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PAGE 8 - PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1,1982 #82 ^7 Here And f here In Business Predict Stable Local Hiring CROWD AT MUSIC FEST-Cool weather failed to deter a large crowd from attending Music Fest '82 in Pearl street park last Saturday afternoon and evening. One of the performing groups in shown above in the band shell. The event was sponsored by the George R. J us ten & Son funeral home in observance of their 100th anniversary in business. " i STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD Landscaping Construction Materials Sale Starting Friday, October 1st -- 9 a.m. Special Purchases 8 ft. Landscape Timbers - Cedar-6"x 5"x 8 foot only $10.25 8 ft. Landscape Timbers - Cedar- 6"x 6"x 8 foot only $12.75 Core Treated Timbers - 3"*»s"x 8 foot only $3.95 Railroad Ties .only $6.95 Patio Blocks - 8" X 16" Concrete, Plain or Colored (Reg. 65-75*«a.) Sale Price . only 46* to 53*... Patio Blocks - Exposed Aggregate - Terra Stone 18" square (Reg. $6.59 ea.) Sale Price .only $4.59 Patio Blocks - Lombard Precast Cement - 2 ft. x 2 ft. (Reg. $6.99) Sale Price. $4.89 More Sizes In Stoek i Shredded Bark - 3 cubic foot bag - Reg. $4.95 Sale Price only $3.69 Concrete Circle Edging - 18" circle (3/circie) (Reg. $4.89 ea.) Sale Price only $3.42 •». Bulk Landscape Stone - Cubic Yard STONEBARK (Reg. $74.00) Sale Price only $59.00 PLUS ALL Cement Products on Sale ** Delivery Extra 815-459-6200 owenvoo Rt. 14 & 176, Crystal Lake, Illinois Mon.-Thurs. 9-6; Fri. 9-8; Sat«9*5; Sun. if 0-5 Available Now FIRST McHENRY CLUB THE CLUB THAT OFFERS CHECKING ACCOUNT SERVICES...PLUS MONEY SAVING COUPONS FROM AREA BUSINESSES! The FIRST McHENRY CLUB requires no minimum balance. For a monthly fee of only $4.50 (50<t ad­ ditional for accidental death insurance), you receive these services: unlimited check writing, free per­ sonalized checks, travelers checks and money or­ ders, plus every other month you receive money saving coupons on goods and services from area businesses! THIS MONTH'S COUPON PARTICIPANTS INCLUDE;" SCENTIQUE PERFUME CO. TYPEWRITER SERVICE EDWARDS BROTHERS ROOFING SHUTTER HUT THE CASUAL SHOPPE ADAMS LAWN & LEISURE ARIZONA SUN LITTLE TREASURES COMMUNITY CABLEVISION INC. McHENRY HOME FURNISHINGS SPURGEONS DON'S DAIRY FROST There's no other ebb quite like it. The FIRST McHENRY CLUB offers the services you want most and something special...coupons for you and your family. M m Mai THE ALL DAY WEDNESDAY BANK NaTIONaL BaNK OF IW HeiMRY 3814 W. ELM ST. McHENRY 385-5400 MEMBER FDIC Employers in the McHenry area predict stable hiring activity for the next three months, according to a quarterly Employment Outlook survey conducted by Manpower, Inc., the world's iarges temporary service firm. Chuck Bartels, owner of Man­ power's McHenry office, said, "Overall, 10 percent of the area ' employers polled plan to hire ad­ ditional workers during the fourth quarter of 1982 (October, November, December), down slightly from the 13 percent with similar intentions one year ago. Another 13 percent expect staff reductions and 77 percent plan no change in staff levels." In a similar survey conducted one year ago at this time, 17 percent ex­ pected staff reductions, 67 percent predicted no change in staff levels and 3 percent were unsure of their hiring plans. A few local job opportunities are predicted by__ financial institutions. Staff reductions are expected by the services sector and construction companies which normally reduce More 'Difficult work force during the fourth quarter. The outlook is stable in other em ployment sectors. . McHenry area results lag behind those reqported nationally and in the Chicago area, but are more optimistic than results, in Waukeean. Times' Says Production Credit Chairman ^witoITRecordl Selecting the right real estate agent to help you buy or seu a house is just as important as picking the right lawyer or doctor. To do the job correctly, don't just search the yellow pages of your phone book. Buying and selling property is one of life's m o s t i m p o r t a n t activities. The first thing you should understand is that real estate agents are licensed by the state in which they work. If the man or woman you deal with is a realtor, then you also have the assurance of knowing that he or she is a member of the National Association of Reatlors and adheres to a strict code of ethics, The McHenry County Board of Reatlors offers t h e f o l l o w i n g suggestions to consider when choosing a real estate agent: --Get a referral from a relative, neighbor or friend whom you trust. --Look for an agent who is active in your c o m m u n i t y a n d knowledgeable about social or economic conditions that might affect the value of your property now or in the foreseeable future. --Ask prospective agents what range of services they are prepared to offer you to assist you in selling your home. -- C o n s i d e r t h e reputation of the real estate firm that you may do business with. --If you're a buyer, ask if the agent has a list of available properties in several communities along with a variety of price ranges. -Make it clear that you don't wish to waste each other's time by visiting places that do not meet your financial capabilities or personal needs. --Determine how knowledgeable the real estate agent is about Fresent trends and l u c t u a t i o n s i n mortgage loan plans, interest rates, current land values, and fair market prices. --A good real estate agent will be familiar with the homes that are available for inspection and sale. --Find out if the agent has a good relationship w i t h l e n d i n g organizations in the area. That may tell you a lot about their professional reputation. Markets Mileage Maker Ellis Pickens of McHenry has been n a m e d f i e l d representative for Olde Worlde marketing the Mileage Maker, an invention designed to make large automobiles a f f o r d a b l e a g a i n t h r o u g h g a s o l i n e s a v i n g s . P i c k e n s resides at 7404 W. Mason Hill road. ACHIEVEMENT AWARD McHenry resident, Craig C. Roby, 4602 Northfox lane, an i n s u r a n c e r e p r e ­ s e n t a t i v e w i t h Combined Insurance company of America, has received an award for outstanding sales and service to the public. Roby won the initial award in the W. C l e m e n t S t o n e International Sales and Management Achievement club. The international club is named after the company's founder and board chairman. "Difficult times" for farmers will continue at least another year, Alan Ainger, chairman of the Northeast Illinois Production Credit association, told 350 annual meeting guests last week. Speaking at t he 49th annual meeting of the farmer-owned . cooperative, Ainger said, "very few years have been as challenging as the ones we've been through," as he referred to the level of interest rates, the cost of equipment, and faltering prices being paid farmers for their grain. Terry Schwebke. president of the PCA, elaborated, saying "except for livestock there has been no price improvement in the past year. We emphathize with farmers in this area. Personal sacrifices may need to be made. New purchases are being delayed. Sale of excess equipment or real estate, in some cases, is necessary in some cases to stay in business." The critical factors affecting far­ mers will have an impact on all segments of the nation, and Schwebke acknowledged that in a majority of cases farmers are faced with a loss of net worth with collateral values of livestock, grain and farm machinery depreciated severely compared with a year ago. " But Schwebke pointed out the Farm Credit system has maintained its excellent credit rating and funds are available to farmers. He said interest rates have dropped slightly, from 15 percent or higher earlier in the year to 14 percent at present. The PCA is used by farmers for a major source of money to buy their is Eugene Eppel, McHenry. Gas Company Responds To Customer Complaint In the Sept. 3 issue of the Plain- dealer, a letter appeared in the Public Pulse column, written by Hugh Kirk. It concerned hi? opinion of charges made by Northern Illinois Gas company. The company has responded to those charges and the remarks may be of interest to other Gas company customers. A reprint of Mr. Kirk's letter is followed by the response from the company. PROTEST RIP-OFF* "Editor: "What a rotten rip-off we're getting fromJNorthepn Illinois Gas company, being charged $24 a year for the pipe from the main in the street to the meter, then another $36 to pay for an office to make the charge. That's $60 a year or $600 in 10 short years for the same pipe and the same office. "That's a monopoly for you! "What's wrong with the people on the Illinois Commerce Commission? "Hugh Kirk" seasonal production needs as fer­ tilizer, seed and fuel, and to purchase livestock. 4 "I think interest rates may continue to<drop, but only moderately," Sch­ webke observed. "Funds are being, obtained at a most reasonable cost at this time, and they are being passed on to members at a cost which is in the lower one- third of the 44 PCAs in the district.' More members, higher loan volume, larger loans and more staff required to handle the business yolume^Ras prompted the board to coiistruct a new building in con­ junction with the Federal Land Bank association of DeKalb-Woodstock. The present building is non- expandable and out-dated, he ob­ served, and the new building on Route 47 near the courthouse in Woodstock should be available for occupancy in November. An award for operating an out­ standing branch unit was presented Stan Rosendahl, assistant vice- president and McHenry unit branch manager, and Connie Gehris, assistant secretary and Lake unit branch secretary. Loan volume continues at about the same pace as a year ago - $44,431,592 for the past year, compared with the year-ago total of almost $43 million. In the election, Ainger, Harvard farmer and a 27-year board member, was reelected. He has been board chairman for 22 years. Elected to the 1983 nominating committee included Charles J. Budreck, Jr. An alternate Response "We have experienced confusion by some customers regarding the customer charge on the bill. In this age of consumerism the Illinois Commerce Commission has held talks with us urging that ourb&&$l€arly define the charges that eacncustdmer pays. "As you are aware, previous to our recent rate increase the cost of natural gas was expressed as cost per therm - one price which included the cost of gas, the distribution costs and the monthly customer charge. The breakdown of charges on the current gas bill does breakdown the specific charges These are not new charges, but for the first time the components of what the customer pays is highlighted. "I have enclosed a copy of our Consumer News, a copy of which each customer received, that details the new bill form. "JohnL. Orso, "District Superintendent "Northern Illinois Gas" McHENRY GOLDRUSM . REPORT Gold Prospecting is profitable from many angles *SAVE ALL PROSPECTORS CARDS* (Yes, all those that say: "Keep on Diggin'") •THEY WILL BE GOOD AS COUPONS FOR GIFTS & SALES IN THE FUTURE MONTHS* We are now into the second week of the THREE MONTH GOLD RUSH TAKE EVERY OPPORTUNITY TO GATHER ALL THE GOLD YOU CAN GET! I WHERE? HERE: Barbs Hallmark Shop Christopher's Mens Wear McDonalds Spellman Chevrolet Windhill Gift Shop Wally's Bike Haven Sullivan Foods . McHenry Favorite Sport Center Tami's Juvenile Furniture McHenry Paint, Glass & Wallpaper Georgetown Furniture Fowlers Carpet/Russell Furniture Candyman's Closet Nelson Electronics Freund's Store For Men The Casual Shoppe Ben Franklin Brake Parts Company Ed's Rental & Sales Another Galaxy The Fashion Shoppe Century 21 - Care McHenry Savings & Loan McHenry State Bank Shamrock Cleaners John's Sport Stop Blue Camel McHenry Checkpoint P. W. Tindall Heating, Inc. Essex-Costello Real Estate Joe's Barber Shop Gingers Fit-Inn Radicom Warsaw Inn Carey Appliance AND THESE ARE PROSPEROUS PROSPECTORS: ICAUIUAC . . .. T McHENRY SAVINGS sveen ft LOAN Sandra Beierle Ralph Rounds Maria Perez Charles Mote Dennis Gerstung Stanley Archacki Linda Koczor •EN FRANKLIN: Cathy Miller Tammy Sword Susan Piala / Nancy Neucks McHENRY STATE BANK Sue Leschuck Georgia Fox Diane Wronski Kathy Hought Terri Goerdt Bob Pepping NELSON ELECTRONICS Rev. Joseph Christ Helen Dercole Eddie Fair Petti Vickery Kathy Fiupatrick John M'keska Norma Argy Bernice Szalowski „ Roberta Thomason Cynthia Graebnau Albert Wulffen 0ernette Renwicl< Deborah Rose ;fe" ^rant2 Florence Roth Schwedler ADV. SPONSORED BY McHENRY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Mary Weber Richard Green Jim Diblta in the h a s ELECTRICITY RATES Lower non-summer e l e c t r i c i t y r a t e s f o r Commonwealth Edison's 2.7 million residential customers is being phased through Oct. 13 c o m p a n y announced. The non- summer rate, which is about 15 pcercent lower than the summer rate, will remain in effect for eight billing months. At the behest of the Illinois Commerce commission, E d i s o n i n t r o d u c e d seasonal residential rates in 1979 to reflect the higher cost of supplying electricity during summer months. The author of a letter retains the same literary rights in it as if it were a short story, poem or novel. It is therefore illegal to publish someone else's letter without his per­ mission, even if it was written to you. the DIFFERENCE? ANDTHE tmiRE CRUSADE TEAPI ROSEMONT HORIZON ARENA OCTOBER 8,9 & 10 For Bus Information msars Calf (81 Si 344-0557