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Council cAct£ On -AtcJ4enty, Zoning, Following the reading of the City Treasurer and City Clerk reports Monday night, the City Council moved into reports of the Zoning Board of Appeals as the first order of business. The first report covered the petition and hearing of the American Oil company to reclassify two lots at the southwest corner of 111. Rt. 120 and Meadow Lane in Lakeland Shores. The petition was granted, restricting the occupancy to professional and service offices. The Ramada Inn petition was also approved, but calis for clarification of right-of-way from Green street to the property involved. A joint consent letter from the McHenry Savings and Loan association and owners of Ramada Inn property will be required to assure the city that a traffic easement to the area from the north will have an outlet. Following the pattern of many municipalities in the state, the council passed a resolution opposing the Illinois State Police Training Act which would take certain control away from the local governing bodies. A concerted effort to provide more parking has. resulted in cooperation between the city and property-owners along the east side of Green St. in the business area. Several agreements have been signed and contributions made. One piece of property at the rear of the Vycital store will be sold to the city at a cost of $3500. Grading and gravel will be the first step. Favorable usage of the area will lead to surfacing the area. At pesent it is estimated that parking space for sixty cars will be made available. Salaries for elected officers were established for the next four years. Those whose terms are not expiring will remain on the same salary as established before they were elected. Salaries of elected officers are not changed during theirterms. The statutes provide certain limitations. For instance no limitation is shown for the Mayor, while aldermen are limited to $50. per meeting. The local council approved a figure of $60. per meeting for the Mayor and $30. for each alderman. The annual salary of the City Clerk has a limit under the statutes of $8,000 per year, which was approved. In McHenry the clerk also has been assigned to duties of Collector. The City Treasurer's salary will be $600 per year, plus not to exceed 2 percent fees for the collection of special assessment funds., Approval was given to the association assisting the Deaf Children of Lake and McHenry Counties to sponsor a candy sale April 19. Marty Stoffel appeared before the council to explain a need for change to allow gasoline sales at his present location or consideration to a new location, the advent of free car wash with the purchase of gas being of concern. The problem seemed to be a zoning matter and will probably be followed through the Zoning Board of Appeals. For the second month in a row, reports showed strong evidence that parking meter enforcement and collection of fines is at a peak. Officials have stated they wish the motoring public would put small change in the meters and never have to pay a fine. The City Clerk's report showed a big response to publications regarding vehicle licenses. License fees during the mpnth of February amounted to $3,964.00. THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKE S REGION SINCE 1875 •* We M' * VOL. 91 - NO. 60 FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 1969 2 SECTIONS, 18 PAGES - 10$ Mary Beth Coughlin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Coughlin, and Danny Miller, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Miller, study unusual globe in St. Patrick's school library as they select PLAINDEALER PHOTO geographical locations in connection with their reading. The third grade youngsters join with other students in preparation for the Book Fair to be held at the church this weekend. Chamber # St. Patrick's To Hold Names vOHimittCGS Book Fair This Weekend : : ;>,<s si** ON THE RISE - Work is under way with the addition to McHenry's city hall which will expand facilities and bring offices under one roof. A big change will find the city clerk and collector's office at this- location. The growth of the city dictates changes at this time and calls for future planning. When phase two of the remodelling is completed in the next year, the police department and court room will meet modern day standards. PLAINDEALER PHOTO Musin' and Meanderin' Many folks, particularly members of the county board of supervisors, consider the councilmen in our neighboring county seat to be real cards. Of course, there is some disagreement on whether they should be judged aces or jokers and also just what place in the deck the dealing has been done. We are back once again to that time-worn subject of the county courthouse, which of late has caused symptoms of near nausea among its followers. Its most redeeming asset in the past has been that the topic provided for every newspaper in the county considerable wordage in a "slow" week. After three and a half years, this kind of copy has lost all its excitement, most of its interest and probably a good many readers. We now regard the subject as a monotonous soap opera that stretches endlessly, but without benefit of sponsor to bring it to a long overdue conclusion. The latest installment came at one of those intimate Woodstock City Council meetings which followed action on the courthouse by the county board, aimed traditionally at throwing the proverbial monkey wrench into the machinery. The last meeting of the supervisors seemed finally to have resolved the issue once and for all. Neutral parties, in the role of architectural experts, settled the all-important site problem and the public settled back believing that in the spirit of fair play the dialogue was about (continued on page 12) Medical Aides To Hear Coronet The McHenry County Medical Assistants association will hold its next meeting March 18 at Memorial hospital, Woodstock, at 8 o'clock. All medical assistants are invited to attend. Coroner Theron Ehorn will be guest speaker. McHenry Men Part Of YMCA Fund Campaign CARTER FREUND LOSES LIFE -- McHenry's latest casualty of the Vietnam conflict is Carter Freund, who was wounded and died on Friday, Feb. 28. In the last letter received by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest P. Freund of 1412 N. Park street, Pfc. Freund was in the Quang Ngai region, serving with the Americal division in guarding a refugee camp. SCHOOL FILINGS New filings for positions on the boards of education in McHenry are John Coughlin in Consolidated District 15 and Mrs. Catherine Alvary in High School District 156. The 1969 Lake Region YMCA finance campaign officially started recently When workers and their wives gathered at the Crystal Lake Country club for the Special Gifts kickoff dinner. Thirty-three persons heard James Henneman, Special Gifts chairman, explain the goal of $17,000, which is a part of the total goal of $31,000. This is the amount needed from contributions which is necessary to maintain the operating budget. The select group of men who have been chosen to obtain the Special Gifts goal of $17,000 include Robert Fleck and Roland Herrmann from McHenry. Workers who were present heard M. Henneman tell his audience, "The YMCA is one of the greatest free enterprise systems in America. Those who support the YMCA do so of their own free will. The spiritual, social, and intellectual freedpms inherent inthe YMCA exhibit the finest features of the great American Dream. The success of the finance campaign depends upon a good salesman doing his best to sell (continued on page 12) POLICE WARNING Police Chief Kenneth Espey reminds McHenry merchants of the importance of locking doors and windows nights and on weekends and double-checking to be sure it is done. Chief Espey noted that the police department had experienced numerous cases of carelessness in recent weeks. Observe Girl Scout Sunday Sunday, March 9, has been designated as Girl Scout Sunday, when all area Girl Scouts will attend the church of their choice in uniform. A schedule has been established for the various churches, along with the name of the leader who will be attending. The hours are Faith Presbyterian, 10:30, Mrs.Marcotte; St. Mary's, 9:30, Mrs. Althoff; St. Patrick's, 8:30, Mrs. Schaefer and Mrs. Kohl; Mount Hope Methodist, 9:30, Mrs. Allison; St. John's, Johnsburg, 9:30, Mrs. Ulick and Mrs.Stull; United Methodist, 8:30 Mrs. Johnson; Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran, 10:30, Mrs. Hansen and Mrs. Beck; First Baptist, 10:45, Mrs. Parvin; and Zion Lutheran, 10:30, Mrs. Bremer and Mrs. Bieschke. WEST CAMPUS BAND PRESENTS WINTER CONCERT Next Tuesday, March 11, at 8 p.m., the West Campus high school band, under the direction of John Leighty, will present its seventh annual mid-winter concert. Outstanding senior members of the band will be featured with the band. The program will include "Concertino" by Von Weber, Joe Seege, soloist; "Theme President Larry Lund of the Chamber of Commerce Tuesday noon appointed committees to serve in various capacities in behalf of that organization during the year ahead. The all-important Fiesta Day committee again this year will be headed by Frank Low, who has so efficiently handled the many details of the summer festival for many years. Miss Judith Ford, reigning Miss America, from Belvidere, will visit here July 20 as a highlight of the event. Myrt Miartell was named chairman of the dinner dance on May 10 and Ed PiSroni and Ed Buss will be in charge of arrangements for the golf outing. Dollar Days have been set for July 31 and Aug. 1 and 2, with a retail committee appointed to handle details. It includes Mrs. Martell, Bill Nye, Allan Leibsohn, Chuck Fuller and Bob Steiner. Mike Wieser heads the membership committee; Donald Weingart, by-laws; Bill Nye all-sports banquet; and Bill Dumalski, brochure. Clint Claypool, Dick Wilhelm and Joe Scott will serve on the industrial committee. Members discussed plans for publication of a brochure for the Chamber, bringing up to date information contained in the old pamphlet and more completely covering pertinent facts designed to be of special interest to newcomers. It was noted that the brochures, which will be published within the next five to seven months, will contain the names of C. of C. members. Mr. Wieser called attention to the first general membership meeting of theyear, scheduled for Wednesday evening, April 16, in the form of a dinner at the V.F.W. clubhouse. This meeting will be open to all interested persons, including those contemplating membership. One of the most important reasons for this meeting is to obtain the views of the business community. Everyone will be invited to initiate any subject they feel will further the aims of the Chamber. It was announced that Manager Carl Prosser, President Larry Lund and one board member will meet with the Crystal Lake Chamber manager to discuss possible establishment of a United Fund. From the Apartment", Laurie Blomgren, soloist; "Hoopla", Laura Raasch, soloist; "A Touch of Tuba", Greg Borter, soloist; "Four Woodsmen" a clarinet quartet of Juanita Repta, Steve Salter, Karen Larson and Donna Rowe; "Slide Kick", a trombone trio of Jim Meyer, Dale Pytko and Don Sturm; All of the above are band-accompanied. As a special feature, Dawn Guettler and Jim Vyduna, both selected "most talented" in "Who's Who Among Seniors", will perform their contest solos. The concert will include special numbers by the band. There is no admission charge for the concert at the West campus auditorium. Everyone is invited. McHenry Man Rescues Lad From Icy Pond William Kemp of McHenry is credited by a Crystal Lake mother for coming to the assistance, and possible saving the life of her son last Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Kemp stopped their car when they noticed three small boys who had fallen through the ice at the pond near Covered Bridge Trails, on the Crystal Lake blacktop, north of that city. Mr. Kemp immediately entered the icy water to rescue one five-yearold who appeared to be drowning. His wife took his arm and helped him pull the youngster to safety while the other two, a seven-year-old and another five-year-old, managed to get back onto the ice. Completely soaked from his cold dip, Mr. Kemp brought the shivering boys home. Mrs. Mary Jo Riley of Tile Lane road, Walkup Wood, Crystal Lake, is a most grateful mother, and the Plaindealer is .likewise grateful for this heartwarming story she supplied. Paperbacks and hard cover books of all types, including religious, will be*uncluded among the offerings at St. Patrick's Book Fair scheduled athree days the last of the week. On Friday and Saturday, March 7 and 8, the hours will be 11 a.m. to 4 p.m and 7 to 9 p.m„ The church hall also will be open after all Masses Sunday and following the closing of Forty Hours Devotion. Present Talk On Narcotics For Adults At the request of McHenry Police Chief Kenneth Espey, Deputy Regional Director Vernon D. Meyer, U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs, will visit McHenry to give a talk on narcotics and show a film in connection with his talk. Schools, churches and organizations will receive invitations to attend the program, which will be presented to an adult audience Wednesday, April 9, at 7 o'clock at the West campus auditorium. The Fair is sponsored by the Home and School association, with orders taken after an examination of the books. The event is being held to raise money to improve the libraffy. A portion of the proceeds will be returned - Chairmen of the Book Fair are Mrs. Claire Miller and Mrs. Vicki Bottari. REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR CITY ELECTION McHenry residents who will be voting in the city election on April 15, will have to be registered. In previous years, registration was not a requirement. But election laws in the state of II linoi s now require that the voter be registered and sign "an affidavit at the polls before receiving a ballot. Rules of residency are unchanged. The voter states that he is a citizen of the United States, above the age of twentyone years and has resided in the state of IIlinos for at least a year, in the county for at least ninety days, and in the district (ward in city election) for at least thirty days prior to this election. Shopping Center Plans Discuss Traffic Control - J Meeting Wednesday on the subject of future development and growth of the McHenry shopping center were Fred Meyer, city superintendent of public works; Don Schietzett, assistant permit engineer; Ed Choate, Market Place association president; William Brandt, Illinois Highway division; and Dave Ladehoff, Market Place owner. PLAINDEALER PHOTO Market Place merchants met with city and state officials Wednesday to discuss future development and growth of the McHenry shopping center. Topic discussed included the need for better control during rush hour traffic around the center. State and local officials discussed the possibility of signal lights or a traffic director during peak periods. Voter League Opens 50th Year HOLD ADVISORY. MEETING The Citizen's Advisory council will meet March 13 at the West campus at S p.m. The year 1920 saw not only passage of the 19th amendment, giving women the right to vote, but formation of the League of Women Voters by Carrie Chapman Catt, a leading suffragette. The enthusiasm which led women to march arm-inarm down the Main streets of America in celebration of that momentous event is still alive today, thanks to League. "We may not be marching, but we are enthusiastic and working very hard at studying1 issues and informing the voters -- men and women alike," said Mrs. Daniel Weisz, president of the League of Women Voters of Woodstock-Mc- Henry. "Our fiftieth anniver- (continued on page 12)