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• • McHenry . ' • ; Since 1875 er 1 Section 24 Pages 25' MMwrmtraiM MKIMKIIWW Friday July 20, 1984 Number 100 Volume 106 t msr HMMMHMH State contends its appeal of Ames Trust not 'political' Pageant preliminaries Miss McHenry Heide Bender, left, and Miss Rich­ mond Jenny Hoening converse with ether Miss McHenry County contestants during the preliminary pageant, held Tuesday at Chapel Hill Donna Bertulit Country-Club. The 14 contestants appeared in bathing suits and evening gowns, and also were interviewed by the pageant judges. By Kirk Birginal Plaindealer news service Hie Illinois attorney general's office Wednesday denied charges its appeal of the Ames Trust case is political, saying the action was taken after reviewing lower court evidence. "One or more of the hospitals-based on the evidence presented-appeared to meet the criterion under the terms of the will," said Christine Rosso, chief of the charitable trust and solicitations division. "We think the court erred as a matter of law. Our appeal is not based on political considerations but on legal analysis," she said. Meanwhile, a spokesman for Northern Illinos Medical Center, Roger O'Connor, said the health care organization had no comment on the allegations due to the pending lawsuit in the Second District Appellate Court. Crystal Lake Mayor Carl Wehde accused the attorney general this week of acting on behalf of "a special interest, namely McHenry Hospital" (NIMC) during the week-long trial in May to determine if three area hospitals had a right to the nearly $1 million trust. McHenry County Circuit Court Judge Leonard Brody ruled that NIMC, Memorial Hospital in Woodstock and Sherman Hospital-which owns the Crystal Lake Ambutal-did not meet the terms of the will of Thomas W. Ames, the Crystal Lake area farmer who died in IMS. The will states the trust was to help establish a hospital "in or near Crystal Lake," Absent that, it instructed trustees to award the money to "whatever other public or worthwhile charitable cause or project" they felt benefited city residents. Wehde alleged that the state's decision to appeal the case stemmed from NIMC's political influence with the attorney general's office. The mayor has "encouraged" filing suit against the attorney general, charging the office with failing to perform its designated function as a neutral party in the case. "I'm sure the mayor is not happy with the decision, but I can asure you that this was not political," Rosso said. She said the attorney general argued in circuit court that Sherman Hospital's Ambutal facility in Crystal Lake and NIMC's newly-built hospital four miles north of Crystal Lake at Illinois 31 and Bull Valley Road both had a legitimate claim to the money. "The basic criterion of the will were met by at least two, if not all three hospitals in the case," she said. "Only if the initial specific bequest cannot be met do you look to the broader charitable intent of the deceased." Trustees of Home State Bank of Crystal Lake have awarded the trust to the Crystal Lake Library under the second provision of the will. A court order prevents distribution of the money until the appeal is resolved. Business cited for overcharging sales ta Plaindealer News Service A McHenry area business was one of 10 retailers named in a suit alleging sales tax over­ charges , and far continuing to charge sales tax abolished Jan. m iJ*L 810 W. Rand Road, McHenry,; was allegedly charging 6.25 percent sales tax on (bug items instead of the correct rate of 1.25 percent. The suit was filed by Attorney General Neil Hartigan recently in the circuit court. The suits followed four initial sales tax overcharge suits fUed in March, 1884. Hartigan said local and prescription drugs remain fa effect. They include one percent local (county or municipality) and .25 percent (collar counties) for the RTA. Hartigan said that if the overcharges had 1 to continue, the estinikt^d cost to consumers in the five-county area could have run into the millions of dollars. "Hie Legislature removed the state's tax on food and drugs luae of^Lhe harctehip^it inv Hartigan said. "It isn't for some retailers to con­ tinue to impose this tax in violation of the law." The Attorney General's office Continued on peg* 3 No early agreement is expected in Dist. 156 contract negotiations By Marion Olsen Plaindealer news service Hie high school District 156 school board and teachers continue to negotiate for a new ract in meetings which Man charged for battery of car dealer Plaindealer Newt Service A McHenry man faces aggravated battery and criminal damage to property charges following an incident at Harborside CadUlac-Pootiac. The victim involved in the incident was attempting to cross Front Street, from one building of the dealership to another, when a car driven by James L. Donovan, 28, 1904 River Terrace, McHenry, came around the corner. The victim ran to the raised median and apologized to Donovan, who got out of his car and began yelling. • Apparently the apology wasn't enough. Police said Donovan then went into the Harborside building, where the victim worked, and hit him several times with an asktray, an office chair and attempted to overturn a desk. Donovan also reportedly used loud and profane language and broke several items. He was arrested later July 16 in Arlington Heights and turned over to McHenry Police. Three McHenry area residents: Michael W. Zeller, 702 S. Route 31; Dale A. Mueller, 1508 N. River Road; and Thomas G. Thompson, 4108 fJIHari St., were arrested and charged by McHenry Police with two counts each of con­ tributing to the delinquency of a child. The three reportedly provided alcohol to three juvenile females in a city parte. Steven L. Mumma, 723 W. Southside, McHenry, was charged with retail theft under $300 after he allegedly att- tempted to take some items from the Eagle Food Store, 4400 W. Elm St., McHenry, without paying for them. McHenry Police also arrested William A. Knor, 23, 5112 Thornwood, McHenry, and charged h}m with reckless driving after he nearly hit three people on Riverside Drive on July 17. The present contract will expire Aug. 15, 1984, according to board negotiations chairman Barbara Slater. Eight meetings have been held thus far, she said. She noted that contract negotiations are complicated by passage of House Bill 1530, dealing with collective bargaining for school employees and requiring rewording of previous contract language to comply with the new law. . Other members of the board negotiations committee include: Edward "Ned" Neumann, Steve Cuda and Norbert Wolter. Gary Trembly chairs the teachers' teapi with Gloria Burke, William Winkel and Marty Sobszak completing the group. No forecast of an early agreement was made. In related business at the June 17 board meeting, the members voted approval of a 6.9 percent total package wage increase for non-transportation classified *84 McHenry Fiesta Days will kick off Friday The planning is complete, the publicity nearly over and the 1984 McHenry Fiesta Days is now here to enjoy to its fullest. Once known as the McHenry Marine Festival, the McHenry summer festival, sponsored by the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce, has grown to a 10- day celebration of summer, friends and community. : Following is a synopsis of events, which will take place at various locations in McHenry prior to our next publication. Some are old favorites, others are new additions; but all are designed to residents of vide fun for ages FRIDAY, JULY 29 Chicago Cubs- The McHenry Department of Parks and Recreation is sponsoring a bus trip to the Chicago Cubs, San Francisco Giants game. Open to all residents, but ladies will be admitted to the game at a lower fee because it is Ladies Day. Bus leaves City Hall at noon and will return by 8 p.m. Fee is $9 per person, $7 for ladies. Adult Tennis Tournament- Finals of the Adult Tennis NtNMNMaMMMMrttaMHMaqMMHMfcaaMi i A look inside. . . River Run Page 24 Regular features. Musin'& Meanderin' Page 2 Obituary Page 5 V Twice Told Tales Page 11 New Circulation Number 385-0178 Tournament will be held July 20, 21 and 22 at the Knox Park tennis courts. Registration is already complete. Family Fest- This new event is organized by local organizations for family fun. Scheduled for 4 to 9 p.m. at Pearl Street Park, activities will include family contests, a Pinewood Derby and refresh­ ments. Voting in the Cutest Baby contest will also take place. Fee is $1 and there is no advance registration. Family Feud- This favorite game will begin at 7 p.m., July 20 at Pearl Street Park, and continue at various times and locations throughout Fiesta Days. Participating families have already been chosen. Finals and awards will be July 29 at Pearl Street Park, after the parade. SATURDAY, JULY 21 Family Fest- The event continues at Petersen Park, with pony rides (9 a.m. to 11 a.m.) the Pinewood Derby, voting for the Cutest Baby and booths and games sponsored by CCA: A Better Way. (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) Also included will be the Junior Olympics (9 a.m. to 11 a.m.) Registration can take staff for 1984-85. Transportation staff increases await elemen­ tary school District 15 con­ firmation because of dual employment. Administrative Staff will receive an average 7.9 percent salary increase lor 1N4- 81. The percentage was affected by several salary adjustments for individuals whose remuneration was out of line with comparative studies of similar positions, according to Supt. Robert O. Swartzloff. The board also dealt with summer building renovations and releasing and replacing staff members. Contracts were approved for purchase of: -Resilient tile flooring for Blast and West Campus from Lowery McDonnell Co. for $16,230. -A telescopic work platform from Up-Right Scaffolds, Inc. at $6,540. -A vertical milling machine to be used in the vocational program from Alenco Tool at $4,435. The new transportation director, William H. Webster, was introduced to the board. He replaces Fred Goering who resigned at the end of the school year. His employment was approved subject to District 15 board confirmation since the position serves both school include: Judy Lyn Gavin, East Campus behavioral disorders instructor; Sara Parks Ceci, West Campus English in­ structor; and Dianne Flint, West Campus English instructor. Classified newcomers include Anna Bowerman, West CampuA principal's secretary. District policy was changed to meet requirements of the Illinois Freedom of Information Act allowing access to public records. A West Campus LMP Department and Achieve program trip to Sauk City, Wis. Aug. 7 to 9 was approved. And separate graduation ceremonies for East and West Campus, approved on a one-year trial basis last year, as adopted on a permanent basis. Purchases of textbooks, based on newly-adopted curriculum goals, were ata> okayed. A re-definition of the role of guidance counselor in a new job description was presented and endorsed by the board. place prior to the games. Canoe races will begin at noon. For a $2 fee, persons may register one hour prior to the races. Bed Races- This favorite event will begin at 4 p.m. at Petersen Park with judging for the Best Dressed Bed. Racing will begin at 5:30 p.m. Trophies will be awarded. All proceeds go to Muscular Dystrophy. Johnny V's Calvalcade of Stars- This 50's and 60's musical review will begin after the bed races at Petersen Park, and continue to 10:80 p.m. SUNDAY, JULY 22 Rod Show- This new event, which will feature custom cars, street rods and street machines, will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Petersen Park. Participants may register at 8 a.m. The cars will be judged and tropies will be awarded. Food Fiesta- The food feast will begin at noon and continue to 8 p.m at Petersen Park. Restaurants participating are: Baskin-Robbins, Chapel Hill Country Club, China Light, Cullom-Knoll Tavern, Don's Dairy Frost, Doug's Dogs, Elm Street Inn, Kristof's Cirkus, Moore Pizza, Mr. Funnel Cake, Continued on pag* 3 Plaindealer photo by Donna Bertulit The stage is set- literally, for the 1984 McHenry Fiesta Days. Workers were busy Wednesday assembling this huge stage at Petersen Park, which will be the focal point of many of the Fiesta Days activities. S