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AID fOCf" THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER * - ' * <* " • . • • . . . ' "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875 VOLUMN 91 - NUMBER 130 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 1969 2 SECTIONS - 22 PAGES - 10<? Ambulance Concern Voiced CITY COUNCIL "HOME" -- The "home away from home" for McHenry City Council members is this beautiful setting in the new city hall on Green street. In session there for the first time last Monday night, left to right, were Aldermen Joseph Stanek, Arthur Jackson, Lawrence Huck and William Bolger, City Attorney John Looze, Siqjt. of Public Works Fred Meyer, Mayor Donald P. Doherty, City Clerk Earl R. Walsh, Alder­ men Theodore Pitzen, Ray Smith, Jerome Rogers and Frank Hromek. PLAINDEALER PHOTO Musin9 and Meanderin9 School Explores Training In Vocational Education It was a week of newsworthy events in McHenry, not the least of which was the impressive Veterans Day program on Tues­ day morning. Fred Meyer acted as master of ceremonies for the dedica­ tion of St. Mary's church patri­ otic center, honoring the mem­ ory of Gold Star heroes of all wars. Legionnaire Ray McGee had the distinction of tolling the "bell of freedom". Only a few minutes later, an­ other very large gathering was held at the city park, where a new flag pole was dedicated at the memorial marker and ap­ propriate ceremonies for the solemn occasion of Nov. 11 were held. Frank Low acted as mas­ ter of ceremonies for this pro­ gram, which drew probably the largest crowd to attend a Vet­ erans Day observance in many years. Another memorable event was the open house at Land­ mark school on Waukegan road (Continued on page 8) Meeting in the first session of the month last Tuesday evening, board members of School Dis­ trict 15 voted to explore fur­ ther the possibility of entering into the vocational education training program in conjunction with District 156. Such a plan would call for students to par­ ticipate in this special train­ ing at the age of 14. The program, which is par­ tially reimbursed by the state, is intended for young people who demonstrate less enthusiasm for the regular school courses and show an interest in spec­ ial skills which might be of­ fered. The purpose is to de­ velop a greater zeal for school attendance. George Haasl of the adminis­ trative staff spoke about the Fox Valley Freeway proposed to run west of McHenry, in the vicin­ ity of the new Junior high. Mr. Haasl urged members to be­ come better acquainted with de­ tails of the proposals and attend a December meeting to express views in opposition to any por­ tions which might be to the det­ riment of the school. Approval was given to instal­ lation of a mobile phone unit requested by Assistant Bus­ iness Manager Glen Blank for his car. He explained that much inconvenience and lost time has resulted from the inability to reach him in emergencies. Since this would be a joint pro­ ject with District 156, members of the high school board will need to give approval also. Cost of the unit was said to be about $100, plus a five dollar-a-month service charge. Discussion of a change in meetings took place. Effective immediately, the first meet­ ing of the month will be held concerning business and the second of an informational na­ ture. Dr. Peter Griesbach, a mem­ ber, said he would like to see faculty members in one field of study from the various schools in discussion groups over the methods used in each for bet­ ter coordination as the student progresses. Several teachers will present a report to the board later this month on the remedial reading program. Dr. Carl Bergstrom, super­ intendent, expressed his thanks to all who assisted in any way to make the Landmark open house a success. He suggested installation of a plaque in that school which would record events of particular historical value in regard to the educa­ tional institution. The resignations of Mrs. Mary Beth Blum, language arts, Junior high, Mrs. Sharon Oas, fourth grade, Edgebrook, and Mrs. Charles Slice, first grade, Landmark, were accepted. Bev­ erly Radaloff will replace Mrs. Slice on Jan. 5. Approval was given to the payment of $3,230 to Robert Shaw for completed work at Landmark. A payment of $1,324 to George Henrich was with­ held until completion. Midwest Excavating Co., was paid $23,000, leaving a balance of $82,000 for work on the new Junior high. Although the meeting of the :ounty board of supervisors was planned on the legal hol­ iday especially so that interest­ ed people could attend, only ane group, the Concerned Cit­ izens of McHenry County, was represented on Tuesday. Speaking on behalf of their interest, Supervisor Robison of Algonquin read a letter to the board which expressed their concern over the lack of ambu­ lance service they say will ex­ ist after Jan. 1. He gave im­ petus to their request for as­ sistance from the county board by showing petitions they had given him, carrying 3,000 sig­ natures. Mr. Robison then introduced Mrs. Vera Pursell of Crystal Lake, who spoke at length on the great need of more ser­ vice by the end of this year, when, she said, most of the service will be left to rescue squad units. Her concern was based on a joint statement made recently by several funeral di­ rectors in the county who will discontinue ambulance service at that time. The letter asked the board to provide or operate an ambu­ lance service; fix, charge and collect fees for ambulance ser­ vice within or outside of the governmental unit not exceeding the reasonable cost of the ser­ vice; and establish necessary regulations relating to ambu­ lance service. Because of recent questions in the minds of some super­ visors as to the legality of the board providing for an am­ bulance service, State's Attor­ ney Cowlin stated an opinion of the Attorney General that mon­ ey could be used from the Gen­ eral fund of the county. Supervisor Walter Dean of McHenry pointed to a section of the law which specified "sup­ port" to non-sectarian hospi­ tals where counties assume this service. Mr. Cowlin feels that "support" would not need to extend beyond the service of transporting the patient. Mr. Dean then told members and guests that the Civil De­ fense committee, of which he is chairman, would be holding two meetings this week regarding problems of defense (including ambulance service) and invited anyone interested to attend. He added that followingthese meet­ ings, his committee would meet with others to discuss the mat­ ter further before arriving at a recommendation as to proce­ dure. (Continued on page 8) Is Injured By "Benefactors " Donald Holt of 7404 E. North- wood, Wonder Lake, was taken to McHenry hospital about 10:30 last Saturday night, suffering injuries from a beating he said he sustained when picked up as he hitchhiked on Rt. 120 and Lily Lake road. He told deputies he had vis­ ited his brother and was en- route home when he ran out of gas. After parking the car, he was picked up by four men. As the car reached the area of the Possum Run pit, Holt said one of them struck him in the back of the head and he remembers nothing else. Ron Mederos of Island Lake, driv­ ing west on the highway, came upon Holt and picked him up. He was found to be suffering cuts and abrasions and was kept in the hospital over night. Minor Thefts Investigated Two reports of theft were un­ der investigation by sheriffs police this week. Anthony Bianci of Chicago told deputies that within the last four weeks, someone stole a compass, an oar and cover from his boat, docked at a lo­ cal marina. David Tope of 5116 Willow drive, Wonder Lake, reported the theft of a chain saw from the basement of his home. Gary Welsh Murder Case Again In News Gary Welsh, 30, has been transferred from Elgin State hospital to the McHenry coun­ ty jail after completing sev­ en years of a sentence for the murder on Sept. 29, 1962, in Harvard of 3-year-old Marlene Casteel. The child died of suffoca­ tion, and Welsh, who had been baby sitting, was taken into custody and charged with mur­ der. He was found incompe­ tent and sent to Menard insti­ tution for the criminally in­ sane. He remained there for six years before being transferred to Elgin State hospital a year ago. Since the murder, Sher­ iff Melvin Griebel, who inves­ tigated the case, has died. Al­ so dead are the murdered girl's parents. Mrs. Helen Casteel died Nov. 3, 1962, following an auto accident, and Raymond Casteel was killed in a car crash Nov. 9, 1966. At present, Welsh is being held in county jail without bond. Another competency hearing will be held Nov. 19 in Cir­ cuit court. WIN BRONZE STARS -- Army Sergeant First Class Paul V. Imboden, right, son of Mrs. Elizabeth Imboden, Spring Grove, is shown receiving the Bronze Star Medal during ceremonies near Vien Hoa, Vietnam. He was one of three local soldiers to receive this honor in recent weeks. Sgt. I.C. Imboden received the award for outstanding mer­ itorious service while serving as administrative supervisor in the Personnel Management sec­ tion, Office of the Adjutant Gen­ eral, and as chief noncommis­ sioned oficer in the Office of the Inspector General, Head­ quarters, U.S. Army Advisory group, III Corps Tactical zone, U.S. Military Assistance com­ mand, Vietnam, from Sept. 1968, to October, 1969. He entered the Army in July, 1948, and was stationed in Rich­ mond, Va., with the U.S. Army Advisor group, before arriv­ ing overseas in September, 1968, on his fourth tour of duty in Vietnam. He also holds two awards of the Army Commenda­ tion Medal. His wife, Colette, lives at 2234 Bishop street, Peterburg, Va. Army Staff Sergeant Thomas D. Bitterman, 24, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Bitterman, 336 N. Rosedale drive, McHen- ry^' has received the Bronze Star Medal in Vietnman. S. Sgt. Bitterman received the award for heroism in action while engaged in military op­ erations against a hostile force in Vietnam. S. Sgt. Bitterman, a platoon sergeant in Company A, 2d bat­ talion 12th cavalry of the 1st Cavalry division (Airmobile) entered the Army in May, 1968, completed basic training at Ft. Polk, La., and was stationed at Ft. Benning, Ga., prior to his arrival in Vietnam last May He also holds the combat In­ fantryman Badge and the Pur­ ple Heart. The sergeant, whose wife, Patricia, lives at 3002 W. Mary- ville drive, is a 1963 graduate of McHenry Community high school. The presentation was made Oct. 14. Army Specialist Five Gerald J. Stilling, whose wife, Nancy, lives at 3710 Lee street, Mc­ Henry, received the Bronze Star Medal near Saigon, Vietnam. Spec. 5 Stilling was presented the award for meritorious ser­ vice in connection with military operations against hostile for­ ces in Vietnam. At the time of presentation, Spec. 5 Stilling was a chaplain's assistant in Headquarters company, 4th Transportation command near Saigon. The 26-year-old specialist entered the Army in April 1968, completed basic training at Ft. Polk, La., and was stationed at Ft. Hamiliton, N.Y., before arriving in Vietnam in October, 1968. He is a 1961 graduate of Mc­ Henry Community high school. The award was presented Oct. 7. Exceptional Children Topic Of Psychologist Fred Dornbach of the Kane County Diagnostic center will be guest speaker before the Mc­ Henry county chapter of the Council on Exceptional Chil­ dren, meeting Nov. 19 at 8 p.m. in the library of Woodstock high school. Mr. Dornbach will discuss the behaviour modification ap­ proach to teaching children with learning disabilities. He also will tell of his work in helping parents to use this approach with their children. The speaker is presently a school psychologist for the Kane County Diagnostic center. His previous experience is both as a teacher and a guidance coun- (Continued on page 8) UNICEF Collection At *555 Tops Past Years It was diclosed this week that a total of $555.92 was collected for UNICEF at Halloween time by young people from St. Pat­ rick's, Presbyterian, Metho­ dist, St. Mary's and Baptist churches. This is, by far, the largest amount ever collected in the twelve years the program has been in operation locally. Solicitors are most grateful for the fine cooperation of local residents. So that everyone may know how this money helps others, the organization has released the following figures: Fifty cents will protect seven children from malaria; one dollar will pro­ tect eighty children from TB; five cents will cure one child from trachoma and twenty-five cents will provide 175 vitamin tablets for children. Vote Con Con CandidateA -Nov. 18 McHenry voters will join thousands throughout the state in going to the polls next Tues­ day to express preferences for the men and women to represent them in drawing up a new Con­ stitution for the state. The Con­ stitutional Convention is due to get under way in early De­ cember. McHenry voters, members of the Thirty-Second senatorial district, will elect two from among four candidates who sur­ vived among twelve entered in the primary race Sept. 23. The convention is due to con­ vene Dec. 8. The governor will call the first meeting to order and preside until a temporary president is chosen. The con­ vention will then operate on its own. The 116 delegates (two from each of the fifty-eight state sen­ atorial districts) will organ­ ize into working committees, study background materials and hold hearings. The field of Samuel T. Law- ton, Jr., Jeannette Mullen, Jef­ frey R. Ladd and Sheldon Kar­ on will be narrowed to two as the result of the vote on Tues­ day, Nov. 18. Poljs will open at 6 in the morning and remain open un­ til 6 p.m in the townships of Dorr, Greenwood, Hebron, Richmond, Burton, McHenry, Nunda and Algonquin. Voting will take place in the same polling precincts as Sep­ tember, located as follows: M c H e n r y 1 , M e t h o d i s t church, Barnard Mill road; 2, City Hall, 1111 N. Green street, McHenry; 3, Europa Motor Sales, 3318 W. Pearl streej, McHenry; 4, Johnsburg Com­ munity club, 2315 W. Church street, Johnsburg; 5, Wonder Lake Bible church, 7611 Han­ cock drive, Wonder Lake; 6, V.F.W. clubhouse, 3002 W. Rt. 120, McHenry; 7, Buss Ford Sales, 3921 W. Waukegan road, McHenry; 8, Christ the King church school hall, 5006 E. Wonder Lake road, Wonder Lake; 9 McHenry CMC and Rambler dealer, 1801 W. Rt. 120, McHenry; 10, Nativity Lu­ theran church, 3506 E. Wonder Lake road, Wonder Lake; 11, F.M. Radio and T.V., 4605 W. Rt. 120, McHenry; 12, McCul- lom Lake beach house, Lake Shore drive, McCullom Lake; 13, Store(vacant), 1505 N. Mea­ dow lane, McHenry; 14, McHen­ ry firehoifse, 3610 W. Elm street, McHenry; 15, Tom- asello's, 3312 N. Chapel Hill road, McHenry; 16, Sunnyside village hall, Sunnyside; 17, Community house, 306 Hilltop drive, Pistakee Highlands; 18, C h a i n -O - Lakes Evangelical Covenant church, 4815 N. Wil- mot road, McHenry; 19, Wonder Lake firehouse, 4416 E. Wonder Lake road, Wonder Lake; 20, Edgebrook school, 3725 W. Kane street, McHenry; 21, Europa Motors, 3318 W. Pearl street, McHenry; 22, Hansens's Mar­ ine, 3112 W. Lincoln road, McHenry; 23, Geo. P. Freund, Inc., 4102 Crystal Lake raod, McHenry; 24, Lakeland Park community house, 1717 N. Sun­ set drive, McHenry. Nunda 6, Lakemoor Fire Sta­ tion, 234 W. Rand road; 7, Dis­ patch Pump Service, 104 State road, Island Lake; 12, Casey Hall, 2601 S. River road, Gris- wold Lake. County Slated For Share Of Motor Fuel Tax McHenry county has been in­ cluded to receive allocations made by the state to counties for various purposes under thg Motor Fuel Tax program. A total of $2,704,315 is beings given to counties for townships and road districts as their share of the tax. McHenry county is listed to receive $25,898 for this purpose. Counties receive a total of $6,219,925 paid into the state treasury under M.F.T. during October. This allocation for McHenry county amounted to $65,121. ,'i , Hitchhiker Santa Parade Set Nov. 29 Chamber Board In Busy Session At last Friday's meeting of the McHenry Chamber of Com­ merce board, announcement was made of a change in San­ ta's holiday schedule in the city. According to a change in plans, he will arrive amidstthe fanfare of a parade on Saturday, Nov. 29, and later take up res­ idence in the city park, where he will light the trees in early evening. Santa will remain in his hut that weekend, then leave until Dec. 6, when he will return for a week day and evening schedule until Christmas. Newly elected board mem­ bers were introduced at Fri­ day's meeting. One of them, Bill Nye, selected to serve the only one-year term, which made it unnecessary to draw lots. The other four elected will serve three years. During a discussion by Pres­ ident Larry Lund concerning the selection of officers, Manager Carl Prosser suggested that in­ stead of electing a first vice- president, that office should be designated as president-elect. The board will study the matter further before coming to a de­ cision. The industrial survey of the community was described as progressing nicely. By its re­ sults, the Chamber hopes to support the need for low cost housing locally. After a discussion concerning a request by Camp Duncan to include McHenry in its fund- raising area, the board decided to invite representatives of both Camp Duncan and the Lake Re­ gion YMCA to attend and present individual cases for considera­ tion. This meeting is scheduled for Dec. 2. The need for the purchase of drums for the Viscounts Drum and Bugle corps was announced. The corps will borrow money for this purpose, with the board assuming the interest cost from the travel fund the ChambeV holds as a result of sponsor­ ing Drum Corps Magic in con­ nection with the Marine Festi­ val. The board favored a recom­ mendation of Manager Prosser to establish a finance committee to obtain a • realistic budget". Retail Chairman Earli Riley reported on an earlier retail meeting and disclosed receipt of $50 from the McHenry Ki- wanis club to be used for can­ dy to be distributed by Santa Claus during the holiday season. WITH HAND ON HEART -- With an abundance of patriotism which has always marked residents of McHenry, a large crowd gathered at the city park last Tuesday morning to participate in the annual Veterans Day program. This year the ceremony was enhanced by dedication of a new flagpole near the memorial marker. PLAINDEALER PHOTO