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J4old cA11-Sport* (Banquet Tjliut^dciy The fifth annual all-sports banquet will be held Thursday, May 22, at 6:30 p.m. in the V.F.W. clubhouse. The event is co-sponsored by the McHenry Chamber of Commerce", Fox River Post 4600, V.F.W., and High School District 156. Guest speaker Will be Alex Agase, 1 ad football coach at Northwestern university. Scheduled to be recognized for their efforts in behalf of the MCI IS sports program are participants of football, crosscountry, basketball, wrestling, swimming, trick, baseball, cheer lea ding^tennis and golf. William fNye, chairman of banquet arrangements, will give the welcome, followed by an invocation by Rev. Raymond White of the First United Methodist church. Athletic Director L.J. Mc- Cracken will introduce the various coaches, who will then introduce the athletes, managers and cheerleaders and present trophies. Coaches include Bill Day, head football and assistant track; Don Seaton, head crosscountry; Ken Ludwig, head basketball and assistant football; Bill Huchinson, head wrestling; Dick Eberhardy, head swimming; Chuck Rutkowski, head track and freshman - football; Bert Hagetaann, head baseball; Chuck Cuda, head golf; Phil Glatz, head tennis; Ken Swanson, assistant football and sophomore baseball; Toby Scott, assistant football and freshman wrestling; Bill Blankenhorn, sophomore football and basketball; Paul Palmateer, sophomore football and wrestling; Elvin Partenheimer, freshman football and assistant basketball; Walter Scott, freshman football, wrestling and assistant track; Dick Rabbitt, fresh- (Continued on page 4) THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-IAKES REGION SINCE 1875 VOL. 91 - NO. 81 WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 1969 2 SECTIONS, 14 PAGES - 10<J MCHS Summer School Planned McHenry Dominates Court Royalty Rides Over Prom .ji&f - r-~fv * . / t f * * w * * > *** % mmm* * 5 4,^ ' Pictured on their thrones at Lake Lawn Lodge in Wisconsin last Friday are Bob Zimmerman of McHenry and Debbie Grennan of Woodstock and McHenry, a short time after they were crowned to reign over the Marian prom festivities last Friday evening. The court, from left, includes Colleen Doherty of McHenry, Rita Brickley of Harvard, C.J. Ludford of McHenry, Charie Burgess and Hazen Arnold of Woodstock, Tom Paulsen of Hartland, Mary Fogarty of Woodstock and Tim Althoff of McHenry. DeWANE STUDIO PHOTO Musin* and Meanderin* We were fortunate enough to view the first night presentation of "Little Mary Sunshine", last Thursday and found the production delightful-from the acting and singing to the costumes and stage sets. To one who has had a hand in any type of stage production, there is always the fear of giving too much credit to the star performers to the exclusion of the many, many people who contribute so substantially in other ways. For the latter, we would like to say that throughout the musical, our thoughts extended beyond the very deserving applause -of the actors to the student director, the prompter, the lighting experts, costume folks, and of course, the orchestra. Bouquets to all, including the talented directors, for a fine evening's entertainment. KAF AFS Program In Discussion Interested persons are invited to a meeting of the McHenry chapter of the American Field Service on Wednesday, May 21, at 8 p.m. in Room 112 of West campus high school. Guest speaker for the evening will be Mrs. Hjalmar Sundin, AFS district representa- (Continued on page 4) There were tears of happiness lit Lake Lawn, Delavan, Wis., last Friday night for Miss Debbie Grennan, daughter of Martin Grennan of Woodstock and McHenry, who was crowned queen by John Dehn, junior class treasurer. Her king for the evening was Bob Zimmerman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Girard Zimmerman of McHenry, who is junior class president. The class selected the theme, "Sunrise, Sunset", for the dinner served at 8 p.m., followed by dancing until midnight. The young people then returned to Marian high school for a post prom party from 1 to 3 a.m. Junior class officers who worked for the success of the prom were Zimmerman, C.J. Ludford, vice-president; Colleen Doherty, secretary; John Dehn, treasurer; Linn Wines and Tom Paulsen, social chairmen. Set Early Deadlines For Memorial Day Week During the Memorial Day week, the Plaindealer will be printed one day early for both issues, on Tuesday and Thursday. For this reason, early deadlines will be necessary. General news will be accepted until Friday, May 23, at 10 a.m. for the first paper and Tuesday, May 27, for the second issue. Classified ads may be placed until Monday and Wednesday at 9:30, classified displays until 4 o'clock on Friday and Tuesday and display advertising, noon on Friday and Tuesday. Chaperones were Mr. and Mrs. Girard Zimmerman, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Overton, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Doherty, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dehn, Mr. and Mrs. John Wines, Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Paulsen, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Burgess and Martin Grennan. Guests were Father Phillip Kennedy, Father Thomas Dempsey, Sister Catherine and Sister Geraldine, the latter, junior class sponsor. Last year's ruling pair were Joy Hettermann and Marty Conway, also both of the McHenry area. Voter League To Pursue School Study In McHenry "What Do YOU Want To Know About Schools?" is the provocative topic of the next meeting of the League of Women Voters of Woodstock-McHenry. It will be held on Wednesday, May 21, at 8 p.m., in Room 210, West campus of McHenry high school, and will feature a program headed by Carl T. Bergstrom, superintendent of McHenry Districts 15 and 156. In charge of arrangements for the meeting is Mrs. Earl Murray, who recently headed a study of schools and their financing under the League's Local Government item. "We see this as an exchange of information between the public and the school," said Mrs. Murray. "There will be ample time allowed for questions from the audience." The program is. expected to include general information on the needs of schools, what present legislation provides for and what legislation is needed. The responsibilities of school board and administration, and what the public can do to keep educational standards high will also be discussed. School board members and administrators of districts in the area have been invited to attend and share ideas and experiences with the group. The public is invited to this meeting. For further information about it or about the League of Women Voters, call Mrs. Murray or Mrs. Daniel Weisz. McHenry Community high school this past week announced plans for summer school 1969, which will be a six-weeks session beginning Monday, June 23, and ending Friday, Aug. 1, for all classes except Driver Education. Courses offered will be American History, Art, Consumer Economics, Driver Education, English I, II, in and IV, Math and Algebra combined, Physical Education, Power Mechanics, Psychology, Taping and World History. School will be in session daily, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. until 12:15 p.m. and possibly from 12:45 until 5 o'clock. The first semester runs through July 11 and the second starts July 14. Registration will begin immediately at the West campus office, with a five dollar deposit to be collected at the time. The balance must be paid on the first day of summer school. Non-resident students will be accepted if there is ample classroom space a'hd if the home school indicates approval. Sixty classroom hours taken and successfully passed give one-half unit of high school credit. A total of 120 classroom hours gives one full unit of high school credit. Two courses will operate differently than the others. Driver education will begin June 16 and consist of two four-week driving sessions and one four- - week session in the classroom. The class session and the first driving session begin June 16, the second on July 14. Driver Education will be taught at East campus to students who have completed two years of high school and whose parents pay taxes in School District 156. Physical Education will be taught in two-hour sessions, one hour of swimming and one hour of tennis or another individual sport. Credit earned inHiummer school Physical Education may be used to replace a failure, but it cannot be used to replace future P.E. classes. Two Killed, Others Hurt In Accidents McHenry county added the eleventh and twelfth fatalities to its 1969 toll last Saturday morninig at 12:04 when Mrs. Marilyn Shores, 36, of Cherry Valley and her daughter, Carla, 13, were killed in a onecar crash on Rt. 23, north of Marengo. The auto skidded off the road, striking a utility pole on the west side of the roadway. More than two hours were required to remove the victims from the demolished auto. Veronica Sullivan of Mount Prospect, was treated in McHenry hospital for injuries sustained in a car accident at Barnard Mill and Summit roads, Wonder Lake, at 2:30 Sunday afternoon. Margaret Sullivan of Mount Prospect, a passenger in the car, said the back door of the vehicle opened and the driver walked back to shut it. As she did, the car started to roll. Margaret Sullivan attempted to step on the brake but her foot struck the gas pedal instead, knocking the other woman to the ground. - Marcia Long of Round Lake was admitted to McHenry hospital Friday, suffering injuries in an auto accident while enroute home from work in Crystal Lake. (Continued on page 4) 1 m * TIME FOR A CHECK-UP -- Martin Koleno, cubmaster of Troop 162, McHenry, is shown checking over the bicycle of Jerry Hutchinson, 9 years old, in preparation for the troop's annual bike inspection. All boys and girls in the area are welcome to bring their bicycles to the various locations for a check-up, a reflector tail for rear fender and to ride their bikes over an obstacle course. The time is Saturday, May 24, from 10 a.m. to noon. Locations are Eastwood Manor barn, with Carl Schaefer and Dick Hawkins assisting; the home of Gerald Mieritz, 3215 W. Hunter road, McHenry Shores, with A1 Mieritz assisting; and the parking lot of East campus high school on Green street, Bill Hutchinson and Don Seaton assisting. PLAINDEALER PHOTO Assess Future Of County Parochial Education "If the Catholic parishes of McHenry county work cooperathaly, they can establish X-Ray Unit Will Visit Wonder Lake The Mobile Chest X-ray unit sponsored by the McHenry County Tuberculosis association will visit Wonder Lake on Friday, May 23. (Continued on page 4) a sufficient financial base to maintain their elementary schools and Marian Central Catholic high school. If they continue to operate as autonomous units, it is likely that .the high school will be forced to close within a relatively short time, and it is also likely under such circumstances that several of the elementary schoDls will be forced to close within the next decade." This is just one of five conclusions reached by Dr. James Patriotic Note V. *"l:A M | -ft >sf. yf! ' : Many favorable comments have been expressed by McHenry residents on viewing the attractive American flags which decorate light fixtures in the business districts. They were installed last week to add a patriotic note to the city throughout the summer season. PLAINDEALER PHOTO Acting on an idea suggested by Supt. of Public Works Fred Meyer, the city of McHenry last week installed small flags which wave patriotically in the breeze from light poles throughout the business sections. They have attracted attention not only among local residents but also visitors as evidenced in this letter received (Continued on page 4) Hani on, associate dean, College of Liberal Arts, and Dr. Edward F. DeRoche, assistant chairman, department of Education, Marquette university, after recently completing their survey of Catholic schools in McHenry county. In the school year 1968-69, the Council of Administration of Marian Central Catholic high school in Woodstock found itself faced with a problem similar to that facing many other Catholic schools in the United States. Simply stated, the problem was a growing difficulty in maintaining the school in operation, primarily because of declining enrollments and d spiraling costs. The enrollment figures indicated a steady decline from a peak of 835 students in 1965-66 to 596 in 1968-69, with a projected population of 550 students in 1969- 70. During the same period the per-pupil operating cost had risen for $300 to $488, with a projected figure of approximately $535 in 1969-70. The Council of Administration felt that these trends indicated a necessity to examine the basic question of the continued existence of Marian Central Catholic high school. However, since this is the only Catholic high school serving the fourteen Catholic parishes of McHenry county, the council decided that this question should be researched thoroughly before a decision was reached. Accordingly, the council decided that a study should be conducted to gather and interpret relevant data. The Marcontinued on page 4) PLAN PARADE McHenry will have a Memorial Day parade once again, with plans now in progress by members of the V.F.W. and American Legion posts. Walter Kuck of the V.F.W. and Bernie Matchen of the Legion announce the assembly next week Friday, May 30, at 9 o'clock. The short service will be held at 9:30 and the parade begins at 10 o'clock. More details will appear in next week's issue.