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t, Wildlife Week To Emphasize PservicenewsI Animals' Dependence On Man "Wildlife Needs You," the theme of this year's National Wildlife week, is more .than a slogan. For millions of wild animals threatened in one way or another by man, it is a grim fact of life, according to the National Wildlife federation. - That's why the 3.5 million- member NWF, the nation's largest conservation group, will spend Wildlife week, from March 19 through 25, telling the public of the many ways in which it can help wildlife-by keeping the environment free of toxic chemicals, by saving wetlands and protecting other threatened wildlife habitat; by cleaning up the nation's waterways, and by defending laws that protect endangered species from extinction. More than 12 million students, teachers and members , of conservation organizations are expected to participate in this year's ob­ servance of the "week," which was first proclaimed by^ President Franklin d! Roosevelt in 1938. NWF, with affiliates in all fifty states, has sent out 240,000 teachers' kits, 900,000 posters, and 12,320,000 stickers to spread the word that wildlife depends upon man for its continued existence. "When we talk about wildlife needing our help-everybody's help--we are not just talking about saving the 181 American species that have been declared officially endangered," said Ray Arnett, of Stockton, Cal., president of the federation. "We are talking about helping all wildlife. Man has taken over and defiled so much of this country's wildlife habitat that we must carefully manage what we have left. We can't just say, 'let nature take its course.' "We are all going to have to work together-and I mean everybody -birders, bikers, hikers, hunters, campers, fishermen, photographers, scientists, and everyone who is interested in protecting our environment-if we are going to have a healthy and abundant wildlife population in this cojntry." Arnett warned against an "environmental backlash" weakening or wiping out some of the "pro-wildlife" laws enacted by Congress in recent years. He cited the National Environmental Policy act, the Wilderness act, the En­ dangered Species act, the Water Pollution Control act, and the Toxic Substances Control act as pieces of legislation that have benefitted wildlife and should be defen­ ded. As proof that concerned citizens can make a difference, Arnett cited a dozen species of wildlife that have made, or are beginning to make comebacks after being seriously threatened. Arnett's list in­ cluded the American alligator, the bald eagle, the bighorn sheep, the cougar, the wood duck, the peregrine falcon, the sea otter, the wild turkey, the trumpeter swan, the whooping crane, the gray whale, and the elephant seal. A sharp-eyed peregrine falcon, still an endangered and protected species, is featured on the 1978 Wildlife poster under the words "Wildlife Needs You." The back of the poster notes that peregrines were nearly wiped out in the 1960's by pesticides which impaired their reproductive process. Now they are making a comeback in the West and are being raised in captivity at Cornell university, in Ithaca, N.Y., for reintroduction to their former habitats in the Eastern states. "Wildlife cannot save itself in today's world," said Arnett. "Wildlife cannot stop pollution of our air and water and the needless destruction of habitat. But when man puts his mind to the task, and when our lawmakers really go to work on the problem, we can help our wildlife. That's what this year's Wildlife week is all about. Wildlife needs you." Survival In Cold Weather Army Exercise . -Sergeant Jay A. Bujak, son of Leo W. Bujak, McHenry, recently participated in "Empire Glacier 78," an an­ nual joint readiness exercise at Ft. Drum, N Y. The exercise is meant to teach the soldier, from com­ mander to private, how to cope with and survive in a cold weather environment. Regularly stationed at Ft. Campbell, Ky., Sgt. Bujak's unit made extensive preparations in order to cope with the near arctic conditions at Ft. Drum. The sergeant, a senior wrecker operator with the 594th Transportation company at Ft. Campbell, entered the Army in September of 1972. His mother, Mrs. Zona C. Bujak, lives in Chicago. His wife, Mary Jo, lives in Clarksville, Tenn. RTA Replaces Senior Citizen CTA Passes Have Spring Indoors By Forcing Shrubs To Bloom This year spring can come early to your home. How9 Just snip some branches from your flowering shrubs and force them into bloom According to James A Fizzell. University of Illinois Horticulturist, many shrubs have flower buds that are formed and ready to bloom All they require to burst open is warmth and moisture This procedure is quite simple, says Fizzell Anyone, even apartment dwellers ..can succeed with this project Start by selecting branches loaded with flower buds You can identify the flower buds because they are plumper and rounder leaf buds. When cutting, select branches that have curves or bends that will create interesting blooming arrangements. Since the branches will be in water several weeks, many of the clean cut ends will have a tendency to heal or form callus This is not desireable because it restricts the water uptake To prevent this healing, thoroughly pound with a hammer and shred the cut ends of the branches After the ends are prepared, submerge the bundle of branches overnight in a deep pail or tub of water Or. they may be wrapped in a damp cloth and placed for a few days in a plastic bag This moistening or soaking loosens the bud scales and helps them to readily fall away as the flower expands After the moistening operation is completed, stand the branches in a pail of water. A temperature of 60 to 70 degrees is best for the developing flowers. Although the branches will force at higher temperatures, it will reduce the color, size, and keeping quality of the blooms. For this reason, it is also best to keep the branches out of direct sun Most branches will be well on their way to full bloom in two weeks or sooner. They will stay attractive for about one week. So. if you cut a few branches each week, you can have a succession of fresh flowers the rest of the winter Some of the most popular shrubs to force are forsythia and flowering quince. Still other good plants for forcing are flowering crab, flowering almond, and spiraea es­ pecially the double flowered spiraeas. Magnolia forces easily, too. Although white flowering dogwood can be forced, it opens slowly and the bracts never develop as fully as outside Lilac, because it is a complex compound flower, is also a challenge to force. Finally, says Fizzell, don't overlook trees,,when collecting branches for forcing. Red maple has an attractive but seldom noticed flower. Oak branches produce very in­ teresting tiny leaves that change color as they unfold And, don't forget the pussy willows. They are almost the trademark of spring • * • * Those who always make positive statements make a lot of mistakes. 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Lee & Electric 1005 Front McHenry, Illinois (815) 385-0882 Senior citizen passes that were previously issued by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) will be phased out by June 30, 1978, and replaced by RTA Special User Travel cards, the Regional Tran­ sportation Authority has an­ nounced. The purpose of the phase-out is to create unifor­ mity within the six-county region and to provide seniors and handicapped persons with access to all RTA-funded carriers. Senior citizens who hold CTA reduced fare passes issued by CTA are being asked to have them replaced with the RTA Special User Travel cards by June 30. The RTA Travel card will be the only pass honored and will identify senior citizen and handicapped persons for the reduced fare program. Those who already hold RTA Special User Travel cards do not need to have them replaced. The RTA has established 433 centers throughout the six- county region where senior citizens and handicapped persons may apply for iden­ tification cards, for which there is no charge. To find the location of the RTA Travel card center nearest to them, the senior citizen or handicapped person should call RTA Travel information at (800)-972-7000 in the suburbs or 836-7000 in Chicago. » - Persons 65 years old or older are eligible for the cards with proper proof of age. Han­ dicapped persons ate required to obtain medical certification. The RTA centers will provide the necessary forms by mail. Senior citizens and per­ manently handicapped persons are given lifetime identification cards allowing at least a 50 percent saving off regular fares, 24 hours a day, on any RTA carrier. Temporarily handicapped persons are eligible for six-month renewable cards. Veterans receiving a 100 percent service- connected disability pension are automatically certified. RTA defines a person with a transportation handicap as one PAGE 9 - PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY. FEBRUARY 24. 1978 who cannot: walk more than one block; negotiate a flight of stairs or escalator; board or alight from a standard bus or train; stand in a moving bus or train; sit down or get up; read informational signs; or hear announcements without significant difficulty. BIBLE VERS "Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God." Reason's Gone He: "Remember, darling? Last night you said there was something about me you could love?" She: "Yeah, but you spent it all." Second-Story Man "Mamma, what's a second-story man?" "Your father is one, dear. If I don't believe his first story he always has another one ready." 1. Who made the above statement? 2. To whom was it made? 3. What was this man's standing in his com­ munity? 4. Where may this state­ ment be found? Aisvcrs To BiMt Vers* 1. Jesus, as recorded b^ John. 2. Nicodemus. 3. A ruler of the Jews. ̂ 4. John 3:5. * • • • Why is it that, whei|j men or women act likcr children, they always imitate the worst traits of childhood? FISH CONTAMINATION DECLINING Recent tests for mercury, pesticides and other toxic substances in the fish populations at Shelbyville, Carlyle and Rend Lakes show a decrease in the accumulation of contaminants, according to Mike Conlin of the Illinois Department of Conservation. None of the fish from Carlyle or Rend Lakes were found to have flesh contamination exceeding federal guideline levels. However, two of the 28 fish collected from Lake Shelbyville, a largemouth bass and a channel catfish, showed levels of a toxic substance above those of the guidelines. Conlin pointed out that anglers catching largemouth weighing three, or more pounds should limitttonsumption to not more than one-half pound of the meat per week. THE LOWEST! NOW THE LOWEST AIR FARE CWCMaO FRMWSffil -"•Hi •SUBJECT TO CAB APPROVAL Chain-0-Lakes Travel Service 3405 W. 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