-1^. club and county 4-H problems; ott.Thrasday, Noy. :1. AH cfei> leaders and the 4-H club parents' committee have been invited to attend this meeting. The meeting Will be held at the Farm Bureau building in Woodstock beginning at 8 p.m. How to get additional 4-H members and how to have more complete their projects are the two main items to be discussed. The parents' committee was selected by agricultural clubs, there being one jet of parents for each club. This committee will act as an advisory group for the agricultural 4-H club of McHenry county. BEGIN COUNTY PHASE OF CHILDREN'S FUND DRIVE NOVEMBER IS News About Our Servicemen • Pfc. Donald W. Miller returned to Fort Lewis, Wash., Oct. 17 after spending a thirty-day leave with his parents, the Peter Millers, in Ringwood. The young serviceman has two and one-half months more to serve in the Army until his discharge Jan. 4, 1957. Airman 2/c Varaey Tanner has been transferred from the East to Denver, Colo.* Pvt. Robert R. Reinke of Rt. 4, McHenry, completed recruit training Oct. 25 at the Marine Corps recruit depot, San' Diego, Calif. The 12-week course included instruction, in all basic military subjects "and the firing of all basic infantry weapons. Robert W. Nystrom, son of Mr. and . Mrs. George C. Nystrom, Rt. 3,. McHenry, recently was promoted to specialist third class while serving with the 79th engineer group at Fort Belvor, Va. Specialist Nystrom, entered the Army in October, 1954, and completed basic training at Fort Chaffee, Ark. Announcement has been made of the enlistment of, Ronald Suchor, 18, into the Navy for four years. He is now at Great Lakes undergoing recruit training. The young man is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Suchor of Rt. 3, McHenry. On Thursday, NOv. 15, the county phase of tHfe drive for funds for the Children's home in Woodstock begins. Contributions will be accepted from residents of the various townp of the county up to, and including, Christmas week.' The county drive is the third solicitation of 'funds, the first having begun Oct. 22 in Woodstock and the second a rural 'solicitation which Btarts next Monday, Nov. 5 . Funds in the county will be received through business and organizational gifts supplemented by miscellaneous contributions dropped in coin collectors located in various stores. These will- be used and sponsored by local organizations and funds secured sent to the home as part of the contribution from that group. It is hoped that $9,000 may be added to the $6,000 already raised by Jan. 1. The remaining $2,500 of the $17;5Q0 goal Wil} be raised by personal contacts. FIREMEBf URQE CARE AS GRASS FIRES CONTINUE The continued lack of rain makes for daily grate fires which have been kept under control through the efficiency of local firemen. This week the McHenry men answered five calls and Johnsburg volunteers extinguished one at Pistakee Bay. Three fires put out by local firemen were at Lttymoor one at Fritzsche Estates and one in" Shalimar, where a couple of corn shocks were" burned. Firemen believe cigarettes tossed from cars may be responsible for' some of the fires and they caution smokers to use care. Be Sure To Vote Nov. 6 COMPLETE DANCE THEATRE PLANS FOR LOCAL PRESENTATION Plans are almost completed tor the dance theatre being sponsored by the Lecture Luncheon club bf McHenry, to be held at the McHenry high school auditorium on Saturday evening, Nov. 3, at 8:30 p'clock. . « • The matinee which was originally planned for the younger set has had to be cancelled due to sound equipment difficulties. However, interested persons of all ages will be welcome at the evening performance. Women of the Moose and M.Y.F. are selling tickets and -they will also be available at the door. Features will include "Theatre Street U.S.A., including the backstage warm-up, the performance, spotlight on our shadow and the finale, with well known dancers being featured. Other highlights will be "Conception for Miniatures," "Surprise," "La Valse Reyerie," "There's One In Every ShOW," and "An Artist in Spain." The show is being produced and directed by Jimmy Barnes and Glenn Roberts.. * Receive Bids For School Addition One of the busiest spots in McHenry Monday evening was "the office of the local high school, 'where bids were accepted by^the board of education on the T»ew building to be constructed soon. Crowded conditions made a bond issue necessary some months ago, totalling $1,250,000. All of Monday's bids ran higher than the budget under the bond issue allows, making it necessary for the architect to take them for the purpose of revising plans in accordance with the amount of money available. There were six general bidden present, five for electrical contracts, seven for plumbing and twelve for heating. Last week the board advertised for sale the Freund and Fowles homes east of the school on Waukegan street, which were purchased by, the school for the purpose of having adequate room for the expansion program. LUTHERANS SPONSOR ANNUAL BAZAAR AND LUNCHEON NOV. 8 ' The annual bazaar and luncheon will be given by the Zion Lutheran Ladies Aid on niursday, Nov. 8, at the Legion home, with serving from noon to ,1:30 p.m. The menu for the luncheon will include chicken-a-la-king with all the trimmings. A bake sale will be held in connection with the bazaar and there will be special booths tea turing aprons, pillow cases and towels, cards and wrapping paper. Mrs. Julius Roedej- • "gift, **11 committee are busy preparing* to make this an event to be remembered for many weeks. Tickets may be obtained from any .Ladies Aid member or by calling, Mrs. Glenn D. Dixon. COUNTY PLAT BOOH The 4-H Federation plat 'book will be on sale soon,;according to an announcement made this week. The book will be very similar to the one put out by the Rural Youth six years ago. All profits from this project will go toward helping promote 4-H activities in the county. DISCUSS HOLIDAY DECORATING BEFORE LOCAL WOMAN'S CLUB *The, McHenry Woman's club .will meet at the American Legion home on Green street at 2 p.m. Friday^Nov. 9. The holiday spirit will prevail on this day since Mrs. Fred Lieberson Will present "Holiday Decorations". She will show many ways, both simple and elaborate, fto ornament homes and tables during the holiday season, which in October seems far away but in November is just around the corner. Many of the ideas may be adapted to meet individual needs. The musical portion of the capably handled by Irma BI6mgren, contralto soloist, with Mrs. Hopfeair, (Jean Randolph) as accompanist. Mrs. Goodell and Mrs. Dietle have been working on the details for the December meeting, which will of course be tailored to fit the Christmas theme. BALLY CROWD LARGE A crowd estimated at 700 from McHenry, Boone and Lake counties attended the Democratic rally in Crystal Lake last Monday evening. Among the speakers was Roscoe Bonjean, Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor. THE BALLOT Probably the most controversial subject to be settled at the Nov. 6 election with the exception of the selection of a president, is the Blue Ballot. At that time, Illinois voters must make a momentous decision on the proposal to amend Article LX, the revenue article of the state constitution. There seems to be little argument over the question that some sort of amendment to the article is needed. The pros and cons have resulted from the provisions of the amendment •> and probably more from the interpretation which might be made by future office holders in high position. Lester R. Grimm, research director of the •Illinois Education association, looking at the Blue Ballot impartially, believes that some of the pros advocate the amendment by citing some present tax troubles that it would NOT help to remove or by listing imagined achievements that it could NOT realize. On the other hand, some of the cons, he feels, overplay the glories of the present constitution .and point out the worst possible things that could be done under the new proposal. .Proponents of the amendment cite the fact that the state has an outmoded tax system which was set up more than 100 years ago when thi§ was largely an agricultural community. The answer, they say, is a 20th century model, which they believe is the Blue Ballot. They argue that it does not establish any new taxes and doesn't increase present taxes, adding that it specifically prevents a state income tax for the first time in Illinois. They also point out that it would put the legislature in a position to take the sales tax off food. Opponents remind voters that Illinois has prided itself on the fact that it has no state income tax, giving it an edge over other states in the competition to attract new industries, etc. They feel the boast "may become an empty one if voters approve the amendment, allowing, they say, the door to be opened for the Springfield legislature to authorize levies. Those in favor of the Blue Ballot offer in rebuttal the fact that legislators are elected by the people and thus must answer to them. For this reason, they would hesitate to antagonize voters by such unfavorable action. The opposition is just as convinced that the amendment would give legislators "unlimited power to classify personal property and 'set any rate it desires for each classification, permitting state lawmakers to levy state taxes on real estate, income, etc." Both major parties are in favor of the Blue Ballot. Many prominent organizations have allied themselves on both sides of the question. Backing the amendment are such prominent groups as the Illinois and Chicago Bar associations, the Illinois Congress of Parents and Teachers, the Illinois State Federation of Labor and the Illinois Agricultural association. An equally impressive group against the Blue Ballot includes the Illinois State Chamber of Commerce, the Illinois Manufacturing association, the Illinois Association of Real Estate Boards and the Illinois Industrial Union Council, CIO. The referendum must be approved by two-thirds of those voting on the proposition if it is to pass. OVER 40.000 REGISTERED VOTERS ELIGIBLE TO EXPRESS CHOICE FOR NATIONAL. STATE. COUNTY OFFICES COFCTDMAME NEWDHECTORS NEXT MONTH Support State Group In Rejection Of *56 Blue Ballot Support of the new banking act and rejection of the Blue Ballot jvere made by members of the McHenry Chamber of Commerce at the regular monthly meeting held Tuesday, Oct. 30. Supporting general approval given by the state C. of C. for the banking act as one sure method of improving antiquated Illinois banking laws, the local group joined the state organization in taking opposite action on the revenue article of the state constitution. Discussion took place, in which major points considered unfavorable in the Blue Ballot were discussed. They pointed out that it is identical with the one that was rejected! by the voters in the 1952 general election. Also, members, in keeping with views expressed by the state group, feel it is too broad in permitting virtually any type of tax without adequate safeguards or limitations. Bridge Repair The possibility and h<*P* for repair of the old bridge across the Fox ,Rtye? were discussed and A. IC Freund Appointed to continue a study With the local City Council atnd the county board of supervisors. A nominating committee was named for the selection of new directors. Those whose terms expire include Mary Kauss, Norbert Mauch, A. P. Freund, A. J. Wirtz and William Burfeindt. Four will be elected for three-year terms and one for a two-year term. The new members will be elected by a general vote in December and from the ranks of the new board of directors will come new officers. Member Interest The question Of how to interest a greater number in attendance at meetings was talked over and the hope expressed that someone would come up with a good suggestion for a high percentage at monthly dinner gatherings. Also discussed were plans for a dinner honoring the City Council members for outstanding work during the year. The board will continue with plans at their next meeting. McHENRY COUPLE WED FIFTY-FIVE YEARS TUESDAY Celebrating fifty-years of married life on Tuesday, Oct. 30, were Mr.'and Mrs. John B. Wirtz, who began the day with a Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Patrick's Catholic church at 7 o'clock. Many members of their family were present. A family celebration was also part of the observance. Both Mr. and Mrs. Wirtz are in good health and active in work in and about their home on Riverside Drive.. Formerly chief of police in McHenry, he retired about three years ago from employment at the Terra £otta plant. The couple has eight living children, Marie Miller of Woodstock, A. J. Wirtz of McHenry, Madeline Meyers of Johnsburg, Fred Wirtz, Catherine Thompson, Alfons and Francis Wirtz of McHenry and Betty Cain of Jacksonville, Fla. They are also proud of seventeen grandchildren. CONRAD SAENGER DIES OF INJURIES WHEN HIT BY CAR COUNCIL in CAPSULE Due to the indefinite disability of the police car, a meeting of the Aldermen was called last Saturday evening in which an emergency was declared and bids received on cars ready for, immediate delivery. All dealers showed interest in the city problem and submitted unusually low bids. The Clark Chevrolet bid in the amount of $2,195.00 was accepted All bids on 1956 and 1957 cars are oil file in the City Clerk's office and open for inspection. In view of regular meetings requiring greater length of time than desired, the council will meet on Thursday evening of this week to discuss parking and safety conditions in the Green Street business area. It is hoped that a solution can be reached by having all trucks deliver merchandise at the rear of buildings. Residents in the Center Street and Wattles Subdivision area are pleased with the improvement to Grove Ave. Calcium chloride has been applied fo! prevent the clouds of dust Which covered the area. Funeral services were held Saturday in Chicago for Conrad Saenger, 74, who died in McHenry hospital on the evening of Oct. 24, of injuries sustained when he was struck by a car driven by Larry L. Beaman, 19, of the McHenry area. The young man told authorities that as he drove through Lilymoor the previous Sunday night, the elderly man suddenly walked against the side of his car and was tossed against the windshield. Saenger suffered head injuries, bruises and shock and failed to respond tq treatment. He. had been at a Lilymoor rest home only three days before the accident. The body was taken to the Peter M. Justen funeral home, where an inquest was conducted, and later, removed to Chicago. COUNTY RECORDS ITS THIRTY-THIRD TRAFFIC FATALITY Mr. and Ms. Ed Skoney and sons of Elmhurst spent Sunday in the home of her parents, the Frank WeingartS. The thirty-third traffic victim in the county this year was Mrs. Gen9 L. Toone, 28, of Walworth, Wis., who died in Harvard hospital Saturday evening of injuries received in an accident on a gravel road just north of the Alden blacktop. She was a passenger in a car driven by Ernest Meyers of Lake Geneva when the crash occurred. Others in the auto were the owner, Chet Forsythe, of Walworth and Mrs. Toone's son, Larry, 10, all of whom were injured. According to authorities, Meyers lost control of the car on a sharp curve when he applied the brakes. It went off the road and skidded 400 feet before striking a tree. TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS In a police report for the city issued this week, it is noted that five drivers were arrested for speeding, four for having noisy mufflers, one for parking in a no parking zone, one for not having a driver's license and one for driving under the influence of liquor. ; With enthusiasm for the ajjF proaching election at a high pitcl) and campaign speeches growing in number and intensity, larjg£i crowds are expected at the ptilliB next Tuesday, Nov. 6. At thattime, not only will a president and vice-president of the Unite! States be chosen but also m&i and women for other nations^ and for state and county postsE It was disclosed this week that! there are more than 40,000 regf' istered voters eligible to make £ choice of candidates ih the caaOr ty, indicating a possible all-timil high in votes cast. ® The two leading parties Safe the following candidates: * Candidates fi President: Dwight D. Eisei# hower (R) and Adlai E. Steva# son (D). |f Vice - President: Richard BCl Nixon (R) and Estes Kefauvet (D). < United States Senator: Everett M. Dirksen (R) and Richarg Stengel (D). -K„ Governor: William G. Stratum (R) and Richard B. Austin (DJ Lieutenant Governor: John Chapman (R) and Roscoe Boo? > jean (D). J Secretary of State: Charles 1& Carpentier (R) and David R . Mallett (D). ! Auditor of Public Accounts* v Elbert S. Smith (R) and Michael : J. Howlett '(D). State Treasurer: Elmer J. Haffl*-4 man (R) and Arthur L, (D). Attorney General: Latham Castle (R) and James L. O'Keefe (D). ; -- Xv. Clerk of the Supreme Court: Mrs. E&rle Benjamin Searcy (ft* and James P. Alexander (D). i Trustees of the University of Illinois: Wayne A. Johnston, Timothy W. Swain and Earl ~ Hughes (R) and Joseph B. CainfeT bell, Don Forsyth and Richard 4r<r'\ Nelson (D). Clerk of the Appellate Cour|^ Second District : Paul V. Wundea| (R) and David Ruhinsm (D). C ; Representative in Congress, Fourteenth District: Russell Keeney (R) and Harold J. man (D). State Senator^ Fifty-second Dia*. ^ trict: Robert McClory (R) and % Richard F. Babcock (D). c State Representative, Thirtjb second District: A. B. McConnell and John P. Manning (R) and Feme Carter Pierce (D). Clerk of the Circuit Court: Lester Edinger (R). , ^ State's Attorney: Don A. wicks (R) and William I. Caldwell (D)> County Coroner: Theron J. Ehorn (R). Polling Places There will be nine polling placet in McHenry township as follows: McHenry 1, Muzzy's store, Ring* wood; 2, City Hall, McHenry^ 3, Blake's garage, McHenry; & , formerly Bildner's barber shopi. Johnsburg; 5, Wonder Lake fire* house; 6, V.F.W. hall, McHenry; 1 7, Freund's Implement shop, M<i| ' Henry; 8, American Legion hal£ Wonder Lake; 9, Lakemoor fitts house, Lakemoor. >; The polls will be open from |_ ajn. to 5 p.m. Tuesday. Several special issues will Vp voted on by the public which^ have attracted considerable ine8 terest One of these concerns the position to amend and revise law with relation to banks and banking. It will read: Shall "an act to revise the law with relation to banks and banking and tQi provide penalties for the violation thereof and to repeal certain act| herein named" be adopted effec* tive Jan. 1, 1957. ^ The act is designed to bring* about clarification and modernr ization of the banking laws of the state and is generally approved by banking groups. Two other propositions shall also be put before the voters of McHenry county after proper petitions were filed with thtif county board of supervisors. OnQ asks for a "yes" or "no" vote wit whether or not an annual tax RO% exceed .075 per cent of the full; fair cash value of the taxableproperty in McHenry, as equal-y ized or assssed by the Depart-; ment of Revenue for the cars and treatment of persons afflict*^; ed with tuberculosis, be levied la. (Continued on Pa®e 81