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Stratton calls traffic safety top state issue at Springfield conference
Illinois officials gathered in Springfield for a three day Traffic Court Conference where Governor Stratton urged a safety program starting with the new driver license law and speeding limit legislation. He announced the 1955 State Fair carnival will be run by Amusement Corporation of America and notes fair proceeds allocations to crippled children services. State Pair Day is set for August 13. Lou Breese and Musical Images to headline the grandstand show August 12. Seven racing auto drivers qualified for the 500 mile event.
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