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PAGE 20 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. APRIL 1.1981 PLAINDEALER Editorial Opinion Vietnam Memorial Lbst year a group of private citizens, Vietnam veterans, began » campaign to erect a memorial in WashiiiKimi iu the veterans of that tragic, unpopular war. An area on the Mall in Washington is to be the site of the memorial, which will be financed by popular subscription-not at public expense. The group solicits funds from all Americans, in the name of the Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Fund, 1730 M. St., Washington, D.C., 20036. The national sponsoring committee is composed of a group of diversified, distinguished Americans. In view of the sad and sorry homecoming many of these veterans got upon their return, the awful conditions under which they served, their many sacrifices, and the performance of their government, in not going all-out to win that war, many Americans will want to help build this memorial-the land for which was authorized by a Senate vote of 100-0. Tax Inequities For many years now, tax experts have pointed out to Congress the unfairness of present day laws which penalize married couples when both hold jobs. It's estimated that a couple earning $40,000, with both partners working, pays as much as $1,600 more in federal income taxes, compared to two individuals living apart or together, unmarried. Despite the fact that this inequity has been repeatedly pointed out, little has been done about it and today there are lawyers and tax experts making a living advising couples to live together unmarried or to get a divorce and continue to live together. v The 97th Congress might well address and solve the problem of this tax inequity. The federal government should not be in a position of encouraging couples to live together unmarried. Bills have again been introduced in the Senate and House this year to eliminate this injustice-by Sen. Charles Mathias (R-Md) in the upper body and Rep. Milicent Fenwick (R-NJ) in the lower body. The Reagan administration has promised that its second tax proposal-its first was a tax cut-will deal with the problem. One way or the other, the problem should be solved, and solved in the 97th Congress Roll Call Report • \ ( V r\\ ir C n n n r o c c m p n ' c \/nif*) -- -- • • • - - • - / lgtC 11 Ci major roll call votes March 16-20. There were no House votes. Limiting Farm Imports--By a vote of 45 for and 53 against, to kill an amendment limiting imports of product that countries such as New Zealand, price support awaited final THE PERCH •iW, Wr> ;/ta iv; , • - urj v^y.:^nv- '• ' . '• V ' V - ' ' • . v 4? " • yj i From Washington (By Lynn Martin of the 16th Congressional district) The budget process begins. At one end of the spectrum, there are massive ctfts proposed and each secretary of a Federal department comes before the Budget committee to speak As a member of the committer, ' will hp nart nf the group setting the perimeter of tax cuts and budget cuts. Yesterday, I listened to Secretary of Agriculture John Block. There are many areas that are of interest in the committee. There are cuts in the School Lunch program, ending the federal subsidy for those families whose income is above $16,000 There are cuts in the Rural Electrification fun­ ding and there are changes in the price of milk supports. On April 1. unless Congress objects, the sup­ port price for milk will rise The President has asked that this increase stop and his secretary of agriculture agrees As a representative from the 16th district, it will be one of the toughest decisions that 1 have to make. The 16th district has more dairy farmers than any other Congressional district in Illinois. The effect of not increasing the subsidy is obviously disturbing to many of them On the other hand, dairy farmers have been in­ creasing their herds and milk production is up The United States holds an ex­ cess supply' of milk and cheese products. If there are major problems in the dairy industry, future problems could result. Unlike some products, both agriculture and industrial, you cannot decidc you need more milk and produce it within 60 days A mature dairy herd takes years to develop. Still, an excess current supply with continuing high support "prices means an ever increasing future supply and that cost is borne by the federal government. That government is you and me and costs are reflected in taxes. I'm trying to say few problems are all black or all white. Whatever my decision is. portions of the district will be personally affected I have asked the Secretary of Agriculture if he will support a removal of the federally supported market aids for tobacco farmers. He says he will After all. how can one rationally argue federal payments for tobacco when the government also spends money to tell people not to use it. That won't directly help the dairy farmer, but it does reflect fairness. Surely, the least you should be able to expect from your r e p r e s e n t a t i v e i n Washington the Senate failed casein, a dair Australia, Ireland and the USSR sell on American markets. A protein .component of milk, casein is used in industrial processes such as glue-making and in producing dairy Eoducts such as coffee whiteners. Foreign sales to the U.S. st year totalled $330 million. Supporters of quotas said farmers in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Idaho, California, Washington and other states would find casein markets as a result of the amendment. Opponents said that by limiting casein imports the government would invite retaliation against U.S. exports, including farm exports. TTie vote came during debate on a bill to cancel the milk xayment scheduled for April 1. The bill (S 509) senate action. Sen. Jesse Helms, R-N.C., a supporter of killing the amendment, said the measure "will not generate any appreciable increase in the demand for nonfat dry milk or any other domestic dairy products." He added that he has "no stomach for inviting a retaliatory trade war." Sen. David Pry or, D-Ark., who wanted to limit casein imports, said: "This amendment will not cost the U.S. government one thin dime....it will have the dual effect of saving additional federal dollars (by lowering price supports) while giving some support to our dairy industry." Senators voting "nay" favored import quotas on casein. Sen. Charles Percy, R, voted "yea." Sen. Alan Dixon, D, voted "nay." Committee Vote--By a vote of 14 for and 2 against, with one abstention, the Senate Agriculture committee approved and sent to the Senate floor a bill (S 509) eliminating the scheduled April 1 hike in federal milk price supports. If the full Senate and House go along, this will keep retail milk prices from going up an estimated 7 or 8 cents per gallon, ana it will save the Treasury about $147 million in unspent price supports. It will hurt dairy farmers financially. Voting yes: Alan Dixon, D-Ill. For Your Information Doar friends. Most funerals include over 70 separate items of service. A partial list includes notifying relatives, death and burial certificates, clergyman arrangements, funeral plans, music, obituaries, notices, transportation, flowers, acknowledgments and honorariums, coor­ dinating with your attorney and banker on (olnt property requirements. Respectfully, PETERM.JISTEN £ Cf)k| FUNERAL HOME Legislators State Senators Jack Schaffer (R.) - 33rd. 56 N. Williams St. Crystal Lake, 111., 60014 Phone: 455-0309 Springfield Phone: 217-782-6525 Kar! Hcrnin^ (R.) * 625 Deerfield Road Deerfield, 111., 60015 Phone: 312-945-3200 State Representatives Thomas J. Hanahan <D.) 4801 W Route 120 McHenry, 111., 60050 Phone: 385-3427 Springfield Phone: 217-782-6476 Dick Klemm (R.) 3 W Crystal Lake Ave. Crystal Lake. 111., 60014 Phone: 455-6330 Springfield Phone: 217-782-8000 Jill Zwick ( R.) 205 West Main West Dundee, 111., 60118 Phone: 428-5727 Room 1128, Stratton Building Springfield, 111., 62706 Phone: 217-782-8179 I'.S. Congressmen Lynn Martin <R.) 1318 E State Street Rockford, 111., 61105 Phone: 800-892-0740 1303 N Richmond Rd. Room 1 McHenry, 111., 60050 Phone: 344-3939 1208 Longworth Bldg. Washington, D C Phone: 202-225-5676 Robert McClory <R.) 326 N. Genesee St. Waukegan. 111., 60085 Phone: 312-336-4554 Donald E Deuster (R.) 32nd 510 N Lake St. Mundelein. 111., 60060 Phone: 312-566-1972 Daniel M Pierce < D.) -32nd. 580 Roger Williams Ave. Highland Park. 111., 60035 Phone: 312-433-2551 Betty I^ou Reed (R.) - 32nd 927 Holly Court Deerfield. III., 60015 I'.S. Senators Charles H Percy (R.) 230 S Dearborn Room 3859 i nicago, iii., bUbU4 Phone: 312-353-4952 Alan Dixon (D ) S BUILDING ; PERMITS ! The McHenry County Department of Building and Zoning recently issued building permits to: Residential Development Corp., 800 McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake, to construct a three-bedroom residence at 506 Ringwood road Dominick Scolaro, 3615 N. Weingart road, McHenry, to construct a three-bedroom residence at 3608 Weingart road. Joseph A. Auxier, 212 W. Crystal Lake A ve , Crystal Lake, to construct a three- bedroom residence at 5116 Terra Cotta road THi GAS PUMP Burned or sticky valves lower engine compression, power loss and mileage. Add­ ing a can of top cylinder oil can sometimes free sticky valves. If this doesn't work the valve is burned and must be replaced. MrHENKY. ILLINOIS - 385 0063 ARE YOU NEW IN The McHenry Area? Do You Know Someone New? WE WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND A ROYAL WELCOME TO EVERY NEWCOMER TO OUR AREA!!! CALL LORRAINE M0NAHAN 385-5475 j urn mitcimi I# u« mmm mwtiui» PLAINDEALER Letter to the Editor Public Pulse (The Plaindaalar invito* tha public »• DM thit column at an aiprattian at than «iawi an twb|a«t al fanaral inttrtil in MI community Our anly laquatt •• Hiat iho wiitart giva • if notura lull (Mtmi ond pHana nwmbti Wa aafc taa ifcal ana individual nal writa on tha toma twb|a<t mora than anca a month Wa rotarvo tha nfht to dalala any malarial which pro canaidar libalaua ar in okloctionaWa tatta A DEMOCRACY? "Editor: "Is America a republic or a democracy? What is the purpose of an elected representative - to govern with an iron fist, or to act as the collective voice of those represented? Is the principle of representative govern­ ment 'the masses ruled by a select few', or is our basic rule 'Ihe citizens ruled by themselves'? "Not long ago, the City Council was asked to place an advisory referendum on the April 7 ballot. The intent of this referendum was merely as an opinion poll for the voters' feelings regar­ ding reinstatement of the voter initiative power to the Illinois State Constitution. Since such power affects the voter--the taxpayer, the backbone of America--one would logically assume the request to be legitimate and proper. The City Council, in an all too brief discussion clouded by such phrases as long term affects' and 'not enough time to study the proposal', rebuffed this request, thus denying you and I input into the legislative process. "More recently, a group of McHenry homeowners asked to address the council regarding the city's "Year 2000" land use plan. This "Year 2000" plan directly involved the petitioning residents' peace, welfare, and very possibly the future market value of their homes In a flurry of overt personal pettiness, the council voted not to grant an audience 10 the local homeowners' spokesman. "The City Council is to represent the needs and concerns of all McHenry residents. Could personal gain havebeen at the root of the council's action? Con­ trary to the obvious misconceptions of some of our council members, America is a democracy - and that fact certainly in­ cludes McHenry. Citizens have the right to address governmental bodies, especially when the actions of such a horiy directly in­ volve the lives and possessions of those citizens. "We are living in the 20th century - a man has walked the moon, the neutron bomb is a reality and computers handle the bulk of the mundane filing and record keeping. The American public is not illiterate or stupid. Let's lay to rest the attitudes of paternalism and bring our local government up to date. "Elaine Wayman "5005 W. Pyndale "McHenry" FAVOR REFERENDUM "Dear Editor: "Frequently it is said that the defeat of a school referendum can be at­ tributed to the fact that the senior citizens vote it down. We are among these senior citizens and realize the importance of supporting good schools in this com­ munity. "We like to think that this is our opportunity to repay those who paid for our education and that of our children. Let's face it, hundreds of people in our community are paying for our monthly Social Security checks; they don't even have a chance to vote on it, either. We have got to care about all the people in our com­ munity. "We ask our senior citizen friends to support us, and vote YES in the April 7 school referendum "Sincerely, "Mr. and Mrs. L. McCracken" "Dear Editor: "I would like to address this letter to the people of my community. Wake up, McHenry, before it is too late. Your schools are going down the drain! "I hope every person who reads this message gets out and votes for the referendum on Tuesday, April 7. We need > ROYAL WELCOME MM «0W AREA ROYAL WUCNE MS IT KST SERVICE LINE McHENRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MS-4900 FAMILY SERVICE t MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC 3409 W. Waukegan Road f McHenry 385 6400 TURNING POINT-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE STRESS LINE McHenry County 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Parents Anonymous meetings on Tuesday. Call 815-344-3944 STATE CHAMBER GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS HOTLINE 217-522 5514 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 202 755 8660 Hours 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. week days (Ever had a problem involving the federal government and not known where to call? And then been given the runaround or referrals by persons who meant well but didn't know how to help7 Ten specialists available at this center.) NATIONAL RUN AWAY SWITCHBOARD Illinois Phone 800 972-6004 (For confidential conversations on problems dealing with run­ away children.) , MOVING HOTLINE Phone 800-424 9213 (Complaints about interstate moving by companies, buses or trains Sponsored by Interstate Commerce commission) CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION ^ Phone 800 638 2666 (For Questions or Complaints on products ranging from toys to ovens) NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION Phone 800 424 9393 (Answers questions about automobile safety defects or whether a particular model has ever been recalled. Valuable for those interested in buying a used car.) ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES Child Abuse Center McHenry County (312)546-2150 CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION 800 638 2666 (Operates five national lines. Answers inquiries about or repor­ ting on the safety of products from kitchen appliances to children s toys.) NATIONAL SOLAR HEATING AND COOLING INFORMATION CENTER 800 523 2929 P O.Box 1607 Rockville. Md. 20850 (Dispenses information on solar systems for heating and cooling to onyone from architects to home owners looking for a sun- powered hot water system) CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION 312 793 3580 Chicogo III BIRTHRIGHT Pregnont' Need Help' Counseling Service 385-2999 24 hour Answering Service YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU FOR McHENRY COUNTY 4719 W. Elm St . . McHenry Phone 344 3240 •94 hour Crisis Intervention and Confidential Counseling for youth ond families ILLINOIS STATE CHAMBER HOTLINE Phone 217 522-5514 Answer to questions on government regulations MENTAL HEALTH I-BOO-B92-B900 ^.Crlili Center line for McHency Co. 24-Hour Emergency number ond professional staff will answer your call. Sponsoring agancy McMonry County Comprehensive Mental Health Service System. a community which cares about its schools. "Vote yes. "Thank You. "Dick Rabbitt" "Editor: "I would like to seek the support of other senior citizens in the upcoming referendum for a tax rate increase of 45 cents in the educatioal fund for the elementary and junior high school, District 15. "Our children and schools need our help. Presently they are experiencing a severe financial crisis in the educational fund. The district has a deficit of $844,000 in the fund. It would have been over $1,300,000 if $500,000 in cuts were not made for this second school year. "Last year cuts included 19 teachers, 25 teacher aides, two administrators, five custodians and programs such as art, music, home economics, industrial arts and guidance. "If the referendum is not passed, further losses in the educational program are inevitable; in addition, the status of our being recognized as a school district will be in jeopardy. Also, it is certain that District 15 will need to continue to seek voter ap­ proval in subsequent elec­ tions in an effort to tran­ sform this important issue into a reality. "I believe that retired Americans represent a positive direction in our community. Often we have more free time to get in­ volved and collectively have a vast amount of experience and wisdom to share with others. Quite often it is mentioned in conversation that senior citizens don't support our schools. Yet retired mem­ bers of our community whose children have grown and learned in our schools realize more than anyone that quality education makes each individual a ueitei cili&eii (in <x licttci community and a stronger country. "I am aware of the caution that we have when someone asks that our taxes be in­ creased. We are often on a fixed income and subject to the ills of inflation like our schools are if our social security or pension payments don't increase. We don't keep up to the same standard of living. The same happens in the schools. "I urge utilization of two tax relief set-ups especially for us, the Homestead Exemption and the Circuit Breaker law., "Ourneed is critical. I urge everyone to examine the facts and to help our community maintain the quality of standards for everyone. "Respectfully, "Lillian Glosson" "Dear Editor: "Isn't education, here in McHenry. just a reflection of us - of the prevailing at­ titudes and ideals of the adult community? Won't our schools mirror the respect for academic excellence, and the intellectual motivation of parents and community? "Isn't it the community that decides whether the school bond issue passes and the school board has the money it needs? Let's face it. our school officials have done everything possible to run a good efficient system We should not ask them to do more "Last fall, when a bond issue was narrowly defeated, Superintendent Dr Farmer and the school board, though disappointed, were extremely gracious and understanding with the results. They showed real class in not blaming anyone or making drastic threats, as some districts have done. "On Tuesday, April 7, we will have another chance to show the school board that we appreciate their efforts On that day there will be a referendum asking for a very modest increase - far less than other districts in Illinois are asking for "So if you possibly can. please vote yes on this issue Education is still our biggest treasure / "Sincerely. "William J Bolger" GOODWILL PICKUP Goodwill Industries local representative, Mrs Nick (Agnes) Adams has an-/ nounced that the Goodwill truck will be in McHenry on the second and fourth Friday in April For pickup in­ formation call Mrs Adams, 1007 N. Plymouth lane. McHenry. EMI I. WALSH t UCK WALSH INS. Hia Awta *a>m tita laptaaaatlnf VfHASH f OMPANIfl 4410 W tla >>0 McHaatf MS IMS DENNIS CONWAY AUTOliri FMS State Far* Irs. Co. MI«V* Slat Hr*at McHan'f Nl Ml III I JAMES M. McHfTEE. LAWYER A V All ASH tO MACTICI IN: Pataanal li»|ury Trlati •wtlnaaa CarpataHam DWarcalaaMktata Wart man • Campaniatlon 1434 W llm Slraal MtHaary Hllaal* for appalntmatit pfcona: MS 2440 M LEOMUN) I0TTAW IMJ Richmond M.-McHanry C|ra» a• emlnad-Camact latitat Glattat flttad Mon. Twat.. Thurt fri. 4-4 pm Tuat., Thurt. Frl. 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