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It was a night of dreams fulfilled, tearful surprises, affectionate farewells, arid the beginning of an ad­ venture for McHenry's 1960 Fiesta Day queen, Lis* Grimmonpre, 17. The brown- haired, blue-eyed 1980 MCHS graduate is the daughter df Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Grim­ monpre of 6310 Roundup road, and was the fibt contestant presented to the enthusiastic crowd of 300 spectators. The pageant, held Tuesday evening, June 24, was sponsored by the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce and American Legion Post 491 and auxiliary, and proved to be a "night of wonderful memories", as expressed by %1979 queen, Karen Szumlas? First runner-up was Judy Anne Honning,. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Honning, 401 Mineral Springs, who would take over the queen's duties if for some reason Lisa could not fulfill them. Second runner- up wa6 Barbara Humann, daughter of Mr and Mrs-. Donald L. Humann, 5003 W. Willow lane. Third runner-up was Gayle Hess, daughter of. "SERVING THE CHAIN-O-LAKES REGION SINCE 1875' VOLUME 104 NUMBER 94 <^pRIDAt, JUNE 27, 1980 2 SECTIONS 26 PAGES 25' On Cyclists Newly crowned Miss McHenry, Lisa Grimmonpre, flashes a happy smile, but it covers a' tear being brushed away by the 1979 title-holder, Karen Siumlas, Just moments after the crowning Tuesday evening in the AmericaqT Legion clubhouse. Runners-up were Judy Anne Honning, firsth and Barbara Humann, second. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD A noticeable increase in bicycle traffic violations and. a number of vehicle-bicycle collisi6ns resulting in in­ jured bicyclists has promp-* ted the City of McHenry Police department tp em­ bark on a program to reduce these problems.' According to McHenry Police .Chief fceorge R. Pasenelli, the violations range from«afety - riding a bike with no brakes - to d i s o b e y i n g t r a f f i c regulations. "Some kids don't know the rules of the road, some are just lax and some just have a "so what" attitude toward riding-a bike," he observed. "We have to do something," Pasenelli said. "Vfe have to at least get the <4u$4{)riride on the qg^t side orthe road?' - . The Police department is instituting a program where the violators will be asked to attend a meeting with police. These meetings are opei> to the public and will be held every Thursday morning at 9:30 from July 3 (tentative) It: on tell us to 'Make Beautiful' but how doit?" iras the frustration of a resident as she 3rted vandalism to local i officers soon after the new beautifying program started. She was reporting the destruction of geraniums that lined her property. Theft was not the proper word. She would not have minded so much if someone took them home to: plant Instead, they tore them apart and tossed the pieces "*""1 lboring property, vandalism took place jperty which everyone consider among the ided lawns in the city, couple has invested jly in time, effort and money to make the surroundings attractive. . Not only do they enter into the spirit of holiday decorating; their lawn at­ tracts admiring glances all year 'round. Realizing that vandalism is rampant, and that this property is vulnerable by its very location, we expressed some wonder that they had beehso fortunate in the past. We learned they had not. What most of us don't know is that there are a few ofOUr neighbors who fail to ed even by this treatment. We thfs when we that among destruction and thefts in the past was included the American flag, even though it remains lighted at night. There have been suggestions( and possibly there is now some kind of legislation that makes parents responsible for the actions of minor children. If there is not, it might be more consideration, ten Alderman Nolan initiated her dream of "Mike McHenry Beautiful", one of her first fears was of possible vandalism. Because it m something generally 1, it is very possible Council members may encourage harsh treatment. We certainly hope so! KAF Courthouse Expansion Review Set There was little action at last week's County board meeting on government needs as the committee headed by Clint Claypool, McHenry, is still negotiating over the price and takeover of the glass block building south of the courthouse. Claypool said after the meeting he hopes to have solid action to report at the July 15 meeting, and ex­ plained a consultant is evaluating ways to make the building energy efficient. The committee has assigned a sub-committee. of Phyllis Walters, Algonquin', and A1 Collins, Wonder Lake, to look into offices most feasible to move to the separate building should a decision be reached to purchase and remodel the Russel court structure. (Continued on page 18) McHenry Man Shot While Unloading Vacation Gear Unpacking from a recent vacation turned out to be a rather unpleasant ex­ perience for one area resident .early last Monday morning. The Sheriff's police were called to the emergency room of McHenry hospital at about 1 a.m. June 23, where Scott Wilson, 24, of 3100 S. River road, McHenry, was being, treated for a gunshot wound in the right thigh. Wilson told police he was unloading vacation gear when a .32 caliber revolver in one of the bags discharged. In other area ihcidents, the Sheriff's police noticed two cars parked, in the drive of Valley View school, Route 120 west of McHenry. As the officer stopped to in­ vestigate, one of the drivers fled in his vehicle and the other said the, fleeing driver had just hit his car. The chase that followed reached speeds in excess of 100 mph until the speeding auto failed to negotiate a turn and stopped in a ditch. The driver of the auto then attempted to flee on foot, but was apprehended. Brian Fritz, 23, of 4900 Parkview, McHenry, was arrested and charged with driving With a suspended l i c e n s e , f l e e i n g a n d a t ­ tempting to elude police, leaving the scene of an ac­ cident, resisting arrest and reckless driving. Bond was set at $4,035. A man wanted by Sheriff's police for a battery charge was taken into custody by McHenry police at 12:10 a.m. last Monday. (Continued on page 18) to sometime in August or September. "We are not going to compel the violator to at­ tend, in most cases," Pasenelli pointed out. The meetings will • cover such questions as: Is the bike the right size? Does it have the correct equipment and is it safe? The rules of the road will also be covered in the meetings. - « "Hopefully, by targeting the violator and extending an invitation to the public, we can start reducing the number of accidents and infractions," Pasenelli said. When violations are seen on the street, police officers will issue warning tickets to the errant biker. Pasenelli noted that these tickets are not "go to court" tickets and will request that the person attend the T h u r s d a y m o r n i n g meetings. He reiterated that the meetings will not be mandatory - in most cases. "Only in the instances where the violation, is so serious that, in the officer's opinion, the violator shoiild be issued a traffic citation, or a juvenile contact report, will attendance at the meetings be mandatory," Pasenelli said. Outstanding Talent In '80 Drum Corps Magic This ryeaf marks the twenty-first year of Drum Corps Magic, which an­ nually ma^ks the closing of Fiesta days. The show is sponsored by the McHenry Miss Peanut Crowned be deter •kind of realized learned worth Whe Area Chamber of Commerce and tickets are now on sale at the C of C office. Drum Corps Magic for 1980 will feature such corps as the Phantom Regiment from Rockford. Many have seen this outstanding group as well as some of the other corps participating in the show on national TV in Drum Corps International com­ petition. The Regiment has placed second for the last three years in the ultimate of drum corps competition. The Cavaliers from Chicago have always pleased crowds at \ cHenry's Drum Corps agic show, and many thousands have seen them win national championships. They again will compete for prizes in McHenry's show Sunday, July 27. The Guardsmen from Schaumburg, 111., will also compete. Although a younger corps, it has placed (Continued on page 18) TIE FOR MISS CONGENIALITY-Two pretty young ladies who won the admiration of competitors for the Miss McHenry title tied for the Miss Congeniality honor Tuesday evening. They are SundaeMorrison, left, and Judy Anne Honning, who also was first runnerup in the queen competition. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD Fair Talent Contest Early Plans Revealed DOLLAR DAYS . Dollar Days opened in McHenry Thursday, June 26, and will continue ihrough Saturday. Annual City Picnic In Park July Fourth "Cute as.a peanut" well describes the holder of the title, Little Miss Peanut, 'Tonya Dodge. The six-year-old Tonya topped a field of SS Wednesday evening at the Legion clubhouse to receive her title and crown. A! left Is the first runnerup, Judith (JJ) Warren and at right is Kelly Magdlc, 5209 8bore drive, second runnerup. Pictures on Page 5, story Page 18. ' STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD McHenry's once-a-year community picnic, in commemoration of the Fourth of July holiday, will be held for the fourth time in Petersen park. Stellar attraction will be the Fireball Eight, under the direction of Bob Freund, who will play for the pleasure of the crowd from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Pete Merkel, who is city park director, and his recreation committee have planned a variety of games and contests for children and adults. Horseshoes, tennis and shuffleboard will be included as McHenry joins the nation in this important day of celebration. Special awards will be presented to children par­ ticipating in the events. Families are urged to pack their picnic baskets and join in a day of fun. Beverages will be available. Plans for the 1980 talent contest conducted in con­ junction with the McHenry County fair July 30-Aug. 3 have been announced by Bill Tammeus, general chair­ man for the talent contest activities at the fair. Auditions will be held Sunday, July 27, and finalists in the two divisions will be selected for the finals to be held as a feature attraction at the fair Friday evening, Aug. 1. The two divisions are as follows: Junior division- contestants born Jan. 1,1967, or later, and Senior division, contestants born before Jan. 1, 1967. Eqtries may include any type of talent and solo and group entries will compete in the same program. Tammeus said proof of age will be required. "This is an excellent time for serious students to perform in a competitive atmosphere for cash prizes as well as for the experience and public recognition of their talents and achievements," Tammeus said. a All finalists^vill receive at least $10. First place in the Senior division will receive $100. First place in the Junior division will receive $50. The first place winners of each division will represent the McHenry County Fair association in the Illinois state talent contest in Springfield. Judges for the auditions and final com­ petition will be furnished by McHenry County college. Entry forms may be sent to Talent Contest,, P.O. Box 484, Woodstock, 60098. En­ tries should include name, age, address and phone number of the contestant or leader of the group entry. The entry deadline is July 15. Ken Kunzer and Kathy Thomas of the MoHenry County Youth Service bureau are helping with the program and can supply added information. • Your FREE TV Listing Magazine Inside! A New Queen Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hess, 2309 Woodlawn Park, and fourth runner-up, Mary Sch- mitt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Schmitt, 3715 Spring Grove road, John- sburg. Under the able guidance of Mistress of Ceremonies Bonnie Gaza, the girls moved across the flower- banked stage in the first category, evening gown competition. Dressed in a simple but elegantly draped lavender gown, Lisa was candidate No.' I. She jn- iuced herself to the jience, telling of her plans p&ttend the University of Buthern California this fall, Jtil a major in Public stations. While in high school, she was a member of **" Pom Pon Girls and iish Honor society. Each of the twenty-one contestants proved the worth o{> the intensive ten-week charm course taught by Sharon Nye to help prepare the girls for the pageant. They remained composed and smiling through each category: evening gown and self-introduction; swim- sijits; and back in their evening gowns to answer a question chosen at random. Mrs. Nye praised the contestants as 'the most exceptional' group with whom she's worked because of their wonderful attitudes a n d o u t s t a n d i n g cooperation. Their affection and appreciation for her efforts was evident in the spontaneous standing ovation they gave) her ̂ one of the first of many' emotion- packed moments of the evening. Judges for the event had been interviewing the girls singly and in small groups since noon the day of the contest. This question period enabled them to see the girls under more relaxed con­ ditions, and provided part of each contestant's total score. This year's judges were Richard Foxman, an executive in the fashion industry; Mrs. Genie Mc- Cully, a member of the staff at Judith Svalander School of Ballet, Crystal Lake; and Peter Giamalva of Thomson Vacations, Chicago. The girls were asked thought- provoking questions per­ taining to personal goals, values, ideals and problems confronting young women in 1980 America. During an interlude when the contestants left the stage to prepare for the next phase of competition, Fran Olsen, executive director of the Chamber of ©ommerce, announced that me queen's grand prize was a trip to Nassau, Bahamas, for four days and three nights. The all-expense paid trip is for the queen and her mother to enjoy before undertaking the many duties of reigning over Fiesta day. Mrs. Olsen recognized the American Legion for its participation in un­ derwriting a large share of the expenses incurred in a pageant of this scope. The stage at the American Legion had been tran­ sformed by Barbara Low into a canopied garden of for- sythia, plants, and large baskets of live trees. It provided a perfect backdrop for the competition. During the final phase of the pageant, the girls an­ swered questions that had been kept in sealed en­ velopes. Assisting them was Erin Money, Little Miss Peanyt, who held the basket containing the questions. Lisa's question was "What is your favorite thing to do, and why?" Poised, and with sparkling eyes, she responded "I love to travel to different places and enjoy meeting new people because it's fun to do, and because I think it's a good ex­ perience." While the judges tabulated the points after all phases of competition, the 1980 Miss Congeniality was an­ nounced, and proved to be another moment of joyful tears, because two girls tied for the honor. The con­ testants themselves vote for the girl who has been out­ standing in offering friend­ ship, support and en­ couragement to the rest"of the group throughout the ten- week preparation period of the contest. This year's winners were Sundae Morrison, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Morrison, 119 W. Valley View, and Judy Anne Honning, who became first runner-up to the queen just a few moments later. Finally, 1979's queen, 1 ' (Continued on page 18)