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I'l MN '*»• VI I K - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28.197«£ PAGE 1 lUNDERWEAR, SOCKS Not Included OUR DISCOUNT PRICE * CATAIOG OUTLET STORE • JEWEL CATALOG OUTLET STORE • JEWEL CATALOG OUTLET STORE - • JEWEL CATALOG OUTLET STORE • JEWEL CATALOG OUTLET STORE • JEWEL CATALOG OUTLET A DIVISION OF JEWEL Mon.,Tues.-9 a.m.-5 p.r DIRECT MARKETING Wed., Thurs., Fr. Virginia St. " 9 a.m.-8 p.m. CRYSTAL LAKE -at. 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. 815-455-0333 * • Sun. 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Sale Days Wed., March 28 Thru Tues., April 3 --While Quantities-- We will be CLOSED ON MONDAY, APRIL 2 for our annual inventory We will open again on Tuesday, April 3 PRE-INVENTORY Bradley Honors Elaine Bottari "A first hand look at the RTA," was offered last week when RTA board member D. Daniel Baldino addressed the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce Industrial committee luncheon. Over 50 persons listened to Baldino at Sasha's Crescent Bav Landing in Johnsburg. Baldino cited existing problems of the RTA and explained that he was in favor of the elimination of the RTA imposed gas tax. "The entire financing of the RTA needs to be restructured," he explained. Baldino indicated he is in favor of a 1 percent general sales tax to fund the system. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD BALDINO CITES RTA PROBLEMS (Continued from page 1) tinued, "and that is the biggest challenge facing the RTA." "Many county systems are doing •well," he offered, "but to improve the service requires much capital investment." He explained the difficulty in negotiating with rail carriers presents another problem for the board. "Trains don't care about people," he said, "they care about freight." Baldino explained that railroad contracts are negotiated nationally, and the escalating costs are hard to control. To control escalating costs with local carriers, Baldino indicated direct negotiations with contract carriers was a necessity. "As energy problems in­ crease," the board member implied, "the need for ex­ panded public transportation is greater. If we can put a man on the moon, we can develop a transportation system for the regional area." A difficult problem facing the board in developing a workable system is availability of qualified personnel. "There is a lack of talent in the Public Transit industry," he reported. "Nine out of 10 proposals by professional planners for transportation systems in this area haven't worked." He said surburban systems need to be tailored to individual communities and systems reevaluated and changed to be sure they are working as ef­ ficiently as possible. "We have begun to stabilize the system," Baldino ex­ plained. "But we need to do a lot more." CITY PONDERS Harker urged that they "get the monkey on the right back. Can you get it (agreement) for the land from Backhaus?" Berg, "After the second year (of development) we could star.t deeding land, 8 acres or 5 acres in increments." Stanek, "Hell! We got to get it all in two years." Narusis noted that there was the problem of RDG dedicating right-of-ways that they don't own." Stanek, "We've been very fair (to RDG). I hope you don't interpret that as weakness or stupidity." Berg, "I hope you don't in­ terpret it that way." Stanek, "You've got a lot of * horses to line up," and he added shortly after that he would like to see the property dedicated on the day the agreement is signed. Berg, "We can do it in three years, we can start giving. We're not interested in giving everything up front," but he said he would take back to Don (Gersted), his partner, the Council's concern about guarantees and time frames. Narusis discussed what choices the city would have on the use of area "H" which is 8 acres of open space with some problem soils west of Boone creek that could be used for park or city facilities such as a well or even for storm water detention if necessary. Some persons present could recall that the area was part of a drainage system that received water from large sections of Bull Valley. The City Council also wanted to maked sure that if the developer changed the boun­ daries of the dedicated lands, which Berg suggested was possible due to unforeseen conditions, that it wouldn't reduce the quality of the promised land or its road frontage. Rogers asked Narusis if this Children Die In Residence Blaze agreement would compel a LACK OF DEVELOPER subsecluent buyer to develop i -- J according 4~ 4U" GUARANTEES (Continued from page 1) RDG would go under, Backhaus would have the benefit of the PUD zoning with no obligation (to the city). Alderman George Harker asked if Backhaus could be included in the agreement. Narusis answered "Yes, if you change one word: Residential (RDG) to Owner (whoever owns the property, presently Backhuas".) Stanek asked if the city could get the property then, that the 50 acres in question didn't seem to be of much value. Berg asked. "Doesn't the agreement say the developer must dedicate the land?" Narusis, "No, he could wait out the 10 years (statutory limit on PUD life) and still get the underlying zoning." Bolger, "Then we need a paragraph that would nullify the zoning." Narusis, "Yes, so that the zoning would revert if the provisions were not completed. Berg protested, "There must be good faith on both parts. We are relying on the city for some things. I feel entitled, maybe that's the wrong word, to some things because of the advance things done." And it was noted by one speaker that in case of default, the agreement doesn't obligate RDG to do anything. Fred Meyer, superintendent of city utilities, asked about RDG's options with Backhaus, was the time limited. Narusis answered that there were numerous provisions, he didn't know what they were. But, he added, the zoning would be a valuable package and it would be salable in many nlarps Over The Fence Never waste house­ hold scraps-open the windows and let the neighbors hear them. -News, San Diego. Two children died Thursday afternoon when fire swept through their home at 4421 Bayview lane, near Burton's Bridge. Donna Dee Clinton, 6, and her sister, Tina Lee Clinton, 3, were pronounced dead at the scene, after their bodies were found inside their burned residence. Sheriff's police and the Nunda rural fire department responded to the report of a fire at the home. When they arrived at the scene, the home was engulfed in flames and it was learned that the two sisters were trapped inside the home. Repeated attempts to rescue the children failed. A brother, Gary Clinton, 13, who was babysitting while the children's mother was at work, was not injured in the fire. State fire marshals are investigating the fire to determine the cause of the blaze. Declare County Flooding Area Governor James R. Thomp­ son has requested that the Small Business administration declare 26 floodyig Illinois counties physical disaster areas to make homeowners, businessmen and farmers there eligible for low-interest loans. The SBA is located at 219 S. Dearborn, Chicago, 111., 60604. If approved, persons suf­ fering flood-related physical damage to property would be eligible for 7:jH percent loans. The 26 counties include McHenry. Fifty McHenry county homes are listed with damage amounting to $250,000. £3} SENIOR CITIZEN S CORNER HELPFUL IDEAS FOR SUCCESSFUL RETIREMENT <"Zt\ the land according to the existing provisions during the 10-year period (life of PUD). Narusis said he didn't see how the agreement would make the developer do what is promised if "bad things hap­ pen". As the Council examined the last parts of the proposed preannexation pact they wondered if they could make sure that the "agreement goes with the land". Narusis said the present agreement does not deal with this question. Then he asked if all the alderman agreed that R- 1 zoning should be reverted to if the developer defaults or 10 years go by. Alderman Ernest Schooley noted that usually the attorneys work out differences between themselves and then present workable agreements for Council approval. Narusis advised that he had already discussed the various problems with the RDG at­ torney, but the points in question are policy decisions which the city must make. Rogers complained of the lateness of the hour and that all the paragraphs began to sound the same to him. He suggested a recess to a later date to give the aldermen a chance to read the agreement. Narusis said there were some important sections to consider and had Mayor Stanek point them out. The next meeting for review of the pre-annexation agreement is set for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 4. Preventive Heahlreare"*^ habits have changed, for exam- Medical authorities across the pie, as a result of the increased country are encouraged by awareness of the dangers of fat results of recent research in- and cholesterol. The end result? dicating more Americans are Heart disease is on the decline taking preventive measures to nationally. ensure longevity. According to another study, the Senior citizens, after con- num^er of Americans who know suiting with a physician, should rea'ize itis possible to have high consider perhaps adding a bit of blood pressure without having exercise to their lifestyle. Exer- any obvious symptoms has . in­ cise can help you feel better, lose creased from 30 to 57 per cent weight and stay healthy. over the past five years. Another encouraging note is More people than ever are tak- ^ jact ^at the knowledge that ing regular exercise. In addition, excessive salt jn the diet is one one survey pointed out recently ^ause of hypertension has in- that 31 million Americans have crease(j to 61 per cent from only stopped smoking. 37 per cent. In the meantime, it In addition, senior citizens are is also important to note that becoming increasingly aware of the proportion of Americans the causes of various diseases who have their blood pressure and what can be done to arrest checked every six months or less and avoid them. Nutritional has now risen to 65 percent. YOUR WEEK AHEAD By DAM IS Forecast Period - 3/31 - 4/5/79 ARIES Questions tjiat have been troubling you are Mar. 21-Apr. 19 cleared up. Play it low key and things fall into place. TAURUS Loyal friends may prove to be a great source of Apr. 20-May 20 comfort in a time of need. Keep your mind on your goals. GEMINI You will find your place in the limelight. Impor- May21-June20 tant happenings are very advantageous. Be con­ siderate of one who helped. MOONCHILD June 21-July 22 LEO Delving into ancient teachings gets you into an en­ tirely new field and leads to exciting revelations. Attitude and concern for others is eased, since ad- July 23-Aug. 22 ditional funds may come your way...and just in time too. VIRGO Partners play an important part in the picture this Aug. 23-Sept.22 week. Cooperate either way. Turn the reins over. LIBRA Have faith in your capabilities. Employment mat- Sept. 23-Oct. 22 ters are running along smoothly. SCORPIO Strengthen ties of affection with the little people. Oct. 23-Nov. 21 Creative activities are pleasurable. SAGITTARIUS This is not the time for a show-down. Turn your Nov. 22-Dec. 21 talents to sewing seeds of content for future har­ vest. CAPRICORN A visit to an out of town relative brings a new in- Dec. 22-Jan. 19 terest into your life. Follow up on correspon­ dence. *. AQUARIUS A fortunate business arrangement brings in a Jan. 20-Feb. 18 welcome bonus. Continue with the work. PISCES Your popularity brings opportunity for social and Feb. 19-Mar. 20 business advancement. Enjoy the attention. Personality Profit* For your Sun Sign Analysis send the day month year and place ol birth plus Si 00 tor pottage and handling to Or Damis Staff PO Box 526 Pinellas Park. Florida 33565 Kindergarten Registration To April 4 McHenry Elementary School District No. 15 is holding a kindergarten registration and screening through April 4 at Zion Lutheran Church, 4206 W. Rt. 120. Completion of registration form, parent in­ terview and educational screening are required for all children who will be entering kindergarten in the fall. Call 385-7210 for an ap­ pointment. The cooperation of all parents is needed for this new procedure to reach 100 percent of incoming kin­ dergarteners. i EDUCATIONAL | •-- i j .C.ollege Honors J off* ?*"• Elaine Bottari, 413 Ken­ sington drive, McHenry, has been selected for inclusion in the 1978-79 edition of Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. Selection is based on academic achievement, ser­ vice to the community, leadership in extracurricular activities and future potential. A select number are nominated by a campus committee. Elaine is a graduate student majoring in Speech and Hearing at Bradley, a medium- sized university of 4,000 with strong programs in engineering, business, liberal arts, education, health sciences, communications and fine arts. IN PLAY CAST The community of Macomb will serve as the setting for an original play "Geranium Days" to be performed Thursday through Saturday. March 29-31 on the Western Illinois university campus. Members of the cast include Linda Durkin, a freshman English major from 5200 Maple Hill drive. McHenry. CHAIN-FOX MEETING There will be a meeting of the Chain of Lakes-Fox River .commission Friday, March 30, at 2 p.m. to be held at the McHenry city hall. To determine if a refrigerated or thawed frozen casserole is heated through- f~! i out, insert the blade of a table knife in the center for a few seconds. If the tip of the knife is really hut V«pch removed--the casseic. ready to serve. Our inventory is less than a week away and its CLEARANCE time in our Softlines departments. ALL ITEMS LISTED BELOW ARE ON SALE. --THIS IS NOT A STOREWIDE SALE-- •ALL LADIES' CLOTHING •ALL MENS' CLOTHING •ALL GIRLS' CLOTHING •ALL BOYS' CLOTHING •BOOTS & SHOES •PILLOW COVERS •PILLOWS •TABLECLOTHS •BLANKETS •BEDSPREADS •SHEETS •PILLOWCASES •SEWING NEEDS •BATH TANK SETS •BATH MATS •MATTRESS PADS •THROW RUGS •ROOM SIZE RUGS •FURNITURE THROWS •SLIPCOVERS •SHOWER CURTAINS •DRAPES •CURTAINS •NEEDLECRAFT (FOX) RIVER ROAD? -Yes, you can cross the Fox river near the Route 120 bridge in McHenry or you can cross the Fox in two areas on River road. This above scene shows a county truck spreaoing ' sand before the water begins to freeze. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAY LOUD