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&• MCHENRY PLAINDEALER •lervlii Th« Cbala-O-Lakts Bsgioa Sine* 1875* Volume 87 -- No. 52 -- 3 Sections McHENRY, ILLINOIS, THURSDAY, MAY 10, 1962 20 Pages --10c Per Copy .ACCIDENT KILLS HIGHLANDS C0Uj>LE Today marks the middle of Hospital Week, certainly a fitting time to take a few moments to consider the innumerable services which have been provided by our three county hospitals during the past year. Only those who have experienced the unexpected need for such care ---and only thbse who "have received the assurance of professional help --can fully appreciate the value of these institutions. McHenry is proud and happy to have its own hospital, .and the county in general feels its own pride in two others, / one at Woodstock and the other at Harvard. It is a comfortable feeling to know that twenty-four-hour service, 365 • j^flays of the year, is available in time of need. There must have been some proud McHenry parents last Saturday when two local young men were accorded distinct honors at Marquette university's president's annual review and awards ceremony at the War Memorial center, Milwaukee. .> Cadet SFC Richard C, .Herdrich received a superior cadet ribbon as outstanding senior cadet, and Cadet SFC John C. Regner was awarded 1 he Chicago Tribune medal for military achievement and character by a sophomore. There are those who believe that Mother's Day now shares the same fate as other holi- £ days which have become "commercial". Nevertheless, there is still a good deal of sentiment back of the day, and as long as so many folks are made happy it will remain a day to celebrate. Don't forget mom next Sunday, May 13. The family car. used almost exclusively for utilitarian purposes during the dangerous '$ weather of the past winter, has once more become an object for recreation. So standard a piece of equipment is the auto in most homes that it is often taken for granted, and not until it refuses to "get up and go" due to mechanical failure do we realize how much we depend on it. ^ Because of 1heir popularity. Jt's sometimes interesting to take note of the many innovation's both with cars themselves and the conditions which make driving more pleasurable. » For instance, take the new gadget now on the market designed to disco u r a g e car thieves. A horn is sounded , When a door is forced open and • the. ignition disabled. The horn sounds again when any part of the car's electrical system is tampered with. And consider the self-service gasoline pump which has been developed, capable of accepting both coins and credit cards. The machine dispenses gasoline, gives receipts to customers. turns itself off and resets itself. h *1 On the highway, anti-glare fences of aluminum mesh have been devolped to keep lights of oncoming cars from blinding drivers. They are placed between opposing lanes of traffic. Now being tested in several states, they have been in use on English highways for some time. Women have a lot to do < •Mvith influencing the design and style of ai.it os. the manufacturers say* A few of the improvements to be found in later model cars that the ladies have suggested include wider doors for more graceful entry and exit; upholstery that is pleasing to the eye and easy 1o clean; sun visors that adjust more easily; bigger backup lights and two ash trays on the dash panel. It may be a man's world, but don't forget behind every man -- though not far behind -- is a woman. K. A. F. Open Freedom Bond Drive The U.S. Savings Bonds drive kick-off started with the ringing of an exact replica of the Liberty Bell at the state fair grounds by Gov. Otto Kerner, accompanied by Arnold J. Rauen of McHenry, who is state director of the U.S. Treasury Savings Bonds division. The ceremonies opened the nation-wide Freedom Bond drive which is to be conducted during the months of May and June. This marks the twenty-first anniversary of the Savings Bonds program. The bell is the same size and weight as the original one in Philadelphia, and was made in France for the Treasury department and donated by a group of copper companies for use in savings bonds drives. COUNCIL TAKES STEPS TO IMPROVE STREETS IN CITY Two Special Elections Set Two elections have been called by Gov. Otto Kerner, one in the 48th and the other in the 52nd Illinois senatorial districts. The primary date has been named as Tuesday, Aug. 14, and the special election on Nov. 6, which corresponds, to the regular 1962 election date. The special election in the 52nd district is to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Senator Robert Mc- Clory, while the one in the 48th district is to fill the vacancy of the late Sen. Herschel Green, who died April 1. In announcing the call for a special election, the governor said: "If this special election is not called, it would cut the Republican majority in the Senate by two. and be an advantage to the Democratic party. The citizens of these two districts, however, would be defied the full representation in the Illinois General Assembly to which they are entitled. When the 73rd General Assembly convenes in January, 1963, it will deliberate upon many issues pertinent to the welfare of the state of Illinois. The Illinois Senate should be representative of all the people of our state. In view of this fact. I feel that all'partisan or political considerations must be put aside." Counties in the 52nd distrirt are Boone, McHenry and Lake. PLANE CRASHES AFTER HITTING HIGH LINE WIRE Spring Grove Pilot, Passenger Injured As Aircraft Lands A Spring Grove pilot, Phillip A. Damians, 46, and his passenger. William Stevens, 38. of Wheeling, were injured late Sunday afternoon when their two-passenger plane hit a high line wire as it approached the landing strip at Hebron airport. Damians sustained leg, arm and chest injuries, but was not seriously hurt. He was taken to Memorial hospital in Woodstock for treatment. Stevens" received facial injuries, as well as an injured leg. The plane was badly damaged, b u t fortunately the wreckage did not buret into flame even though there wasevidence of gasoline throughout. Thrown from Plane Authorities •••.aid both men were thrown from the plane, i which continued more than 100 feet before hitting the ground. The wire was nol torn down when hit. but the pilot lost control. Damians, reported to be a student pii , manager of t he ;i' rpo*-«. The sheriffs office investigated the accident. Remember M o t h e r's Day Sunday, May 13. Athletes Presented Trophies ^ Support the Cancer drive in the last days of the current campaign. Rudi J. Studio Photo Above pictured are winners of travelling trophies presented to team members at the annual Rotary sports banquet held for M.C.H.S. athletes last week. Left to right they are Jim Dowhin, wrestling captain, with conference championship trophy; Dan Kinnerk of wrestling squad, holding district conference championship trophy; Dr. Walter George, professor of teacher education at Lawrence college, Appleton, Wis., who was guest speaker: Wayne Latimer, who scored most points on the wrestling squad; Roland Koerper, best scorer on cross country; and Paul Morenz, best free throw scorer in basketball. A number of other trophies could not be awarded in sports which extend into the spring season. However, „they will be given at a later date. Plans for improvements to city streets took up the greater part of the meeting time of the City Council Monday night. Approximately $39,000 has accumulated in the Motor Fuel Tax Fund and the state department has urged that this be used for improvements and maintenance. The MFT funds can be used only on designated arterial streets and can be used only upon approval of plans by the State Highway department. A survey of street conditions and r e c o m m e n d a t i o n s were presented by Alderman Harry Conway, chairman of streets and alleys, and Fred J. Meyer, superintendent of public works. With estimates of costs scrutinized, the Council agreed to spend up to $9,500 from the street and alley fund to improve those streets not eligible under MFT. John ,T. Shay was again appointed as director of civil defense and George M. Whiting was hired as a city employee in the public works department. A request from the Shamrock baseball team to erect a fence along the outfield of the ball diamond at A. P. Freund field was tabled for the present since a great portion of funds available are allocated. Mayor Doherty anno unced that plans for the oral polio vaccine program are moving forward. Doctors and nurses are being contacted to direct the program at the high school on Saturday. May 19. More details will appear next week. Kathleen Young, 11-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence F. Young of 2014 W. Rt. 120, McHenry, who was injured when she was hit by a car early last week, is repoFted improving. " SAURY SCALE APPROVED IN DBTMCT154 Board Recommends Same Schedule For Football Practice At a special meeting of School District 156, held this past week, the salary schedule for teachers was increased. For those with one to five years of exjjerience, it will be 2 per cent, for those from six to nine years, 3 per cent; and from nine t,o fifteen years, 4 per cent. The board also recommended to the football coaches that football practice start at the same time as in past years, since a possible hardship to both coaches and students who have s u m m e r employment might result through a change. Beginning football practice one week earlier would also add to the transportation problems of parents who bring boys in to practice. ^ Action was occasioned because of recent legislation passed by member schools of the Illinois High School association, stating that football practice might start a few days earlier than in past years. This new legislation is not mandatory and therefore no additional practice sessions are required unless deemed necessary by participating schools. In reviewing the recent election in wnich the swimming pool bond issue was defeated, the board wishes to inform voters in District 156 that the taxpayer with an 58,000 assessed valuation would have paid $1.04 a year rather than SI .04 on $1,000 assessed valuation as appeared in one public notice. New Residence Gutted By Fire A costly fire gutted the interior of the Lawrence Pulk residence at 5402 Highland Drive, Pistakee Highlands, last Thursday morning about 8:30 o'clock, resulting in damage of about $10,000. Firemen said Mrs. Pulk noticed sparks fall from* a ceiling light in a bedroom. They immediately set the bedding afire and spread rapidly throughout the room. Although the flames were confined mostly to the one room, the intense heat, smoke and water damaged most of the interior of the house. Although Company 2 was called to assist, Company I at Johnsburg had the fire almosj under control hipon their arrival. < The Pulk residence was a new, one-story home, with basement and basement garage Members of Company I sent the tank truck to Thompson road, sout h of Rt. 120, mid-way between McHenry and Woodstock, Tuesday morning to help Woodstock firemen fight a small barn fire. The building was destroyed, but a large barn and house near it escaped except for some damage due to scorching. ilberts Enroute Home From Wedding When Fatal Crash Occurs A Pistakee Highlands couple returning home from a wedding in Lombard in which their granddaughter had been an attendant, were killed early last Sunday morrning, May 6, in a tragic two-car crash on U.S. Highway 12, a half milq south of Rt. 134, in Lake county. The accident occurred at 1:14 a.m., claiming the lives of Albert F." Gilbert and his wife, Edna, both 71, of 108 Rand road. PROMOTES DAIRY MONTH ( County Board Appn Cise Of Payments Settlem With only a short interim between the postponed April meeting, the board of supervisors were in session Tuesday of this week, although there was a limited amount of business to come before them. A case of long standing was settled when the board agreed to m^ke a payment of $650 as recommended by a federal district judge in the charge of a Crystal Lake resident which resulted from efforts to collect delinquent personal property tax payments. Actual collec t i o n proceedings date back to 1960, when representatives of the collector's office seized the auto of Donald Sheldon for failure to make payment. The latter appealed to the federal district court in Cook county, and among the charges were violation of constitutional rights and assault and battery. He asked $25,000 in his suit. In reviewing the case recently. the judge recommended that the payment of $650 be made and the case against the county dismissed. The board of supervisors approved the recommendation Tuesday. H o w e v e r , t h e c o u n t y may s t i l l seek to collect the delinquent taxes. Sheriff's Report A review of the report from the sheriff's office revealed a notable decrease in expenditures^ in April over the previous month. The board had shown\seme concern at its last meeting that the $10,500 allot ed per month was exceeded by almost $4,000. The patrol expense this month was $668.- 97 compared to $3,700.35 the previous month, while the office expense report dropped from $1,909.34 to $961.17. Fees and fines collected totalled $3,500 for the month. In District 3 (McHenry) there were fif1y-one fees amounting to $122, and fines ^mounting to $317. APRIL 26 CRASH CLAIMS SECOND VICTIM THIS WEEK The accident which took the life of Willard Christensen, 39. «>f Lilyinoor on April 26, claimed another victim Monday night of this week. He was Miles Rowland, 33, of Columbia drive, Lilymoor, who died shortly after 9 o'clock in Hines hospital, of injuries sustained in the same accident. Rowland was driver of the car in which Christensen was a passenger. They were travelling. south on Dowell • road, south of Highway 120. and were attempting to avoid hitting several dogs when the car went out of control. Rowland was transferred later from McHenry to Hines hospital. The familv had resided here for several years. The deceased is survived by his widow, Barbara; two small sons and a sister. Mrs. Carol Reeder, and his parents, all ol Lilymoor. The body was removed to N. Carolina for services. YOUNG CHICAGO MAN INJURED IN GUN ACCIDENT A young Chicago man. Richard Andracki. 21. was treated at McHenry hospital last Saturday fc r an injury sustained when his .22 caliber revolver discharged as he was preparing to shoot at a nearby tree. Andracki and three companions were enjoying a fishing trip in the Bald Knob area at Pistakee Bay when the accident occurred. The Johnsburg rescue squad took him to the local hospital. Witnesses to the Occident were Edward Janrozik.' 23. Ronald Johnson, 19. and Julian Augda, 19, all of Chicago, who explained to the sheriff's office how it occurred. JUNIOR COLLEGE LAY COMMITTEES HEAR REPORTS The |K)ssibility of establishing a junior college in McHenry county for the purpose of making higher education moi-e accessible to youth of the area, is still under discussion. A meeting was scheduled at the court house annex in Woodstock Wednesday night of .this week to obtain a report from various committees representing a junior college lay committee for the county. No plans have been made concerning such an educational institution. Members are approaching the study with an open mind, attempting to determine if there is a need for su>'h a college and whether or not its establishment would be feasible. Representing McHenry are M. L. Schocnholtz on the survey committee; Francis Wirtz on 1 he finance committee and Joseph Gausden, public relations. Also working on committees are Mrs. Walter Murphy and Owen Richardson of Spring Grove. PATRICIA HOGAN Miss Patricia Hogan, Illinois' vivacious 1962 dairy princeiss, offers a glass of milk as a reminder that June Dairy Month is fast approaching. Cold, refreshing milk is a good "pickerupper" and is nutritious, too, Patricia says. Pat, 18. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Hogan, lives on a dairy farm near Ringwood. Miss Hogan will speak liefore the McHenry Rotary on June 14 in observance of Dairy Month. LUNCHEON-FASHION SHOW The Ladies Aid of Zion Evangelical Lutheran church will have a salad bar luncheon and fashion show in the social hall of the church on Wednesday, May 16, starting at noon. COURSE ® %3. $ t The&e are members who completed the first class for radiological instrument operators. Standing, left to right. Roman Bauer, Richard Palmbach, Dennis Leisten, Charles Dietz, Paul Brendle, Thomas Morgan. Stephen Marchi. Henry Leisten, James Bykowski, Sgt. Richard Clark, William Schmidt. Dean Cunat, and Dr. Leslie Krieger. Seated, Mrs. Helen Haynes, John J. Shay, director of McHenry civil defense; Dr. Louis Marchi, director of radiological services; and Mrs. Eleanore Reid. Not shown are Merle Gardiner and Mitchell Przetasznik. who also passed final tfcsts. On Wednesday, May 2, seventeen individuals were graduated from the first course for radiological instrument operators held in McHenry, sponsored by ihc McHenry Area Civil Defense. The'course was taught by Dr. Louis Marchi, who is the director of radiological services for McHenry Civil Defense. If this country is attacked by an enemy power and nuclear weapons are used as a mode of destruction, there would be a hign^ concentration of radiation from the radioac- (Continued on Page 8) CANDY SHOP MOVES Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wirtz have moved their business, Dutch Mill Candies, from Elm street to the new location at 1260 N. Green street, McHcnry. The couple opened their shop a year ago last February, carrying a complete line of cards and gift wrappings in addition to candy. FIRST COMMUNION CLASS A large class received their first Holy Communion at St. Mary's, Catholic church last Sunday morning. According to state police, Gilbert was driving porth on Rt. 12 when another car, travelling south, attempted to pass a third vehicle on a hill. The Gilbert car was struck in the north-bound lane. Both Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert were declared dead upon arrival at Condell Memorial hospital in Libertyville. •. Driver of the car that struck the Gilberts was Robert Leach of Rt. 2, McHenry, who was charged by police with improper lane usage and reckless homicide. Passengers in his car w ere his wife, Pearl Leach, Carl and Wynona Tietz and Dolores Crowe, all of Rt. 2, McHenry. They were taken to McHenry hospital for treatment of injuries. Mr. Leach and Miss Crowe were released on Tuesday and the others were reported improving. The Gilberts were highly respected in Pistakee Highlands, where they were well known in spite of their short residence. They had been making their home in the area since last Aug. 1. Wed 47 Years The couple would have celebrated their forty-eighth wedding anniversary next year. Mr. Gilbert was a retired traffic manager for a branch of General Electric. Both he and his wife were active in the Democratic club of the Highlands, the Pistakee Highlands Improvement association and the American Legion and auxiliary in Chicago. He was a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus. The couple attended St. Peter's church in Spring Grove. They leave two sons, Francis and Eugene,'%f:Lqmbard; four grandchildren ^nd two greatgranddaughters. The bodies will rest at the Williams funeral home, Oak Park, until this (Thursday* morning at 8:30 o'clock, when services will be held at Sacred H e a r t c h u r c h , L o m b a r d , w i t h interment in Queen of Heaven cemetery. DIRECT DIALING EXPECTED IN JUNE AT WONDER LAKE It was announced this week by R. D. Swanson. Richmond commercial manager of General Telephone Company ot Illinois. that installation of the direct distance dialing equipment in Wonder Lake is progressing on schedule. Wonder Lake will be converted to the new Dialing on or about June 17. Hebron and Richmond exchanges will be converted on or about Dec. 2. 1962. Swanson stated that the new fifty pair, 55,120 foot Hebron- Wonder Lake tall cable project. in conjunction with direct distance dialing, should he completed by June 11. The new toll cable will double the si/f of the existing cable facilities between Hebron and Richmond. Miss Isolyn Ka t z e n b e r a, chief operator, and Mr. Swanson. estimated that approximately 50 per cent of all station- to-station toll calls will bo direct dialed. A much higher percentage is desired, and will lie attained as customer familiarization progresses. All person io person, collect, credit card, enterprise, and public pay telephone calls will continue to bp o]>erator handled. "^Police Week is being observed May 13-19. «