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; • • < 1 " . . • ~ r I ' ' " 2 3 ^ County, J3oa%d 3n Much time was consumed at a busy meeting of the Board of Supervisors Tuesday, July 8, at the Court House Annex when Assistant Supervisor William Richert, Algonquin, objected to the way in which Supervisor Robert S. Robinson of Algon­ quin split the twenty-four pre­ cinct in the township to thirty- two. He also stated that Robin- son did not consult other com­ mitteemen. After much discus­ sion the election committee met and agreed to accept a new precinct arrangement after meeting all legal requirements. Supervisor Howard Vogel of Richmond questioned an attor­ ney's bi\l of $2,207 f°r the appeal of~a case that was lost by the public defender Joseph Gitlin. Vogel wanted to know why the public defender couldn't handle it as part of his duties. The state's attorney said the de­ fender was very busy, but did not state how many cases he handles. After much discussion the committee recommended the board pay the bill. Eleanor A. Kaufman resigned from the Illinois State Aid of­ fice. .. J The education and public re­ lations committee reported that in the future they will issue a resume of county board meet­ ings after all meetings. ~~ Attorney Frank Higgins ap­ peared before the zoning com­ mittee in reference to a var­ iation on Lot 1, Block 4, Won­ der Woods, Wonder Lake, on a house his client intends to build that will not meet the required 800 sq. ft. require­ ment of the building code. It was moved that the variation from 800 sq. ft. to 532 sq. ft. minimum ground floor area be allowed as this was the best that could be done under the cir­ cumstances. In another zoning matter, Don Miller, owner, appeared before the committee in reference to Lot 8, Block 6, White Oak Bay Unit No. 2, Wonder Lake, which is an unusual lot being very steep, like a ski slide, with an island at the end which is con­ nected by a bridge. Altho he could not Comply with the 800 square footage regulation re­ quired by the building code, the board allowed construction be­ cause of the unusual terrain and shape of the lot. County Superintendent of Highways, Wayne Mentzer, no­ tified the board that his term of office will expire November 1, and that he will not be a can­ didate for re-appointment. He has served the county for forty- two years, the last twelve as county superintendent of high­ ways. r In a Report made by the board of health McHenry township made the higfifest amount of re­ quests for service which in­ cluded, air pollution, 1, build­ ing, 1, food, 1, garbage, 4, nuisance, 5, sewage and septic, 20, water tests, 13. These amounted to almost half the amount made by the other town­ ships. THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REG ION" SINCE 1875 91 - NO. 96 FRIDAY, JULY 11, 1969 14 PAGES - 10C Approve Record Appropriation Provide Services For Deaf The "Sign" for church is demonstrated by Rev. Jarvis Hearn, special worker to the deaf for Illinois, to Mrs. Tom Jackson, Christa Chappell and Susan West. Services are held in the First LOCAL FIREMEN HOST ANNUAL WATER FIGHTS The firemen of Company One of the McHenry Township Fire Protection District will play host to the annual water fights on Sunday, July 13. This event opens the week long Marine Festival activities. The first contest begins promptly at 1 p.m. Gerard Justen, chairman for this year's event stated he has had the largest response ever to this invitational match. There are over eighteen professional teams and four civic organi­ zations who will be present to vie for trophies. The towns to be represented are Cary, Wood­ stock City and Rural depart­ ments, Harvard City and Rur­ al, West Dundee, Crystal Lake, Algonquin, Carpentersville, Huntley, Burlington, Chicago Fire Department, and the three stations of . the McHen­ ry Fire District from McHen­ ry, Johns burg and Lake moor. More than anything else, the fellow who first said, "anticipa­ tion is greater than realiza­ tion" had vacations in mind. As we keep vigil over our bunny as he munches the pe­ tunias, our thoughts wander from the difficulties of our astronauts in landing on the moon to our own problem of facing a new state income tax. These ponderous thoughts sometimes lead us to the be­ lief that perhaps we would be better back behind the type­ writer in the Plaindealer of­ fice. After more years than we care to recall in meeting strict deadlines, we find ourself grow­ ing lonesome for all those peo­ ple who help to keep the art of public expression interest­ ing through their daily prod- dings. In our daydreaming, many of our co-workers' favor­ ite topics comfe to mind: Marie Yegge (editorial de­ partment) -- called while you were out and she is VERY unhappy with the position you gave her story. Phyllis Ehredt(classifiedad­ vertising): This is going to be a terrible day. I knew it the minute I stepped out of bed this morning. Mary Miller (bookkeeper): There'll be no checks until Fri­ day. Larry Lund (publisher): There was a Chamber meeting (Continued on page 14) Baptist church, Rt. 31, McHemy. The the deaf of the community and others. rtoi .»iup program it> IOI Lt. Bob Hansen noted that for the first time there have been two teams entered from the Chicago Fire Department. He said it will be interesting to see if these regular firemen will be able to knock off the volunteers. In last year's contest Algon­ quin won first place, McHenry Fire District Johnsburg station, second, and Woodstock city, third. The public is invited to at­ tend. There is no charge for admission. The contest takes place at the city beach on Riv­ erside drive. Sunday worship services . the deaf are being conducted regularly at the First Baptist church of McHenry. Each Sun­ day evening at 6:30, a "get- acquainted discussion period" is held prior to the regular worship service at 7:30. The worship program of the church is "signed" for the deaf of our community and others who may be interested in attending. "One of the most beautiful sights," said Rev. Virgle Chap­ pell, pastor of the church, "is to see a hymn sung with the hands. Our entire church is ex­ cited about adding this new dimension to our worship ser­ vices." The church is planning in the near future to begin to interpret the Sunday morning worship service also, and to begin a Bible study class as well. The program began in Janu­ ary with the Rev. Jarvis Hearn teaching a class for those of the cbmmunity interested in learn­ ing the sign language. There were twenty-eight persons who have responded and about half have been from other churches of the area. Those doing the most outstanding work include Mrs. Tom Jackson of the First Baptist church, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Swetman, of the Wonder Lake Bible church, and Mrs. Walter Patzke of Zion Lutheran church. Others contributing to < the program include Mrs. John Lynch and daughter, Kelly; Crista Chappell, "daughter of Rev. and Mrs. V. Chappell; Susan West, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John West; Bret Jackson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Jack­ son; Melody Iverson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mel Iverson; Charlotte and Norma O'Connor, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. John O'Connor, C. Edward Erb, and Chrisite Hill, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. LaVerne Hill. SCHOOL BOARD ACCEPTS LOCAL BID FOR BUSES Board members of School District 15, in a busy session Tuesday, July 8, at the admin­ istrative byilding, voted to pur­ chase four Ward bus bodies from Payton Chevrolet at a price of $7653.71 each. Throe bids had been received by the board. Gregory Adrian, BA first step, Rio Gr»and college, Ohio, ^jvas hired for the sixth grade at Hilltop school. . Edmund Sobotkiewicz was named guidance counselor at McHenry junior high. Mrs. Jeannie Jo Stilling will serve as secretary to Gene Little pending confirmation by District No. 156. Stage curtains tor the junior high school were purchased for $684. Bids for safety survey alter­ ations work at Edgebrook school were to be opened at Central Administrative office on Thurs­ day, July 10, at 2 p.m. This is t6 comply with the reso­ lution authorizing levy to alter or reconstruct school buildings of school district No. 15 which was passed by the Board of Education of School District No. 15 in regular meeting Sept. 10, 1968. This work must be com­ pleted by 1970. Mrs. Dorothy Ullrich, super­ visor of summer school and principal of Edgebrook, sub­ mitted a report on the summer school program. 658 students were referred and only 340 Are in attendance., Vacations and transportation Were-the main reasons so many referred are WATER^SKIERS -- These skiers will provide many thrills when they perform on the Fox River on Sunday, July 20, before a large crowd of spectators. LEONARD STUDIO PHOTO - y McHenry*s City Council passed a record annual appro­ priation ordinance Monday night to cover expenditures during the current fiscal year. The new ordinance is in the amount of $982,500. compared to $700,- 600. last year. Appropriations differ greatly from tax levies since they are set' much higher than expected revenue from all sources, but must provide for unexpected emergencies in various depart­ ments. ft was explained that remodelling the city hall must be provided for in the appro­ priation. Another item covers completion of Crystal Lake Road project. This is paid out of the general fund and reimbursed by Motor Fuel Tax funds as they are available on a monthly ba­ sis. Thus, provisions must be made to expend the money even though it will be returned to the general fund. Annexations and building de­ velopments bring added ser- - vices, but also bring increased revenues. It was also explained that operating the city today is big business and costs of operation increase from year to year the same as in any business. After sconi|discussion, the council accepted the recom­ mendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and granted a var­ iation to the petitioner, Stueben Realty and Insurance, Inc., to permit an apartment in the rear of the building occupied by the McHenry Township Assessor at 3922 West Main Street. Rear yard parking usage is provided for in the ordinances grant­ ing the petition. ' As in the past, the council authorized the Mayor, City Treasurer, and City Clerk to invest funds, not needed at the present time, in U.S. Treasury Bills. Hie returns on these in­ vestments in the past have been substantial. Money so invested is available when needed throughout the year. The prevailing wage scale ok- dinance was passed to cover projects throughout the '69 - '70 term. Many projects, not of great proportions, are pending in the Department of Public Works. Time and manpower require that these be spread over a per­ iod of time. It was evident in the City Clerk's report that the police department is doing an excel­ lent job in the vehicle license department. The sum of $1,924. was collected from those who failed to purchase licenses. Collection of parking meter violation tickets also reached a new high. not attending. Other reasons were swimming lessons, Vaca­ tion Bible school and Scout camps. There are eight full time tea­ chers and two half time tea­ chers employed. Three children have dropped the course. $852 has been turned into the business office in tuition and books. Visitors at the meeting were J members of the community studies program for sopho­ mores and juniors which is sup­ ported by federal aid. They were checking on the operation of the school board. Those present were the teacher, Russell Coo­ per, Michael Pingleton, Mark Justen, Doug Lynn, George i\or- in, Rite Robison and Tony Kur- owski. Following the agenda the board went8 into executive ses­ sion. Several Hurt In Accidents Russel M. Wallace, 7108* Johnson road, Hebron, and his passenger, Dana L. Libby, 2011 Fernwood, McHenry, were in­ jured when the car they were riding in rolled off a curve on River road three miles south­ east of McHenry on July 9. Wal­ lace was also charged with three traffic violations by McHenry County sheriffs deputies. According to Wallace, he was going west when he attempted to round a curve and lost con­ trol of his vehicle. Evidence at the scene indicated that the car had crossed the cente lane into the eastbound lane. Wallace travelled 114 fee along the east shoulder and then hit a guard rail. After skidding 60 ft. along the shoul­ der, the car again crossed the road into Wallace's original lane. • .The car slid another 63 feet off1 onto the west shoulder and then flipped over and came to a rest on its top. Wallace and Miss Libby were given first aid by the ambulance service and taken to McHenry hospital where they were treat­ ed and released. Charges of failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, im­ proper lane usage, and having the wrong address on driver's license were all lodged against Wallace. Thirteen-year-old Gary Reinwall, 3816 Idy l Dell road, McHenry, received a broken leg when the bicycle he was riding collided with a car at the inter­ section of Idyl Dell and Ellen roads. The accident occurred on Monday, July 7, when young Reinwall struck a car which held seven Oklahoma residents, driven by Lynn Dale Nikkei, 10265 Mill, Grove, Okla. The boy was turning off El­ len road as the Nikkei car was going east. Unable to see the bicycle in time, Nikkei couldn't stop his car before the boy hit its right side. After the im­ pact, the bicycle skidded to the shoulder of the road and Rein­ wall fell off. First aid was given by the ambulance service. The Rein­ wall boy was treated at Wood­ stock Memorial hospital. A goat placed Charles H. Romlo, 5508 N. Lake street, McHenry, in the hospital when it steppied in front of the young man's motorcycle. Romlo was travelling on Ringwood road, two miles north of Johnsburg, on July 8. He claimed that he didn't sec the goat, owned by Les Kathnler, 1712 W. Ring- wood road, until it was too close for him to avoid it. After braking, Romlo's cycle skidded 12 feet into the animal. The motorcycle then slid 110 feet from the point of impact off to the shoulder of the road. The Johnsburg Rescue Squad administered first aid to Rom­ lo. He was treated and released from McHenry hospital. ^ CAR FIRE McHenry fire department Company One put out a blaze in the rear seat of a car be­ longing to Irene Adams, 3406 W. 1st St., Wednesday night. Following the Marine Fes­ tival parade or. July 20 the Chicagoland water ski associa­ tion will present their 1969 review. The show will take place at the McHenry city beach and will start at 4:15 p.m. The show will feature comedy, pre­ cision and ballet skiing and again will highlight the thrilling kites act. The show will last about one hour and as usual be free to the public. Each year many thousands of people thrill to the expert skiing of this fine group. Tickets are still available to the Miss America luncheon to be held at the -McHenry Country club. The date is Sunday, July 20, and the time is 11:30 a.m. Tickets may be obtained by con­ tacting the Chamber of Com­ merce office. The luncheon is limited to 100 and it is ex­ pected that the reservation list will be filled by Monday or Tuesday, July 14 or 15. Any­ one interested in attending should contact the Chamber im­ mediately. The Veterans of Foreign Wars will again sponsor the Annual Marine Festival Dance. A well known local orchestra will provide the usual fine mu­ sic. The dance will start at 9 p.m. and wff>be held at the VFW on Saturday, July 19. The winning award for the best dec­ orated store for All-America Sidewalk Day Sale will be pre­ sented during the dance. The public is invited to attend, and as usual there is no charge. FALLS FROM CAR Scott Chesler, 12, was re­ ported in intensive,., care unit at McHenry hospital on Wed­ nesday suffering from a cer­ ebral concussion suffered when he fell off the back end of a station wagon. PLAINPEALgR PHOTQ Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Carr narrowly escaped death Wed­ nesday when their two-bed­ room, frame home at 4703 W. Lake Shore drive, Wonder Lake, was gutted by fire. Carr said that he and his wife,. Mary Ann, were awakened about 10:35a.m. when the flames burst through their bedroom door. They es­ caped the blaze b> crawling out through a bedroom window. Claude Canning, a neighbor, who was working in front of his home at 7815 Island lane, said Carr ran into the middle of the intersection at Lake Shore and Island and screamed "Call the fire department, call the fire department" Canning said that he ran into his home and placed the call. Two trucks from Company No. 1 of the Wonder Lake, Fire department responded to the call. The blaze was brought un­ der control after one-half hour. The cause of the fire could not be determined because of the extensive damage done to the in­ terior of the home. The breezeway and the garage w^re the only sections to escape damage. Assistant Fire Chief Edward O'Brien said that the fire had probably been burning for several hours before it was detected. The firemen also had to bat­ tle a distraught Mrs. Carr who attempted to reenter the burn­ ing house to retrieve some val­ uable possessions. Mrs. Carr was later taken to Memorial hospital, Woodstock, when she complained about a pain on her left side. She said that she had been injured when she crawled through the window. Damage to the home and con­ tents was estimated at $5,000. J$u£y, SeAMon