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.̂ .•̂ 3±lLUL UILLAOE MOTORS HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.4 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 926 FRONT RT.31 815-385-9303 1976 CHEVROLET CHEYENNE BLAZER Automatic tram., W-f* ratio, air con'loniin, p«w «toofi«t ^ brakes, ituroon I wkrte, 4-wfcoel drne, craw control, on ft oft the (0*4 tiros, rail) wheels, 4,100 miles. *0075 UTOMOBILESi 1976 FORD COURIER PICKUP 1974 % TON CHEVY PICKUP ( eft., standard traasflUNM*. radio. '2375 1974 CHEVROLET U TON PICKUP 1971 VOLKSWAGEN SPORTMOBILE CAMPER " (Continued from page 10), has devoted thousands of words in reporting the happenings of City Council meetings. This has been done in view of the in­ creasing trend among newspapers to condense news stories in the interest of space and a busy readership that no longer has time for lengthy reports. And now to particular points brought out by Mr. Wilkins: 3-5--Regarding the 7Vfe in­ ches he said was devoted to the legality charge made by Alderman Bolger concerning the Zoning board vote. Not one fl­ inch was originally devoted to the charge until the Plaindealer learned that, indeed, one phone vote is illegal and this was confirmed by the city attorney. The confirmation made a belated insert to the story of the Bolger charge valid in our opinion. 4---Why was there no mention of the presentation by the Zoning Board of Appeals chairman, who is Mr. Wilkins? This report was made previously by Paul Fidler, until two weeks ago head of the board, and most of it appeared in an issue of the Plaindealer prior to the Council vote. 6 -This is in answer to the question of why the reporter did not mention the appearance of the chairman of the McHenry Planning commission or give any of his testimony. Alderman Edward Datz, who was chairman of the Planning commission at the time of the zoning hearing, has stated that his commission made no recommendation either way on the issue. "We thought we'd leave it up to the Zoning board to decide", Datz explained. Therefore, the testimony of the new Planning commission chairman, former Alderman Jack Pepping, was regarded by the reporter as further setting forth opinions he had previously voiced as an ob­ jector in the zoning hearing. What does the McHenry Plaindealer have to lose by reporting the facts? Not a thing and many hours are devoted to doing just that. Our reporter has been covering the many unpleasant happenings of recent Council meetings with unbiased viewpoint. If his reports come through differently, it is most likely because of the super sensitivity that has built up on both sides in recent weeks). "Dear Editor: "It certainly is difficult to understand the politics in our town! , v. .; Evidently the rules you go by depend on who you are or who you know. "Why is it that during our recent election, one candidate who had proper poll watcher credentials was approached by one of our local policemen regarding her occasional greetings to voters? She then removed herself from the polling place to check on the correct method of being a poll watcher and candidate. Later she returned. Odd that in another ward the exact same situation existed but went totally unnoticed. "How can our city attorney comment on the illegal telephone polling of the zoning board members by saying, " 'This is custom. This is the way it has been done in the past' and expect that to make it right? "I'm sure he couldn't have forgotten the unintentional collection of fees in the clerk's office which were being collected because no one was aware of the procedure change so that the fees were received the same as in the past. In this instance they know it's illegal but do it anyway. "Although these are only a couple examples of the flaws in our local government, almost every day I read, see or hear about other questionable and unordinary patterns our political body is involved in. "Unfortunate that McHenry can't be run with only one set of rules regardless of who we are! "How sad that it seems our citizens don't have a voice in government unless we have the right face and name to go along with it. "Valorie Hobson "McHenry" "Editor: "The noted ztming attorney, Bob Gordon, will appear at the May 16 Council meeting in behalf of keeping residential areas from being rezoned unchecked. Explain Zoning Procedures Students Perform One-Act Play RENT YOUR OWN STORAGE SPACE Lighted & Secure JLML GUETTLER'S STORAGE 818 N. FRONT ST. (RT.31) MCHENRY' 815-385-8570 Ronald ° Wilkins, , new chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals, met Wednesday night with new board members, Edward Parks and Suzanne Kauss, and along with City Attorney Bernard Narusis explained some of the procedures which the present Zoning board will use in con­ ducting its meetings. Wilkins called the meeting to familiarize .the new members with the responsibilities and obligations of the Stoning board. A third new Zoning board member, Anna Mae Cuda, was not present. Narusis explained that the Zoning board in McHenry is advisory in all matters, with the City Council always having the final decision. With the recent Zoning controversy concerning the Edward Buss and Anthony Pintozzi zoning request, the board members discussed the policy which should be un­ dertaken in conducting them. "The chairman is the con­ trolling element," Narusis explained. "Anyone can be recognized by the chair." The attorney also offered some advice to Wilkins and the other board members con­ cerning the technicalities of admitting evidence. '"Being technical as to evidence would place the ob­ jector at a grave disad­ vantage," he said. "The meeting should be conducted so that everybody gets their' story in front of the board." The Zoning board also decided that all voting should take place in public, and the telephone will not be used as a method of casting a ballot. The discussion among Zoning board members after a public hearing will also be open to the public. Narusis stated, and Wilkins agreed, that it is important at every Zoning hearing to get the facts out. Rigid judicial procedures would be unfair to the objectors, unless they also have an attorney. Narusis advised that when both sides have an attorney, the board can be a little tighter as to what is allowed and what isn't. "The Zoning board members should never argue with either the objectors or petitioners," Narusis said. He and Wilkins agreed that the procedure of voting by telephone was adopted as a convenience for board members who could not attend the meeting. "Voting has to be done in public," the attorney said. "I don't think it (voting by phone) should be done at all." "It won't be," Wilkins added. Narusis also commented on the "abstaining" vote, noting that it really should count as a vote with the majority. "An abstention vote is a vote with the majority, and is not a 'no' vote,' he said. The attorney also explained that during the Zoning board vote on the Buss and Pintozzi petition, the vote taken on the telephone from "Bud" Adams, should not have been recorded in the final tally, but rather acknowledged as his voicing his opinion but not casting a vote. There was also discussion on the fact that only three Zoning board members need be present in order for a hearing to proceed. The number of persons needed to conduct a meeting will apparently remain the same, although five votes will still be required in order to give a recommendation to the City Council. Finally,4 Wilkins and Plan " ning commission Chairman Jack Pepping expressed a desire to communicate on Zoning petitions. "We (the Zoning board) want a report from the Planning commission on each zoning request," Wilkins said. Pepping assured that records of Planning commission meetings will be kept, and channels of communication between the two key boards will be kept open. Also, Wilkins announced that a Zoning board hearing will be held Friday, May 13, at 3 p.m. at the city hall. The board will hear^ a rezoning request from the McHenry hospital, and will also conduct a rehearing on a development in Cooney Heights. The McHenry County college theatre practice class, under the direction of Nancy Loomis, performed "Chamber Music" by Arthur Kopit in the MCC student lounge recently. The students involved in the one-act play are left to right: Rhonda Newman, Crystal Lake; Kathy Hart, McHenry ; Myra Williams, Crystal Lake; Jim Tyska (standing), Crystal Lake; Cathy Porzel, Spring Grove; Diane Greenwood, McHenry; Tammy Jensen, McHenry; and Francine May, McHenry. | SERVICE NEWS | Completes Training LINDA ANN BLUNDELL Pvt. Linda Ann Blundell, former resident of McHenry, completed basic training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, May 11. Miss Blundell was a participant in the Marine day queen contest in 1970. Pvt. Blundell is the daughter of Mrs. Ann Diedrich of Lodi, Wis., and R.S. Blundell of McHenry. PLAN FOR POPPY DAY - Mayor Joseph Stanek signs proclamation designating Poppy day in McHenry as Saturday, May 14, while members of the sponsoring organizations look on. From left are Mary Fergen, VFW Poppy chairman; Gary Prather, VFW post commander; Martin Spoto, VFW Poppy chairman; Dick Sherwood, Legion commander; and Dorothy Messer, American Legion Poppy chairman. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD 4-H'ers Explore Ag Careers CHICAGO-Agriculture is the nation's largest employer. According to the U.S. Depart­ ment of Agriculture, between 14 and 17 million people work in some phase of agri- culture-from growing food and fiber to selling it at the supermarket. Farming and ag-related oc­ cupations may turn out to be the No. 1 career choices of many young people currently enrolled in the national 4-H agricultural program sup­ ported by International Har­ vester Company. The program offers 4-H members practical training and experience in a broad range of projects and activ­ ities supervised by the Coop­ erative Extension Service. 4-H'ers 9-19 can learn-by- doing in such areas as live- "I suggest that all McHenry citizens attend at 8 p.m. "Gene Pasko" stock and poultry; plants and soils; energy, machines and equipment; ecology and nat­ ural resources; commodity marketing and farm manage­ ment. 1 heir 4-H experiences may be the start of a career as a farmer, rancher, agricultural scientist, technician, business­ man, educator or commun­ icator. More than 500 ag- related occupations are recog­ nized today, with many more likely to be identified in the future. As young people gain knowledge and skills in 4-H agricultural projects, they can earn recognition provided by International Harvester through National 4-H Coun­ cil. A full schedule of awards includes $1,000 scholarships to six national winners, an expense-paid trip to ihe 56th National 4-H Congress in Chicago Nov. 27-Dec. 1 to one 4-H'er in each state, and up to four medals of honor per county. Winners are cho­ sen by the Extension Service. Harvester has supported 4-H work for more than half a century. In addition to the agricultural awards program, the company last year as­ sumed sponsorship of an agri­ cultural exchange training program with the Soviet Union. For a quick dessert, fill packaged spongecake shells with any flavor of sherbet and top with fresh berries. RECIPE By Sarah Ann Sheridan Salads now serve as a main dish for many meals. Carrot Salad c carrots, shredded c miniature marshmal- lows c crushed canned pine­ apple c seedless raisins to l/i c shredded coco­ nut to V« c mayonnaise, ac­ cording to taste 1 c non-dairy whipped topping, or whipped cream Mix lightly all dry ingredi­ ents, then carefully fold in mayonnaise and cream, and serve on lettuce leaf. 3 3/4 »/« »/l % l/2 DT-125C Street or Trail! i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i X tmxioHM oxiha no I MOTOR COACH TOURS I All tours include deluxe motorcoach transportation with air suspension, reclining seats, air conditioning, and rest- room equipped; all admissions to points outlined in flyer; deluxe travel bag; overnight accommodations based on twin occupancy; all baggage handling; sightseeing as outlined in flyer; completely excorted. All Arrange­ ments through I.C.C. 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When you know how their built you'll buy a yamaha WOODSTOCK ..601 S. Route-Woodstock, III. 60098-815-338-6454 f# QJJCHJE QUJZ \W\ Hill I , I I From the Better Hearing Institute l\Y^ JZIL I L L I 1. Which of the following ail­ ments is most prevalent in America today? (a) Heart disease <b) Venereal disease (c) Hearing loss (d) Epilepsy (e) Blindness (f) Tuberculosis tg) Cerebral palsy <h) Muscular dystrophy (i) Multiple sclerosis PAGE 11-PI AINDEALER--FRIDAY, MAY 13, 1977 AUTO TIPS By PATRICK KELLY The winter of 1976-77, the coldest on record in many parts of the United States, is expected to produce a bumper crop of potholes on the na­ tion's streets and highways. Thes^ potholes, cracks, sand and loose gravel will play havoc with motorists trying to avoid hazards to both tires and autos. The Tire Industry Safety Council says only proper care and maintenance of tires will insure safety and savings during the hazards of spring driving over severely dam­ aged roadways. * The Council recommends three precautions drivers should take: 1. Insure that the tires are properly inflated. Under or over-inflated tires only in­ crease the chance of disable­ ment when hitting a pothole with sufficient force. 2. Slow down. The force of impact between tires and stones or potholes increases sharply with speed. 3. Keep^ an eye out for other motorists when leaving your lane or swerving to miss a damaged place in the pave­ ment. * Modern tires are built to take it, but there is a limit to what rubber and fabric will endure, the Council says. If you want to avoid cuts, bruises and blowouts, slow down on bad roads and give your tires a chance. In addition to possible tire damage from striking pot­ holes, the automobile itself may suffer too. Tire and wheel balance and the vehi­ cle's front end alignment may be thrown off. The best way to deal with potholes and road damage un­ til repairs can be made is properly inflate your tires and slow down on bad roads. it medically or surgically. If amplification is the answer, he will recommend a hearing aid specialist or an audiologist. It makes no difference how long you wait to seek pro­ fessional help for a hearing problem. (a) True <b) False Answer: (c) Hearing loss. In fact, defective hearing is our nation's number one handi­ capping disability, affecting more people than all of the other choices combined! 2. Hearing disorders afflict only elderly persons. (a> True <b> False Answer: (b) False. The earlier hearing handicaps are diag­ nosed, the better. 5. A hearing aid will do which of the following things? (a) Restore normal hearing (b) Halt further hearing loss (c) Amplify sQunds (d) All of the above Answer: (b) False. They can afflict anyone, of any age. 3. Which of these profession­ als should you visit if you suspect a hearing loss? (a) Otolaryngologist fb> Hearing aid specialist (c) Audiologist Answer: All three. You should begin with a medical ear spe­ cialist called an otolaryngolo­ gist. He will diagnose your problem, and, if possible, treat Answer: (c) Amplify sounds. A hearing aid is just that . . . an aid. It cannot restore nor­ mal hearing or halt further loss. But it can help most people with a hearing impair­ ment to hear better. What's a kilopascal? What's a kilogram? You better become familiar with these terms because the U.S. Department of Trans­ portation has just issued new metric tire size designations. J ust when the motoring public is Anally getting around to learning what the alpha- numerical nomenclature of • tire sizes is all about, the • government is now requiring a whole new language in metric. What's the rationale be­ hind all this, you ask? Well, DOT's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said the new met­ ric tire specifications were issued so that the U.S. can be consistent with a worldwide effort to standardize tire des­ ignations. Tires will be required to meet the same level of safety performance as existing tires, with maximum load ratings expressed in kilograms (in place of pounds), and maxi­ mum permissible inflation pressures expressed in kilo- pascals (kPa), in place of pounds per square inch (PSI). Sidewall labeling on these tires will have the metric unit figures supplemented by Eng­ lish system equivalents for the indicated load inflations. The tire industry is prepar­ ing educational fact sheets and material to assist motor­ ists in learning the new met­ ric designations. ••• 1975 AMC PACER Automatic tram., ratio, air conditionini power ttnunt, h(p|i rack. '2975 1975 HONDA CIVIC Automatic, 23,000 miles, Mtrtmelj food pi miloatt. '2375 1975 CHEVELLE MALIBU COUPE An conditioflint automatic, powei steerirn, power brakn, nnjl root, AM/FM ttorco. '3275 1975 AMC MATADOR t cyt. enpne, automatic trans., power stoerint my clean. '2175 1974 CHEVROLET CAMAR0 ¥4 engine, poor itMrint, wnjl to#, rail; wheels. 12975 1975 FORD TORINO ELITE Automatic, power staerinf. poor brakes, nnjt root, 17,000 milds, mint condition. *3750 1973 CA;;.;:... Automatic, poorer steering powei b<»kes. low mite. Cheeks linoit! *3175 1972 OPEL GT COUPE Custom paint, automatic, storoo, low milts. '1995 1972 P0NTIAC LUXURY LEMANS 4 door Hardtop, automatic, air condrtieoio|. Power steering, brakes ft windows. Vinjt tap. '2375 iitAtfbN WAGONSi 1973 FORD SQUIRE 10 PASSENGER WAGON Automatic, pmm stewing. power brakn, wmtmn. '2375 1974 VOLVO 14S WAGON Automatic, ptm* ttowMt MM MW '3775^ 1974 VEGA WAGON Automatic, radio, roof rack, 17,000 milei '1675