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> • ' Sec. 2. Pa. 4 - Plaindealer - Wed. May 21, 1969 Make '69 Beautiful 1968 was an ugly year for Americans. Tragedy of spectacular magnitude became a frequent front page occurrence. But a quieter national calamity took its dreadful toll on all the days before, during and after the Tet offensive in Vietnam, the riots, the assassinations. It was "quiet" only because it was not concentrated in a single place at a single time. There was no focus to put this misery on the front pages. To the families and friends of 55,300 men, women and children killed in auto accidents, however, it was the ultimate calamity. To the 4,400,000 victims of injury, it was hard core agony. The economic loss, about 13.5 billion dollars, was an appalling waste. The 1968 highway toll followed afyear that saw a leveling off in the number of highway deaths and injuries. In 1967 approximately 53,000 lives were lost iomotor vehicle mishaps -- 4,200,000 persons were injured. Why the increase? Was it because Americans were lulled by the " improvement" of the preceding year? There are, perhaps, as many reasons as there are people to voice opinions. Whatever the reasons, the tragedy remains. More than 55,300 persons were killed and 4,400,000 injured. Mr. Driver, it's up to you to help make 1969 beautiful! Press Misrepresented The role of the free newspaper is misrepresented perennially by politicians who lose flections. Many supporters of former Vice-President Humphrey trace his defeat to a "biased" press. Often the distorted picture is deliberate, because experienced public officials know better. They know that the press attempts to be as fair as possible in its news columns. But a public which does not always understand the various functions of its newspaper may be misled by half-truths. Traditionally, the free editor reserves the right to express his own opinion in editorials. The "stand" of the newspaper is judged by editorial expressions. Yet, in news sections, and in letters to the editor, more space is often given to an opposing viewpoint. In spite of victories during the Roosevelt and Truman elections, Democrats attacked the press. Supporters of Mr. Goldwater have given similar vent to their frustrations. Both parties, unwittingly, have commanded the press. For, as every editor knows, news columns have far more to do with the formation of opinion than editorial expression. For one reason or another choices of candidates are based on public demand at a particular time. The "stand" of a newspaper probably has no more final effect than the generalized claims of an advertiser who faces a competitor which promised to meet the needs of the consumer with specific benefits. FROM STATEHOUSE LT. GOV. PAUL SIMON Parochial School Aid: What Will Happen? For the first time in recent history, there is substantial discussion about the possibility of state aid to private schools. In his message to the legislature. Governor Ogilvie suggested that $3.2 million be earmarked for this purpose. What are the prospects? What are the constitutional problems? Why are we discussing such plans? Wc are discussing the plans because private schools in the state are running into financial trouble. There are 520.000 students in private (mostly church-related) grade schools and high schools in Illinois. Keeping the private systems alive is a financial savings to the state. It also has the healthy aspect of providing a means of comparision. In some communities, the private schools are obviously superior to the public schools; this stimulates the public schools to try harder. There are basically two proposals for help: First, a flat scholarship grant to all parents of parochial school students. Talk varies as to the extent of that grant but it is generally conceived at around $50 per pupil. The second proposal is for aid in specific areas: transportation, non-religious textbooks, and things of that sort. Both proposals have raised questions about constitutionality. The federal constitution does not appear to be a barrier. There is no "wall of separation between church and state" which many people talk about. We as a nation did try a successful experiment of not having an established, taxsupported church. It has worked well for both church and state. But there are no absolute barriers. When the local Methodist church starts on fire, no one says "Separation of church and state! We can't call out the fire department." The federal constitution demands caution in the field, so that the rights of none are trampled upon. The 111 inois constitution is much more restrictive than the federal constitution. Many programs which the state now carries on are clearly unconstitutional, but continue because they are needed and no one brings the matter into court. It is highly doubtful that a scholarship proposal would be constitutional in Illinois. However, aid to private schools for driver's education. goLims in OPEN 7 Days A Served in thi Week K"m;in Slvl< Or» t h e N o r t h Shore COCKTAILS o f Lo n a L a k e BMQUll ROOMS ROLLINS ROAD in LOCAL PUBLIC PULSE (The Plaindealer invites the public to use this column as an expression of their views on subjects of general interest in our community. Our only request is that writers limit themselves to 300 words or less signature, full address and phone number. We ask. too, that one individual not write on the same subject more than once each month. We reserve the right to delete any material which we consider libelous or in objectionable taste.) "Dear Sir: "For the last four evenings, from the opening rumble of kettle drums to the roaring, standing ovation at the final curtain, the people of this town have been treated to the thrill of the theatre second to nothing in the writer's memory. "Hundreds upon hundreds of parents, children and others from all over the county came to that new accoustically wonderful auditorium of ours and they sat in utter disbelief at what these, their very own kids were producing on that stage and in the orchestra pit. The absolutely remarkable, uninhibited, and talented flow of musical comedy rolled from the stage with a confidence and joy that can only come from long hard weeks of head-knocking work. The team work, and this includes the backstage people as well, was every bit as exciting to watch as any championship football team we have ever produced and you can go as for back as you like. The flow of motion, music, color and dialogue was so fascinating that one could well imagine he was watching a Broadway production. "Enough cannot be said for the directorship of Allen Lyndrup and John Leighty, who by their heroic and tireless efforts breathed such perfection and enthusiasm into these kids. And the costume designer, Miss Marilyn Stow, did such a great job. And we cannot forget the, student director, Miss Mary Dougherty, whose efficient organizing ability held the whole thing together during those tough weeks. And the cast -- well, we cannot name them all so we won't -- they were simply beautiful! " We are sorry for, those who While history records the "Gay Nineties" and the "Roaring Twenties" as periods of moral laxity, they appear not to have compared to the present terms of moral depravity. Hie prevalence of obscenities and immoral conduct has induced some to describe the present era as the "Age of Vulgarity." The mails, the theatre, literature, and of course many public demonstrations provide the means for the peddling of filth, pornography and indecencies which shock and repel most citizens. The mails are a frequent and subtle conduit for the marketing of smutty and. salacious literature. The peddlers of this material are most astute at locating the more receptive and impressionable young people whose tender age and curiosity make them particularly susceptible to such materials. Similarly, newsstand publications, books and plays address their appeal to the baser and less wholesome interests of citizens of all ages in a manner which might have provoked arrests and drawn jail sentences in earlier periods of our history. Although the federal government may be quite restricted insofar as censorship of literary and dramatic works is concerned, the President has recommended decisive action concerning misuse of the United States mails. The Constitution grants to the Congress direct authority over interstate commerce and the U.S. mails. President Nixon has proposed the following three legislative remedies: 1) To prohibit the use of the mails to deliver to anyone under 18 years of age material dealing with a sexual did not see " Little Mary Sunshine" for it was a delightful cultural experience of the highest order. "Philip Wheelock "1407 N. Draper Rd. "McHenry" Jor transportation, for help in inner-city situations all appear to be constitutional in Illinois and would appear to be the wiser course to be followed. Feelings are strong on both sides and it cuts across church and party lines. Catholics are divided; Protestants are divided; Republicans are divided; Democrats are divided. It is less of an emotional issue than it would have been 10 years ago, but it will still be one of the "hot" issues during the remaining weeks of the legislative session. For Your information Dear friends, Hie final parting that death brings is often almost unbearable. The remorse of the living in recalling acts of kindness undone, or loving words unspoken, often gives added grief to the bereavement. Wise and fortunate is the person who carries cherished memories of kind words and deeds which serve to sustain and comfort during the difficult adjustment following bereavement. Respectfully, '•Y ne PETER AV JUSTE N & SON FUNERAL HOME 385-0063 McCLORY REPORTS IT PAYS TO SHOP IM McHENRY MENTAL HEAL/TH MATTERS Stanley F. Yolles, M.D., Director National Institute of Mental Health From W ashington subject in a manner unsuitable to young people; 2) to prohibit advertising by mail for the commercial exploitation of material appealing to a prurient interest in sex and 3) to permit citizens to protect their homes from any intrusion of sex-orientated advertising by preventing the potential sender from using the mails to deliver such offensive material. Other measures may come later -- designed to improve the unclean atmosphere that has developed. However, it seems more probable that public revulsion will contribute more than federal legislation. Much of today's immorality is neither entertaining nor clever. Rather, it is crude and vulgar. Is it not possible that the active participants in this reign of immorality are themselves aware of the low estate to which they have sunk? It is doubtful that there will be a return to the Victorian facade to which immorality flourished in clandestine ways. CM the other hand, an overwhelming popular demand for decency and wholesomeness would seem stronger than the crude and offensive practices which are demoralizing our entire society. The main interest of the principal smut peddlers who use the mails is financial .Mf the Congress can help dry up their financial gains, perhaps society itself then will be able to restore a measure of morality and decency to a world that is weary of four-letter words and little minds that seem never to rise above the gutter. The entire nation would welcome an end to this "Age of Vulgarity." Schizophrenia Research Is Needed Schizophrenia is the most common of the serious mental disorders--afflicting about 2,- 000,000 people in the U.S. " Early signs of the disease include withdrawal or getting off by oneself, not being able to concentrate, increasingly sloppy appearance, and excessive talking about one's fate or the fate of the world. Schizophrenia, as a rule, causes a split between thoughts and actions. For instance, an affected person may giggle when describing the serious illness of a loved one. Or, a person may cry when telling that he won $10(Kkifi a contest. Nearly everybody shows some minor signs of things like these, at times. They don't necessarily mean schizophrenia is beginning. Don't try to diagnose yourself or someone else. That's the doctor's job. Psychiatrists, other physicians, mental health centers and hospitals, and health departments or your mental health DRIVING FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY by Paul Powell Secretary of State Have you ever approached an unmarked intersection and seen another car approaching on the cross street from your left? According to the Uniform Act Regulating Traffic you have the right-of-way, but is the driver of the other car going to stop? If the driver of the other car fails to .yield the right-of-way to you, can you stop in time to avoid a crash? •IB As a driver, when such a situation arises, do you know the rules? They have been made to avoid tragedy in just such an instance, but many drivers aren't courteous enough to be bothered with learning the rules. And the fellow approaching from the left may be one of those who doesn't care. For your own safety, you must be able to stop soon enough, just in case he doesn't. This is where defensive driving will tiike over. When you know and drive by the rules your chances of surviving on our over-populated roads increases greatly. For your copy of "Rules of the Road", write to Paul Powell. Secretary of State, Springfield, Illinois 62706. According to a statement Issued by the Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness, three Americans go blind every hour. This situation is even more appalling when we learn tnat tuiiy naif of these cases of blindness could have been prevented. In Illinois, more than one quarter of a million dollars of tax money is spent each month (Mi blind assistance alone. As a preventive measure, the society urges all adults to have an eye examination at least every two years. Industrial workers are cautioned to use protective eye wear at all times during working hours. yU f |-g-g-g-| |g g| g |-g| b 51B 6 ' d fl'l B » I B B "B Tfl'5'8 i 5TO Are You New In Town? Do You Know Someone New In Town? • We would like to extend a welcome to Z every newcomer to our community. Cris Fail CALL 385-4084 i : Fran Olsen 385-5740 j Joan StulJ * ROYAL WELCOME 385-5418 , Ann Zeller - 385-0559 _ " f r f l t t f l Q B f l f l f l B Q B f l Q Q Q Q f l f l P Q 6 - O 0 Q e O t 0 O t O e 0 O t O « O * < ^87 association can give you help. They can find the kind of assistance you need. Seek them out if you're worried about schizophrenia or any other kind of mental problems. Modern treatment has greatly improved the lot of the schizophrenia patient. Some patients have to be treated in hospitals. Many others, with proper drug and other therapy, can hold full- or part-time jobs, run their homes, care for their children, and carry on daily living. But we still don't know nearly enough about the causes and ho\^ to prevent or really cure this very complicated disease. The NIMH is working with thousands of researchers and physicians all Over the U.S. and the world on an intensified attack on one of our gravest public mental health problems. 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