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I Vote College Candidates Saturday, DONALD TRUCKENBROD An election to name two members of the McHenry County college board will be held next Saturday, April 12, in McHenry and Boone counties. Terms run for three years. Polls will be open from noon to 7 o'clock, the same as in other school district elections. Of particular interest to local voters are several pollingplaces in this vicinity. Precinct 8 consists of all of the territory in McHenry High School District ibb and Wauconda School District 118 located in McHenry and Nunda township, except for Johnsburg District 12 and Harrison District 36. Voting will take place in the MCHS East campus cafeteria. Precinct 10 includes the territory within the limits of Johnsburg School District 12, with voting at the Johnsburg school, 2117 W. Church street. Precinct 11 includes Harrison District 36, with voting at Harrison school, Wonder Lake. Donald Truckenbrod, an attorney, is McHenry's only candidate for membership on the McHenry County college board. Other candidates are Thomas Parsley of Crystal Lake and Val J. Budd, Jr., of Cary. Mr. Truckenbrod, who resides at 3307 W. Second avenue, McHenry, has resided in this community for the past eleven years, He attended the Mendota, 111., public schools, graduated from Northern Illinois university in 1953 and received his law degree from the Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1966. A former teacher in Johnsburg District 12 school system for five years, he is now associated with the firm of Kell & Conerty, Woodstock, Mr. Truckenbrod and his wife, Marilyn, have five children, Gayle, 15, Gary, 13, Carol, 12, Karen, 5, and Scott, 4. THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER VOL. 91 - SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE. 1875 NO. 69 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 1969 2 SECTIONS - 18 PAGES - 10$ School Elections April 12 Scout-O-Rama Kick-Off <f%sl <• f' S:« 4 %, r\ , ^ 'c " SCOUT-O-RAMA -- This picture shows Alexander Anderson, right, Pack 131, and Lester Bacon, right, Post 131, of McHenry, receiving their unit's Scout-O-Rama tickets from Robert Hay, show chairman. Musin' and Meanderin9 The most popular pastime of the early days of Spring brings young and old, alike, into the yard to complete the fall housecleaning halted by biting winds and the first snowfall. Efforts are in accord with the laudable pursuits of both the Beautification council and the ambitious individuals with a desire to rejuvenate their property. Even the firemen will beam with pride in your accomplishments if only you will promise not to burn your weeds and rubbish in a manner to lure that stray spark which invariably culminates its escapades in a good size grass fire. Please -- spare those firemen! That *was a mighty nice Easr ter the weatherman dealt us last Sunday, and we didn't hear a single grumble. Hi spite of our dire predictions concerning the traditional bonnet, a fair share made their appearance at Easter church services to give mi-lady a touch of glamour atop her carefully coiffed head. Somehow, in spite of that glorious sun shining down, those many convertibles didn't evoke a bit of envy, even though the hatless, teen-age drivers seemed to enjoy the attention they received. The sight of two courageous couples eating their Easter dinner in a state park prompted a yjsh that we had given in to a desire to shed the finery and spend a comfortable day "doing what comes naturally". KAF More than 14,000 boys, aged 8 through 17, will be eligible to participate in four areawide Scout-O-Rama programs which will feature demonstrations of skills of Cub Packs, Boy Scouts and Explorer Post. Two conclaves will be held simultaneously on April 19. The Kishwaukee district will hold its activity at McHenry Junior high school. On this same date, the Sinnissippi District will demonstrate scouting skills at the Coliseum in Oregon, 111. Hours for both shows have been established at 1 to 9:30 p.m. Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts are now selling adult tickets. The Scout-O-Rama will show their displays of crafts and advancement requirements. Some~Df the crafts and projects signed up for this show are: Rifle and Shotgun Merit Badge, Post 131; Bird Feeder, Pack 131; Leathercraft, Pack 162; Rope Making, Pack 452; Alaska, Pack 458; Lashing, Troop 128; Camping Merit Badge, Troop 131; Archery, Troop 132 and Aviation, Troop 162. The Scout-O-Rama provides one way the local Cub pack and Scout troop may earn money for their own expenses. Each Scout can earn a neckerchief slide and may wear the 1969 (Continued on page 5) Marine Festival Queen Contest Entries Sought DONNA JOHNSON McHenry's Marine Festival queen contest entries will close on Friday, April 25. If applicants cannot locate an official entry blank they may contact Mrs. Gerry Breede, Mrs. June Schmunk or the office of Frank Low. Each applicant should present two pictures of herself at the time of application. Official applications and the pictures are being accepted at the offices of the McHenry Plaindealer. All applicants will be contacted immediately by the committee of the auxiliary of the VFW Fox River Post 4600 who are conducting the contest for the McHenry Chamber of Commerce. First candidate to enter was Donna Johnson of 1214 W. Northeast Shore drive, McHenry. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Johnson, the 17-yearold high school senior lists most sports as her hobby, including swimming. She hopes to attend college and embark on a teaching career. The e i g h t - w e e k charm course, under the supervision of Mrs. Sharon Nye, will start during the week of April 28. (Continued on, page 5) Contests are evident in three of the four local school districts, all of which will .take place next Saturday, April 12, with voting from noon to 7 o'clock. Consolidated Grade School District 15 has attracted the greatest number of candidates to fill two vacancies. The five seeking to take those seats are Mrs. J.F. Casey, John M. Coughlin, Anna Mae Cuda, Richard F. Golbeck and Myra E. Murray. The two present office holders are not seeking re-election. Four candidates seek two positions in High School District 156. One is an incumbent, Vale Adams. The others are Catherine S. Alvary, Clint Claypool and Edward Guettler. Voting in District 15 will take place in four locations. They are the McHenry high school building, East campus, boys' gym entrance; fire house in the village of Lakemoor; beach house in the village of McCullom Lake, and the Charles Heise home, 1207 W. Sunset drive, Griswold Lake. This is the fourth house on the left side of the street off River road. Voting in District 156 will be in six precincts as follows: McHenry high school building, boys' gym entrance; fire house, Lakemoor; beach house, Mc- Cullom Lake; Johnsburg District No. 12 school building, main entrance; Harrison sehool, Wonder Lake; and the Charles Heise home, 1207 W. Sunset drive, Griswold Lake. A three-way race is taking place in Wonder Lake's Harrison District 36. The candidates are George Street, Raymond L. DeWerdt and Norman J. Williams, Jr. Mr. Street is TWO CRASHES OCCUR DURING EASTER WEEKEND Three cars were involved in a crash on Rt. 134 and Leonard road last Sunday. Drivers were Dominic Lucido, Arlington Heights, James Zumski of Navajo trail, and James Tomal, also Navajo trail, McHenry. Lucido was reported by state police to have slowed to make a turn and the second driver, Zumski, also slowed. Tomal's auto struck the Zumski vehicle in the rear, forcing it into Lucido's car. A passenger in the Tomal car, Vickie Lagios, was taken by ambulance to McHenry hospital. Tomal was ticketed for following too closely. A young Olympia Fields girl escaped with minor injuries last Saturday morning in a two-car collision which occurred on Rt. 12 at Johnsburg-Wilmot road, east of Spring Grove. The girl was Norene Schneider, 14, who was a passenger in a car driven by Melvin G. Schneider of the same address. The driver told deputies he was travelling west on the highway, approaching the intersection, when he saw a second auto stop at the sign and then pull onto the highway. Schneider said he pulled to the right side of Highway 12 in order to avoid a collision, and in doing so lost control. His car travelled 60 feet on the right side, crossed a ditch and slid on its sidp for another 50 feet before coming to rest on the wheels. The second driver failed to stop and a passing motorist who gave chase was unable to reach him. the only incumbent. Voting will take place at Harrison school. No contest exists in Johnsburg's District 12, where James E. Long and Jerome E. 01- sen seek re-election and Vincent Tonyan is running for the third seat on the board. The polling place is the Johnsburg elementary school. Science Fair Open To Public Science Fair'69 will be the center of attraction when St. Mary's Home and School association meets Monday night, April 14. Doors will open at 7 p.m. so that parents may view the exhibits of students which are on display in the allpurpose room of the school basement. The regular meeting is scheduled to begin at 7:30 in the gym. Winners will be announced and ribbons awarded. Sixth graders are planning a presentation for parents, followed by a short business meeting. Room mothers in charge of refreshments are Mrs. Harold Michels and Mrs. August Rossetti. Mrs. Delores Wines, sixth grade teacher, was in charge of the annual Science Fair and judges for the event were teachers from the area. They were Miss Lea Clark and Mrs. Eileen Claybaugh, Hilltop; Miss Carolyn Bauer and Mrs. Mary Vycital, Edgebrook; Robert Casey and Richard Anderson, valley View; and Mrs. Shir ley Jenkins, St. Patrick's. Judging was based on originality, creativity and simplicity in displaying and conveying a scientific principle. Also considered were ingenious use of inexpensive materials and eye appeal, explanation of materials and purpose of same; age, grade level, time, preparation and ability of experiments to arouse curiosity and further interest. St. Patrick's students have been invited to visit St. Mary's on April 14 to view the science projects. The public is invited to attend in the evening. & Jit \ if T VIEWS CONSTRUCTION -- Supt. of Public Works Fred Meyer stafhds in the space which marks the entrance from the lobby of the city hall's new addition into the main office of the City Clerk. June 1 has been set as the completion date. On the street level the new structure will house the offices of the City Clerk, Finance department, Supt. of Public Works and water and sewer billing. There will be a reception room provided, as well as desk and telephone service for the four offices in the building. PLAINDEALER PHOTO VOTE CANVASS REVEALS TOTALS IN TOWNSHIP Results of the final vote canvass of last week's township election have been received. Totals were as follows: Weingart, 1,975 and Birmingham, 1,803, for assistant supervisor; Anderson, 1,637, Dan Johnson, ,384, and Adams, 1,889. for town clerk; Whiting, 1,604, Sparks, 684, Stilling, 193, and Belshaw, 1,414 for assessor. For auditor, Freund received 2,004; O'Brien, 1,482; Mangold, 1,390; Connie Johnson, 1,675; Wegener, 2,295; and Martinec, 1,865. ADULT PROGRAM ON NARCOTICS AT WEST CAMPUS Wednesday, April 9, in West campus school auditorium, adults are invited to attend an informative program on narcotics. Deputy .Regional Director Vernon D. Meyer of the Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs will be guest speaker and will show an appropriate film. SCHOOL FLECTIONS Remember to go to the polls to elect your favorites for local school district and college board vacancies. Steffi Leaves Easter Seal Therapy Center Mrs. Carolyn Lindell, registered physical therapist, Maple Park, has taken charge of the physical therapy program at the Easter Seal Therapy Center for McHenry County, succeeding Robert Teffl, executive director for the past four year s. Mrs. Del Kistler, president of the Easter Seal Therapy center, said the organization will continue to provide physical therapy treatments for those desiring this service. The center also is continuing its speech therapy program. Steffi, whose three-year contract expires in June, was released early by the board so he could enter private practice at Quincy. His request was granted in early March, effective in April. Staff members and volunteers will continue to handle office work and book appointments for both physical.. therapy and speech therapy. They can also arrange for loan of equipment' from the loan pool-wheelchairs, canes, crutches, and walkers-- when authorized by a doctor. This is the eighteenth year for the Easter Seal Therapy center. It enters this spring's activities with a good financial outlook and a muchimproved physical plant. Among Steffi's achievements during his four years as executive director were to improve the building with the help of volunteers and a communityminded board of directors. He also developed a program of physical therapy to make better use of facilities and the growing amount of equipment available. Steffi was public relations minded and helped inform the public of services available, the way the Therapy center is financed wholly -^Jay contributions, and the health care role the organization can play in McHenry county. One of his latest achievements was to serve as host for the McHenry County Medical society so that its members could see the building, learn about equipment available and find out how the Center can aid them. Steffi will enter private practice at St. Mary's hospital, Quincy, where he will head the (Continued on page 5) SPREAD EASTER JOY -- The young lady at the right bears a striking resemblance to the Easter Bunny. Her friends know her as Doreen Patterson and fifty young people who reside at the Woodstock Children's home look on her as a shining example of the true Easter spirit. Doreen and several friends visited the home last week Thursday, bringing with them eleven boxes of toys they had been collecting from generous McHenry area residents and merchants during the lenten season. Bunny helpers, shown left to right, were Pam Arnold, Terri Karsten and Charles Holtz. PLAINDEALER PHOTO