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VOLUME 10 • ISSUE 9
7124 WINDSOR LAKE PARKWAY, SUITE 5 • LOVES PARK, IL 61111
THURSDAY, FEB. 20, 2020
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Barb Peterson is shown appraising a doll. She is one of a number of appraisers who will be at The McHenry County Historical Society & Museum Saturday, Feb. 29.
History museum Jay Garrels inducted to host appraisal into racing hall of fame day Feb. 29 COURTESY PHOTO McHenry County News
Between eighth grade and his freshmen year at Harvard High School, Jay Garrels went to work for horsemen Randy Jacobs, baling hay and helping with other farm work. The following year, Jay’s career in harness racing officially began; he started working with the horses at Jacobs’ farm south of Harvard. Jay’s first drive at a Wisconsin county fair was on Sunday, Sept. 7, 1986. Jay drove Rick’s Duane for his lifelong friend, Chad Wells, also of Harvard. Jay finished 6-6 in a field of 10 at the Richland County fairgrounds. The following summer Jay became a regular on the Wisconsin fair circuit, picking up catch drives for the Weaver Stables, among others. Jay drove Untidy Tide for the Weavers at several county fairs during the
summer of 1987. Throughout the next several years, Jay picked up many catch drives. He was known as a driver who could handle pullers and other tough horses, such as Jim Manning’s Keith K and Buck Weaver’s Doctor Dunbar. As a driver and trainer, Jay has accumulated some impressive statistics. Jay has earned over $650,000 as a trainer, with top three finishers in 44 percent of his 1,274 starts. Most recently, Jay co-owned and trained Perch, who has a record of 1:51.1 and earnings over $100,000. Perch won the 2019 Illinois State Fair Championship for three-year old fillies, while taking her current lifetime mark. Perch also raced twice on the Night of Champions in Illinois, finishing third as a two-year old and fourth as a three-year old.
Jay’s accomplishments as a driver, especially on the county fair circuit, are just as impressive as his accomplishments as a trainer. In 3,800 starts, Jay has finished in the top three is 49% of his drives, with 691 wins, 657 seconds, and 518 thirds. He’s earned almost $1.3 million as a driver. Jay’s success as a catch driver led to seven Wisconsin Driver of the Year titles, which places him second on the all-time list of top drivers in Wisconsin. In addition, Jay has been in the Top Ten Driving Club 17 years, which is third on the all-time list behind two fellow Wisconsin Hall of Fame members. He co-holds the record for the most wins in a single day at six. He achieved this distinction three times, in 1994, 2002, and 2011.
Warrant operation yields 15 arrests On Feb. 5 and 6, the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office conducted an arrest warrant service operation which resulted in the arrests of 15 individuals on felony warrants. The warrant service operation was headed by the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Apprehension Unit, and was assisted by members of the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Task Force, the United States Marshals Service Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, the Kane County Sheriff’s Office, and the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office. During the execution of these arrest warrants one illegal firearm, multiple rounds of ammunition, and drugs were seized resulting in additional criminal charges. Arrested: • Kyle A. Campbell-Attempted Murder • Russell S. Levand-Drug Induced Homicide • John F. Gonzalez-Aggravated Domestic Battery • Jonathan A. Wilson-Aggravated Domestic Battery and Burglary • Tony L. Brandt-Residential Burglary
• Eric L. Landwer-Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver • Kyle N. Martin-Petition to Revoke on Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance • Krista L. Obenchain- Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance • Nicholas J. Larsen-Illinois Department of Corrections Parole Violation • Carl W. Purcell-Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance • Adam Hoth-Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance • Michael L. Simmons-Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance • Gianni Pellegrinon-Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance • Deb L. Aguillar-Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance • Christian Mora Diaz-Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance The charges against these individuals are merely allegations against them. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
Ever wonder how much grandma’s old broach is worth? What about that heirloom oil painting or vase? The McHenry County Historical Society & Museum will host its eighth annual Antique Appraisal Day from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29, at the museum, 6422 Main St., Union. Reserve a 10-minute slot for your treasure by calling the museum at 815923-2267. Appraisal categories include: China, ceramics, glass, art, toys, sports cards/memorabilia, jewelry, dolls, books and general antiques that include textiles, photos and documents. Items must be portable enough for attendees to carry unassisted. Advance registration is advised. It runs through Friday, Feb. 21. The cost is $8 for each object with a maximum of three appraisals per person. Individual museum admission is included with a paid registration. Registration payment can be made with a credit card or check. Check payments must be received within one week of making your reservation, otherwise your time will become available for other appraisals. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your reserved time to check in and be seated in the appraiser’s area. Walk-in appraisals on Feb. 29 will cost $10 per object and will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis – pending time and scheduling constraints. Spectators are encouraged to watch the action. Regular museum admission will apply: $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students, $12 for families. There is free admission to the museum, as always, for society members. Thanks to the generosity of the appraisers, all proceeds benefit the nonprofit historical society. This year’s outstanding lineup of appraisers are as follows: • Michael Osacky, Chicago –Sports. • David Krieg, Harvard–Toys, advertising. • Bret Dougherty, Woodstock–jewelry. • Yvonne Wheeler, Richmond–American art pottery. • Debbie McArdle, Crystal Lake–Art, photography, textiles, holiday items, documents, country store advertising, pre-1920 American flags. • Jim McArdle, Crystal Lake–Pre-1900 American flags and coins. • Kurt Gippert, Chicago–Books, maps, autographs. • Ben Petersen, Nancy Ann’s Antiques, Richmond–General appraiser specializing in lamps, watches and furniture. • Lynne Eltrevoog, Union–China and ceramics. • Scott Teasdale, Crystal Lake–Art and oriental rugs. Scott has owned and operated • Barb Peterson, McHenry– Dolls and Quilts. For additional information, visit the McHenry County Historical Society website at www.gothistory.org.