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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1970
Page
2
A proposal argues that repaying only interest for the first ten years on highway bonds delays principal and increases later rents. The plan claims it could improve highways without burdening future generations, contrasting with a $2 billion Highway Trust Authority.
The 76th General Assembly bill signed by Gov. Ogilvie requires counties under 3 million residents with township government to reorganize county boards into 5 to 29 districts by July 1, 1971, or appoint a county apportionment commission. If both fail, at large elections will occur with chairman terms set and compensation rules. The article also notes related changes and discusses Soviet science funding and education, including Varian NMR equipment restrictions and SIU perspectives.
The Illinois Farm Bureau and Illinois Agricultural Association urge the Illinois Supreme Court to deem the Highway Trust Authority Act invalid as unconstitutional. They argue the act permits up to 2 billion dollars in bonds, with state renters covering revenues, forcing taxpayers to exceed the constitutionally allowed debt limit without a referendum.
Electricians install conduit for 70 miles of wiring as SIU adds an 94000 square foot wing and upgrades the University Center. The $8.5 million project funds from center income bonds and aims for early 1971 completion. The expansion doubles space and adds new entrances and escalators.
The project details a 24 hour self service postal station a 225 seat underground lounge with food service from 18 vending machines a 450 seat dining area and cafeteria unit alongside the Roman Room. Top floor includes two lounges a 300 seat auditorium and a ballroom. Numerous meeting dining rooms administrative offices student government and activity spaces study lounges music and library rooms and creative activities areas. Construction will add acoustical tile vinyl wall covering extensive ductwork bricks blocks tiles and utilities including sewer and water pipes plus soap dispensers handrails clocks exhaust fans and fire alarms.
A stark note warns that words spoken in anger or by mistake can be twisted and used against individuals amid today’s divisive and demanding conditions. The piece cautions readers to weigh language before speaking or publishing.
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