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237-; • i ' * THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER . "Serving Tbe Chaia-O-Lakes Regioa Since 1875" rbluxne 91 -- No. 8 -- 3 Sections McHENRY, ILLINOIS, THURSDAY. JUNE 17. 1965 24 Pages -- 10c Copy NEW FIESTA DAY QUEEN ART FAIR THIS WEEKEND Pretty Patti Gray, 17, Tops Field THREE-DAY EVENT IS NINTH ANNUAL OFFERING FEATURING 100 McHENRY COUNTY ARTISTS ; Garritt Beverwyk (standing) of Wonder Lake and Jerry Olsen of McHenry discuss plans for hanging the ninth annual McHenry Country Art Fair. The fair, which ..is sponsored by the women's auxiliary to McHenry hospital will be held this weekend, June 18, 19 and 20 at the McHenry Junior high school. Stanley Strama III, son of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Strama, Jr., of Oakhurst, graduated last week from Junior high in McHenry with Dennis Bruhn, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bruhn of Country Club subdivision. Until the previous Tuesday they Were just two young graduates in a large class. However, that evening, as Stanley was reading aloud a list of his classmates at home, his father stopped him at the mention of Bruhn. Recalling 3 former classmate, he picked up the telephone, reached Paul Efhihn and discovered within minutes that it was the same person with whom he- had attended school in Chicago. ;2The elder Strama and Bruhn graduated together from eighth gl&de at Our Lady of Grace school just twenty-five years ago this month. That "small world" adage might be overdone; nevertheless," we have new proof every day. Memories of earlier days in McHenry will no doubt be "tossed around" next weekend when the class of 1925 of M.C.H.S. holds its forty-year reunion. •We understand Gordon Stringer of Rockford, former coach and teacher, and Mabel Peterson Davis of Maywood, another faculty member, will return for the gathering. All fifteen members of the graduating class are still a- Jive, and twelve are expected to join in the festivities. There is new optimism that ^Tllinois may sidestep another at large election next year since •the U. S. Supreme Court ruling on reapportionment earlier this month. Thus the 74th Illinois General Assembly finds itself in what should be its final month of activity. The whole matter stemmed from the U. S. court decision of-last year requiring state legislatures to be apportioned on •the basis of population alone. TSqth the Illinois Supreme Court and the Federal District Court had claimed jurisdiction reapportionment in event •t-he-• state legislature fails 1o atrttie redisricting. The legislature has first -choice on a plan. The I'.S jSiipreme Court now gives t Ho •iWinois Supreme Court the job "iTT~"appr< >ving new senatorial Sl&U'icts if the legislature fails The three-judge federal court \vill,.retain jurisdiction and act •if -both of the others fail to "Summer time is art fair time!" agrees the ninth annual McHenry Country Art Fair committee. The fair, which is sponsored by the women's auxiliary to McHenry Hospital, is scheduled for this weekend, June 18, 19 and 20. The Art Fair, open from noon to 10 p.m. each day, will be held at the McHenry Junior high school. It features original works of nearly 100 McHenry county artists in addition to a special one-woman show by Lori Wilhelm. A photography show, arranged by the Lake Region Camera Club, will exhibit several hundred photos, * both black and white, and colored.. Plan Entertainment Music by Crystal Lake and McHenry high school students will add an occasional festive accompaniment throughout the weekend. Jay Eigle, Tom Moony and Andy Rosulek of Crystal Lake will comprise a folk-song trio on Friday night from 7 to 8 p.m. Saturday night, Steve Sandner, Jim Boncosky, Jeff Gulley, and Jay Ligle will hold a jazz session from 7 to 8:30. The two groups will combine for a "hootenanny" on Sunday evening from 7 to 10 p.m. The McHenry high school dance band will serenade viewers from 8 to 10 on (Continued on Page 8) CITY LEADERS TAKE ACTION ON COURT REMOVAL The Municipal Association of the county, now in operation little more than a year, met in Richmond last 'week, when discussion centered on removal, of Branch 3 court from McHenry. Mayors and village presidents in this part of the county expressed their strong objection. They agreed to write to Judge Seidenfeld, stating the reasons each opposes the closing of the local court. Mayor Donald P. Doherty of McHenry was elected chairman of the group for the year ahead; Louis Goosens of Crystal Lake, vice-chairman; Paul O. Fisher of Crystal Lake, secretary; and Aithur E. Farrill of Lakewood, treasurer. The association was formed for a regular discussion of common problems in the var-' ious communities of the county. Need For Expansion At Valley Hi Recalled On 80th Anniversary Of Home Of Fifteen Candidates To Claim Title And Reign Over Festivities Stage Band To Open Season The McHenry stage band will present its first concert of the season in the city Park band shell from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, June 18. Mayor Donald Doherty will be on hand to officially open the Summer series of concerts sponsored by the city. Director Stan Vycital announces that Shirley Smith well known McHenry vocalist, will be guest vocalist, singing "I Wish You Love" and "Bill Baily". The eighteen-member band will include among their selections, "Moonlight Serenade", "Smoke Rings", "The Lonesome Road", "Fiddler On The Roof", "The Way You Look Tonight", "Shangri La", "This Could Be The Start Of Something Big", "Uptown Groove", "One O'clock Jump", and Henry Mancini's "Dear Heart". GEORGE WIRFS, 45 YEARS IN LOCAL BUSINESS, DIES George Wirfs, 86, a long time resident of McHenry and one of the city's respected businessmen for many years, died Monday, June 14, at Freeport. Mr. Wirfs was one of the founders of McHenry Artificial Stone Co., which was located on Main Street for many years. He was in business from 1905 until his retirement in 19.rj0. He lived in St. Petersburg, Fla., in recent years, returning about a year Nago. Survivors are seven children, Stephen of St. Petersburg, (Continued on Page 8? SEEK PRINCESS TITLE ALBERT BIANCHI NEW COMMANDER OF LEGION POST Albert Bianchi.was elected commander of the American Legion Post, No. 491, at a dinner meeting held Monday of this week. Others who will sei've with him are Frank Ficek, senior vice-commander; Robert Einspar, junior vice-commander; Glenn Messer, adjutant; Robert Dethlefson, finance officer; Bernard Matchen, historian Howard Cairns, chaplain; Francis Pickett, sergeant-at-arms,; and Harold (Shorty) Miller ^ assistant sergeant-at-arms. FUTURE OF FOX RIVER TOPIC FOR MEETING Stale Engineer To Give Report On Local Survey "What is the future of the Fox river and the Chain 'O Lakes?" This often asked question and many others will be answered when Clarence T. Klassen, chief engineer for the Department of Public Health, State of Illinois, speaks before the McHenry Clean Streams group next week. The meeting will be held at 8 o'clock on Tuesday evening, June 22, in the Legion home. Because of widespread interest in the subject and the fact that Mr. Klassen is a world-known figure in the area of water pollution, the public is invited and urged to attend. His talk will include a report on the Fox river survey. Numerous individuals and organizations have brought up the subject of swimming pools in recent years. Clean Streams members note that in most cases the expense of building and maintenance has forced them to go no.-farther than the planning stages, and in some instances has prompted them to become more interested in making natural resources in the area suitable for swimming and other contact sports. Cite Accomplishments The Clean Streams feels that much has been accomplished within the last two years, including the new chlorination installation in the city and sheriff's patrol of local waters. They are hoping to continue this start of progress in the area of pollution. Mr. Klassen will answer such questions as these next Tuesday: "Are the river and lakes fit for swimming?" "What is algae?" and "What can be done about it?" City, township, county and state officials have been invited to attend, as well as the public. The long history of the county home, Valley Hi, and the need for expansion were recounted for members of the board of supervisors at Tuesday's meeting. Howard Nehlig. manager of the home, said that 1965 marks the eightieth year since its founding. At present, there are sixtytwo patients, with five men and six women on the waiting list. Since all of them are in need of special attention because of health, he added that it would be a minimum of a year and a half before any of them could be admitted. The need, he said, is for sixteen additional beds at an estimated cost of $100,000. Mr. Nehlig suggested that if the ithirty-eight acres in rental farm land at Hartland could be sold, together with money from the sale of the Class property in Woodstock owned by the county, $75,000 might be realized for the expansion project. Seek Matching- Funds It is possible that matching federal funds might be received through the Hill-Barton Act. Mr. Nehlig recalled that years ago all persons unable to support themselves in the county were admitted to Hartland, whereas today many are aided by- the state. He estimated that without si|ch heilp by other agencies, there would be 120 in need of care at Valley Hi at this time. A representative of Ebling, Pluckett, Keyman and Reginato, architectural firm from Milwaukee, was present to inform the supervisors concerning the proposed new court house. He said that barring unforeseen problems, it should be possible to have the building ready for use by early 1968. This firm acted as architect for the court house in Elkhorn, Wis., which has received much favorable comment. Mental Health Aid A letter was read from Arnold May, requesting funds for the Mental Health Center of the county. Chairman George Janak said he would obtain further information before any action is taken. (Continued on Page 8) Rudi J. Photo .A happy new queen is pretty Patti Gray, center, surrounded by her two runncrs-up for the title of Fiesta Day queen. At left is Jeannie Jo Benoche and at right, Star West, holding bouquets presented to them after their selection. All contestants received charm bracelets from the sponsoring organization, and Miss Gray will also enjoy a trip to Washington, D.C. Kiwanis Sponsors Second Blood Donor Drive Next ^ % Wednesday At Legion Hall The McHenry Kiwanis Club will sponsor its second blood donor drive on June 23 from 2' until 9 p.m. The Community Blood Center of Chicago will again set up its mobile unit at the American Legion home on Green Street. This voluntary blood bank is open to all permanent residents of the McHenry high school district. Year 'round residents will have all blood needs covered at any hospital within the United States. Any amount of blood will be replaced without charge, excluding use of transfusion supplies or auxiliary blood tests. All healthy individuals between 21 and 59 years of age may donate, and persons between 18 and 21 may give with written permission of parent or guardian. The donation of one pint of blood covers the needs of the income tax listed dependents of a family for an indefinite period, ranging from one to several years. Upon depletion of the blood reserves, donors wjl'l again be called upon, in rotation, to renew membership. Accept Substitute If no one in the family is eligibla to donate blood, a substitute donor will be acceptable. Those who received temporary rejections at the first drawing will be contacted for a new appointment. Donor applications are available at the local banks, doctors offices and many stores, or call 385-1386. The recent tornado disaster points up the need for this family protection plan. A pretty, blonde, 17-year-old McHenry high school senior with a twinkle in her eye, was crowned Fiesta Day queen of McHenry Monday evening in an impressive program held at the V.F.W. clubhouse. She is Patti Gray, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. John T. Gray of 306 W. Riverside (Lakemoor), sixteen- year residents of this community. To win, she topped a field of fifteen lovely girls. Runners- up were Star West and Jeannie Jo Benoche, both members of the 1965 graduating class of McHenry high school. Patti was crowned by another blonde beauty, Beth Glysing, who so proudly reigned during the past twelve months. The new queen wore for her first appearance a black bathing suit with turquoise striped bodice. Later, she was striking in a floor length formal that featured white nylon over yellow taffeta. Patti, who stands only 5 feet 2 inches and weighs 106 lbs., gave every evidence that she did not expect the honors she accepted with dignity. Her name had been submitted by an older sister against her wishes, but the new queen (Continued on Page 8) Win Highest Scholastic Honors WAT Kit TEST Peasley Photo Georgia Blake, left. Mary Kay Adams and Kaihy Justen, McHenry. are among the ten daughters 61 dfriry farmers seeking the McHenry County Dairy Princess litie. The contest is one of many activities sponsored by the McHenry County Dairy Promotion Council. Winner will be announced at ihe J it's 1 dairy banquet. I (Continued on Page 8) | Ten aspirants for the Mcj Henry County Dairy Princess i crown have entered eomi>etiition to determine thf> 'successoi j of Connie Rinlsinsk'. icignin^ I Daily Princess in Illinois' finjest dairy producing county ! The w inner will be selected a; | a .Inly 1 1. mquet. Several of Ihe new entries are from I he McHenry area. They are Mary Kay Adams, 17, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Adams, who is sponsored b\ the McHenry Pure Milk .•Woci.ition; Georgia Blake, 1.7, ilau :hier of, Mr. ami Mis. (leoi •/(> Blake." sponsored by (Continued on Pa^e 8j Dr. Peter Griesbach of the city boa.I'd of health said this week that a recent test of water at the beach in the river disclosed no evidence of pollution. which means that the water L not infested with bacteria Jesuit ing from sewage Dr. Griesbach added that the turbidity of the water in any such body of water may result I in an irritation to eyes and \ ears. ! _ _ _ j POLICE C'!IIK1"S MEET I Police chiefs of the county- |we:e scheduled to meet in Mc-! | Henry on Wednesday evening | ; this week, when one of t hoir | ; main items of business was t" I discuss Ihe closing of Branch 13 court. | The weatherman, a bright moon and 272 members of the Keep our community IMMII- graduating class of 1965 all tifnl -- carry a litterbag in joined forces last, Thursdax i ,\ i-nr boat or ear. evening to make thi-; year'- The following students were the twenty-one highest in scholastic rating of the 272 graduates of McHenry high school last week. They received special recognition from the school on commencement night. Top Row: Susan Fai r, Lvnn Gallas, Geraldinc Fidler. Lynn Reihansperger. -Diane Cholmt. .lames Anderson and Richard Smith. Second Row: Louise Sompel, Janice Sturm, Judith Palmbach. Carol Sojka, Hope Messamore, Gary Lockwood and Linda Arnann. Bottom Row: Diane Bjork, Judith Freund, Thomas Carlson. Roy Moss. Vic Beck, Linnea Larsen and Sherry Schultz. commencement one of the most memorable in its foity-five-* \ car l i i . ' - l ' " y. t v p e e i a l l . \ C l l . j r . y able \vn> the talk by Anthony Carmona, American Field Service student from' Madrid. Spain, who has i:pent the pa-.t year in Mcllenrv with the Walter Carlson family. (Continued on Page 8)