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15® Q THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER S 15C «• "SERVING THE CHA IN-0,LA KE S REGION SINCE 1875 VOLUME98 NUMBER21 • WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 1973 18 PAGES 8. ONE SUPPLEMENT mmMm .. ••••••••;:• : : Thirteen School Goals and recognition of the value of the water and land assets on the 3.035-acre farm. A total of 1,231 acres of the land has been converted to permanent vegetation- grassland, woods or for wildlife or recreation use, Scott said in giving his report to the district. Scott explained the farm is a cow-calf operation-one of the finest purebred Hereford herds in the United States. "Good conservation practices are a necessity with this kind of operation. Cows have the ability to use the roughage and pasture. They turn it into a saleable product," Scott emphasized. The large number of acres in pasture gives Northern Pump an ability to raise more cattle to sell. "We follow a grassland program and raise a minimum amount of corn. We market the The Brad Scott family, which operates Northern Pump Farms, has been named the McHenry County "Con­ servation Family of the Year" by the McHenry County Soil and Water Conservation district. Robert Fleck, president of the district, announced the recognition bestowed on the Brad Scott family this week as he cited the skillful use of land It's interesting and exciting - this newspaper business, as we observed at the recent publicity workshop. However, lest the public thinks it is all fun, we think our readers should be made aware of the most common problems faced by every editor. There is no better time than National Newspaper Week to focus on Blue Monday, which can descend any day. An editor who described himself as "weary and old" assessed the feeling like this: "When the mail consists of two baskets full of publicity releases and free plug material and two insertion orders for paid advertising. "When a prominent citizen , when refused a favor, said, 'well, who cares. I can walk outside your circulation area in fiVe minutes'. "When after producing literally thousands of words in hundreds of stories under deadline pressure, you misspell the name of the third assistant vice-president of a community club and half the people in town make an after hours Call to inform you of the goof. "When one of your big ad­ vertisers starts a polite (or not so polite) squeeze to see that such and such is kept out of the paper or at least 'played down'. "When a political candidate writes for a rate card, saying he plans to advertise con­ siderably in your paper and you receive nothing more than a series of 'news' releases and a request for a free subscription. "When a local office holder gets upset because you won't shoot one of those 'proclamation-type' pictures and you're already planning to run one showing the run-down condition of a piece of public property under his charge. "When the publisher is upset for some sin of commission or omission and the advertising manager hands you a piece of type that 'ought to make a dandy feature story'. "When the composition section is melting under pressure, the shop foreman is screaming for the first run and Mrs. Bottlebottom is on the phone wanting to know what the .... happened to that poem she mailed in last week. "And finally it can come when the chips are down and you have nothing earth-shaking to write about on the local scene. Man, that's the blues!" Friday we'll continue the newspaper week theme by telling what constitutes ?. good newspaper - from the viewpoint of the average reader. K.A.F. Considered For Priority Discussion of the board of education Action Goals for 1973- 74 occupied members of the Board of Education District 156 at its regular educational meeting held Wednesday, Oct. 3, at East Campus high school. Thirteen goals had been presented to members for research and consideration. Ranking high in importance was the development of ad­ ditional vocational education programs and the im­ provement of existing programs and guidance. Equally important was the suggestion of a board meeting devoted to the problem of improved understanding of, and participation in, local schools by students, faculty and community. Another important goal was discussion by the board con­ cerning the future of East campus. The question is whether it should be made a four-year vocational school and West campus, a conventional 4- year school. The board is considering ways to reapportion funds for extra-curricular activities in such a way that they meet the needs of many more students in a wider variety of activities. There are about 100 extra curricular activities which are getting funds. Some have very few participants. It was suggested that funds be allocated to the programs which have the largest at­ tendance. Before Jan. 1,1974, the board, after consulting with parents, students, graduates, faculty and administration, is expected to decide on the matter of u p g r a d i n g g r a d u a t i o n requirements. About 30 percent of high school graduates go on to college. It was suggested that a survey be made to ascertain how many of these complete one, two, three or four years of study. One member of the board suggested that college students be invited to meetings to give ideas about further education. The board was advised to make a concerted effort to discover alternatives to current funding procedures for education. It will actively campaign for improved and equalized tax assessing for local properties, help city governments build in educational revenues when planning future developments and take steps to fully utilize federal funding possibilities. Supt. Richard Swantz asked for student drug program assistance. The problem is critical and he proposed a seminar on drugs for students and parents. Parents cooperation, he pointed out, is negative. When they are questioned about the physical condition of their children who are suspected of using drugs, the parents reply they are not on medication or drugs, they are just tired or sleepy. The building trades class has contracted to build another house in Eastwood Manor. Bids have been accepted for plumbing, electrical, heating, lumber and cabinets. The trades class teacher, Walter Scott, reported his disap­ pointment with tradesmen in the area for lack of cooperation in submitting bids. One member thought the con­ tractors were overworked and if there came a slack period the contractors might be more interested. The class teacher reported twenty-six students graduated in the trades class in the past two years and only half of that number were working at their trade. Scott believes the contractors should be more interested in helping students learn their trade. The subject of building a baseball field a! West campus was referred to the Building committee to meet with school administrators and coaches for a solution. After executive session, a student from East campus was expelled for the remainder of the year for gross misconduct. Set Regulations For Leaf Disposal The question ot "to burn or not to bum" is asked frequently in the wooded areas of the McHenry community with the relaxation of laws by the En­ vironmental Health Protection agency of the state. This week, representatives of the McHenry Township Fire Protection district and city officials spoke out to clarify the situation as it affects residents within the municipality and those living outside the city but within the local Fire Protection district. The city of McHenry will collect leaves if they are bagged and placed on the curbs. No definite collection date was announced but it will be when leaves are sufficiently abundant to warrant the start of this service. No garbage, cans or clippings from evergreen trees may be included. Only leaves will be collected. The city has no ordinance regarding burning of leaves. For the past three years it has acted in accordance with the E.P.A law which prohibited all burning. Now that regulations have been relaxed by the state agency, the city will follow the ordinance of the McHenry Township Fire Protection district, which states that the burning of leaves will be allowed in an approved container and with proper precautions taken to prevent the spread of any other unnecessary fire Fire Chief Glenn Peterson, code enforcement officer, reminded this week that in 1966 the McHenry Township Fire Protection district passed a fire prevention code to help curtail grass, leaf and unnecessary brush fires. This, he said, was a very successful operation. About 1970 the E.P.A.passed a no-burning law for the entire state. On Oct. 1 of this year the law was relaxed to allow the burning of leaves specifically. However, it allows local of­ ficials to set their own rules, according to Peterson. Under certain conditions, the Fire district has followed suit and relaxed its burning or­ dinance, allowing the burning of leaves as stated above - in approved containers and with proper precautions. The public is warned that under certain atmospheric conditions the fire chief has the authority to curtail burning if he feels'it is necessary. Car Accident Claims Second Victim Oct. 6 A two-car accident that oc­ curred Tuesday evening, Oct. 2, at the intersection of Rt. 173 and Wilmot road, north of Johnsburg, has claimed its second victim. Frank X. Wirth of Antioch, 68, died Saturday in McHenry hospital from injuries sustained in the accident. His wife, Regina, 71, died Thursday morning. Gilbert M. Letteri of Rt. 2, Antioch, and members of his family were driving west on the highway when the Wirth auto, driven by Mr. Wirth, reportedly (Continued on page 17) Police Cooperate In Making Drug Arrest Cooperation between the McHenry county Sheriff's Drug Enforcement unit and the Metropolitan Drug En­ forcement group of Cook county, has resulted in three persons being arrested on drug charges. Arrested for the delivery (sale) of a controlled substance and of cannabis was Thomas J Hausher, 22, of 810 Huntley road, Algonquin. Charged with possession of controlled sub­ stances and cannabis were Carl J. Quam, 22, and Jeffery A Bailey, 18, both of 116 Elisek court, Streamwood 111 Members of the two law en­ forcement groups were able to arrange for the delivery of two pounds of marijuana and about one ounce of controlled sub­ stance (THC, a powerful hallucinatory drug) to Detective George Voska of the Sheriff's department Estimated "street value" of the drugs would be in excess of $3,000. Further charges are pending additional investigation by the McHenry county Sheriff's department. Charges against Quam have already been filed by the Cook County Sheriff's department stemming from an earlier incident this year Extensive Damage To Home, Auto In Crash Lawrence Stratton of 4313 South street, McHenry, has been ticketed by city police for duty upon damaging unat­ tended vehicle or other property. Stratton's car crashed into the Norman Macdonald III residence, 1102 Hanley street, causing ex­ tensive damage to both the home and auto. The driver told police he stopped at the sign and made a left turn onto Hanley when a dog ran in front of his auto In swerving to avoid hitting the animal, he lost control and his car struck the house. The accident occurred at 1:30 a.m. Sunday. A ticket for improper left turn with oncoming traffic was issued to Ronald Glosson of 3007 W. Emily lane, McHenry, following a car-truck accident Thursday evening about 8:30 at 2916 W. Route 120, near the entrance to the VFW Robert N. Hartsell of 4114 N. (Continued on page 17) 'Get Involved" Theme School Events Planned During Education Week McHenry Elementary District 15 public schools are emphasizing that American Education Week, Oct. 21-27. is an appropriate time for all parents and other citizens to begin taking a more active part in helping make the schools better. The schools will offer specialized programs and demonstrations throughout the week to mark the theme, "Get Involved," according to Dr. Robert W. Boos, superin­ tendent. The events include school visitations, open houses, and other opportunities for getting involved. Individual schools should be contacted for their schedule of American Education Week activities. American Education Week, observed annually since 1921, seeks to encourage local citizen support and active par­ ticipation in the improvement of education. This year the program will stress learning more about the schools as a basis for active personal in­ volvement. The nation-wide event is sponsored by the N a t i o n a l E d u c a t i o n association, the American Legion, the National Congress of Parents and Teachers and the U.S. Office of Education. Conservation Award To Brad Scott Family Early Morning Theft At Hornsby's Investigated Cash and merchandise, the total value of which has not yet been determined, were taken from Hornsby's Family Center, 4310 W. Rt. 120, McHenry, early Monday, Oct. 8. Police Chief Kenneth Espey said the alarm sounded in the station at 2:02 a.m. and officers on duty arrived on the scene just two minutes later. There was no evidence of forced entry, but a lock had been cut to permit departure through the skylight. Authorities believe at least two persons were involved in the theft. Besides money, watches, stereos and shoes were among items missing. It was when entry was made to the office that the alarm sounded, bringing police to the scene. The assistant manager had worked until about 10 p.m. Sunday night, and there were also persons cleaning the store after business hours. Police (Continued on page 17) START NEW AFS YEAR - "Sliding into the new year with AFS" is the theme for McHenry's American Field Service chapter. And members are literally doing just that. Shown high atop the slide in the city park is AFS student, "Sunny" Corbin of Barbados. On the top step is Colleen Rogers, president of the local chapter, and continuing down, at right, Sherry White, vice-president; Karen Covalt, treasurer; and Diane Pintozzi, historian. Sliding, from top to bottom, are Pat Estis, Lark Wheelock, Liz Fenske and Deb Wolf. AFS sponsor. Miss Peters, is standing at right. Missing from picture is Chris Darr, secretary. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD The start of a new year for the American Field Service chapter in McHenry will be a gathering in West campus cafeteria Thursday, Oct. 11, for the purpose of meeting Sonja "Sunny" Corbin of Barbados and other AFS students from McHenry county. (Continued on page 17) grass and alfalfa through the cattle." Continued Scott, an active community and agricultural leader: "This program does qot mine the soil, and it enables us to control erosion." Among good conservation practices undertaken are such projects as building a concrete structure in Nippersink Creek to prevent flooding and (Continued on page 17) Long Time Business Man Dies At Age 86 Link Burglary, Fire In Area Summer Home Lions Candy Roll Sale Aids Blind The traditional "Help the Lions Help the Blind" Candy day will be conducted Friday, Oct 12, by the Lions club of McHenry, Club President Lynn Stuart announced this week. Candy day helps support the Hadley School for the Blind, Winnetka; Leader Dogs for the Blind. Rochester, Mich ; Illinois Camp Lions for Visually H a n d i c a p p e d C h i l d r e n ; Dialogue, a recorded Service Mayor Joseph Stanek purchases the familiar candy rolls from members of the Lions club of McHenry. Candy day will be conducted Friday, Oct. 12. for the bl ind, and I l l inois Society tor the Prevent ion of Bl indness McHenry Lions c lub mem­ bers and volunteers wil l man street corners Oct . 12. ex changing the famil iar candy rol ls for contr ibut ions toward the overal l $1,000,000 s ta te-wide goal . Besides the pr imary projects . Candy day proceeds on a local level wil l help the McHenry Lions c luu set up glaucoma cl inics , g ive eye tes ts and buy brai l le wri ters , typewri ters , tape ntrfMirders and canes "Each Candy rol l ex­ changed". said Stuar t , "wil l help the Lions cont inue and expand services to the bl ind I t wil l a lso assure the McHenry Lions club cont inuing aid to the bl ind and visual ly handicapped in the community Good use of permanent pasture in a large cow-calf operation helped the Brad Scott family earn Conservation Family of the Year honors. Recognition was accorded the Ringwood family by McHenry County Soil and Water Conservation district. GEORGE H. JOHNSON George H. Johnson, manager of the Alexander Lumber Co. in McHenry for thirty-four years, died in McHenry hospital early Monday evening, Oct. 8. He was 86 years old. Mr. Johnson headed the local (Continued on page 17) Authorities have pieced together facts that suggest a burglary of an unoccupied summer home at 101 North blvd., McHenry, may have been related to a fire in the residence. The burglary was discovered by the McHenry Fire depart­ ment upon arrival to check a report of a fire. They discovered flames in some boxes stacked along the wall which had started to burn into the wall. Firemen also found that the (Continued on page 17)