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OUR LOT IS Jlggj JAMMED FROM THE X ^PKSSBii ECONOMICAL .*m BOBCAT TO "LUXURY'S^- -- FINEST" CONTINENTAL MARK IVI isgsiH mm k e l s o n ^PEOPLE AND PERFORMANCE MAKES\ OUR DEALERSHIP BETTER.AT TORKELSONL ^ LINCOLN-MERCURY WE ARE CONCERNED^'3 WITH THE WAY YOU DRIVE TODAY. OUR\ SALSEMEN ARE QUALIFIED TO HELP YOU «=LECT THE RIGHT CAR AT THE RIGHT PRICE OUR FIRST SIX MONTHS IN McHENRY HAS BEEN A SUCCESS! HARD WORK AND BELIEF IN GETTING THE "JOB DONE RIGHT, THE FIRST TIME" HAS ENABLED US TO MAKE HUNDREDS OF FRIENDS IN THE McHENRY AREA. OUR SERVICE PERSONNEL ARE CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS ABLE TO HANDLE YOUR EVERY MOTORING NEED. PRECISION CARE AND EQUIPMENT IS USED FOR EVERY JOB NO MATTER HOW BIG OR HOW SMALL •Bhm BBS •M I H BANK FINANCING AVAILABLE! SEE FOR YOURSELF, WELL SELL FOR LESS I TORKELSON LINCOLN • MERCURY HOME OF THE. . . I • LINCOLN ) CONTINENTAL • CONTINENTAL MARK IV » GRAND MARQUIS • MONTEGO • MONARCH • COUGAR XR7 I • COMET i • BOBCAT li • CAPRI /« OVER 100 NEW AND USED CARS AND TRUCKS IN J STOCK TO CHOOSE ik McHENRY, ILL. accompanied his students into an uncompleted school at the east end of Main street markirtg a milestone in that this was the first time McHenry's grade and high schools were separated in two buildings. Always dignified and always dedicated -- always concerned and always courageous -- C.H. Duker led his school through years of growth and progress. They were not always years of total success but he was well aware that nothing worthwhile is achieved without disappointments. What the community always knew was that their educational leader maintained complete loyalty and firmness of convictions which had only one aim -- the betterment of the school system which had become a part of him. His presence before a student body always commanded the respect so necessary for success in his chosen profession. Behind a sometimes gruff exterior, there was a kindness and warmth which especially attracted the student in need of special help. His keen mind and ability to project his ideas to others was the impetus that kept many of them from acquiring the unenviable title of drop-out. With all of his efficient manner, there was a sense of humor which often hid the mounting problems he faced in a growing school system. In paying public tribute to C.H. Duker in 1954, a vocal quartet of the 1920's surprised the administrator with a most fitting rendition of "That Old Gang of Mine". Most of us who were part of that "gang" will remember him best as he walked down the halls of HIS school, jingling a key ring. Once there was a man....His keys have been stilled but the wonderful memories he leaves will be treasured forever. E.C.FISHER CARL BUCKNER 1901-1910 1958-1966 DR. CARL BERGSTROM A.E.NYE 1966-1971 1910-1919 DR. ROBERTBOOS OSWELL G. TREADWAY District 15 „ 1971 1919-1922 District 15 „ 1971 1919-1922 RICHARD SWANTZ C.H. DUKER District 156 1923-1958 1971 1 9 1 1 - 1 2 M a n u a l L i s t s School System Guide grades; Mrs. Mayme Overton first and second grades; Miss Pearl Claxton, grade assistant: Miss Cora E Schulze, music- supervisor; and Miss Grace Clay., drawing supervisor. The board of education in­ cluded James B. Perry, president; W.D. Wentworth, clerk; John H. Miller. P.J. Cleary, Theodore H. Bethke, J.F. Claxton and N.P Steilen. Both high and grade school A small booklet called Manual and Guide for Students and Patrons, was published in the McHenry public school system 1911-12. It was the year that A. Edgar Nye was superintendent and principal; Miss Agnes Perry, high school; Miss Alice Knox, seventh and eighth grades; ^ Miss Kathryn Knox, fifth and sixth grades; Miss Clara Stoffel. third and fourth classes were taught in what is' nfiw Landmark school. The following was a directive "To the Pupil - things that score in grading:" 1 Promptness. When the topic is announced or a question is asked, respond at once To be able to do this you must give your undivided attention to the class work. 2. Posture: When you rise, avoid ungainliness; stand erect; avoid every indication of carelessness and restlessness; acquire ease of posture. 3. Animation. Rouse your mind so that its keenest' ac­ tivities may be called into action. A listless attitude of mind is dullness, for the time at least By acquiring and maintaining , a brisk, earnest manner you prompt and promote your natural ability. 4. Correct Form. Guided by your knowledge of the dic­ tionary, gram mar. composition and rhetoric, pronounce each' word correctly: Construct each sentence so that the thought is clearly expressed, has force to arouse attention and has the merit of diction which makes the thought attractive to hearers. The use of faulty forms discredits self, parents and the school, retards your progress and cramps the mind. £>. Avoidance of Expletives. Provincialisms and man­ nerisms of expression. Beginning a recitation j^th 4 "Well," "It says," "He says." "The book says," "I think," etc.; connecting your clauses with "And a," etc.; and closing 'with "That's all 1 kmiw about it."' must be avoided. (5. Power of Initiative. We often hear. "1 do not know how&^ to begin " To start without being pushed should be the aim of every pupil 7. Independence--Pupils who wait for assistance from the teacher,. whether this assistance be by direct suggestion or helpful question, should realize that they fail in a (Continued on page 6) AUGUST 6, 1975 PLAINDEALER CENTENNIAL EDITION-PAGE 5 School District Administrators Once There Was A Man (A tribute to Supt. C.H. Duker which appeared in a May, 1970, issue of the Plaindealer, following his death. Retiring in 1958 after thirty-seven years at the helm, he served the local school system longer than any other administrator). Once there was a man who came to the McHenry community in the pursuit of a career in education. He remained for, thirty-seven years and left a legacy of achievements to be passed down from generation to generation as long as the history of the McHenry Public School system is recounted. His part in making that history of the McHenry Public School system is recounted. His part in making that history may be unfamiliar to students today but it is well known to the generations who were educated under his administration. The man was Chancey H. Duker but he was known as just "C.H." or "Duke" to his contempories and as the "boss" to his students. Mr. Duker came to McHenry in 1922 when a community yet unaware of its promising future was undergoing its first growing pains. 1 In 1923, the young administrator guided the sale of $125,000 in bonds when an education-conscious public decided that expansion was the order of the day. A year later, he (Continued from page 4) campus to house all the students. It was the opinion of the board at that time, that it was in the best interest of the young people that all be taught on one campus. Previously it was felt that division of fresh­ men-sophomores and juniors- seniors was prefeiiod. In April. 1974, citizen com­ mittees were formed to: 1- Evaluate 2-2 year campus organizations; 2-Evaluate graduation requirements, and 3-Study long-range planning. In May of that same year, the board decided not to sell East campus after negotiating with various firms and real estate agencies. Possibly the longest tenure husband-wife teaching pair in McHenry county were Clarence F. Anglese, Math teacher since 1930. retired in 1970, and Lillian Anglese. twenty-eight years a foreign language teacher, retired in 1969. Leonard J. McCracken, MCHS varsity coach and teacher since 1930 was honored by having the Warrior football field named after him. McHenry teams won many honors under his guidance. The McHenry Community high school administration in 1975 listed superintendent, Richard A. Swantz; assistant superintendent. Thomas Joynt; business manager, Michael R. Kelly; principal, E^st campus, Gary Fields; principal, West campus. Robert O. Swartzldff; associate principal. East campus, Donald Seaton; associate principal. West campus. D.W. Dodds; dean of girls. East campus, Mary Ann Hauge; dean of boys. East campus. V'ern Petersen; dean of students, West campus, O. Gregory Johnson A.E. NYE OSWELL G. TREADWAY CARL BUCKNER DR. ROBERTBOOS District 15 RICHARD SWANTZ District 156 ' DR. CARL BERGSTROM C.H. DUKER - Just West of Town - 4611 W. Rt. 120 815-344-1200 SALES OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! SERVICE 8-5 MON. thru FRI. CLOSED SAT. & SUN.