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15® Q THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKE S REGION SINCE 1875 15 VOLUME 98 NUMBER 92 FRIDAY, JUNE 21; 1974 18 PAGES FIFTEEN CENTS $ OPEN MISS PEANUT CONTEST - This pretty charmer, Nancy Lee Smith, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Al Smith of Grand avenue, will officiate at the crowning of the new Little Miss Peanut. The contest will be held Thursday, June 27, at 7 p.m. at the Legion clubhouse. Youngsters between the ages of 6 and 8 years who reside within the McHenry high school district boundaries are eligible. The first thirty to enter before June 26 deadline will be judged on poise, pertness and personality. An entry form appears o« another page of this issue. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD The much debated Regional Transportation Authority remains in the news, and many counted that news as good last week. On Friday, Circuit Court Judge Henry Caldwell ruled the RTA as unconstitutional. For the thousands who strenuously fought against its establishment, the ruling was new encouragement for it has the effect of preventing the expenditure of any money or taking other official action. As expected, attorneys for RTA immediately announced that an appeal would be made directly to the Illinois Supreme court. It would seem that too much jubilation over Judge Caldwell's decision might be premature. We recall one of our own state Representatives remarking that success or failure of the constitutionality issue would hinge strongly on whether or not court was held in Cook or one of the collar counties involved. This Would indicate that the decision made last Friday was not a complete surprise. Whether the Supreme court "buys" the argument that the ballot was too vague is another matter. Already, its members have turned donw kNOw RTA's request for a discovery recount. It appears that the first battle may very well be a small one as the whole war is viewed. Nevertheless, it is encouraging to us in McHenry county where the issue was most decisively defeated at the polls last March. Pledge No More Unacceptable County Roads The McHenry County Unincorporated Road organization will meet Monday, June 24, at 8 p.m. at the Nativity Lutheran church, Wonder Lake. Many McHenry county leaders have been invited. Depending upon the outcome of the June 13 McHenry County Committee for Local Improvement's special meeting at McHenry high school, there will be much to discuss. The May 31 meeting of the Road organization had in attendance many county visitors, Senator Jack Schaffer, 33rd district; Rep. R. Bruce (Continued on page 9) Third Police Appeal Fails Council Rejects CCPA Again City Sponsors Recreational Park Program For Children The city of McHenry will sponsor a summer recreation program again this year for young citizens. Events which youngsters can participate in •will include shuffleboard, tennis, volleyball, softball, croquet and freethrow shooting. Depending on the turnout, more activities may be added. These contests will be held in the city park located on Pearl street. Beginning the first week in July, a specific tournament will be held almost every week. A shuffleboard tourney will open events July 4 and 5 and the program will close late in August with a tennis tournament. By spacing the activities throughout the whole summer it is hoped that more persons «.will be able to participate in them. McHenry had a busy night last Thursday, and in some ways the activities seemed to unofficially proclaim the arrival of the summer season. June 13 marked the opening of the city stage band weekly concerts, and an auspicious opening it was. With only a few minutes to spend at the park on a busy night, we heard a couple of old timers that jogged our memory, as well as one or two unfamiliar melodies. Both were enjoyable and it was encouraging to see a good size crowd attending as "first nighters". Out at the Legion home, well wishers were backing their favorites for Marine Festival queen. As we viewed the pretty new ruler and her court, we realized what a tremendous job the judges faced. Each year seems to bring out more and more beauties. Congratulations are in order (Continued on page 9) Previously the contests were open only to those children who resided within the city limits. This rule has been changed and now all youngsters who attend McHenry public or parochial schools and meet the age requirement are eligible to join in the fun at the city park. After each contest winners will be awarded ribbons, and at the end of the summer all persons who place first will receive a trophy for achievement. All events are open to both boys and girls. Co-educational teams may be entered in tourneys which call for partners. Age limits have not been set at this time, but will probably be similar to last year, when persons between the ages of 6 and 15 were allowed to play in the tournaments. Entry forms for the shuffleboard contests, a schedule of the complete summer program, and further information will appear in future issues of the Plaindealer. On Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., effective immediately, an attendant will be on duty at the Pearl street park to hand out playground equipment to the children, keep the park olean, and provide light supervision for the youngsters. At this time the children will be able to practice for the various tornaments. Any questions, comments, or suggestions for the city of McHenry summer recreation program should be referred to Steve Cuda at 385-6273. High School Board Studies Priorities Outside Budget Gene Wolf, right, vice-president of the district CCPA, addressed the City Council last Rfonday night, asking recognition of his organization as a bargaining agent for the McHenry unit of CCPA. Standing beside him is Patrolman James Crawford, who heads the local chapter. Alderman George Harker is shown at left as he and other Council members listened to Wolfs presentation. The proposal had been rejected twice before, and aldermen said they had not changed their opinion. STAFF PHOTO-BARBARA GILPIN Setting priorities for those needs not incorporated in the initial draft of the tentative budget for 1974-75 occupied much of the time of the board of High School District 156 in meeting Tuesday night. Action was taken on some items; others were set aside for further study. One of the latter concerned a request for the employment of an assistant to Supt. Richard Swantz. It was pointed out that the district employed the equivalent of 2Vfe full time central administrators three years ago, and that since then "considerable program refining and accountability" have been brought to the district. In addition, the report to the board noted that the district has increased in numbers, (including students, teachers, non-certified staff) in programs, (Area Vocational center, Learning Management, Drug Abuse, Public Relations and Citizens Advisory committees) and problems (the 2-2 year evaluation, building and financial needs). A new board memoer, Phillip Bartmann, asked what the cost of a new administrator would be, to which an estimate of $18,000 was given. After some discussion, the board gave its okay to finding someone who would qualify, but did not agree to fill the position. Members indicated a decision would be made following more study. A second request, listed in the recommendations as a "must", was for funds to evaluate district programs and procedures, and to provide "seed" resources to develop program ideas and modifications. The amount asked was $5,000. Again, Bartmann responded as he noted that "the deficit is large enough now". After further discussion, the board agreed that $500 deemed necessary for a general comparison testing program should be allowed. The remainder of the request was denied. A third item was in the area of co-curricular modifications. A total of $3,000 to establish speech and debate teams was allowed, as was $500 for club revisions. The board decided to review the request for $3,500 for an activities bus next fall after it learns whether or not there is enough use made of this transportation. The activities bus has long been mentioned as a way of making possible participation in after-school programs by those students who otherwise would have no ride home. The financial problems of the Special Education District for McHenry County came up for discussion. Action was deferred until results of a SEDOM meeting, scheduled to take place after the school board meeting, are learned. Mrs. Kathryn Alvary, who represents the local board on SEDOM, explained to the high school board that many changes are due. One of these, she pointed out, is a new administration, and the plan to name a superintendent to replace the position of director. "I hope there will be no cutback on service", she declared, adding that the question now is how this service is to be paid for. Mrs. Alvary continued by informing the board that in her check of surrounding areas, McHenry county is below average in its costs. Board members noted, however, that the local high (Continued on page 9) There was tension Monday night as McHenry policemen and City Councilmen strained to keep their tempers during the third presentation made by the Combined Counties Police association (CCPA) who were seeking recognition of their organization as bargaining agent for local policemen. Speaking on behalf of the local CCPA was Gene Wolf, vice- president of the district CCPA. This was the third appeal made by the CCPA and for the third time, the Council rejected the appeal. Wolf contended that the Council refused to recognize the group as a collective bargaining agent because it was an outside organization. He said that anyone not involved in law enforcement could be considered as outsiders. Councilmen and other city officials cannot understand policemen's problems "until they walk in our shoes for awhile," Wolf argued. He said that the city of McHenry has very little jurisdiction over what a police officer does on the job. Police are controlled by the Constitution and by State Statutes. Wolf commented that the only thing the City Council can do is decide how many policemen to hire 4each year and to provide money for them. In that way, the police department is structured by the Council. Wolf insisted that every officer wants to be the most efficient person he can be. It is up to the Council to provide the tools for them to do that job, he said. Local police departments come to their organization because they don't want to get involved in lengthy bargaining procedures on salaries, fringe benefits, etc., according to Wolf. "We do not endorse strikes but we've found outhowthey come about. I have experienced five of „ them," Wolf commented. He said they come about not because of dissatisfaction with working conditions but because people treat them indifferently. Police get the idea everyone is1 trying to prevent them from doing a ^professional job and they become disgusted and discouraged, Wolf said. Wolf felt the Police commission was not the answer to the problem. At a previous meeting, that commission presented a report and recommended that five additional policemen be hired. Wolf noted that nothing was done. "How can you say the Police commission is effective in such matters?" he asked. He insisted that the men have the right to select their own bargaining agents. They do not want to act through a "middle man" such as the Policy commission but want to deal directly with the people who have the last word on manpower, salaries, supplies' and budget priorities. Alderman Jack Pepping accused Wolf of being misinformed. "I've been sitting here doing a slow burn," Pepping said. "Because we didn't vote on the recommendations of the Police commission in no way means we do not intend to act on it. I don't think we should act immediately on r e c o m m e n d a t i o n t h a i extensive," he pointed out. Pepping informed Wolf the commission cat recommend and make a study but they have no say about where city money goes. The Council has the final authority on where money is spent, he said. Wolf agreed. Alderman William Bolger asked to address Officer James Crawford, president of the local CCPA chapter, who was seated in the audience. Crawford came forward and stood beside Wolf in front of the Council. Bolger told him that many, many people have reported to hill that "police officers never bother to^v ave, say hello or a$t like a friendly person". Bolger asked that Crawford should tell the other officers when they meet a citizen or businessman, to smile and say hello. He felt it would mean so much and it would begin to improve the (Continued on page 8) McHenry Artist Holds One Man Show At Fair Robert Tucker, McHenry watercolor artist, has gained recognition for his paintings. He is the recipient of many national and coveted awards- gold, silver, and best of show Long Time Business Man Dies At Age 62 File Battery Charge Against Pearl Street Man Fred J. Finn of 3308 W. Pearl Street, McHenry, was charged with two complaints of battery following an incident Sunday afternoon. Harriet I. Markham and Katie B. Joswick, both of Elgin, said they picked up Finn as he was hitchhiking along Route 14 in the Cary-Fox River Grove area Sunday afternoon. When they reached McHenry and he was to leave the car, Finn refused to get out. After awhile they charge he pulled the two women from their auto and began choking one of them. The other ran to a restaurant, where she phoned the nolice. Finn's bond was set at ,0'tfi for each charge and he Is 'o appear in court July 1. HUBERT "HUPPY" SMITH Hubert "Huppy" Smith, 62, long time business man on Green street, died early Wednesday morning, June 19, - McHenry hospital. He was at (Continued on page 9) medals--throughout the United States. His works are in the National Gallery, Washington D.C., U.S.C.G. Academy, U.S. Navy Collection of Combat Art, and in many private collections. Tucker is the "One Man Show" star at the Country Art Fair, underway now through Sunday at Parkland School on Ringwood road, McHenry. The Country Art Fair is sponsored by the auxiliary to McHenry hospital as a fund- raising event in behalf of McHenry hospital. This is the eighteenth annual show featuring the work of county artists and is open 12 to 10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Born in Chicago in 1916, Tucker has been interested in art since childhood and pursued the study of art and architecture through his prep school years, but a formal education was not possible because of the depression. Night school and on-the-job training gave Tucker the opportunity to practice commercial art as a free-lance artist. When World War II erupted, his career was interrupted and he joined the Coast Guard as a combat artist. He participated in four major invasions in both theaters of war. A large number of his works appeared (Continued on page 9) Pt Cavaliers Return To Drum Corps Magic For twelve years winners of the McHenry Dram Corps Magic show, the Cavaliers of Park Ridge will return to this year's Marine Festival event after a two-year absence. Popularly .known as the Green Machine, the Cavaliers are proud holders of ten national championship titles, a record unequalled in the realm of drum and bugle corps. Music for their 1974 performance includes an opener based on masic from "Carmen" and a closer featuring a medley of "Once Upon a Time", "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" and "Somewhere". The show will conclude the July 14 event. Sunday, July 14, will conclude Marine Festival events of the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce. As in past years, the final day's events will start at 2 p.m. sharp w i t h t h e m a r i n e f e s t i v a l parade. Drum Corps and bands from different parts of the country will be featured as well as marching and manuevering units. The annual event will boast many beautiful floats. Already the committee has received requests that promise to make the parade one which will surpass those of previous years. Floats are sponsored by industries, clubs, businesses and the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce. Any group wishing to enter a float (Continued cm page 9)