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School Referendum At Johnsburg Loses Yes No Educational 530 1,034 Transportation 530 1,038 Building 487 1,071 A vote believed to be almost un­ precedented in the Johns burg school district last Saturday defeated propositions for increasing three funds. The opposition was about 2 to 1 on each. The high vote of 1,572 surprised many in the community because it was almost equal to the number who voted in favor of the unit district and money for a new school about five years ago. There are 10,000 people living in Johnsburg District 12, including children, and there are 2,200 students in the school system. One school leader said he believed that almost half of the registered voters went to the polls Saturday. Between 800 and 900 ..voters were expected at the polls. When the early surge indicated a much heavier tur­ nout, it was necessary to have more ballots printed. Supt. Duane Andreas reiterated the message delivered by the board in the days prior to the election: "To maintain (Continued on page 16) THE MCHENRY PLAINDEALER SERVING THE CHAIN-O-lAKES REGION «• *-'v e4y singiE 1 8 7 5 fltoarti &mmng ihtwtpajjtr 1980-- Illinois Press Association Newapapar Oontaat VOLUME 105 NUMBER 34 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1980 1 SECTION 20 PAGES 25* Treasures of McHenry9s Past (More pictures and story on page 8) From austere beginnings in 1963, the McHenry County Historical society and museum has become a landmark in itself Within its walls are the relics and artifacts of a county's past According to the founder of the Historical society, Mrs Dorothy McEachren, (shown above) the aim of the society is simple enough--to preserve the history of McHenry county itie artifacts in the most recent location of the Historical society, 6422 Main street, Union, give the inquisitive minds of youiig and old alike a visual impression of what life was like in the early years of the county. Mrs McEachren said she has always been involved with history and recounted the (Continued on page 8) A Sheriffs police officer at left orders the crowd back as volunteers from the McHenry Rescue squad attempt to cut the roof from the car to free the driver, John J. Bassett, who remains pinned in the vehicle. Near the offiqi^yuad members start treatment on a passenger in the car, Richard Wirtz, who was already free from the car that wrapped itself around a tree on Lily Lake road last Friday afternoon. At right, in .. another accident, the roof of the Datsun is being removed by members of the McHenry Area Rescue squad in order to free the victim. The accident occurred st 2:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 23. More details appear on page 16 of this Issue. STAFF PHOTOS-WAYNE GAYLORD beginning of the Historical society "I first wanted to know where the name McHenry came from," she said Later she would discover that the county was named for a man who never actually lived in the county, William McHenry, an officer in the Army during the Blackhawk war of the early 19th century Mrs McEachren noted that the early settlers of the county brought everything they needed, or had, with them "We don't want seashells," she said, "but not everything in display originated in the county." Mrs McEachren pointed out that because something did In the flurry of early deadlines, we join our friends in expressing thanks for many things. Along with those that apply to just about everyone, there are some peculiar to the world of com­ munication. We're thankful that the election is over with its outpouring of media puff extolling the virtues of everyone, in turn, on the ballot. We're thankful for the computer age. While the machines will never entirely replace our reliable old Corona-Smith, they have a place in the 1980 newspaper world. Their best feature is saving shoeleather when the news must get from one place to another in short or­ der. We're thankful that type lice long ago bit the dust. Even before the days of Jonas Salk, who so effectively isolated little critters who cause disease, young folks entering the business became befuddled at the mere mention of type lice. Their elimination means that never again will youngsters entering the newspaper business have to cope with a wet, greasy face because of some old practical joker in the printing department. We're thankful for fine weather, since metal studded tires are outlawed in Illinis. Too recently (last January) we recall sitting behind the steering wheel of our sliding car as it proceeded a good half Mock on ice, finally easing into one of two utility trucks parked in the middle of the street. We're thankful for modern ingenuity that has come up with all those (Continued on page 16) Testimony into the murder trial of Terry E. Doll, 25, of Crystal Lake continued Friday, and at its conclusion, Judge Roland Herrmann indicated to the jury that proceedings could last past Thanksgiving day. Doll is accused of the Aug. 8 murder and robbery of his n- ghbor, 65-year-old Lenea Jurs of 391 Terra Cotta. Crystal Lake. A defense motion to change the place of the murder trial because of press coverage of the case was denied Thursday morning. In testimony that day, Detective Leonard May testified that Doll aimed a karate-type punch at him and said, "I'm going to kil' yoi'", when he was questioned Aug. 25 about the murder James E. Bald, a forensic scientist with the Illinois Crime lab, testified Friday that a hair found on a blanket in the victim s bedroom was consistent with a hair sample taken from the defendant. Support Nil For Full Time Mayor The Finance committee of the McHenry City Council recommended that the city not go to a full time mayor following a discussion with the entire Council at a committee meeting this past week. However, the committee and gther aldermen present endorsed a steep increase in pay for the mayor, , whoever that person might be. The position comes up for election in April of next year. The Finance committee discussed, in general, employee evaluation for purposes of salary increases and possible increases for elective officers including mayor and alderman. Newspaper coverage of the talks was interrupted when discussion slipped into whether the newly appointed part- time building commissioner was doing his job, and the reporter was ejected so the committee could go into executive Committee Chairman Jack Pepj^ng opened up the question of full time mayor or part-time as present, with a salary increase, noting that he had received comments supporting both positions. Most aldermen agreed that present Mayor Joe Stanek puts in a lot of time (30 hours per week according to his own estimate) and effort in the duties of the office, but George Harker warned that they could get another mayor who doesn't do this. Ed Datz emphasized that the salary for the mayor ($3,200 per year) is woefully inadequate, but he and Harker, as finance committee mem­ bers, agreed that they did not see the city choosing to have a full time mayor now. There were other more pressing needs. Pepping noted that he felt the mayor was underpaid and wanted to see an increase in his salary. He, too, opposed the full time mayor concept. He added that he wanted it made clear that he had no interest in running for mayor. Pepping pointed out that they look for certain qualities in a man who runs for mayor and he could see where they might have an election where the people don't want to vote for the can­ didates because of their qualifications. They should always seek qualified people for elected jobs. If the mayor's job was full time the successful can­ didate would have to leave his present employment, which would probably be a successful career if he had the needed qualifications for the mayor's job, for a four-year term. Most people wouldn't opt for that job, Pepping warned. In effect, the position would attract only drifters (from job to job) and retirees and narrow the field too much. The job in its present form could be taken by a candidate without sacrificing his employment, Pepping concluded. Alderman Liz Nolan said these were good valid reasons, but noted that ' Stanek puts in enough hours to qualify him as a full time mayor. And she noted that they couldn't set the qualifications • for the mayor, an elective office. Alderman Ernest Schooley agreed, saying that he didn't see how a man (Continued on page 16)