Cave-in-Rock legends of Sturdevant Fink Jackson and Harpes
The Cave-in-Rock region hosts figures from legend such as Sturdevant the counterfeit dealer and engraver, Mike Fink the keelboat rover, Shadrack Jackson the printer, and the Harpe brothers whose crimes contribute to a history of crime and folly. The piece notes Sturdevant's suspected but unproven role, Fink’s rough exploits, Jackson’s literary ties, and the infamous Harpes with a promise to continue with their crime wave in Cave-in-Rock.
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Duff
Sturdevant
Cavein-Rock
Rossclare
Cave-in-Rock
Mike Fink
Mike
Fink
Missouri River
Shadrack Jackson
Jackson
Logan Belt
Illinois
Alice Hogan Rice
Mister Opp
Kerr
Micajah
Big Harpe
Wiley
Little Harpe
North Carolina
Retired Couple as Economic Asset in Suburban Neighb
A retired couple moving into a neighborhood is described as a powerful economic asset. George W. Sawyer argues their time and motivation spur neighbors to beautify properties, raising lawn quality and home values across the block. The overall effect is a safer, calmer, more attractive community with higher resale prices.
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George W. Sawyer
Sawyer
Retired Homeowners Benefit From Stable Neighborhoods
A study by Mr. Sawyer argues that seniors pay taxes largely for schools while not benefiting directly, as they have no children to educate. Stability of retirees supports property values and community standards, unlike frequent movers. The piece promotes a 36 page New Golden Years booklet available for 50 cents.
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Mr. Sawyer
Dept. Csps
Grand Central Station
New York
N.Y
Illinois tops in Interstate miles under 1965 program
Illinois reports 802 miles of Interstate Highways in use as of the first quarter 1965, placing the state third in total allotted mileage behind Texas and California. The report also notes weather projections for Illinois and a $2 million federal aid plan for tornado and flood damage.
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Ilinois
Francis S. Lorenz
U. S. Bureau of Public Works
Illinois
Texas
California
John Co. Frye
State Geological Survey
Board of Natural Resources and Conservation
Geological Survey
Frye
Warm April in Southern Illinois Tops 1955 Records
Southern Illinois reports the warmest April since 1955 with mean temperatures around 60 degrees, about three degrees above normal. Rainfall was generally below average year to date, with 18 stations noting April totals and data showing the heaviest showers on April 4 and 6, especially Sparta and McLeansboro.
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Southern Illinois
Southern Illinois University Climatology Laboratory
Floyd F. Cunningham
Illinois
Ohio River
McLeansboro
Sparta
Grand Tower
Anna
Brookport
Carbondale
Chester
Cobden
Creal Springs
DuQuoin
Elizabethtown
Glendale
Golconda
Harsburg
Makanda
Mt. Vernon
Shawneetown
Second Choice dating advice for a tenth grader
A teen asks about a class party date when the boy also hopes to take another girl. The reply advises politely declining and explaining that she is not second choice, notes manners matter, and urges clear boundaries. It suggests not accepting a date to avoid reinforcing the notion of being second choice.
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Aeice
Sidelights from Springfield by Paul Simon
Sidelights from Springfield offers quick sketches and observations by Paul Simon about political life and social trends in the state capital, highlighting personalities, debates, and civic events shaping local governance.
Visiting Sessions in Springfield
Public access to the legislature is allowed during sessions though passes are not required. Sessions start around noon on Mondays and near 10 a.m. on other days, with lunches often observed. Committee meetings are highly recommended for visitors seeking the core work.
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Springfield
House
Senate
Capitol
Bottoms up wall washing and safety tips
Prevent streaks by starting at the top and washing only reachable areas. Overlap sections, rinse each area immediately, and avoid dripping onto clean surfaces.
Sun tan myths art, arthritis links, and a meteorite find
The article cites AMA on sun exposure aging skin and skin changes. University of Rochester study links stress to rheumatoid arthritis, challenging heredity. University of Chicago notes the Renazzo meteorite as a prime window into earth’s primordial material. It also mentions a stainless steel piping system with epoxy bonds, a Georgia Tech coating for shatter-proof bulbs, and a phonograph record that can play TV pictures. It ends by promoting Lincoln sites in Springfield and the state Capitol as moving places to visit before July.
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American Medical Association
University of Rochester
Renazzo
Italy
University of Chicago
Louisville
Georgia Tech
Springfield
Legislature
Lincoln
New Salem
Sangamon County
State Museum
State Historical Library
Crossword Puzzle Acros s
Capital Tibet toothed Anxious Stream Guides Narrow roadway Relative Ring shaped coral islands Afresh Part of to be Citrus fruit Castro's domain Skillfully Evenings poet Frolics Sun god Singing group Brother Middle Palestine plain Bib Branch railroad line Required Ghostlike Lift Clever Facing direction of glacier cones Minus Egyp immortal heart Matures Observe Make plans for Hesitation sound Little stream Egg shop Showing judgment Before Helmsman Cry of pain Insects Speaks German river Redone Hewing tool Mon grels Employ Devices for opening Shamash
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Castro’s Domain
Brother
Middle
Palestine Plain
Helmsman
Hatred Headland Poems and Caspian Sign of a Consume
A cryptic clue set lists Hatred and Headland with references to poems and Caspian, plus a sign of a consume. The snippets hint at wordplay themed near Lat and Jeaky tap with scattered numeric markers.
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Headland
Caspian
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Southern
America
Kanne
Weather Outlook
U.S. Weather Bureau
Otto Kerner
Mississippi River
Illinois Pavilion
James A. Cassin
Illinois Commission
Public Health Department
Albert Meyer
Paul Simon
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Tokyo
Across
Tibet
Shamash
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