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VOLUME 96 NUMBER 30 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2,1971 *16 PAGES TEN CENTS College Trustees Atet To Unite Citizen Unit Crashes Kill Three Three of the more than 500 deaths which occurred on the nation's highways over the holiday weekend occurred in McHenry county, although none in the immediate McHenry area. Two lost their lives in a crash which took place Saturday night at 8:45 on Rt. 173 and Siedschlag road, in the Spring Grove area. They were Edward P. Migon,49, of Richmond and Karen Hansen, 19, of Silver Lake, Wis. State police said Dale A. Swart of Rt. 3, Salem, Wis., in whose car Miss Hansen was a passenger, was travelling east on Siedschlag road and failed to stop. As his auto passed into the intersection, it was struck on the right side by the Migon auto. Both Migon and Miss Hansen were pronounced dead on arrival at McHenry hospital. A ticket is pending. DuWayne F. Koch, 24, of 211 Station street, Sharon, Wis., lost his life in a one-car crash which occurred at 1:30 a.m. Friday on State line road, 2 miles west of Big Foot. (Contihued on page 15) In a changing world, it is heartwarming to watch McHenry 's M^firial Payl will cover the south oh&ervance wen yefir atW s^e 0f realise that its spirit remains as it has been throughout the yfears. There was much about the Monday morning parade to add to our admiration of local folks. Certainly one of the features that impressed us most was the lovely float made by city employees under direction of Supt. of Public Works Fred Meyer. It carried four World War' I veterans and had the inspiring banner, 'Preserve the American Way of Life". In contrast to these veterans of more than fifty years ago were the youngsters - all numbers of local scouting greups-who proudly marched. Some of them were having their fhMt glimpse at this very special day honoring the courageous men and women who defended their country, some of them long before these young people were here to enjoy their freedom. There are many who deserve credit for an inspiring parade, and not least among them are ^Continued on page 15) Plan Clean-Up Weeks In City Clean-up Weeks will be observed in McHenry start­ ing June 5 and continuing through June 19. Starting next Saturday, and through the twelfth, city Rt. 120, and from June 14-19, the north side of the highway. No garbage will be pick­ ed up and no items will be taken that two men cannot handle. Articles should be placed (xi the curbs. Local Youths On Probation Two McHenry youths were placed on probation Wednes­ day when they appeared be­ fore Judge William M. Car­ roll. Raymond F. Marks of 729 Country Club drive, McHenry, was placed on one year proba­ tion. He had previously plead­ ed guilty to a charge of pos­ session of narcotic drugs on Sept. 16, 1970. Robert S. Ruemelin, also known as Robert S. Kosti, 2116 W. Coolidge, McHenry, was placed on two years' proba­ tion. He had pleaded guilty to a previous charge of posses­ sion of narcotic drugs Oct. 2, 1970. invite Public To Reteption For Collegt President The board of trustees,staff, and students of McHenry Coun­ ty college will hold a recep­ tion honoring the new presi­ dent of the college, Dr. James R. Davis, Sunday afternoon, June 4, from 2 to 4 o'clock. The reception will take place on the front lawn of the col­ lege's interim campus, 6200 Northwest highway, Crystal Lake, or inside the college building in case of inclement weather. The public is cordially in­ vited to attend. Deadline For AACHS Recreation Program June 3 Registration for the summer recreation program is now be­ ing taken at the West campus snack bar from 7 until 8:30 p.m. The last evening to reg­ ister will be Thursday, June 3. Registration is also being ac­ cepted at the Administration Of­ fice, 3926 West Main street, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. For any further information, call the community school of­ fice, 385-7210 The regularly scheduled bo­ ard meeting of School District 15, set for 7:30 p.m., June 8, has been changed to7:30 June7. Acting on an expressed desire of the Citizens' Advisorjp committee to McHenry County college, the college board laSt/ Thursday night agreed that thrf committee function, in th# future, as one group to study and make recommendations concerning site acquisition and - finances. 7> Included on the committee from McHenry are Miriam Miller, Theodore Pitzen, Herb Sass, Lori Huml, Jerry Boehm, John Looze and Charles Peterson. After revealing the number serving from each community, it was agreed that Woodstock, with only two, should have better represen­ tation and an effort will be made to interest others to serve. Since reactivation of the committee, there have beep fifteen persons who have declined further service with the group, and seventeen failed to respond. Acting President John G. Garrett presented the.Jmard.j list of objectives for the com­ mittee, but before approval, Member Gerald Smith of Woodstock said it was his opinion they were unnecessary and citizen members should set about the task of finding an appropriate site. Garrett read a letter from M.T. Tracht, vice-president of the Illinois Institute of Technology, owner of the college property, which em­ phasized the need for work to start anew on securing a site. The letter was in response to a request for clarification of a statement made several months ago to the effect that the I.I.T. was not interested in the sale "at this time". The most recent com­ munication, sent to the board May 14, read, in part: "Based on the facts and conditions as we know them at this time, the Institute's Crystal Lake campus is not for sale. I am sorry if our letter of March 29 did not make this clear. If you will review our past discussions and correspondence, however, I believe you will note that we emphasized in every contact that the property was never for sale in the sense that we had it on the market looking for a buyer. At the same time we were willing to talk with McHenry County college with a view toward arriving at an agreement to benefit both the college and the Institute". The question of setting a date •$pr another college referendum was discussed. Garrett in­ dicated that some sites have been investigated, including the Morton Salt property and the seminary located near Crystal Lake . However, rumors that these might be available proved false. During the meeting, Garrett reported on letters received from the college architects, Schutte-Mochon, Inc., in­ dicating that fees under con- (Continued on page 15) "Tribute To Class" June 6 Honors Seniors The first of two concluding programs for graduating sen­ iors at McHenry Community high school will be held Sun­ day evening, June 6, at 8 p.m. at West campus. Replacing the usual baccalaureate program, this will be known as "A Tri­ bute to the Class of 1971". A junior wind ensemble will play for the processional, "Pomp and Circumstance",af­ ter which Principal Richard Swantz will give the welcome and tribute to the class. Speakers for the evening will be Terry Beno, class treasurer, and Sue Reihansperger, vice- president. Music by the West campus concert choir will include "We've Only Just Begun", "You'll Never Walk Alone", "Bridge Over Troubled Wat­ ers", "Let Justice Ring" and "Graduation Day". MISS WONDER LAKE -- Lovely, blonde Lorrie DeWerdt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond DeWerdt of 3917 E. Lake Shore drive, Wonder Lake, flashes a happy smile moments after she A pretty M.C.H.S. senior, Lorrie DeWerdt"? was crowned Miss Wonder Lake Saturday night in Christ the King church hall before a huge crowd. Excitement reigned as friends and families of the eleven contestants gathered in an­ ticipation of the judges' choice. First runner-up was Mickey Dusthimer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Dusthimer of 7401 Parkwood, and second runner-up was Barbara Sullivan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Sullivan, 3302 W. Lake Shore drive. Lorrie is the second in her family to wear a beauty crown. Her sister, Nancy, was crowned Miss Wonder Lake two was crowned queen at the annual Miss Won­ der Lake beauty pageant held in Christ the King church hall Saturday night. PLAINDEALER PHOTO Presidential Scholarship To Tom McAndrews A total of thirty-five incom­ ing freshmen are included on the list of Presidential and Regents scholarship winners that has been released by Lor- as College Registrar Gerard B. Noonan. Among them is Tom McAndrews, 7212 W. Bull Val­ ley road, McHenry, a Marian Central graduate. The scholarship winners were selected by a committee composed of faculty members and administrators at Loras college. Scholarships were a- warded on the basis of high school rank, ACT test scores and a consideration for finan­ cial need. The ten recipients of Reg­ ents scholarships have an ave­ rage ACT composite score of 30, which places them in the 98/8 percentile of college - bound high school seniors. The twenty-five Presidential scholarship winners which in­ cludes McAndrews, have an average ACT composite score of 28, which places them in the 95 percentile of college bound high school seniors. The recipients are from nine­ teen different high schools in Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin and Missouri. MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY -- One of the very impressive features of the annual Memorial Day observance in McHenry Mfthday was this scene on the banks of the Fox river, where Laglon Commander Gib Congden tosses a wreath into the water as V.F.W. Commander Walter Scarbrough, right, ai.d a large crowd watch. The long line of march also visited the three city cemeteries following a brief program held in the city park. PLAINDEALER PHOTO Mark Adams, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Adams of 3713 W. Grand avenue, McHenry, was named king of the Marian high school prom, held last Saturday night at Lake Lawn. His queen was Miss Jane Klocek, of Woodstock. years ago. Other contestants were Cheryl Elbersen, Kathy Borta, Connie Miller, Deborah Lee Magnine, Kathy Kroncke, Paula Parker, Rita Robison and Debbie Palko. Miss Kroncke and Miss Palko, along with the three winners, made up the list of finalists. Judges for the event were Cheryl Setser, Miss Illinois of 1967; Beth Sellek, Miss Wonder Lake and Miss McHenry County of 1957; Sheriff Art Tyrrell and Mayor Donald Doherty. Highest Honors To Wayne Pauly On Graduation Wayne R. Pauly of McHenry was named winner of the Biolo­ gy prize, one of five special achievement prizes awarded, at the 102nd commencement at Blackburn college Saturday, May 22. Pauly was graduated "With Highest Honors" having achiev­ ed accumulative grade point average of better than 3.7 out of a possible 4.0 points. The Biology prize at Black­ burn is awarded to the gradua­ ting senior with a major in biology who has the highest overall grade point average. It was established by Dr. Larry D. Samuels, of the Blackburn class of 1955, in honor of his parents. Pauly, one of eighty students who received the Bachelor of Arts degree at Blackburn's 1971 commencement, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Pauly, of 1212 Bay road. Lake Firemen Plan Summer Benefit Event The Wonder Lake volunteer firemen's association, an­ ticipating funds needed to support its work, is sponsoring a dance to be held Aug. 22. The public is asked to back this very worthwhile organization. Through April this year, the men of Company I have handled sixteen fire and thirty- (Continued on page 15) Name Student, Adult AFS Officers For Year vice-president; Mrs. Jerome Rogers, secretary; Mrs. Ed­ ward Guettler, treasurer; Mrs. William Lingenfelter, stutept- family liaison; Mrs. Edwirateld and Mrs. Philip Wheelock, home selection coordinators; Mrs. Edmund Cepulis, Ameri­ cans Abroad coordinator; Lar­ ry Dennis, faculty representa­ tive; Mrs. Philip Wheelock, publicity; Mrs. Edmund Cepulis and Mrs. Cy Broman, fashion show chairmen; and Mrs. Da4 vid Dolby, candy chairman.. ; McHenry county will receive $22,411 as its share of $2,304,417 allocated to Illinois townships and road districts as their share of the Motor Fuel Tax paid into the state treasury during April. Linda Olson was electedpre- sident of the student chapter of the American Field Service re­ cently at McHenry high school. Mrs. Alvin Benoy has been named to head the adult chant­ er locally. Other new student officers are Donna Meyer, vice-presi­ dent; Sally Wheelock, secre­ tary; John Henderlong, treasu­ rer; Mona Wheelock, historian; and Larry Dennis, teacher lia­ ison. Class representative s are Tom Lingenfelter, seniors; Ma - delon Roalsen, Nanette Romani and Pam Ryden, juniors; Rick Rupp and Mark Rojani, sopho­ mores; and Lark Wheelock and Sue Holmgreen, freshmen. Assisting Mrs. Benoy in the operation of the adult chapter are Mrs. Richard Wiegman, Unclaimed Millions For Illinois Colleges McHenry County college has received word from the Illinois Junior College board that there are $2.7 million in unclaimed college building funds. Usually the unassigned funds are the result of junior colleges in the state being unable to provide the necessary mat­ ching funds to claim state funds previously budgeted by the Illinois Junior College board. When such funds are unclaimed they are available for distribution to other districts. John Garrett, acting president of McHenry County college, reports that, "It is an established practice to distribute unclaimed ptate allocations to other junior college districts. So that it wiH be known to the public that a saving does not accrue to the taxpayers when they fall to qualify for funds allocate# for their local community cdSSegt an unclaimed state allocation merely subsidizes other community college district* which are in a position to provide the local matching funds." MENTAL HEALTH BENEFIT -- G. Watson Lowe, chairman of the McHenry county board of supervisors, and Mrs. Wendell Van Horn, Crystal Lake, are shown holding a "Dine (Xgf* booklet as the Family Service and Mental Health Clinie lor McHenry County kicks off its summer fund raising campaign. Monies for the sale of these booklets will go toward the clta- ic's operating budget. The coupons entitle the bearer toqaa free meal with the purchase of a meal at seven different am restaurants. Persons may purchase the booklets at the cliaftc at 3514 W. Waukegan road in McHenry. Murder Case To Grand Jury After listening to the testi­ mony of the second of several witnesses in the preliminary murder hearing of Martha L. Charrey, 28, of 2705 W. Rus­ set, Orchard Heights, McHen­ ry, last Thursday, Judge Brody halted proceedings and asked that she be bound over to the grand jury. It was after the testimony of the first witness, Deputy James H. Beck of the sheriffs department, that a recess was called for lunch. On resuming proceedings, State's Attorney Cowlin called to the stand, De­ tective Sgt. George Hendle,who disclosed that death was at­ tributed to a gunshot wound in the abdomen and laceration of the liver. Public Defender Joseph Git- lin then questioned HencUe, and later asked Judge Brody if he could present witnesses he had subpoened. The judge explained that the purpose of a prelimi­ nary hearing is to determine if probable cause has been es­ tablished and an offense com­ mitted. It was his opinion that this had been accomplished and Mrs. Charrey should be bound# over to the jury. Following a short recess ask­ ed by Gitlin, the attorney said he understood such a hearing is a critical stage of the proceed ings. He added, "The tradition is that the defendant maybe able to put all witnesses on the stand". In some cases, Gitlin continued , it can be determin­ ed that the defendant has an ali bi and this should be shown at the preliminary hearing. Judge Brody replied that his (Continued on page 15) THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER * sj "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKE S REGION SINCE 1875