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a i § Si o i". y 'h >> f| Bwi by Okk Rabbin Oil The Sidelines Well the spring sports schedule got under way in fine style at McHenry High School Tuesday afternoon. Gary Gray's tennis team polished off Grant by the score of 8 to 0 on a windy afternoon. The tennis program has progressed in fine style the past several years. It wasn't too long ago that the netters were fighting for their life on the court. The turnaround came about several years ago when the team defeated a highly favored Elgin team. Since that time the school to the south of us, has refused to schedule the Warrior netters. Although there is no talk of a state championship at West Campus, it is becoming well known in prep circles, that the Warriors will give you a battle any day of the week. Not only do the members of the team deserve a lot of credit, but also Coaches Gary Gray and Toby Scott. The frosh-soph likewise won a big opener by the same score 8 to 0. The Warrior baseball team was rained out in its opener with Carmel. The Warrior teams will play seven games in six days, beginning with Wauconda on Wednesday. This is the time of the year when an adequate pitching staff is needed. It is rare indeed, when a pitcher will go the distance this early in the season. Generally a coach will limit the pitcher to a certain number of pitches before removing him. With the cold and chilly weather in this area, most coaches don't want to injure the boy's arm, and the safety and health of a young high school player is foremost in the coaches mind at this time. Several new rule changes are in effect this season. A player may not throw his helmet, he may not fake a tag if he does not have possession of the ball, and he may not maliciously run over another player on the opposing team. The penalty for all three violations is banishment from the game. Another important rule change is that a player will be called out if he does not slide or attempt to get around a fielder that has the ball and is waiting for the tag. The McHenry County All Star Basketball Banquet will be held on Monday ^evening at Marian Central in Woodstock. This event is sponsored by the newspapers of the county to honor the basketball players of the past season. First and second teams along with Honorable Mention will be honored in both Class AA and Class A. Paul Judson former captain of the Hebron "Green Giants" who won the state title in 1952, also played for the University of Illinois will be the featured speaker. Paul is currently baseball coach at Dundee. By popular request of the sportswriters of the county, S.I.H. will do the honors as M.C. for the evening. This will be a repeat performance for the granddaddy sportswriter of McHenry County, and we are all awaiting his wit and wisdom on Monday evening. Courtesy of Dick Swantz, Superintendent of District 156, I have in my possession a copy of "March Madness" written by Jim Enright of Chicago. The book deals with State Tourney basketball from 1908 until 1976. Not only does it picture all the winning teams, but also the box scores of the final games. Along with this are stories from the coaches, sportswriters, and former players, who participated in the state finals. It is a must reading for all high school prep fans. I'm sure if you don't have a copy, that Gary Gray down at the "Book Mark" can order you a copy. I highly recommend this book to any high school basketball fan in the state of Illinois. You won't be sorry that you purchased this book. Schedule May 16-22 Clean Streams Week II S •••• 11 V :V' || §1 if $£., 5 ;x %% II II If £& P ii # v! ft Si » Clean Streams week in Illinois, set for May 16-22 by Governor James Thompson, is an initial effort by the Illinois Environmental Protection agency and regional and county planning commissions state­ wide to involve Illinois citizens in a two-year program to rid the state's waters of pollutants. Regional advisory com­ mittees for local citizen in­ volvement in developing a state plan for making Illinois' rivers and streams suitable for swimming and fishing by 1983 are being organized by IEPA. The plan is required by 1972 amendments to the Federal Water Pollution Control act. * Agricultural land, con­ struction sites, mining areas and city streets, parking lots and residential areas are being examined to determine the types and amount of pollutants they contribute to rivers and streams. Local citizens are being asked to help develop land m a n a g e m e n t s c h e m e s , e d u c a t i o n a l p r o g r a m s , economic incentives and new regulations to help alleviate problems in local areas. Another use for a shoe bag is to tie it to the out­ side of baby's playpen to hold small toys. A small piece ot cotton stuffed in the fingers of rubber gloves will help prevent holes from long fingernails. Bring out those good woolen garments you stored thinking wool was not in vogue. You'll find they're warm and still fashionable. Many Raincoats May Not Keep A Person Dry PAGE 7 - PLAINDEALER-FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 1977 All raihwear may not keep a person dry. Only waterproof garments prevent water from passing through the fabric during a heavy rainstorm, says Nancy Moore, home economist with the McHenry county Extension service. Such gar­ ments are made from vinyl, polyurethane with a fabric backing, or coated fabrics such as lacquered or rubberized cotton. A waterproof garment will keep one dry, but it also tends to keep out air and may be warm and uncomfortable. A water-repellent garment does not protect the wearer in a heavy rain storm. It is intended to withstand light and moderate rainfall, and to serve in a variety of weather con­ ditions. Referred to as an "all- weather" coat, a watery repellent garment looks very® much like any other cloth coat. Water-repellent garments are made from a variety of fabrics that are treated with water and stain repellent chemicals. The effectiveness of water-repellent fabrics is determined as much by the fabric construction as the finish itself. A chemical finish applied to a tightly constructed fabric. M r s . M o o r e r e c o m m e n d s that one keep in mind the type of protection needed when choosing rainwear this spring. One can also purchase both of the above types of fabrics to sew raingear. For sewing construction tips, contact Nancy Moore or Kathi Heberer at the extension office, 338- 4747 or 3737 or stop in at 11909 McConnell road, Woodstock. Services are available to all McHenry county residents. Proper care of rainwear will preserve its appearance and performance. To determine what care is appropriate for rainwear, study the garment care label, says Mrs. Moore. Always follow the care label directions closely. The suggested care method may call for cleaning the garment surface with a damp cloth. When the label »says "hand wash only," do not put the garment in a washing machine. The machine agitation may pull the seams apart. Lining seams are particularly vulnerable. If the care instructions suggest the use of warm water, do not use hot water. High water temperature may cause excessive shrinkage. - When the label indicates that the garment should be laun­ dered, remember that rinsing is as important as washing. A water-repellent garment must be thoroughly rinsed. If detergent remains in the fabric, water repellency is decreased. It has also been found that ironing some water-repellent finished fabrics with a "cool" iron will improve the per­ formance of the finish. One can expect water- repellent finishes that are durable to withstand both dry cleaning and laundering. Nondurable finishes, on the other hand, are removed by laundering and dry cleaning. But no water-repellent finish will last forever. It will even­ tually have to be reapplied. A dry cleaning service can reapply the finish. One also can refurbish the water-repellent characteristic of rainwear by applying one of the spray-type finishes at home. Give rainwear proper care, and one can expect it to look smart and to keep a person dry for several seasons. BANKING IS EVERYBODY'S BUSINESS « If Problems Arise--Here's What To Do Agencies for plan im­ plementation must also be identified at the local and state levels. To obtain more information on clean water planning in Illinois, participation in plan development through a regional advisory committee, or for direction on planning activities for Clean Streams week and obtaining speakers, contact Chuck Kincaid or Sue Laue, IEPA, Division of Water Pollution Control, 2200 Chur­ chill road, Springfield 62706. By Willis W. Alexander Executive Vice President A merican Bankers Association For everyday banking transactions -- deposits, check-cashing, balance veri­ fication -- you probably know the ropes. But when a prob­ lem crops up, what do you do? Remember, first of all, that every bank has people designated to help customers work out their difficulties. They are the bank's officers, the people at desks near the teller windows. They are there to help with such tasks as untangling checkbook records and straightening out that ac­ cidental overdraft, tracking down a "lost" deposit, or ex­ plaining credit terms or fine pri^t. And they may even in­ troduce you to a new bank service that can make life easier for you. It's true -- doing business with your bank can be easy -- if you follow a few common- sense rules: • Know your banker. A casual chat with an officer in your bank while transacting routine business helps to es­ tablish recognition and makes you something more than a face in the crowd. The better your banker knows you, the quicker he can help you out when you need it. • Use one bank. Main­ taining your savings and checking accounts, as well as your instalment loans, with one bank can make things simpler when it comes to tak­ ing out a major loan or resolv­ ing a big problem. For one thing, all your records are in one place, and easy to verify. • Keep records in order. Make sure you bring all rele­ vant information with you when you do sit down with your bank officer to talk over a problem. That could in­ clude your copy of your loan agreement and coupon pay­ ment book, deposit slips, pass­ books, latest statement, and your checkbook register. With those records in hand, your bank officer will be able to set things straight much quicker. • Avoid surprises. Above all, if you see difficulties looming -- a possible layoff, an expensive illness in the family, or just the realization that your instalment debt is creeping up on you -- bring your banker into the picture and ask for help. 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Linoleum will be moved only at your risk, since it becomes brittle and is almost impossible to move without damage. • Either fold drapes or place them in dresser drawers or solidating your debts into a single loan. Some bankers may let you make alternate mortgage payments, or let you pay only the interest on the loan, until your financial situation improves. What if you are not granted a loan you think should be granted? First, don't smolder: ask why the loan was denied. Under federal law you are en­ titled to be told the specific reasons credit was not granted to you. You might also review the rating information in your credit bureau file and have the bureau correct any errors. Your loan officer can tell you who to contact. Finally, ask your loan of­ ficer what you can do to im­ prove your credit rating -- and your chances next time. cartons, or hang them on clothes hangers in wardrobes available from your mover. • Bedding and linens are good "chest fillers." But never . overload furniture drawers or shelves, since ex­ cess weight can cause damage. • Clothing can be folded and packed in standard cartons or . in chests. But to avoid ironing later, you may want to request special clothing wardrobes from your mover. Q. What does "Certified Mov- - ing Consultant" mean to me? A. It means that the person who earned the title is an informed, experienced and is a non-profit association formed by the moving indus­ try to provide a meaningful certification program to ben­ efit you. It maintains the high standards of the moving industry salespersons, who adhere to a Code of Ethics that guarantees you a highly professional move. A valid 1977 certification card indi­ cates your CMC is following these codes and is in good standing as a member of the Institute. 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