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• U \ V > W V ' • TUESDAY. JULY 3. lilt Editorial July 4,1979 Bit by bit we are selling America to foreign powers by importing energy at outrageous prices ... This costs America its' international respect, its' credibility, and its' economic liability. Why don't we get to­ gether and demonstrate a little common sense by conserving and sensibly using our natural resources? Let us stop being spoiled comfort-seekers . . . soft. . . and thoughtless of real human needs. Saving Energy If Congress had the courage to enact the necessary legislation, s siipttficsnt percentage of the energy consumed in the United States could he almost immediately conserved. Unnecessary night lighting for advertising purposes could be banned after 10 p.m. Auto racing could be reduced to s minimum. Flood lighting of government and public utilities buildings could be banned. Interior lighting at night could be reduced. . Billboard lighting along the highways could be barred after 10 pjn. Sports events could be moved from 8 p.m . to 7pjn. And, if the energy crunch becomes grim enough, pleasure boating, flying and driving could be limited. But Congress won't pass such legislation, the people, or voters, would raise such a howl, some members wouldfac ousted in next years' congressional elections. In short, the truth is that the people are not yet ready to make the sacrifices necessary to reduce .energy consumption. ; As a result, when the next oil cutoff comes, we are likely to Witness an undisciplined panic-by an undisciplined citizenry, most •of whom are today too young to remember either World War II or die depression, the last two major crises to threaten America. Food Stamp Allotments Up Maximum Monthly Income $306 403 500 CQA Dsn) Maximum Coupon Allotment $ 61 112 Family Size one two three four five six seven eight Public Aid director ArtiHir F. Quern announced June 26 that food stamp allotments and income levels are increased July l, for all households participating in the Food Stamp program. The adjustment reflects rising food prices. In addition to the changes in food stamp incoipe and allotment levels, the deductions will also be increased for food f stamp users. The standard deduction for all households will be raised to $70 to a $90 maximum limit for dependent care and-or shelter cost will be put into effect. The monthly income and coupon allotment amounts are - based on the USDA Thrifty Food plan. The amount of the increase will be dependent upon the size and income of the household involved. Households with more than eight members will receive a $46 maximum allotment adjustment for each additional person. Persons should apply at their local Public Aid office where eligibility will be determined on income, assets, and size of family. If eligible for participation, households will receive a Food Stamp authorization to participate. 103 N Richmond Rd . McHenry E yes examined Contact Lenses Classes fitted Mon , Toes.. Thurs.. Fri.. 4 ( p m Tues , Thurs , Fri.. 7 tp m Sat ,9 30 to 3 00 Ph 3U 41SI or 3SS 7267 Fire. Auto. Farm. Lite Representing * RELIABLE COMPANIES 4410 W. Rte 170. McHenry MS 1300 McHENRY COUNTY OFFICE MACHINES AUTO LIFE FIRE Additional information about the food Stamp program is available at all local Public Aid offices or by calling the toll-free Food Stamp Hotline: 800-972- 4606. SALES SERVICE * RENTALS Mon Saf*-S:30 ._ Friday til 4 00 4) Grant St.. Crystal Lake Ph 4S9 1214 McHenry Telephone Answering & Letter Service 1 Answering Service ' Car. Telephone £ Paging Service * Complete Mimeographing S Printing Serivce • Typing S Photocopying " ^ Ph. 385 0258 McHENRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 3K-4300 FAMILY SERVICE ft MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC 3409 W. 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