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'VJ- < "' 1 With all plans complete for this Sunday's Fiesta Day parade and Drum Corps Magic, all McHenry needs is fine weather. This year's parade will jbe bigger than ever. Float entries are still coming in and it it expected there will be over twenty-five floats in the parade. " ;-V. .- X'-..-) >!Szt Welcome. Gtoiudi tf-ie&ta jbcui In addition to the musical units including the Air Force Academy Drum Corps from Colorado Springs and the United States Navy Band from Great Lakes, there are some twenty other marching groups; Parade Route The parade will begin promptly at 2 p.m. at the railroad station, proceed on Main street to Green street and then north to Elm street, "(lit. 120). It will again turn north on Riverside drive and end up at the city park. Signs will be posted along the parade route asking people jiot to park in those areas from 12:30 until the parade ends. Beth Glysing and her court will be in the parade as well as all of the McHenry county queen candidates. Officials from various cities and the county will attend Mc- Henry's annual fiesta celebration. On Saturday night, July 18, the VFW Men of Brass drum corps will sponsor their first fiesta fling. It will be at the VFW post home and start at 10 p.m. Proceeds from the dance will go toward the Men of 'Brass travel fund. Plan to make a day of it in McHenry on the 19th, besides the regular places for relaxation and fine food, the Jaycees will be serving chicken in the city park between noon and six and Legion and VFW post homes will be serving food from 3:30 p.m. until six. Drum Corps Magic At McCracken Field that same night the Sixth Annual :Drum Corps Magic Show will be held at 7 p.m. The colors will be presented by the Lakemoor Scouts, this year's state VFW Junior drill team champs. The show will feature the national champion Cavaliers in competition as well as the Royal Airs, the Norwood Imperials, <the Chicago Vanguard, 'Racine Kilts and the Ottawa Cruaad* „ers. On exhibition that same evening will be the state VF\V champions from McHenry, the Men of Brass senior drum corps, the United States Air Force academy drum corps and the host corps the American Legion McHenry Viscounts. Crown Little Miss Peanut ! ' MS'i' !:i:!P: if'iillPP®"1 mtIMm Rudi J. Photo Personable Deborah Lynn Bellino, 6-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Bellino, 309 N. Crestwood, McHenry, was chosen Little Miss Peanut from a group of twenty little girls. Deborah Lynn is shown receiving her crown from last year's winner, Holly Palmbach. The contest, sponsored by the Kiwanis club, was held in the American Legion home Tuesday night with Ann Varese, Van Sells and Larry Lund actings as judges. Little Miss Bellino was judged for her poise, personality and pertness. She will attend first grade in St. Mary's school next fall. In second place was Terri Beth Doherty, 6 years old, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Doherty. The third place winner was Cathy Lee Caldwell, 7, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Caldwell. Deborah Lynn is now eligible to compete in the sectional contest in Chicago. From there the winner will go to the national one in New York. £ y 'py ^ I'/ it ?"' A The recent gambling investigation in McHenry county seems to hold continuing interest for observers -- especially those outside the area who are pointing an accusing finger. Discovery of dust-covered slot machines packed in boxes in a warehouse in the Woodstock community last week renewed talk of the area probe. Within our own cdunty there seem to be mingled feelings concerning the entire procedure. Honest citizens are quick to admit that the two-day hearing in the county seat in June disclosed enough information to indicate that gambling bigger than small-town bingo games exists now, and has existed for some time. Most of them are also in agreement that if these hearings were necessary in order for action, there is no argument but "that they should have been held. The only reservation in their thinking comes from a community loyalty which resents smug accusations aimed at one small area which admittedly is surrounded by other counties and cities which, at least until now, have been able to keep their dirt nicely hidden "under the rug". Since it is quite evident by the hearings that slot machines have been used here and there throughout the county for some time, it is a little hard to understand the furor created by the discovery of a few machines placed far from the public eye and deeply covered with dust. In view of testimony at the hearings, any circumstances surrounding their placement would seem like "peanuts" compared to the really important evidence produced. Some of us would like to see a way to differentiate between big time gambling and the variety intended to provide amusement and raise a little money for worthwhile community pro- County Fair Opens Aug. 6 The McHenry County Fair, coming up Aug. 6-7-8-9 at the fair grounds in Woodstock, will be the result of year long efforts on a voluntary basis by many dedicated McHenry County 4-H leaders and fair workers. This fair was reorganized 16 years ago as a "Junior Fair", which means that all agricultural and home economics exhibits fall under the 4-H or open class, open only to people under age 21. Each person buying a season ticket to the McHenry County Fair becomes a member of the fair association and has one vote for directors at the annual fair association meeting in the fall. One director is elected for each township; these directors in turn elect five directors at large and together all directors elect their own officers. Mrs. Karen Jepson, Ringwood, is employed as office secretary to help coordinate the overall program. Monthly meetings are held throughout the year to plan the fair. . Among the 1964 directors from townships in this area are Burton, Russell Rudolph; McHenry, Charles Weingart; Nunda, Carl Laufer; and Richmond, Mike Kane; GEORGE FREUND SOLOIST FRIDAY AT BAND CONCERT THE MCHENR WSE! G THE GHAIN'O-LA "> Volume 90 -- No. II -- 3 Sections McHENRY, ILLINOIS, THURSDAY, JULY 16, 1964 20 Pages -- 10c Per Copy School 15 Approves Contracts Of Free New Teacher George Freund, Jr., will sing "Hello Dolly" and "The Nearness Of You" at the fifth concert of the summer season to. he given Friday, July 17, in the city park between 7:30 and 8:30 pjn. Other selections played by the City Stage Band directed by Stanley Vycital will be "Jersey Bounce," "What Is This Thing Called Love", "Begin The Begui'ne", "Sophisticated Swing", "Medley From The Music Man", "Plush Reeds", "Flamenco" and "Smoke Rings". (Continued on Page 8) Attend Drum Corps Magic at McCracken Field Sunday Sunday night at 7 p.m. Cite Several Accidents In McHenry Area Harry R. Ellwanger, 31, of Capron, became the county's thirteenth traffic fatality early Saturday morning, July 11, when the car he was driving east on Route 173 left the road and struck a guard rail. He was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. Other Accidents According to a report from the sheriff's office cars driven by Theresa Sweeney of McHenry and John B. Ryan of Chicago collided Friday afternoon on route 120 one mile east of McHenry. Ryan was cited by the sheriff patrol for failure to have his car under control. Harold Meyer of McHenry was reported to have escaped with minor cuts and bruises when his car was forced off the highway by another vehicle. The accident took place Saturday evening on Highway 120, two miles west of Highway 31. Two people were reported injured in an accident Saturday when vehicles driven by John Barber of McHenry and John J. Allen of rural Antioch collided on route 12, one quarter of a mile west of its intersection with Spring Lake road. Allen, who sustained injuries in the accident, was cited by the sheriff's patrol for failure to yield the right of way. A. V. Freund, North Park street and Clarence Johnson of Maple street, Crystal Lake, were involved in an accident on Pearl street at Green on July 11. There were no injuries, just property damage. The accident was investigated by Officer Murray. On the same day, July? 11, officer Pearson investigated an accident with only property damage between Kenneth E. Salem, Lawrence, Mass., and Paul J. Gonzales, 7616 Arbor road, Wonder Lake. The accident took place at Elm street and Riverside Drive. Bicyclist Injured David Wohnrade, 6, son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Wohnrade of Lakeland Shores, received a badly broken arm and bruises when he was involved in an accident on Meadow Lane in Lakeland Park last Thursday afternoon about 4 o'clock. David was riding his bicycle in front of two trucks owned by Ladd Enterprise. The first truck driver honked his horn and David probably became confused and was thrown from his bike just as the second truck driver hit the bicycle. Fortunately for David his ininjuries were not more serious. Ho was taken to the McHenry hospital where surgery was performed on his arm. He is now home recuperating. Robert Becker of 3109 Crescent avenue, McHenry, escaped injury last week Wednesday evening when he struck a utility pole at the corner of Waukegan road and Borden streets. City police said Becker was travelling east on Waukegan road when an animal ran in front of his auto. In attempting to avoid it, Becker's car left the road and hit the pole, causing damage to his car. MOTOR FUEL sTAX McHenry's share of the Motor Fuel tax paid into the state treasury during June amounted to $32,929. COUNTY BOARD MEMBERS HOLD BUSY SESSION The regular meeting of School District No. 15 was held Monday night, July 13. The monthly financial report of the final budgetary report of the 1963-64 school year were presented to the board. Teaching contracts were approved for Eloise Leighty, B.A. Degree, to teach fifth grade at Landmark; Eunice Zager, third grade at Edgebrook; Carole Bertacchi, B.A. Degree, seventh grade language Arts at junior high school; and Claudyne Kopan, reading specialist, B.A. degree. The resignations of Esta Stelzriede, Ruth A. Mead, Robert McCurdy and Nancy J. Nichols were accepted. """'•The staff for District 15 is not ye^ completed for the 1964- 65 year. There are five vacancies, three in junior high, one third grade at Edgebrook, and a combination physical education and art teacher for Edgebrook and Valley View. A letter of appreciation from the Country Art Fair committee for use of the junior high pchool was read. The board is purchasing two lots from Dr. Sayler, west of the junior high- school, which will square off the property owned by the school district. A one year leave of -absence was granted Mrs. Darlene Schuette, providing there will be a vacancy for the 1965-66 school year for which she will be qualified. The following rates were approved for busses which make field trips (such as to museums, etc.); 46-52 passenger, 30c per mile, plus $2 an hour for driver; 60-66 passenger, 35c per mile, plus $2 an hour for driver; 78 passenger, 40c per mile, plus $2 an hour for driver. The board reached the decision not to convert any of the oil burner furnaces to gas at this time. Mr. Buckner was requested to write letters to State Representatives, the Superintendent of Public Instruction and the School Problems Commission, urging a pilot study be made in Illinois on the twelvemonth school program. August J. Uttick, Dr. Peter Griesbach and Thomas L. Laweon were appointed a committee to work with Mr. Buckner f)n the possible use and the requirements for using television in the schools at some future date. MONEY MISSING Tuesday afternoon about 5 p.m. two young boys walked into Jepsen Tire Mart on Elm street and asked to have a swimming tube fixed: While Mr. Jepsen was fixing the tube the bookkeeper left the room momentarily and when he returned the boys were gone and also an envelope with some $90 was missing. The McHenry police department was notified and Sgt. Clark is investigating. In the regular monthly meeting of the board of supervisors held Tuesday, it was reported that the county's share of sales tax for March was slightly more than $10,000. The share for the month of April was just over $9,000. County Veterinarian VanDer- Veen reported that a group of dogs in the Algonquin area had killed a sheep and three heifers. Through his cooperation the owners of the dogs reimbursed the farmer for his cattle. It should be noted that once a year the county board pays farmers for cattle destroyed by dogs, providing the owners of the dogs are not found. Charles Weingart, head of the judicial committee, reported that during the month of June thirty-four suits were filed in Circuit Court against delinquent personal property tax payers in the amount of $26,- 367.44. Judgments were ordered against fifteen tax payers who had defaulted in payments of suits which had been filed previously. These amounted to $1732il9. Joseph Ritter, magistrate at Woodstock, reported that he received $8,249.46 in the month of June for personal property taxes. $513 was collected for court costs. Constable fees collected were $451.20, making a total collection for June, $9,- 213.66. McHenry township collected 'the highest amount of motor fuel tax during the month of May. Thejlr share was $1,293.93. Nunda township was second high with $1,079.28. Algonquin with the highest tax valuation collected $932.80. The zoning board held over until next month the appeal of the California Chemical Co. to construct a fertilizer plant near the Milwaukee railroad viaduct over Route 12 at Richmond. The board also tabled the request of a permit for remodelling the premises of the former Old Spot Inn until next month. Building permits for June 1963 were listed as 125 with an income of $3,277.53. In the same period in 1964 there were 119 permits granted with an income of $2,933.44. George Jedlicka reported that the decrease in permits was probably due to the mild winter which helped contractors start building earlier. Tri-County Meeting The Lake-McHenry-Kenosha county joint problems committee is holding a meeting July 23 to discuss past, present and future activities and ^tudies of federal, state and local agencies having operational programs involving control of pollution and floods on the Fox river. The board of supervisors appointed Tom Huemann from McHenry township, Ernest Schroeder, Algonquin township, and Ted Stearn, from Nunda, to act on the committee from McHenry county. Wayne Mentzer, superintendent of highways, George Jedlicka, zoning officer, and Ludwig Kulovsek from the McHenry County Plan commission will represent the county along with the appointed committee. Margaret O'Neil, clerk of the Circuit Court, reported that traffic and quasi criminal distribution of fines and fees to sen Beth Discovers emindersOfHomeAtWorld'sFair Beth Glysing, 16, of McHenry visits the Illinois Pavilion at the New York World's Fair and finds pleasant reminders of things back home. Here she follows custom set by other fairgoers of tossing coins into the waters of the Illinois Division of Waterways exhibit of the McHenry lock arid dam. Miss Glysing won her four-day trip to the fair when she was chosen "Miss Fiesta Day at its celebration sponsored by the McHenry Chamber of Commerce. FOR MST UHl The retail merchants committee of the Chamber of Commerce had a busy meeting Monday night at the high school. The meeting was conducted by the chairman of the committee, Bill Nye, with approximately thirty people in attendance. The main discussion was on Dollar Days promotion. It was decided to have the special sales on three days this year, beginning Thursday, Friday and Saturday, August 6, 7 and 8. On these days stores will open ot 8:30 a.m.. 15,000 circulars will be sent out in the area. Any merchant who needs Dollar Day banners should contact Harry Dean. The possibility of a Side Walk sales promotion at a later date was also discussed. Walter Hopkins, Myrt Martell, Joe Kuna and Eleanore ^Justen were appointed as a committee to start coordinating Christmas promotion activities for the retail division. (Continued on Page 8) FIESTA DAY PROGRAM Saturday, July 18 10:00 I'.M. -- V.F.W. Post Home FIESTA FLING Sponsored by Men of Brass Sunday, July 19 Noon to 6 P.M. ---- City Park CHICKEN ON THE GREEN Sponsored by McHenry Jaycees 2:00 P.M. ANNUAL FIESTA DAY PARADE 8:30 to 6 P.M. -- Legion and V.F.W. Post Homes OPEN HOUSE (with food served) 7:00 P.M. -- McCracken Field DRUM CORPS MAGIC SHOW Republicans Set Plae Day The annual Republican Men's Plae day will be held Wednesday, July 22, at the McHenry Country club. There will be luncheon, golf, boat rides, dinner, and prizes. General chairman for this event is O. C. O'Hara. Cochairman is AM Giovannoni and Jake Levesquc is ex-officio chairma'n. Those desiring to attend may obtain their tickets from their local precinct committeeman. FINED FOR GAMBLING Richard Jagcr. owner of Jake's Deadend Lounge, 331 Elm street was fined $100 and costs Monday by Magistrate Joe Ritter in Branch I court. He was charged with keeping a gambling house as a result of testimony in the recent Illinois Crime Investigating Commission hearing in Woodstock. The case against Catherine Weber of Farm House Tavern on Highway 31 was continued until July 27. * -> AREA RESIDENTS RECEIVE 'S3 BILLS IN MAILS McHenry residents received their 1963 tax bills in the mails last week. Mrs. Audrey Walgenbach, county treasurer and ,ex-officio tax collector, asserts that the total on the 1963 tax rolls to be collected is $13,982,- 265.70 as compared to $12,785,- 000.88 in 1962. Mrs. Walgenbach stated that the first and second installments of real estate are due Sept. 1 with interest added 6ept. 2. The personal property comes under the same rule. IN SAME TUESDAY NIGHT The sheriff's office reported two accidents in the McHenry area Tuesday night. At 6:30 p.m. Bernard J. Michels, 823 Lehnertz Avenue, Aurora, was travelling north on Route 31 and while driving at a high rate of speed lost control of his car, crossed the highway, going into a ditch and finally hitting a tree. Mr. Michels was taken by ambulance to the McHenry hospital, where he was reported in critical condition at noon Wednesday. About 11:15 p.m. the same night a car driven by David Harrison of 9913 Thayer Road, Ringwood, hit an abutment on the Ringwood road near the McCullom Lake road. A passenger in the car, Earl Dowel 1 of McHenry, was injured and removed to the Woodstock hospital by ambulance. YOUTH INJURED Last Friday the local fire department was called to Shalimar to assist a young b,oy, Jeffrey Wise, who had received bruises on his arm when it was caught in a washing machine wringer. The youth was taken to the emergency room of the McHenry clinic for treatment and released. He and his parents were visiting in Shalimar at the time of the accident. Remember to patronize the annual Bar-B-Q on the Green Fiesta Day sponsored by the Jaycees. Serving will start at noon. Fiesta Queen Beth Glysing (fend her mother, Mrs. Kenneth Glysing, returned home last Thursday evening from the New York Fair, describing the fhree-day whirlwind trip as "fabulous". Both of them spoke enthusiastically of highlights of the lair and still could not believe that an itinerary could have been arranged so perfectly. The trip for the newly crowned queen and her mother was made possible by the Chamber of Commerce ahd businessmen in the McHenry area. They were accompanied oji their tour of the fair by the daughter of the chief of the Secret Service, a college graduate who acted as their guide through arrangements of the Coca Cola company. Plans were made so well that they had no waiting in line at any point. Mrs. Glysing said they were hardly conscious of the huge crowds as they roamed the spacious grounds. She attributed this to the fact that every exhibit had a waiting line, which reduced the number of persons , just walking around. Outstanding Attractions Several fair attractions stand out as outstanding, and topping the list was the Illinois pavilion, where a life size figure of Lincoln centers the stage. The accompanying talk on American liberties, and the concluding scene in which the huge flag in the background is transformed into the sky as the "Battle Hymn of the Republic," is played, was described as the most touching scene of all. Also in the Illinois pavilion, the McHenry visitors had an opportunity to "turn tables" and outline to those in charge some of the details about the McHenry dam exhibit which would only be known to a local resident. Beth and her mother were very proud to note that the McHenry scene was the only .reproduction of its kind in the exhibit. They concluded that selection of the local dam was made since it is a connecting link in navigation in the state. Other exhibits they described as outstanding included one devoted to a combined, two-part story of the space field In one section and the progress of electricity in another; also u display depicting life In five parts of the world. The Wax Museum, as expected, also drew praise from the local traveller!. View Queen Miiry One of their side trips took (Continued on Page 8)