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JV, PAGE 20 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 1979 Town-country Tips i EPA Violations Charged by David Ploch*r. Extension Sarvica I \f I lAe lE-eT I til el 338-3737 - 338 4747 1 \ m ww eww W -mm Home And Yard - This is about ' the best thing since Better 'Homes and Gardens. A hand­ -book of plans and ideas covering storage shelves to concrete sidewalks. The Midwest Plan Service •Handbook, Home and Yard .Improvements, includes LOO pages and will assist you in your home improvement planning. For example when you build that desk for your children. Did you know your preschooler needs a 1'8" desk and 10' chair while that senior high school student requires a 1'5" chair and a 2'4" desk. Also do you know what is wrong with making a 5' high window in a masonry wall. These are only two of many, many hints and ideas you can have at your fingertips. The book is available from us. Our supply will arrive soon. Call us at 338- 3737 or 4747. Soil Class - The University of Illinois Class - Soil Fertility and Fertilizers will begin next week here in Woodstock. Farmers, fertilizer dealers and the general public are invited to participate in the 14-week course. It begins Jan. 30, 6:30- 9:30 p.m. and will be conducted at the Farm Bureau building in Woodstock. The class will cover "the factors affecting the supply of major, secondary, and minor element in soils and their in­ fluence on crop production." In addition "evaluating fertilizer and lime needs, fertilizer manufacturing and sources, and application methods will be discussed." You can enroll by calling our office. We have an enrollment limit, so call todity. Sheep Producers Organize - Educational projects and programs in addition to lamb and wool promotion were proposed as the purposes of a County Lamb and Wool Producers Organization at a meeting last week. Eleven local sheep producers met to discuss the possibility of such an organization here in McHenry county! Participating were Paul Rechten, Ray, Shirley, and Ken Schumer of Harvard, Bob Schoenbeck of Richmond, Clyde and Marie Slater of Cary, Lee & Ferol Tomlinson of McHenry, and Don and Keith Schacht of Woodstock. Over 1,000 head of stock sheep were reported in McHenry county last year by the Illinois Cooperative Crop Reporting service. There are a large number of producers since many producers have only a few head of ewes. With the expansion of the sheep industry, there is evidence of the need for educational and promotional activities. The Extension service will be working with the producers in the educational efforts of the association. Sheep producers interested should contact us or attend the informational meeting on Feb. 22 in Wood­ stock at the Farm Bureau building. Roadside Markets - (This is the seventh article in a series on roadside markets. Ideas taken from "Proceedings of the 197# Roadside Market Conference.) Your Roadside Market sign will become a landmark for your customers. They will know you by your sign. Many times a logo is used. It can be extended from the sign and be used on all ads and bags. It is your identity and it can even be registered and copyrighted. Remember a person passing your sign in a car has 3 seconds to read the sign. Careful planning will get you new customers in those 3 seconds. That planning should include careful selection of letter size and color combinations. " If you desire a copy of the Proceedings, it contains a forty-five slide script giving many helpful hints and ideas on signs. Use With Caution - Wood fired heating units have been very popular this winter. A lot of people are interested in locating sources of these heaters. I have received a listing of companies that sell them and will share the list if you request it. If you buy a wood fired heater keep these facts in mind. First - if possible check with others who have used the heater. Are they satisfied? Second - be sure installation meets building codes in regard to clearing and location, chimney and stove pipe quality and design. Also check in­ surance regulations. Third - match the stove size with the area to be heated. Fourth - read operation in­ structions and operate it safely. Contact my office at 338-3737 or P.O. Box 431, Woodstock, 60098 for details. AG Classes At MCC - I have recently noticed McHenry County college is making use of the skills of several local far­ mers. Jack Bingham, Lee Hennig, "Whitey" Thompson, and veterinarian Henry Szlachta will discuss herd health, fertility, milking management, and mer­ chandizing cattle. The classes will be on Feb. 21 and 28, 7:30-10 p.m. at the college. 'Also Bob Muirhead will be covering modern corn production an update on ad­ vanced corn production. These classes will be held respec­ tively on Feb. 8,15, and 22 from 7-9 p.m. and March 1 and 8 from 7-9 p.m. Both will be at South Crystal Lake high school. Call MCC to register for these courses. Definition Experience: knowing a lot of things you shouldn't do. -Gazette, Sabula, la. Positive Proof - The most impressive testimony for tolerance is a golden wedding an­ niversary. -Times, Marshalltown, la. Against Chem-Tool, Inc. Tales The Illinois Environmental Protection agency has filed suit before the Pollution Control board against Chem-Tool Inc., of Crystal Lake, and Bran­ denburg Demolition Inc., of Chicago for alleged violations of Environmental Protection act. The allegations in the two- count suit include the use of a solid waste management site without an operating permit issued by the Illinois EPA. In addition, the suit alleges James Athans, president of Chem-Tool Inc., and Brandenburg Demolition Inc., caused or allowed the open dumping of refuse in violation of solid waste rules and regulations adopted by the board. The property owned by Athans is located east of Ridgefield road, approximately 1 mile north of Illinois 176 and U.S. 14 in Crystal Lake. An investigation by the McHenry County Defenders, an en­ vironmental organization, last August revealed open dumping of concrete and wood at the site. The Defenders argue the dumping of 25 truckloads of waste from the Bethany Lutheran church will upset the environmentally sensitive watershed area for Crystal Lake. The Illinois EPA asks in the suit that the Pollution Control board impose a fine of $10,000 for each violation, and $1,000 for each day the violation continues, and that the board set a hearing within 90 days, providing 21 days' notice for Athans^ and Brandenburg Demolition, Inc., to answer allegations. The office of the attorney general will act as counsel for the Illinois EPA. Search For "Roots" At MCC For those who have always wanted to learn more about their ancestors and to trace their family's history, McHenry County college has a course. The new adult education class, Introduction to Genealogy, will be taught at the Woodstock Public library by Librarian Maggie Field. She explains that the course is a chance to use the library's resources to begin the personal search for one's pwn "roots" and to get hooked on the hobby of genealogy. Students will learn to use research to find the information and to prepare a family tree. "It's become one of the most popular hobbies in the U.S.," Ms. Field said, explaining that she got involved with geneaology four or five years ago after taking a college course. The class will meet from 9 11 a.m. Mondays for six wt at the library. One can register by telephoning McHenry County college. Classes begin the week of Feb. 5. Lakeland Park & Lakeland Shores Sharon Gacek 385-3777 Big Perch Won At Club Derby Perch were the catch of the day at the McCullom Lake Con­ servation club Ice Fishing derby that was held recently. Jumbo size<tperch won most of the prizes, as the northern and the bass that were being caught were under keeper (legal )size. Saturday the weather was just right for ice fishing on our lake. Due to the large amounts of snow, it was nearly impossible to bring an ice shack out on the lake. All club members were greatly relieved that the snow and high winds that were predicted for Sunday never materialized. The craft groups that were to be displaying their wares never ventured up to the derby for fear of bad weather. WINTER TO SPRING The McHenry Pigtail league will be holding registration on Feb. 10 and 17 at the McHenry firehouse on Route 120 in the meeting room. The parents can sign the girls up from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. It is required that the girls be 8 years of age by Dec. 31, and they may belong through 16 years of age. The fee provides the girls with a hat. a team shirt and insurance. For more information, please contact league president, Mr. Michael Aldrich. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Wishes for a wonderful day go out to Steven Wickenkamp and Dawn Gehrke, who celebrate on Jan. 31. Feb. 1 is special for Mark Giacomo and Wesley Kopsell. James Taylor will turn five on Feb. 2, Donna Humann will celebrate her day on Feb. 3, and Bonnie Parisi and Wendy Mueller will blow out candles on Feb. 4. Feb. 5 is the popular day for Richard Hahndorf, Cathy Storlie and Ken Radcliffe. Richard Kenneth Mercure will turn eight on that day. Delia Dralle will hear the birthday song on Feb. 6. Happy birthday one and all, and happy belated to all that I missed this month. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY ...to Ron and Jackie Creutz, who celebrate seventeen years together on Feb. 3, and to Gayle and Bob Laursen who celebrate their day on Feb. 4. Happy anniversary to all! COMPLAINTS Have received numerous calls on dogs who have been tearing open garbage bags. It's hard enough to drive around our subdivision with all the snow without having to worry about dodging glass bottles and other garbage. Please keep your dogs under control. It would be nice if the owners of these dogs would go out and clean up Shore drive. After all, the dogs' owners are respon- i t » » i » » » r t GOOD FOR A HOME MARKET ANALYSIS Reply promptly for on immediate appointment, or phone 815-385-9394' Name Address Phone C I47H tromc Ke.iltv \ mm rKiMin IN i• v \ PLACE STAMP MERE RDG REALTY OF ILLINOIS, INC. 920 N. Front Street McHenry, Illinois 60050 McHENRY COUNTY'S LARGEST OFFICE SUPPLY CENTER TWO FLOORS OF: • Accounting Forms •Office Supplies •Office Machines •Office Furniture FREE CATALOG BUSINESS DISCOUNTS OFFICE SUPPLY SALE! Bic "Crystal" MecJium Point Pen $ 1 7 9 | DOZ. Reg. $3 Third Cut File Folders 1 point, heavy weight, letter size M80 per 100 Reg. $7.50 --SALE ENDS FEBRUARY 28-- WOODSTOCK knuth9s oi"'"v T h e O f f i c e S u p p l y S p e c i a l i s t s 338-3535 sible for damage done by their dogs. Strange Conceit is a strange disease. It makes every­ one sick except the fellow who has it. •Tribune, Chicago. PUNCH LINE laurels laurels FIFTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the flies of January 31, 1929) The terms of nine supervisors of McHenry county will expire next April. These nine mem­ bers have a total of 112 years of service or an average of better than 12 years per man. Heading the list of veterans whose terms expire is Henry Turner of Hebron township, who will funish thirty years of service on the board. Next in line of ser­ vice is Stephen H. Freund of McHenry. The McHenry man was first elected to the board in 1909. Sine* that time Freund has been reelected nine times and has served twenty con­ secutive years. A big "quitting business" sale. » started at the Joseph J. Miller store on Riverside drive in McHenry. Many bargains . are awaiting the buyers who attend. The lobby of the West McHenry post office has been improved by a floor covering of some attractive linoleum. FORTY YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of February 9, 1939) The City Council decided to allow the prices for vehicle licenses to stand the same as last year. Thus the changes will not go into effect until next year. The change will be in­ cluded with general ordinances changes in newr codification. Adjustments in payments of fees will be made through the clerk's office. The idea of securing WPA assistance in street widening and laying of new sewer lines has not been forgotten, but Engineer Kasser has been unable to secure definite in­ formation as to when the project can be put through. Property owners in the business section of Riverside drive are especially interested in widening the street before the rush of summer traffic is with us again. James J. Boyle, former resident of McHenry, now of Jacksonville, Fla., acted as usher at the convention of the Diocesan Union of Holy Name society held at Jacksonville. Mr. Boyle is a brother of Miss Lola Boyle and Ed Boyle of this city. TWENTY-FIVE YEARSAGO (Taken from the files of February 4, 1954) Preliminary plans for the additions to Edgebrook school were discussed by the architect for Consolidated Grade School District 15. As now planned, the eight classrooms will be con­ structed directly back of the present play room. The hall at both ends of the play room will be extended. A suit has been filed in the Circuit court in Woodstock on behalf of Virginia Peterson, who is claiming damages for personal injuries in an action against the City of McHenry. "Hie suit is the result of an accident in which the city police car was involved in September, 1953, at the corner of Pearl street and Riverside drive. The poor groundhog is being blamed by most folks for the prospect of six more weeks of winter. However, if they are honest they will admit that whether or not he had made an appearance Tuesday, spring I rarely shows its welcome characteristics much before May. TEN YEARS AGO (Taken from the files of Janury 31, 1969) McHenry Police Chief Kenneth Espey reminds the public of numerous complaints regarding sidewalks which have not been cleared of ice and snow in residential areas. Everyone is urged to comply with an ordinance in this regard and make walking more pleasant. He also issued a reminder of another ordinance that states vehicles must be removed from the street bet­ ween the hours of 2 and 6 a.m. This allows the street depart­ ment to remove snow during the winter months and to keep the streets clean at all other times. A large portion of an L- shaped building on a farm owned by Northern Pump was destroyed by fire in the early hours of the day. Two steers being raised as 4-H projects and seventy-five chickens perished in the blaze, which caused damage in excess of $10,000. WAS YOUR PICTURE IN THE PAPER? Reprints of any photo which appeared in the McHenry Plaindealer and taken by our staff are available at modest prices. All are black and white. 4X5 -- $2.00 5 X 7 - $2.75 8 X 10 -- $4.00 Order Yours Today! ALLOW 7 DAYS FOR PROCESSING McHENRY PLAINDEALER 3812 West Elm Street Phone 385-0170 R $1-1 $3.88 to $4.48 $6.88 to $8.48 NOW |99| $2.88 $5.99 Pre-paated Wallpapers Pre-paated Vinyl Coated Pre-paated Solid Vinyl You'll find florals, stripes and geometries--all washable and strippable--and all ready to take home. But we suggest that you come in early, while selection is greatest. 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