20 Jan 1985
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1985
Page
1
A concise digest of global, national, and state briefs provided via United Press International. Highlights cover varied topics and short reports from multiple regions, capturing quick updates for readers seeking broad, rapid news orientation.
An official Xinhua report states a Chinese airliner crashed on landing in Jinan city killing 38 of 41 passengers with two Americans among the dead. The incident follows a Friday night crash in the northeastern city.
Senator Alan Dixon proposes a six month amnesty for overdue taxes with half interest and no criminal or civil penalties. The measure aims to reduce the federal deficit by encouraging payment without fear of enforcement action. The plan follows Dixon’s earlier state success with similar carrot and stick tactics.
Village officials discuss crafting a housing plan with clear goals. Trustees urge specific language, arguing for high quality, upper-class homes with brick, aluminum and cedar siding to complement new Holidome and planned Chi-Chi s. President Stricker says village diversity and heritage make continuity unrealistic.
Matteson library board rebutted criticisms from three village trustees candidates who oppose the 1.5 million bond referendum for a new library. They urge locating the library on Ridgeland avenue north of Route 30, arguing the current 207th Street site fails to meet future needs.
Matteson expects lake water to begin flowing next month with February 1 as an approximate start date. Officials warn rust and sediment will persist as the system is flushed and residents may need to keep using water softening equipment for two to four weeks. Four wells will be deactivated, two kept on standby, weather and equipment pose challenges, and residents will see a rate increase to 1.77 per 100 cubic feet once lake water begins.
In the first 1985 meeting the Matteson School District 162 board approved a philosophy outlining aims to develop students into productive citizens and lifelong learners. The statement emphasizes dignity, equal opportunity, and a broad, differentiated instructional program. Board members also approved participation in the Presidential Academic Fitness Awards program, per Assistant Superintendent Allan Dornseff. Continuous in- depth discussion spanned five months.
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