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THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "Serving The Cbain-O-Lakes Region Since 1875" Volume 89 -- No. 32 -- $ Sections McHENRY, ILLINOIS, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19. 1963 22 Pages -- 10c Per Copf A busy holiday season was pleasantly interrupted last Thursday evening by the Plaindealer employees to enjoy their annual Christmas dinner and "sociable." The table seemed longer than ever this year-- and we were convinced of it when one of our co-workers introduced us to his wife and forgot our first name. We thought we were fulfilling a useful role, and something like this doesn't help the ego. However we keep telling ourselves that it speaks well for the fact that we're minding our own business and working. The food was tops, and pleased the best appetites we have seen in many a day, but it was the games following that brought us to a point of relaxation and chuckles that made a return to work Friday morning a real trial. "So I Hear" brought us oar heartiest laugh of the evening when he emerged from a most unsuccessful evening of game playing to win--of all things-- a hair dryer. Now he's hoping Santa will leave something in the stocking to nse it on. Hell settle for a wig or toupe if the real thing isn't available! Vote 3 to 1; McHenry Area Has Closer Count It would seem that prospects for the establishment of a community college in McHenry county are dim for the immediate future. Although we have been unable to obtain any comment from -college committee members, there appear to be no further plans to revive plansi in the- months ahead. Those who spent months in preparing a report on the needs and desires of county residents were understandably disheartened by the seeming lack of interest on the' part of more people. This is to be expected in view of the tremendous effort put forth for a cause they so firmly believed to be a "must" for the community. Although the type of college was not to be determined by Saturday's vote, it was our opinion that if a college were to be established, it could only be accomplished successfully in accordance with a plan at least similar to that suggested by the committee. While some other community colleges have proved worthwhile through use of high school facilities, it is doubtful if such a widespread area as McHenry county could produce the type of educational institution acceptable to the majority of the people. For the immediate future, of course, this is not important. McHenry and the county will not have any type of college, not so much because there was no interest but rather, we think, because too many voters felt more immediate needs for their money, in many cases the probability of providing additional facilities at the grade and high school levels. These were the comments that came our way, and should be viewed in this' light, we think, by those who were deep- (Continued on .Page 8) Any prospects for a com-1 munity college in McHenry J county in the near future abruptly came to an end at the polls last Saturday. By a vote of about 3 to 1, the public turned down the college issue, 5,551 to 1,892. It was necessary that a majority of the votes in incorporated and unincorporated areas be taken separately. Although the rural vote was even greater in opposition to the college program, the city vote was only slightly less than 3 to 1. The entire incorporated vote of the county was 1,162 in favor and 3,247 opposed for a total of 4,409. In rural areas, the favorable vote totalled 730 against 2,304 opposed for a total of 3,034. The voting locally showed a much closer count, with 252 in favor and 261 opposed in the urban areas and 351 voting "yes" and 688 "no" in the rural communities. With a possible vote of 48, 000 throughout the county, the 7,443 cast was considered very small, giving indication that there was not any great enthusiasm on the part of many backers of the college or those who opposed it. Local Voting Voting in the McHenry area took place in ten precincts, five of which were in incorporated communities and the others in rural. Voting was as follows in the urban areas: Precinct 10, 184 yes, 149 no; 11, 14 yes, 29 no; 12, 7 yes, 20 no; 13, 34 yes, 32 no; 15, 13 yes, 31 no; unincorporated areas: Precinct 14, 37 yes, 72 no; 16, 56 yes, 62 no; 17, 122 yes, 163 no; 18, 78 yes, 278 no; 19, 57 yes, 113 no. McHENRY RISES TO SECOND PLACE IN COUNTY TAXES For the first time in about a year McHenry jumped into second place in city sales taxes received for one month in the county. For collections in August, based on July taxes, the city was second only to Crystal Lake. The McHenry total was $8,116.93 and Crystal Lake collected $9,223.32. Woodstock slipped into third place with $7,566.48. Other county collections were as follows: Algonquin, $2,- 437.58; Cary $1,969.66; Fox River Grove, $932.01; Harvard, $3,669.95; Hebron, $395.45; Huntley, $1,028.50; Marengo, $ 2 , 5 2 9 . 9 5 ; a n d R i c h m o n d , $817.45. Local payments included Island Lake, $376.61; Lakemoor, $194.17; Spring Grove, $544.05; and Sunnyside, $70.27. The collections represented a tax of one-half per cent on retail sales in municipalities. McHenry county received $8,817.06. WALTER BOLGER RE-NAMED HEAD OF PMA LOCAL Speaker Tells Of Milk Sale Increase During Past Months Walter Bolger of 1304 S. Barreville road, McHenry, was reelected president of the McHenry local of the Pure Milk association at the local's annual meeting and evening dinner in the Legion home in McHenry last Thursday evening. Other officers chosen for the year ahead are Harold Stilling of 711 South Rt. 31, vice-president; and Robert Vogt of 3415 North Riverside Drive, secretary- treasurer. Donald Justen of 4308 W. Ringwood road was named delegate, and alternate is Leo King of 3810 W. McCullom Lake road. Stimulated by increased marketings of milk by Pure Milk association and intensified advertising by the Milk Foundation and Anterican Dairy association, sales of milk for bottling purposes on the Chicago market during the first eight months of this year rose IV2 per cent over the same period a year ago. More Class 1 Milk This was pointed out by A. W. Smithberger, membership and public relations department of the Pure Milk association, at the annual meeting. Smithberger said that P.M.A. marketed 7.4 per cent more Class 1 milk (for bottling purposes) from January through August this year than for the corresponding period of 1962. He stressed that it is the sale of Class I milk that increases the income of Grade A dairy farmers. The guest speaxer emphasized that P.M.A. is expanding its marketing operations and in- (Continued on Page 8) SUBMIT NAMES OF TWO MORE FOR C OF C DIRECTORS Two more names have been submitted hy the nominating committee of the Chamber of Commerce for members of the board. They are Al. Stowel and Jerry Kalk. Previously, the committee had nominated William Nye, Joseph Gausden and James Althoff. From these five names, four will be elected by the general member&ip in January. ® SHOPPERS MAY REGISTER FOR TRIP TO DEC. 23 This weekend is the last opportunity shoppers have to register in participating McHenry stores for an opportunity to win a trip for two to the New York World's Fair next April. There is nothing to buy fei order to enter. A drawing will be made by the Chamber of Commerce in each of the stores taking part on Monday, Dec. 23, from Which the eventual winner will be selected. He or she will be notified by phone that day. Set Ahead Deadlines For Plaindealer Next Two Weeks For the next two holiday issues, the Plaindealer will be printed on Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 24 and Dec. 31. Deadlines will need to be set ahead one day both weeks. Display advertising will be accepted until Monday noon and classified advertising until 5 o'clock Monday night. General news will be taken until 3 o'clock Monday afternoon. Light Displays Judged Dec. 22 If present lighting displays in McHenry and the surrounding area are any indication, judges in the current contest sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce will have a busy evening. Judging will take place within the city and for one mile in each direction from the limits after dark on Dec. 22. Judges will be Mayor Donald P. Doherty, Walter Dean and Marilyn Bacon. Donald Howard is chairman of the contest, for which winners will be named in classes entitled original, religious, elaborate and amusing. In addition to four first prizes, there will be twenty honorable mention prizes in the various categories. An entry blank is available in this issue of the Plaindealer. To be absolutely sure that a lighting display is not missed, residents are urged to fill in the entry and mail. WARNING TO DRIVERS A warning to drivers about the city ordinance forbidding all night parking on streets has been issued by the police department this week. During the season of heavy snow fall it is especially important that the streets be free. COURAGE ASSURES INJURED LAD A HAPPY HOLIDAY Young Billy Lafontaine, 13, of Johnsburg is almost sure to have a merry Christmas in spite of the fact that he seems to be accident prone. Hig courage and fine spirit should assure a happy holiday. The young man suffered his third accident in three and a half years last Sunday afternoon, resulting in a bi'oken leg which had previously been hurt on two occasions. Billy, still on crutches after being struck by a golf club, had put one of them on the sled Sunday afternoon and was just about to slide down hill when he slipped and fell, breaking the weak leg. It was about three and a half years ago that he was injured in a bike accident, the start of all his trouble. Just when things seemed improved, he was •truck in the leg. by a golf club, resulting in bone surgery. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Cletus Lafontaine of 2015 W. Johnsburg road, were hopeful that a check-up this week Tuesday might reveal the good news 1 that Billy could throw away the crutches. But that was before his accident Early Visitor To Santa 1 Lai"' 'stifei' in!" Rudi J. Photo Hundreds of McHenry area youngsters are making daily visits to Santa Claus as he moves from one business district to another in his travelling hut during this preholiday season. Among the first to brave the chilly winds of recent days was pretty Dawn Jirousek, shown sitting on Santa's knee holding one of the gift packages beneath the tree. > THREE FIRES CAUSE EXTENSIVE DAMAGE IN McHENRY COMMUNITY, RESULTING IN URGE LOSSES Medical Men Will Hear Dr. Louis Rubin (Continued on Page 8) The McHenry County Medical society will meet on Dec. 19 at 6:30 p.m. at Martinetti's in Crystal Lake. Dr. Louis Rubin, dermatologist of Rockford, who is on the teaching staff of the University of Illinois, college of Medicine, will speak. His topic is "Dermatological Look-Alikes." The society has applied for membership in the McHenry County Historical society, having approved the principals of that society. Complete your shopping in McHenry this weekend. N Christmas --as happens every year -- Wti rejoice anew in the wonder of that Holy night when a Child was born in a humble manger, bringing hope to all the world. In a season filled with many joys and blessings, may each of us give thanks as we worship in the church of our choice. ^ 1,000th Baby Welcomed 11>> VI* mfw v • x £• '"!£• •' !&'> • *.&?*' "> Sta,. 'Al v M , : ' 4 $k • * $ -e wmmrm rfrft-- 1•, j T9iM l71 • -ji- iff """"/' f"4lfft'- Proud parents of a daughter are James and Andrea Johnson of 307 N. Lily Lake road, McHenry. The mother and infant, who has been named Renee Irene, are shown a day after birth last Friday, Dec. 13, when they were receiving congratulations on Renee being the 1,000th baby born in McHenry hospital. Renee has two sisters and one brother at home, Susan, F'/2; James Jr., 6;.and Laurie, 3. The first baby was born in the local hospital in May of 1961, when the obstetrical department was first opened. St. Mary's Catholic At St. Mary's Catholic church, McHenry, there will be a solemn high Mass at midnight on Christmas Eve in the church and a low Mass in Mary chapel. Low Masses in the church Christmas Day will be at 6:30, 8, 9:30, 10:45 and noon, and also at 9:45 and 11 o'clock in the chapel. Confessions preceding Christmas will be on Monday, Dec. 23, from 3 to 4 and from 7 to 8; also Tuesday, Dec. 24, from 3 to 5 p.m. Zion Lutheran A number of special programs and services are being planned at Zion Evangelical Lutheran church in the holiday season. Zion Sunday School will present two Christmas programs, the nursery-primary departmant on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 22, at 4 p.m. and on Christmas Eve at 7 o'clock, the pageant prepared by the juniorsenior department.. There will also be a special candlelight service on Dec. 24 at 11:30 o'clock. The Christmas day service has been scheduled for 9 a.m. On Sunday, Dec. 29, two services will be held at 7:45 and 10:30 a.m. The newly elected officers will be inducted into their respective offices during the latter service. There will be no Sunday School sessions on Dec. 29. The first service of 1964 will be held New Year's day at 9 a.m. An invitation is extended to worship at Zion Lutheran church. St. Patrick's St. Patrick's Catholic church will have a solemn Mass at midnight on Christmas Eve, for which the adult choir has chosen to sing "Christmas Carol Mass." This will be preceded by the singing of carols. The singers will be heard in "Adeste Fidelis" at the offertory and "Joy to the World" as the congregation leaves in the early hours of Christmas morning. •" Other Masses on Christmas day will be at 7, 8, 9, 11 and noon, low; and at 10 o'clock a sung Mass by the children's choir. St. Paul's Episcopal At St. Paul's Episcopal church, there will be Eucharist and sermon on Christmas Eve at 11:30 o'clock, followed Christmas day by low Masses at 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. Confessions on Dec. 24 will be heard from 7:30 to 8:30 o'clock. Community Methodist The cantata, 'The Heavenly Child," by Bernard Hamblen, will be sung by the senior choir at both services. 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 22. John Leighty will direct, with Mrs. Leighty at the organ. Members will be received at the 11 o'clock service Sunday, Dec. 22. There will be a reception following the service. There will be two Christmas Eve candlelight services held I (Continued on Page 8) Considerable property damage was reported in the McHenry area because of fires this past week. Most serious of the three conflagrations was at the summer home belonging to Joanne Schwaeenland at 5109 Leeside street, between Pistakee Hills and Pistakee Highlands. A neighbor noticed flames rising from the house as he returned home about 11:30 last Thursday night and turned in the alarm. However, the fire was so far out of control by that time, members of Company I and II were unable to save the structure. Damage was estimated at $9,000. The fire started at the rear of the home, according to Fire Chief Ed. Justen, and spread throughout the structure. Tv/o other summer homes, one on either side of the Schwaeenland house, were scorched, with damage estimated at $200 to each. They belonged to O. Hermann and John Bachar. Damage To Home On Friday morning, members of Company I were called to the Clarence Harkins residence in Woodlawn Park to extinguish a fire in the kitchen. Mr. Justen said a candle had been'but in the oven to soften and the door left open. The candle became too hot and caught fire, the flames spreading through the door and causing damage to the walls and appliance. Damage was estimated at about $600. (Continued on Page 8) COUNCIL ACTS TO CLARIFY CITY ZONING RULES Clarification of points fal McHenry's zoning ordinance was made by the City Council Monday night following a heat* ing and recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals. A specific question arose*1 some weeks ago when application was made to conduct a dancing class for children in a room below the main floor ini p building zoned for business. The ordinance provided for such classification above the main floor, but did not proviAi for basement useage. The new amendment now permits such use, but careffcl inspection of exits and other conditions still prevail. The Zoning Board also clarified annexation procedure, making it clear that any land annexed to the city shall be held to be in an undeveloped state. It was pointed out that statutes provide that the city cannot designate a zoning classification before the land is anneked. A resolution completing the city's participation in the Elm street improvement made last summer. The city had originally appropriated $15,000 from the Motor Fuel Fund. Final figures brought the city's share to $40,860.32. Under agreement, the state deducts approximately $1,700 each month from the city's allotment until full payment has been made. Cinders Campaign Success The anni al Cinders for Safety ca lpaign conducted by the McHenry Jaycees was most successful. William Carroll was chairman of the project MANY ACCIDENTS ARE CAUSED BY R J , , SLIPPERY ROADS Condemnation Land Case Back In Court Hospitalize Several Following Crashes In McHenry Area Hubert H. Smith of 3907 W. John street, local businessman, and his wife, Lorraine, are improving from injuries sustained last Wednesday evening in an auto accident which occurred a mile east of Thompson road on Rt. 120. Sheriff's police said their car was struck by another vehicle driven by Lorraine Prushinski ot Wonder Lake, who was in the wrong lane of traffic. She was ticketed for wrong lane usage. All three were taken to Memorial hospital for treatment. Mr. Smith will be confined to the hospital for' some time, suffering a broken jaw, fractured wrist, and numerous other injuries and had several teeth knocked out. Mrs. Smith was less seriously hurt and was able to return home with an injured leg. Later that evening, about 8:30 o'clock, two vehicles driven by Lawrence W. Johnson of McHenry and William (Continued on Page 8) The board of Hi..,h School District 156 learned from Supt. Carl Buckner at their meeting Tuesday evening that the condemnation suit involving property where McCracken field now stands is back in court. Action has been initiated by the Dorr Ander^ns of McHenry, who owned ue land. The school district was awarded the property by previous action of the court, but the Andersons refused to accept payment set by the court and the money has been held in escrow. Now the case is back in the circuit court of appeals. Action on purchase ?of a freight elevator was postponed in ord^r to receive more bids. Only one was turned in and this was not opened pending the outcome of a request for additional bids. • At the time the last addition was made to the school, a shaft was constructed, but for1 the sake of economy, the board deferred., buying the elevator. Discussion continued on establishing a policy in regard to sabbatical leaves either for study or travel. No decision was made. Make Reports Helen Curran and Nancy Nichols attended the meeting and presented a report on the progress within their departments to the board. Miss Curran is the new curriculum coordinator and Miss Nichols is reading specialist for the two districts. William Hutchinson distributed to the board brochures he had prepared concerning the wrestling program. Francis Fisher, a faculty member, was added to the coaching staff as trade assistant. Mr. Buckner reported that the Rotary club had decided not to sponsor the all-sports banquet this year, and the fate of this annual event is undecided at this time. A re-inspection report from the Underwriters. Inspection Bureau was made available, showing no specific recommqndations.