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I _!^.\I\J»KA1.KK WKDNKSDAV. MAY 27. Itttl PLAINDKALK-K --1 KdiloHal Opinion Pollen Season j * Eight or nine million Americans suffer each spring, summer and fall because of pollen in the air. Hay fever is the common offender, but some suffer asthma or respiratory „ troubles; at the peak pollen season many become seriously ill. What might prove nelpful to many is a pollen count chart, showing the average pollen level at various cities throughout the country. Such a chart is available free at the offices of many allergy doctors. It may be advisable for some to change the location of their home. One moving from a city with a pollen count of 50 to one with a count of four or five often finds instant relief. Of course, there are inoculations with serums made individually for each patient after allergy tests, and also antihistamines. If these do not work, the chart will indicate where one can go to be comfortable. College Problem In recent decades the situation at the vast majority of U.S. colleges concerning visiting lecturers has become intolerable. Students, being idealistic, naturally look to reformers, idealists, con artists and phonies for their lecture series speakers. Youth traditionally wants to remake the world, improve society. They often depreciate their inheritance and today's world-for the future. AH well and good. Present-day society and government need criticism; there is much room for improvement. But too many of our bastions of higher learning have abdicated their responsibility to see to it that students hear both sides, and that freedom of speech survives on the campus. During the Vietnam war, protesters-often afraid they'd be sent to Vietnam in the armed forces -carried opposition to new heights. Speakers were stoned, or shouted aown, riots greeted others and, in general, many campuses were closed to speakers who disagreed with militant student body leaders. While all should enjoy the right to be heard, there's no doubt that students subjected to an array of protesters, minority spokesmen, militants, etc., get an unbalanced viewpoint. That's especially true when militants seek to prevent speakers from the other end of the spectrum from being invited or even being heard-and often succeed. In this respect U.S. colleges have failed the nation in recent decades. This disintegration of administrative power, discipline and control among presidents and faculty has been a factor. Unless U.S. college campuses-both the college administration and student body leaders-see to it that both sides of the major issues are represented in annual lecture series, the nation is destined to receive less and less effective, realistic leadership in the future. Fourth Replacement Tax Payments Received Checks totaling $62.5 million in corporate personal property replacement taxes have been sent to local units of government in the fourth of eight payments to be made during 1981, according to J. Thomas Johnson, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue This brings the total distributed so far in 1981 to $279.9 million, according to Johnson. The largest share of this money-some $146 million (52 percent )-has gone to the 1,018 public school districts in Illinois. Municipalities have received $57.1 million, or approximately 20 percent of the total distributed to date County governments have received $24.2 million, about 8.7 percent of the total The remaining 20 percent was shared by townships and special districts The replacement taxes were authorized by the Illinois General Assembly in August. 1979. to substitute for funds lost to local governments when the corporate personal property tax was abolished by the 1970 state constitution Under the new system, taxes are collected by the Illinois Department of Revenue and the money is distributed to local govern­ ments in January, March, April, May, July, August. October and December Payments to local governments are expected to total nearly $510 million during 1981 The replacement taxes are: (1) a 2.5 percent income lax on coporations; (2) a 1.5 percent income tax on partnerships, trusts and sub­ chapter. S corporations, and (3) a 0.8 percent tax on the invested capital of utilities. Energy Grant Offer For Heating Remains Individuals may still apply for LIEAP grants to help pay winter heating bills ac­ cording to Wayne Curtis of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs (DCCA). the state's lead LIEAP agency "Even though the heating months have come to an end," Curtis said, "in­ dividuals may still make application for a grant. The fact that a family may be current with its heating bill will have no effect on grant eligibility if the family meets s t a n d a r d L I E A P qualifications." "We are still strongly encouraging everyone who thinks his or her household may be eligible for assistance to make ap­ plication," Curtis said, "particularly senior citizens and other individuals on fixed incomes who may have heating bills remaining from the winter." Curtis said most counties in the state still have LIEAP funds available and urged all individuals who think they may qualify for assistance to make application. LIEAP grants may range from $60 to $430 depending on income, location and type of heating fuel used. Both homeowners and renters may apply for grants. LIEAP applications must be made in person at local administering agencies. For more information, in­ dividuals may call, toll-free, 800-252-8643 Anything that involves your life is important-like safe driving. For Your Information Door friend*, Griof at tho passing of a loved on* is both natural and normal. Evon Josus wopt at tha doath of Lazarui, tho Biblo toll* ut. Death brings lonolinost and omptlnoss • ona with whom to much was shored no longer is sharing with us. Good friends will not belittle one's grief, but rather will help the bereaved, thru new interests, to gradually overcome their grief. Respectfully. PETER M.JISTEN A FUNERAL HOME Roll Call Report (Your Congressmen's Vote) L Washington - Here's how area members of Congress were recorded on major roll call votes May 7-13. Credit to Corporation--The House voted, 231 for and 166 against, to cut spending for the Export-Import Bank. In part, the bank provides taxpayer-subsidized credit to U.S. corporations doing business abroad. This vote lowered by $826 million the Treasury's FY 1981 obligation for loans ana loan guarantees. It came during debate on an appropriations bill (HE 3512) later sent to the Senate. Supporter David Obey, D-Wis., said that when budget cuts hurting ing, GE i to share the load. are Boeing, the poor "there is no reason for us to not ask and the other privileged character! in our society killed an amendment to cut budget authority for tobacco price supports. The amendment sought to eliminate $79 million, the projected outlay for federal purchases of tobacco crops, according to senators opposed to the subsidy. The amendment was offered to the FY 1982 budget resolution (S Con Res 116) later passed and sent to conference with the House. Sen. Jesse Helms, R-N.C., who voted to block the cut, said "the federal government gets three times as much from this program as the tobacco farmers earn from it themselves." Sen. Howard Metzenbaum, D-Ohio, who sponsored the cut, said "the U.S. government has no business being in the tobacco business....David Stockman agrees with me that we do subsidize tobacco and that it ought to stop." Senators voting "yea" opposed cutting price supports for tobacco farmers. Sen. Alan Dixon, D, and Charles Percy, R, voted "yea." Social Security--The Senate rejected, 42 for and 49 against, an amendment to S Con Res 116 (see preceding vote) restoring a projected $7.9 billion cut in FY 1982 budget authority for Social Security and other federal retirement programs. The measure sought to continue giving Social Security recipients and federal retirees annual cost-of-living hikes based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Its rejection left intact a plan to base hikes on the wage index or CPI, whichever is lower. In recent years wages rose at a slower rate than prices. Last year the wage index was 9.9 percent and the CPI 11.2 percent. Sponsor Donald Riegle, D-Mich., said "the president made a solemn pledge that the Reagan budget cutting would not cut any money from...safety net programs including Social Security." Opponent Ernest Hollings, D-S.C., said using the Consumer Price Index to compute Social Security hikes is unfair to taxpayers because "it overstates inflation and it overcompensates." Senators voting "nay" supported cuts in FY 1982 budget authority that would translate into lower cost-of-living hikes for those receiving Social Security and federal pensions. Dixon voted "yea." Percy voted "nay." Budget Priorities--'The Senate rejected, 30 for and 55 against, an amendment cutting $200 million in FY 1982 budget authority for water resources projects and adding that amount to mass transit and education programs. The vote occurred during debate on S Con Res 116 (see preceding votes). Sponsor Daniel Moynihan, D-NY, complained that current budget priorities hurt people programs at the same time spending "on water resources in the western part of the nation continues unabated..." Opponent Peter Domenici, R-N.M., said that after needed reform of federal water policies is accomplished "there will be a need for more rather than less funding to meet the water crisis we face." Senators voting "yea" wanted less budget authority for water projects and more for education and mass transit. Dixon and Percy voted "yea." P L A I N D E A L E R Letter to the Editor Public Pulse (TH« Ploind*ol«r mvitei th« public to us* *hi* column os on ••prottion of thou VI«WI on tub|0<tt of gonorol intorott in our community Our only roquost it thot tho wrritort 9[vo tignoturo full add r ma ond phono numbtf Wo oik too thot ono individual not wnfo on tho tamo tubioct moro than onco o month Wo rotorvo tho right to doloto any motonol which <*• contidor Lbolout or in ob|ortionablo totto "Dear Editor: "The Little League season is again upon us. For the past several weeks, the officers and several volunteers have worked very diligently getting the fields ready They have spent numerous hours of their own time so that 450 boys can have an enjoyable summer. "Best of luck to all team members in the 1981 season. "John Bolton" 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 MONAHAN 385-5475 i mm wiictui J*M' r«* urn mmm mmttvt // ROYAL WELCOME MM YOUR MU MHL WELCOME DOES IT MSI New Illinois Highway Maps Now Available Opponent Norman Dicks. D-Wash., said the bank spurs the U.S. economy and noted that "the British, the French, the Germans, and the Japanese all subsidize the exports from their countries." Members voting "yea" wanted to cut funding of the Eximbpnk. ' Rep. Lynn Martin, R-16, voted "yea." Rep. Robert McClory, R-13, voted "nay." Foreign Aid--By a vote of 272 for and 126 against, the House reduced from $540 million to $534.6 million the FY 1961 W.S. contribution to the International Development association, the window of the World Bank that makes interest-free loans to the poorest countries. The vote came during debate on HR 3512 (see preceding vote). Supporter John Rousselot, R-Calif., said he did not like the U.S. making interest-free loans to the Third World when "our people at home are carrying mortgages thatliave interest charges of 12, 14 and 15 percent." Rep. Silvio Conte, R-Mass., said of Rousselot: "The gentleman from California is a brave guy. Anybody can cut this particular area. It has no constituency. He knows it. If you want to demagog it, go ahead, demagog it." Members voting "yea" favored a $6 million cut in U.Srv funding of World Bank loans to poor countries. McClory and Martin voted "yea." SENATE Tobacco--By a vote of 56 for and 42 against, the Senate Just in time for that quick weekend get-away or planning sessions for the summer vacation, the 1981- 82 Illinois highway map is bong distributed by the Itinois Office of Tourism. Mail requests for the 1981- 82 highway map, which will be limited to two maps per individual, should be directed to the Illinois Office of Tourism. P.O. Box 1111- Map, Glenview. 111., 60025. The map is also available for free distribution at reception desks at all nine Illinois Department of Tran­ sportation district offices, as v^pll as state office buildings in Springfield and Chicago. Maps at these locations must be picked up in person, and will also include the two- map-per-person limit. The map cover is a scenic ,view of the sun rising over Camel Rock in the Garden of Gods, located in the Shawnee National forest in Saline county. Among the new features on the map. which was prepared by the Illinois Department of Tran­ sportation, is a simplified legend that will provide motorists with a clearer understanding of the map's routes The new legend depicts all highways carrying U.S. marked routes in red. with all Illinois routes shown in .'black. The blue lines previously used for those routes other than U.S. or State marked highways, have been replaced with gray bands, eliminating confusing road type designations. The new map highlights President Ronald Reagan's birthplace in Tampico and his boyhood home in Dixon. In addition, the entire map, including all map lists, charts, and insets, have been updated with the latest figures, marked routes, railroads, and recreation areas. Many features in­ troduced in the 1979- 80 highway map have been uncluded in the new map. The map's reverse side again contains an enlarged map of the Chicago area, including a separate one d e t a i l i n g C h i c a g o ' s metropolitan expressway system Other detailed maps i n c l u d e S p r i n g f i e l d , Bloomington-Normal, East St. Louis-St. Louis, Danville, D e c a t u r , K a n k a k e e , Peoria, Quincy, the Quad Cities, the Champaign- Urbana and Rockford. All of the city maps have been revised to show urban growth and key tran­ sportation facilities. Benefits To Seniors The McHenry County Senior Citizen's council performs many- services for the older residents of McHenry county. One of those tasks is to provide assistance to persons who qualify and wish to apply-for the State of Illinois Circuit Breaker. For those unfamiliar with this program, it is a direct property tax relief grant available to senior citizens and persons who are disabled To be eligible to file for relief of Illinois property taxes paid in 1980, one must be: --65 years of age or older on or before January 1, 1981 or disabled for at least a year --a resident of Illinois in 1980 and at the time of the application. --a total household income of less than $12,000 in 1980 --resided in an Illinois residence in 1980 that was subject to the property or mobile home tax. This benefit is not only limited to property owners, but is also available to renters. A smaller grant may be applied for by persons who pay no rent or those living in public housing or pursing facilities. Those with questions about eligibility or who would like help incompleting the form, should contact the in­ formation and referral specialist at the Council, 113 Newell street. Woodstock, 8115-338-6075. Best Of Press It Finally Happens Old age is when you find yourself giving good advice instead of setting a bad example. -Tester, Patuxent River, McHENRY, ILLINOIS • U5-0063 SERVICE LINE McHENRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 305-4300 FAMILY SERVICE t MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC 3409 W Woukegon Road McHenry 385 6400 TURNING POINT-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE STRESS LINE McHenry County 24 hours a day. 7 days a week Parents Anonymous meetings on Tuesday. Coll 815-344-3944 STATE CHAM0ER 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 help? 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 safets 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 4 Child Abuse Center McHenry County (312)546 2150 CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION 800 638 2666 (Operates five national lines. Answers inquiries oboutor 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 anyone from architects to home owners looking for a sun- powered hot water system) CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION 312 793 3580 Chicago III. BIRTHRIGHT Pregnant' Need Help' Counseling Service 385-2999. 24 hour Answering Service YOUTH SERVICE BUBEAU FOR McHENRY COUNTY 4719 W. film St.. McHenry Phone 344 3240 24 hour Crisis Intervention and Confidential Counseling for youth and families ILLINOIS STATE CHAMBER HOTllNfi jPhone 217 522-5514 Answer to questions on government /egulations , MENTAL HEALTH I •000-091-0900 ^Crisis Center Line for McHenry Co. 24-Hour Emergency number ,«nd professional staff will answer your call. Sponsoring agency McHenry County Comprehensive Mental Health Service System. m: . • - • J Legislators State Senators Jack Schaffer (R.) -33rd. 56 N. Williams St. Crystal Lake, 111., 60014 Phone: 455-0309 Springfield Phone: 217-782-6525 Karl Beming (R.) -32nd. 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. III., 60014 Phone: 455-6330 2045 Stratton Bldg. Springfield. 111., 62706 Phone: 217-782-8000 J i l l Z w i c k ( R . ) 205 West Main West Dundee, 111., 60118 Phone: 428-5727 Room 1128, Stratton Building Springfield. 111., 62706 Phone: 217-782-8179 U.S. Congressmen L y n n M a r t i n ( R . ) 1318 E. State Street SHAM-ROCKS 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 (ft.) 326 N. Genesee St. Waukegan, 111., 60085 Phone: 312-336-4554 Donald E. Deuster (R.) 32nd. 510 N. 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