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IV. L IS I iJ\LF»* WEDNESDAY. JANUARY 13,1982 I SNOW--BLOW--27 BELOW--BRR! (Continued from page 1) 15 individual cases of telephone trouble, outside of a slower dial tone than usual. + The manager said the trouble was primarily caused by such problems as a wet pable, a small line running to the house being knocked down, etc. In addition to closing roads, the in­ clement weather resulted in the closing of all schools in the McHenry area as well as a number of business and professional offices. The "Rescue 50" snowmobile benefit, which was slategl to start from John- sburg at 8 KttC Sunday was postponed one week due to the sub-zero tem­ peratures and high winds. The event is slated for this coming Sunday, Jan. 17. BLAZE LEAVES FAMILY HOMELESS (Continued from page 1) Also this weekend, the McHenry Fire department was called upon to respond during the worst of the weather to a structure fire in Crystal Lake. Bennett said the Company I tanker took a load of water to the blaze in Covered Bridge Trails, on the south side of Crystal Lake, and returned. The department and the McHenry Area Rescue squad were called to a traffic accident Sunday afternoon on Route 31, south of Bull Valley road, where six cars collided. Six people escaped without injury from a burning home which was destroyed by fire early Friday at 10101 Wilmot road, Spring Grove. Fire fighters from Spring Grove and Richmond battled the blaze in sub-zero temperatures. Sheriff's police said the fire was reported about 12:30 a.m. after 35-year- old Jeffrey K. Caughey was awakened by the smell of smoke and discovered a large fire in the living-room area of the residence He awakened the other five residents of the home and everyone escaped safely, police said. Sheriff's police, Spring Grove police officers and both fire departments responded to the emergency, however, the blaze already had a good hold and the house was engulfed in flames before firemen arrived at the scene. "We could see the fire from three or four miles away," said Richmond Fire * Chief Tom Vandaele. He said the Spring Grove department was first on the scene, but had notified his department enroute. The Richmond department responded with three equipment vehicles and 15 firemen. "TTie house was destroyed before we arrived," Vandaele said. The cause of the fire, although not yet determined, is suspected to be a heating device, the chief said. Arson, has been ruled out, according to Vandaele. No estimate of damage has been made, however, the chief said the home was "totally destroyed and the loss will run into many thousands of dollars." In addition to Jeffrey Caughey, Patti A. Brill, 32, Elijah B. Caughey, 4, Merlin J. Caughey, 8, Jay J. Caughey, 12, and 63-year-old Kenneth J. Brill, escaped from the burning building. COUNTY BOARD CHARGED IN LAWSUIT (Continued from page 1) Ferriola, and Flo Posner, both wives of suspected syndicate members. He said he bought McHenry County Tobacco and Candy Co. from Ferriola and has incorporated both firms under AAA Amusements. During hearings- in October, com- - missioners voiced their concern over rumors of Kimmel being connected with crime syndicate operators. Kimmel told the commission at a Nov. 2 hearing that he had "never fronted for anyone in all my life." Kimmel said he was willing to "swear under oath" that he had no connection with suspicious companies the county had previously refused to license. The county had already denied licensing Sagittarius. At an Oct. 13 hearing in the McHenry county courthouse, Kimmel admitted a federal investigation is being conducted on the operations of Medart Inc., a steel company in Greenwood, Miss., which he previously owned. "Medart records were subpoenaed last week," Kimmel told the com­ mission. He said that he has not per­ sonally been subpoenaed by federal "authorities. "I sold Medart in June, and the FBI is making investigations because they say the company was looted of $4 million," Kimmel told the commission. However, he said he had records to prove Medart was audited by a large, well-known corporation and he offered to produce the records for the commission. At the county hearings, Attorney Herb Franks, representing Kimmel, emphasized Kimmel should not be denied licensing by the county "just because of the character of his brother- in-law." <* Franks asked the commission "not to fall victim to innuendo ... don't let that nonsense interfere with your decision," he said. McHenry County Board Chairman Ronald Morris, who chaired the commission hearings, emphasized to the commission the Medart in­ vestigation did not pertain to the issue before the commission. Morris said he was satisfied that Kimmel was "clean" and "had cooperated fully with the com­ mission." The commission was unanimous in its vote to deny Kimmel's application because of inconsistencies in his pur­ chase agreement with the Sagittarius company. * Commissioners said thejft&re afraid * if Kimmel failed to make regular payments called for in the contract with Sagittarius, the firm would revert back to the original owner, who already had V been refused licensing by the com­ mission. Kimmel's lawyer said that no date has been set on hearing the lawsuit in federal court. MUSIN' AND MEANDERIN' (Continued from page 1) usher him to the lot line that one day he quickly lay on his back and ground his claws into our canvas shoe. But that was all before Christmas 1981. The cat, which bears a striking resemblance to TV's Morris, suddenly became charming in our presence. His huge orange head was tilted at just the right angle to give him the angelic look. And while he had formerly shunned any proximity, his sturdy body brushed against us as we walked. It was the day of Christmas Eve. Was it possible this cat, with limited power to assess the least significant situation, knew it was a special time? Always a sucker for an animal, we bent forward and found a receptive greeting to our touch. That was our first mistake. As we headed toward the door, he pushed up the steps ahead of us, intent upon getting onto the porch in his effort to get inside. When we gently but firmly repelled his efforts, we were greeted by shrill and persistent meows. He was disappointed at the sudden and unexpected rejection. Would he settle for some food? Yes, food was the magic word, even though there was enough left to let us know hunger was not one of his major problems. We smiled, confident that our new found friend would leave. But he did not leave. Every time the front door was opened he was there with that shrill and persistent meow. The temperature began to drop, but he refused to budge from the steps. It was a plea we could not resist. A large box in the garage seemed the perfect home-away-from-home, plus the humble furnishings of an old rug and an older blanket. He jumped in and settled nicely? In fact, every time the car enters the driveway - every morning when we go out for the newspaper - there he is. The food is never completely con­ sumed, indicating he goes home oc­ casionally to see if the family fare is tastier. But he times his visits with our arrival and departure and seldom do we enter or leave that he doesn't jump out of the box and give forth with his high pitched cry of distress. What does one do with a Christmas gift that was not requested, is un­ wanted, and frankly proves to be a pest? Unaware of his status with his own family, our more humane instincts prompt us to provide for at least his most spartan needs. Tfet pickle fork was long ago tucked undef some towels in the drawer. 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The matter was sent to the courts after the Illinois House and Senate approved conflicting reapportionment maps and failed to compromise due to a partisan deadlock. Lagging population growth means that tti& number of Congressional House seats must be cut from 24 to 22, meaning that two incumbent legislators will lose their jobs in 1982. The appeal contended that the lower court panel should have paid more attention to political boundaries bet­ ween Chicago and the suburbs in choosing the redisricting plan. Three alternative plans were presented at the trial. The appeal said the justices chose a map which "maintains Chicago's power." This mix, the suit says, also discriminates against suburban blacks by putting them in districts with city blacks, diluting their power to influence elections in the suburbs. Set Government Seminar The Legislation committee of the McHenry Business & Professional Women's club has announced that members will be conducting a four-part seminar on Government efod Practical Politics. Meeting at the McHenry library at 7 p.m. Mondays Feb. 8, 15 and March 1 and 15, each weekly session will explore one of four types of government-city, county, state and national. Featured seminar leaders will in­ clude McHenry Mayor Joseph Stanek on city government and McHenry County Auditor A1 Jordan discussing county government and the role of precincts. State Rep. Richard Klemm and another legislator to be named will lead the discussions on state and national government. Ample time will be allowed for audience participation and printed material will be distributed concerning each branch of government. The seminars will be free of charge and the public is encouraged to attend any or all of the sessions. Information and reservations may be obtained by calling 385-8269. Director Quits Senior Post Charge Frau On Bad ChecKs t A 33-vear-old McHenry man was arrested Tuesday by McHenry police and has been charged with four counts of deceptive practice. Kenneth E. Jozwiak, 33, of 4607 Shore drive, McHenry, was arrested for passing bad checks totaling more than $100 at Hornsby's on four separate occasions. Bohd for Jozwiak was set at $1,800 and he was taken to McHenry county jail. McHenry Police Lt. Robert Kranz said Jozwiak was also wanted by Fox Lake police on a similar charge and by the Cook County Sheriffs department. A court date of Jan. 14 was set for the matter. McHenry police arrested and charged a 25-year-old man in connection with a criminal damage to property incident that occurred at a McHenry tavern last summer. Thomas J. Amato, 25, of 8 Watssasing, Newark, N.J., was being held by Rosemont police when the outstanding warrant was discovered. The Rosemont department notified McHenry and a car was sent to get Amato. According to McHenry police, Amato was wanted for damaging glassware, a door, and equipment at the Salty Frog tavern, at 1406 N.. Riverside drive, McHenry. % 1 He ; waS Charged ^witlf crindna damage to property over $150/ Bond was set at $5,000. By Joanne Springman SHAW MHMA NfWS SSRVtCi Linn Olesen, executive director of the McHenry County Senior Citizen's Council, has announced her resignation effective Feb. 28. "The decision was a personal one, with many factors involved," Ms. Olesen said at council headquarters, located at the senior center in Wood­ stock. "I feel strongly that a fresh outlook on the council and its problems will be good for the council." "The whole board feels very badly that she's resigning," said Regina Blank of Harvard, council secretary. "She's been a good executive director." Blank said Ms. Olesen's reasons for resigning apparently were personal, but Ms. Blank added the executive director's job is "a lot of work and very time consuming." Ms. Olesen, of Crystal Lake,f"has served in the post since September, V 1980, and she has worked with the council since June 1977. A statement issued by the council board of directors said the board "regretfully accepted" Ms. Olesen's resignation. "In fulfilling the excessive demands ^ of her job, she has performed with courage, loyalty and integrity. The board recognizes the undue strain of her task, particularly during the past six months," the board statement said. Ms. Olesen said the phrase about the past six months referred to budget preparations for fiscal 1982 and funding problems. A search committee, chaired by Polly Hobbet, chairwoman of the council personnel committee, has been ap­ pointed to seek candidates to fill Olesen's position. Ms. Olesen said she has no immediate plans after she steps down as director. United Way Sets Fund Record HOMELESS FAMILY The Tom Para family of seven was left homeless when fire destroyed their house at Mc-. Cullom Lake in the early hours of Monday morning. The boys are aged 13 and 14, the girls, 3, 6 and 10, all of average size. Anyone with clothing that might fit the children may take it to the home of Mrs. Para's mother, Mrs. Lester E. (Ruth) Adams, 4418 W. Ponca, Cooney Heights. FISH SEEKS DRIVERS •Hie organization of FISH is seeking drivers to take a McHenry man to Lutheran General hospital for cobalt treatments. Trips must be made daily for about 16 days. Anyone able to help FISH should call 385-0258. United Way general campaign chairman, William Douglass, has announced that current United Way campaign pledges total $139,800, representing the highest amount ever raised entirely within McHenry county by the local United Way. Douglass said, "Although we are still working to achieve our #147,000 goal by the campaign closing afcte of Jan. 14, we are quite proud of our new record. It has been achieved despite a sharp declineMn the economy in recent months. The recession is clearly af­ fecting a broad range of local people and firms." The previous combined record of $122,000 was set in separate campaigns conducted last year by the United Way of McHenry County and United Way of Cary-Grove-Oakwood Hills, which merged into a single county-wide organization in July of this year. The campaign chairman credits a number of factors for the success of the campaign. According tp Douglass, "This campaign clearly evidences that, wh«i the feopie of out county are in- pwroied, tnejy are-wHiing to generously respond tethe needs of their neighbors. The number of employers offering their employees a chance to learn about and support United Way at their place of work has risen 50 percent over last year, from 38 to 56 employers. As a result, more local people are sup­ porting United Way than ever before. "Pledges from employees of various McHenry county school districts have more than tripled under the leadership of school division chairman, Rick Bernotas, principal of North Junior high school, Crystal Lake. Con­ tributions from corporations and their employees have increased from $78,000 to $98,000 under the leadership of a dedicated team of businessmen and women headed by Roman Bauer of McHenry." / Douglass indicated particular pride in the cooperation of United Way's 20 member agencies. "Our agencies play a vital role in the campaign. Every United Way agency offers its staff an opportunity to support United Way. Pledges from employees/>f United Way member agencies have more than doubled this year. Sey^ral agencies are reporting 100 percent employee par­ ticipation. "Additionally, volunteers from each agency take full responsibility for the small business sector of our annual campaign, visiting over 500 local small businesses to ask their continued support of their agencies through ' United Way. Our agencies also provide tours for solicitors from firms spon­ soring worksite campaigns for their employees, and, they send am­ bassadors into businesses around the county to tell people how their United Way contributions help serve people." Anyone interested in donating to the 1981-82 United Way of McHenry county campaign may send gifts to United Way of McHenry County, P.O. Box 604, Crystal Lake, 111. 60014 Robbery At Hitchin Post Shaw Media News Service An armed robber demanded money from a bartender and also robbed a X patron Thursday night at The Hitchin Post tavern, 24101 Illinois 173, Chemung. The incident is under investigation today by McHenry County sheriff's investigators. 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