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Driver Strikes Garage A condominium garage in Fox Ridge subdivision was destroyed by fire after it was struck by a car whose driver had apparently suffered a heart attack. The vehicle exploded into flames after hitting the building last Friday afternoon. James Ball, Sr., 79, was reportedly returning to Ms RDG-Backhaus Hearing Set Next Monday The continuation of the joint conference and public hearing on the RDG-Backhaus an­ nexation proposal has been scheduled for Monday, Aug. 14. The hearing will be held at the McHenry West campus auditorium at 8 p.m. The location has been changed to accommodate the large number of people ex­ pected to attend. The first hearing was held at the East campus cafeteria and was attended by over 300 people. The property in question is south of the Fox Ridge development and extends south to Bull Valley road, west to Curran road and is bounded on the east by Crystal Lake road. home at 602 Devonshire court, after visiting his wife who was hospitalized with a heart at­ tack, when an apparent heart attack caused him to lose control of his car and crash into the garage. Gary W. Leider, a neighbor who saw the crash, rushed to the Ball vehicle and pulled the driver from the car, as smoke poured from the front of the vehicle, moments before it burst into flames. McHenry Company One was called to fight the fire, while the McHenry Area Rescue squad was called to assist Ball. Prior to the arrival of firemen, Officers Rust and Ackerman of the McHenry Police department began checking the smoke-filled condominiums adjacent to the burning garage to ensure that no on£ was trapped inside. Neighbors assisted each other in removing furniture and possessions from the residences in the event that the fire would spread into the condominiums According to Fire Chief Glenn Peterson, numerous explosions were heard by people in the area, which were probably caused by the tires of the Ball vehicle popping and those of two cars parked in the garage at the time of the crash According to Peterson, none of the gas tanks on the three vehicles ruptured. Mr. Ball was transported to McHenry hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival. The Ball vehicle, the two cars parked inside the garage, a motorcycle inside the structure and all the contents in the building were destroyed by the blaze. Damage was estimated to be in excess of $75,000. The condominiums suffered water and smoke damage, as the fire wall between the garage and the residences and the work of the firemen prevented the fire from spreading into the residences. A McHenry area youth was arrested and charged with arson in connnection with a fire in West Shore Beach Thursday night. McHenry Company One was called to the Theodore Gryczko summer residence, 5102 W Shore drive, at 9:25 p.m. and upon arrival discovered the residence ablaze According to Fire Chief Peterson, the fire started in the back bedroom of the summer home and an accellerant was used to start the fire Witnesses told police that youths had been observed departing the home and in­ vestigation by police led to the arrest of a juvenile in con­ nection with the fire It was later learned that a neighboring summer home belonging to Albin Bilinski was also broken into. The invaders had apparently tried to start the Bilinski home on fire also, but were thwarted because they had used a non-flammable paint remover as an ac­ cellerant, according to Peterson Damage to the Gryszko residence was estimated at $15,000 with the entire interior of the summer home being gutted by the fire Firemen from Company One (Continued on page 18) Champion Honors Won At Fair By Young Contenders Public Meeting Select Projects For Economic Development As smoke pours from a burning garage in (he background, a grief-stricken Mrs. James Ball, Jr., watches as McHenry Area Rescue squad members work to save the life of her father in law, James Ball, Sr. Mr. Ball suffered a heart attack as he was driving toward his garage at 602 Devonshire court, causing him to lose control of the auto and crash into the side of the building. A neighbor, Gary W. Leider, pulled Mr. Ball from the car moments before the vehicle and the entire garage burst into flames. Mr. Ball was later pronounced dead on arrival at McHenry hospital. Damage to the garage and its contents and smoke and water damage to the attached condominiums was estimated to be in excess of $75,000. A full page of pictures appears in Section 2, Page 7. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD The McHenry County Economic Development committee will hold a public meeting Thursday, Aug 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the board room at the county courthouse in Woodstock. The purpose will be to hear applicants and to select projects for submission under an economic development grants program sponsored by the Federal Economic Development administration McHenry county recently secured designation by the Economic Development ad­ ministration as a re­ development area This designation will open up the possibility of government loans to private businesses in the county as well as outright matching grants for projects which would improve the balance of the county's economy McHenry area young people came in for their share of top winnings at the McHenry County fair, according to an announcement made Monday morning. They included Lori Jacobs of Wonder Lake, McLake Wood club, who en­ tered the grand champion steer in 4-H Annette Freels, Lincoln Cloverleaves, McHenry, had the champion Hereford female and Robyn Mercure of the same club displayed the reserve champion Hereford female The rate-of-gain Hereford top honors went to Sherri Cristy of Wonder Lake !r. the senior open class, colored breeds, Karen Spitzer of Ringwood showed the grand champion Jersey and also had the senior champion Jersey In Junior open class beef, reserve grand champion honors went again to Lora Jacobs Kenneth Harm ot Spring Grove entered the reserve grand champion Guernsey in Junior open class colored breeds and also had the junior champion Guernsey. Karen Spitzer of Ringwood was proud owner of the grand champion Jersey and also the senior champion Jersey Grand champion doe honors for 4-H rabbit entries went to Tina Steinmetz of Wonder Lake, a member of the Busy Three club The grand champion cavie was entered by LSXZUUJ VI11£££>, mviivtll J , U1 LI IV Lincoln Cloverleaves In 4-H sheep competition, Lee Tomlinson of the Busy Threes. McHenry, had the reserve champion Hampshire ewe The reserve champion Suffolk ewe honors went to Karen Kantlehner; champion of other breeds, ram, to Tim Watkins; champion other breeds, ewe, to John Doessel, and reserve champion other breeds, ewe, to Tim Watkins. All are Busy Three members In junior class sheep, it was Tim Watkins again as owner of the champion Corridale ram and ewe He also displayed the reserve champion ewe The reserve champion Columbia ewe was entered by John Doessel of the Busy Three club Karen Kantlehner of Mr»Uonrtr h orj t Kn KncJ qJ Kroa/j entry for Champagne rabbit in junior show and also best of (Continued on page 18) Three Injured In Crash Three persons were injured following a one-car crash on Sterling drive at 2:55 a m Saturday Mwsin* and Meanderin' Set immunization Clinic Fall Registration At MCC Fashion designers and promoters have long altered styles, seasonally,, to spur sales It is understandable, but seldom does the maneuvering fail to gather ire especially among those who have invested heavily on attire the previous year When it went from long to short on ladies' dresses some years ago there was a cry from the owners of bowed legs, heavy legs, and scrawny legs But at least it was a problem we could do something about as long as the scissors could be found. The new, longer lengths have left closets filled with un wearable dresses for those who pride themselves on being the height of fashion But even worse for some of us who prize comfort above all else is the trend away from pants suits to dresses It is such a definite trend that few an be found in the stores despite clerks' assurances that "they will be coming the first part of September" The latest word we've heard is that the sailor-like, wide bottoms on toursers may be on the way out Ties are to be narrow again, and just when we thought long skirts were to be in, the fashion news .coming to our desk says they are going up -- again The lesson to be learned is that if you keep things long enough -- and that doesn't always mean very long - you'll one day be in style again Maybe the women who have risen up in favor of ERA should divert their attention to one (Continued on page 18) To assist parents in obtaining the shots required by the school code, an additional im­ munization clinic will be held Aug 15 from 8:30 to 11 a m in Room 102 of the courthouse A parent must accompany the child to read the in­ formation and sign the permit for each injection Noo ap pointments are necessary One must report to the clinic in the nursing division of the Health department with the record of previous immunizations, or the record from school, identifying the injections needed Monthly immunization clinics continue to be held on the last Wednesday of each month from 8:30 to 11 a.m. FAMILY SERVICE MEETING The Family Service and Community Mental Health Center for McHenry County will hold its regular monthly meeting Wednesday, Aug. 16, at 7:30 p.m. at its Harvard Outreach office, municipal building. 201 West Front, Harvard The public is invited to attend General registration for fall semester at McHenry County college is now in progress Registration may be com pleted by phone or in person through Friday, Aug 11 Hours are 8.30 a m to 4 p.m Monday through Friday with evening hours from 6 to 8:30 p.m Monday through Thursday Registration in person only will be continued through Friday, Aug. 25 from 8:30 a m to 8:30 p.m Monday through Thursday and 8:30 a m to 4 p.m. Friday The college offers program planning sessions for full-time students at various dates and times. Students with no prior college experience may attend a two-hour session which will focus on both short and long term planning Students will receive assistance in com­ pleting a class schedule for fall One-hour sessions are available for students who have had college experience or for those who feel they have their educational plans well for­ mulated In these sessions the emphasis is on short term planning Full time students who have made application and have had all transcripts sent to MCC will receive an informational packet which lists times and dates of program planning sessions Students are en couraged to register now to avoid the problems of filled classes Additional information on the program planning sessions may be obtained by calling the student services office at the college 455-3700 Robert M Phillips, 912 Main street. Spring Grove, told police he was driving on Kama avenue, trying to turn left onto Sterling Apparently he was traveling too fast, causing him to lose control and strike a tree Phillips, and two passengers in his car. John M Fallon, 2625 Myang. and Valerie G Allen, 7813 Chestnut, Wonder Lake, were taken to McHenry hospital by the McHenry Area Rescue squad for treatment of injuries they suffered in the crash Sheriff's police ticketed Phillips for failing to reduce speed to avoid an accident Lawrence R Jackson, 4517 Home avenue, was taken to McHenry hospital by the McHenry Rescue squad following an accident on Route 31 Friday night Jackson told police he didn't McHenry County Fair Winners Karen Kantlehner, McHenry, is a member of the Busy Three 4-H club. Her three California^ (a breed of rabbit) received 4-H Grand Champion Meat Pen hoaors la 4-H competition. Lora Jacobs, McHenry, received 4-H Grand Champion honors for her Angus steer at the McHenry County fair held last weekend. * < DON PEASLEY PHOTOGRAPHY > remember anything about the accident He was ticketed for improper lane usage and unlawful use of license Donald N. Shackleford, 8608 Memory trail. Wonder Lake, was taken to Memorial hospital in Woodstock by the Woodstock Rescue squad following a one- car accident on Route 120 at Fleming road Schackleford told police that a vehicle pulled out in front of him and he swerved to avoid the vehicle, causing him to lose control and leave the road He was ticketed by Sheriff's police for failing to reduce speed to avoid an accident and use of unsafe tires A McHenry man was ticketed following a collision at Bull Valley road and Route 31 Saturday morning Sheriff's police cited Anthony E Noonan, 3615 W Main street, for failing to yield following the accident Ross A Mensik, Crystal Lake, told police he was nor­ thbound on Route 31, when the Noonan vehicle, which was eastbound on Bull Valley road, pulled across Route 31 into the path of his vehicle Mensik said he could not avoid striking the Noonan vehicle (Continued on page 18) Seniors Will Vote August 14 On Meeting Place The petition to move to West campus high school, which was discussed at the Senior Citizens club meeting of July 24, will be talked about again and voted on at the next meeting at the V F W hall Monday, Aug 14 This will be a most important meeting and all members are urged to attend The annual Flower and Garden exhibit will be the program for the evening with judges, Kathryn Wagner and William Wilson, awarding ribbons for the best displays and items in the various categories VOLUME 103 NUMBER 3 i' WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9, 1978 2 SECTIONS 28 PAGES 20' MCHENRY PLAINDEALER "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875" $75,000 Damage THE Explosion, Fire After