The Monee Monitor: February 28, 1975
“Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Hospital Plans Abandoned”
“An escalation of estimated costs from $12 million in 1972 to almost $24 million by February 1975 was the main reason given by the Executive Board of Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s for their decision this week to abandon plans to construct branch hospitals in both Park Forest South and Schaumburg.
“It was emphasized that the financial difficulties between NCE and HUD were not a factor in the decision. Although planning for the branch hospitals had begun in 1969, it was not until 1972 that the two communities invited the hospital to build in their areas.
“In Park Forest South, the hospital was to receive a donated site but, in addition, also was to receive federal funds under Hill-Burton and New Towns legislation, which has not been forthcoming. It was expected the area to be served by the hospital would raise one-third of the cost.
“This latter one-third, or $4 million in 1972, has now risen to an estimated eight million As the board said, ‘While the dollar figure has doubled, the resources of the community meeting their one-third obligation apparently have not increased and in some respects are not as strong as they once were due to current economic conditions. The same proportion of one-third equity would apply against any larger sum in the future.’
“In addition to the financial difficulties, the hospital also had run into roadblocks in its effort to secure governmental approval of their plans. After considerable delay, approval had been received from the Will-Grundy-Kankakee County Comprehensive Health Planning Council, but George Belsey, administrator of the Medical Center South, said: ‘We still had no clear reading on when we would get approval and receive a certificate of need from the State of Illinois.’ No projected hospital has yet received one, he emphasized, under this new legislation, enacted during the period the hospital was in planning stages. The opposition of the Comprehensive Health Planning Council of Chicago, to any new hospital construction in the metropolitan area, also was mentioned.
“Belsy remarked, ‘There is no question but that many persons in officialdom planning and insurance feel no new hospitals should be built. In this state and many places, hospitals are becoming a regulated industry whose programs must be approved, and it has been a struggle for all of us to understand this.'”
At the Holiday Theatre: Alan Arkin and James Caan in “Freebie and the Bean.”
The Beecher Herald: February 27, 1975
The crossing guard problem is solved… “Crossing Guards Return to Posts”
“The Public Safety Committee of the village board has secured the services of enough crossing guards to man three posts three times daily. They will be stationed at Penfield and Catalpa, Penfield and Maxwell, and Miller Street at the high school driveway, to handle the school traffic morning, noon, and when school dismisses in the afternoon.
“Village and school officials need the help of parents to make sure students follow the instructions of crossing guards. The program was established to protect the children of Beecher, however, without their cooperation, the program is worthless. Parents are asked to remind their children to cross at the above mentioned protected crossings.
“Parents, who bring their children to school in cars, are asked to use the school driveway. Please do not allow the children to disembark on the south side of Penfield Street unless it is at the guarded intersection.”
“County Seeks Numbering System for Rural Parcels”
“Will County Weekly Press”
“County officials are seeking a prototype for a parcel information system which could be the first of its kind in the state. A major component now being contemplated is a rural street numbering system. County Planner Tom Murphy told the county board’s zoning and subdivision committee last Thursday.
“An information system would allow interrelation of basic information files through a computer. The system would be a boon to officials throughout the county in regard to land use planning, population movements, housing forecasts, employment, assessments, school enrollment changes, and police and fire protection, among countless other uses.
“Much of the data is on hand but needs to be analyzed and organized into an overall computer system, Murphy explained. A comment by William Lipsey brought laughs from committee members when he said, ‘It won’t succeed; it’s too logical.’
“Will County officials are hoping to design a prototype land parcel information system in order to qualify for grant assistance, which may be sought in a few months, according to Murphy.”
“60 Graduate from EMT Training at South Suburban”
“Sixty certified emergency medical technicians graduated last week at South Suburban Hospital in Hazel Crest, after successfully completing the hospital’s fifth EMT course. The graduates, chiefly members of fire and police departments, ambulances, hospital employees, and rescue workers from surrounding communities, received certification presented by the National Registry and also diplomas showing course completion.
“Among those graduating were: Carlton H. Colby Jr., Larry Cox, Daryl J. Guthrie, Ronald R. Grim, and Harry Lee Heusing, all of Beecher.”
The Manteno News: February 27, 1975
Look at all those joyous happenings on Manteno’s front page…And this article helps explain how many people were needed to help with the learning event…
“Mothers Assist in Serving of Indian Dinner”
“Mothers who helped the fourth grade teachers with the Indian dinner last week included: Kay Renchen, Bonnie Hunt, Ruth Ann Curl, Kay Jarvis, Donna Farmer, Helen Tober, Sandy Weir, Kay Long, Dolores Barid, Elmira Wilkey, Barbara Miller, Patsy LaMore, Diane Downs, Judy St. Aubin, Pat Lipe, Pam Wheeler, Joan Reiser, Marcella Wood, Lucille Webb, Grace William, and Priscilla Fowler. (Notice how the paper was finally using the moms’ first names and not Mrs. with the husband’s first name??? But then in the second paragraph, they reverted back to some extent…)
Mothers who prepared dishes but were not present to serve are: Nancy Zander, Juanita Jones, Rosemary Ducharme, Mrs. Pierre White, Mrs. Ralph Paarlberg, Donna Bertrand, Marva Plumley, Joan Darabaris, Bonnie Woods, Janice Smith, Mrs. William Flowers, Mrs. Janet Tetrault, Mrs. Lowell Page, and Mrs. William Crider.” (I guess those names were all over the place! It’s called change!)
Here’s what was on sale at Jerry’s Bi-Rite: Philadelphia cream cheese – 14¢ for a 3 oz. pkg.; Russet potatoes – 99¢/20 lbs.; celery – four for 99¢ Navel oranges – 99¢/8; D’Anjou pears – 99¢/3lbs.; 5 Kraft Mac ‘n Cheese – $1; Velveeta – $1.09/2 lbs.; 2 lbs. Banquet Buffet Suppers – $1.19; and ground beef – 75¢ lb.
And from the younger generation…
“What Should My Community Be Doing to Improve Teenage Driver Safety?”
“By Cheryl Emmons”
“My community should initiate a series of workshops to give teenage drivers experience in unusual and emergency situations. Although all teenage drivers have taken drivers’ education, there is need for both a review of basics and an exchange of ideas and problems after independent driving experience has been gained. Two different workshops should be scheduled – one in summer and one in winter. Both programs could be supplemented by films and other audio-visual aids, however, these should not exclude involvement of participants.
“The winter workshop should begin with a discussion of winter driving, followed by practical experience in winter problems, such as driving on ice, skid control, or getting unstuck from snow.
“The summer session could begin with a presentation on defensive driving after which there would be a discussion and demonstration of car mechanics. Students should participate in actual car mechanics (changing oil, learning the car parts and their functions, making minor motor adjustments, and changing flat tires). Parking techniques could be demonstrated and practiced, as well as driving an obstacle course.”
The Peotone Vedette: February 28, 1975
Update…”Fire Department to Get Ambulance in 30 Days”
“The Peotone Fire Department should have their new ambulance in three-to-four weeks, officials learned yesterday. The department also learned the telemetry radio for communications to Ingalls Memorial Hospital was scheduled for shipment today. These two pieces of equipment are the last link in the $36,000 project to provide emergency ambulance and mobile intensive care unit service for Peotone.
“The members of the department were delighted at the prospects of having the equipment delivered so soon, but were disappointed at the response to their fund drive. A check last week showed almost 40 percent of the individuals have not contributed to the fund, and there has been little response to a story asking for contributions.
“A second letter will be sent to those who have not contributed. The letter will be mailed out next Friday, March 7. The printing and mailing of the second letters will involve considerable cost, and the department is asking for those who have not contributed to do so before March 7. This is a community project, and it takes the cooperation of all the people to make it a success. It is through this cooperation the fire department is able to stay off the tax rolls.”
Several weeks ago, there was a burglary when thieves took off with nearly 100 pounds of meat. This week a break-in at the Sippel home in Peotone, resulted in the taking of a broiler oven (wonder if there was a connection), plus a color TV, component stereo system, several shotguns, a Cameron camera with wide angle telescopic lens, and a jewelry box containing costume jewelry and wedding rings. The total value was estimated at $1,700. Mrs. Sippel had been away from home approximately three hours, when she returned to find the front door open, lights on, and noticed the missing items.
“Bennett Zoning Denied by Board”
“The Will County Board Wednesday denied the petition of Bennett Industries to rezone 148 acres adjacent to their facilities but outside the village limits for industrial purposes. They had sought the rezoning to enable the plant to expand on 15 acres immediately next to their existing building.
“The Village of Peotone had objected to the rezoning on the grounds they would have to serve Bennett’s with sewer and water, and the ordinance prohibits going outside the village with these services. Bennett representatives said they would not consider annexing the entire parcel.”
Have a great week – Life is Good!!!