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J MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "Ssrviif The Chaia-O-Lakes Regioa Since 1875* Volume 87 -- No. 5 -- 3 Sections McHENRY, ILLINOIS, THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 1961 20 Pages -- 10c Per Copy FIRST HOME SHOW JUNE 9-11 Baccalaureate and graduation . exercises at Rosary college, River Forest, last Saturday proved to be a happy occasion for probably everyone in attendance except a McHenry mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Anderson. Their daughter, Marilyn, who would hrae been a member of the gRrauating class, died in her sophomore year, on Jan. 25, 1959. The school memory book was dedicated to the courageous young McHenry girl who refused to give up attending classes until she was too ill to be up and about. McHenry's new Mayor Donaffp. Doherty made the front pages of metropolitan newspapers, as well as TV and radio after topping eleven mayors to win the Harvard Milk Day milking contest last Saturday afternoon. Following the two-hour parade down the Milky Way, the mayors, representing cities in southern Wisconsin as well as IUbiois, tried their hand' at nffking some of the dairy cows for which this part of the state has become famous. .. Eaoh was given one minute, and the completion of the sixty. seconds found the local mayor in first place with a measure of 1320.2 cc. Second pilace went to Mayor Thore Emricson of Woodstock. nvCtoie. Iriends,«rf the. McHenqptttayor realized that he was raised on a dairy farm south of the city, and for this reason their hopes for .his success in the venture were high. Apparently the time spent on the farm was not in vain, for he tapped the large field with flying colors. ^ Judges were Rep. A. B. Mc- Connell, Rep. Feme Carter Kerce and Judge James GBoney. Before another paper goes 'to press, the nation will be observing Flag day. A number of local residents have shown some concern over the lack of interest in display of the flag oh recent holidays, and hope that Flag day will bring out every one in McHenry, whether it be the new fifty-star flag oPthe old forty-eight star banner, which shows equally as well that the person who displays it realizes the wonderful things for which it stands. Small brochures which are making their way among local residents tell us, in a very clever manner, that the annual Art Fair is not far in the futwe. Each folder welcomes the pHslic to the "biggest Fifth since Beethoven's (symphony) -- the fifth annual Country Art Fair". x Approximately KXr county artists are expected to show their works for this enjoyment of artj^pvers and tnb^e will be '(Continued on Page 5) Change Welter Plea To Guilty William Welter, 23, - of Franklin Park, who surrendered to authorities in McHenry county last Feb. 15, changed his plea to guilty in court Monday, and his attorney announced that probation would be asked for the young man charged with the Wahl Jewelry store burglary last Jan. 7. He had at first implicated himself in the oreak-in, but is reported later to have attempted to have the confession set aside. -On his way out of the court room, Welter was apprehended by Chicago police on suspicion of armed robbery two weeks ago. Welter had earlier told of his part in the Wahl break-in at 10 p.m. on Jan. 7, a burglary which he said also included two others as participants. George Krstoyich, 34, of Chicago was later apprehended and charged with taking part, but at that time he refused to give any information to police. He was arrested in connection with the local burglary and later released on $10,000 bond. The third person is still at large but is reported to be wanted for another burglary in February. Fred Wahl, owner of the McHenry store, was called to give testimony at the hearing Monday, but it was continued soon after the plea of Welter was given, and the jury was dismissed, tort]then4ay<n. Wahl said he may never know the exact- amount of his loss, but he is sure it Is well over $20,000. Customers continue to come into the store even now, several months after the burglary, to present tickets for jewelry items left for repair. Among the valuables taken w e r e i n c l u d e d d i a m o n d s , mounted and unmounted, watches, cigarette light ers, and expansion watch bands. None of it was recovered. It will be remembered that Welter surrendered to county authorities -in a Lake Geneva motel after notifying his family that conscience pangs prevented him from eating or sleeping. He later admitted his part in both the Wahl and Heinz fur store burglaries and told of his escape to the family summer, home at Wonder Lake. At the time of his aiTest in February, original bond was set at $50,000. MOTHER GRADUATES Mrs. Thomas Phalin of Court street, mother of five and grandmother of eighteen, received her degree of bachelor of science in education at the Pestalozzi Froebel Teachers college Monday, June 5. She is the second grade teacher at the Johnsburg public school. Attending exercises were her mother, Mrs. William Spencer, the Thomas Phalin, Jr., and Donald Phalin families. CITY FILLS VACANCY FOR POLICE OFFICER Zoning Group Named To Plan New Ordinance McHenry's City Council learned Monday night that far too much work can pile up when a three-week period occurs between meetings. S e v e r a l a p p l i c a n t s w e r e present to seek appointment to fill the vacancy left in the police department due to the resignation of Kenneth Espey. Following the interviews and consideration to qualifications, the council voted to hire Richard H. Burmann, a resident of the area who is now employed as a police officer at Arlington Heights. Burmann's experience and special training were deciding factors in the choice. A zoning commission was appointed to formulate and present a new zoning ordinance as a step in completing the extensive work set forth in the comprehensive plan for the growth of McHenry and the surrounding area. LeRoy Olson %as appointed chairman to serve v«th Royal Bernier, Donald Johnson, D&tilel Justen, Floyd. Covalt and McHenry's former mayor, George P. Freund. Report on Hearings The Zoning Board of Appeals reported on two hearings, recommending approval of the petition of A. S. Blake Motors, Inc., for a limited variation to permit a specific light industrial operfrttoft in the, small building adjoining the Blake Garage on Pearl street. The variation was granted, limiting the number of employees to five and limiting the time to five years. In line with the recommen dation of the Zoning Board of Appeals, the Council granted a re-classification to the Harris Trust and Savings Bank of Chicago and Mrs. Margaret Freund, changing property in the proposed new shopping area from residential to business use. Following review of bids by various printing firms, the Council voted to accept the proposal of -the Double "A" Printers of McHenry to print 500 new code books at a cost of $1,950. Continuing the plan to provide adequate lighting in all parts of the city, approval was given to install a light on Third street, south of John street. SEVERAL HURT ' imswbkm . AREA ACCIDENTS Crash West Of City Results In Injuries To Five Five persons were injured late Monday afternoon when two cars collided on Rt. 120, west of McHenry. Philftp Riley of Walkup W o o d s , C r y s t a l L a k e , was travelling west on the highway when he attempted to make a left turn. Seeing an approaching car, he turned back into his own lane, but was hit on the right side, in an almost head-on crash, by the other driver, who was Francis T. White of 7511 South Drive, Wonder Lake. State police, who investigated, said White attempted to pass on the right of Riley and in so doing, struck the other vehicfr. White was blamed for driving too fast for conditions and on the wrong side of the road. (Continued on Page 8) Mayor Fined Kotalik Studio Photo Chief Deputy William DeVries collects the first one dollar fine for shaving violation from Mayor Donald P. Doherty qnd issues him a shaving permit. The deadline for entering the contest in connection with the 125th anniversary of McHenry's founding was last Thursday, June 1. SENIINCE BE^WYN MAN 10 PRISON FOLLOWING HEM1NG ON TUESDAY After a period -of postponed hearings extending over . several months, Joseph' Chrz/ '42, of Berwyn was sentenced to from one to five years in the state prison in Joliet by Judge William Carroll in circuit court Tuesday afternoon. The charge was taking indecent liberties with a 13-year-old Wonder Lake girl last fall. Judge Carroll commented at the probationary hearing that the case should have been, and could have been, heard much sooner. He added that he made it a practice to give defendants all the time necessary for presentation of their case, but this particular case had been delayed^ too long. A psychiatrist appearing for Chrz, who had been held in county jail since his arrest last Nov. 18 at Wonder Lake, testified to the schizoid personality of Chrz, giving his opinion that the man wruld best be aided by receiving treatment, which may not be available to him while confined to prison. He said he was convinced that Chrz was aware of his actions. Tells Story Testimony of Chrz himself presented an unusual story of meeting the Wonder Lake girl about a year ago. He said he took her out with the consent and approval of the girl's mother. When they became engaged, he presented her with a $5 engagement ring, and later, when this was lost, he gave her a $1 ring. (Continued on Page 5) Fair Features fe ExKi&tf The fifth annual McHenry Country Art Fair sponsored by the woman's auxiliary to McHenry hospital will have a special exhibit of twenty-nine paintings from the Abbott Laboratories Fine Art Collection. Three paintings are all originals and include works by Thomas Hart Benton, Georges Braque, Charles Burchfield, John Stuart Curry, Salvador Dali, Marsden Hartley, Hans Hofmann, Fernand L e g e r, Rene Magritte, Georges Rouault, Maurice Utrillo and Grant Wood. Reproductions of these paintings will be available for sale at modest prices. The committee feels that it has been afforded a unique opportunity to display locally original paintings of prominent artists. This is another contribution to culture in the community which is one of the objects of the Country Art Fair. The fair will be held at the Junior high school Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 23, 24 and 25, from noon until 10 o'clock. A silent auction will be held continuously from the beginning to the close of the fair. This will enable all viewers to bid on works of art without the necessity of having to be present at a specific time. SENIORS T0 iRADUATE FRIDAY NIGHT Four Freedom Safeguards Are . Subject Of Talks With bette? cooperation thsun' provided by the weatherman last year, the 1961 commencement program of the McHenry Community high school will be held on McCracken field Friday evening, June 9, at 8:15 o'clock. In case of rain, the program will be held in the school gym, and admission will be by ticket only. The program is scheduled to open with the processional "Pomp and Circumstance," played by Judy Martin. The Legion awards will be presented by Commander George Mrachek, followed by presentation of various scholarships. The Louise Barbler memorial scholarships will be made by Bob Beckenbaugh, presidentelect, and Janet Eckstein, vicepresident- elect, of the Student Council. The Pep club scholarship will be given by Bill Anderson, the Future Teachers award by Dorothy Kerr, the P.T.A. scholarship by George Dason and Kiwanis scholarship by Dr. Urban V. Comes. Student Speakers Introductory remarks will be made by M. L. Schoenholtz, assistant superintendent, after which four seniors selected by a faculty committee, will present talks on four "Safeguards to Freedom." Eileen Noonan will speak on dependability, Anita Barger on cooperation, WDE VAHETY OF HOUSBKUD ITBtt INCLUDED AM0N6 DISPLAYS OF LOCAL MERCHANTS THIS WEEK SEEK ENTRIES FOB FIESTA DAY QUEEN CONTEST The time of year has arrived for selection of a Fiesta Day queen to reign over activities in McHenry from July 9 through July 16. The contest again this year is sponsored by the V.F.W. auxiliary. All girls residing in the high school district are invited to join who are single and between the ages of 16 and 21 years of age. The contest will be judged either Saturday, July 8, or the following day, and the winner will be presented to the large crowd expected at the pageant on McCracken field the evening of July 9. The queen will ride on the Chamber of Commerce float in the parade and will reign over all .festivities planned for the week. Daisy Smith is chairman and Connie Thomas is vice-chairman of the contest. Application blanks which will appear in, next week's issue should be filled in by interested girls and sent to Mrs. Thomas at 1719 W. Sunnyside Beach Drive, McHenry, making sure to include a picture. The deadline for entering is June 20. A meeting of the contest committee is planned for June ,15., • McHEWETv.YOUTH RECOGNIZED ON AWARDS NIGHT (Continued on Page 5) A special award night at Marian Central high school took place last week, at which time a number of young folks from this community were reco g n i z e d f o r o u t s t a n d i n g achievement. For class scholastic awards, Cameron Clark, a junior, was one of two cited for his work. Other such awards included the classical language medal to Jean Schoen, the English medal to Michelle Dougherty and the religious medal to Carol Deuscher. In the competitive nationwide Latin examination by the Association for Promotion of Study of Latin, the magna cum laude certificate went to Rex Hester and a cum laude certificate to Jean Schoen. Patricia Walsh won the Lions club award for scholarship and citizenship and the Veterans of Foreign Wars award for citizenship went to Anthony Paluch. An open house Is being planned by the Lilymoor women's auxiliary at Club Lilymoor on Doughnut Day, Friday, June 9, at Club Lilymoor. All proceeds will go directly to the Salvation Army. The open house will extend from 3 to 9 p.m., when doughnuts and coffee will be served. McHenry residents are eag>- erly looking forward to the city's first Home Show, which' will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 9, 10 and ll,- at the Just For Fun roller rink on Rt. 31. Home furnishings, home decorating, building materials ari& remodelling displays will all b$ included for the visitor, asz well as boating, automobile* and appliance Items. There wifE also be gift shops, color tele*® vision, lawn, garden and patigjj furnishings and equipments among many others. On both Friday and Satuett' day, June 9 and 10, show hotiri& will be from 7 to 11 p.m. On? Sunday, June 11, the final day-" and evening of the show this? program lists hours from 2 tat 8 p.m. Attractive display boothig have been arranged, which wills be well lighted for best dispJajg of all articles. sa Show Long Awaited S The Knights of Columbus <sb McHenry are sponsoring / tlj£ show, which McHenry bivBK and business leaders have long hoped would some day fbeconjell a reality. In com munition? where they are an annuSF event, the shows are hailed ag a "must" for acquainting thB5 public with the variety of me^ chandise available. Setting aside three days f<MT such a show gives an opportun* ity for McHenry area residents to better view in a short tiRlftthe numerous services which are offered Iij' aft lthesl Prizes will be. given away the last night, and at this time^. professional entertainment will be offered the visitors. Co-chairmen of the show «(#• Art Roth and Ray Mendyk, who head the committee on arrangements. ELMER MURPHYS MARRIED FIFTY YEARS JUNE 3 Mr. and Mrs. Elmer R. Murphy of Wonder Lake celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary on Saturday, June 3, when open house was held for, 137 guests between the hours, of 1 and 5 o'clock, after which, a buffet supper was served. The Murphys were married June 3, 1911, in Ravena\Vood church, Ravenswood, 111. They have lived in the McHenry area for twenty years. Mr. Murphy was a policeman for the city of McHenry for three years and has been a constable for many years. The couple has four children, Gladys Stuec^ann of Wheaton, Edward of Wonder Lake, Elmer, Jr., and Delores of Napa, Calif. On their anniversary, they received telephone messages from the latter, wftt were unable to attend. The deaths of two Woodstock men this past week brought the county traffic toll to sixteen for the year. 'McHENRY HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES OF 1961 mwzimmm' Kotalik Studio PhoSto •m sirf?