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iaN Richmond N.-McHmiy IfW Eiamlnad-Contact Imim atMlMHMMf Mon.. Tuct.. Thurt. fri. 4-tpm Tu«».. Thurt. M. 7-9 pm Sal 9*30-3 Dm Phone: 3SS-4IS1 Of M5-2242 PAGE 18 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. AUGUST 10.1183 / l , ' P L A I N D E A L E I O Editorial Opinion (Your Congressmen's lb uie cumuHuamiir On Merit Pay i rebels fitting the Sandinista oposal sought to soften a more to keep the aid covert aid to leftist rebels There are indications the new executive director of the National Education association is not as adamantly opposed to merit pay for teachers as most past expressions from the NEA lead one to believe. m an interview in Education Week in June, the director, who awumed his duties June 1, says the NEA no longer opposes merit pay in principle. But the official position of NEA remains opposition to merit pay on the assumption such S5E>repfte^this,Tt^estimated that 30 state legislatures are now investigating master leached or merit pay plans, with Tennessee's new program very much in the national limelight. TOus the trend seems to be unmistakable. The question is how far and how fast it will go. In other words, despite the claim this system never works, there are many who believe some do, and that merit pay systems can be devised which are fair aiMwwifeeiethere should be a way-and probably is-to reward our best teachers. The bigger question today is how to develop fair systems that work. Economic Forecast The latest, changed, Administration economic forecast is good news for all Americans. ' • . ' • _ ' . The forecast is now for a national growth rate of the economy of 5.5 percent in 1963--up from the 4.7 percent forecast of a few months earlier. Combined with slightly lower unemployment figures (expected to remain high for several years however) and an official forecast that interest rates would be slightly down at the end of the year, the news is unquestionably optimistic. It might be remembered, too, that this third tax cut will pump much more money into the economy than the first two because much of the first two cuts were absorbed by higher social security and local and state taxes. Too Much Weather? Veterans in the media know one subject everyone is interested in is the weather. However, the deluge of weather reporting on television today is often dragged out and boring. On one weather channel, irs often alarmist. Every TV station these days has its weather reporter. Each has a different set of charts, radar shots, satellite pictures, etc. In the larger cities many are experts, but others are learning on the job, obviously stretching out forecasts. Also, the special weather channel, a good concept with good technical data, alarms too many unnecessarily. One wonders whether this is intentional or just too much exuberance. If intentional, it's an effort to keep people watching, and concerned, over approaching weather. This tendency to alarm people needlessly with warnings and exciting information is a temptation for forecasters. Many feel they do too much tornado forecasting today, for example. On a recent day a two-hundred mile area, north to south, was worrying about tornadoes all night. The next day it was claimed several had been sighted. But the major damage was an overturned trailer. A strong wind could do that. The point is that hundreds of thousands were needlessly worried. And what can they do in the fact of a night tornado warning? WASHINGTON-- Here's how area members of Congress were recorded on major roll call votes July 21-28. HOUSE COVERT AID -- By a vote of 213 for and 214 against, the HOURS injected an amendment making it difficult Cor the AdministratioU to continue supplying covert military aid to i The Democratic proposal sought flowing unless the Sandinistas stopped providing elsewhere in Latin America. It expressed the sense of Congress but did not mandate that the Sandinistas stop their aid. It was offered to HR 2780, which was headed for final passage. Sponsor Michael Barnes, D-Md., said "the policy of trying to overthrow the Nicaraguan government is illegal, ineffective, escalatory, counterproductive and unnecessary." Opponent Don Hitter, R-Pa., called it "immoral to pull the rug out from under those who are fighting for democracy and their rightful heritage as part of the original Sandinista revolution." Members voting yes wanted to stop or curtail secret UJS. aid to the Nicaraguan rebels. Illinois -- Voting no: Philip Crane, R-12. LIMIT-- The House rejected, 170 for and 247 against, an amendment to limit the number of U.S. military advisers in El Salvador to the present complement of 55, thus thwarting the Administration plan to send 70 more advisors to the Central American nation. The amendment was offered to the $200 billion fiscal 1984 defense authorization bill (HR 2989) that later was sent to conference with the Senate. Sponsor James Shannon, D-Mass., tamed it "an absurd idea that our advisers can travel into the field with Salvadoran troops and not become involved jn combat themselves." 1/ • • PLAINDEALER-\ ouiKrtit Dan Burton, R-lwt,saifl President neagan ^andwe should give him the support that is necessary to deal with a very, ^Semberavoting yes were opposed to additional U.S. military advisers in El Salvador. g -̂V°T^P^S ̂«or * *4 -gji-t. • ™ (HR 2496) to to recommend wSKSSSIfSvSem & .tort regulating profeotaul bodog t. m%e death of Korean DukJCoo Kim in a bout laat year with Ray "Boom Boom" UtatiHni was cited by advocates of U.S. regulation. Supporter Bin Richardson, D-N.M., said "we cannot contii Supporter fragmented and Letter to the Editor Public Pulse (Th« Ploindoolor invito* tho public to uao rtii* column o« on oaprootlon ol Ihalr oiowa on «wb(oc»» of ganaral In- ttrtit in our community. Our only ro^uoot it that tho writora givo ilfnaturo. Ml •tfdrota ond phono numbir. Wa oak too thot ono individual not writ* on tho a am* aub|oct moro thon onco • month. Wo roaorvo tho rifht to Mia any matorial which wo conaidor liboloua or in okJfetloiwbU taata.) tlM Emergency Assistance Is Available In Heat Crisis Director Peg R. Blaser of the Illinois Department on Aging has announced that emergency assistance is available to older persons in Illinois suffering from the current heat crisis. ^'"5hed§partmeftt mwW on^g.are ,worgnR( togetherto provide emergency assistance to seniors in every county m the state; snid Ms BldS6r "We are encouraging seniors who are having heat related problems to request assistance from aging network staff in their area." Older persons in McHenry county can receive assistance by contacting the Senior Citizen Information and Referral Center or the Region Two Area Aging on Aging - phone 815 939-0727. -- "The dangers caused by hot weather cannot be taken lightly," said Ms. Blaser. "Extreme heat can cause dangerous strain on an older person's body, and may result in sickness or even death." "Older persons should be particularly aware of the early signs caused by the hot weather," said Ms. Blaser. "Heat stress can cause physical and mental changes. These changes are warning signs that your body is in danger. "Most people feel hot and uncomfortable during the hot weather, and may notice a lack of energy or loss of appetite. Thes^are mild signs, and unless they last a long time, there is no need to be alarmed." Ms. Blaser said that more serious signs include dizziness, rapid heartbeat, diarrhea, nausea, throbbing headache, dry skin (no sweating)), chest pain, great weakness, mental changes, breathing problems, vomiting and cramps. "Individuals expressing such symptoms need to call a doctor or seek medical help," Blaser said. JUSTICE? "Dear Editor: "Justice - a seven-letter word that when looked at doesn't appear to mean a lot until we as individuals assign a meaning to it. Houghton- Miflin describes justice as 'moral Tightness, fairness, the ad­ ministration and procedure of law, a judge.' "A judge - A judge could be just any person off the streets, but in a court of law, we have judges whom we assume are highly qualified individuals who determine the fate of many people. The key word in the previous sentence is assume. "If you were to pick any person off the street and ask him about law and justice, most could not tell you about all the little intricacies. Therefore, when a lawyer is hired and your case goes to court, whether it be for a divorce or a major felony, your fate is in the hands of your lawyer, and the judge (each of whom you assume to be a skilled professional). "This was not the case, however, in one particular courtroom scene. During a divorce trial that a certain , t j u d g e w a n , P M r i i M f a t f i l f f n t i I "All the responsibility comes to rest on the taxpayer's shoulders. If we see a gross lack of respect for the laws of our state and our country taking place, it is up to us to correct it. All I ask is that everyone open their eyeslo the complete misuse of power, the power that we instill in these officials, and be absolutely sure the next time we {dace an X beside a name on a ballot that this person will do his or her best to see that everyone is treated fairly and given a chance for justice to reign supreme. "TeriPovidas" POLICE HELP ~ "Editor: "On Saturday evening, July 30, our two sets of keys accidently got locked up in our truck at our friend's home in McHenry. After our own efforts failed, we called Che McHenry Police department.- "Within 15 minutes, Officer Greg Burg came to our assistance. With much time and patience, Officer Burg, with the help of Ed Hayward Jr., was able to unlock the door successfully without breaking a window. * rt,: oil* w continue under the ineffective state regulation scheme...." Neilson, R-Utah, said the bill 'Hyptfies te mentoUty us so much federal regulation - if there is a problem, there ^Mta^ f̂̂ ^g?«8k««nted to take the first step toward possible U.S. reeiifetioti of pro boxing. Illinois -- Voting no: Philip Crane. SENATE MX - The Senate gave President Reagan a victory by rejecting, 41 for and 58 against, an amendment to delete funding for the MX missile. The vote kept $2.5 billion for huyingthe first 27 BIX missiles in the fiscal 1984 defense authorization bill (S 875), a $200 billion measure later sent to conference with the House. Both houses now have tentatively approved the MX to replace the Minuteman as the next-generation land-based missile, despite Pentagon uncertainty over whether it ever be safely based. Sen. James Sasser, D-Tehn., who voted to delete, 'said the basing problem undercuts the nuclear deterrence doctrine because "the only way to safeguard it is to launch it on warning, the so-called use-them-or-lose-them doctrine MX supporter Henry Jackson, D-Wash., said the missile will adequately deter the Soviets and enable the U.S. to conduct "vigorous diplomacy (for) global stability, human rights and arms control." ~~ ~ Senators voting no supported the BIX. Illinois--Alan Dixon, D, voted yes. Charles Percy, R, voted no. SILOS--By a vote of 42 for and 57 against, the Senate rejected an amendment allowing the Pentagon to buy the BIX but blocking the missile's deployment in existing Minuteman missile silos. Foes of the BIX supported this as a fallback position after they lost their bid to block its acquisition (above). Sponsor Daniel Moynihan, D-N.Y., said the Blx is Minuteman silos could be destroyed by silo-busting Soviet SS-9's. This vulnerability would encourage the UJS. to fire the MX on the basis of only sketchy, and possibly incorrect, evidence that the Soviets had launched an attack. Opponent James McClure, R-Idaho, said basing the new missile in Minuteman ICBM silos "is the absolute minimum U.S. response to the relentless Soviet strategic buildup of the 1970's" Senators voting yes opposed deploying the MX in Minuteman silos. tlHnri« _ Dixon voted yes. Percv voted no. VOLCKER--The Senate confirmed, 84 for and 18 against, the nomination of Paul A. Volcker to continue as chairman of the Federal Reserve board. Supporter William Proxmire, D-Wis., said that although Volcker's tight- money policies drew harsh criticism they managed to "break the back of ...an inflation that obviously bid to wreck our great economic system unless brought under control." Opponent Dennis DeCandni, D-Ariz., said "we should be telling Mr. Volcker that in a democracy we do not combat inflation by placing 12 million citizens on tiie rolls of the unemployed." Senators voting yes wanted Volcker to continue as the Fed chief. Illinois -- Dixon voted yes. Percy voted yes. VA NEWS Directory For Handicapped The Illinois Depart­ ment of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) has released the fourth annual edition of the Directory of State Services for Han­ dicapped People. The services direc­ tory is prepared in compl iance wi th statutory mandate. This year's edition lists services available to people with disabilities in the areas of education, medicine, rehabilitation, financial suppor t , f inancia l benefits counseling, housing assistance, transportation, vocat ional t ra in ing, employment , *' i n ­ dependent l iv ing, recreation, psychiatric counseling, and others. Copies of the direc­ tory may be obtained free of charge from the DORS Public In­ formation Section, Box 1587, Springfield 62705, or by contacting any DORS field office. The Disabled In­ dividual's Assistance Line (DIAL) is also a source of information about services for d isabled people , and DIAL also has a supply of these directories. Illinois callers can reach DIAL by calling collect to 312-793-5000. TDD users can call collect by contacting the TDD operator. Using Child Seatbcita Many of the 2,000 child­ ren killed annually in traffic accidents in the United States might have been spared if child restraints had been us­ ed, according to a report by the Texas Transportation Institute. Although seat belts offer substantial protection in a collision, only a few par­ ents are protecting their chil­ dren by buckling them in ̂ ai for short trips. troom scene took an hysterical twist. Instead of this highly trained A professional justice sitting on the bench, listening to the testimonies of both parties so he could make a fair and moral decision, this particular judge was taking an afternoon nap* Not only was this man- nappping, he woke himself up with his own snoring. "This may sound funny, and even cause you to chuckle, but as for myself, I am outraged. I can un- derstand that hearing divorce cases may become monotonous and tiresome, but I feel that these elected officials must also understand that while to them it is just another divorce case, it is a crucial period in the lives of the parties involved. The official decision in a divorce trial is so critical - to all parties that it is imperative that all elements of the case be presented and deliberated upon with a clear and. < open mind so that the final outcome is': fair and just to all involved. "In the above mentioned case, . justice was dealt a severe slap in the face, as were the parties involved, with the total lack of respect that was' shown to both the law and the people involved. The trial' was a complete mockery of our judicial system. To call this justice is an outrageous over statement. "Something has to be done about this, so I am writing this letter so that we can all open our eyes to what is going on in our legal system today.; We, the people, have the power to, elect these officials that decide our fate. With that power also comes the power to weed out of this group the people who take their responsibility lightly or the people who misuse their powers. EDITOR'S NOTE: F o l l o w i n g a r e representative questions answered daily by VA counselors. Full information is available at any VA office. Q - My only income is from a VA pension and we have had a rash of thefts lately. Is there some way I can protect „ „ . myself against the lost my*l>eekfr wiifuibBis done without their help. I probably would have had to wait until business hours on Monday to call a locksmith. "I have no idea how many people bother to .take note of their services, but this is -one person who is mighty glad that they are around. "DaWnM. Bliller, McCullom Lake" BELATED SALUTE "Editor: "McHenry made 12 "Rag Tag" Vietnam veterans proud again and gave MS our 'Welcome Home' on July 31, 1983, when we marched in your parade. From the time we started until the time we finished marching the people clapped, stood and cheered us on and showed us the support we never received when we came home from Vietnam. "Tears were in all of our eyes and emotions were running high that day, a day we will never forget, McHenry. Thank you, "JackS. Wojewoda, "President, "Viet Now"1 pensat be den - Yes. VA com- tion checks may deposited directly to your savings or checking account. Go to your bank and fill out a Standard Form 1199a. Q - May I use my GI Bill eligibility to attend school in a foreign country? A - Foreign training under the GI Bill is available only in degree programs in approved colleges and univer­ sities. Local VA regional offices have a list of approved schools. TV-1 Nearly four out of every 10 Americans watch TV while eating dinner, according toa recent Roper Organization survey. For Your Information D*ar friends. In only a decade, the subject of death hat moved from taboo into public concern. The dying have become tutors of their own doctors and nurses, due to the pioneering work of psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, who en­ couraged terminally ill patients to speak up about their fears and needs. Her books deserve attention. Respectfully, i 'LZ PETER M JUSTEN FUNERAL HOME McHENRY ILLINOIS 385 0063 ARE YOU NEW IN The McHenry Areo? Do You Know Someone New? We Would Like To Extend A Royal Welcome To Every Newcomer To Our Area! 1! CALL LORRAINE MONAHAN 385-5475 Know Bbbbhh ROYAL WELCOME Know Your Area-Royal Welcome Does KIWIS CONWAY AUTO. UM, Ml State fani lis. Ct. UI9W.«m»traat m-nit JAMES M. McWTEE, LAWYER AVARASLI TO MACTKC IN: PhmmI Injury Trial* Swtlna** Corporation* Will* Probata M>orc*4Ml l»W« 34MW.tlmStraat.MtHanrT II. fo r i Form Equipment George P. Freund, : Inc. 4101W. CryMalUhaM. But. 315-0420 Re*. 3*5-0227 MCHENRY COUNTY OFFICE MACHINES SALES SERVICE ( RENTALS t-5:M FrMay III 9:00 W Grant St.. Cry*tatLaka Mion*: 459-122* McHENRY DEMTAl CENTER DR. C.J. LUDFORD DR.KEVWWEGR2N OPEN 3 EVENINGS A WEEK UNTIL 1:30 P.M. ft SAT. 385-1360 We have Laughing Ges ft I.V. Sedation I B E L L I RADIAL TIRES FOR ALL CARS Ewropa Motors, Inc. 291 iRto. 126 I1S*3*5 0700 SERVICE LINE McHENRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 335*4300 FAMILY SERVICE ft MENTAL HEALTH CENTER 4302-G West Crystal Lake Rd.. McHenry, II. AOOSO 315-335*4400 TURNING POINT-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE STRESS LINE McHenry County 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Parents Anonymous meetings on Tuesday. ' Call 315-333-3000 STATE CHAMBER GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS HOTLINE 217-522-5514 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT - l;aj. GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 9Vh(i .TOnnoH Ol eirii.i i (.qqfiit Hours; 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. week days (Ever had a problem involving the federal government and not known where to call? And than been given the runaround or referrals by persons who meant well but didn't know how to helpf Ten specialists available at this center.) ̂< NATIONAL RUN AWAY SWITCHBOARD ' Illinois Phone: 300-973*4004 (Far confidential conversations on problems dealing with run-away children.) , MOVING HOTLINE Phone 300*424*9213 (Complaints about interstate moving by companies, buses or trains'. Sponsored by Interstate Commerce commission.) f' > NATIONAL HIGHWAY ' TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION Phone 300-424-9393 (Answers questions about automobile safety defects or whether a particular model has ever been recoiled. Valuable for those interested in buying a used car.) ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES 24-Hours Child Abuse Hotline TOLL FREE: 300-252*2373 CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION 300*433*2444 (Operates five national lines. Answers inquires about or reporting On the safety of products from kitchen appliances to children's toys.) NATIONAL SOLAR HEATING AND COOLING INFORMATION CENTER 300*523*2929 P.O. Box 1407, Rock villa rMd. 20350 (Dispenses information on solar systems for heating and cooling tq anyone from architects to home owners looking far a sun-powered hot-water system.) CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION 312-793-3530 Chicago, III. BIRTHRIGHT Pregnant? Need Helpt Counseling Service. 335-2999. 24 hours Answering Service. YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU FOR McHENRY COUNTY 4719 W. Elm St., McHenry Phone: 344-3240 24 hours Crisis Intervention and Confidential Coun­ seling for youth and families. - ILLINOIS STATE CHAMBER HOTLINE Phone: 217-522-5514 Answer to question* on gover- ment regulations. MENTAL HEALTH 1*300*392*3900 Crisis Center Line for McHenry Co. 24-Hour Emergency number and professional staff wll answer your call. Sponsoring agency McHenry County Comprehensive Mental Health Service System. . NATIONAL NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH ASSOCIATION / Post Office Box 17400 , Washington, D.C.. 20041 Phone (703) 471-0404 McHENRY COUNTY CETA OUTREACH CENTER /' • 444 Russql Ct. Woodstock, II. 40093 (315) 333-7100 / # JOB TRAINING OFFERED McHENRY COUNTY ASSOCATION FOR THE RtTAkufeD Robert G. Lambourn. Executive Director ALCOHOLICS ANONYA (815) 455-3311 McHENRY COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS COUNCIL 300*392*3272 Monday through Friday, 3:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PRAIRIE STATE LEGAL SERVICES, INC. 300-942-3940 Free legal representation In civil cases to law income persons. Landlord-tenant disputes, domestic violence or Improper denial of benefits such as Social Security, Public Aid, Food Stamps. General Asslstaaca ft Unem­ ployment Insurance SUPPORT GROUP FOR MEN WHO BATTER Meets every Thursday 4*7 p.m. far Information call I COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS McHenry County Chaptor^Per boroaved parents) CaH 333*3732