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College Moatd Planning. Challenged On the eve of an apparent decision on a site for.the Mc- Henry college, opinions con­ cerning the several months of fact accumulation, study, dis­ cussion and executive session meetings were voiced this week. Because of legal approval al­ lowing private sessions for the discussion of such subjects as land purchase, the public has received few facts. This week the Plaindealer received a let­ ter written by Meyer Field to President E.C. Nichols of the board, and Dr. Forest Ether- edge of the college and other board members. Mr. Field, who- has been closer to the site dis­ cussions than the average per* son, poses questions, he feels are important to the general public. As the Plaindealer prepares for Friday publication, it is the understanding of the newspaper that a vote may be forthcoming by the college boardi Thursday night. "To the Members of McHenry^ SSaESBBHMKStSSMKS County Junior College "6200 Northwest Highway "Crystal Lake, Illinois "Attention: Mr. E.C. Nichols, President, and Dr. Forrest Etheredge "Gentlemen: "I had k long talk with Mr. Nichols this morning covering things which are disquieting to the welfare of the junior college. I had heard things of extrava­ gance and improvidence about the conduct of the school board pertaining to the development costs. "The most natural site was the Backhaus-Brockman farm at the northwest corner of Bull Valley road and Crystal Lake- McHenry road. Our farm at the southwest corner was not for sale at that time. Later we lear­ ned that the price of the Back- haus farm was so high, about $2,500 per acre, that no deal was made. Then we learned that the board was about to buy the Stilling farm two miles east for about $1,900 an acre. "Then certain people asked us to reconsider as our location at the southwest corner of Bull Valley and McHenry - Crystal Lake roads was far superior. After much internal opposition among the owners, we then de­ cided that our property would be available for a college, for $1,900 or less. "We have a home in McHen­ ry county. We expect in due course to retire there. We have (Continued on page 12) THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CH A IN-O-LAKE S REGION SINCE 1875 VOL. 91 - NUMBER 126 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1969 2 SECTIONS - 16 PAGES - 10<: Set Junior High Bid Dates Veterans Plan Program Site Of New Flag * Past Commander Pat Owen and Adjutant Clyde Biackwell of the Veterans' Day Publicity committee are shown inspec­ ting the site near the Civil War memorial in McHenry's city park where the new flagpole will be placed and dedicated on Veterans' Day. PLAINDEALER PHOTO Mutin ' and Meanderin' Atop this page appears a letter, written by Meyer Field, which poses questions concern­ ing his observations of pro­ cedures in connection with se­ lection of a site for the Mc­ Henry County college. Publication of such a letter, particularly when the writer is one who stands to gain or lose by a decision, ordinarily does not fall within the news column policy of this news­ paper. However, after consid­ erable deliberation, it seemed to us that not only Mr. Field, but our community and the en­ tire college district stands to gain or lose. We have never met Mr. Field and have had only one tele­ phone conversation with him after receiving his letter. We are convinced that his appre­ hension lies in the judgment of the board rather than in its integrity. In publishing this letter we recall rather vividly the months and years of debate, not yet ended, which marked pre-se- lection debate on a site for the court house. While individual members in particular, and the board in general were often singled out for criticism, there never was any question raised but that their open meetings were conducted so that the en­ tire county was able to observe attitudes expressed publicly. Hiis is not to intimate that the college board has proceeded in any manner not within the limits of the law. Nevertheless, a long series of closed, ex­ ecutive sessions has prevented anything more than the most meager information to reach the people who will, in part, be footing the bill for a new (Continued on page 12) Promise Police Alert Locally On Halloween "Extra, non-marked cars and additional officers on duty Halloween night" is the message of Police Chief Kenneth Espey to potential pranksters. Chief Espey pointed out that there was no intention of spoiling good, innocent: fun, but said his office would prosecute anyone damaging property. He added that the Friday night mid­ night curfew would be strictly enforced. In order to protect property in the rural areas on Halloween, Sheriff John Carroll said this week he is sending out unmarked cars and detectives will be taken off day shift in order to strengthen the evening force. Particularly in reference to the Bull Valley area, Mr. Carroll was Arm in stating that if any young people are found outside their cars, they will be issued warning tickets. After two such tickets, they will be charged. Invite Judges To View City Chamber Rooms The city of McHenry has in­ vited distinguished guests to vi­ sit the new judge chambers in the remodelled city hall next MONSTER LEGEND CONTINUES TO HAUNT AREA The monster legend of Bull Valley refuses to die, to the consternation of Sheriff John Carroll and residents of that community. Sheriff Carroll said early (Continued on page 12) Saturday. The following Monday night the Council members will meet for the first time in their new "home". Invited to be present Saturday are Judge LaVerne A. Dixon of Waukegan, Judges William J. Carroll, Charles S. Parker, Ja­ mes H. Cooney and William J. G leas on of Woodstock, Judge Charles T. Smith of Harvard, Judge John J. Kaufman of Mc­ Henry, Miss Margaret O'Neil, clerk of the Circuit Court, Sta­ te's Attorney William J. Cow- lin and Sheriff John C. Carroll. McHenry's city park will have a new flag and flagpole, to be erected and ready for the Vet­ erans' Day exercises to be held in the park Tuesday, Nov. 11. The flagpole, in a concrete base was erected under the supervi­ sion of Fred J. Meyer, super­ intendent of public works. The pole is being donated to the city, with costs of prepara­ tion and erection shared equally by the city, the Chamber of Commerce, the Veterans of Fo­ reign Wars, and the American Legion, who will also donate an American flag. The dedication of the new flag and flagpole will be apart of the patriotic program to be held at the park on Veterans' Day. COUNTY MAN DIES IN CRASH NEAR ALGONQUIN John Frederick Conagan, 26, of 273 Indian Trail, Lake-in- the Hills, was pronounced dead on arrival at McHenry hospital Wednesday evening. He died following a two-car crash on Randall road, a mile south of Lake-in-the Hills, near Algon­ quin. The second driver, Raymond Aim of Streamwood, told dep­ uties he was south-bound when the north-bound auto of Conagan swerved and then entered his lane of traffic. Aim and a pas­ senger, Edward Factley, of El­ gin were hospitalized. Approval, with some modifi­ cations, was given to working drawings of the new Junior high school at Tuesday eve­ ning's meeting of the board of School District 15. Tentative dates were set for Dec. 2 at 8 p.m. at the ad­ ministration building for open­ ing bids and Dec. 5 for a spec­ ial meeting to act on bids. Bids setting alternatives in construction will be sought so that board members will be able to consider the most acceptable for the money they have to ex­ pend on the new building. Dr. Peter Griesbach an­ nounced that the State Health department does not expect a flu epidemic this winter. For this reason, there will be no mass inoculation -in the local schools. However, the state does offer a complete program for German measles, including the offer of serum. Further study will be made to deter­ mine whether or not the school will offer this program from kindergarten through sixth grade. Considerable discussion took place concerning payment for college credits made to fac­ ulty members. After discus­ sing the subject thoroughly, the board acted favorable on a sug­ gestion of Dr. Carl Bergstrom, superintendent, that only cour­ ses which pertain to the field in which the teacher is instruct­ ing will be considered eligible for compensation. Where there is a question on a special course, the board will need to give approval. The only negative vote was cast by Mrs. Charles Cuda, who said she approved of the plan ex­ cept for one section which offers compensation for courses taken to make up deficiencies toward full certification. Mrs. Cuda ex­ pressed her opinion that since these are basic requirements necessary to teach, there should be no reimbursement. Members approved the em­ ployment of Mrs. Vicki Sebas­ tian, speech therapist with a BA, fourth step, on the basis of two days per week, pending approval by the state. A bid of Larson & McGinnis in the amount of $1,629.95 was approved for convection oven for Edgebrook school. Two oth­ er bids were also accepted, those of William Glosson & Son for $3,010 and McHenry Fence Co., $1,122, in preparation of a bus parking lot section on McCracken football field. This is a program in conjunction with District 156. An adult education report was submitted by Harvey Ahitow, community school director, which lists $8,563 in receipts including registration and text­ books, and expenses totalling $7,831.11. However, the figures do not include the salary of the director. A total of $390 was refunded to fifty-one persons because of an insufficient number enrolled in courses, which were can­ celled. The total enrollment a- mounted to 876 in fifty- six classes. City Scene Of Indian Guides Dinner The Y-Indian Guides Long- house of the Lake Region YMC A has scheduled the annual father and son banquet as the special event for the Call quarter's program, it has been announced by Frank Trnka, Longhouse chief. Fathers and sons will gather at the McHenry V.F.W. on Route 120 in McHenry on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 7:30 p.m. for a roast beef dinner and the evening's program. The event is planned to provide fathers and sons with a pleasant evening out together and the opportunity to enjoy an interesting program. All big and little braves at­ tending the event are asked to wear their Indian headbands, vests and other attire. The program will include an opening ceremony, dinner, a Walt Dis­ ney color feature, and a clos* ing ceremony. Since the event has always been well attended, participants are urged to make their reservations-at the "Y" office at 95 Grant street, Crys­ tal Lake, before noon Nov. 1. EERIE EVE -- It is in the eerie shadows of Halloween Eve that all kinds of spooky hap­ penings take place, as the imagination of young­ sters are extended almost to the bursting stage. The Plaindealer photgrapher found five- year-old Robbie Wahoske and his four-year-old brother, John, deeply engrossed in one of their favorite ghost stories, which takes on very real meaning, read against the background of wit­ ches and goblins in the shadows. The setting was a day and a half project of the Michael Wahoske family, who reside at 2014 W. Rt. 120, east of McHenry. A 125-pound pumpkin grown in their garden is the only missing item. It was stolen within two hours after the set­ ting was completed. PLAINDEALER PHOTO Thefts Throughout Area Investigated This Week A one-cylinder, two-cycle motor for a go-cart and a mini- bike were stolen from the back porch of the Sam DeRosa home, 401 Main street road, Spring Grove, last week. When Mr. De Rosa notified the sheriff's of­ fice Sunday, he told them the theft occurred sometime be­ tween Thursday and the time of his call. The value of the engine was about $45 and the bike, $119. While Mrs. John Gleason of 5408 Summerville, Wonder Lake, was working during the daytime and her husband, who is employed at night, was asleep in the rear of the house, num­ erous items were taken from their lawn. The missing items included two decorative deer, crane, squirrel, chipmunk, storks and chickens. A neighbor had observed a young boy taking the plastic crane a few nights earlier. When he saw the woman, the youngster threw the item down and ran away. William Glennon of 2822Sho- rewood, McHenry, last Friday reported the theft of a stereo tape player from his boat while moored at his home. Value of the player and tapes was given at $120. Henry Worm, 2623 Fair Oaks lane, McHenry, notified sher­ iffs police that sometime dur­ ing the night Monday, gas was taken from his car, parked in front of his home. Nick Shulgan of 115 North blvd., Lilymoor, advised dep­ uties that sometime after 4 p.m. Monday, someone entered his home and took a jet water pump from the basement area and scattered personal items he had moved from his present home in Fox Lake to his new (Continued on page 12) Crash Scene This was the scene on McCullom Lake road Tuesday afternoon after a car driven by Wil- lard A. Schultz crashed into a tree, shown at left. Mr. Schultz was pronounced dead on ar­ rival at McHenry hospital, his death attributed to a heart attack. PLAINDEALER PHOTO Reservations may be made through the "Y" office, either in person or by telephone. The office will be open week days from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Monies may be remitted through the mail by sending it to the Lake Region YMC A, P.O. Box 337, Crystal Lake. Willard A. Schultz, 61, of 5112 W. Fountain lane, Mc­ Cullom Lake, died Tuesday af­ ternoon, Oct. 28, as his auto crashed into two trees on Mc­ Cullom Lake road about 2:20. However, his death was attribu­ ted to a heart attack after he was pronounced dead on arrival at McHenry hospital. JEvidence at the scene showed that Schultz was driving east on the road, went off the south shoulder and then crossed over to the north side, hitting two trees. There was no evidence to indicate that he had applied the brakes prior to the accident. Jess Rhoton of Round Lake was the first person on the scene after the crash and called the ambulance. A call to the sheriffs office last Tuesday evening brought dep­ uties to the scene at 9:32 p.m. They found Mike Cox of Crys- stal Lake, who advised that he was travelling east on Draper road when another driver, also east-bound, went into a ditch in attempting to make a "U"turn. He added that a very young fel­ low got out of the auto and ran toward Rt. 120. He was wearing a brown jacket with fur colla?. There were no plates on the car. Later, McHenry police re­ ported a call from Mrs. Thomas Reilly, 2406 N. MacArthur drive, West Shore Beach, who said the auto was stolen from her driveway sometime between 7:30, when they left home, and their return. Mrs. Reilly said she thought she had taken the keys out of the auto but ap­ parently did not. The license plates had been transferredtoa new car.