Federal Aid for Schools Seen as National Control Risk
Proponents push federal education funding while opponents argue it grants Washington bureaucratic control and erodes local initiative. A policy briefing shows pupil growth outpaced staff and classroom gains, suggesting eight years of progress despite calls for more federal influence.
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Senate
House of Representatives
Congress
Washington
Herman Lindholm
Naperville
President
Farm Bureau
U. S
Styles Bridges
Vegetable grower meeting and 4-H event announced
Approximately 50 vegetable growers attended the first twilight meeting in May with University of Illinois experts on pest control crop varieties weeds and diseases. Four new chemicals were tested at the weed control plot where onions were badly damaged by some products. The article notes lessons about chemical use on onions and invites readers to watch the plot through the growing season and attend the June 15 4 H Keeping Fit Field Day at Rich Township High School.
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William F. Whiteside
Cook County Assoc
Tinley Park-Kellogg
University of Illinois College of Agriculture
Rich Biesboer
Rich Township High School
Peter Marshall
Mokena
Jim Surovick
Robert King
King
Surovich
Witness of Faith Turns Life Toward Bible Truth
A nurse recalls two years of hardship and temptation until reading Revelation in the Bible brought fear, surrender to Christ, and lasting happiness. The writer urges daily Bible reading as life guidance and promises changes through faith in Jesus.
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Jesus
Second That Second That COPTER CARTOON
Owen Day humorist muses on modern merchants facing a broad, shifting product line from groceries to tools. He contrasts old general stores with today’s department and one shot shops, notes merchandising pressures, and observes how chains and discount outfits reshape shopping habits and costs.
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Twin Lakes
Wis
Letter about near accident at Francis Road crossing
A reader reports a near collision at the Francis Road crossing in New Lenox township on May 28 at 12 45 pm. Patrick Horan was killed earlier on May 16 1961. The writer complains no warning whistle was heard and urges installation of flashing signals at the crossing.
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Francis Road
New Lenox Township
Patrick Horan
Thomas Scouler
Paul Francis
New Lenox Press
Smart home purchase: key contract buying tips
A home purchase carries major risk and the article outlines crucial contract protections. It advises requiring a full legal property description, clear payment terms, loan contingencies, a warranty deed, possession dates, and a list of personal property included. It also urges attorney review of abstracts and title status before closing.
Hints For Homeorient Moss in Lawns Causes and Cures
Moss indicates turf problems due to soil or environment. Causes include depleted or acidic soil, poor drainage, heavy shade, and related conditions. Remedies cover fertilization, drainage improvement, selective grasses for shade, soil testing with lime if needed, and iron sulfate to kill dense moss while grasses establish.
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James Fizzell
Ass't
Farm Bureau
Tinley Park
Desalting Efforts Highlight Industrial and Government Roles
The piece notes a Chicago Bridge & Iron Co project producing one million gallons of fresh water daily at under $1 per thousand, using a Freeport Texas plant for the Interior Department. It cites aims of major firms like American Machine & Foundry Co and Dow Chemical, with cost and timeline details, plus broader trends in government spending, utilities growth, and rapid gains across electronics, aviation, and other sectors.
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Maurice P
Angland
U.S.A
Chicago Bridge & Iron Co
Freeport
Texas
Interior Department
Dow Chemical Co
Chicago Bridge & Iron Announcement
American Machine & Foundry Co
Department of Commerce
U. S. News & World Report
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