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PAGE 17 - PLAIN DEALER-FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 1975 BLOOD DRAWING TERMED SUCCESS - Cal Wynveen, lab supervisor at McHenry hospital, reported that 113 units of blood were obtained at the blood drawing held at the First Methodist church last Thursday afternoon from 3 until 7 p.m. Wynveen termed the drawing "very successful". Shown above are donors and personnel who participated in the blood drawing which will go into the Aurora Area Blood Bank for use by local area hospitals. Don Virgens was chairman of the blood donor day. The Shopper's Guide to Lawyers FIFTH OF ATTORNEYS CALLED INCOMPETENT Consumer Forum exxxxxx%xxsex$exxxx%xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxssxxxxxxx9i By Herbert S. Denenberg Former Commissioner Pensylvania Insurance Dept. For most people, a lawyer is a luxury that they cannot af­ ford. There are more than 350,000 lawyers in the country, and they are paid more than $6 billion a year. The money comes almost entirely from the wealthy minority and govern­ ment-paid programs for the poor. Americans of moderate means, the 60 to 70 per cent of the population with incomes from $5,000 to $15,000, rarely use lawyers. The two biggest obstacles for them are expense and mistrust. Public suspicion has probably increased in recent months because of the large number of lawyers involved in the worst aspects of Watergate. Chesterfeld Smith, who has served as president of the American Bar Association, estimates that there is an in­ competent "fringe" of 20 to 25 per cent of lawyers who he "wouldn't trust to do anything." If Smith is anywhere near right, you may have great difficulty finding a lawyer you can trust and who will charge a reasonable fee. The purpose of this Guide is to help you find such a person. When to Get One... You should get a lawyer only when you need one, and the sooner the better. Many people go to lawyers when they could help themselves or get assistance for far less money elsewhere. Some pamphlets put out by bar associations suggest that you consult a family lawyer anytime you buy something on time or get a traffic ticket. Such advice is good for lawyers looking for clients, but it is not so good for people paying the bills. On the other hand, there is some truth to the old saying that the person who acts as his own lawyer has a fool for a client. Books that tell how to represent yourself ~ the legal do-it-yourself kits - often cause more problems than they solve. While a lawyer is probably unnecessary regarding or­ dinary traffic violations, unless your license is in jeopardy, you should definitely talk with a lawyer if you are charged with a crime or served with legal papers in a civil lawsuit. You should also consider consulting a lawyer regarding major life events such as serious accidents; deaths, changes in family status such as marriage, divorce or adoption; substantial changes in financial status, acquisition, sale or loss of valuable property; and major business transactions. Options to Consider... Once you reach the point of needing legal assistance, you have a number of options to consider. They include public legal aid, government lawyers, non-profit organization and private attorneys. You can find the name and location of free legal service organizations by calling the county courthouse or district attorney's office. Eligibility may depend on where you live, the size of your family and how much you earn. The Code of Professional Responsibility calls for lawyers to render free legal service to cpients who need it, but not enough lawyers do so. As a taxpayer, you are already paying for many Jawyers on the payrolls of local, state and federal governments. You may get all the help you need by consulting one of them. You may also get free legal help from non-profit organizations such as the American Civil Liberties Union and the NAACP. If you need a private at­ torney, proceed with caution before you select one, es­ pecially in a large community where the reputation of a particular lawyer may not be widely known. Here are some rules to help in the search. Rules to Follow... First of all, don't rely on general lists such as the Yellow Pages or Martindale-Hubbell Directory. The Directory, found in most libraries, lists most of the lawyers in the United States and gives ratings for some based on confidential recommendations from other lawyers and judges. But Martindale-Hubbell does not ask clients to rate lawyers, and the ratings do not evaluate a lawyer's scholastic achievements, type of cases he handles or his community activities. Legal reference services do no evaluating but merely refer to all lawyers as their turn comes up on a list. Good sources of information about the relative quality of lawyers are professional people and business executives. But make sure that there are no formal or informal deals between them and the lawyer named. "House" lawyers, such as the counsel for a company, may give good advice about private attorneys since they can be more objective. Law school professors and administrators may also be helpful. Questions to Ask... Most lawyers will meet with you on a get-acquainted basis without charging a fee. This is a good time to ask questions about the lawyer and his firm, if any. Fees and expenses should also be discussed openly. The most common by Illinois Attorney General William J. Scott In my last column I discussed energy saving methods for the home. This week let's look at ways we can conserve gasoline in driving. Following the legal speed limit is one of the best ways to save gasoline. It has been proven that motorists get better mileage in highway driving by observing the legal 55 mph limit than by ac­ celerating to speeds of 70 or more mph. Not only does the driver waste expensive gasoline this way, but he also risks a traffic citation...and an accident. Another important gas saving measure is to always drive smoothly and stop and start gently. Anticipate stop signs and lights, slowdown zones and congested traffic. Sudden actions and jerky driving burns more gas. Encourage any passengers you are picking up en route to be prompt. Idling an engine for more than a minute wastes gas. It's best to turn off your motor if the wait promises to be long. It takes less gas to restart your car than to idle it. Use your accelerator arrangement for fees is a straight hourly basis. A good lawyer may be able to estimate the amount of time he will need, but legal work can be very complicated, making expenses and time unpredictable. " Some lawyers will take a case on a contingent fee, which means he will be paid only if he wins your case. Such arrangements are most common in negligence cases such as claims for personal injuries. Contingency fees vary from 25 to 60 per cent; the average is 33 per cent. Finally, if you think a lawyer has been incompetent or dishonest, don't be afraid to complain to the nearest bar association. This series is based on The Shopper's Guidebook to Life Insurance, Health In­ surance, Auto Insurance, Homeowner's Insurance, Doctors, Dentists, Lawyers, Pensions, Etc. by Herbert S. Denenberg. Consumer News Inc., Washington, D.C., 20045. 156 pp. $3.50. smoothly. Sudden pressure to the floor puts an excessive amount of gas in the engine. And racing the engine or pumping the accelerator wastes gas. Build gradually to a higher speed before en­ countering hills and long grades. Use your air conditioner only when needed. According to figures from the General Services Administration, using your auto air conditioner means 3 loss of one or two miles per gallon of gasoline. However, it is important to run the unit for a few minutes at least one time per week year round to keep it functioning properly. (Do not diconnect it or the seals will be damaged.) Eliminate all unnecessary weight from your car truck and storage areas and remove any attachments that aren't being used, such as luggage or bicycle racks. Form car pools. And travel routes offering the fewest starts and stops and the least amount of traffic. To prevent wasteful overflow and allow room for fuel ex­ pansion, buy slightly less than a full tank of gas. Check your tire pressure frequently. Tires that are underinflated put a greater drag on the engine, causing more gas to be used. Use the grade of engine oil advised by your car's manufacturer. Oil that is too thick requires more power and therefore more gasoline. And oil that is too thin may cause damage. If your gasoline mileage drops suddenly, you may have mechanical trouble. Replace worn spark plugs and points as needed. Check the cooling system and flush and replace antifreeze if it is contaminated. Check for proper wheel alignment. Inspect the muffler, exhaust and tailpipe for blockage that could impede the exhaust and create back pressure on the engine. Follow the manufacturers recom­ mendations on all pollution control devices. Remove bugs and foreign matter from your radiator and air conditioner front. This can prevent overheating. These are just a few tips I can think of to conserve gasoline. I'm sure you can come up with more. But doing them is the important thing! And a final thought...Now, before you're stuck in a snowpile in ten degree weather, check your battery. If the container is cracked, you have problems. You also may have problems if the battery is more than three years old. Let a trusted mechanic check. Also, see if your battery needs water or if the cables are corroded And be certain your battery is fully charged. Uranium Low Stockpiles of uranium are get ting low. It's a space-age fuel, and more new nuclear power plants are increasing the demand for it. Prospectors have to look farther to find it. Mining com­ panies have to spend more to produce it. Between now and the end of the century, the United States will need another 1.5 to 2 2 million tons of uranium, to add to present stockpiles, to use as power plant fuel. According to some experts, nuclear power plants may generate up to 60 per­ cent of the nation's energy demand by the end of the cen­ tury. INSTALL AIR CONDITIONERS - Six air-conditioner units, each weighing 134,000 pounds, were put into place on the Main hall building at the McHenry County college new campus site recently. A Lima crane, nicknamed "The Beast", with a 190 foot reach, weighing 90 tons, was used. Russell Labudde, field representative for Mochon, Schutte, Hackworthy, Juerisson, Inc., commented that this is one of very few times out of twenty-seven years he has been involved in working with a»crane this size. "The Beast" is the second largest made. Picture shows picking up unit from ground and putting it in place on top of buildirg. DIAL-A-DEVOTION PHONE Hear God's Word Wherever You Are. SPONSORED BY: GlETTLER'S SERVICE STATION gweffimfy cA^CHDRCH SERVICES ¥ \ \ # S'/. ' illiil 1 TODAYand : mm i mm \y i "" i •• """ ,/#y* ^ ; •••••••#* Mount Hope Church I'nited Methodist 1015 W Broadway Pistakee Highlands Rev Len Schoenherr Sunday Worship 11 a.m.. Sun­ day School. !•:4."> a in . Faith Presbyterian Church West of the Outdoor Theatre .John <) Mclntyi e. Pastor Corporate Worship - 10:30 a.m Church School Grades 1-9 - 9:00 a.m. Pre-School - 10:30 a.m. Christopher Columbus had trouble recruiting sailors for his early voyages. Men were afraid, but the bravest enlisted and sailed off to the wonders of a new world. Most of us are afraid of the unknown. We have our qualms and doubts about a new job, moving to a strange city, beginning a marriage, or simply facing the uncertainties of tomorrow. We do not know what lies ahead, and we worry about being able to cope with it. In this ever-changing world, we instinctively yearn for that which does not change. Whatever tomorrow brings, we can have the peaceful conviction that the love of God for His children is trustworthy and everlasting. Discover an abiding security. Worship this Sunday. First Baptist Church .>09 N. Front S«. *85-0083 Rev. Marshall E. Werry Bible Study Sunday School 9:30 a in Worship Service 10:45 a.in and 7 00 p.m. Training I'liion : 6:00 p.in loterpiriahmi In I >»•.:! .it .ill Services Special Spanish Sri vices Wednesday. Prayer Service. 7:30 p.m. St Paul's Episcopal Cfurch 3706 W St Paul's & Green Rev Arthur I) McKay. Vicar 385-7690 Sunday Services Holy Eucharist 8 a.in.. Family Eucharist, to a.m. Church School & Coffee Hour. Wed­ nesdays Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Friday Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Wonder Lake Bible Church 7501 Howe Road, Box No. 2 Rev Richard N. Wright. Pastor Sunday; 9:30 A.M. Sunday School 11:00 A.M. Morning Worship Service 6:00 P.M. Bible Fellowship Hour Nursery care is available Wednesday: 7:30 P.M. Midweek , Prayer and Praise "Service. Copyright I97S Koistor Advertising Sc Strashurg, Virgini. Scriptures Selected Bv The American Bible Society Sunday Monday )ob Job 1:18-22 2:7-10 Tuesday )ob 5:17-20 Wednesday Psalms 11:1-7 Thursday ^ Titus 2:2-6 Friday Saturday Titus Jeremiah 2:7-8 5:7-9 First United Methodist Church 3717 West Main Street Church phone 385-0931 Ralph Smith, Pastor Parsonage Phone: 385-1352 Worship: 9:30a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Church School: 11:00 a.m. Church of God Greenleaf Ave at Fairfield I)i Island Lake School Services: Sunday School- 10A.M Church Service -11 a.m. Evangelistic Service - 7 p.m. Telephone: 312-526-8056 St. Peter's Catholic Church Spring Grove. Illinois Rev. Kilduff. Pastor Phone 815-675-2288 MASSES: Daily 8a.m Saturday - 7:30 p.m. Sunday - 7 a.m.. 9 a.iy... 11 a.m. Nativity Lutheran Church 3506 E. Wonder Lake Rd. Box 157 Phone 653-3832 Wonder Lake, Illinois Sun , Worship 8and 10:30a.m. ' Sunday School -9a.m. (Nursery Facilities Available) St Mary's Catholic Church Rev. Eugene Baumhofer Sat ., Eve., Mass - 5 p.m. Fulfills Sun., obligation. Sunday Masses - 6:30, 8,9:30 9:45,10:45,11, 12 noon. Alliance Bible Church 3815 W. Bull Valley Rd. Rev. Gerald Robertson Sunday School - 9:45 A.M Service -11:()() P.M. Service -7:00 Wed. Bible Study & Prayer 8:00 p.m. St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Jolmsburg Rev Leo Bat tel. Pastor Rectory Phone 385-1477 Convent Phone 385-5363 Sat.. night-8:00p.m. Mass Sun . Masses: 7. 9. 10:30. 12:00 Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints •James Hufford Branch President Phone: 459-3889 Meetings at Praire Grove School 8617 Ridgefield Road (Route 176) Crystal Lake, Illinois Sunday School Meeting 10:30 AM Sunday Sacrament Meetings 5:00 PM Sunday Except on 1st Sunday of Month; then held at 1- noon. Christ The King Catholic Church 5006 E. Wonder Lake Road Wonder Lake, Illinois Sunday Masses: 8. 10a.m. and noon. Eve., Mass: 8p.m. Fulfills Sunday Obligation. St. Patrick's Catholic Church Rev. Edmund Petit. Pastor Rev. Michael Douglas, Assoc., Pastor Sat ., Eve. (Sun . obligation fulfilled 5 p.m. > Sunday 7:15; 8:30.9:45, 11 and 12:15 Shepherd of the Hill Lutheran Church 404 N. Green St Rev. Roger V. Schneider Phone 385-7786 or 385-4030 Family worship and Sund.tv School - 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Nursery ' facilities available. Ringwood Methodist Church Ringwood, Illinois Rev. James Segin Res. 648-2848 Church 653-6956 Sunday 9:15 a.m. t hurch vr v ice. Church School at 10:15 AM St Francis National Catholic Church Flanders Rd., east of Ringwood Rd. Sunday Masses- 10 a.m. Father Dobranski - Pastor Chain O'LakesEvangefical Covenant Church 4815 N Wilinot Rd. Rev. Mitchell Considine Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service' 11:00 a.m. Church Phone - 497-3000 Parsonage -497-3050 Christian Science Society Lincoln Road and Eastwood Lane Sunday Service - 10:30a.m. Sunday School - 10:30a.in. Wed Eve., Meeting Every Third Wed. - 8:00 pm. McHenry County Friends Meeting (Quaker) 1st & 3rd Sundays. 10:30 A .M. for information call: 385-387-' or 312-683-3840 Spring Grove Church United Methodist. 8102 N Blivin. Spring Grove, III Rev. Len Schoenherr - Pastor Sunday Worship 9 a.m Sunday School - 10:15 a.m. Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church „ n Missouri Synod) 4206 W Waukcgan Rd. >\\ Rt 120) Rev Herman F < Irael 385-0859 385 l<iH Sunday Worship - 7 45 and i<t:3o Nursery Serv ices prov ided a t 10:30. Education lor Etermtv Sunday School Children and Vouth. 9 a.m. McHenry EvangeJical Free Church Meeting At The Masonic Temple 1309 N. Court St., McHenry Sunday School - 9:45 AM Morning Worship - 1 1:00 AM Wed. Eve. Prayer & Bible Study 7:30 PM George R. Justen Funeral Home 3 5 1 9 W . l ' . I . M S T R K I T M c H E N R Y , I L L . 3 8 5 - 2 4 0 0 Glaviano's Interiors & Palatine Mill work 3 8 5 - 3 7 6 4 or 3 8 5 - ' 3 7 6 5 4 1 4 8 . R O t " I T 3 1 J I S T N O R T H O F M c I I E N i n I I O R M . Brake Farts Co. P . O . 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