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PAGE 20 - PLA1NDEALER - FRIDAY McHENRY POST No. 491 PVO. BOX.447 2505 N. RINGWOOD RD. McHENRY. ILL. 60050 BY BRUCE T. OTTO by BfoaceT. Otto This message has as its source the Veterans Administration, Office of Public and Consumer Affairs. While the passage of time may have eroded much of the bitterness of the long and divisive conflict in Vietnam, it has also made us aware of the remaining problems of that conflict. Agent Orange is one of those lingering problems - controversial, emotional and extremely complex. Those of us who were exposed to Agent Orange would like to know now what adverse health effects, if any, are associated with that exposure. At present there is no sound scientific evidence to indicate there SEPTEMBER 24, 1982 are any long term health problems related to Agent Orange exposure. However, there is too little research in this area to rule out the possibility of long-term effects. In addition some Vietnam veterans have claimed that exposure to Agent Orange is the cause of their own health problems. Because there is a great deal of concern about this issue, and.not enough objective information, the Veterans Ad­ ministration and other agencies are engaged in important Agent Orange research. Dozens of scientific research efforts are under way to answer many of the questions which have been raised about possible effects of exposure to Agent Orange. It may take a few years, but some will be made available beginning late this year. In the meantime, medical care is -.provided to veterans for problems potentially related to Agent Orange. „ With the passage of Public Law 97- 72 last year. Congress assured certain health care services for eligible veterans who feel their health problems could be the result of Agent Orange. Q. What is Agent Orange? A. Agent Orange was a herbicide, or defoliant, used in Vietnam to kill unwanted vegetation and to defoliate trees which otherwise would have Get A Kero-Sun Bumper sticker. You Could Win A Kero-Sun Moonlighter! ̂ Pick up a Kero-Sun Bumper Sticker from our store. Mount it on your bumper and if it s spotted by the Kero-Sun "Mystery Person" you win 10 gallons of kerosene. All winners of kerosene will automatically "THE HOUSE THAT SERVICE BUILT" 6E0. P. FREUND, INC 4102 W. Crystal lake Rd.. McHency. III. (•IS) 3*5-0420 MOONUGHTER* be eligible for a drawing for one of four Kero-Sun Moonlighters to be given- away in the Chicago area on December 20,1982. No purchase is necessary. Must be 18 or older to win. Void where prohibited. provided cover from which the enemy could /attack American personnel. Agent grange was a reddish brown liquid/made of two chemicals 2,4,5-T and 2(4-D. Both chemicals have been used widely throughout the world since the 1940's by farmers, foresters and home owners. The herbicide was called Agent Orange because it was shipped to Vietnam in orange striped barrels. Q. Why are people worried about Agent Orange? A. Beginning in 1978 a concern was expressed that the veterans exposed to Agent Orange when it was used in Vietnam between 1965 and 1971 might be subject to delayed health effects from the exposure. These concerns were based on the fact that one of the chemicals 2,4,5-T, contained minute traces of a toxic chemical dioxin (TCCDD) which contaminated the herbicide during the manufacturing process. The contaminated dioxin is of concern because animal studies have shown it to be toxic to pertain species. Like other toxic substances, dioxin has produced a number of serious conditions among laboratory animals. In the next few editions there will be more questions and answers and a follow-u(v Warning For Coin Collectors The U.S. Postal Service has cautioned coin collectors and in­ vestors to check local dealers, libraries or newsstands for coin collecting publications to determine current coin prices before responding to mail-order offers that may grossly inflate the actual value of the coins. The warning followed signing of a consent order lay Nat ionaf Monetary center, P.O. Box 37438^Washington, D C., 20013. The Postal Service also is investigating several other coin promotions containing offers similar to those made by N.M.C. Public Schools Announce Policy For Free Meals McHenry and Johnsburg public school districts have announced their policy for free or reduced priced meals for children unable to pay the . full price of meals served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs. Local school officials have adopted the following family size and income criteria for determining eligibility: Family Site 1 2 I < 5 6 I Each Additional Family Member Family Income Free Meals and Free Milk July 1,1962- June 30,1983 $ 6,080 8,090 10,090 12,090 14,090 16,090 18,100 20,100 2,000 Family income Reduced Price Meals July 1,1982- June30,1983 $8,660 11,510 14,360 17,210 20,050 22,900 25,750 28,600 2,850 Children from families whose income is at or below the levels shown, are eligible for free meals or reduced price meals. Application forms are being sent to all homes in a letter to parents. Additional copies are available at the principal's office in each school. Applications may be submitted at any time during the year. To discourage the possibility of misrepresentation, the application forms contain a statement above the space for signature certifying that all information furnished in the application is true and Correct. An additional statement is added to warn that the application is being made in connection with the receipt. of Federal funds, that school officials may verify the. information in the application, and that deliberate misrepresentation of information may subject the applicant to prosecution under applicable State WILCOX RADIATOR SHOP Radiators cleaned and repaired •CARS • TRUCKS •TRACTORS New & Rebuilt Radiator & Heaters Over 700 in stock We supply our shop directly from the factory, enabling us to do the job at fair prices and with a very good warranty. Highway 47 South Woodstock, IL Phone 815-338-2228 Same Owner --Same Repairman Serving McHenry County For 32 Years HNY.47 WOODSTOCK -» • WILCOX SEVEN DAYS ONLY! WATERBEDS ANNOUNCES A NEW LOCATION We're celebrating the occasion with drastically reduced prices in our West Dundee and Crystal Lake stores. SAVE 10% -- on all Waterbeds in both showrooms SAVE 20% -- on all Accessories SAVE 10% -- on all Matching Furniture SAVE IIP TO 30% -- on Floor Samples * Waterbeds • Pillows «* * 6 Draw Pedestals * Lamps • Sheets • Dressers * Comforters * Nite Stands * Mirrors * Velvet Comforters • Pictures • Captains Pedestals Prices Available Thru Sept. 26, 1982 at These 2 Locations: WATERBEDS Tonde Shopping Center \ Rt. 31 (Across from Chatoau Louis*) Wost Dundee, III. (312) 426-4983 Crystal Lake MIS Northwest Highway Crystal Lake, III. (SIS) 455-4260 . TROUBLE SLEEPING? If you are one of those people who have oc- c a s i o n a l t r o u b l e . sleeping, the Better Sleep council offers these tips for better rest: -Don't drink coffee within a few hours of going to sleep since caffeine can disturb your sleep; the same is true of alcoholic beverages, especially in excess. -Try to go to bed and get up at the same time every day; a regular schedule is conducive to good sleep. -Make sure that your bed is in good condition and provides proper support for your shoulders and haps. It should also be large enough for you to stretch out and change positions easily. -Do everything you can to promote restful sleep. Sleep in a cool, darkened room and try to block out or eliminate noise. and criminal statutes. The application must be complete or it will be denied. In order for an application to be complete, you must provide the total household income, the names of all household members, social security numbers of all household members 21 years or older or state that a household member does not have one and the signature o f an adult household member. If a family member becomes unemployed or if family size changes, the family should contact the school to file a new application. If your child is approved for meal benefits, you must notify the school when your household income increases by more than 850 per month ($600 per year) or when your household size decreases. In certain cases foster children are also eligible for these benefits. If family has foster children living with them and wishes to apply for free or reduced price meals for them, the family should contact the school. All children are treated the same regardless of ability to pay. In the operation of child nutrition programs, no child will be discriminated against because of his-her color, national origin, age or handicap. Under the provisions of the policy, the business manger of the respective schools will review applications and determine eligibility. If a parent is dissatisfied with the ruling of the official, he may wish to discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis. If he wishes to make a formal appeal, he may make a request either orally or in writing to the*business managers at the various schools for a hearing to appeal the decision. The policy contains an outline of the hearing procedure. Each school and the office of the districts have copies of the complete policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party. School district 12 have also announced their policy for free milk (or meals) for children unable to pay the full price of milk served under the Special Milk program for Ringwood school. « Local school officials have adopted the following family size and income criteria for determining eligibility: Family Income Free Milk Family Income Free Milk Family Size July 1,1982-June 30,1963 1 $6,060 2 8,090 3 10,090 4 12,090 5 14,090 6 16,090 7 18,100 8 20,100 Each Additional 20,100 Family Member 2,000 Children from families whose income is at or below the levels shown are eligible for free milk (or meals). If a parent is dissatisifed with the ruling of the officials, he may wish to discuss the decision with the determing official on an informal basis. If he wishes to make a formal appeal, he may make a request either orally or in writing to the bussiness managers for a hearing to appeal the decision. The policy contains an outline of the hearing procedure. Leadership Scholqrships Made Available To Seniors High school seniors have an op­ portunity to enter the 1962-83 Century III Leaders program .vvhich awards local, state, and n§ti<mal prizes to students who demonstrate the leadership abilities and social awai.iess necessary to help meet America's needs during the third century. One particularly outstanding senior will eventually collect the $10,000 scholarship which goes to the Century III national winner. That person is selected at the Century III Leadership conference, scheduled for March 4-7 at Colonial Williamsburg, Va. National semi-finalists earn $500 awards. Two winners from each state and the District of Columbia - chosen from winners at each participating high school « receive $1,500 scholarships and all-expense-paid trips to the Williamsburg conference. Two state alternates each receive $500 awards. Now in its eighth year, the Century III Leaders program is designed to bring together student leaders to discuss issues facing America in its third century. Students are judged at the local school level on leadership abilities, school and community in­ volvement, a short essay written on an issue facing America, and a current events examination. Deadline for students to apply is Oct. 15. Johnsburg high school students interested in participating in the program sftotdd contact Dennis Spraetz, counselor/^ "A bore is a person who talks when yoii wish him to listen." Ambrose Bierce "The ideal of calm exists in a sitting cat." Jules Renard The first public racetrack was built in 1174. LENNOX a can save you more on your heating bill than any other furnace on the market todayl ALTHOFF INDUSTRIES AND LENNOX FURNACES... A WINNING COMBINATION FOR OVER 55 YEARS! ATTHOFT INDUSTRIES SO* N. 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