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SECTION 2-PAGE 2-PLAINPEALER-WEP., NOVEMBER 15, 1972 Meet a new friend with an old problem. CONSUMERS' CORNER* Woodsy Owl is the friend. He's the new national symbol for a clean environment. The old problem is pollution. Woodsy's con­ cerned about pollution and the quality of our environment. Each year, every man, woman and child in the United States throws away about one ton of paper, cans and garbage. Woodsy gives a hoot, he'd like us to make useful things from this waste. First, if you use aluminum cans, save them and return them to proper re­ cycling centers...that goes for glass containers too. It can cost almost as much as the original drink to clean up the litter. Work out ways to recycle your old papers too. It costs more to dispose of a large city Sunday paper than it costs to buy it. The problem's a big one. But it can be solved, if we all do our part. Give a hoot! Dont pollute. Join Woodsy. Give a hoot. Don't pollute. Work out ways to make wastes useful. 0. Where the money goes Food prices in the last year have risen 3.7 percent. This high­ er than any of us Hke, but it is not a crisis. In fact, the 3.7 percent rise is less than the average rate of increase during 1967-71, when food prices were not considered to be a serious problem. It is true, of course, that some food prices have risen more than the average. Meat prices rose 11.6 percent Meat accounts for only about a fourth of your food budget. If meat prices went up more than the average, the prices of some other foods had to go up less than the average - or decline. So here's what happened in the past year (July 1971 through June 1972): Prices actually went down for cereals, bakery products, poultry, eggs, and non-alcoholic beverages; Prices of dairy products rose less than 1 percent; Prices of fruits and vegetables rose less than 2 percent. Figures from the Bureau of La­ bor Statistics show that the aver­ age American's take-home pay is up 7.2 percent in the past year. The average consumer could have bought 18 percent more food than a year ago. But, they chose to buy more other things: cars, appli­ ances, vacations, clothes, housing, etc. Buying more non-food prod­ ucts and services has been attrac­ tive because nonfood prices have risen only 2.9 percent in the past year - so much less than food prices that other things looked "cheap" while food seemed "high" by comparison. HOSPITAL AUXILIARY OFFICERS - Officers of the Woman's Auxiliary of Memorial Hospital for McHenry County assume duties following the election late last month. From left, front, Mrs. Rex Linder, vice-president; Mrs. Eugene O'Brien, president; and Mrs. Marge Emery, vice-president. In back, Mrs. Alice Kell, corresponding secretary; Mrs. Kenneth Decker, membership chairman; and Mrs. Andy Kuby, secretary. (DON PEASLEY PHOTO) SELECTING A TV SET: THE SCREENING PROCESS with a -inventor What makes one TV set better than others? What are the signs of quality to check for? 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A few color set makers have already switched to pre­ set controls which eliminate the normal fuss and fumble associated with adjusting for good color reception to suit individual tastes. In some top quality color sets such as those made by Teledyne Packard Bell, there is a provi­ sion called "Tele-Magic," one-button total control that locks in the best picture elec­ tronically and automatically. Their six-in-one control is activated through one button that adjusts for brightness, contrast, color hue, color gain (intensity), automatic fre­ quency control and color tint for natural flesh tones. It actually allows permanent setting of the picture the way you like it and does away with constant fiddling with the set. 4. There is now a race among manufacturers to achieve higher color picture brightness levels. Ask to view black matrix type color tubes, those that combine improved phosphor with a new process that surrounds the screen's nearly one mil­ lion tiny dots with a black coating. Black matrix or sur­ round offers brilliance, color purity and color fidelity not found in conventional tubes. 5. For added convenience, the set should have a remote- control-ready feature, with wireless controls available at time of purchase or later. 111111111111": 'lipii;,- snowballs, the ratio is out of whack. 7. Basic controls should be easy to reach. These include on*off, volume and channel selectors for both UHF and VHF. 8. Study the furniture styling of a table model or a console. A television set now is a functional part of a room's decor and should be purchased with its appearance in mind. |i.1' ' ' 0 6. The noise level should be checked. First, make sure that you already have a good antenna and are receiving a clear signal. Turn to an un­ used channel in your area. If there are little dots of snow, the ratio between noise and picture is good. If you see big 9. Consider the cabinetry for craftsmanship. Is the styl-' ing attractive? Is the finish clean and rich? Do the appointments, such as grill cloth, blend with the rest of the set? Is the design some­ thing you can live with as: a fine piece of furniture for a number of years? 10. Don't be snowed by electronics terminology. Transistors are smaller than tubes and allow use of print­ ed circuits. This is a space- saver. Transistors cut down on heat and thus lengthen the life of parts. Tune in on these ten tips on buying a television set and consider them before screen­ ing various models. Then con­ sult with your dealer. Once you show him that you're in the "know," he won't offer any interference in helping you make the best choice. your week ahead BY DR. A.W. DAMIS carpet your home for the holidays -- and save! SAVE UP TO 70% $199 SALE 1*™ to •5* SQ.YD. OVER 2/000 REMNANTS - Choose from the largest selection of remnants in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin...remnants for every taste, every budget, every decor. Literally hundreds of colors, styles and patterns. CASH 'N CARRY FOAM BACK CARPET - Means savings for every smart homemaker. Over 300 rolls and 50 beautiful colors in Tidy's stock...indoor / outdoor, kitchen carpet and much/ much more! Save installation charges, bring your room sizes. IN STOCK FOR IMMEDIA TE DELIVER Y Choose from America's most famous mills: Karastan, Lees, Bigelow, Mohawk. Berven, Alexander Smith, Armstrong, Masland, Trend, Barwick, Coronet, Aldon, World, Evans & Black, Milliken, Magee, Columbus, Firth, Monticello, Monarch, Cabin Craft. Venture, Jorges, Ozite, Viking, Gullistan, Charter, West Point Pepperell. & RUGS 200 WASHINGTON (815)338-1000 WOODSTOCK,ILL. STORE HOURS: Monday, Thursday, Friday 'til 9 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday 'til 5 p.m.; Sunday 12 to 5 Forecast Period: November 19 to November 26,1972 ARIES Many of your sign are inclined to "speak with Mar. 21 • Apr. 19 worked tongue." So, reverse your logic. Other­ wise? Your deceptiveness will be discovered. And then? You will be labeled a hypocrite! TAURUS Listen well, Taurus! It's that time for get rich Apr. 20 • May 20 schemes. Bluntly, avoid speculative financial ventures. As a matter of fact, it's wise to tight­ en your purse strings. GEMINI It seems as though you will be over analytical May 21 • June 20 about your relationship with a member of the opposite seel. Don't tamper with your present romance pattern. MOONC1IILD You are entering a phase of believing that self June 21 • July 22 control is something that other people lack. Systemized self deception shows in your chart. Look into it! LEO For those under your sign unattached, there's July 23 - Aug. 22 dramatic changes in the romance department - on the wing. Other Leos? Stick close to home base; questionable social activities, indicated. VIRGO The want of solitude seems to be in the general Aug. 23 - Sept. 22 scheme and design of things. A chain of subtle events, involving the opposite sex, calls for thinking - alone! LIBRA This happens to be one of those cosmic cycles, Sept. 23 - Oct. 22 when judging character won't be one of your strong traits. Don't pre-judge a member of the ' opposite sex. SCOItl'IO Stumbling over minor irritabilities weaves Oct. 23 - Nov. 21 through the chart, for most members of your sign. One other thing! Over possessiveness is indicated, also. SAGITTARIUS Nostalgia, and a trip down memory lane are in Nov. 22 • Dec. 21 this week's cosmic pattern. In some cases the thoughts of an old flame will burn, brightly. CAPRICORN Hold it Capricorn! According to your chart, in Dec. 22 - Jan. 19 the far dark corner of your mind - there's thoughts of undermining a superior. Advice? Not now! AQUARIUS .This week happens to be one of those rare Jan. 20 • Feb. IK periods, when first impressions and snap de­ cisions are in order. You can't go wrong, if, you follow your own ideas. PISCES Most members of your sign have reached a Feb. 19 - Mar. 20 crossroad in life. Foolish courage, this week, could burden you with incalcuable responsibili­ ties. Advice? Don't yield to normal sympathy. PERSONALITY PROFILE For your Sun Sign Anolysis, send the doy, montn, year and piace of birth, piui 50c for pottage and handling to Or. Andrew W. Damn, P. O. Box 12/66, St Peteriburg. Florida 33733 Retirement The end of work, or the beginning of worry? Most people look toward retirement as a time of relaxation and enjoyment. And it can be if you prepare tor it. But if you don't, it can be a time of worry and discontentment. A time when you can look back and think of a million ways that you could have saved, but didn't. Well, there's no better time to think about retirement than now, while you're working. One easy way to save on a regular basis is by purchasing U.S. Savings Bonds through the Payroll Savings Plan where you work. Now there's a bonus interest rate on all U.S. Savings Bonds- Tor K Bonds, % wnen held to maturity of 5 years, 10 months (4% the first year). That extra V-i %, payable as a bonus at maturity, applies to all Bonds issued since June 1, 1970. . . with a comparable improvement for all older Bonds. Buy U.S. Savings Bonds. They'll help make your retirement just what you want it to be. Bonds arc safe. It lost, stolen, or destroyed, we replace them. When needed, the\ can be cashed at your bank. Tax may l>e deferred until redemption.' And always remember. Bonds are a proud way to save. fC\ Take stock in America. Now Bonds pay a bonus at maturity. 00 Th« U 5 Government doe* no* p«y fo* yl» .. f»»»«nled .. A public Mrxct ,n c D*p*rt*>enl of the TreMory and Th* » \