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PAGE 16 - PLAINDEALER F I R E O U I b H U M t (Continued from pag* 1) ment of what were reported to be first degree burns about the face and eyes. He was released that day. Peterson said the building was gutted and damage estimated at $50,000. A Sunday afternoon blaze destroyed a recreational building belonging to Richard Boettcher, at 4115 Thompson road, Wonder Lake. Wonder Lake Fire Chief Jack McCafferty said the structure housed a swimming pool and recreation area and was not attached to the Boettcher home. The damage was estimated at $70,000, however, no cause for the blaze was determined. An in­ vestigation into the fire is continuing, McCafferty said. Wonder Lake Fire department Companies I and II responded to the alert, which was sounded at about 3 p.m. Sunday afternoon. Mutual aid at the fire was provided by men and equipment from Woodstock Rural, McHenry and Richmond fire departments. "When we arrived, the fire was already through the roof and we could not contain it until the building was almost destroyed," the chief said. McCafferty said one fireman sustained a back injury and was taken to the hospital for examination and treatment. NEW EDC BROCHURE PROMOTES ASSETS OF McHENRY COUNTY (Continued from page I) by the McHenry County board as a permanent standing committee to foster and encourage economic development within the county. Major emphasis during 1982 dwelt on the retention and expansion of present industries. The county's newest committee, working closely with state and local governing bodies, with chambers of commerce and with private businesses, succeeded in creating 380 new jobs and retaining approximately 1,000 jobs during fiscal 1982. Copies of the brochure are available at cost by calling 338-7100. They are also being circulated through local chambers of commerce and other agencies. For information, contact Joan Abernethy, 658-3053. MUSIN' AND EANDERIN' (Continued from page 1) the economy of the day, the spunky lady believes maybe "I just have a little bit more 'want to' than some of the people". She likes McHenry, which seems like a metropolis to one who now resides "too far from anything" to even think about finding a cfeaifirig job or a market for her craft items. She is anxious to find an empty house in McHenry that will hold seven WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19,1983 people and two small dogs and an owner who will give two or three months' rent in exchange for repairs. Sound crazy? Well, the writer at one point described herself that way, but she doesn't give up hope. She's confident that in three months they could find employment or cleaning jobs plus money from her sewing and crafts to make a living "and pay all of our long overdue bills". What else is there left but hope for a couple supporting a large family in January, 1983, on money earned making bumperstickers to order? As we read her letter, a co-worker shook her head sadly as she looked at the FISH column which told of a depleted pantry that gives emergency help to the needy of McHenry. These are people of courage also. And while their personal stories may never come to our attention, they are the object of admiration by a com­ munity that has attempted to show that admiration by generous gifts of food, clothing, and furniture. It is ironic that while hundreds of families in our midst have had little reason to hope in recent months, an out-of-state resident is confident the McHenry community is her salvation. While her children encourage her to write to the Fantasy TV show, she is content in the belief that "we could at least see the daylight at the top of the hole if we could figure a way to get moved to your area". Dreams are sometimes realized at a time when hope is almost at an end. Possibly this Wisconsin lady, whose address we have;*may be one of the lucky ones. KAF MAKE WATER . LINE JUDGMENT (Continued from page 1) ago?" Smith asked. He said people on the side of the street opposite the main would have to pay more because of the cost of tunneling under the roadway. "Someone cleverly inserted the Thennes bill ($1,227.88)," Smith said. He commented that this would be the "worst situation" because the line had to be extended under Route 31. Stanek said the city could waive fees in an individual case, if it so chose and added the amendments were not changing policy at all. Aldermen Pepping, Nolan, Busse, Datz, Gelwicks and Serritella voted in favor of passing the amendments. Aid. Smith opposed. In other business, the council ap­ proved preliminary steps in the $3 million industrial revenue bond request made by Frank Gradishar. Gradishar plans to develop a medical- professional office building across from the hospital site on Route 31. As with other revenue bond requests, the city bears no liability and is simply lending its name, to obtain tax-free bonds. The touhtf 1 also approved a voting ordinance which requires councilmen to cast "aye" or "nay" votes, unless there is a conflict of interest. If a councilman refuses to identify a conflict of interest, his or her vote would be counted with the majority. SCHOOL MONEY PROBLEMS (Continued from page 1) program of privilege cards for fifth graders who have maintained a 'b' average, through fourth and fifth grades, as "a way for other kids to see the rewards of hard work." Both of these awards are made at a monthly assembly. Accordiifg to Judy Krabbenhoft, teacher at the school, "The assembly is a good time to tell the kids things that need to be worked on. Tellfng it to them in front of all their schoolmates is really effective." Supt. Richard Farmer stated, "In the programs I've seen, teachers have told kids who are shy, or who have problems with discipline and have made it, 'I'm proud of you,' That reallv bolsters kids " Eighth Grade Open House Set East campus is hosting its, annual eighth grade open house Wednesday, Jan. 19, at 7 p.m. in. the East campus teaching theatre. Current eighth grade students and parents are in­ vited to attend this orientation session. The primary purpose of this session is to explain the courses available to students and answer any questions which parents or students might have. East campus administrators and counselors will be present to share information. Registration for all eighth graders will be starting with orientations in their schools Thursday, Jan. 20. Make Battery Arrest A Crystal Lake man was arrested and charged with aggravated battery and attempted escape following a traffic stop at 2:05 a.m. Jan. 17. David M. Wagner, 28, 52 Holly drive, Crystal Lake, faces the two criminal charges as well as a traffic charge, driving under the influence. McHenry Police Officer Paul Seekings was on* routine patrol when he saw a vehicle traveling at high speed and disregarding stop signs on Home avenue, in Lakeland Park. Officer Seekings pursued the vehicle on Elm street until the vehicle pulled over near the intersection of Elm and Meadow. While attempting to apply the handcuffs, Wagner reportedly kicked Officer Seekings and attempted to flee on foot. A court appearance of Jan. 27 was determined and bond remains to be set. : "T" Arrest Three For Robbery Three men were taken into custody Satfirday, Jan. 15, in connection with the Jan. 1 robbery of a Grayslake man in the Holiday Hills area. Jose Martinez, 20, 1120 Country Club, Lake Zurich; Danny Chavez, 17, 6721 Pheasant Trail, Cary; and Javier Gamboa, Jr., 17, 2612 Forestwood, McHenry, were each charged with robbery. Bond was set at $10,000 each. The arrests ended a two-week in­ vestigation by McHenry County Sheriff's police patrol and detective divisions. *"*" County police also arrested two McHenry men after they allegedly syphoned gasoline from a truck at Adams Enterprises 3017 W. Route 120, McHenry. While on patrol at 3:40 a.m. Jan. 13, a deputy noticed a pickup truck with two men leaving Adams Enterprises. Stopping the vehicle, the deputy found two full gas cans and continued the investigation. Paul Olman, 18, 2613 Emerald drive, and Thomas Novak, 19, 1507 Cedar, both McHenry, were charged with theft under $300. Bond was set at $1,000 each. Lee Pankiewicz, 25, 405 N. Country Club, McHenry, was charged with theft under $300 after he was allegedly caught stealing firewood from the property of Hugh Kirk, 119 Emerald drive, McHenry. Bond was set at $1,000. McHenry police are investigating a burglary at the administration offices of McHenry Community School Districts 156 and 15, 3926 W. Main street, McHenry. Stolen from both district offices were five typewriters, a variety of office supplies and equipment, a postage machine and a microwave oven. The property lost was valued at more than $5,000. Police said a side door was found open and the investigation into the incident is continuing. Daniel E. Brunow, 4518 Garden Quarter, McHenry, reported the theft of a strongbox from his home con­ taining an estimated $1,400. Brunow told McHenry police the box was taken while a party was going on at the residence. County police investigated the theit of a snowmobile from a storage shed at the home of Charles Korosic, 5016 Willow, Wonder Lake. The machine was later found abandoned at White, Oaks Bay beach. Lana Burchett, 1808 Grandview, McHenry, reported the theft of a television, a video computer, liquor and jewelry from her home. Elenore Schlottman, 2602 Fair Oak, McHenry, called the county police when she discovered that someone had stolen a 12-piece, long-stemmed glassware set from her home. Sheriff's police investigated burglaries recently at three summer homes on Emerald drive, McHenry, where the extent of damage and stolen property has not yet been determined. An automatic pistol was stolen in a burglary which was investigated at the Back Door tavern, 2919 Route 120, McHenry, where about $30 was taken in addition to the gun, which was obtained by prying open a cabinet, police said. Sheriff's police recently in­ vestigated the theft of a car which was left running while the owner, Lewis Fabian, Burton Road, Wonder Lake, momentarily entered Steve's Marathon gas station, 3417 Thompson road. Two Hurt In Head-On Crash Two people reportedly sustained minor injuries following a head-on collision Saturday night on Ringwood road, just south of McCullom Lake road. At 11:40 p.m. Jan. 15, Illinois State police, county police, McCullom Lake police and McHenry Fire and Rescue units responded to the accident scene. Kenneth R. Szamlewski, 5021 Barnard Mill road, Ringwood, was driving south on Ringwood road when his car and a northbound vehicle collided. The other vehicle was driven by Timothy J. Whitehead, 3019 Ringwood road, McHenry. A passenger in the ^Szamlewski auto, Michael Fullmer, was reportedly uninjured. Illinois State police, Elgin, said no arrests were made because the trooper was unable to determine which car crossed the center line. Kevin R. Gilliland, 2417 Alton road, McHenry, was cited for driving under X the influence and a license violation * The band of the U.S. Marine Corps following a one-car accident on Route is called "The President's Own"* 31 at Route 14. because it plays for state occasions at Gilliland told police he was driving the White House. north on Route 31, struck a guardrail BENSON & HEDGES B E N S O N 6 H E D G E S IOOTS r Only 6 mg yet rich enough to be called deluxe. Regular and Menthol. Open a box today. Warning: The Surgeon General Has Determined That Cigarette Smoking Is Dangerous to Your Health. 6 mg' 'tar,' ' 0.6 nig nicotine av. per cigarette, by FTC method. To be eligible for a GI loan, wartime veterans must have served at least 90 days unless discharged earlier for service-connec ted disability, while peacetime veterans need at least 181 days of continuous active-duty status. Six-month enlistees with active duty for training only are not eligible. In all cases, the discharge must have been under conditions other than dishonorable. and continued north until he was stopped by police. The accident occurred at 10:30 p.m. Jan. 16. Richard S. Poyner, 23i7 Lincoln road, McHenry, was driving south on Chapel Hill road when the car struck a patch of ice on the roadway. The Poyner auto traveled off the pavement and into a ditch. Damage was estimated at greater than $250. Carolyn J. Koster, 511 Livingston, McHenry, was taken to McHenry hospital by the McHenry Area Rescue squad following a two-car collision at River road and Route 120. The driver of the other car, Nicholas J. Conrad, 6717 S. Route 31, Crystal Lake, told county police he saw the Koster auto stop for the yellow light at the intersection and applied the brakes. He was unable to stop in time and stru^Mhe Koster auto in the rear. Conrtfa was cited for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Charles E. Thornton, 1415 River Terrace, McHenry, was driving nprth on Chapel Hill road when the car traveled onto the shoulder and he lost control. The car struck assign oelonging to Chapel Hill Coulitry club. Gary J. HackneyK 4354 Floresta, Crystal Lake, told McHenry police he was driving north on Ringwood road, when a southbound red pickup truck crossed the center line and forced him off the road. Hackney said he applied the brakes and swerved into a ditch on the east side of the road. Damage was estimated at more than $500. George Layoff, 18, of 3909 Green­ wood road, Wonder Lake, escaped injury Wednesday when his snowmobile .went through the ice on Wonder Lake, near West Shore drive. Sheriff's police report Layoff left the machine awM walked to shore when the snowmobile hit thin ice and started to go through it; DWI Charge Fi led Sheriff's police arrested a Round Lake man after reportedly observing his vehicle being driven in an erratic manner early Saturday on Illinois 120 at River road, McHenry. Efrain Garcia, 28, of 333 E. Clarendon, was charged with driving while intoxicated, improper lane usage and improper backing. Police report that after the Garcia vehicle was stopped the driver suddenly backed his vehicle into the squad car, , causing little damage. Bond is set at $3,100 for a Jan. 25 court hearing. West Campus Roof Problems The District 156 school board will soon be paying $76,249 of an $88,721 roof repair bill even though the roof still leaks. Recently completed major repairs on one third of the West campus high school roof were sorely needed and eliminated some leaks, according to Architect Len Peterson. Leaks discovered during subsequent rain­ falls may be due to cracks in the concrete and masonry walls sup­ porting the gymnasium roof, he said. "We're as frustrated as you are at the thought of spending this kind of m o n e y o n a r o o f a n d s t i l l h a v i n g i t . leak, said Peterson. He and representatives from the G. E. Riddiford Roofing company and the, roofing materials manufacturer at­ tended the Dec. 21 board meeting to explain the West campus repair work and address current leakage problems. Six-leaks have appeared in the roof, three old ones identified prior to the repair and three new ones. Architect Peterson recommended the repair work be tested by flooding specific low areas of the roof with six inches of water. This would determine if the leaks are related to the repair work. If they are not, the contractor should be paid in full. Inspection has already indicated the work was done ac­ cording to specifications and in a workmanlike manner, he said. Further repairs to fill cracks in the wall would be the next step toward' resolving the leakage problem, he added. The architect estimated it would cost $2,700 to recaulk cracks in the wall. He also emphasized that the cracks are not structurally dangerous • but may allow water to be sucked into the building through changes in at­ mospheric pressure during wind and rainstorms. President Edward Neumann commented, "I find it difficult to envision water penetrating a 14-inch^ thick wall." The possibility of thermography being used to locate leakage sources was discussed, but Peterson did not feel $1,000 to $2,000 should be spent until" other alternatives had been tried. Building committee members' Michael Low and Robert Anderson recommended the board "go forward'1 with Peterson's suggestions. The board agreed. 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