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I*AGE 16-PLAINDEALER-FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 1973 i Aft n ;! y W /mi, W •>, - LUTHERAN CONFIRMATION CLASS - Shown above is the 1973 Confirmation class at Zion Lutheran church, McHenry. First row, seated, from left, are Linda Muskovin, Cindy Braun, Cindy Povidas, Shirley Housholder, Diane Erber and Kathy Cheatham; second row, Susan Thorne, Candy Massheimer, Karen Herrmann, Tammi Bieschke, Lori Roberts, Pastor Graef, Stefanie Pitel, Julia Koss, Doris Boelter and Mary Ficken; third row, John Wrublewski, Kenneth Meddings, Ronald Wiegman, Tim Whitehead, David Bremer, John Bierman and Charles Martin; fourth row, Rick Fisher, Doug Lobitz, Randy Johnson, Greg Schaeffer, Scott Wohnrade, Dave Boelter and Mark Wagner. STAFF PHOTO/WAYNE GAYLORD County Cancer Crusade Swings Into Full Gear As McHenry County Cancer Crusade swings into full gear, progress to whip cancer con­ tinues on several levels. The American Cancer society had designated 1973 as the "Year of Earlier Diagnosis," according to the society's 1972 annual report issued recently. In addition to its heavy in­ vestment in research, the ACS is working to save many more lives from cancer now through means already available and "all evidence points to the fact that most cancer can be cured if diagnosed early enough," ACS president Arthur G. James, M.D. and board chairman, Charles R. Ebersol declared in an opening statement of the report. "Despite the increase in federal support of cancer research, the ACS says that it was bombarded with requests for support beyond the nearly $24,000,000 the society was able to allocate for research last year," Clarence Sisson^ chairman of the lfacHenry County Unit, notes, "and ap­ proved requests for support this year that could not be funded was $34,900,000. McHenry County Cancer Crusade drive total for this year is $37,000. The report details a cooperative demonstration project with the National Cancer institute to lower the breast cancer death rate through earlier detection. Twenty such centers will be established this year. Also, a stepped-up drive to motivate every woman 20 years and older, or under 20 at risk, to have a Pap test, which can identify cervical cancer before its symptoms appear, has been launched. Sisson explains, "The ACS urged that the conquest of cancer be made a national goal and a particularly valuable result has been action to establish cancer centers throughout the nation. While the concept of a center com­ bining research in the laboratory with research of the bedside is an emerging one, the Report describes what is happening in a center at Bir­ mingham, Ala. In one of its special sections the Report focuses on another aspect of cancer work today -- the scientist-physician expert in several disciplines, who is part of a team serving the patient. Dr. Loren J. Humphrey of the University of Kansas Medical center is profiled." Public education about cancer is a vital function of the ACS and is directly related to the need of saving more lives through early detection and prompt, proper treatment. In a one-page crosS-section of its activities, called "People Helping People," the ACS shows that some 17 million individuals were reached in 1972 through person-to-person Public Education programs for young and old. The need to prevent young people from acquiring the cigarette habit-the need to eliminate cigarette smoking thereby preventing most lung cancer--is reflected in Dr.c James' and Mr. Ebersol's statement, "In the year ahead we should work to set up 'Quit smoking' clinics in every community in the nation. That, along with much more and better education in the schools, involving young people themselves..." Last year alone, the ACS conducted more than 130,000 antismoking programs in the nation's schools. The ACS is a member of the National Health council which means that it must meet stringent criteria for ethical and democratic operation. Established in more than 3,200 communities, the ACS is governed by a volunteer board of directors, comprising both lay and professional people without regard to sex, space, age or religion. Utilities to seek natural gas in Atlantic. SERVICE NEWS Navy Airman Michael P. Trinski, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Trinski of 1007 Fortress drive, McHenry, is a member of the Helicopter Mine Counter Measures Squadron 12, a contingent of a special task force which is clearing mines from North Vietnamese har­ bors. The minesweeping, called Operation "End Sweep," is being conducted by minesweeper ships and specially equipped helicopters operating from ships on an­ chorage off Haiphong harbor. Craig A. Steiner of McHenry recently enlisted in the Air Force Delayed Enlistment program. Craig will leave for active duty Sept. 11. He enlisted in the air Force as a jet engine mechanic. This is one of 135 guaranteed jobs now being offered young men by the Air Force, according to SSgt Nick Panduren, the McHenry county Air Force recruiter. Following six weeks of basic military training in San An­ tonio, Texas, Airman Steiner will then go to Chanute AFB, 111., for training in the jet engine mechanic field. Craig is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Steiner of McHenry and will graduate in June from McHenry West high school. Debra Sue Walker, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Laycock, of Wonder Lake, enlisted in the U.S. Navy's Cache 180-day delay program. Cache allows a young man or woman to enlist now and not have to report for active duty for up to 180 days. Debbie is a senior at McHenry high school and will graduate in June. She will report for active duty in Oc­ tober, and will receive her recruit training at the Navy's Recruit Training command for women at Orlando, Fla. Debbie also enlisted for Dental Technician school. In the Navy as in civil life, health is one of the most important factors in efficient job per­ formance. Proper care of the teeth is essential in the total health picture. The dental technician assists the dental officer in all phases of dental work. Debbie's enlistment was completed at the Navy office, Armed Forces Recruiting center, 144 Washington street, Woodstock. BUTTON BARBS ON THIS SPRING TIRE SALE FIRESTONE & DELTA PASSENGER CAR TIRES 25% • 50% JLL FULL 4 • PLY OFF BUY NOW & SAVE McHenry Tire Mart 3931 W MAIN ST. PH. 385-0294 THE MAM WHO GEXe> AHEAP TUB ONE iVHO QOBS MORE THAN IS HECSS SARY-ANP KEEPS OM DOlMO IT % • SHOES SCARVES •JEWELRY HATS • DRESSES • CO-ORDINATES •BLAZERS •COATS 1216 N. GREEN ST. McHENRY Open Friday til 9 (FRIDAY, APRIL 20TH AT 4:00 P.M.) FARMER'S MARKET FOR CASUAL DINING AND COCKTAILS" EASTER SUNDAY!!! WE WILL BE OPEN AT 2:00 & HAVE FREE CANDY FOR THE KIDS! 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