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Runoff Problem Pollution Control Special ft Soil Stewardship Concern PAGE 19 - PLAINDEALER -FRIDAY, APRIL 28, IfJ*' Fund-Raising Crusade ; Continues In McHenry What is better than one of a good thing?....why two of course. So it to with these two 6-month old female short hairs. Grey and black striping, unusually patterned, expressive faces, gentle natures. Family forced to find new homes for their pets due to allergies. Please call 312-587-0789. PHOTO BY D. KAISER IVI •(•15) 451-2441 HELPING PAWS ANIMAL WKLFARE ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 205 • Crystal Lak*. Illinois M0I4 by Estollo Atwoll "Housing" is a word we are hit with continually-in the newspapers, on TV. Of course, it's housing for people that is the space grabber. Housing for stray and lost animals gets most of its attention in columns like this. And, unfortunately, temporary housing for these animals is in short supply. Our solution to the problem is--foster homes. People helping Helping Paws help animals. It is a proven fact that a temporary home en­ vironment is far better for the pet than a caged facility. A foster home is one in which a pet is placed for temporary care. Readers interested in adopting the pet in your care call the phone number given for an appointment to see the pet. Instructions on adoption procedure in accordance with HP specifications are given to the foster home. HP provides equipment when needed- cages, dishes, litter boxes, etc., all veterinary care, and photographs the animal and uses the picture if it has not been adopted within two weeks of column publicity (photos usually insure adoption). No doubt about it, foster homes are the most important contributors to HP and will continue to be until a shelter can be acquired. A number of these homeless animals have gone the route from "stray" to "star" simply by being seen by the right person. And countless numbers have brought joy to the homes found for them. Contemplating the good that can be done we feel sure those who have the facilites and can help in this way, will want to participate. If you can help call the office, 459-2641 between 10 and 2 daily. After an animal has been adopted, HP checks to see that all is well by making a follow- up call at the new home. It's a little like the Welcome Wagon procedure of visiting a newcomer to the area. However, with the increased number of adoptions HP is falling behind on these home visits and needs people from all areas of the county to do this job. It's not a difficult one nor does it take a lot of time. Those interested in a part-time paid or volunteer position should call Chairman Bernie Coonen at 338-0962. The response to the call for Tag day volunteers, is ap­ preciated. Please keep it coming. Tag days include July 8 in McHenry. Please call Betty Van DeVenter if you are in­ terested, 459-6950. And circle this important date, May 19, when HP hosts a volunteer welcoming coffee at 1 p.m. at the lakeside home of Betty Van DeVenter. All who share a love of animals are invited to hear about HP programs and ex­ plore the service they may be able to contribute. DOGS FOR ADOPTION Dog adoption fees include spay or neuter surgery from a vet of our choice. Black Labrador female, young, good with children, housebroken, DHL booster shot. 815-459-8163. Brittany Spaniel mix, 1 year, female, housebroken, good with children and pets, all shots. 815- 455-094. Samoyed, 2 year old male, small size, housebroken, good with children, shots, in obedience training. 815-459- 6950. White Miniature Poodle, 3 years, male, housebroken, good with children. 815-459-5525. CATS FOR ADOPTION Cat adoption fees include spay or neuter surgery from a vet of our choice. Semi-long haired white with few patched markings, mother and one 5 week old kitten, of your choice. Mother is two years, all shots. Four kittens to be adopted also. 312-658-8389. White, grey and tan tiger stripe, short haired 4 month female, lovely green eyes. 815- 653-7858. Black, white paws, very affectionate, good with pets, semi-long hair, 8 week kitten. DHL shot. 815-459-9223. Black and white semi-long hair, young adult female, DHL shot good with children and pets. 815-455-1361. Assorted three month old kittens, bom at home, male and female. 815-459-8632: Tortoisehell mother, young, and two 5 week old kittens. Shot and vet examination. 312-639- 2881 after 4:30. LOST AND FOUND Lost: Off-white Cockapoo male, 4 years, long hair, 20 Controlling water pollution caused by run-off from un­ protected farmland, roadsides and construction sites is one of several special concerns as the nation marks Soil Stewardship week, starting Saturday, April 30. ' Mrs. Betty Hegner, chairman of the McHenry County Soil and Water conservation district, said another concern is the annual loss of 5 million acres of rural land to non-agricultural, use. "In McHenry"county, we have been able to focus at­ tention on the loss of prime farmland and want to stress the need to conserve our soil and water. This nation must become aware of the im­ portance of guarding a national asset-land to raise food on," she continued. Soil Stewardship week is a nationwide observance which emphasizes mankind's responsibility to protect and conserve soil, water and other' natural resources. Many churches in McHenry county pounds, black collar, McCullom Lake. 815-385-5963. Lost: Miniature Schnauzer, 12 years, female, overweight, blue collar and tags. Millstream subdivision. 815- 385-0478. Lost: All black, 3 years, male short hair, McHenry. 815-385- 8183. Our list of found dogs and cats is far too long to list at this time. If you have lost a dog or cat or know of someone who has, have them call the office 815-459-2641 between 10 and 3 daily or evenings 7-10 p.m. a! 312-658-7221 SUBSCRIBE To The McHenry Plaindealer are continuing a long standing tradition to participate in Soil Stewardship week in some way. The Conservation district in Woodstock has invited county pastors to participate with a program, use of the official Soil Conservation church program, and the special litany. - By late last week at least one pastor from Huntley, Marengo, • McHenry, Woodstock, Greenwood, Wonder Lake, Hebron, Spring Grove, Har­ vard and Richmond had requested appropriate Soil Stewardship week materials. A limited supply is still available. Nearly 3,000 conservation districts throughout the United States are focusing attention on conserving and preserving America's best farmlands during this twenty-first annual observance of Soil Stewardship week. Of the million acres lost to the inroads on agriculture each year, the USDA says 1 million acres are prime land. Assserted Mrs. Hegner, "We are encouraging the preser­ vation of these top quality farmlands for farming rather than their indiscriminate use for housing, highways and shopping centers." The conservation district board is working with the McHenry County Planning commission and the, Soil Conservation service to map me land in McHenry county, rs. Hegenr said this will assist local zoning authorities in having information available to help in making zoning decisions. & YOUTH RALLY St; Thomas the Apostle Parish Youth Life group, Crystal Lake, presents the fifth annual "Festival of Hope" Youth rally Sunday, April 30, at St. Thomas King St., school. The day will consist of workshops on commitment, action, and rejoicing. There will also be a prayer session and a candlelight Mass, open to the public, to be held at the Pierson St., church at 8 p.m. For further information, call Father Holdren, 459-5909. BEST OF PROS They Can! The one thing that most men can do better than anyone else is to read their own writing. -Origin unknown. The McHenry 1978 American Cancer Society Unit educational and fund-raising crusade is expected to reach its goal by May 1, but people in McHenry are being asked to contribute more to make the McHenry campaign one of the most outstanding in the nation. According to Herb Reihan- sperger, county chairman, "there are three million Americans alive today who have had cancer, many of them actually were cured of their disease. The public should be aware that the detection and treatment of cancer has im­ proved greatly. For example, leukemia and lymphoma are responding to combined drug treatments; we are finding better ways to detect early lung cancer; we are using scanning machines to locate tumors deep within the body; cancer specialists today can rely on sophisticated blood component therapy to help protect their patients (for example, leukemia patients) from such complications as infection and hemorrhage while cancer is being treated." The McHenry County Unit reports that some fifty drugs are being used alone or in combination to treat cancer, and another 500 drugs are under study. "With this kind of research,; payoff and potential, the people; of McHenry have good reason) to make that personal volun­ tary contribution. But that is not' all that the American. Cancer Society is asking. Quite frankly we can save many, more lives with the techniques, we have today, than are ac­ tually being saved. Many more cancer patients could be cured, if their disease were caught in an early stage and treated' promptly." For that reason, ACS crusade volunteers are distributing st* special leaflet that outlines' cancer risks and what an in- 4 dividual can do about his or her* own risk factors. The leaflet also is available free of charge from the ACS Division at 321 W.j> James, Geneva. '• This year's crusade is under the national leadership of renowned zoologist and TV star- Marlin Perkins and his wife* Carol Perkins, TV personality and author. She paid prompt attention to1 a spot on her face, which'• resulted in the early detection and successful treatment of a' serious form of skin cancer. Travel Tip Air travel will be much safer when they eliminate the au­ tomobile ride between the city and the airport. And Save *6.80 Over Newstand Price i i I i i I i I NAME j ADDRESS I CITY I FILL OUT AND MAIL OR BRING TO: McHENRY PLAINDEALER 3812 W. 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