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* . : > VOLUME 97 NUMBER78 FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 1973 20 PAGES FIFTEEN CENTS New Master's Program Approved For Schools River Rise With one dissenting vote, the board of Consolidated School District 15 Tuesday night voted to include in its budget an expenditure not to exceed $1,000 for material resources to be used in a new Masters' Program in Personalized Learning. Mrs. Ann Cuda explained that her negative vote was not in opposition to the program, but only because she felt in­ sufficiently informed to favor the project. The program is one which offers a special graduate plan leading to a Master's degree in Elementary Education with special training and experience in techniques of in­ dividualization, teaming skills and the humanization of education, among others. About two-thirds of the teachers participating will be from the McHenry schools. The program is a cooperative effort of the Chicago Consortium of College and Universities and the McHenry area public and private schools. The Chicago Consortium itself is described as a group of eight universities working in a "shirt sleeves" approach with teachers. The procedure is unique as university staff members work with the district's teachers during the school day in the classroom. The setting provides both parties with actual involvement with the students. Teachers taking part will be released from their classrooms one afternoon every other week in order to attend seminars held at the participating schools. They will also attend classes one evening each week. The program begins during the last week of August this year. During the summer of 1974 students (teachers) will attend a six-week summer session held in McHenry. The second year will involve a practicum, a Masters' project and one additional evening course. To participate, elementary schools must demonstrate a commitment to in­ dividualization and per­ sonalized learning. They are (Continued on page 19) * Continues--But Slower The bad news Thursday morning was that the Fox river was continuing to rise. The good news was that it was at a slower rate than in previous days. Civil Defense headquarters in Woodstock reported that residents south of the local flood gates can anticipate another two-inch rise. Director John Shay noted that the entire Chain O'Lakes area holds an unusually large amount of water which must pass through the eastern part of the county. He said if there is no further rain, the crest above the gates should be Saturday, record for high water since 1960. The previous high was set in the fall of 1972. Shay said sand bags would be available until 8 o'clock Thursday evening at the McHenry locks. Persons with questions concerning flooding conditions were asked to call the emergency operating center, 338-6400. In Lake county, residents may contact Richard W. Wilier, 312-438-8060. The first area business known to have been closed was Harmony Resort, located at 614 Bald Knob road, Pistakee Lake. Dorothy Bierchen, owner, said that by Tuesday morning the water had risen to about feet on the lawn leading to the resort door and some of it had entered the building. At noon, all power was shut off and the business closed. Ms. Bierchen said the water was the highest she had seen it in the three and a half years she has lived at the Bay. Near the McHenry locks, spill-over water had carried with it a large number of carp, estimated by some to be close to a ton. Although the body of water in which they were swimming was large, the (Continued on page 19) ISOLATED - Standing isolated in the swollen water of Pistakee Lake is Pitzen's camp. There was little reason for the "closed" f MCHENRY PLAINDEALER SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875 sign on Pitzen road, which became impassible'by mid-week. PLAINDEALER PHOTO/WAYNE GAYLORD Fines, Fees Distribution Total $71,984 The office of Circuit Clerk Margaret O'Neil this past week released a listing of traffic and quasi criminal distribution of fines and fees for the first quarter of the year. McHenry's total was fourth highest, behind Crystal Lake with $9,321.20, Island Lake with $4,876 and Woodstock with $4,645.60. The local figure was $3,889.50. Other contributions to the fines and fees were Spring Grove, $270; Richmond, $1,489; McCullom Lake, $213; and Lakemoor, $415. McHenry township collected $271. The county itself accounted for $24,543.40. Together with municipal figures, it totalled $71,984. It can only be hoped that a , minimum of parents indulged their children's whims and bought them a newborn chicken, duck or bunny for Easter. If they did, there is hope to rescue these tiny feathered friends from the sad fate of being stepped upon or growing up into large feathered enemies relegated to neglect. Mrs. Edward (Anna) Schroeder of 369 E. Crystal avenue, Crystal Lake, has been taking in as many of this type of animals as she can care for in recent years. For those who find their whim has turned into a real problem, contact Mrs. 4 Schroeder - then remember the problem next Easter! Chief Ken Espey reports a nuriiber of bikes -lost or stolen- _:wnich have been found and " (Continued on page 19) , Commemorate Law Day Visits to area schools and a Law Day ceremony in the McHenry county courthouse are among special events planned to commemorate Law Day USA this year. The formal ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 1, in the courthouse with Judge James Cooney presiding. Michael Caldwell, president of the McHenry County Bar association, will participate in the ceremony. The annual observance is sponsored by the McHenry County Bar association. Joe Condon, Crystal Lake attorney, is chairman of the committee which includes Roland Herr­ mann and Harry Kinne, Mcfienry; Murray McGuire, Michael Poper, William Cowlin and Haskall Pitluck of Crystal Lake ; Barbara Walters, James Berner and Richard Kelly, Woodstock; and Richard Eicksteadt, Marengo. During the ceremony in the courthouse, the 1973 Liberty Bell award will be presented to. some lay person who has contributed significantly to strengthen the effectiveness of the American system of freedom under law. Richard Kelly, Woodstock, will be sworn in as associate judge of the 19th Judicial court at this cour­ thouse ceremony also. County lawyers will speak at various high schools. William Elman, Harvard, will appear at Harvard high school; Jim Campion, Woodstock, is par­ ticipating at Marian Central Career day ; and Norm Pollock, Marengo, will speak at (Continued on page 19) and in the Algonquin area, next Tuesday. Civil Defense authorities Thursday said to their knowledge the only evacuations had occurred in Fox River Valley Gardens. However, a spokesman reporting from the flood gates at McHenry said he believed others at Holiday Hills and Bay View Beach had also been forced from their homes. The latter spokesman ob­ served that a "normal" figure could not be given for the height of the water since there is always a rise in the Spring. However, he did say the current flooding had set a .. .. . . Phil Bartmann and Russell Hopp of the McHenry Jaycees are shown with Sgt. George Meyer of 71716 ASSlStS the Sheriff's department, viewing Resuscianne. Contributions from Jaycee chapters throughout McHenry county made the purchase possible, to be used for the safety education unit of the C / Z7^J +»* Sheriff's department. The head model at the dummy's head is used to show how correct OS/6ty Ejaucation positioning of the mouth opens the air passage in the throat for mouth to mouth resuscitation. The dummy is also used to demonstrate heart massage. Sgt. Meyers is in charge of the unit. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD Theft, Damage To School In MARYE. WILLIAMS CANDIDATE--Latest of the candidates for Marine Festival queen is pretty Mary Elizabeth Williams, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. LaMarr Williams of 1322 Lakeview street, Sunnyside. The 17-year-old miss is active in the Girls Athletic association and is a member of the girls' swim team. She is a pom pom girl. Mary Elisabeth was a cheerleader for three years, captain for one, and was a candidate for homecoming queen. Her favorite pastimes are bike riding, fishing, reading, swimming, tennis skiing and dancing. When McHenry Lions club member, Lynn Stuart, hap­ pened to mention to his brother, Charles, that the local club is collecting used eye-glasses as one of its projects, it was a lucky day. Charles Stuart, who belongs to the Mint Canyon Lions club in California, said he had a good source for obtaining them. He phoned an eye doctor a member of the Lions club there --who had abo^t 30,000 pair he was willing to give to the McHenry club. Local Lions members arranged for transportation and paid the cost of bringing the glasses to Illinois. They have since been tran­ sferred to the Edgebrook Lions club which will be responsible for sorting, packing and shipping the glasses to areas such as Africa and India, where they will be used to supply people unable to buy glasses for themselves. Mrs. Pautz Heads Board Parkland When custodian Marty Conway arrived at Parkland Junior high school, 1802 Ringwood road, McHenry, last Friday morning about 9 o'clock, he discovered the building had been broken into. Entry was gained by kicking in a plexiglas window. Once inside, the offenders forced open numerous doors by using a pipe wrench. Rooms were ransacked, with drawers being opened and the contents scattered about the premises. The only room not entered was the sixth grade room. It appeared that the offenders knew just which rooms might contain money, such as the kitchen, office and library. 30,000 Eyeglasses Gifts To Lions Club Dr. Len Bottari, sitting at right with glasses in hand, inspects them as other Lions club members acknowledge gift of 30,000 pairs from Mint Canyon Lions club, Calif. From left, standing, are Kingsley Forbes, Butch Moore, Bob Steiner, Bill Davidson, Lynn Stuart and Jim Frett, holding banner, and kneeling, Dion Rathlxpie. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD MCC Elects New Officers Burglary Friday With the advent of Spring, many folks have been ex­ pressing a desire for added daylight hours to enjoy recreational pursuits. For this bonus, which comes soon, the sacrifice will be giving up an hour of sleep. Daylight Saving time makes its entrance in the wee hours of Sunday morning, April 29, and will remain until the last weekend in October. One of the biggest storms to kick up its heels in recent years concerned the $250 tap-in fees in the new part of the city at Lakeland Park. The pros and cons of the issue will likely be debated long into the future, and we have no intention of entering into the argument. But for those who are counting their pennies to make the first payment, take heart. The Crystal Lake City Council, in a heated controversy last week, held to its decision for an increase from $100 to $400 per unit for sewer and water tap-in. Taken from the learning center were four microphones, two cassette recorders, a radio and a film projection speaker jack. Other items missing were an adapter cord for a tape recorder, a portable black light lamp, two stop watches, a cash box, several watches from the lost and found drawer and approximately $10 in cash. Damaged during the course of the burglary were about twenty-five heavy duty locks. McHenry police believe juveniles are involved in the offense and they are continuing investigation. While on routine patrol last Sunday about noon, deputies discovered an auto abandoned Special Events Will on the shoulder of Tryon Grove road, west of Keystone road, Richmond. The vehicle had apparently been abandoned after it became stuck in the mud. While an attempt was made to learn the identity of the owner, information was received from Kenneth Bambrick of 6006 Magnolia drive, Wonder Lake, that his car had been stolen. Upon returning home after an overnight stay elsewhere, B a m b r i c k d i s c o v e r e d t h a t Ms home had been burglarized and his auto taken from the garage. Investigation revealed that the offender had apparently en-In Organizational Meet (Continued on page 19) Smith opened nominations for chairman by stating that he felt the position of chairman should be changed often so that it does not become a seat of power. For that reason he nominated Mrs. Pautz. He noted she had received the most votes in the district. Dr. William Ryan nominated Gerald Smith, who has served on the board for three years. In a secret ballot vote, Mrs. Pautz was chosen by a 4 to 2 vote. As she took over the chair­ man's position, Mrs. Pautz declared she was "fantastically proud" to be chosen and thanked everyone. Smith and Weidner were elected to their positions as vice-chairman and secretary, (Continued on page 19) Mrs. Barbara Pautz of Crystal Lake was elected chairman of the board of trustees of McHenry County college at an organizational meeting held Tuesday evening, April 24. Gerald Smith of Woodstock was chosen vice- chairman and Robert Weidner of Harvard was elected to serve as secretary. Prior to the organizational meeting, the board canvassed school board election returns and declared the following winners: Mrs. Barbara Pautz of Crystal Lake, Herbert Lutter of Cary, Walter Turner of McHenry and Thomas Leahy of Woodstock. Smith extended the board's thanks to Mrs. Miriam Miller of McHenry, who did not seek reelection and left the board that evening. She had served two years. Chairman Lutter then ad­ journed the special session and proceeded with the organizational meeting. Attorney for the board, William Carroll, administered the oath of office to newly elected trustees, Mrs. Pautz, Lutter and Turner. Leahy was absent. I