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T/Otitt'b . . . Another Fabulous Addition in Misses Contemporary Sportswear . , Of Woodstock . . . now joins our selection of fine Women's Apparel As McHenry County's Fashion Leader for over 80 years, Wien's again brings you a new and exciting collection of Quality Fashions. Jack Winter, Spring Collection of "Mix-Mates" . . . Vibrant Colors that sing of the season . . . sizes 6 to 18 average and petite Established 1894 Mon.. Tues., Wed., Thurs. and Sat., 9:00 to 5:30 Fri. 9:00 to 9:00 Of Woodstock On The City Square FLOOR DISPLAY KITCHEN KOMPACT KITCHEN L-SHAPP;, 9' -0 x 11* -0. 20 I IXEAL FT. CABINETS UPPERS & LOWERS PLUS (CABINETS ONLY) TAX PAGE 4 - PLAINDEALER-WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 1975 West Shore Beach Connie Schmidt 385-7841 Vacations For Two Families Katherine and Henry Aissen traveled to Hot Springs, Ark.," for two weeks of relaxing steam and whirlpool baths. The temperatures ranged between 70 and 80 degrees every day and only added to their total en­ joyment of the trip. They commented that Hot Springs is a beautiful and picturesque area surrounded by rolling hills and has unlimited recreational facilities. While there they toured an interesting diamond mine and hope to take in more sights next year when they return. Betty and Boyd Knaack and their daughter, Cindy, took their camper trailer to sunny Florida to enjoy a few weeks of fun. Boyd's brother, Charles, and his wife, Gladys, invited them to see the construction of their new retirement home in Key West. While there, Cindy learned how to go shrimping and Boyd caught lots of fish! On their journey they stopped at Disneyworld and Bush Gardens for recreation and also managed a brief visit with Kitty and Joe Baur in Clear­ water. The former residents say "hi" to all and have Grandma home from the hospital. It was truly a won­ derful vacation! MEETING BRIEFS At the property owners meeting held on the second Saturday of every month, there were many important matters discussed. An extension to April"-30 was passed for returning nomination forms; however, dues must still meet the March 31 deadline. Consent was given to the telephone company to put underground cables along Westshore drive. In addition, the March 8 meeting will feature a special guest, with refreshments following. Come and have a good time! NOTICE FISHERMEN * A reminder that the Mc- Cullom Lake Conservation club will sponsor a fish derby Feb. 22 and 23 with lots of prizes! All welcome. PERSONALS A very happy anniversary to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Piatt, who had a wonderful celebration Feb. 16. May you continue sharing many more years together! Michael Giddings has a birth­ day today, Feb. 19, and will enjoy the company of his friends. A surprise visit wa^ welcomed from Katherine Aissen's son, Peter Marich, who was attending ar­ chitectural business in Chicago. A reminder to please send in your donations sometime before April. Make your day a nice one folks! Diabetics From Northern Illinois To Form Branch Diabetics and those non- diabetics interested in par­ ticipating in the formation of a new Northwest Chicago branch of the American Diabetes association, Greater Chicago and Northern Illinois Affiliate, Inc., are invited to attend a meeting sponsored by the ADAGCNIA. The meeting will be held Thursday. Feb. 20, at 7:30 p.m. at Blackhawk park. 2318 N. Lavergne, in Chicago. Guest speaker will be Ms. Nike Bradley, executive director of the American Diabetes association, Greater Chicago and Northern Illinois affiliate. Refreshments will be served during the evening. For more information con­ tact The American Diabetes association, Greater Chicago and Northern Illinois affiliate, at 943-8668. The Law Serves You Follow ing The Law Is Key To , j Successful Adoption You would like to adopt a child? If so. you'll be interested to know that despite recent publicity concerning the efforts of a natural mother to regain her child, an adoption is as-final as any legal matter can be. The Illinois State Bar association makes it clear in its free pamphlet, "Adoption: A Family Matter of Legal Im­ portance", that if the law is followed there is almost no way that adoptive parents can be deprived of their child. Commenting on the recent case in which an Illinois court found the natural mother's consent to adoption had been fraudulently obtained, the bar group said: "Such instances are rare and are not likely to occur if the laws' concerning adoption are properly adhered to." Among other things, the Illinois Adoption act requires that a consent or surrender for adoption may not be taken from the natural parents, or a legal guardian, until at least 72 hours after birth of the child. And under all ordinary cir­ cumstances, once a child has been made legally available for adoption, the consent is irrevocable. "Would-be adoptive parents who fear that their rights to a child might later be suc­ cessfully challenged by the natural parent or parents, can put their minds at ease," the ISBA says. Because of the importance of following the law to the letter, persons interested in adoption should consult an attorney as one of their first steps. The lawyer will advise them of the procedures to be followed, provide the names of licensed ^adoption agencies, prepare the necessary legal papers and represent the adoptive parents in court proceedings. In its pamphlet, which can be obtained by writing to the ISBA, Illinois Bar Center, Springfield, 111., 62701, en­ closing a stamped, self- addressed envelope, the ISBA makes these observations concerning adoptions: There is no single source of children for adoption. A child may be obtained directly from the parents or legal guardian. However, the most common and ordinarily recommended source for securing a child is through a licensed public or private adoption agency. No agency will attempt to place a child for adoption until the child is legally available for adoption, and the parents have fully surrendered the child and their rights to the child to the agency. As a rule, the agency never discloses the identity of the adoptive parents to a natural parent. Before placing a child with prospective adoptive parents, an agency will make certain inquiries concerning the fitness of the would-be parents, their background and the type of home that is being offered -- that is, the actual physical surroundings. Early placement of a child for adoption is encouraged by law. Often, once consent has been obtained after passage of the 72-hour period, adoptive parents will receive the child directly from the hospital nursery. Also, adoptive parents must begin the adoption proceedings within 30 days after the child is available to them for adoption. Normally, an adoption agency requires that the child live with the adoptive parents for a short time before the child is formally available for adoption. If the child fails to develop normally or if the parents have any second thoughts about the adoption, it can be cancelled. McHenry Shores Mrs. Rose Lillegard 385-7842 Three Seek Presidency In Village will be at the village hall, and will be open 6a.m. to 6 p.m. Are you registered to vote? Do you need an absentee ballot or physical disability ballot? Check with the village clerk as engine compartment, as far away from the battery as possible. --Reverse the sequence when removing the battery. These steps provide a ground for the spark and eliminate the chance of a stray spark, says Young. Once the stalled engine is running smoothly, remove the cables. Assistance from the Veterans Administration. Now that I'm in the military service, can I take advantage of this benefit? A -- Sorry, no. A person eligible under the War Orphans Educational Assistance program may not participate in the program while in service. McHenry county 4-H leaders will soon be involved in a new leader development program, says Dave Plocher, McHenry county Extension adviser. The program "Helping You Help Youth", features the use of vinyl sound sheets. Illinois is the first state to use sound recordings for the training of volunteer 4-H leaders, notes Plocher. The vinyl sound sheets cover such topics as "What is 4-H?", "Your Role As A Leader," "The 4-H meeting," "Un­ derstanding Boys and Girls," Program Planning," and "Ideas That Work." The recordings feature such persons as Dr. Evelyn Millis Duvall, nationally known author and lecturer, and Dr. Queenie B. Mills, professor and head of the Division of Child Development and Family The village elections are set for Tuesday, April 15. Filing date for petitions is closed. Those that have filed are as follows: President (one to be elected) Jeffrey Hoffman, Rose Lillegard and Howard Bieritz; trustee, (three to be elected) C l a r e n c e S c h w e i k e r t , Raymond LaFrancis, Donald Zutaut, John Novotny and Robert Steck. The polling place Relationships and director of the Child Development laboratory, University of Illinois, as well as the voices of experienced 4-H leaders. In addition to the recordings a series of meetings has been developed to be taughts by the county Extension adviser. This new leader training program, written and produced in Illinois through a special grant from the Extension service, United States Department of Agriculture, is being tested in Illinois for possible use in other states, says Plocher. Anyone interested in learning more about "Helping You Help Youth" may contact the McHenry county Extension office on the second floor of the Old court house on the Square in Woodstock, or call the office. to requirements and time element, 385-8500. Absentee ballots are available only to those voters who will be out of the county between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. the day of the elections. VEHICLE STICKERS The village vehicle stickers are now available at the village hall. Office hours are Saturday, 10 to noon, Monday, 2 to 4 p.m., and Thursday nights, 7:30 to 9 p.m. You are aksed to bring your 1975 registration at the time of purchasing your village tags. FINES AND PERMITS Mrs. Accetta, a dog running at' large, $10 fine; Patrick Clark, dog running at large, $10 fine. Permit to Clarence Norman for room addition. ABOUT TOWN We hear that Wm Pinkonsly, Sr., Allen Lillegard, Robert Steck and the Diebold family are battling the flu bug. Brian Buck had the chicken pox and Mrs. Gunder has returned home from her hospital stay. We hope that all are back in good health in a very short time. INFORMATION CORNER For those who are having a difficult time locating the village hall, it is at 3211 Beach drive, between Hilltop and Broadway, and the phone number is 385-8500. The next village board of trustee eeting will be Thursday, Feb. , at 7:30p.m. It is always held at the village hall and the public is always invited. 4-H Leaders To Pilot New Training Program Use Care With Jumper Cables Jumper cables are mighty handy to have when your battery runs out of juice. But they are hazardous if not used properly. As simple as the process is, remember that a spark can cause the battery to explode or burn out every fuse and wire in the car, cautions George Young, University of Illinois Extension adviser in McHenry county. According to the National Safety council, when a battery is jumped, a chemical reaction occurs that releases hydrogen gas. And an air mixture con­ taining as little as four-percent hydrogen can be highly ex­ plosive Young offers these safety tips: -Turn off lights, heater, and any other electric loads in the stalled car. -Remove the vent caps from both the booster and the discharged battery to check the level of fluid. It should be visible and not frozen. -Lay cloths over the vent wells of each battery. -Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive post ot the booster battery. Connect the other end to the positive post of the discharged battery. -Connect one end of the other cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end to the alternator mounting bracket, or any other solid metal inside the stalled :: VA NEWS I; " EDITOR'S NOTE: Veterans and their families are asking thousands of questions con­ cerning the benefits their Government provides for them through the Veterans Ad­ ministration. Below are some representative queries. Ad­ ditional information may be obtained at any VA office. Q -- I am a veteran with a 60 per cent service-connected disability. Will the Veterans Administration pay an allowance for my son who was born two months ago? A -- Yes, but you must notify the agency by filing a claim within one year of your child's birth. Q -- I lost my National Ser­ vice Life Insurance policy which I have carried since World War II. Can I get a copy from the Veterans Ad­ ministration? A -- Yes. Request a copy from the VA insurance center where you pay your premiums. If you had a paid-up policy, direct your request to the insurance center in Philadelphia Q -- My father was killed in service during the Vietnam War, which makes me eligible for War Orphans Educational approved projects at one time. Tested products of the network of educational laboratories and research and development centers will also be available for examination. Registration for the con­ ference begins at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19. A banquet at 6:30 will feature a" keynote speaker of national importance to education. T h u r s d a y ' s s c h e d u l e provides opportunities for educators to choose six in-depth training sessions on projects of value to their school districts. McHenr/s newest family restaurant, is now open and looking forward to serving you. FEATURED SUNDAY THRU FRIDAY FROM 11:30 A.M. till 1:00 P.M. IVOOiV SMORGASBOARB "/ui wu CAN ar • All Kinds Of Pizza • Spaghetti • Cavatini Supreme • Salad • Soup • Garlic Bread Ail FOR ONLY Plus we have delicious sandwiches and your favorite beverages. Something for everyone in the family! Pfea -Hut 4301 W. Rte. 120, McHeniy PHONE 344 1520 HOURS: Mon, thru Thurs. llam till lam, Fri. & Sat., 11am till 2am, Sun. 11am till 12 Midnight "Our people make it better" National Educational Conference Set "Exploring Educational Frontiers," a national educational conference, will be held at the Chase-Park Plaza hotel in St. Louis, Feb. 19 and 20. Title III of the Elementary and Secondary Education act of 1965 provides funds to local schools to stimulate the development of innovative and e x e m p l a r y e d u c a t i o n a l practices. Those projects that d e m o n s t r a t e o u t s t a n d i n g educational value are approved by the Office of Education dissemination review panel. Approved projects are then made available to designated s t a t e f a c i l i t a t o r s a n d developer-demonstrators. Based in each of the fifty states and U.S. territories, these persons aid their local school s y s t e m s i n a d a p t i n g a n d adopting the approved projects in accordance with the in­ dividual system's needs. The St. Louis conference will provide United States educators the first opportunity to view the more than eighty REMEMBER WHEN? - This picture of a school class in McHenry was brought to the Plaindealer office by Mrs. Charles Dowe. The only identification, to date, has been of the gentleman at left in back row. He was Johnnie Bentz, a custodian for the local school system. Further identification, and the year, would be most welcome. «. :