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Newspaper
Morris Daily Herald
Location
Morris, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1971
Page
5
A five part series notes MS strikes mainly ages 20 to 40 with 250000 US victims and two million worldwide. New findings suggest remission periods and environmental or autoimmune factors may influence progression and potential control.
Observances toll church bells and lighting a memorial flame at Peshtigo Cemetery honor the 1871 fire that killed more than 1,200. Residents recall mass graves of 350 unidentified victims while noting 20th century prosperity and ongoing fire prevention demonstrations and community events.
Fred A Steinke has been appointed assistant district executive for the Thunderbird District of the Rainbow Council per Scout executive Alfred I. Gardner. A Wisconsin State University LaCrosse graduate, Steinke did graduate work, belongs to Phi Epsilon Kappa, served as class and FFA president, and active in YMCA and Boys' Club youth work. After a 90 day Will County orientation he will attend a national training school in New Jersey to organize and extend scouting in Will County.
In Joliet Illinois representatives from Cook County State's Attorney and the Circuit Court juvenile division support a proposed unified Code of Corrections to codify sentencing and reform in penal institutions. Critics urge leaving 10 day trial rules to courts and clearer juvenile versus adult handling standards.
The Wisconsin Senate gave final legislative approval to a proposed constitutional amendment allowing public schools to release students during classroom time for religious instruction. The measure, already passed by both houses in two consecutive sessions, will go to voters as a referendum in the April 1972 election.
Kenneth T. Benjamin, chairman of the Illinois State ASC Committee, notes that substituting soybeans for wheat and feed grains under the new set-aside program demonstrates its flexibility. He cites abundant wheat and feed grain production this year and expects continued need.
Seneca High School student council elected Mike Williams as president and general chairman for the upcoming Homecoming on Oct. 16. Williams will lead Rob Maierhofer as vice president and Wes Steely secretary with Randy Steele treasurer and Susan Seally reporter. The Homecoming parade begins at 10 a.m., football game at 1:30 p.m. vs Minooka, and a dance at 8 p.m. at the high school gym.
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