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Newspaper
Bensenville Register
Location
Bensenville, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1969
Page
6
The record lists Paddock Publications key figures with Stuart R Paddock Jr as President and Robert Y Paddock as Executive Vice President. The motto Our Aim: To Fear God, Tell the Truth, and Make Money reflects the company ethos alongside Francis E Stites, M S Flanders and others.
The piece reflects on humanity’s drive to push beyond Earth with moon landings and space travel while noting social ills at home. It contrasts historic voyages with ongoing injustices, arguing exploration offers temporary escape yet amplifies global concerns in 1969.
Debated authority over community agencies at Elk Grove Village Board meeting. Officials questioned whether the board must concur on appointments and salaries or only approve budgets. The delay leaves Community Services director position unsettled at a $17,000 salary, risking program disruption.
Downstate Democrats blame Chicago machine for passage of the income tax in Springfield as the legislature adjourns awaiting a state supreme court ruling. Gov Ogilvie and GOP chairmen rallied reluctant Republicans while 25 lawmakers opposed the bill amid 177 House members.
Rick Friedman recalls Eddie Rapetti a 25 year old journalist from Yonkers who befriended him at SIU Carbondale and helped launch his career. Eddie later fell seriously ill, died recently, and Friedman reflects on his quiet impact amid a turbulent Illinois political scene discussing income tax fallout and party realignments.
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