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Newspaper
Columbia Star
Location
Columbia, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1966
Page
5
A look at wedding sayings and weather omens from Southern Illinois suggests how culture blends folklore with practical planning. Alton area beliefs warn of storms for a troubled marriage while rain or snow on specific moments could foretell happiness or hardship.
The East St Louis area including Madison St Clair and Monroe Counties produced minerals valued at over 32 million dollars in 1964. Coal crushed stone clay products crude oil and sand topped the list. The findings appear in Mineral Economics Brief 12 from the Illinois Geological Survey in Urbana.
Sod webworms damage lawns with brown spots as Illinois experts advise early July Carbaryl treatments and lawn care. August 14 marks Veterans Day at the Illinois State Fair with a $15,000 prize and up to 130000 expected attendees. drum corps drill teams color guards and bands from 13 veteran organizations compete. entry deadline August 5 for additional units.
The Illinois Department of Public Health reports 1965 marriages total 100,978, up from 97,171 in 1964. Divorces reached 24,326 in 1965, vs 21,055 in 1964, with annulments at 328 and 235 respectively.
Paul Powell urges safe driving with strict hands on the wheel and no dangling objects. He warns against backseat fights, smoking risks, and distractions. Readers can request a free copy of Rules of the Road by writing to the Secretary of State in Springfield, Illinois 62706.
A large list of crossword clues across and down with numbers for positions and word lengths. The entries cover themes from geography to objects, including names like Emerson, Rogers, and Harp symbol references, plus standard crossword fill terms.
Readers tackle a set of clues from last week including Genuine Caution Attitude and a boxed item. The page hints at connected puzzle entries and a remaining unfinished line inviting solvers to fill the gap.
Ray Anthony and his band perform hit songs from the past two years with Perry Botkin Jr. on arrangements in Hit Songs to Remember. The LP includes The Shadow of Your Smile, What Now My Love,/spanish Eyes, Michelle, Call Me, Yesterday and more with strong A and B list players. Billy Preston, Roy Clark and an all star lineup contribute on blues and pop selections in a companion set.
In a humorous remark from a 19th century office scene, a worker is described as the only go-getter in some offices the fellow they send out for coffee. The line highlights office dynamics and the social satire of the era.
A fifteen year old asks how to end a steady relationship with a sixteen year old who resents limits. The reply says breaking up may hurt him less than continuing the relationship and suggests dialing back the steady status while sharing time separately.
SIU safety specialist A Frank Bridges urges farmers to evaluate ponds used for water, fishing, boating, or swimming. He cites drownings as a leading cause of death for children under 15 and recommends fencing, posted warnings, life saving devices, and supervision. Access should be controlled by the farmer.
The list pairs multiple classic TV figures with actors. It mentions Fabian Danny Thomas John Davidson star roles and a Kraft Summer Music Hall tie, Maxwell Smart portrayed by Don Adams, Dan Blocker as Hoss Cartwright, Ranger Riley from Laredo, and Napoleon Solo with actors David Niven Sean Connery Robert Vaughn.
A Dillon Beach reader recalls childhood string balls from the turn of the century. She describes making balls with string and rubber, costing 5 cents for string and a nickle for the rubber ball, while leagues used machine-made balls priced around 1.25 dollars.
The article explains why wills are affordable and essential, noting probate savings, executor roles, and the need to plan distribution. It cites Illinois law: a married person dies intestate with one third to the spouse and two thirds to children, with stricter rules if no will.
The column explains that after 1966 earnings can boost eventual Social Security benefits, with automatic annual refiguring. It also describes two separate health insurance trust funds, the Hospital Insurance Trust Fund and the Supplementary Insurance Trust Fund, funded by workers and the government, to cover benefits and costs starting July 1.
Raymond W Bailey plans retirement at 65 after four years of searching. He used poster boards to compare California Northwest Florida Southeast Southwest and his hometown across statistics, friends, culture, and activities. Despite tours, he will remain near his children and grandchildren.
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