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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 10 Mar 1972, p. 1

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0 XVUMC^ THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER 'SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LA KE S REGION SINCE 1875 VOLUME 96 NUMBER 64 FRIDAY, MARCH 10, 1972 16 PAGES TEN CENTS Jr MCHtWKY Council Will Confer On Road Plan, Annexation Sentence Two For One Year In Burglary Friday in Circuit court, Judge James H. Cooney sen­ tenced Lawrence P. Greve, 22, and Charles W. Peterson, 19, both of 3308 W Elm street, Riverside Hotel, McHenry, to serve one year in Vandalia prison and placed them on probation for two years. Both pleaded guilty to burglary "in that they knowingly entered an automobile owned by Norman Lobitz of 910 Third street, McHenry". Several other charges of theft over $150, burglary and theft under $150 were dismissed in court Wednesday. Two March dates loom im­ portant for McHenry City Council members, who were asked in meeting Monday night to keep them open. On Wednesday, March 22, at 7:30 p.m., engineers from the State of Illinois Division of Highways will be present to outline plans for widening 111. Rt. 120 West. It was stressed that this is an informal meeting. Hopefully, property owners along the route will be present. The following night, March 23. the Council will convene for a pre-annexation meeting in the matter of the application of McHenry State Bank as trustee, Ralph L. Edgar, and Investment Development, Inc. This concerns the former Jacob Freund farm, north of the city limits. The City Treasurer's report showed the city continuing in a sound financial position. An item of interest in the City Clerk's report showed $4,763.50 collected for vehicle licenses during the month of February, approximately $1,000 more than collected during the same period in 1971 The subject of a retaining wall along Boone Creek near the Municipal building brought out some conflicting opinions, but finally resulted in a unanimous motion to again advertise for bids. With parking area at the Municipal building proving inadequate, a discussion was held with the District 15 school board to work out an agreement to clear an area adjoining the city property for additional parking. Some thought was also given to ex­ tending the road westerly to Third street This, however, was not the immediate con­ cern. Cost and the amount of additional parking will be the issues. A contract with the Harco corporation for service and inspection of the water tower was renewed. The cost for one year is $375.. A report from Baxter and Woodman on Unit No. 4 in Whispering Oaks showed most of the requirements have been met. A letter from Lakeland Construction Co. stated that certain work would be com­ pleted as soon as the frost is out of the ground. Another letter from Commonwealth Edison Co. stated that Ladd En­ terprises had paid for lights in Unit No. 4 and also for com­ pletion of lighting in Unit No. 3. Approval was given to the final plat of the Harner sub­ division north of McHenry. Perhaps this is best remem­ bered by many as the S.H. Freund farm. The Johnsburg Boys League was granted permission to hold a tag day in McHenry. Lloyd Wagner appeared before the Council to voice objections against the police department and snow plow drivers. He was asked to submit his grievances in writing. Council members stated thpy would then check the complaints with city em­ ployees. Observe Scout Sunday Sunday, March 12, Girl Scouts will be celebrating Scout Sunday by attending services at their local churches. McHenry Scouts will follow these schedules in the various local churches: St. Mary's Catholic, 9:30; St. Patrick's Catholic, 8:30; First United Methodist, 11:00; Shepherd of the Hills, 10:30; Zion Lutheran, 10:30; Faith Presbyterian, 10:30; St. John's Catholic, Johnsburg, 10:30; Mount Hope Methodist, 11:00; and Ringwood Methodist, 10:00. This is the sixtieth year for Girl Scouting in this county and the fifteenth anniversary of the formation of the Sybaquay council. The Girl Scouts of Kachina neighborhood, Wonder Lake- Richmond, will join in the observance also. Kachina's Brownie, Junior and Cadette Scouts as well as leaders, service team workers and committee members will attend church services together in uniform at their respective churches. This is being done in accordance with the Girl Scout promise and ideal of honor and duty to God, country and fellow man. The Scouts will attend 10 a.m. Mass at Christ the King church, Wonder Lake; 10:30 a.m. service at Nativity Lutheran church, Wonder Lake; 9 a.m. children's service and 11 a.m. adult service at Wonder Lake Bible church, among other involved church services. Girl Scout office open house will be held also on March 12 at the Sybaquay council office in Elgin, during which time Scouts and tl ir parents may visit the newly redecorated council office. Spotlight On McHenry Mrs. Lyte Johnson, president of the Woodstoek- McHenry League of Women Voters, presents to McHenry Mayor Donald Doherty a copy of the new league-published booklet, Spotlight on Woodstock and McHenry. It contains a history of the two communities, as well as pertinent information on the two cities as they operate today. The public Library and Chamber of Commerce are in possession of copies, and they will be available in quantity very soon at the city hall. Money from their sale will be used for community services sponsored by the league, including can­ didates' meetings, voter service guide and political seminars. PLAINDEALER PHOTO McHenry Area Girls To The Woodstock-McHenry League of Women Voters is soon to release, in quantity, copies of Spotlight on Wood­ stock and McHenry. A copy was given to us for perusal and we have found it both in­ formative and interesting. The publication is a result of many months of "digging" for facts. Its purpose is stated "to promote informed and active participation of all citizens in government and politics". In addition to the history of the two cities and the county, the booklet contains a section on the structure of local government, another on fire and police protection, recreational opportunities, education, libraries and health services, among others. The booklet opens with a paragraph telling how the county happened to be named McHenry. It was for Major William McHenry, a veteran frontier officer from Kentucky and White county, 111., who led a party of foot soldiers through this region in pursuit of Indiana during the Blackhawk wars of 1832. McHenry, as the first county seat, assumed its name in the same way. This is an area which might bring about strong feelings except for the fact that progeny of the earliest settlers are so far removed that the bitter loss of the county seat to our neigh­ boring city is almost forgotten. Now Woodstock wrestles not with the problem of main­ taining its stature as central county city, but of possibly losing the court house building which has served it for more than a hundred years. Whether it is practical thia year of 1972 is an assessment which can only be made by persons better versed in the financial condition of the city of Woodstock. Other factors also enter into this important decision. What has pleased us is that a large number of persons have finally stepped forth to save a landmark with which some of them have lived a lifetime. Pride in one's grassroots has, through history, seemed to spur on individuals to any number and variety of ac­ complishments. Progress, measured today by growth and change, also has its place, to a degree, in a feeling for tradition too often disregarded by those who hasten from one development to another. (Cont^nu^ on page 15 ̂ Conduct Charge Filed Against Two This Week Carlyle Braden, 23, of Route 5, Burlington, Wis., is being held in McHenry county jail since he was arrested for disorderly conduct and theft over $150 last Friday night in Spring Grove. Bond was set at $1,025. The court date is March 13. The arrest resulted after Chief Bychowski of the Spring Grove Police department reported to sheriff's police that he had located Braden, who was being sought by county authorities in connection with the Feb. 27 theft of tires, wheels and tachometer from Jim's Transmission Service, Route 12 and Bliven street, Spring Grove. While Braden was being questioned by Chief Bychowski, a scuffle developed between the two men. Since Braden is on leave from the military service, Fort Sheridan authorities were notified tliat he is being held in the county jail. John A. Ullrich of 5908 Wilmot road, McHenry, was arrested for disorderly conduct after deputies on patrol on Bull Valley road, west of Fleming road, observed someone in the Ullrich auto throw a fire cracker at the squad car. It exploded about one foot from the windshield. A description of the vehicle (Continued on page 15) oT'Zen^ght Rash Of Burglaries Under Y*ar, o*ad At u invesfjgQfjon \ n Community Two days of workshops and discussions to broaden knowledge of ways to help gifted children have been conducted in McHenry county by the Offices of Superin­ tendent of Public Instruction and County Superintendent of Schools. Edward Hall, assistant superintendent, invited school superintendents and principals to meet with personnel from the state office of superintendent of public instruction to gain some ideas on the expanding programs available to imaginative, energetic teachers and school officials. "Principals are aware that gifted children - those with the capacity to learn faster and respond to creative challenges - - need special educational (Continued on page 15) McHenry Hospital Honors Nurses SAMNATHANSON Sam Nathanson, McHenry business man for the past twenty-eight years, died in McHenry hospital at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning, March 8 He was 68 years old. Mr. Nathanson had been in failing health for the past year and a half and was hospitalized twice since the first of this year He and his wife, Madelyn, moved to this community in 1943 and a year later opened the Riverside Manufacturing company in the building which now houses the Nye Drug store. A year later, when the large building at 1402 N. Riverside drive became available, they (Continued on page 15) Four summer homes in the 2300 block of West Fairview avenue, Dutch Creek Woodlands, which were burglarized remain under investigation. At the home of Eugene Holecek at 2303 W. Fairview, deputies discovered the home had been entered by breaking a window The premises were ransacked and a coin-operated machine containing pennips and a clock were taken. It also appeared that a quantity of liquor had been consumed on the premises. John C. Aiello's home at 2321 Fairview, was entered by prying off a window screen and crawling through. Missing from the premises was one bottle of liquor and a portable television. Other articles may have been taken but this cannot be determined until the owners arrive. Although evidence indicated offenders had been throughout the home of Howard Stermer at 2311 W. Fairview, it appeared nothing was taken. Entry was made by breaking a window. Further inventory will be taken by the owners. Entry to the home of Violette Jablonski, 2317 W. Fairview, was made by breaking a glass in the door of the home. Taken were several items of jewelry, watches, several containers of coins and a Smith and Wesson revolver. Several items of canned foods were taken and the refrigerator had been disconnected, allowing a quantity of food to spoil. County deputies assisted the Lakemoor Police department in the investigation of a burglary at the home of Donald Whynot, 326 W. Northlake, McHenry. A neighbor who is watching the property while *he Junior High Place High Two local junior high schools have returned home with fine ratings received in music competition at the district level. Johnsburg's Junior high choir placed first in a contest held at Avon school in Grayslake, with one judge giving the group a perfect rating. In addition, twenty of twenty-three solos entries also placed first. Winners were Dirk Andreas, Susan Anna, Mary Andrews, Tamra Bieschke, Connie Jaworski, Kim Kantlehner, Dan Machnik, Brad McClellan, Susan Neumann, Tim Oakley, Anne Palmer, Marty Phillips, Mike Pritchard, Richard Rad, Robin Radtke, Chris Rich, Kim Spengel and Joy Vyduna. Marty Fossum and Selena Mays received perfect scores. owners are on vacation discovered the offense. A glass door on the west side of the home was broken in an attempt to enter. A basement window also was broken and the frame removed in another attempt. It appeared neither endeavor was successful as the inside of the house was not disturbed. (Continued on page 15) Musicians In Contests Second place ratings were merited by Bill Hurckes, Laura McClellan and Jim Perrewe. Ten ensembles were entered, of which four placed first. Members included Dan Machnik, Karl Swanson, Scott Wieck, Brad McClellan, Bill Hurckes, Marty Fossum, Jim Perrewe, Connie Jaworski, Joy Vyduna, Anne Palmer, Selena Mays, Kim Kantlehner, Susan Neumann, Laura McClellan, Shirley Mason, Wendy Ulick, Charlene Krabbenhoft and Irene Kuhlins. John Sheppard is music director, assisted by Mrs. Iris Bruhnke. Accompanists for the contest were Mesdames William Neumann, Willard and Oakley. Richard Mikus, supervisor of Music at Harrison school in (Continued on page 15) Workshop For Gifted ^fcHenry hospital takes the honoring nurses next weelu^ participating in Illinois Nurse^' Week. Gov. Richard Ogilvie has proclaimed "Illinois Nurses' Week" March 12-18, calling attention to their dedication and also to the anticipated need of more nurses to continue quality health care throughout the nation McHenry hospital plans one special day and evening - two separate opportunities - for all registered nurses in the area. Mrs. Carol Ragalie, R.N., president of the McHenry Hospital Nurses group, said at 2 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 14, the hospital plans an open house for all registered nurses, whether they are presently active in nursing or not. Coffee hours will include a brief program, followed with a tour of the hospital for those desiring to visit this 144-bed facility, one of the most outstanding in the community health care ap­ proach. New concepts in health care will be discussed during the coffee hours. Team nursing will be explained by Miss Karen Watermann, R.N., and Miss Marge Watson, R.N. Jim Collins and John Stahly, pharmacists at the hospital, and their assistants will discuss the hospital's unity dose system of medication preparation and administration. Mrs. Carol Altmann, assistant administrator, fiscal division, will introduce the patient representatives and discuss this new personalized improvement in health care service. Moderators for the open house discussions will be Mrs. Ragalie and Miss Patricia Miller, R.N., assistant director of nursing at McHenry hospital. Theme for this year's state­ wide Illinois Nurses' Week salute is "Honor Nursing, the C a r i n g P r o f e s s i o n . ' ' Throughout the year, nurses care for people in a career that is a personalized effort for them Mayor Don Doherty, who applauds the special week to honor nurses, said, "This is the week to let our nurses know we appreciate their devotion to the people who come to them for care." McHenry hospital has eighty- seven full-time and part-time nurses plus an additional eight licensed practical nurses. A large percentage of the hospital's total complement of 340 full - and part-time em­ ployees is in this one depart­ ment, one of those that comes in close contact with patients twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week In his proclamation, Gov Ogilvie noted the state has about 73,000 nurses today. He said even more will be needed within the next decade to provide curative and preventative treatment for a growing population'. School officials In McHenry connty participate la a usrkshop to improve educational opportunities for gifted children. Program was sponsored by the offices of the County Superintendent of Schools and State Superintendent of Public Instruction. From left, clockwise, James Golden, Harrison school, Wonder Lake; Dave Frederick, Harvard junior high school; Robert Camp, Central and Washington schools; Mrs. Marilyn Meissner, Harvard, director of the North Suburban center; Don Toole, 0 McHenry Junior high school; Russell Cooper, Landmark school, McHenry; and Mrs. Dorothy Ullrich, Edgebrook school, McHenry. DON PEASLEY PHOTO A salute to registered nurses, a profession known for its ex­ traordinary devotion to the people nurses serve, begins Saturday and McHenry hospital's staff members are preparing to join in the salute during Illinois Nurses' Week March 12-18. An open house for all R.N.'s in the area is set for two different times Tuesday. Par­ ticipants at McHenry hospital include, from left, Mrs. ( arol Alt­ mann, assistant administrator, fiscal division; Mrs. (arol Ragalie, R.N., president of the McHenry Hospital Nurses group; and John Stahly, registered pharmacist. (DON PEASLEY PHOTO)

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