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PAGE If - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 13.1§82 F 1 1 PI.AINI>KAI.I-:K Editorial Opinion Tax Counseling for Elderly Meets Special Taxpayer Needs While there are few things in life that are free, there's one thing for sure. It's tax counseling and assistance for per­ sons 60 years of age or more. Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) is a program coordinated by the Internal Revenue Service through which non­ profit organizations provide free tax in­ formation and assistance to individuals age 60 and over. Volunteers are specially trained by IRS to help older Americans with the tax credit for the elderly, the double per­ sonal exemption, the special treatment of the gain on the sale of a home by an elderly person, the proper method of reporting pension income and paying Taxpayers age 60 or over who require tax on It when necessary, and other sub­ jects of special interest and concern. These volunteers will even help tax­ payers fill out their tax returns. TCE programs are provided in neigh­ borhood areas which makes getting needed help easier and more convenient. assistance should call IRS for the TCE location nearest them. Use the IRS Tax Information number listed in the tele­ phone directory. New Bike News Now comes interesting bike news on the fuel and transportation scene. Recent investigation has shown that, surprisingly, the speed of bikes is limited as much by wind resistance, even at low speeds, as anything else. To solve that problem and produce raster bikes, the three- wheeler with an aerodynamically efficient body has been designed. Such bikes, which lower wind resistance, are now being called the Phase in bicycle. Phase I included traditional bikes. Phase II was the ten speeder. One of the new bikes has attained a speed of 58 m.p.h. with one pedaler and over 60 with two. The secret to their success is that the frame is covered, cutting wind resistance, considerable even at speeds of 12 m.p.h., in half. There are drawbacks. In many of these HPV's (Human Powered Vehicles) the rider leans backward and vision is restricted. Faster speeds are more dangerous speeds. But the idea of cutting wind resistance Is intriguing and there's already an international Human Powered Vehicle association. And any new development which reduces pollution, improves transportation and saves money and fuel is in the mainstream of positive thinking right now. Guilty But Insane Three midwestem states have shown the way recently in enacting new crime laws which provide that murderers found guilty but insane are judged and sentenced just that way- guilty but insane. No longer is the illogical (and slick) defense of innocent on the basis of insanity available to lawyers and criminals as a doorway to freedom and escape of punishment. This is sound reform and other states are certain to follow the example. The new laws provide that criminals judged insane will be given treatment. But they will also serve their sentences. No longer will a psychiatrist be able to let them loose on society for further killing, if his guess as to their future behavior proves wrong-as it often does. * Since the records show that many killers are chronic killers, and recent instances of released killers returning to their life- taking ways have been numerous, this reform is logical and overdue, in the interests of a society where crime is already rampant. Juries will still make their individual verdicts and in cases where circumstances are unusual they will no doubt prove fair. But the plea of innocent by reason of insanity will no longer be available to those with the power, money and position to escape justice by exploiting it. SBA Claims Tax Money Recovery A total of $18.2 million of taxpayer monies has been recovered as a result of investigations and audits conducted by the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Inspector General, a new report has shown. In a letter to SBA Ad­ ministrator Michael Car­ denas and jjI report sent to Congress, §wA IG Paul R Boucher s^id that from April 1 to Sept. 30 "our work contributed to the recovery of $6,670,549 of public fund­ s" Similar figures in the previous three semi-annual reports filed with Congress since the IG office was created showed an overall cash recovery of $18.2 million. Boucher also said that an additional $37 million in taxpayer funds was either not spent or better spent by SBA during the April 30- Sept. 30 period because of IG audits and investigations. "In the last two years," Boucher commented, "we have recommended not spending or improving spending controls on a total of $81.3 milliion." "In addition to these amounts," Boucher wrote in the report, "our work resulted in the repayment by banks of $90,000 in excess fees charged by them to small businesses. While this resulted in no saving to the Government and is a relatively small amount in national terms, the amounts involved were of con­ siderable importance to the businesses involved in these difficult economic times." During the six-month period, Boucher's special "hot line" received 380 calls or letters alleging matters of interest to the IG office. Copies of the latest IG report are available through SBA's Public Com­ munications Office, 1441 "L" Street, N.W., Washington, D C. 20416. ALONE? 9 f \ For Your Information O«or friends, Your clergymen, beyond anyone •!<•, offers com­ fort and reassurance to tho bereaved family. Ho establishes with the family and funoral director the desired religious service in accordance with the rites and customs of his church, and the wishes of the family. He graciously advises on the many details of the formal and graveside service. His services are of inestimable value during this time of grief. Respectfully, PETER M.JISTEN & SON FUNERAL HOME McHENRY, ILLINOIS - 385 0043 Roll Call Report (Your Congressmen's Vote) Washington - Here's now area members of Congress were recorded on major roll call votes in the closing (lays of. the First Session of the 97th Congress. HOUSE Farm Bill--By a vote of 205 for and 203 against, the House approved and sent to the president a new farm program expected to cost $11 billion over its four-year life. Among its most disputed provisions, the bill (S 884) provides sugar price supports disliked by consumers and food fcompanies; continues peanut production controls but on a stricter basis than in the past; contains raises in price supports for grain and other basic crops that were called too modest by farm organizations; trims federal price supports for dairy farmers, and extends the food stamp program for one year. Supporter Paul Findley, R-Ill., said the bill "will have farmers producing for the market rather than the government (and) will help bring federal spending and inflation under control." Opponent Peter Peyser, D-N.Y., said "every major consumer group, the major farm groups, are all opposing this bill, and for good reason." Members voting "yea" favored the farm bill. Rep. Lynn Martin, R-16, voted "yea." Rep. Robert McClory, R-13, voted "nay." Oil Takeovers--The House passed, 223 Jor and 107 against, and sent to the Senate a bill (HR 5274) to prohibit until June 30, 1982, any of the nine largest oil companies from acquiring any of the top 40 oil companies. Retroactive to Dec. 1, the bill's chief aim was to thwart the attempt by Mobil Corp. to gain control of Marathon Oil Co. Supporter Silvio Conte, R-Mass., said that smaller companies such as Getty, Sun, Union, Citgo, Pennzoil and Kerr-McGee "could be gone in the bat of an eyelash and the industry changed forever into a conglomeration of supergiants." Opponent Phil Gramm, D-Tex., said "we are talking about a last-minute bill that infringes on the basic right of Americans to buy and sell property." Members voting "yea" wanted a temporary moratorium on the giants of the oil industry buying other oil companies. McClory and Ms. Martin voted "yea." Social Security--By a vote of 412 for and 10 against, the House approved and sent To the president legislation (HR 4331) that restores the $122 a month minimum benefit for persons now receiving Social Security. However, the minimum payment will be eliminated for persons starting to receive Social Security in 1982. The bill also provides temporary funding for the near-bankrupt Old Age and Survivor's trust fund by allowing it to borrow from other Social Security trust funds until the end of 1982. Supporter J.J. Pickle, D-Tex., pledged that despite the temporary nature of this bill Congress will make "meaningful reforms" in Social Security by earlv 1983 Opponent Bill Archer, R-Tex., said the bill fails to address basic reforms and that it is "designed solely to get us through the next election." Members voting "yea" favored restoring the minimum benefit and other provisions of the Social Security bill. McClory and Ms. Martin voted "yea." SENATE Members' Taxes--The Senate adopted, 56 for and 36 against, an amendment whose chief effect was to give married congressmen the same tax break on Washington housing expenses that single members receive. Under tfcte amendment, members can claim a business deduction on Washington housing even if their families live with them. This eliminated an IRS rule based on the assumption that a second home used to domicile a family was not a legitimate away- from-home expense. All eligible taxpayers will benefit from the amendment, which was attached to HR 5159. Sponsor Robert Dole, R-Kas., said "we simply clarified the law across the board. It applies to everyone, not just members of Congress." Opponent Carl Levin, D-Mich., said "this does yield and confer a financial benefit for most of us, those of us that are married." Senators voting "yea" favored changing the tax laws to benefit married congressmen and certain other taxpayers. Sen. Alan Dixon, D, voted "nay." Sen. Charles Percy, R, did not vote. Libya--By a vote of 57 for and 34 against, the Senate killed a non-binding resolution aimed at Libya. The sense-of-the- Senate resolution that was tabled by this vote advocated cutting off U.S. purchases of Libyan oil. The Administration opposed the resolution. Sen. Russell Long, D-La., who favored killing the resolution, said senators "should not go charging off ourselves with our own separate foreign policy unless the president sees fit to ask us for his support in this matter." Sen. Gary Hart, D-Colo., disagreed on grounds that "it is fundamentally wrong for American public or private interests to be financing terrorism conducted by the Libyan government or anyone else." / Senators voting "nay" wanted the Senate to advocate an embargo on Libyan oil. Dixon voted "nay." Percy did not vote. Trail Blazers The pioneers who blazed the roads now have descendants who burn them up. -Tribune, Chicago. Combustible Many a flare-up be­ tween a man and his wife has been caused by an old flame. '•Times, Davenport, la. ARE YOU NEW IN The McHenry Area? Do You Know Someone New? WE WOULD LIKE TO EX1END A ROYAL WELCOME TO EVERY NEWCOMER TO OUR AREA!!! CALL LORRAINE MONAHAN 3855475 V1 M mm mium nSMfSS X % am Kfictm mmttsft h ROYAL WELCOME MM row MUMttL WELCH* IKS IIKSI [ Real Estate Facts | By Yvonne Beer, McHenry County Board of Realtors A balanced federal budget accomplished by a reduced rate of government spending' is being promoted by the National Association of Realtors in its recently released 1982 Statement of Policy. "The National association opposes coun­ terproductive taxation, governmental guidelines, regulations, ruies and procedures which increase consumer costs, burden the business community and contribute to an unbalanced budget." The policy statement also supports economically sound energy policies, which in­ clude not only conservation but also exploration and the development of new sources. Balancing environmental conservation with economic survival also is encouraged. The policy goes on to state that "the agricultural needs, social and economic factors and future growth of our nation must be considered in the development of land-use policy." The National association's policy statement strongly asserts: , -that home ownership deserves a preferred place in our system of values as it contributes to community responsibility, civic stability and family well being and -supports the equal rights of all individuals to own real property and to exercise and enjoy the benefits of ownership without undue encroachment or intrusion by government, groups or individuals and -believes that every member of our society should have the opportunity to live in safe and decent housing. This objective is seen as best served by a heallhy housing market accomplished in an economic environment that fosters an ample supply of mortgage money and -holds that the continuing need and demand for rental housing can best be met by investors willing to take long-term capital risks. A mutually beneficial owner- rental occupant relationship is seen as fostering a con­ tinuing supply of adequate housing. The McHenry -County Board of Realtors, in con­ junction with the National Association of Realtors, adopts the 1982 statement of policy. MAMlTWIASKiT Good Time to Buy Rib roasts and steaks are car­ rying a lower price tag now than is expected in the future. In the pork section you'll find good buys on most cuts. Loins, picnics and hams offer good value for your money. Remem­ ber to buy the largest piece of meat you can afford and then do some cutting yourself into meal-sized portions. This will save on cost-per-serving basis. Save all bits and pieces for stock, casseroles or stir-fry dish­ es. If cured ham is your favorite and you spot a special, now is the time to buy. Cured hams usually increase in price between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Fryers and baking hens are selling for attractive prices. A baking hen is a mature bird, which means it should be cooked by moist heat and then browned. Over at the produce counter there are good buys on cab­ bage, grapes, coconuts, celery, potatoes and Florida citrus. The citrus is arriving in all markets now and the flavor is go^l, despite the dry season. fessi<>n JACK WALSH. AGENT EARL R. WALSH, BROKER INSURANCE & BONDS Fir*. Auto. Farm. IH« R«pr*Mnting RELIABLE COMPANIES MIS W. Elm St., McH*nry 3M-WW DENNIS CONWAY AUTO. LIFE. Fill State Fan lis. Co. SllfW. ElmStrMt McH*nry, III. 17111 JAMES m. Mciinn, LAWYER AVAILABLE TO PRACTICE IN: hrmwl Injury/Trials ButlnoM Corporations Wlllt/Probat* Dlvorco-Roal Eitata Workman's Compensation 3434 W. Elm Straat, McHonry HI. For oppolntmont phona:3BS-2440 Farm Equipment George P. Freund.lne. Caso-Naw Holland 4102 W. Crystal Lako Rd. McHonry Bus.385-0420 Res.385-0227 OR. LEONARD BOTTAM 1303 Richmond Rd.-McHonry Eyas Exomlnad-Contoct Lonsos Classes Flttod Mon., Tuos., Thurs. Frl. 4-4 pm Tuos., Thurs, Frl. 7-1 pm Sat. 9:30-3 pm Phono;305-41SI or 305-22*2 McHENRY COUNTY OFFICE MACHINES SALES, SERVICE • RENTALS Mon.-Sat. t-5:30 Friday HI »:00 *3 Grant St., Crystal Lako Phono:459-1224 It Pays To Advertise In The Plaindealer • I R E L L I RADIAL TIRES FOR ALL CARS Europa Motors, Inc. 2318 Rt«. 120 815-385-0700 Copy It! FINEST QUALITY COPYING WITH OUR NEW 8200 Automated Xerox Copier See us, also, for ovary kind of printing nead! McHenry Printing Services 3909 W. MAIN 385-7600 TRAILERS MOUSI t CATTLE TRAILERS DUMP FLATBEDS CAR HAULERS TRAILER HITCHES (EXPERT INSTAIlATION) RUNNING BOARDS MADEN WINCHES ADAMS ENTERPRISES 3017 V* Rt* 120 McH.nry II lis }>S S970 Offer Public Program On Animal Tracking A public program on animal tracking in winter will be conducted by the McHenry County Con­ servation district at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 17, at the Indian Ridge Conservation site. Volunteers Maggie Jung and Chris and Paul Rechten will give tips on reading tracks, using both an indoor slide presentation and outdoor experience. The Rechtens will be sharing tracking knowledge they gained by participating in a week long workshop with Tom Brown, author of a new book, "The Tracker." The tracking program at Indian Ridge is intended as an appetizer to tracking, with the main course an in- person presentation in March by Tom Brown. To find Indian Ridge, take State Park road east from Barreville road, and follow the signs for Indian Ridge, or call MCCD at 815-678-4431. This program is open to the public and is free of charge. Salute McHenry Seniors At a recent meeting of the McHenry Kiwanis club, McHenry high school seniors were saluted for outstanding performances and leader­ ship. Three McHenry high school students were honored. Miss Sue Smith, a senior at East campus, was selected as the 1981 winner of the Daughters of the American Revolution award. This recognizes an outstanding senior girl for good citizenship through high school classes and in­ volvement in high school activities. Gordon Bourey and Wade Cepulis, both seniors at West campus, were honored for their recent achievements in cross country and for their participation in the state cross country competition where McHenry high school placed third. K i w a n i s i n v i t e s nominations from teachers, school administrators, parents and community leaders for McHenry high school seniors who should be considered for outstanding performance recognition. Any nominations should be submitted to Bill Dodds, chairman for Kiwanis Student Recognition com­ mittee at McHenry East campus. WHAT S NEW TORQUE-RATCHET This T-handled, full rat­ cheting torque wrench will allow you to reach hard-to- get-to parts. Handles 20 to 80 in.-lb. of force. From Lowell Corp., Box 158, Worcester, Massachusetts 01613. SERVICE LINE McHENRY CHAMBER Of COMMERCE 305-4300 FAMILY SERVKy t MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC 3409 W. Wdufcegbri Rood* 1 5 McHenry 385-6400 TURNING POINT-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE STRESS LINE McHenry County 24 hours a day, 7 days a watk 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 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 obout automobile safety defects or whether a particular model hos ever been recalled. Valuable for those interested in buying a used car.) ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES 24-Hour Child Abuse Hotline Toll Free: SOO-252-2S7I 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 anyone from architects to home owners looking for a sun- powered hot-water system) CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION 5, 312-793-3580 Chicago III. BIRTHRIGHT Pregnant? Need Help? Counseling Service. 385-2999 . 24 hour Answering Service. YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU FOR McHENRY COUNTY 4719 W. Elm St.. McHenry Phone: 344-3240 24 hour Crisis Intervention and Confidential Counseling for youth and families ILLINOIS STATE CHAMBER HOTLINE Phone 217-522-5514 Answer to questions on government regulations . . MENTAL HEALTH 1-000-B92-I900 .̂Crisis Center Line for McHenry Co. 24-Hour Emergency number end professional staff will answer your ceN. Sponsoring agency McHenry County Comprehensive Mental Health Service System. National Neighborhood Watch Association * Post Office Box 17400 Washington, D.C., 20041 Phone (703)471-0404 McHonry County CRT A Outreach Center 400 Russel Ct. .. Woodstock. IL WON B15-330-7100 JOO TRAINING OFFERED McHENRY COUNTY ASSOCIATION FOR THE RETARDED. Robert G. Lambourn, Executive Director Telephone: 344-1230 """