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$Vv ' PG. 12, - PLAINDEALER - WED., FEB. 7, 1968 lisle Official Explains Mucatlon In Th© .World The following is the fourth part of an article written by Assistant Supt. of Public Instruction Hairy Page following his return from an educational tour of five European countries: POLAND My arrival in Warsaw, Poland was with- great anticipation. This age-old city, which was 87 percent demolished by Hitler during World War n, is a bastian of history. Polish youth are required by law to attend school until eighth grade graduation or until they have reached the age of sixteen. Kindergarten is optional and is for childrenfrom three to seven years old. Until 1965 there existed a seven-year elementary schobl and a four-year high school, or Lyceum as they call it. In 1965, it was changed to an eight-year elementary school and a four-year Lyceum. ^_ThejjchooIs of Warsaw were AID CASELOAD INCREASES IN ALL CATEGORIES During November, the number of persons receiving public assistance increased in all programs. Harold 0. Swank, director of the Illinois Department of Public Aid, said an increase of 3,432 brought the number of persons on the rolls to 459, 668 in November, compared to 456,236 in October. The current caseload is 48,829 above the November, 1966, total of 410,839 persons. TTie November, 1967, caseload included 342,302 persons on Assistance to the Aged, Blind or Disabled and Aid to Dependent Children receiving assistance and eligible for medical care; 52,049 receiving Medical Assistance only and 65,317 on General Assistance* In October 339,181 persons were receiving assistance and eligible for medical care, 51,- 786 eligible for Medical Assisr tance and 65,269 on General Assistance. The caseload for McHenry was as follows: Total, all programs, 797, $57,884; old age assistance, 206, $20,288; aid to dependent children, 323, $19,- 060; blind assistance, 4, $325; disability assistance, 64, $13,- $48; general assistance, 200, $4,863. __ perhaps the best of the entire study. The instruction seemed to be generally excellent and the buildings and equipment were superior to others visited. The curriculum was quite similar to an average program in the United States with the exception of more emphasis on foreign languages and vocational and trade education. For example, in one building we visited five separate schools on the Lyceum level. (Food stuffs, industrial, academic, etc.) Those pursuing a trade education are graduated after three years in the Lyceum. This building also housed an adult education program, in the evening, and a two-year junior college. The Polish youth are also trained by Youth Groups quite similar to those in the USSR. They have the huge "palaces" built by Russia and are very active in their respective organizations. The goals of the Youth Groups are exactly the same as in Russia. (1) further the cause of Communism and (2) occupy the time of the youth in worthwhile activities. The main observation I made is the growing independence of the Polish citizen. He is quick to criticize the Socialist State and particularly Russia, (although Poland is a satellite of the USSR). Russian is required in the curriculum but I could see no evidence, after more than 20 years of Russian influence, that the youth were losing their ^Polish identity. It is strictly an observation; but, I had the feeling that the Socialist Man will be very hard to develop in Poland. al Two veteran directors, Joseph Fretty, (left) and CPDean Cross, treasurer, talk'with George P. Freund, president, and Dr. Edward Wilt, Jr., chief of staff, following Saturday's McHenry Hospital corporation annual meeting. ' • DON PEASLEY PHOTO HERE AND HERE IN BUSINESS FIVE - YEAR PLAN I A major increase in its fiveyear utility construction budget has been announced by Northern Illinois Gas company. Marvin Chandler, NI-Gas chairman and president, said that from 1968 through 1972, construction expenditures are expected to be $250 million -- up $46 from the $204 million forecast for the 1967-71 period. dollar drain that are pressing the government to re-evaluate many of the nation's traditional monetary policies in an effort to halt the flow of gold overseas. The documentary is the sixth of a series of ten Screen , News Digest films being sponsored by Edison this year as a public service. NAMED TO COMMITTEE Gov. Otto Kerner this week announced the appointment of State Representative Daniel M. Pierce (D. 32nd) as a member of the Illinois committee for the 1967 White House Conference on Children and Youth. This committee will serve as the overall policy and planning group working with the Illinois Commission on Children, which Gov. Kerner-has designated as the Illinois planning agency for the White House Conference on Children and Youth which will be held in Washington in 1970. SEEKS PATENT The Plaindealer has received word that Chester Griffith, Sr., formerly of Ringwood, has applied for a patent from Washington for a new style baby shoe, something completely new on the market. IN SERVICE SCHOOL Harry O. Mueller of McHenry of Ed J. Wendt Boats & Motors, Inc., Richmond, recently completed the two-week factory service school program at the Johnson Motors complex in Waukegan. He was part of a class, drawn from dealerships throughout the world, which explored the finer points of the famous Sea-Horse line of outboard motors. Eggs combine high food value with moderate calorie content. FILMS FOR SCHOOLS A specially produced film timed to examine the nation's current preoccupation with the balance - of-payments deficit will be presented in 500 public and parochial schools in February by Commonwealth Edison company. "Crisis in Gold" depicts the issues and problems behind the New8 Ab®ut Our Servicemen Army Private Carl J. Harth, 19, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest W. Harth, McHenry, was assigned as a lineman in the 71st Artillery's 6th Battalion near Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam, Jan. 17. SHOP IN MCHENRY s year: eii«cmmc neat rates weitt down again Jc / ftfCTRC HEAT You.might say we're going your way. And we've beep going your way for the past ten years. In fact. this is the tenth time in ten years that the price of electric heat has been reduced.« What it means is that modern electric heat costs less than ev^r before. And clean electric heat saves yoiunoney in other ways. too. You don't have to clean or decorate as often. AIT in all. conditions seem highly favorable for you to move in the direction of electric heat in the year ahead. Besides, that's the only way to go if you want a heating system that will still be modern 20 years from now.- Commonwealth Edison Company TSie T7*l jl 9 are j^iecmc. © C. E. Co. County Los* Licenses Hie office of Secretary of State Paul Powell has announced the suspension of the driver licenses of Vincent J. Adams of 4006 W. Maple street and Richard B. Jenkins, of 54 21W. West Shore, both of McHenry, Lawrence F. Anderson of Rt. 1, Marengo, and William D. Davy of Fox River Grove, all for three violations. Probationary permits have been issued to Kenneth P. Brennan of 5015 Barnard Mill, Ringwood; li/Iark L. O'Neill of 2907 N. Retner road, McHenry, Laura L. Sauers of 7708 Cedar road, Wonder Lake, Gerald J. Nystrom of Crystal Lake and Bruce Pederson,of Rt.1,Spring Grove. CANDIDATE Senator William C. Harris, Republican, assistant Majority leader of the Illinois State Senate, announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Auditor of Public Accounts at press conferences held last week. Growing demands on the Mcv Henry County Department of Health prompts the need for a full-time public health administrator, and the man hired to assume that responsibility -- Ward Duel--has taken over the job. Duel, who served as health director for Skokie for two and a half years, shifted his attention to McHenry county's health needs Thursday. A month earlier, the department's board of directors hired John Raber as county sanitarian because of the need for action in this area. Dr. Edward Wilt, Jr., McHenry, president of the department's board, explained why services of these two professionals in the health care field are required. "The department's first responsibilities were to aid in the administration of Medicare among county residents and serve as a home health agency," he said. This proved successful - and continues as a significant responsibility with three full-time and four part-time nurses at work for the department. , As citizens learned of the department's existence -- it started July 1, 1966- evidence of other areas where the health of citizens required the attention of an organization with responsibility to investigate and act came to the forefront. RESTAURANT INSPECTION Dr. Wilt said one specific example concerns inspection of restaurants and taverns in the unincorporated areas of McHenry county. "This is Raber's prime responsibility now. He has inspected about a third of the 147 known restaurants and taverns in the unincorporated areas to detect health hazards and help owners improve standard where needed." Hie need in the county became known after inspections by the Illinois Division of Food and Dairies last November. A spot check showed significant number of deficiencies. "This situation was discussed with the McHenry county board of supervisors," said Dr. Wilt, "and the board approved immediate action by the County Department of Health to carry out systematic inspection and continuing follow-up." Raber is well-qualified for this work with fifteen years' experience in meat and food inspection responsibilities. Licenser of restaurants and taverns in the unincorporated areas is the county government. This is why this area has been selected by the Department of Health for immediate inspection. Duel said he expects to work with city managers and city officials, inspecting in communities, where requested. At present, Duel does not know of a cily or town who has a restaurant inspection procedure nor does the county have standards established concerning those who work in restaurants and handle food. "Purpose of this program is preventative," continued Duel. CancSSdlcati r HARLEY MACKEBEN Harley H. Mackeben of Huntley has announced that he will be a candidate for re-election to the office of County Auditor, on the Republican ticket, at the primary election to be held June 11. Mr. Mackeben is completing his first term as County Auditor. As the first County Auditor in the history of the county it was necessary for him to establish the office and set forth the procedures thereof. "We have received a good response from restaurant and tavern owners, for they know we can help as a consultant in food hygiene. Our experienced personnel can spot problems and help them avoid trouble. We'll also make restaurants more pleasant, safer places to eat." Raber listed things he looks for: Cleanliness of the premises, protection given food to keep cold food at 40-45 degrees and hot food at least at 140 degrees; effectiveness of insect and rodent control; Cleanliness of dishes and eating utensils; storage of ice; and proper ventilation. CHECK MAINTENANCE Maintenance of the establishment is checked. Raber says he plans to take samples of the water for testing. The washroom facilities, both for employees and customers, are investigated. In his previous work, Duel assisted with the organization of public health departments in Lake county and organized the department in Skokie. He has taken part in programs of regular inspection similar to the one Raber is conducting. Members of the board of the McHenry County Health department include many leading citizens in the area of health care. They include Dr. Edward F. Wilt, Jr., McHenry, president; Dr. Clifford E. Hunn, Crystal Lake dentists, vice president; Howard Nehlig, administrator of Valley Hi, secretary; Cal Skinner, Jr., county treasurer from Crystal Lake, treasurer; Dr. S.L. Ruggero, Wonder Lake; Edwin Buckley, Woodstock, Dorr township assistant supervisor; and administrators of the three hospitals in McHenry county: Bert Hanson, Woodstock; Bruce Barton, Harvard; and Anthony Corcoran, McHenry. 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