12 Jun 1969
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Newspaper
Pontiac Daily Leader
Location
Pontiac, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1969
Page
1
Editorial argues student riots could erode trust in rational process and democratic methods. It notes advantaged students risk special treatment, warns violence breeds more violence, and cautions leaders to address root causes beyond Vietnam or the draft. Proposes youth service programs and selective college attendance to channel energy.
Construction on the Chenoa pool in Redbird Park progresses as plans set a late June opening. Garrett Scott heads staff including Miss Kay Kennedy and guards like Jim Schopp and Jim Ellis. Season tickets go on sale at Rider's Store with reduced prices due to a shorter season. Registration begins June 16 for two summer instructional sessions.
AP Business Analyst John Cunniff argues that in 1960s America the long economic expansion raised living standards yet inflation threatens a downturn. He notes rising wages, low unemployment, and rising prices, urging cautious evaluation of the overall quality of life beyond numbers.
An 80 acre Nebraska Township farm 312 miles northeast of Flanagan sold at public sale to John W Albrecht of Flanagan for 68160 dollars. The heirs of Lewis and Maggie Kutzner owned the farm. Ortman Johnson and Taylor represented the sellers while Smith and Gomien represented other sellers.
The Chenoa Unit District 9 board set a new fee schedule effective July 1 1969 for cafeteria and kitchen use gymnasium rental instrumental music room advertising space and more with exceptions for church related events and certain groups. Resignation of 7th grade teacher Gary Steinbach noted and summer programs planned. Budget figures reviewed and other staff and facility actions announced.
Maggie Hammer 79 died at Americana Nursing Home Normal after five months illness. Funeral 2 p.m. Friday at St. Pauls Lutheran Lexington Rev August Lubkeman officiating. Burial Chenoa Cemetery. Survived by husband and several nieces and nephews. She born April 13 1890 Hanover Germany came to US at age two. She was member of St Pauls Lexington United Nations. Burial Pils Memorial Home Chenoa call 3-5 and 7-9 today.
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