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THE MCHENRY PLAINDRALER "SERVING THE CHAIN-Q-LAKES REGION SINCE 187S" VOL. 90 - No. 52 - 2 Secti ons Thursday, July 27, 1967 - McHenry, Illinois 18 Pages 10$ Landmark Future Undecided CRASH KILLS FORMER RESIDENT Numerous Accidents William Tilicke Dies In Two-Car Crash Near Johnsburg Early Monday Dedicate Log Cabin Looking at this picture of Landmark school on Waukegan road, the viewer would find it difficult to believe that the photo was taken from a McHenry high school annual of 1919. Few changes are noted in the historic structure. h ollowing an appraisal meeting held this week, a decision is expected soon on the future of this building, so aptly named Landmark in recent years. Even before the turn of the century, and until the 'twenties, it served as both grade and high school. After erection of the present high school, it housed only grade school pupils until very recent years, when a rapidly growing school enrollment made it possible to hold only fifth grade public school pupils. More details on the structure, and its importance in McHenry's educational history, is related in the Musin' and Meanderin' column on this page. MuStn' and Meanderin' With fifth grade public school pupils moving into new additions to the various grade schools during the past year, there seems to be a growing interest in the future of Landjnark school. Original plans called for the school to be used as an administration buiiding for Districts 15 and 156, but in recent weeks offers have been made to purchase the seventy-threeyear- old building. With an appraisal meeting held this week, it would seem that some decision might be forthcoming in the near future. The question of its use is not nearly so important to many of us as the fact that this cherished old landmark be retained in its present form. In an era when the No. I pastime of many is to destroy in order to acquire something new, there are still some folks who place above monetary value the quaint charm of something which belonged to another day. We hope and believe that our feelings are in no way a deterrent to progress, but instead that the mingling of a few good things from the past with the many good things of today provides a healthy climate for both the young and old of a community. Landmark school, which has housed generations of graduates dating back to the late 1890's, certainly is one of the finest things of yesterday. Inside its walls the educational history of McHenry was written from 1894 until a year ago, and the untold memories of almost three-quarters of a century would be invaluable if recorded. Nine members of the city's first graduating class probably received their diplomas in a small school in the west part of the city. It was four years later that McHenry graduated its next class of three students m what has since become known as Landmark school. Graduates of 1906 proudly completed the first four-year course established here and the high school became accredited by the University of Illinois. Doubtless there are some McHenry families who can look back on a grandparent, parent and child who completed part or all of their education in this building. For many years, until completion of the oldportion of the present high school, Landmark housed both grade and high school students. After that, for several decades, only grade schoolers attended Landmark, and more recently it was large enough only for all fifth grade public school pupils. (Continued on page 10) County Fair Will Open Avg. 4 With 4'H Activities Opening day of the McHenry County Fair is Thursday, Aug. 3, which is observed as 4-H Day. Judging of beef, swine and sheep begins at 9 o'clock, as does the national baton twirling contest in front of the grandstand. Girl Scout judging will be held at 10;30. An afternoon feature is the annual boys' freckle contest at 1 o'clock at Massey hall, and a 4-H horse and pony show at 1:30. The evening band concert at 7:30 will be followed by the nineteenth Miss McHenry County pageant, "Under Parasol Skies," at 8:15 p.m. Other fair details will appear in next week's issue. New Pastor Is Welcomed The Rev. Clarence E. Mason was installed as pastor of the Chain-O-Lakes Evangelical Covenant church in vesper services held last week. Presiding at the installation were the Rev. Robert Erickson, superintendent of the Central Conference of the Covenant church, and the Rev. Paul Anderson, secretary of Home Missions of the denomination. Both men are from Chicago. Pastor Mason assumes his responsibilities at Chain-OLakes after twenty-seven years' pastoral experience in Wisconsin, Kansas and Nebraska. His most recent charge was in Hastings, Nebr. Mrs. Mason and their daughter, JJhari, 16, assist in the parsonage. The Chain-O-Lakes church, (Continued on page 10) Select Little Miss Peanut In Monday Judging Thirty-Seven Young Ladies Compete For "Title At Legion Home A new Little Miss Peanut for McHenry will be selected next Monday evening, July 31, at the Legion home on Ringwood road. The lucky little girl will succeed two former local winners who continued in competition to be named Little Miss Peanut for the Illinois- Eastern Iowa district. Alan M. Meyer, who is in charge of the contest for the sponsoring Kiwanis club, announces that judging of the thirty- seven candidates at 7:30 o'clock w'll follow a 6 o'clock dinner for Kiwanis club members and guests. Acting as mistress of ceremonies for the judging will be Mrs. Lynn Dill of Radio Station WKRS in Waukegan. Judges are Mrs. Claude McDermott, Miss Adule Froenlichand Everett Hansen. The public is invited to attend. JUDGE CONTESTANTS Contestants are young ladies between the ages or 6 and 8 residing within tHe McHenry high school district. In making their decision, judges will con-, sider each contestant pn th^< basis of poise, pertness and personality. Talent will not be a qualification. A gift will be given to each little girl entered. The winner will compete further in a run-off contest with the DeKalb winner for division title holder. The final competition will proclaim the twostate district winner, an honor (Continued on page 10) A former Wonder Lake man, William J. Tilicke, 44, now a resident of 151 Oriole trail, Crystal Lake, was killed instantly jn a two-car crash at the intersection of the Johnsburg- Spring Grove road and its intersection wJ.th Ringwood road, Ja mile north of Johnsburg. Tilicke, driving north on Sprihg Grove road, was struck ,by a second auto which Vaughn E. West, 17, of 521 N. Mineral [Springs drive, McHenry, \ns driving east. West told sheriff's deputies he stopped and then pulled into the intersection. , West was ticketed for disobeying a stop sign and failure to yield the right-of-way. West and a passenger, Daniel Lary, of Fox Lake were injured and taken to McHenry hospital by the Johnsburg Rescue squad. OTHER ACCIDENTS A passenger in one car was the only person injured in a twovehicle crash at the intersection of Rt. 120 and Thompson road at 5:46 Tuesday evening. Marie Thumann of Woodstock was taken to Memorial hospital, Woodstock, for treatment. Robert Beucher of Thompson road, Wonder Lake, told sheriff's police he was driving east on Rt. 120 and was making a left turn when he was struck by the second auto. Frank Thumann, the other driver, said he was approaching from the other direction and noticed that Beucher had his turn signal on. He said that just about 100 feet from the intersection, Beucher entered his lane to.turn and although Thumann applied his brakes he was unable to stop. Harry Feister and his wife, Mary of Carpentersville were taken to the intensive care unit of McHenry hospital Friday evening following a motorcycle accident on River road, about three miles south of the city. (Continued on page 10) Vji? * * *• ' mm. Ceremonies to dedicate the historic log cabin on the McHenry county fairgrounds at Woodstock will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3. This is the opening day of the 1967 fair. The cabin, moved a few years ago, is located on the southeast corner of the grounds on land owned by the Bates family and rented by the McHenry County Fair association. The Rev. Clarence Kerr will give the dedication talk. Members of the Gannon family, who donated it to the McHenry County Historical society, will be in attendance. Jim Bates and members of his family also will attend. Mayors and village presidents of McHenry county communities are invited to attend this ceremony. BEES IN "BUGGY" A whole nest of bees had the last laugh on Thursday when an effort to destroy their home resulted in a fire causing $400 damage. Workmen were tearing down a vehicle at the McCauley Brothers Sheet Metal firm, 501 W. Sheridan road, Lakemoor, when they found the bees. In an effort to destroy the nest by fire, the flames spread to the partially dismantled car and also to a truck trailer nearby which contained insulation material. Firemen of Companies I and III answered the call for assistance. Beauties Galore Vie For County Queen Title Continue Two Theft Charges Continuances on their charges of theft in McHenry were granted to Larry W. Anderson, 18, of DesPlaines and Martin J. Spak, 18, of Elk Grove Village when they appeared in the Branch I court of Magistrate Charles T. Smith last week. They will be heard on Aug. 3. Spak was released on bond, but Anderson, unable to post his bond, was taken to McHenry county jail. A third youth allegedly involved in the local thefts was due to be petitioned for appearance in family court. The^two youths apprehended were questioned by Lt. Kenneth Espey of McHenry after their arrest by authorities in Palatine and Mount Prospect in connection with another matter. Eventually, Anderson gave a full confession of his part in the burglaries of Shay's Music World on April 9, when $2,- 877.95 was taken, and the McHenry Music Center on Elm street when items valued at $575 were stolen. He also implicated Spak, who was later arrested. Rotary Takes Part In Youth Exchange Program McHenry's Rotary club is in final plans for assuring participation of the organization's Youth Exchange program this next year. When a hQSt family is found, a student vyjll be brought to McHenry from some other country, much the same as the American Field Service program, to study in the local school. The international student's exchange service for pre-college youth has two purposes, one to promote international good will and understanding at the person-to-person level, and the other to provide the opportunity for study and international living abroad. The host Rotary club provides room and board in approved homes, suitable allowance, and in cooperation with host families, supervises and promotes student activities, trips and opportunities. Families interested in sharing in this program as host should contact the Rotary president, Don Virgens at 385-4200. Elgin Youth Is Injured By Ricochet Bullet The accidental discharge of a gun on the former Pearson farm on Barreville road caused serious injuries to an Elgin youth last w<jek. He was Kenneth Salzman, 17, who was rushed to Sherman hospital, Elgin, where a bullet was removed from the left side of his chest that evening. Salzman and Robert Scheurich, 18, of Carpentersville were shooting birds in a field late that afternoon when a discharge from one of their .22 caliber rifles struck a pile of dirt and the bullet ricocheted and hit Salzman. Irene Keim Will Be Featured on Band Program The eyes of McHenry and Wonder Lake residents will be centered on two lovely girls when the 1967 Miss McHenry County is selected before the grandstand on Thursday evening, Aug. 3. At left is Miss Helen Palko, Miss Wonder Lake, shown with Jess Seentan representing her sponsor, the Wonder Lake fire department. At right, Sandra Fry, Miss McHenry, poses with Mrs. Jean Wiles and Mrs. Gen Bradley, representing her sponsor, the McHenry Veterans of Foreign Wars and auxiliary unit. The program is open to the public. DON PEASLEY PHOTO One of the highlights of the McHenry County Fair each year is the crowning of a new queen to reign over festivities that weekend and continue her rule throughout the year. The McHenry community ha 3 two candidates among the eleven pretty girls seeking the title on Thursday evening, Aug. 3, before the grandstand. They are Sandra Fry, Miss McHenry, and Helen Palko, Miss Winder Lake. Miss Fry, 17 years of age, is a 1967 graduate of McHenry high school and will attend Illinois State university next fall. She is 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighs 127 pounds, has brown hair and eyes and enjoys outdoor activities and music. Her parents are Mr. and Mrs. Earl Fry. Miss Palko, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Palko, is a June, 1967, graduate of Marian Central high school and is 18 years of age. She is 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighs 114 pounds, has brown hair and green eyes. She enjoys sports. There are nine other candidates, Sandra Jung of Richmond, Faye Marlowe of Huntley, Tina Bracich of Cary, Cynthia Brandon of Fox River Grove, Verita Froula of Crystal Lake, Nancy Reavy of Woodstock, Patti Sherry of Hebron, Nancy Wittmus of Harvard and Janet Dahlgren of Marengo. CONDUCT RIVER TEST Dr. Peter Griesbach of the McHenry board of health reported this week that tests of the water at the city beach reveal no evidence of sewage pollution and no disease producing bacteria was found. The material seen floating on the surface, he added, is the faim • iliar algae. Remember to attend the McHenry County Fair which opens next Thursday, Aug. 3. IRENE KEIM Irene Keim, talented lyric soprano, will be featured soloist when the McHenry stage band presents its sixth concert of the season at 7:45 o'clock Thursday, July 27, in the city park band shell. Mrs. Kfcim will sing "Italian Street Song" from "Naughty Marietta" and "Tonight" from "West Side Story". For several years she has (Continued on page 10) i 1