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PAGE 5 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. SEPTEMBER 21, 1R77 It's A Man's World Earl Walsh (Earl: There are times when modesty must step aside in deference to recognition. Since we knew you wouldn't tell us about your many ac­ complishments, we had to call on 'outside', or is it 'inside' help this time. Hope you don't mind.) Forty-two years ago a column called "Bacon Strip" disappeared from the Plain- dealer sports page, replaced by a column called "So I Hear". Forty-two years later, "So I Hear" is still on the sports page. But what the column's author, Earl Walsh, has ac­ complished for the city of McHenry far exceeds his significant contributions to the newspaper. His accomplishments most definitely have not gone un­ noticed by the public. He has been accorded practically every conceivable honor--and justifiably so. For during the early years, when the city of McHenry grew from a country Staff photos by Wayne Gaylord Story series by Jeff Bonato community into a city, it was Earl Walsh who, from his position as city clerk, helped steer the community in the right direction. From 1937 through 1975, Earl served as city clerk, working at first from his home and his business office, then, as the city grew, eventually moving into an office at city hall. A tribute to his efforts as city clerk is illustrated by the fact that no one ever ran against him for the elected city clerk position. His community service has been recognized by almost e v e r y c o n c e i v a b l e organization, including the Chamber of Commerce, who in 1962, named him Citizen of the Year. He has been honored by the Knights of Columbus with a plaque which reads, "In recognition of thirty-eight dedicated years." Twice Earl was a Grand Knight of the K of C's. He has also been recognized Sy the Catholic Order of Foresters, and received the Distinguished Service award from the Jaycees. He received the Law day award in 1968, and had a "This Is Your Life" program held for him. He is st|ll very active in the McHenry Rotary, and is a charter member of the McHenry Library board. There is no doubt that Earl has had a great number of plaques bestowed upon him. But one can't help but suspect that he is most proud of the picture which hangs on the wall near his desk. It is a picture of himself and A1 Lopez, when' Lopez was manager of the Chicago White Sox. Only the White Sox can rival Alvina, for Earl's affection. Make no mistake about it, with the Sox having a successful year Earl's been smiling a lot more this baseball season. Alvina, of course, is Earl's wife of thirty-nine years. They have two children and five grandchildren. As to how Earl got involved so extensively in the com­ munity, a source close to him said, "That's the way he is. He would never say 'no' to anyone." This person recalled that when Earl first became city clerk, the city was so poor that they practically "had to have a meeting to buy a postage stamp." Earl's father was a policeman in McHenry for many years, and his mother headed the local Red Cross program. Perhaps his parents' "community" involvement led to his willingness to par­ ticipate. Whatever the reason, McHenry is better off because he chose to get involved. For us at the paper, Earl, of course, means more than community service. Whether it be a need for a wry line or the latest baseball standings, Earl is the source. One suspects that, despite his affection. for the White Sox, Earl prefers high school sports to the college or professional game. He is still very visible at McHenry high school home football and basketball con­ tests, and continues to be the 'hub' around which the sports section of the Plaindealer revolves. Just about everything in life has to come to an end, and this column is no exception. From the world of Ray McGee, our Lakemoor-Lilymoor Margaret Karas 385-4934 first, to the world of Earl Walsh, our last, it's been an exciting trip through, what really is, McHenry history. Fortunately, there is one thing which isn't ending--So I Hear. For that, and a great many more things, we can be grateful to Earl Walsh. Goodwill Truck Visits McHenry Area Sept. 23 Club officers and program chairmen are urged to contact the local Goodwill industries representative for club kits and program information, ac­ cording to Mrs. Nick (Agnes) Adams. The agency serving the handicapped never makes a charge for presentations consisting of slides and in­ formation as the work of this national organization, which serves over 150,000 han­ dicapped people annually. In this area Goodwill has already served 370 clients during the past year. In addition to presentations, Goodwill also offers free literature for the membership and tours through the workshop. Churches are invited to make use of the chapel talk program which does not in­ terfere with the workshop services. The Goodwill truck will be in the McHenry area.Friday, Sept. 23, to collect donations of clothing and housewares. For pickup service and in­ formation, call 385-0863. Senator Calls Meeting Aimed At Lake Aid State Senator Jack Schaffer has stated that he will arrange a meeting in conjunction with State Senator Berning and state conservationists, to inform our concerned citizens as to the ways of aiding our ailing lake. The tentative dates are Tuesday, Oct. 4 or Tuesday, Oct. 11 at the Lakemoor municipal building. When the date is finalized, the com­ munity will be informed and all will be requested to attend this very important meeting. George Kawell attended the McCullom Lake conservation meeting and gained insight into our problems and the long range planning that will be necessary to return Lily Lake to the fine fishing and swim­ ming lake it once was. The McCullom Lake organization is purchasing a dredge and has a five-year plan, including im­ proving the beaches, digging channels and locating springs. All will enjoy the fruits of this labor for many years to come. Will we here in our area be able to again point with pride to our lake? Contact Bruno C. Karas with any suggestions, plans, etc. you have or are willing to implement. FORMER SCRIBE Recognition to Alma Hueckstaedt who has been so faithful in her writings for the Plaindealer for over six years. We've enjoyed her news reporting and wish her hap­ piness with the extra time for relaxation she will now have. BOOKSALE The library had a successful book salejast week as many old volumes found new homes. Friends of the library gave generously to make the sale possible. Now that the interior of the library has been renovated, there is more room for new books and records. Do stop in at the McHenry- Nunda library on Lily Lake road and Columbus drive Tuesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday afternoons to see what changes have been wrought. Call 385-6303 for in­ formation from your "bookie lady". TOMORROW'S SHOPLIFTER? A mother with two pre-school sons was seen at a local supermarket, reaching into a bin of wrapped candy and giving a piece to each boy. Her reply to the question of paying for the candy was, "The store shouldn't put it out if they don't want the kids to have it". My response was, "The mother should not reach up into the bin and steal the candy for her kids". Is this our "new morality"? VISITS AND FAMILY AFFAIRS Don and Louise Hipwell of Rand road got to make like proud grandparents spoiling their new little Elizabeth, daughter of their daughter, Martha f for three days this past week. Naturally, they gave her back to Mommy when she cried! A grand visit was had by all before baby Elizabeth returned to her home in Chicago. CONGRATULATIONS Another year has been given to these friends: Lu Graven- stuk, Candy Freeman, James Mentzer, Charles (aka Bud) Hueckstaedt and Lorene Martin. Hope it was a good one and that the next one will find a dream fulfilled. NEW CORRESPONDENT In order to make this column interesting and relevant, I need your input. Please call me at 385-4934 with personal news, community news, gripes and praises. Thought for today--"I finally got it all together-and then forgot where I put it!" See you next week. Health Agency Plans Meeting The next meeting of the Comprehensive Health Planning agency (CHPA) for McHenry county of the HSA- KLM will be held Wednesday, Sept. 21, 1977, beginning at 7 p.m., at the McHenry county courthouse, Room 112, Woodstock. A major agenda item for this meeting will be the review of the firsLin a series of Health Systems agency's planning documents which will serve as a basis for the Health Systems plan currently under development. This initial draft deals with renal dialysis, burn care, trauma and spinal cord injuries. The public is invited to attend the emeting and com­ ment on this draft document. All comments will be for­ warded to the Health Systems agency's Planning committee for final revisions and the setting of priorities. Copies of the support document covering renal dialysis, burn care, trauma and spinal cord injuries are available by contacting the HSA-KLM office, 400 S. Old. Rand road, Lake Zurich. agree Probably WID . 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