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PAGE 20 - PLA1NPEALER- WEDNESDAY. SEPTEMBER 28, It77 EDITORIALS An American Trend Experts say about one-third of all meals consumed in America today are restaurant or fast-food shop prepared. In a few years the figure will reach 50 per cent, it's claimed. Hamburger, roast beef sandwich, and other chain fast-food Stores continue to mushroom all ova: the country. The latest trend is to open these establishments in residential neighborhoods, or nearby, and not always on crowded highways. Thus, eating out is fast becoming the great American pastime. That being true, a look at pricing practices in general is very much in order. While the new trend is convenience for the working housewife, husband and others, if one isn't careful, costs can be unreasonable. , Some chains keep their costs at reasonable levels, but some establishments, charge relatively high prices. Fast-food restaurants earn their profits and existence with reasonable prices. They don't offer the service or accommodations to justify charging excessively. , ' • ' ! Give Away Programs The negative aspect of well-intended and often-needed federal give-away programs is that they are abused by the shrewd operators. Associate Professor John Tovey of the Delaware Law school recently wrote members of Congress his study of the food stamp program shows even the wealthy can qualify for food stamps if they arrange their personal economic affairs to meet 1 requirements. The easiest dodge, Tovey says, is to buy a very expensive home or mansion. One must rid himself of any securities owned in the ' process. Other money can be eliminated by buying jewelry or • paintings (to be hung in the home.) Nice life insurance policies can . be taken out None of these expenditures counts in determining food stamp eligibility. While net income must be low, huge payments on the mansion (not counted) could reduce it to a sufficient level to enable the owner to have the government pay his food bill. This method is but one of the legal methods to circumvent the spirit of the program. Many, of course, qualify through hidden money or income and false statements and allegations, never sufficiently checked. ' The average, salaried tax-paying citizen, many hard-pressed to ; meet bills, largely finances both the within-the-law recipients and the chiselers. Bicycle Safely By Alan J. Dixon Secretary of State (This is the second test on bike safety knowledge - answers are upside down at bottom.) 1. Check Correct Answer ' Which of the following are advantages of having your bicycle licensed? (a) Identifies owner *' (b) Deters theft (c) Easier recovery (d) All of the above 2. In Illinois riding bicycles two abreast is permissible on roads ' with speed limits 25 m.p.h. or under. True False 3. Inflating tires above normal will lengthen the life of a bicycle . tire. ,t True False 4. A collision between a bicycle and a car, the bicycle driver is more often at fault than the car driver. True False 5. It is best to take a longer route that has few hazards, than a shorter route with more hazards. True False „ 6. Circle Correct Answer When applying hand brakes on a bicycle the following must be done: (a) Apply the front brakes first (b) Put equal pressure on control levers so the two wheels will brake evenly. 7. Registration and licensing is currently: (a) Illinois State law (b) Local option < (c) National law ^ 8. The Illinois Vehicle Code states: "The parent of any child and }the guardian of any ward shall not knowingly authorize or permit ^any such child or ward to violate any provisions of this Act." S True False ; 9. State ordinances do not permit local enforcement officials to tissue citations for violations of the Bicycle Safety Code. " True False 2 10. Blind persons can be identified by their green canes. You *must always yield the right of way to them. * True False 3 asiej 01 j6 onjj, 8 (q) L (q) 9 anjj, g onjj, \ asiej g asiej z (P) l S.*8J9M9UB Building Permits 2 Building permits recently issued by the Department of Building ^and Zoning for McHenry County include: », Daniel Miller, 1107 Violet, McHenry, to build a new home at 4303 Dennis Blvd. in McHenry Township for an approximate value of I $30,000. Permit and service fee-$185. % John Emrich, 1105 W. Quincy, McHenry, to build a second story ^on the existing residence at the same address for an approximate Rvalue of $12,000. Permit and service fee-$72. *' Daniel Adams, 3004 Rt. 120, McHenry, to build a block building at *?3003 W. Rt. 120 in McHenry Township for an approximate value of *'$55,000. Permit and service fee-$447. ^ Building permits recently issued by the Department of Building «*and Zoning for McHenry County include: js Frank Schmuck, 3115 Richmond Rd., Wonder Lake, to build a Single family residence at 2411 Greenwood Rd. in Greenwood ^Township for an approximate value of $35,000. Permit and service ;*fee-$234. % James M. Simoncelli, 1000 Fairfield Rd., Round Lake Beach, to v^build a new home at 3825 Mill Rd. in Richmond Township for an ^approximate value of $51,000. Permit and service fee-$212. j» Perry Builders Inc., 10404 Rt. 31, Algonquin, to build a single ^family residence at 1416 May Street in McHenry Township for an ^approximate value of $30,000. Permit and service fee-$168. Dennis Charles, 123 Ingleside Shore, Ingleside, to build a home at J*1812 Grandview Dr. in McHenry Township for an approximate Rvalue of $45,000. Permit and service fee-$167. £ I & I For Your Information 11 Dear friends. The funeral is of the person who died - yot it is for those who live on. This includes relatives, friends and associates, who should be allowed to show their sympathy and to offer their com­ fort to the bereaved family. Such expression and consolation are beneficial to all concerned in overcoming grief and retaining mental health. Respectfully, PETER MJUSTEN & SON FUNERAL HOME McHenry, Illinois 385-0063 Moral Tone In Schools Octobor School ReferendumS cin,o fnllntuina it »K> umnrf Their nnwpr is tremendous? • • i W ̂ ̂" w w • * ̂ ̂ V-iP (The following is the second of a two-part series by Sanford Patterson of Lincoln, 111. Mr. Patterson, a free lance writer and columnist, is a retired utility supervisor. He was the author of the recent Plain- dealer series, "Who Decides What Children Learn"). Many people believe we cannot teach moral codes for living because of the court decisions on religious education in our public schools. This isn't true. Moral codes can be written within the educational guidelines set by the courts. Teachers, both active and retired, school board members, administrators, and many others believe now is the time to return to moral teaching in our text books. They also believe it should be emphasized and the teaching of work ethics be re-established. This action won't be an in­ stant cure for all of society's ills. It will be a step in the right direction. We have been going in the wrong one for too long. It took a long time to change our thinking to rights above responsibilities. It will take years to correct that thinking. The schools cannot do the job alone but they can play an important part. We have the greatest means of mass communication in the world:* Radio, television, magazines, and newspapers are or can be, the moulders of public opinion. A concerted effort on their part along with the schools can shorten the time to turn the trend back to the thinking of moral responsibility. The media will have to change their thinking. Most of them have also been guilty of emphasizing social values above moral ones. Ethical Conduct Don't expect your govern­ ment to lead a crusade of moral responsibility. They are un­ willing to write a strict code of ethics to govern their own acts of irresponsibility and im­ morality. They always use the excuse, my conscience is clear, everything I did was within the law. Some of them can't distinguish between cloudy and clear. None of them ever said, "Everything I did was morally ethical." There is a vast dif­ ference between actions within the law and within a moral code of ethical conduct. This is a program for morally responsible thinking people They are the ones who pay the school taxes, buy the ad­ vertised products of radio, television, and the newspapers. Their power is tremendous, greater than their political representatives, but they don't use it. Their reaction against, an ever increasing crime rate is to buy guns, install protective lighting, double lock their doors, clamor for mandatory sentences and a return to capitol punishment. They know deep in their hearts these are not solutions. If just one publishing com­ pany should write text books at the elementary level with moral teachings, they will find a ready market for their product. The schools and the public are ready for the relighting of the torch of moral responsibility. May its flame light other torches and spread across our state to the borders of our country. May their combined heat convince everyone our problems of immorality can only be resolved by the teaching of moral responsibility. On the last page of McGuf- fey's Second Reader are the ten commandments in verse form. It was written 141 years ago. This moral code for living at peace with yourself and with the rest of humanity is needed now more than at any time in our history. It should be printed in every text book, published regularly in every newspaper and magazine, repeated daily on every radio and television station, emblazoned on the desk of every public official from the President of United States down to the aldermen in city halls, as a constant reminder this nation needs a moral code to live by if it is ever to become a morally responsible one. Moral Code 1. Thou no gods shalt have but me. 2. Before no idol bend the knee. 3. Take not the name of god in vain. 4. Dare not the sabbath day profane. 5. Give to thy parents honor due. 6. Take heed that thou no murder do. 7. Abstain from words and deeds unclean. 8. Steal not, for thou by God art seen. 9. Tell not a willful lie, nor love it. 10. What is thy neighbor's do not covet, With all thy soul love God above; And as thyself thy neighbor love. PUBLIC PULSE (The Plaindealer invites the public to use this column as an expression of their view on subjects of general interest in our community. Our only request is that the writers give signature, full address and phone number. We ask too, that one individual not write on the same subject more than once each month. We reserve the right to delete any material which we consider libelous or in objectionable taste.) BOOSTING COMMUNITY "Dear Editor: "Since I moved here last October, my gratitude for the quality of this community has grown considerably. Originally attracted by Lakemoor's beauty (the appearance of the lake notwithstanding), we've discovered that the true attrc- tion is the peoplein this area: handy, constructive individuals who've readily included our family's participation to grow and progress in neighborhood and community activities. "The outcome of our daughter (Vicki's) mishap two weeks ago further demon­ strated the love here Since she was a baby when we used to live above the busiest street in our former town, we've taken the opportunity to know love was going on at the sound of the sirens that tried to disturb us. "So, when the policeman carried a wet Vicki into the ambulance full of loving hands and warm blankets and was taken to an emergency room full of tender care and warm cocoa, she saw that the siren really does represent 'time to love'. "Here's another example. It has always seemed ex­ traordinary to find a lost sock returned to me the following week at the ladundromat. But now I'm shy of words to express my feeling to know that a careful search recovered my missing child. "These and many other happenings make me so happy to have the perfect place to raise my little ones. Susan LaCroix Brindise 517 W.Northlake Road McHenry (The Plaindealer received a Public Pulse letter this past week from a writer whose signature was not legible. It concerned suggestions for a better McHenry. If the writer will stop in and clarify the name, the letter will appear). Are You New In McHenry Area 7 ¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥ Do You Know Someone New? WE WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND A ROYAL WELCOME TO EVERY NEWCOMER TO OUR AREA ! ! ! ! j CALL JOAN STULL 385-5418 & i^ ^f Jr v* f Chuck Lewantfowski TonyFick Chuck Lewandowski GIVE ME A CALL FOR THE FACTS ON LOW-COST HEALTH INSURANCE. I 'D LIKE TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS ON LOW-COST HOME­ OWNERS INSURANCE. No community is better than its schools. HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 156 (This is the first in a series of articles prepared by High School District 156 to inform citizens of the facts about the high school referendum scheduled Saturday, Oct. 22. The situation in the high school is critical! And....here is why! District 156 is facing an annual operating deficit in the educational and operations-maintenance funds which will exceed $1.15 million in 1978-79, due to the loss of approximately 560 Johnsburg students. The high school board of education has seen this situation looming on the horizon and has made every possible attempt to solve the crisis. Cuts Identified The board has already identified a total of over $800,000 of cuts in programs, staff (30-35 teachers) and operational costs for the next year. The board has few alternatives left: a) raise taxes to cover the remaining anticipated $350,000 operating deficit; b) further increase the district's debt which is an indirect, but more costly way of raising taxes; c) further dismantle the educational program in District 156. The Solution The board feels there is no other viable alternative to raising taxes. By increasing the district's debt nothing is accomplished. The extent of cuts necessary beyond what has already been identified would be to cut into the flesh and bones of the basic educational program. Raising the tax rate is the most economically sound and only alternative left. The choice is yours. What do we want for our students and community? Is good education really important to you? GRADE SCHOOL DISTRICT 15 (The following questions and answers have been prepared by School District 15 to better inform voters in the Oct. 15 referendum, at which time the public will be asked to support an increase in the Education and Operations, Building & Maintenance fund rates) What Is The Education Fund? Moneys expended from the Education fund include such items as salaries of all faculty members and many non-certificated personnel. The fund also includes teaching supplies, instructional materials, library bodes, etc. It includes all office and administrative expenses connected with operating the schools. Fees are paid from this fund to cover the costs of Special Education students attending classes in other school districts. Also, the legal, audit, and election expenses are involved. Insurance fees, health services, and supplies for maintaining educational equipment are part of the Education Fund. These are the major items expended from the Education Fund. Why Is A Tax Rate Increase Necessary In The Education Fund? Inflation, and increased educational costs have made it necessary. Inflationary costs of instructional supplies, services and equipment have increased the cost of operating the schools. An increased number of state mandated programs have also placed a financial strain on this fund. Thus, the tax rate limits are no longer sufficient to meet the student needs. There has been no increase in the Education fund tax rate over the past eleven years (since 1966)# while inflation has increased costs more than 200 percent in some instances. What Is The Operations, Building And Maintenance Fund? Moneys in the Operations, Building, and Maintenance fund are used for current operating expenses. All utilities such as gas, water, electricity, and telephone are paid from this fund. Other expenses include custodial salaries, insurance on the buildings ana their contents, maintenance supplies such as wax for the floors, custodial supplies, and general maintenance and repair wore needed in all six of our buildings. Does The Operations, Building And Maintenance Tax Raw Referendum Include Any New Building? . Absolutely not! To build a new building or to add on to an existing structure callsyfor an entirely different type of referendum. Moneys obtained in the Oct. 15 referendum can be used solely for the current operational costs of the schools. Why Is The SchooP»istrict Asking For An Increase of 10 Cents In This Fund? TsL The district does fooihave enough money to maintain its buildings properly. Major maintenance work, such as painting, sealing of blacktops, repairing of roofs, etc., is falling further behind each year. For eleven years the district has levied the maximum tax rate without an increase. ̂ Tnis rate is simply not adequate to maintain the school buildings. Why Is The School District Asking For An Increase of 40 Cents In The Education Fund and 10 Cents in The Operations. Building And Maintenance Fund? District 15 is asking that these increases in the Education fund and the Operations, Building and Maintenance fund only in order to sustain the educational program and services currently offered the youth of McHenry. The additional revenue will not be used to improve, add to, or expand the educational programs or services, but will be used only to maintain ^hat we now have. We have no control over State Aid to our district, and, therefore, must come to the public for the only other source of revenue available to us. Currently it costs more than $6.94 per day per child (based on 1975-76 statistics) for the fine education each child is offered in District 15. While this cost has nearly doubled over the past seven years, it represents one of the truly economical bargains for the community's most precious asset - our children. What Happens If The Referendum FAils? It simply will not be possible to continue the present standards of education without curtailing some facets of the current school programs or services. We should not go further into deficit financing. The board of education will have to study the area of services and curriculum offered by the schools to determine the best course of action. In any event, educational programming will have to be curtailed. New Business Governor James R. Thomp­ son recently announced that Electro Minerals, Incorporated will locate a plant on a 100-acre site near Hennepin in Putnam county. 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