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"Serving The Chain-O-Lakes Region Since 1875" Volume 88 -- No. 11 -- 3 Sections McHENRY, ILLINOIS. THURSDAY. JULY 26. 1962 Vacations have been described in many ways. As we sil behind a typewriter for the first time in a week we have thought of such titles as "An Abrupt Ending to a Pleasant Short Story," or possibly "A Return to Alarm Clock Living." We have heard others describe it in even less glowing terms. There is much to be said for the quiet vacation. It may not put you on Cloud 9 for a limited time, but neither is the return from the less billowy substance so difficult. . Probably the best thing to be said for lazy living as opposed to exciting travel is the absence of alarm clocks and the ability to turn a deaf ear to a telephone. We tried both and found each rewarding. After several days of absence from activities surrounding us, we found there was some reluctance to answer the persistent alarm to do even a few of the -things necessary if one is to regard days away from the office as vacation. This first deviation from the normal routine of resting took us on a boat ride which did what it has always done in the past -- remind us that McHenry is pretty fortunate to be located on the Fox river, then wonder why we can't have a return to excursion rides such as were possible many years ago. The famed lotus beds in the Chain 'O Lakes may have been the initial attraction, but just the relaxation of leisurely riding by the many beautiful homes facing the river should be sufficient to attract local residents and visitors alike. At least it was enough years ago, and it seems we have not yet reached the point of "a boat for every family," which might discourage an enterprising businessman from such a venture. The lake area is one to be proud of it, and what better way to display it to others! 18 Pages -- 10c Per Copy Honor Mayme Buss For Long Service To City Kotalik Studio Photo Miss Mayme Buss is shown looking over a resolution presented to her by the City Council last Thursday night at the McHenry Country club in recognition of Miss Buss' outstanding service to McHenry as city collector. Others pictured, from left to right, are City Clerk Earl R. Walsh, whose office has taken over the duties formerly haftdled by Miss Buss; Mayor Donald P. Doherty and Edward Buss, Chamber of Commerce president and a nephew of the honoree. While most clubs count ,the winter season as busiest, at least one -- McHenry Kiwanis -- finds the summer equally absorbing of members' time and interests. Already making plans for a second visit to the local CCCC camp to entertain the handicapped children, they are also looking ahead to a joint meeting of the Kiwanis and Rotary boards at the Ray Mc- Gee home next Tuesday. Then on Sept. 2 will be the popular Kiwanis pancake day at the Legion home, and later that same month, Peanut day. As usual, all proceeds of these events will be used for worthwhile activities, mostly in behalf of programs benefitting Children, and 100 per cent of the money remains (in the home community. While some club members were at the Crippled Children's camp last week Wednesday, Virgil PoUock represented the club at the Division 20 Kiwanis play day at DeKalb. During the caucus, Floyd Eckert of Woodstock was nominated for lieutenant governor for the district. With tornadoes reported on all sides in recent weeks, there is little doubt but that we are in the midst of the season for the most violent and spectacular storms produced by nature. Since panic often seizes those unfortunate enough to be in their path, it seems timely to repeat the experts' suggestions for action when one is expected. Since tornadoes usually move in a northeasterly direction at 25 to 40 miles an hour, these experts say to move at right angles to its path. Tf there isn't time to escape, lie flat on the ground, facing down, in the nearest ditch or ravine, or if possible get into a culvert. At home, without benefit ot a cyclone cellar, the southwest corner of the basement usually offers the greatest safety. The tornado season starts in June and ends in November. Names selected for this year's storms are Alma. Becky. Celia Daisy, Ella, Flossie, Gretta, Hallie. Inez. Judith, Kendra. Lois. Marshal, Noreen, Orpha. Patty, Rena, Sherry, Thora. Vicky, Wilma -- but then the weather observers hope they never reach this number. We understand John Shav, McHenry's director of civil defense. is hospitalized this week following an illness which (Continued on Page 8^ Forty-one years of service to the city of McHenry under nine mayors is the unusual record of Miss Mayme Buss, who was honored by city officials last Thursday night. Miss Buss retired last spring From duties as city collector in connection with acceptance of water payments, but has continued her work pertaining to parking meter collections. Twenty members of the City Council and other city officials attended the gathering, and also Miss Buss' nephew. Edward Buss, president of the Chamber of Commerce, and her sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs. George Kane. Following dinner, the evening was spent in reminiscing on the honoree's outstanding service to her home city and some of the unusual occurrences during the forty-one years she was collector. Presents Resolution Mayor Donald P. Doherty presented her with a resolution from the city, recognizing in a fitting manner the service extended, after which former Mayor George Freund recalled Miss Buss' work during his long term of office. During her. year's with the city, she worked under nine mayors, including the above mentioned. Others were Simon Stofl'el, Frank Wattles, Dr. D. G. Wells, Peter Doherty, Peter W. Frett, John Knox and R. I. Overton. The evening was one filled with memories which will be treasured long into the future by Miss Buss, who so faithfully served her townspeople for many years. ARREST SPRING GROVE MAN FOR ATTEMPTED THEFT Neighboring Spring Grove '"ame in for its share of publicity early this week when Arthur Loser, 30. a resident -f the community, was arrested by Sgt. Henry Nulle and Deputy Sheriff Donald Madsen. He was held under $10,000 bond in Woodstock and later released to Chicago police, where he was wanted in connection with an attempted robbery of a restaurant in which one bandit was slain by a policeman who was offduty. The fatally wounded man was Gerald Girup, 27, and later his companion who fled was identified as Loser. The latter offered no resistance to sheriff's police, and it was later reported that Loser admitted to Chicago authorities that he was with Girup when he was killed. The fatal shooting occurred Thursday when an attempt was made to rob a Northwest side restaurant. The robbery was thwarted when the offduty policeman, Edward Bredberg. 42, sitting in a booth, fired on the two. After Chief Deputy Dowd received a tip from Chicago Saturday that Lose,r lived in Spring Grove, deputies maintained a constant watch of the j residence and seized him when ' he arrived home Sunday. | Loser is said to have led a j cab crusade to Washington in j recent months to protest a I ruling of Mayor Daley stopping i suburban cabs from picking i up fares at O'Hare airport. Young Diver Seriously Hurt Merlin Dale Burlack, 17. young Wonder Lake youth who dived into shallow water last Wednesday afternoon, remained in traction this week in Lutheran General hospital. Park Ridge. He was unable to talk over a phone in his room, and his nurse said she could not give? further information regarding his condition. However, she did disclose that his condition was such that the family had remained 'with him most of Tuesday. The young man was critically injured when he dived from a pier into shallow water at Shore Hills beach. He was rushed *o tVIcHenry hospital by the Wondjr Lake rescue squad, and later transferred to the Park Ridge hospital. It was reported that immediately following the accident there was some paralysis of the lower extremities, and there was fear that he may have suffered a spinal injury. The youth was saved from drowning by other swimmers in the area. Large Loss In Store Burglary Thieves broke into the Cardinal Food and Liquor store at 5313 E. Wonder Lake road sometime late Monday night or early Tuesday and took a variety of items, the value of which had not yet been estimated oh Wednesday. Entrance was gained by breaking glass in an overhead door sometime after 9:30 p.m. Monday, and the loot was carried out through a back door. Included among the items taken were five boxes of cigars, two beverage coolers, fourteen cartons of cigarettes, sixty-one fifths of liquor, thirty half pints and twelve pints of whiskey, nineteen quarts of wine, twenty-five pair of sun glasses and a quantity of tobacco and gum. The store is owned by Paul and Stephen Vacula. Enter Home The sheriff's office has also been investigating a burglary at the home of Dr. Preston Wolfe at Rt. 1, Spring Grove, which was discovered when the family returned home at 10 o'clock Monday evening. Included in the articles stolen were a portable television, electric razor and a record player. Entrance was made by taking off a hook on a screen door of the patio and breaking glass in the rear door of the home. KIWANIANS SPEND HEART WARMING DAY AT CAMP It was a heart warming experience for members of McHenry Kiwanis club last week when they visited the Chicago Club for Crippled Children at Riverdale subdivision, taking with them a variety of entertainment features designed to amuse the little ones for an entire afternoon. It was difficult to say which held the attraction for them the big electric train, the boat rides, pony rides or the very funny clown who entertained with his antics. Another program of special treats similar to this will be offered another group of children at the camp cn Aug. 8. The previous Monday, club members installed a flag pole at the camp, donated by local businessmen, and on Wednesday an impressive ceremony was held when Loretta Homo representing the Legion auxiliary. presented a flag to the club. FIVE YOUNG MCHS GRADUATES WIN SCHOLARSHIPS Supt. of Public Instruction George T. Wilkins this week announced the names of thirty- eight graduates of high schools in McHenry county who have been awarded teacher education scholarships. Of these, five were McHenry high school graduates, Richard Himpelmann, Tiina Keerberg, Karen Gerda Lindwall, Sue Watkins and Robert Stange. The scholarships entitle candidates to enter teacher training at five state universities. They must have graduated in the upper half of their class. HEAR PROPOSED PLANS FOR COONEY HEIGHTS PROJECT On Monday night of this week a group of property owners gathered in the American Legion home for a puolic hearing concerning the special assessment project to provide sanitary sewer facilities for Cooney Heights area, James street and other locations. The meeting was changed from the city hall in order to accommodate the large crowd. Notices were mailed to all owners of property abutting, the proposed mains, but perhaps not more than half of the owners on record were present. Mayor Doherty, who is president of the Board of Local Imp rovement, opened the meeting and introduced Jim Rakow of W. A. Rakow and Associates to explain the proposed plans as engineered by his firm. Attorney John E. Looze then explained the legal procedure and financing of the project. A very orderly question and answer period followed and the meeting closed with the feeling that the project will proceed as fast as statuatory requirements will permit. NIGHT ALARM FAILS TO REVEAL DAMAGE AT SCHOOL Girl's Portrait Award Winner Starting July 1 and continuing through August, the Chicago Camera club salon is being exhibited on the first floor of the Chicago public library in the loop. Sandy Hastings of 3908 W. Clearbrook. is represented by a portrait taken by Philip J. Malmstedt, president of the West Suburban Camera club of Hinsdale. The portrait won an award in the annual judging- which included entries from all of the camera clubs in the Chicago area. There were 250 entries in this competition and Sandy's portrait was one of only ten awards given. Mr. Malmstedt also won two other awards for his pictures of three sailboats on Lake Geneva and a French Restaurant in New Orleans. Many local residents will remember the photographer, who worked at the Ringwood plant of Morton Chemical for seven years. Variety Events Of '62 County Fair Highlighted By Crowning Of Queen An unidentified caller phoned city police about 1:25 Monday morning to notify them that the alarm at the high school was ringing. Supt. Carl Buckner was called, and upon arrival at the school found one of the lower front doors had been broken. Glass in another location was also broken, turning on the alarm. Investigation disclosed no sign of damage or of anything missing. CITY ELECTION McHenry residents will go to the polls in two McHenry precincts at a special election on Aug. 17 to name two aldermen to fill unexpired terms. Joseph Etten seeks the post in Ward 1, where voting will be at the city hall. Lawrence J. Huck, Jr., has filed in Ward 3, where voting will take place at A. S. Blake Motors, Inc. FINISH WORK ON NON-ARTERIAL ROADS JH.0IY Siate Studies Plans For Improvement With MFT Funds WONDER LAKE FIREMEN PLAN FOR CARNIVAL Five Entries To Date Seek Miss Wonder Lake Title DOLLAR DAYS McHenry Dollar Days will ije held Friday and Saturday, Aug. 10 and 11. William J. Nye is chairman of - Dollar 1 Day arrangements. W o n d e r L a k e ' s v o l u n t e e r firemen will hold their annual carnival this weekend, July 27, 28, and 29. This event is eagerly awaited by all local residents not only because of the fun. games, prizes, clowns, etc.. but because on the last night of the carnival some lucky teenaee girl will be chosen Miss Wonder Lake. This year the judging will be done from a woman's viewpoint, and the judges should be well versed in beauty and charm since they are among »he area's loveliest young ladies themselves. The judges will be Patricia Hogan of Ring- (Continued on Page 8) Interest And Enthusiasm Are Ingredients Of Good C. of C. In last week's Plaindealelr there was a conspicuous absence of anyjreport on the scheduled general luncheon meeting of the McHenry Chamber of Commerce. Why? Because an apparent lack of interest on the part of all but seven members resulted in cancellation of the meeting. The city's Chamber of Commerce is the one organization formed to include all business and professional men of the community and designed to accomplish one objective -- the furtherance of business and the promotion of programs in the best interest of its members and the community progress it fosters. There is no doubt that the aims are worthwhile, or that much can be accomplished by a wholehearted cooperation of the membership. This leaves only one ingredient to spoil a very tasty recipe which could do much for the city's progress, and that is lethargy on the part of those who have most to gain by their support. Some months ago the C. of C. acquired new officers, including a new president who has somehow managed to retain an enthusiasm for the future in spite of the fact that the odds have been against him. It seems hardly reasonable to hope for success by assigning the time consuming task of heading such an important organization to one who is willing to act, and then refuse to give him the one necessary tool, in the way of cooperation, to do so. A Chamber of Commerce should head the list of a city's important organizations since its effectiveness has such a strong influence on local economy. Keeping this in mind, how can any farsighted businessman afford to withhold his support? The enthusiasm of officers and a few faithful members has convinced them that neglect rather than a real lack of interest has been responsible for failure to cooperate. They still hope that a reminder of the importance of their organization will be all that is necessary to instill that certain spark necessary to give impetus to McHenry's Chamber. The best time to ignite that spark would seem to be Tuesday, Aug. 7, when members are invited to a board luncheon meeting at noon at the Starlight restaurant. The admission ticket is only a sincere desire to see the C. of C. emerge as an energetic organization pledged to fulfilling its worthy aims. McHenry's street department has been busy this summer repairing damage caused by last winter's severe weather, and at this time all work on nonarterial roads has been completed. These include streets in the Country Club subdivision and several others in various parts of the city. Motorists have found driving east of McHenry on Rt. 120 much more pleasant this past week since a new surface was placed on the highway. To the south, work has also been accomplished to imprqve Barreville road. Plans for arterial roads within the city are now in Springfield and await approval to be improved through use of Motor Fuel Tax funds. These include Green from Elm to Pearl, Pearl from Green to Riverside Drive; Washington from Court to Riverside Drive; John from Front to Country Club drive; and Green from the Boone creek bridge to Main. The entrances to Third street at Waukegan and Elm will be curbed and blacktopped and will have gutters installed. The balance of this load, which is being improved to alleviate the traffic problem, will be graded, gravelled and m^de dust-free. Install Signs Other city improvements include installation this week of fifteen new street signs, part of a continuing program of the city to replace signs which are in most need of repair. The only new building noted since the last report on construction is the one on Front street, on the west side, which will be the new home of Althoff Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning. Completion is expected in early fall. On Monday afternoon of this week Mayor Donald P. Doherty and Supt. of Public Works Fred Meyer met with businessmen from Main street to discuss the proposed purchase of property west of McHenry Tire Mart for a parking lot. Used for many years for this purpose, the lot was closed in recent weeks and has caused something of a parking problem in the area. YOUNG PEOPLE HURT IN TWO OR CRASHES Auto Forced From Highway 120 Rolls Over Three Times Two young people suffered cuts which required stitches to close when a car in which they were riding left the road and overturned about 6 o'clock last Sunday evening on Rt. 31, just south of McHenry. Harold Foss, 19, of Lakemoor was driving north on the highway when his car approached an unidentified woman driver from the south. She had just passed three other cars, and when Foss realized she would be unable to pull back into line, he swerved to the shoulder of the road, losing control. The car overturned three times before coming to a stop. The other driver continued on. Mary Sohm, 15, of Chicago suffered shoulder cuts that required fifteen stitches, and her brother, Dick, had several stitches in his elbow. Foss and two other passengers, Edward Steadman and Donald Kibbe, of Lakemoor sustained only minor injuries. Frederick Niedzwiedz, 18, of Chicago sustained only minor injuries Saturday night when the tie rods on his car broke and it went out of control while driving on Green street. The auto went over the sidewalk, struck one decorative boulder in the yard of William Marticke, tore up a piece of grass and carried another boulder a distance on the car. The auto proceeded into the neighboring property of the Gunnar Walinders, where several bushes were knocked down. The young driver told city authorities he was driving south on Green street about 7 o'clock in the evening when the rods broke and the accident occurred. Niedzwiedz was taken to McHenry hospital for treatment of injuries. Cars driven by two McHenry men collided Saturday night about two miles east of Rt. 120, but only property damage was recorded. Roger J. May was travelling FORMER SENATOR TO SPEAK FOR GOP CLUB AT McHENRY Former State Sen. Robert McClory of Lake Bluff, Republican nominee for Congress in the new 12th Congressional district, will speak to the Young Republican Organization of McHenry County Saturday. August 11. Ross A. Kitchen, Marengo, president of McHenry County Young Republicans, said the meeting will begin at 8 p.m. in the Chapel Hill Country club. The public is invited. County members will have their job outlined in the forthcoming campaign. The task •)f getting voters registered is >ne key area in which they will work hard. Also on the agenda are plans for a membershin drive and a discussion of future events. All interested persons between 18 and 35 are invited to join. Kitchen said a "corn boil" is planned for August's event. Plans go forward in anticipation of the annual McHenry County Junior Fair, which opens Thursday, Aug. 2, and continues through the following Sunday, Aug. 5. The program of activities discloses a variety of events which should provide as great an interest for the city dweller as for the rural resident. In addition, it is a program which provides well distributed portions of entertainment, information and excitement for the thousands of folks expected to attend. Carefully groomed, strikingly beautiful young women from throughout McHenry county will provide the main attraction at the opening night of the fifteenth annual fair on Aug. 2. McHenry's entry is lovely dark-haired, dark-eyed Gail Marquart. An entertaining program, with free grandstand, will form the backdrop for the 1962 Miss McHenry County contest, set for 8 p.m. at the fairgrounds east of Woodstock. Point totals in judging are scaled to place special emphasis on beauty and figure, for the winner of this contest will enter the Illinois county fair queen contest in January. Plan Final Judging Ten girls, ranging in ages from 17 to 19, have undergone the first round of judging. Now they prepare for. the final round of appearing in formals and swim suits before the same judges who studied the young women on July 16. Finalists will return for a session of answering two questions -- a serious question and a humorous one, for while Miss McHenry County must be beautiful and possess a striking figure, she must also haVe' a quality of poise and personality that projects across the footlights. The winner will receive a personal trophy, a $100 wardrobe and a tiara. Second and third place winners will also receive wardrobes. Jimmy Olson, a professional entertainer, will serve as master of ceremonies. Various entertainment will take place during lulls in the contest. 4-H Exhibits Miscellaneous and 4-H garden exhibits will be on exhibit in the horticulture building at the fair. No one will want to miss this less publicized but highly interesting part of the (Continued on Page 8) (Continued on Page 8) -Junior Style Pretty, blonde Darlene Jensen, right front, was named queen of McCuilom Lake at the annual village carnival held last weekend. Pictured with her In front is third place winner, Terri Wilson. In the back row are Dierdre Levesque, the 1960 Miss McCuilom Lake. left, and the runner-up in this year's contest, Margie Olsen. COURTESY BOAT EXAM WILL BE GIVEN ON RIVER An official boat examiner will give a courtesy motorboat examination to any boat jwner on Wednesdays or Saturdays between the hours of 2 and 5 o'clock if owners will bring their craft to the boat docks at Snug Harbor. The examination is free as a courtesy of the U. S. Coast Guard auxiliary. A 1962 safety sticker will be awarded to each boat passing legal requirements, and this identifies the craft and owner as dedicated to safety on local waterways. Miles E. Barry is examiner for the Coast Guard auxiliary. Tears sprang to the eyes of lovely blonde blue-eyed Darlene Jensen as the announcement came over the loud s p e a k e r l a s t S a t u r d a y n i g h t that she was the new "Miss McCuilom Lake." The verdict J of t he judges was made by i John Fox before a crowd of j hundreds who watched the ! pageant at the McCuilom. Lake | beach. Six-year-old Darlene is the eldest of three daughters j and one son of Mr. and Mi's, j Leonard Jensen, Jr., of 4903 W. | Parkview. Second place was j awarded to brown-eyed, blonde Margie Olsen, the only daugh- I ter of Mr. and Mrs. Ole Ol- : sen. Charming five-year-old Terri J. Wilson, whose parents 1 are Joyce and Ronald Wilson. (Continued on Pag* 8) #