Highway Deaths Study Fails To Prove 65 MPH Impact
Washington observers critique a 202 page report on highway deaths, noting it yields little on the consequences of a 65 mph rural speed limit. Since 1987 Congress allowed states to raise limits, 38 states did so, and fatalities rose by 1,839 on rural interstates, leaving causal links uncertain.
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Data on 65 mph interstate limit disputed by Kilpatrick
Kilpatrick argues 1987 fatality figures on rural interstates are misleading and inconclusive. He notes 38 states had mixed results with eight states accounting for most increases, and cites weather, drunk driving, fatigue, and traffic volume as unquantified factors. He urges detailed, longer term analysis before reversing the 65 mph limit.
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Voice of the People Loses Benching Rift at Dixon High
Don Newman of Dixon writes to the editor about his son Dan Demmer, the Dixon High School boys basketball coach, and a benching dispute. He disputes perceived unfair playing time, cites private conversations, and requests transparency while defending parental concern and athlete support.
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Salinas risks PRI break as La Quina is seized in Mexico
President Carlos Salinas de Gortari strikes at the oil workers union leader Joaquin Hernandez Galicia known as La Quina seizing him in Ciudad Madero after a shoot-out. Federal agents seize 200 Uzis and 30 000 rounds. La Quina and 50 cronies face weapons charges and murder counts. The crackdown threatens union power and Mexico’s economy while signaling a volatile start to Salinas six year rule.
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Telegraph letters policy for Dixon Telegraph readers
The Dixon Telegraph sets submission rules for letters to the editor. Signed letters with full address and phone number are required. unsigned letters will not be published. Limit is 400 words, with longer letters subject to editing. writers may submit up to 12 letters per year to Voice of the People at Dixon Telegraph, 113 S Peoria Ave, Dixon IL 61021.
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Adventure at the local newsstand and its odd finds
A reader recounts browsing a Stop-N-Go magazine rack amid bright covers and questionable titles. He notes bodybuilder images, Soldier of Fortune, and mercenary appeal. he avoids explicit content, glances at gear and warfare ads, then leaves with milk and a tale of personal adventure.
Dixon Through the Ages: Resumed Body Recovery Efforts
A 1979 report details resumed attempts to recover a body believed trapped in the Rock River reservoir near a Commonwealth Edison hydro plant after prior unsuccessful dive efforts. Divers led by Harry Alferts searched icy waters for two hours without success.
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