Stratton Proposes Record Shattering Highway Program
Governor Stratton unveils a complete 1954 highway plan with a record 84.46 million dollar budget. The package allocates 77.34 million for district projects and 7.12 million for emergencies and related work, targeting about 472 miles of construction and 71 new bridges. Nevertheless execution may face delays due to right of way, surveys, materials, and other factors. The plan also includes a major investment of 13 million in Cook County for the expressway system.
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Illinois Crop Report Highlights Corn as King in State
Federal departments note corn yield valued at 721 million dollars and easily the top Illinois crop. Soybeans wheat hay and oats follow in value as main field crops. Weather largely favorable until after small grains harvest. rust and heat cut oats. Drought then hit southern and central areas, pastures damaged except in northern counties.
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First contract awarded for Springfield state office building site
The Stedman Wrecking Company of Springfield will remove buildings on the two block area west of the Statehouse for 12,750 dollars. The demolition must be finished within 90 days, per the state division of architecture and engineering.
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