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MCHENRY PLAINDEALER SERVING THE CH AIN-O-LA KE S REGION SINCE 1875" Vol. 90 - No. 42-2 Sectibns Thursday, May I8f 1967 - McHenry/ Illinois 22 Pages - 10$ DEDICATE LEGION HOME MttSIfl' and Meanderin' "Interest grows in the forthcoming junior college board election to be held the latter part of May throughout the county. This is a position, like those of other school boards, in which the elected men and women serve without compensation. At this point a surprising number of folks who would never consider volunteering their own time and talent to such a group ask why, with no pay involved, would more than twenty per sons seek such a time-consuming task? A few people would like to imagine that if not-money, then there is cec^ainly something else to be gained by holding office. Those who have always been reluctant to volunteer toward something really worthwhile would probably never realize that there is real satisfaction in knowing one has contributed toward something of real value to a community. McHenry, with one of the largest populated areas in the county j should certainly have representation on the board. There are two interested and well qualified candidates from this community who deserve to be given special consideration as local folks cast a vote. Plaindealer folks are softhearted individuals, particularly where animals are concerned. In addition to playing nursemaid to a wild duck nesting in our parking lot, we suddenly found our office richer by six young foxes which had been unwillingly dragged from their hole by one of our employees. Those who have never seen these specimen in their infancy may find it difficult to believe they are very cuddly creatures. The thought of taking their lifeless bodies to the county for bounty payment seemed incredible to some of us. The alternative was to offer a home to one of the little waifs, which Tom Miller, one of our young employees, did. At last report, the little fellow was adjusting well to family living, happy to have members return home at night and becoming especially eager for living in the late hours, when he playfully takes a small taste of a stray toe --but all in fun. Details on the progress of our growing family in the animal kingdom will be related from time to time! Mold Ceremonies For Public In F!agp®Se Area. Sunday,. May 21 A memorable afternoon has been planned for Sunday, May 21, when McHenry Post, No. 491, of the American Legion formally dedicates its attractive new home and grounds. The dedication ceremonies will begin at 2 o'clock in the flagpole area. Following the raising of the American flag by the post color guard and rifle squad, assisted by the Viscount color guard, there will.be an invocation by the clergy. This will be followed by a short program of talks by prominent citizens, and those active in the Legion program locally and nationally. Music for the dedication program will be furnished largely by the Viscounts, the McHenry group of boys and girls who have attracted national attention for their musical, marching and drilling ability. During the dedication ceremony, a bronze plaque will be dedicated to the memory of the men and women of McHenry who have made the supreme sacrifice in the wars of the United States. DINNER FOR GUESTS Preceding the formal dedication exercises there will be a dinner for about 200 special guests, comprising those prominent in local, county and state government; those who have rendered special service to the American Legion and other veterans organizations; and to the Gold Star mothers. Following the close of the dedication exercises, the Legion home will be thrown open for the inspection of all those present. They are invited to tour the building and its seventeen acres of surrounding grounds and to enjoy refreshments as the guests of the McHenry post. Post Commander Frank Ficek invites all area residents to come out and be a part of this memorable program For those unfamiliar to the area, McHenry po&t is located (Mi Ringwood road, about a mile and a half west of McHenry, and nearly a mile north of the intersection of Ringwood road with Route 120. Modem Living Issue Printed An attractive supplement, "Modern Living", is included in this week's issue of the McHenry Plaindealer for the information and pleasure of readers. The forty-four page tabloid includes several pages in color, both advertising and stories, of interest to those of all ages.' It includes numerous pictures of old and new buildings in the area, as well as relating the history of many historic landmarks. The section is notable for tracing the progress of the area over the years, and particularly in the period of greatest growth -- the last decade. The reader cannot peruse the pages of "Modern Living" without becoming very aware that here in the McHenry community is an enviable combination /of city influence amidst the welcome quiet and natural attributes of a rural setting. HARRY CONWAY NEW ASSISTANT AREA FIRE CHIEF Harry Conway has been named by the trustees of the McHenry Township Fire Pro-, tection district to the post of new assistant chief. Glenn Peter- . son remains as assistant chief in charge of fire prevention code. In his new position, Conway appointed Gary Gough, who has. been elected captain, and Robert Hanson, lieutenant, as acting officers until June 1, when they will assume their offices. John Shay was fleeted secretary- treasurer. Jerry Pretzman, chairman of the annual dance, stated that plans are well under way for the dance on Saturday, May 27. Support from local residents will be asked in the days ahead. Bob Hanson reported that there will be invitational water fights with other county departments on Sunday, July 9, to begin Marine Festival activities. Park Plans Candidates' For City May Meeting May 22 Progress Soon The latest figures on McHenry area donations to the McHenry Junior college fund amount to $1,110. HOLIDAY DEADLINES Deadlines are announced by the Plaindealer office for the holiday week, when the paper will be published on June 1. Because Memorial Day falls on Tuesday, all correspondents' copy must be in our office the previous Thursday and Friday. General news will be accepted until 11 a.m. Monday. Display advertising will be taken until Friday at 5 o'clock, classifieds and regular advertising until Monday noon. New Education Concept Proposed For Use Ji McHenry's New School May day came and went this year without even a word about May day baskets. Possibly it wasn't only because the custom is fading, but also that weather had held back the violets and buttercups which now dot the wooded sections of the countryside. And with a thought to flowers, it seems very possible that a chilly spring, like everything else, is good for something. This may be the first year in a long time when the sweet fra- SPRING MUSIC FESTIVAL IN CITY MAY 23 When the annual spring music festival is held in tfie M.C.H.S. gymnasium next Tuesday evening, May 23, at 8 p.m., about 175 of the school's young instrumentalists and vocalists will be featured in a variety of selections. One of the highlights will be a rendition by band and chorus of the school song, "Fighting Warriors", written by Paul R. Yanda, former band director, with special arrangement by Band Director John Leighty. They will also combine to perform "Anniversary Festival.'* The recent state winning bqys' chorus will be fea tured. grance of the lilac bloom may be at its height for the Memorial day parade. KAJ. A new concept in education, not only in McHenry but in the nation, may be adopted in the city's new high school if plans proposed by Dr. Carl Bergstrom, superintendent of schools, and approved by the board, are put into effect. At Tuesday evening's May meeting of the board, Dr. Bergstrom spoke following meetings between himself and his administrative staff and faculty members, in which they pooled ideas on how best to implement their goal of individualized learning. The aim is to bridge the gap between learning in theory and practice. - Among the proposals are included the following: 1. Abolition of study halls; 2. unscheduled school time-- during any part of the day a student could be in the classroom, library, learning center, lounge or cafeteria; 3. "Learning packets" of individualized study projects whereby students report to teachers every two weeks on one-to-one basis; 4. A director of research for the high school; 5. A re-evaluation of the pupil-teacher ratio. Dr. Bergstrom hopes to institute a joint research project with a university so that consultants may be called upon. Another plan calls for a research grant from a foundation for study funds. WORK-STUDY PROGRAMS Two work-study programs have been proposed, one in which selected eleventh and twelfth grade students would attend school half days and , work half days. The program would include mechanical trades, sales and office occupations. Another such program would be affiliated with McHenry hospital, which would include in-service training for such work as waitresses,nurse aids, etc. Dr. Bergstrom indicated that assistance was assured from Northern Illinois university, Chicago university and the University of Illinois If the school undertakes this new program of education. A committee is being established to proceed with plans in the months ahead. BOND ISSUE The new superintendent also discussed with the board the necessity for a bond issue within two years in the amount of $600,000, much of it to be (continued on page 9) Include 20 Acres In First Stage Of Development McHenry's dream of a large park came nearer to reality Monday night at the City Council meeting when David Ladd presented a colored sketch prepared by a park planner. In the overall development plans of Whispering Oaks, 50 acres were set aside for park purposes. This was to be developed as each unit of the planned unit area progressed. Both the developer and the City Council members are now anxious to get the plan underway. The proposed park plan shows 20 acres to be planned at this stage with parking area near the Crystal Lake road entrance, picnic areas, and a 10-foot walkway the entire length of the area. Recreation facilities will follow as soon as funds are available. The creek running through the park is to be cleaned out and pond areas dredged. The planner has suggested that a 10-acre area be left in its natural state. The Ladd firm proposes to share the cost of improvements with the city, expenditures to be spread out over a period of time to be estimated in city budget plans. Since the land has been donated to the city, it is the general opinion that expenditures for development is more than justified. DENY PETITION A 5-4 vote resulted as the Council denied the petition to reclassify the Adams property on Crystal Lake Road from "R-3" residential to "B-3" business use. Following a hearing, the Zoning Board of Appeals had recommended denial of the petition. With the city expanding through annexations, the need for purchase of additional equipment is recognized so the Council made a start by voting to advertise for bids to furnish the city with another truck. Bids will be opened at the regular meeting on June 5th. IMPROVEMENTS After several weeks of discussion, the Council decided to improve Venice avenue from Court street to Park street and remove a fence at Park avenue. While there has been a difference of opinion on the part of property owners, the thought had been advanced that snow plowing could be accomplished better by providing the opening. A proposed water main extension and the street opening are expected to improve fire protection in the area. School board members from both the high school and grade school districts were present at the meeting to request cooperation iff providing sidewalks for children walking to the schools. The group will mark areas on a map where sidewalks are proposed and will (continued on page 9) Many interested persons are expected to be present when candidates for the board of the newly created Junior College district in McHenry county appear at a special meeting next Monday evening, May 22, in the Junior high school gymnasium at 7:30 o'clock. All of the twenty-one candidates have been invited to appear. Mrs. James Doran will act as moderator and screening questions will be Mrs. Harry Stinespring, Jr., Mrs. Elliott Wheeland and Mrs. George Alvary, all members of the McHenry- Woodstock League of Women Voters, sponsor of the meeting. Each candidate will be given three minutes to speak, after which written questions will be presented and one minute will be allowed for answers. A coffee hour will follow the meeting, during which time guests may talk personally with the candidates. Mrs. Roland Herrmann is in charge of the social hour. Four Share C of C Mother's Day Prizes mm BERTHA BELL BERGSTAD MRS. PETER MILLER Seventeen Vie For Title Of Marine Queen Series Of Classes Precedes Jim© IS Judging Of €Ms The number of contestants for Marine Festival queen rose to seventeen with the deadline for entires on Monday of this week. Judging of the large group will take place on June 16 at the V.F.W. clubhouse following several weeks of special courses designed to assist the girls in poise, makeup and hair styling. Sally Ann Hocin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Hocin of 5213 Maple Hill drive, McCullom Lake, is 16 and a junior in McHenry high school. Her hobbies are swimming and dancing. Terry Herdrick, 18, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Herdrick of 1601 N. Riverside drive, McHenry, is a 1966graduateof McHenry high school and is employed locally. Her hobbies, are sketching and drawing. Sandy Benson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Benson of 3910 W. Oak avenue, McHenry, is 17 and a senior at McHenry high school. She is interested in sewing, swimming and horse back riding. Linda Mangold, 17, is, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Phil Mangold of 1321 Bayview lane, Sunnyside. A senior at Marian Central high school, her major interests are dancing, snow skiing and swimming. Wendy Dralle, 17, is a sophomore in the local high school, where she is active in the Future Homemakers association. Wendy, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Dralle of 1721 Rogers, Lakeland Park, hopes to become a beautician some day. Darleen Palis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Palis of (continued on page 9} MRS. JOSEPH FREEMAN MRS. ALBERT HUTTER Four McHenry area mothers were the recipients of gift certificates from the Chamber of Commerce in the first Mother's Day promotion held here in recent years. Bertha Bell Bergstad, at 92, the mother of thirteen children, was the oldest to register in the local contest. She is a resident of Barnard Mill road. Two ladies shared the contest for mother with the most children. Mrs. Joseph Freeman of 440 Riverside drive and Mrs. Al- , bert Hutter of 5008 Barnard Mill road each has fourteen children. Winner of the prize for having the most grandchildren was Mrs. Peter Miller of 1507 Court street, the proud grandmother of fifty-six, twenty-three girls and thirty-three boys.- Two Treated After Crash A Wonder Lake driver, Frances E. White, of Lake Shore drive, was blamed by deputies for failure to yield as the result of a two-car accident on Rt. 31, near' Idyll Dell road, Sunday. Mrs. White said she thought there was sufficient time to make a left turn in front of another car driven by George A. Shaffer of Country Club road, McHenry. Both George and Florence Shaffer were treated at McHenry hospital and released. SEEK GRADUATES' PHOTOS ^ . Many McHenry area young folks will be receiving college degrees in the weeks ahead. Parents are urged to submit to the Plaindealer office photos of their sons and daughters who will be graduating. These pictures will appear as a special feature of our June 1 issue. THREE McHENRY STUDENTS WIN SCHOLARSHIPS Three of four University of Illinois scholarships in McHenry county have been won by McHenry young people, according to County Supt. of . Schools Richard L. Tazewell, who accepted application for the scholarships last December. They include Terrence John Schmitt, agriculture; Thomas L. Lawrence, child of a veteran of World War II; and Howard A. Brody, child of a veteran of the Korean conflict. The other winner was Carl W. Martens, Jr., of Marengo, child of a veteran of World War I. TTie four scholarships available in the county were awarded on the basis of scores made on the ACT examinations and exempt winners from tuition fees for a period of four years. They can be used only at the University of Illinois. The McHenry public schools, elementary and high school, will be closed May 29 and 30, Marine Festival Queen Candidates SALLY HOCIN RONNIE MOEHUNG WENDY DRALLE CATHY STEINSDORFER TERRY HERDRICK SANDY BENSON SANDRA FRY NANCY KRALOWETZ / J