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PAGE It - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. NOVEMBER 11,1M1 Cornbelt Sailor Sees The World It's a long way from the cornfields of the American Midwest to the Western Pacific ocean. But it's a small world for Fire Control Technician 3rd Class Matthew DeBuhr of McHenry, one of seven fire control technicians serving aboard the Seventh Fleet destroyer USS Hull (DD-945). I've adjusted to destroyer life easily," he say8. "On a carrier, I'd probably get lost." What makes Hull even smaller for DeBuhr is that a former Navy Basic Electronics school classmate, Fire Control Technician 3rd Class Richard Clement, works alongside him in the ship's main battery. Clement is from New Lenox, ill. "I reported aboard Hull four or five hours before Clement," says DeBuhr. The 20-year-old son of Albert and Cynthia DeBuhr of McHenry occasionally yearns for the farm country he left behind, but is glad he didn't miss the chance to learn electronics in the Navy. Like many sailors desiring to enter the field of Navy electronics, DeBuhr was asked to list h i s o c c u p a t i o n a l p r e f e r e n c e s d u r i n g recruit training. His first choice, data systems, was overmanned at the time, so he became a fire control technician. The fire control technician field combines two of DeBuhr's longtime interests-working with computers and weaponry. Since boyhood, the Illinois native has been interested in firearms. "The highlight of my youth.' he jokes, "was when my friend, who had an indoor target range, invited me over to shoot a .45 for the first time. I surprised both of us when I hit the bullseye on the first try. "I'd also been interested in computers ever since high school," adds the Prairie-state sailor, a 1979 graduate of Johnsburg senior high. The computer buff had worked briefly for Scan-American Electronics Intercoms before enlisting in the Navy. But prior to that, he pumped gas and flipped eggs as a short order cook - both tasks that placed him worlds away from his digital dreams. When DeBuhr first reported aboard Hull, he worked on the ship's Mark 56 computer in afterplot, Hull's secondary weapon plotting center. Later, he returned to school, this time to study the operation and repair of shipboard radar systems. The Western Pacific sailor is well aware of the critical role he plays in Hull's main battery where fire control technicians, aided by computers, line up Hull s three 5-inch .54- caliber guns on their targets. "If my radar doesn't work, the guns can't follow their incoming targets," he says. At sea, the radar demands full attention. When Hull pulls into port, however, the Midwesterner takes full advantage of travel opportunities. "I just finished my first deployment," he says, "knd I feel pretty good about it. I didn't get to see Australia, but I will, one of these times. "My favorite ports? I liked Korea, because it was relatively inexpensive. Japan was higher-priced, but I'll never forget how friendly the children were. And the Philippines, that's our home away from home. But my favorite is the USA-there just isn't a better place to be." Fire Control Technician 3rd Class Matt DeBuhr relays target information to computer operators in Hull's main battery. Students Faculty Hooking The Big Ones More than 100 fish were hooked by students and faculty at the second annual McHenry high school fishing derby held at Channel Lake. The 13 students and five staff members who par­ ticipated in the event were treated to some excellent crappie and perch fishing on a beautiful, unseasonably warm morning. Capturing first place with 9*£ pounds of fish netted were Bob Dor an. sponsor of the derby, and Darren Konecny, West campus sophomore. Second place fore most fish caught went to Tom Carl, East campus administrator, and nis son, Jeff. 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The smallest fish of the day, a 3-inch perch, was pulled in by Angelo Tirado, West campus sophomore. The most unusual catch of the day belonged to East campus senior, Dan Koivisto who netted a 3-pound sweat shirt. This year's derby was truly a community effort as donations were received from the McHenry High School Teachers' association and the McHenry Policemen's association. In addition, a number of prizes were donated by a McHenry business. Social Change Public schools have unfairly been asked to serve as the coun­ try's primary instrument of so­ cial change, says the leader of a national teachers' organization. Mandated education for the handicapped, for example, is turning special education into general education and vice ver­ sa. Woman's Club Plans Benefit Pam Teuscher and her committee have been working hard to organize the annual Woman's club Candlelight bowl, which will be held this Saturday, Nov. 14, at 9 p.m. at the McHenry Recreation. Tickets may be purchased from any club member, which will include three Scotch Doubles games, buffet, and prizes. Proceeds from this event will go into the Scholarship fund whereby two Wwider Lake students will each receive a $400 scholarship this spring to the college of their choice. Questions about tickets could be directed to Pam Teuscher at 728-0182. NATIVITY HAPPENING A craft group is meeting every Wednesday at Nativity Lutheran church from 9 a.m. to noon. The project is a means of raising money for the church because the crafts will be sold at a Christmas bazaar. Moms can bring their young ones along with them and they can play together while the moms are busy on the craft projects. Even if you can spend only an hour or so, you are more than welcome to come and have a good time with the other ladies. The youth group enjoyed a bowling outing on Nov. 8. This was for seventh through twelfth graders. On Sunday, Nov. 15, Ellen Schmidt, Illinois Synod Youth staffer of the Nor­ thern Illinois area will at­ tend both worship services at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. She will also meet with the children during the Sunday school hour. A spaghetti dinner will follow the 10:30 a.m. worship service for Ms. Schmidt and Nativity's youth. The Senior choir is meeting on Thursday evenings at 8 p.m. A "Christmas Choir" is being organized to sing for the Christmas services and practices will begin the first of December. Men of the congregation are reminded that Saturday, Nov. 14, the Men's Breakfast will be held, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Three new members were welcomed to Nativity during Octnber. They are Mrs, Alice Jenkins, Jan Jenkins, and Mrs. Julie Schultee. Sympathy is extended to the families of Inez Rasmussen and Edward Fejedelem, who both passed away in October. "Happy Birthday" to the following November bir- Pastor Olson, Broden, Mari and Gordon thdays: Barbara Jacobson Broden. COSTUME WINNERS The American Legion hosted a Halloween party Oct. 31, at which 25 children attended. They were en­ tertained by a wonderful magician, 'A1 Zini" (Allan Zibits) who is a 17-year-old PERMANENT HAIR REMOVAL A SERVICE THAT HELPS YOU FEEL GOOD ABOUT YOURSELF CALL FOR FREE CONSULTATION 815-344-3640 (If No Answer) 312-658-3696 4302 W. CRYSTAL LAKE ROAD SUITE C-WHISPERING POINT McHENRY, ILLINOIS 60050 L„MBHCOUPON 1 The McHenry Plaindealer Newspaper Available At Tho Following Locations: •WHITE HEN PANTRY •LAKEVIEW •McHENRY DRUG •SUNNYSIDE FOOD •BELL LIQUORS •ADAMS GROCERY •BOLGERS DRUG STORE •BOLGERS DRUG STORE •LITTLE STORE •BEN FRANKLIN •FRED ft IRENE'S TAP •OSCO DRUGS •SUNRISE GROCERY •JEWEL •HORNSBY'S •STEINY TAP •HERMES ft CO. •McCULLOM LAKE GROC. •LIQUOR MART •NORTHWEST TRAIN •VILLAGE MART •BITS ft PIECES •J ft R STORE •REVCO DRUG •McHENRY HOSPITAL •ISLAND FOODS •FOOD MART •CONVENIENT FOOD • J ft L GAS •COUNTRY CUPBOARD youth from Marengo. Winners for originality in the different age groups were: 1-4 yrs., first, Andrea Jones; second, Brett Solare; 4-6 yrs., first, Jason Walker; second, Jill White; 6-12 yrs., first, . Duane Dyerfus; second, Amy Stally. A good time was had by all the children making their Halloween even more en­ joyable! CROSS-OVER CEREMONY An impressive ceremony for the nine boys who were crossing over from Cub Scouts into the Webelos den was held Nov. 4, by Pack 456 at Greenwood school. They crossed over a bridge, ac­ companied by their parents to meet Cubmaster Rich Hayes and Webelos leader, Randy Funk, on the other side. Their Webelo scarves were then tied on and the Webelos colors were pinned to their sleeves. Those crossing over were: John Fredericks, Randy Funk, Chris Jakic, Brian Kelly, Vince Kaminski, Mike Smith, Mike Pasava, Joe Gass and David Noskowicz. During an awards ceremony, all scouts who earned their Bob Cat, Wolf, or Bear badges, along with gold and silver arrows or outing patches were awarded these honors by Cubmaster, Rich Hayes and Awards chairman, Anne Sowers. Boys receiving awards were: Den 1, Richard Bounds, Ben Choitz, Michael Gunty, Ed Engel, Bob Sanders, Scott Willis and Kevin Weber. Den 2, Luther Anderson, Eric de Gelder, Scott de Welder, Mike Freeman, Danny Hayes, John Kinross, Brian Noller and Jason Parquette. Dean 3, David Gollan, Craig Kurchina, Joe Mclntyre, John McCole and Jack Pellek. Den 4, Matt Acsheman, Derek Graff, Peter Raber, Brett Reinhardt and Pat Sowers. After the colors were retired, refreshments were enjoyed that had been supplied by Den 1. The next pack meeting will be'Dec. 2. COMMUNITY EVENTS Nov. 13 - Senior Citizens; free dinner at the Baptist church; 5-8 p.m. Nov. 14 -- Candlelight bowl; 9 p.m.; McHenry Recreation Nov. 18 - Wonder Woods Aux. meeting; 7 p.m. Nov. 19 - Woman's club meeting; 8 p.m.; Nativity Lutheran church hall Nov. 21 - Pack 456 outing to war museum Two Music Teachers At Convention Two officers of the Fox Hills chapter of the Illinois State Music Teachers association, president Allene Drew and vice-president Diane Koenig,, attended several sessions at the ISMTA convention at the University of Illinois in Champaign. Corrine Kaczmarek, winner in the senior division of the Northwest district of ISMTA played in the state competition at the convention. She was a guest performer at the meeting of the Fox Hills chapter recently. Also on the program was Thomas Wilson, speaking on "Musical Happenings in McHenry County", with a performance by a small ensemble from the McHenry county youth orchestra. Any music teacher in The McHenry county area who is interested in becoming a member of the Fox mils chapter is asked to call 639- 3217 for further information. REMEMBERING WHEN - All building for the first time throu ) Bridge, located Just east of the many of the newer residents of McHenry will view this photo, there are many who will remember U as Hie 121 bridge, on the north side of the highway. Dancing and dining were the order of the day until the building was destroyed by Are. Set Farm Income Tax School Tax practitioners and consultants from McHenry county will have the op­ portunity to update them­ selves on federal and state income tax rules and regulations during a two-day school to be held Noy. 19 and 20 at the old towne hall in Crystal Lake. Special attention will be given to problem federal income tax topics such as filing and processing, tax credits, net operating losses, partnerships • and cor­ porations, capital gains and losses, the 1981 Economic Recovery act, and retirement plans. The Farm Income Tax school is one of 24 being presented throughout the state by the University of Illinois Cooperative Exten­ sion service, Chicago and Springfield districts of the Internal Revenue Service, and the Illinois Department of Revenue. "Specially trained instructors from these federal and state agencies Will be teaching. While generally oriented to preparing farm tax returns,, the school will also offer considerable in- formation relating to all types of income tax returns and will be restricted to persons who prepare returns for others. Advance registration is required and only persons who have pre-enrolled will be able to attend. The registration fee will help to defray the costs of the meeting room and class materials. Each school enrollment will be limited to the number that can be accommodated comfortably. Enrollees will be assigned to the location of their choice on a first-come basis. / More detailed information and enrollment applications are available from the M c H e n r y C o u n t y Cooperative Extension Service, 789 McHenry avenue, P.O. Box 431, Woodstock, phone 338-3737. Christmas Around The World Spectacular Christmas trees bedecked with or­ naments from all over the globe will fill the Museum of Science and Industry for the 40th year Nov. 21 through Jan. 10. The "Christmas Around the World" panoply of dazzling evergreens, now a Chicago tradition, is ac­ companied by free theater performances, groups Singing Christmas carols each day, international buffet dinners and lunches, and other special events. Tree trimmers costumed in ethnic dress will decorate 32 giant Christmas trees in the style of land? they represent as part of the yuletide festival. From Nov. 28 to Dec. 13, free theater performances about Christmas in the various lands will be shown in the museum's auditorium each night, with daytime performances on weekends. Local musical groups also will sing Christmas carols daily in the Museum's east court. International' » buffet dinners of holiday fare from other lands will be offered each evenig, as well as noontimes on weekends, from Nov. 27 through Jan. 3. R e s e r v a t i o n s a r e available from the Christ­ mas desk at (312) 684-1414. On Dec. 8, senior citizens will receive a guided tour of the trees. A lecture on Christmas in other countries follows, with a free punch- and-cookies social topping off the afternoon. The museum is completely wheelchair-accessible. The Museum of science and Industry is located at 57th street and Lake Shore drive, Chicago. Hours are 9:30a.m. to4p.m. week days and 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The museum will be closed on Christmas day. Admission to the Museum and parking are free. 4pipipipipipipipipipipipipipipipipipipip^ fXk Q I R L Wwjm scouts jpipipipipipipipipipipipipipipipipipipipifi Over 400 girls enjoyed the Girl Scout 1981 Powwow at Shabbona Hills, making friendship sticks, painted rocks and had a sing-along. They also went on a scavenger hunt, and learned how to play games using the Earthball and the parachute. Some troops were busy recently painting Halloween pictures on local stores, and going on hikes. Junior Troop 320 went apple picking and ended up being on the 6 p.m. news. They were supposed to be learning how the apples are grown and instead they learned how to smile and how not to look at the cameras. They also enjoyed making felt hand puppets and a stage doing this project helped them earn several requirements toward their badges in Folk Art and Theater. Junior Troop 417 painted Halloween pictures on a local store window and had McHENRY OPTICIRNS 1301 RIVERSIDE DR. 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Their leader also showed them how to use a camera. Junior Troop 147 attended a council event, Junior Happening, and had a great time. They made Pea bodies, also called Pickled People. They learned first aid and played new games with the Earthball and Parachute. Junior Troop 410 has been Start locing weight today Begin losing weight immediately with •maximum-strength Super Otfrteai re­ ducing tablets and Diet Plan. It takes over where your will power leaves oft. A government appointed panel ot med­ ical and scientific experts lus reviewed the clinical tests of the maximum- strength ingredient in Super Odrtau, and has termed It "safe and effective" for appetite control and weight loss. Try Super (Mriaex today. lb lose water Mm( and • •!>!••• q AM* AiUall pvniivess, try uarwii. Odriail is the relieiy busy earning their bicycling badge with the assistance of the McHenry Police department. They also planned a Halloween costume party. Brownie Troop 150 kicked off the year with a Hobo Hike. 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