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Patti Anderson Marian Queen Following in the footsteps of her sister, Kasey, a senior at Marian high school who was homecoming queen, Patti Anderson was crowned queen of that school's junior prom last Friday night. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert M. Anderson, Jr., of 1906 W. Grandview, McHenry. The junior class selected six finalists for both the king and queen, and from them the new rulers were named. The prom was held at Chateau Louise, followed by a post-prom party at the school, based on the "Show Boat" theme. Jon Sheahan of Woodstock was elected king. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD Musin'and Meanderin' Third Annual Talent Show At Harrison School A motorcyclist and his passenger were slightly injured Sunday afternoon at 3812 W. Waukegan road, McHenry. Walter H. Gordon of that address, said a dog ran across the road in front of his 'cycle and in an attempt to avoid hitting a parked car, he lost control of the machine and it slid on the pavement. ^ His passenger, Bruce Kramer of 443 Becking, Woodstock, was taken to McHenry hospital by the McHenry Rescue squad. Gordon went to the hospital VOLUME 98 NUMBER 81 WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 1974 20 PAGES8. TWO SUPPLEMENTS Tavano Resignation Ends Spring Grove School Hassle Heated controversy that surrounded the firing of Spring Grove District 11 School Supt. Frank L. Tavano March 30, came to an abrupt and generally unexpected close last Thursday night with his resignation. After a private session held in the school, the board returned to open session to face an audience of about 100 people, As the meeting was re-opened, Dr. Tavano asked President Susan Nilles for permission to speak. The former superintendent thanked his friends for their support and encouragement, particularly in the last several weeks. He said he felt it was in the best interest of his family and the community that he resign, adding that he will stay on as an educational consultant to give assistance as needed in this transition period. "A board of education, under the school code, has the duty and authority to select and reject the superintendent of schools," Tavano told the assemblage. "I respect that right. I honor that law. I have a full and complete explanation of the basis of thes school board's decision and a full opportunity to discuss that decision," he continued. Tavano said an amicable agreement had been reached. "It would serve no useful purpose to me or the community to publicly discuss the details of our disagreement. My resignation makes the issue moot", he added. The former school head then urged his friends to show their support and interest in good education in the school district by putting aside any adverse feelings they may have and support the board of education, and particularly Acting Supt. Don Behling. In conclusion, Tavano emphasized, "I consider this matter closed and I hope that your ranks will close behind Don Behling and this matter be put aside". Secretary Leonard Duncan read an agreement between Dr. Tavano and the board. It disclosed a decision by Dr. Tavano who "decided to resign and presented his resignation at his own request". In the agreement, acts against him are rescinded and will be removed from school records. He will receive a salary as educational consultant in the district until Oct. 1, 1974. a The letrifr of recom­ mendation^ given to him reads as foHows: "Dr. Frank L. Tavano was employed as superintendent of Spring Grove Elementary (Continued on page 18) THE Public Hearing Possible observe HosP'fo< Week On Rt. 120 Improvement Five Health Education MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875 Now that our high school students are actively campaigning for a cleaner environment, maybe it's time adults kept pace. A short note received in our mail this past week designated two business firms where dirty, torn, faded and water-soaked curtains are an eyesore. But it was the final notation that attracted our attention. "I just moved to this town and love it so. I hate to see it turn into a ghetto". It appears that some McHenry merchants are not "putting their best foot forward". In a time of increasing competition, it might be wise to take a second look. The public expects to pay higher and higher prices at the grocery store. Folks also "are resigned to rising costs of clothing, medical expenses and almost everything else concerned with everyday living. But somehow people are not always convinced that conveying the news is any different than it was a few years ago. This just isn't so. As an example, newsprint, in short supply for so long, is also expensive. It has gone up in price another 10 per cent, the fourth increase in six months. Many folks believe subscription costs cover all the expenses printing a newspaper. Actually, revenue from this source barely covers the cost of the newsprint. It is advertising-- and only advertising -- that keeps all newspaper doors opening each day. This is the reason newspapers must differentiate (Continued on page 18) Legislators Tell Snub By Governor Over RTA State Sen Jack Schaffer, R- Cary, ana Rep. Thomas Hanahan, D-McHenry, have criticized Gov. Dan Walker for refusing to keep a scheduled appointment to discuss the Regional Transit Authority controversy. Prior to last week, Schaffer and Hanahan said they had been trying to meet with the Governor for more than a month, but received no response to their inquiries. Schaffer said the two McHenry county legislators were attempting to arrange a bipartisan public meeting or accountability session to be held by Walker in the county to hear citizen complaints about the recently enacted Chicago Regional Tranpsortation Authority. According to the two, they were approached by a Walker legislative aide earlier last week about holding a private The third annual talent show will be presented May 9 in Harrison school, Wonder Lake, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The main attraction of the evening is the premiere of the eighth grade movie, "Good Old Fifties". It will also feature other talent from the upper grades. The class of 1974 is sponsoring a bake sale during intermission. Profits from the evening/'WilK go toward the eighth ferade Springfield trip. Two aays-later, the eighth grade will sponspr a car wash in the Harrison parking lot from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. These profits will also go toward the trip. meeting with the Governor in his office. They said, however, that when they arrived for the appointment Thursday, they were informed that the Governor did not wish to meet with Hanahan because of some allegedly critical remarks made by Hanahan about Walker during the recent RTA campaign. But the Governor supposedly was willing to meet with Schaffer. Schaffer said, "I told the legislative assistant that this was a bipartisan issue in our area, and that it would be inappropriate for me to meet with the Governor without Rep. Hanahan, who is also the Democratic chairman of McHenry county. I told him it was both of us or neither of us." Schaffer and Hanahan said they are extremely dismayed over Gov. Walker's attitude toward the proposed meeting in McHenry county. Designate Holidays For City Employees At last week's annual meeting of the City Council, holidays were designated for all city employees. They are New Year's day, Memorial day, Independence day, Labor day, Thanksgiving day, Christmas, the employee's birthday and a personal day chosen by each. All holidays falling Sunday will be c e l e b r a t e d M o n d a y . Regarding age limitations, unless otherwise specified by Proclaim May 8 Sweet Adeline Day In McHenry Mayor Joseph Stanek has officially proclaimed May 8 as Sweet Adeline day in the city of McHenry. It is an important day for this newly formed local chapter, when the charter will be officially presented by an officer of the International Organization of Sweet Adelines. The festivities will begin with dinner at 7:30 at the Country club, followed by installation of the first officers and presentation of the charter. Entertainment will be provided by the Note Abouts, a men's barbershop quartet from Chicago. The McHenry chapter has real cause to celebrate, since it follows two years of struggle and hard work. There are now thirty members under the direction of Mrs. Pat Gat tone. Performances this year have been many more in number than the group anticipated and have provided pleasure for the singers and audiences alike. The theme song is "Harmonize the World". JAY DOHERTY Jay Doherty has been elected president of the Associated Students at Marquette university for the year 1974-75, an organization representing 12,000 students. A Political Science major. Jay will begin his senior year in September. He has served as president of McCormick hall and a resident advisor. Jay is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald P. Doherty. ordinance or statute, the maximum age for employment was set at 65 years of age effective Jan. 1, 1975. This provision is applicable only to those full time or part time employees covered by the Illinois Municipal Retirement fund and-or the Police Pension fund or any other such pension plan in which . the city participates. Rogers noted that if the city has a valuable full time employee, he should be retired and then rehired on a part-time basis. He pointed out that retirement at 65 was an industry-wide practice and these individuals should take advantage of pension plans available to them. Provisions were made for sickness and accident benefits, paid vacations and uniform allowances. As suggested by the Finance committee, a completed copy of its recommendations will be published in pamphlet form and distributed to city employees for their information. Council approval was given to the establishment of seventeen Class A liquor licenses (retail sales in taverns), five Class F license (sale of packaged liquor) and one Class G license (service bar). Earl R. Walsh, City Clerk, handed out copies of petitions submitted to him and signed by 185 citizens of the city of McHenry, addressed "to the Mayor, City Council and Police Commission of McHenry". The petitions stated: "We, the undersigned, would like to express to you our appreciation of, and confidence in, Police Chief Kenneth Espey. In our opinion, he is doing an outstanding job and, through (Continued on page 18) Pictured above are members of the second semester editorial board of the Johnsburg Journal, student newspaper at Johnsburg Junior high school. The school has just learned that the Journal received a first -class honor rating in the first semester National Scholastic Press association contest. Seated is Rocco Scaturro, editor-in-chief. Other editors of the newspaper staff, from left, are Geri Ann Armon, assistant editor; Jerry Thiel, sports editor; Linda Bonk, news editor; George Rank, copy editor and Kathy Besserud, feature editor. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD The Johnsburg Journal received a first class honor rating in the first semester National Scholastic Press association contest. The NSPA competition is a nation-wide contest in which the local school newspaper was in competition with hundreds of oublications from other schools throughout the United States. Last year only five junior high newspapers in the United States received first class ratings in the mimeograph category. This year Johnsburg school won its first class honor in this classification. A first class rating^indicates an excellent publication indicative of sound journalism and high standards. This is the first time Johnsburg Junior high has entered. Both Randy Swikle, the teacher in charge of the Johnsburg Journal and the first and second semester students in the classes were very enthused with winning the award. The student editor for the second semester is Rocco Scaturro; the first semester (Continued on page 18) Offered "We continue to offer the public a program of information, accident and disease prevention, and assistance on a high level of professional competence -- from weight control for the obese and diet helps for diabetics, to the continuing program for families of cardiac patients. This is the role of today's hospital." McHenry hospital was chartered by the State of Illinois in 1957 as a non-profit institution "to care for ill and disabled persons, to engage in health protection and education, to promote scientific research, and to promote general health." residences or businesses will be displaced. Purchase of additional property required for construction is scheduled for this summer. Maps and other information are available for inspection and copying at the regional office of the Illinois Department of Transportation, 595 south State street, Elgin, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Requests for a hearing should be made to Sigmund C. Ziejewski, regional engineer, Northeast region, Illinois Department of Transportation, at the above address before May 29. Programs To Be himself for treatment of his injuries. He was ticketed for violation of classification (motorcycle). Roger F. Howe of 8611 Memory trail, Wonder Lake, was cited for driving while license was revoked or suspended after he ran off the road and damaged a fence on the Charles Steadman property at 3805 N. Route 47, Woodstock, early Sunday morning. Howe told deputies an approaching vehicle crossed the center line into his lane and he was forced off the roadway. McHenry hospital will offer five health education programs to the general public during National Hospital Week (May 12-18), it has been announced by Anthony Corcoran, executive director. Subjects of the classes will be diabetes (May 13); physical fitness and weight control (May 14); and "I Quit" smoking clinic (May 15); cardiac problems (May 16); and emergency care of the sick and injured (May 17). Under the supervision of the hospital's staff development instructor, Lynn Rew, R.N., the programs will enlist the cooperation of physicians, nurses and dietitians. "This year's slogan for National Hospital week - 'Get to Know Us Before You Need Us' - coincides with our objective of providing health education to the public on a continuing basis, not just when illness strikes," announced Corcoran. In conjunction with the theme of acquainting the public with the hospital as a health information center, more than 400 school children will have toured McHenry hospital during the months of April and May, Corcoran added. "The modern concept of a hospital is that of a regional resource for health education, professional research and evaluation, as well as service in times of illness, and emergency,'* he said. Provided requests are made, a public hearing will be held concerning the improvement of Rt. 120 from south of Charles and Greenwood road intersection to west of Ringwood-Draper road, a distance of 4.6 miles. Construction is tentatively scheduled for the fall of 1974. It consists of widening and resurfacing the existing 18-foot pavement to 24 feet, with 8-foot shoulders on both sides, and providing open ditch drainage. Additional, right-of-way will be required for construction of this improvement at some locations. However. no Ticket 'Cyclist For No Special License