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who's got the ball? All right U .r. PLAN Public Pulse (The Plaindealer invites the public to use this column as an expression o» their views on subjects of general interest in our community. Our only request is that the writers give - signature, full address and phone number. We ask too, that one individual not write on the same subiect more than once each month. We reserve the right to delete any material which we consider libelous or in objectionable taste.) RESPONSIBILITY "Dear Editor: "Please allow me to congratulate you on your 100th . anniversary - it is also a pleasure to read the issue. HOUGHTON HEATING • Air Conditioning • Gutters PHONE 385-5476 McHENRY EARL R. WALSH & JACK WALSH INS. F i r e A u t o . F - a r m L i t e R e p r e s e n t i n g R E L I A B L E C O M P A N I E S 4 4 1 0 W R t e 1 2 0 , M c H e n r y 3 8 5 3 3 0 0 DENNIS CONWAY A U T O L I F E F I R E State Farm Ins. Co. 3 3 1 9 W E l m S t McHenry, I I I 3 8 5 7 1 1 1 Farm Equipment George P. Freund.Ine. Case - New Holland 4102 VV. Crystal Lake Rd. McHENRY Bus. 3854420 Res. 385-0227 Halm's WONDER lAKE FUNERAL HOME 4ftL 815-728-0233 DR. LEONARD B0TTARI 1 3 0 3 N R i c h m o n d R d M c H e n r E y e s e x a m i n e d C o n l s c t L e n s e s G l a s s e s f i t t e d M o n T u e s . T h u r s . F r i 4 f t p m T u e s . T h u r s . F r i 7 9 p m S a t , 9 3 0 t o 3 0 0 P h 3 8 5 4 1 5 1 o r 3 8 5 2 2 6 2 McHENRY LETTER SERVICE P a g i n g S e r v i c e N o w A v a i l a t M i m e o g r a p h i n g T y p i n g A d d r e s s i n g M a i l i n g L i s t s 3 5 0 9 W P e a r l S t M c H e n r y P h 3 8 5 0 2 5 8 3 8 5 8 0 2 0 M o n d a y t h r u S a t u r d a y McHENRY COUNTY OFFICE MACHINES S A L E S S E R V I C E i R E N T A L S M o n S a t 9 5 3 0 F r i d a y t i l 9 0 0 9 3 G r a n t S t , C r y s t a l L a k e P h 4 5 9 1 2 2 6 l lRELiT RADIAL TIRES FOR ALL CARS Europa Motors Inc 2318 Rte. 120 8 1 5 - 3 8 5 0 7 0 0 ED'S STANDARD SERVICE EXPERT TUNE-IJP ATLAS Tiros Batteries. Accessories QUALITY American Oil Products PH. 385 0720 3H17 W. KI.M STRI CT • RADIATORS * Cooling System Specialists * AIR CONDITIONING * Trailer Hitches Fabrication it STEEL SALES • * Welding & Ornamental Iron worn out 3006 W. Rte. 120 McHenry ADAMS BROS. ( \ e v t t o ( . e m C l e a n e r s ) Phone 385-01 83 Copuit! U at our new q quick-action copy center Inventory Sheets Order & Bid Forms Catalog Sheets & Bulletins Promotional Letters & Flyers Important Correspondence Accounting Records Invoices & Statements Project/Product Specifications Try This Convenient New Service Soon! McHENRY PRINTING SERVICES 3909 W. MAIN 385-7600 easy-to-use XEROXf equipment/ "May I also congratulate citizens of Johnsburg School District 12 for recognizing and accepting responsibility to govern themselves and take the charge of our great American Constitution, to choose the destiny and mode of their children's education. However, we should not stop at the suc­ cessful passage of the unit district referendum. It is a fact that 'never one thing and seldom one person can make for a success. It takes a number of them merging into one perfect whole.' "The next responsibility and duty we face is to elect new unit district school board. We will have that opportunity on Nov. 1, 1975. "There are many problems to be resolved and numerous historical decisions to be made, the people of District 12 will intrust to school board members. We need qualified, dedicated and responsible persons who are willing to share their experience and wisdom with the school ad­ ministrators and community, for the better educational opportunity for our young people. "In present days of great stress and trouble, we should be well aware of the fact that most men living today do no have the rights and do not enjoy the blessings of freedom to speak, to worship, to meet, to think and to pursue one's op­ portunities. Too often the problems have been created by improper or illegal acts of our chosen leaders or officials. What is wrong is not our system but the acts of those who ad­ minister the affairs day in and day out. Very often those who complain are the ones who have not made their voices heard on election day. Let us remember the old adage that 'evil men are often elected by good people who stay home on election day.' "May I suggest a thought: 'To help another with no thought of personal gain, is the mark of a mature person.' And later on in old age, once we have learned to help others, we will not suffer from a common problem of old people - the need to be needed. "Yours truly, "Stevan Petrov" Editor's Quote Book It's not enough that we do our best; sometimes we have to do what's required. Winston Churchill EDITORIALS Food Stamp Program In recent weeks a number of prominent Americans have assailed the food stamp program. It's true that grafters have moved in and are chiseling on the government and giving the program a bad image. But some say that's not the full picture. Dr. Raymond Wheeler, a prominent physician and former president of the Southern Regional Council, speaks out in behalf of the needed, good side of the food stamp program and warns against throwing the baby out with the dirty water. fte says twenty million Americans now receive food aid- averaging about $250 per person--and that they pay taxes on food stamps they must purchase. The eligibility formula, he says, is not as loose as it is being painted. One columnist recently wrote about a four-member family earning $12,000 which qualified to purchase food stamps. Wheeler points out that the maximum net income for a family of four eligible to buy stamps is $540 per month. This permits them to pay $138 for stamps worth $162 and the only way a family earning $1,000 a month could --with deductions--reduce their income to $540 is by huge medical expenses, Some families with abnormally high medical expenses, heavy family illnesses, qualify but not many Households of four with a net income of $200 pay $53 for $162 in stamps, Wheeler says. And he notes that because a stigma is attached to the use of stamps, several million who now should have them don't use them. While he agrees that eligibility rules and checks should be tightened to eliminate the chiselers, Wheeler contends the federal food stamp bill is not excessive and that in many states far more people should be receiving stamps than are now getting them--based on income figures for the state as a whole. On the other hand, checkers at super-markets complain bitterly about the premium cuts of meat bought in large numbers on food stamps - cuts that these working check-out people cannot afford for their own families. Indeed, the food stamp program is one for a difference of opinion and perhaps each side has something of truth in the argument presented. The Key -- Reading Teachers have shocked legislators and the general public in recent years in bluntly reporting that masses of American children, usually those from disadvantaged homes, cannot read - even in high school. Kenneth Clark recently remarked, in Washington, D.C., he felt it obvious parents in the national capital didn't care whether their children learned to read or not. There the problem is scandalous. One reason for Clark's indictment is that the capital's schools refused to adopt an emergency but practical solution to the scandalous situation. Clark suggested in 1970 that a year be dedicated to reading and simple math - by all teachers if necessary - for those found unable to read adequately, no matter what grade they were in. While the nation's capital refused to follow this common-sense approach, the schools in Richmond did so. And the results there have been encouraging. Washington's schools were balked by the teachers' union. Richmond had no such obstacle to overcome. It was found in Richmond that many teachers didn't know how to teach reading; they were told to take courses to learn, or else. They learned and children who had never learned to read adequately made significant progress. To learn any subject one must read; therefore, reading is the priority, foremost course in elementary school, and above, when necessary. The Richmond experiment shows that a year dedicated to reading is worth the time and effort--and maybe the only way to cope with situations now existing in someof the public schools. A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. Weekly Market Review The stock market rally which began two weeks ago after an 80 point collapse ran out of steam last week and lost its following. The advance was very narrow in scope with many of the normal market leaders continuing to slide. Overall action, in our opinion, was characteristic of an overdue technical bounce rather than a significant reversal. We did not see, for example, signs of serious buying and broad interest but rather some short covering and isolated "bargain hunting" coming from apparently limited institutional buying programs, thus, we are maintaining our cautious, defensive approach to the market. The fundamental news background this past week was a mixed bag. The Sinai agreement between Israel and Egypt was certainly an important step in the right direction although fully anticipated in advance by investors. August new car deliveries, down 12 percent from last year, continued to illustrate that Detroit isn't fanning the inflation fires and the federal budget deficit in July of $11.1 billion, second worst on record, showed clearly that Washington might try practicing what it preached to New York City. The wholesale price index for August was up 9.6 percent on an annual rate, a relief as compared to the high double digit figure widely anticipated, but it didn't help investment spirits. The "on again off again" survival of New York City continued to dominate the headlines. Having made it another week, investors felt a bit more comfortable and stocks did better late Monday and so far today. Although the possibility of eventual default has been widely talked about, the consequences are so unclear that we doubt the actual event, if it does occur, has been fully discounted. However, the biggest problem in the stock market today remains the very uncertain outlook for the economy, inflation and interest rates. Until some light is thrown on these subjects or until stock prices get ridiculously cheap, we do not envision a strong stock market. Exemption For Home Improvements Gov. Dan Walker lasl Thursday signed a four-year exemption from assessment increases for improvements made by taxpayers on their homes. The new homestead exemp­ tion provides that home im­ provements up to $15,000 in value are not to be counted in the assessed value of a home for the first four years after the improvements have been made. The bill applies if the Qoodwill Truck On Collection In McHenry Sept. 26 The Abilities center Goodwill Industries truck will be in McHenry Friday, Sept. 26, to collect repairable clothing, shoes, toys and housewares for the handicapped clients at Goodwill, according to Mrs. Nick (Agnes) Adams. For pickup arrangements, club programs and information about Goodwill, interested persons may call Mrs. Adams. At Goodwill handicapped men and women, who other­ wise would be dependent on charity, are given the op­ portunity to earn and learn. They work at repairing and salvaging clothing, shoes and housewares. The sale of these products become paychecks. The product of Goodwill is rehabilitated people and all income is used in training the handicapped. Goodwill needs 3>2 million pounds of clothing, 100,000 cartons of miscellany and housewares annually to serve some 500 handicapped workers. This material is used in a learning and earning program of rehabilitation. Goodwill also provides medical consultation, oc­ cupational therapy, vocational counseling, work evaluation and training. The entire program is organized to help the handicapped person to measure up to his physical, mental and social potentials, as well as to the realization of his disability. PAGE 15 - PLA1NDEALER-FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, I»75 m *>' SENIOR CITIZEN'S CORNER Working Women Women comprise 44 percent of the U.S. work force. This means that 32 million women are Are You New In McHenry Area ? ************ Do You Know Someone new? WE WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND A ROYAL WELCOME TO EVERY NEWCOMER TO OUR AREA ! ! ! ! ! CALL JOAN STULL 385-5418 % mnnmm at working full-time outside the home. Most women, who enter the outside labor force by age 20 and remain single, work 45 years --two years more than the average man. Of 52 million families in the U.S.. 6.6 million KNOW YOUR AREA-ROYAL WELCOME DOES IT BEST K0ENEMANN Country Made Sausages, Hams and Bacon GERMAN IMPORTS AND CHEESES A Full Line Of Delicatessen just east of Rt. 815-385-6260 VOLO home is occupied by the owner. The bill Gov. Walker signed is House Bill 1386, sponsored by Rep Thomas J. Hanahan (D- McHenry) and Rep. Ralph J. Capparelli (D-Chicago). It applies to the 101 downstate counties. "This legislation will give homeowners a four-year exemption from increased assessment due to home im­ provement. "It will provide some modest tax ivlief, tor property tax­ payers. It is a step we should take to lift some of the property tax burden. And I am pleased that I am able to take that step." Both bills have immediate effective dates. Place Hot Air Ballons Under State Control Legislation placing hot air balloons under control of the State Department of Tran­ sportation has been signed into law by the Governor. The announcement was made by two of the bill's sponsors, State Senator Jack Schaffer, R- iCarv. and Rep Thomas J. Hanahan. D-McHenry. The new law, which had the support of balloon enthusiasts throughout the state, will have particular effect on McHenry county because of its large number of balloonists and the presence of the Fox River Grove balloon port. By allowing the aeronautics division of the Department of Transportation to control hot air balloon activities. HELPFUL IDEAS FOR SUCCESSFUL RETIREMENT Home Health If you are confined to your home and you need part-time skilled nursing care or physical or speech therapy. Medicare may help pay for these and other serv­ ices furnished in your home by a home health agency taking part in Medicare Your doctor has to order this kind of care for you and, from time to time, review the plan he has set up Medicare can pay for home health care under either hospital insurance (Part A) or medical in­ surance (Part B> Medicare can cover home health care only when it is needed because of your medical condition. If you live in a home for the elderly or a similar residential facility, this can be considered your home for Home Health Care payment A nursing home or other place that provides mainly skilled nursing care to its patients cannot be considered your home For more information about Medicare home health benefits, ask someone at your social security office Your local agency can also provide information about home health agency serv­ ices available in your com­ munity. regulations will be put into effect to certify balloon ports and pilots, and legal respon­ sibilities and liabilities will be established for balloonists. Introduction of the bill was prompted by the enormous growth in recent years of hot air ballooning as a recreational sport -- a growth which has taken place long after the original Illinois Aeronautics act was passed in 1945. It is presently estimated that Illinois has the second largest number of balloons and authorized balloon pilots in the country. The bill's sponsors said ballooning is a safe, enjoyable sport which has become a valuable addition to the state's sports scene. Sheriff Report are headed by women; that is. a woman is the only working adult. On the average, those women in the work force who are divorced or widowed by age 35, will be em­ ployed outside the home for another 28 vears OFFENSES AS REPORTED: 1975 ' *1974 Abandoned vehicles 7 11 Anonymous calls 15 9 Arson 1 4 Assault 12 12 Burglary 104 49 Burglary from Autos 15 12 Criminal Damage 80 91 Disorderly Conduct 15 9 Domestic Trouble 56 51 Driving While Intoxicated 0 3 Emergency Assistance 5 8 Fatalities Other Than Traffic 4 2 Forgery 1 0 Found Articles 20 19 Liquor Violations 4 0 Lost Articles 20 18 Mental 0 3 Miscellaneous Investigations 13 61 Missing Runaways 4 24 Narcotics 4 Others 22 35 Outside Assistance 21 24 Overdose X 1 Robbery 2 1 Sex Offenses 0 2 Suicide Attempts 1 1 Suspicion 4 55 Theft 89 96 Theft-Auto 9 17 Traffic 57 34 Weapons 4 7 ARRESTS FOR THE MONTH: Assault 20 3 Burglary 18 6 Criminal Damage 8 10 Deception-Forgery 2 4 Disorderly Conduct 12 13 Driving While Intoxicated 8 11 Involuntary Manslaughter 4 0 Liquor Violations 7 15 Narcotics 7 15 Non-support 5 2 Sex Offenses 1 4 Theft 20 8 Theft-Auto 1 0 Traffic V1 261 Weapons 1 5 3 All Others 14 8 JUVENILE CASES HANDLED Assault 7 1 Burglary 4 2 Criminal Damage 7 1 Disorderly Conduct 1 1 Liquor Violations 1 0 Narcotics 2 0 Missing-Runaways 13 10 Sex Crimes 0 1 Suspicion * 1 0 Theft 9 2 Theft-Auto 1 0 Traffic 1 1 Weapons 1 0 All Others 11 7 ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS HANDLED Total Number of Accidents 182 146 Personal Property 109 106 Bodily Injury 79 38 Fatalities 8 2 Warning Tickets Issued 40 % PRISONER COUNT FOR THE MONTH Adult Males Received 170 131 Adult Females Received 11 13 Juvenile Males Received 12 10 Juvenile Females Received 4 2 Total Prisoners Received 197 156 Total Prisoners Discharged 202 162 Average Prisoner Count Per Day 43 29 Prisoner Records Prepared 197 156 Warrants Served 111 89 Court Processes Received 673 597 Court Processes Served 435 459 Bailiffs in Court 94 99 Persons Taken to Court 132 108 Meals Served for the Month 2,954 2,644 Persons Conveyed to Other Institutions 4 14 Mileage Conveying Persons 490 1,910 Mileage Serving Court Processes 6,509 5,506 Mileage Patrolling and Investigating 85,906 89,970 For Your Information Dear friends, The modern funeral has a two-fold purpose: it is a ceremony during which relatives, fr­ iends and associates pay their respects to the deceased - and comfort to the survivors. It usually lasts a period of two to four days, and takes place in the presence of the body of the one who has died. This helps to con­ firm the reality of death, which is essential for the mental health of the bereaved., Respectfully, .A--u A • PETER iVUlSTEN & SON FUNERAL HOME McHenry, Illinois 385-0063 V \