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A VOLUME 101 NUMBER 79 FRIDAY. JUNE 10, 1977 2 SECTIONS 22 PAGES 20' THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875" Thwart Store Burglary With Arrest Of Two Men Hurt When Hit A 6-year-old McHenry boy remains in McHenry hospital Thursday morning with a concussion and possible skull fracture after being struck by a car while riding his bicycle Monday night in Lakeland Park. Raymond C. Corey, of 1801 North avenue, McHenry, was injured when stuck by a car driven by Debra L. Henderlong of 1911 N. Flower. McHenry. Ms. Henderlong was not ticketed in connection with the accident, which occurred at the intersection of Prairie avenue and Flower. The boy was taken to McHenry hospital by the McHenry Area Rescue squad where, after emergency treatment, he was admitted. Ms. Henderlong stated that she was making a left turn from Prairie onto Flower, and noticed two cyclists in the middle of Flower street. She added that to avoid striking the two cyclists, she moved to the left and struck a third cyclist, the Corey boy. She further explained that she did not see him until after accident occurred. A witness to the accident stated that the cyclists were riding down the middle of the road and that Ms. Henderlong was not speeding, and was turning the corner properly when the accident occurred. Ms. Henderlong was not injured in the collision, and her car sustained an estimated fifty dollars damage. In a one-car accident Tuesday evening, a car driven by Jackulyn G. Galvin of 1115 S. Hilltop boulevard in McHenry sustained more than $100 damage after leaving the roadway on Barreville road and crashing into a cornfield owned by Charles Budreck of 2218 Barreville road. Galvin was not available for comment after the accident, and police were unable to contact him concerning the crash. According to the police report, Galvin did not contact authorities, but did call for a ^Continued on page 8) TRUCK ROLLOVER - The McHenry Fire department was summoned to 6703 W. Rt. 120 in McHenry at 1:26 Tuesday afternoon when a truck carrying flammable gas jackknifed while trying to avoid an oncoming vehicle. The truck was washed down, but no fire started. The truck driver, Stephen A. Hasche of Itasca was taken by the McHenry Area Rescue squad to McHenry hospital for treatment of his injuries. He was not believed to be seriously hurt. The truck swerved to avoid striking a car driven by Allen G. Stott of 4413 E. Wonder Lake drive. Wonder Lake. Stott was ticketed for following too closely after striking the rear of a car driven by Karen A. Koreba, 2911 Rose Marie, Wonder Lake. Each car sustained an estimated $300 damage in the crash, while the truck received about $2,500 worth of damage. According to the police report, St ** stated that he was westbound on Rt. 120 in the 6700 block when he noticed the Koreba car stop to turn into a driveway. He added that he attempted to stop, but slid sideways into the rear of the Koreba auto, rebounding from the impact into the eastbound lane of traffic. Ms. Koreba stated she was stopped to make a left turn into a driveway at 6703 W. Rt. 120 when she heard Stott apply his brakes behind her. She added that he skidded into the rear jf her car, and then passed her in the eastbound lane of traffic, causing the truck to leave the roadway and move onto the Two area residents were arrested and charged with burglary, theft over $150, and criminal damage to property, after they were arrested by Crystal Lake police answering a silent alarm of a burglary in progress. Daniel R. Dodge, 36, of 817 Black Partridge road in McHenry and Gregory S. Pickrum, 22, of 4419 E. Wonder Lake road in Wonder Lake were arrested while allegedly burglarizing the Montgomery Ward store in Crystal Lake early Saturday morning. According to Crystal Lake police, at about 4:45 a.m. Saturday, an alarm sounded at the station, signifying^ a burglary in progress at the Montgomery Ward store. Store personnel were notified and they, along with police units, went to investigate. At the store, Dodge and Pickrum were discovered apparently attempting to load merchandise onto a truck at a receiving dock. The alarm had been triggered by opening the dock door. Kidnapping Charge Against Two Dropped Nine Compete For Fiesta Queen It's spring, a time when pretty girls take on an added aura of fresh beauty. This lovely array will compete for the title of Miss McHenry to reign over annual Fiesta day. Culminating the charm course, competition is scheduled at 7:30 Tuesday, June 14, at the American Legion clubhouse on Ringwood road. The public is welcome to attend. From left, are Laurie Hohmann, Wendy Young, Margaret Humann, Mary Goetschel, Michelle Peterson, Kelly Staley, Kathy Herdrich, Kim Kantlehner and Eileen Connell. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD The kidnapping charge against two men in connection with the alleged abduction of a McHenry youth last Friday has been dropped by Will county police. John Lent, 20, of McHenry and Joseph Gomes, 29, of Bay City, Mich., were originally June 13 Tax Deadline While McHenry residents become involved in their own personal interests this vacation season, one small group con­ tinues to work on a major issue that will affect every taxpayer of the area. It is the Task Force, a group of concerned citizens devoted to drastically reducing a growing deficit in High School District 156. Their work has been made particularly burdensome because of the grim financial outlook facing the district when it loses about 500 students with the opening of the new John- sburg high school in the fall of 1978. The fact that these thirty-plus volunteers have contributed much in time, energy and judgment to meet the request of the school board and ad­ ministrators is% commendable. The hard reality is that recommended cuts are far from the goal. The present District 156 deficit is $500,000. When Johnsburg students leave the McHenry district, it will lose $1 million each year, and it is this loss board members and ad­ ministrators say must be recovered. A reduction in staff will account for $400,000. The Task Force is assigned the job of recommending cuts that will add up to the remaining $600,000. That's the assignment, and this is the progress to date. The Curriculum committee has come up with a suggested plan that will realize a savings The first installment of the 1976 taxes is due June 13. After the due date, there is an 1 per cent interest penalty added to the payment of the first in­ stallments. Personal Property tax levied against the corporation, part­ nerships etc., is due on the of $107,000, the largest amount through elimination of the Alternative school ($60,000). The Staffing committee ac­ counted for another $7,000 through reducing professional travel expenses and stopping reimbursement payments for tuition for teachers. . This $114,000 is the only June 27 Hearing amount that is specific. One other committee has suggested $112,000 by eliminating teacher aides - provided teachers won't expect more money for more work. Another committee recommended moving to one building, selling East campus and McCracken field. This, of same date, also with the same interest penalty. The second installment of the real estate tax isn't due until Sept. 6. It is the property owner's responsibility to check with the County Treasurer, Audrey Walgenbach if a bill is not received. The failure to receive a bill does not relieve the property owner of any added costs and penalties. The county treasurer has been charged with $43,513,232 for collection for the 110 taxing units within the county. This is an increase of $4,477,000 over the amount charged for 1975. State Reveals Particulars On Bill Of Windgate Governor James Thompson's new Task Force on Child . . . . . A b u s e , c h a i r e d b y D o n M o s s , course, would entail a Monday heard Robert Mariacher for the first time referendum. The suggestion has set forth advantages but also carries with it many un­ certainties. Is there a buyer for East campus? There has been none in the last two years since feelers were first put out. In­ terest, yes, but no buyers. We understand some interest remains. But will the price be right? For fifty years East campus has served McHenry high school students and there is a sentimental feeling for the structure at the east end of Main street. However, in view of serious problems that con­ front District 156, it is necessary to be practical. Few would like to see the building destroyed, and if it is sold there is no guarantee that it will be saved. But apart from ( Continued on page 8) publicly deny charges in­ volving his operation of Win­ dgate home in Woodstock. Moss is executive director of the Illinois Association for Retarded Citizens. _ Thompson has requested the force to report by June 15 on- any miscpnduct by state agencies and staff involved in Windgate. In addition, the group will investigate other, state institutions and programs for the mentally retarded to insure dignified and safe care. --The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services has issued a bill of particulars (Continued on page 8) charged with aggravated kidnapping and deviate sexual assault after they were found with John Orton, 19, of 4817 W. Orchard lane, McHenry, Friday night in Shorewood, 111. Lent and Gomes appeared before a Will county judge earlier this week for bond to be set on the charges of battery and deviate sexual assault. Bond for each man was set at $100,000, and „ both men remained in Will county jail Thursday afternoon. McHenry county police were aided by Orton in a drug raid last Thursday in which six persons were arrested. The police believe the incident involving Gomes and Lent was in revenge for Orton's part in the drug arrests. County police Sergeant James Connelly reported that Orton had received several threats prior to going with Lent and Gomes Friday night. The victim was found bound in the back of a truck-van belonging to Lent in Shorewood, with sexual ac­ tivities between the three men transpiring. Police in Shorewood had been alerted to a possible distur­ bance in the van by an unknown person who was parked near the van, off a roadway in Shorewood The next court appearance for Lent and Gomes will be Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Will county courthouse. Disclose Summer Recreation Plan Summer recreation was on the minds of the McHenry aldermen Monday night, with several proposals being passed to insure a high quality and safe summer season. The newest look this summer will be that it will be much easier to obtain equipment for use in either Petersen park or the Pearl street park. The City Council approved the hiring of two individuals to work at the parks, issuing equipment to persons wishing to use it. Each park has a substantial quantity of supplies, including volleyball ^equipment, basketballs, etc. In previous years, it was difficult for a park-goer to obtain these items because he would have to track down a city employee. Now, the person on duty at the park will be able to distribute the materials and collect them when they are not in use. Also, a private telephone will be installed in the storage sheds of each park in order for there to be instant communication between the park employee and either the police department or other city officials. The park workers will be employed only for the summer, and will work some week days and weekends, when park use is at its highest. Definite hours in which equipment will be available has not been decided. The city is also looking into the installation of public pay phones at Petersen park. Unfortunately, vandalism is prevalent and public phones Investigation revealed that Dodge and Pickrum gained entrance to the store through the rooftop by using an air - conditioning duct. Police estimated that bond for the two men on all offenses would be In tfie area of $5,000. While the Montgomery Ward burglary was thwarted, an incredible eighteen thefts were reported to police during the past week. As of yet, none of the eighteen burglaries has been solved. Tuesday night, police in­ vestigated a burglary at the home of Michael Ball, 7603 Deep Springs road in Wonder Lake. Sometime during the day, while no one was home, someone gained entry to the house by prying open a kitchen window. There was evidence that food was consumed on the premises, and inspection revealed that a flashlight, cigarettes, and some candy had been taken. Tuesday morning, at 11:30, William Johnson of 2619 Fair Oak lane in McHenry reported that during the early morning hours, someone stole a man's black, 3-speed bicycle and a woman's purple bicycle from his yard. Monday evening, police in­ vestigated a burglary at the home of Thomas I. Miller, 705 W. Amanda in Frlizsche's Estates. During the afternoon Mon­ day, while no one was home, a neighbor reported having seen two men on the property, one of whom entered through an unlocked window and admitted the other through the door. The neighbors were unable to identify the offenders. Taken were a stereo unit with a turn­ table and speakers, thirty-five dollars in cash, and some prescription drugs. Also Monday evening, Mary Bryan of 5510 Fox Lake road in McHenry reported that sometime since Saturday, someone stole a white 10-speed boy's bicycle from her yard. At 5:10 p.m. Monday, police investigated a burglary at the home of Charles Maier, 3903 E. Lake Shore drive, Wonder Lake. (Continued on page 8) Dr. Robert Boos Leaves District often are damaged, resulting in a reluctancy on the part of city officials to have the phones installed. Presently, the Pearl street park has a phone, but Petersen park does not. Also, the aldermen unanimously approved the construction of 10-foot cyclone fences around the newly resurfaced tennis courts at Freund field. The City Council Park committee is also formulating (Continued on page 8) DR. ROBERT BOOS STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD Dr. Robert Boos submitted his resignation to the board of Consolidated Elementary School District 15 at a special meeting held Wednesday night. He has served as top ad­ ministrator in the * ,, ,ct for the past six years. No action was taken by the board, but acceptance of his resignation is expected at the (Continued on page 8) STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD shoulder. The truck then rolled onto its side. Hasche, the truck driver, stated that he was eastbound on Rt. 120 at approximately 50 mph when he noticed the Koreba vehicle stopped in the westbound lane of traffic, waiting to turn left. He added that the Stott vehicle, also westbound, struck the Koreba auto and then slid into the eastbound lane of traffic. Hasche explained that he moved his truck to the south road shoulder to avoid a head-on crash, and while he succeeded in avoiding the collision, rolled the truck over into the ditch.