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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1984
Page
1
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Beirut reports the death of Pierre Gemayel founder of Lebanon's rightist Phalange party at age 78. Security officials cite a heart attack as the cause. He is the father of President Amin Gemayel.
Project officials at Cape Canaveral announced the shuttle Discovery was cleared for launch today and the commander supported the decision that had delayed liftoff earlier this week.
The state lottery reported a growing jackpot of 32 million dollars for Saturday's Illinois drawing as players pour funds into the state coffers. A lottery spokeswoman confirmed the figure yesterday and anticipated further increases. In Urbana, John Anderson, ex Republican congressman, endorsed Walter Mondale at the University of Illinois while Mondale named Anderson chair of Independents for Mondale Ferraro.
Local entrepreneur introduces a new photo program to aid authorities in locating missing children. The initiative pairs rapid image processing with public alerts to increase chances of identification and safe recovery. Community officials praise the tech for its potential to mobilize search efforts.
Richton Park plans a 1.1091 percent or lower levy totaling 612083 dollars for 1984, down nearly two percent from last year. Village President Morell Reeves credits prudent spending and a surplus carryover for the restraint while income rises unexpectedly. A public hearing preceded the first reading. a special meeting Tuesday will finalize the levy before the September 11 filing deadline with Cook County.
Richton Park trustees approve all tower plans and financing for a training tower on Outlet F in Richton Hills. The $112000 project will be paid in eight years with eight payments of seven thousand dollars each, funded by John Edward Construction of Downers Grove. Fire Chief Waitekus says the facility will enhance training, with 70 percent focused on equipment tests and practical lessons, and access open to other departments for a fee.
About 25 Creekside residents attended a Matteson community relations meeting on racial steering. They discussed a fair housing ordinance, seller registers, and actions residents can take to curb discriminatory real estate practices.
District 159 opens the new school year with a workshop day where Donald Tesmond addresses faculty and staff. New teachers meet administrators for policy briefing, tour, lunch, and a review session with Curriculum Director Robert Madonna and volunteers.
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