The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

CAiP£?R WMEDY-Members of the cast, Tina Propp as the Assistant Driver, George Cina as Morrison and Rene Benitz as the Ambulance DriverT rehease a scene from the comedy "Gramercy Ghost", presented by McHenry County Preforming Arts association and directed by Barbara D. Miller at McHenry Junior high, 3711 W. Kane avenue at 8 p.m. May 9 and 10. Tickets are sold at the door. For information or group rates, call 344-2969 or 344-0565. I SERVICE NEWS I Promotion For Spring Grove Man Marine Cpl. Christopher L. Moncrief, son of Berne and Jane Moncrief of 1500 Briar, Spring Grove, was meritoriously promoted to his present rank and has been awarded a Meritorious Mast while serving with the 1st Marine division at Camp Pendleton, Calif. A Meritorious Mast is official recognition from an individual's commanding officer for superior in­ dividual performance. It is issued in the form of a b u l l e t i n p u b l i s h e d throughout the command, and a copy is entered in the individual's permanent service records. Moncrief was cited for his performance while assigned to Noncommissioned Of­ ficers school. His diligence, desire to excel and spiritied to his selection as the third highest graduate in his class. Parachutists Badge For Gregory Moncrief Pvt. Gregory A. Moncrief. son of Mr. and Mrs. Bernie Moncrief, 1500 Briar, Spring Grove, recently received a Parachutist badge upon completion of the three-Week airborne course at thfe U.S. Army Infantry school, Fort Benning, Ga. During the first week of training, students undergo a rigorous physical training program and receive in­ struction in the theory of parachuting. The second week they receive practical ? training by jumping from 34- foot and 250-foot towers. The final week includes five static-line parachute jumps. Recruit Training Ends For Season Navy Seaman Recruit William B. Cheatham, stepson of Maryln J. and son of Thomas A. Cheatham, Sr., of 3719 W. Maple avenue, McHenry, has completed recruit training at the Naval Training center, Orlando, Fla. During the eight-week training cycle, trainees studied general military subjects designed to prepare them for further academic and on-the-job training in one of the Navy's 85 basic occupational fields. Included in their studies were seamanship, close order drill, Naval history and first aid. Personnel who complete this course of in­ struction are eligible for three hours of college credit in Physical Education and Hygiene. A 1980 graduate of McHenry high school, he joined the Navy in Sep­ tember, 1979. 4 C.E. Rich Completes Electricity Course Navy Seaman Christopher E. Rich, son of Dennis L. and Judith A. Rich of 515 Main street, Spring Grove, has completed the Navy's Basic Electricity - Electronics course. Four weeks of study at Navy Service school com­ mand, Orlando, Fla., in­ cluded review of basic mathematics, fundamental REPORTS FOR DUTY Marine Cpl. Robert D. Lewakowski, son of Mr. and Mrs. Norbert Lewakowski of 5016 Bonner, McHenry, has reported for duty at El Toro Marine corps Air station, Santa Ana, Calif. A graduate of Deerfield high school, he joined the Marine corps in August, 1977. electrical formulas plus the principles of alternating and direct current circuits. Students also received in­ struction on basic circuit testing methods, including the use of multimeters and audio signal generators. A 1976 graduate of Marian Central Catholic high school, he joined the^avy in December, 1979. * * « • It never occurs to some that others have sense enough to manage their own affairs. • • • * We often wonder who writes the siushy words to song hits and why they are usually allowed to go free afterwards. Now't th» tinw to ch«ck your Screens WHN TMC BUGS AM »UZ2IN' . -- VOtrilWAMTTO KCSP TMfM OUT. WI MP AM Ail KINDS Of SCMiNS. WOOO OS ALUMINUM MAMiS. SCI IK Mi GLASS NiSDS TOO I WK MOiAZI M OUR SHOT Of IN YOUR |McHenry Paint, Glass & Wallpaper HS.71H 1411W. MM---McNCNRV ' 'TiH MITHWi. Till WI,IAT. MMiW Economic Problems Farmers Leaders of the state's five major farm organizations, and Illinois Director of Agriculture John Block, will be contacting the Carter administration in coming days to ask for swift action to a l l e v i a t e d e e p e n i n g economic problems on Illinois farms. Leaders of the American Agriculture Movement, Farm Bureau, Farmers Union, National Farmers organization, and the Grange met in Springfield with Illinois Director of Agriculture John Block earlier this week-and agreed on a plan to submit to the administration. The farm leaders of Illinois are asking the Carter administration to: -Lift the grain embargo against the Soviet Union, because it appears that American farmers were the major victims. -Announce an immediate land diversion program to reduce grain production by 17 million metric tons-the amount that would have been exported to the Soviets. On Plan -Purchase the rest of the 17 million metric tons that would have gone to the Soviets this year. That would give strength to grain prices and provide cash for far­ mers to plant the new crop. -Stop reselling or retendering contracts on grain that was to go to the Soviets until grain prices improve substantially, -Act quickly and agfessively to expand foreign markets-including greater use of the PL 480 program. (PL 480 or the Food for Peace Program makes grain available at reduced rates, and provides for long-term, low interest loans on grain purchases from the U.S.) -Establish an expediting office or person in govern­ ment that farmers can contact to cut through red tape to get help needed for alcohol fuel production. -Develop domestic and international markets for U.S. livestock and livestock products. -Control inflation without tightening money supplies, so that farmers may take out loans to plat the upcoming crop. -Stimulate American productivity by , providing incentives for American businesses to modernize and become competitive. The farm organizations added that many govern­ ment actions in recent months have been detrimental to agruculture's economic health. The farm organizations also urged all concerned citizens to join in the fight for the survival of our nation's food producing machine, and the groups pledged to work together to foster a united front to help farmers help themselves. • • • * There is often a motive b e h i n d u n e x p e c t e d favors. * • * * Obey the rules of the road if you want to live longer PAGE 17 • PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY, MAY 7,1980 BUDDY'S WORKSHOP Repairing Wooden Columns The front porch hat wooden columns made of section* of wood glued together to form a round post. The winter weather has split the wood in several places. Deep separa­ tions show and the paint is chipping. What would be a good filler to use for the cracks? While the weather is still cool, use a good glazing com­ pound to fill the cracks. Low humidity causes the wood to shrink and cool, dry weather will make the cracks more prominent. The wood must be thoroughly dry before apply­ ing the glazing compound. After the compound has dried for several days, repaint the column. lb- While checking the roof this spring, I noticed that the flashing on the corners of the chimney have separated. Can I repair the corners or will I need to replace' the flashings? You can repair the flashings with an asbestos fibered asphalt roof patching compound. Spread a generous amount of the asphalt compound over the flashing and extend the coating three inches or more on each side of the separation. Cut a strip of burlap slightly smaller than the area and press or roll it into the compound until it seeps through the weave. With a trowel, apply another layer of the roofing compound over the burlap, extending about an inch beyond the burlap on each side. We have a small file cabinet made of hard plastic. The color does not harmonize with the other furnishings in the room. Is there a special kind of paint that will stick to hard plastic? Yes, hard plastic can painted successfully with an acry­ lic sign paint. Regular acrylic latex wall or house paint will not hold up. Scrub the plastic with steel wool and then use denatured alcohol to remove any excess dirt or film. When the cabinet is dry, apply the acrylic sign paint. /Y/\Of\TT( »0/V\ERY SALE ENDS 5/10/80 Special inside rack lets you cook up to 3 foods at once. 8290 Save •120 Microwave cooks, browns your meals. 47988 1.5-cu.ft. oven with mem­ory has built-in brown­er; delay start; temp probe. Regularly 599.99 Wards offers low-cost professional installation. 919 Save *50 Built-in 5-cycle dishwasher. 22988 Regularly 279.99 Energy-saver switch saves electricity. All- porcelainized interior. Pots/pans cycle, more. 319.99 portable, 269.88 Save *10 Flame-retard ant. Meets Industry Standard CPAI-84. Wards 8x10-foot family cabin tent. Easy to set up and store. M i l d e w - r e s i s t a n t n y l o n • A A O O walls, floor; canvas roof. Regularly 99.99 Save 830 Lightweight 30-lb Sea Snark® boat. 1900 Basic open arm with 4 stitches as low as 99.88 Save *100 Convertible open arm with 10 stitches. 14988 Regularly 249.95 Flip tray up for large flat sewing area. 4-step blt-in buttonholer. Simulated walnut amxtt 6305 Save *30 Stereo system for the music enthusiast. AM/FM stereo receiver has lift built-in AFC/cassette re- Regularly 129.99 corder/player; 2 speakers. Unassembled. Save '20 26", 10-speed bike for boys and girls. 11988 Regularly 139.99 Positron rear derailleur; safety extension brake levers. In-frame cables. 169 Regularly 199 88 Regularly 199.99 a®©*' Plastic cabinet. Save *40 Space-saving 13" diag Auto Color TV. Auto Color control main- QQ tains preset color levels. *lll\|OO Regularly 329.99 AFC, negative-matrix tube. Btrs extra. New AM/FM cassette boasts big sound! AC/DC stereo system has 5" woofers, 2" tweeters. 1 T088 Record live or from radio. 179 Regularly 279.99 SAVE '40 Great buy. Safe paddling with 17' aluminum canoe Has 37-in beam, 730-lb ft A QQ c a p a c i t y , n e w e x t e r i o r < k l l O O trim. Weighs only 85 lbs. 359 REG. 399.99 Polystyrene sailboat features streamlined 1-pc construction. Dag- gerboard, sail, rudder, fittings, and riggings. Save $60 Lightweight 12-foot polyethylene canoe. Sturdy, 400-lb-capacity can o e h a s 3 6 - i n b e a m , 2 " 1 I1A88 built-in seats. 65 pounds. 119 Regulalry 179.99 Save 540 10-ft inflatable raft for four people. 10997 Sevylor* raft is fitted for motor mount or sail­ing rig. 2 inflated seats. Regularly 149.99 Save Now At Wards Low Prices-Just Add It To Your Charg-All Account Big Buys? By all means! STORE HOURS: Mon. thru Fri. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday 9 30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Crystal Lake 105 Northwest Htftiway Route 14 Phono 815459 3120 FREE PARKING