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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1982
Page
10
Death notices for Pleas Vinson 66 of Route 2 Creal Springs and several others across Marion Murphysboro Zeigler Carterville Harrisburg and Carterville detail funeral plans and burial sites. Services set at Cosby Vantrease Mitchell-Hughes Riggin-Pillatsch and Jackson Funeral Homes with survivors and dates noted.
Authorities investigate a downtown Vienna arson attempt outside the door of Bill Smith’s apartment above John Laundry and Cleaners. A partially burnt rug and pile of papers were found. Illinois CID technicians processed the scene. no arrests reported.
Linda L. Crow, 35, was found guilty of murdering her husband Sparta Police Officer Robert Crow. Circuit Judge Carl Becker ordered she remain in jail without bond until sentencing on May 3 after revoking her $75,000 bond. The December 21 shooting occurred in the Crow home in Sparta. A Randolph County jury trial delivered the verdict.
Cold unsettled weather continues with snow persisting across most of the West until Wednesday morning. Western and northern states stay cold while south central and southeastern regions see milder conditions. In Southern Illinois Monday high reached 55 degrees. 7 am Monday to 7 am today low was 23 with trace precipitation. 9 am reading was 27. Sunset today 6 29 pm. sunrise Wednesday 5 27 am. sunset Wednesday 6 30 pm.
Mildred Whittenburg, 85, of Herrin, died April 5, 1982, at Mattingly Nursing Home. She taught music, belonged to Herrin Women's Club and First Baptist Church, born April 11, 1896 in Williamson County. Survived by son Charles. Grave services 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cobden Cemetery. no visitation. Van Natta Funeral Home, Herrin, handling arrangements.
A Jackson County jury could not reach a verdict in the burglary and felony theft trial of James Drake 27 of Du Quoin after about 52 hours of deliberation a mistrial was declared and a new trial is set for May 12 at 9 a.m. Drake faces charges stemming from a Nov 27 1981 burglary of Edna Lane s car at 703 S Rawlings Carbondale and the theft of a purse containing about 200 dollars. The same report notes separate cases: Robert Batten 29 of Carbondale charged with two counts of aggravated battery and held on 5000 bond with a preliminary hearing April 21 and Donald Wilkins 23 of Harrisburg charged with unlawful use of weapons bribery and drug possession with a 3000 bond and a preliminary hearing April 20.
Steve Lindner of Du Quoin found a new roof on his leased car after strong winds toppled part of Lindy's Western Store roof at 4 50 p m Monday. The roof piece landed on the Broadhead Leasing car, with police noting no damage estimate yet for either side.
National Stockyards report shows hogs trading active with barrows and gilts up to 52.50 for 220-250 pounds and 50.50-55.00 for heavier 270-290 pounds. Cattle and calves see slaughter steers at 66.00-67.50 for 950-1175 pounds and Holsteins 55.00-60.00. slaughter heifers firm to 50 higher with mixed good and choice cattle prevalent.
Arthur S. Gloster, director of computing affairs at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, pleads not guilty to five federal indictments in Eugene Oregon. Charged with four counts of mail fraud and one count of wire fraud, he allegedly insured silverware, shipped it to Georgia, and falsely reported theft to seek insurance. Trial set for July June 9. he was released on recognizance.
The Jackson County Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its April meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the district office in Murphysboro. The newly elected board has changed its regular meeting date to the second Thursday of each month, also at 7 p.m. in the district office.
SIU Carbondale groups perform Carl Orff Carmina Burana at 8 p.m. Wednesday in Shryock Auditorium. The free concert features the SIU-C University Chorale, University Choir and Percussion Ensemble under director David Williams with pianists Donald Beatty and Candy Williams. The work uses 11th and 12th century texts from a Bavarian monastery.
Heritage Christian Academy located one mile east of Marion Illinois on Route 13 is accepting applications for 4 and 5 year old kindergarten and grades 1 through 12 for the 1982-83 school year. The private non-denominational Christian school, a ministry of Calvary Baptist Church, enrolls 65 students and uses Accelerated Christian Education with individualized instruction. Parents may contact George Flanagan at 993-6791 for more information.
A Hurst fire department and building committee meeting will start at 7 p.m. Thursday at Hurst City Hall. City Clerk Mary K. Tackett said the panel will convene weekly on Thursday nights to work on plans for the new fire department building.
The Freeman Spur village board will meet at 7 p.m. today at the fire station for a special session on the water supply. On Wednesday a 6:30 p.m. revenue sharing meeting is planned in city hall, followed by the regular board meeting at 7.
Registration is tonight at 7 for night classes at Hafer Bible School located at 120 S 14th St Herrin Entrance is through the school playground For more information call 942 5678
The wedding announcement for Carol and Kevin Hargis carried an error stating Hargis was employed by Southern Illinois University Carbondale. He is a SIUC student and works in the mail room at The Southern Illinoisan.
PINCKNEYVILLE Rednour Leon ard and Renee, a daughter, born Monday April 5 1982 at Pinckneyville Community Hospital. CHESTER Butler John and Don nella, a son born Monday April 5 1982 at Memorial Hospital in Chester. CARBONDALE Holder Michael and Kathy, a daughter born Monday April 5 1982 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. ALTO PASS Holderfield Jeffrey and Donna, a son born Monday April 5 1982. MURPHYSBORO Barringer Clarence Jr. and Rita, a son born Wednesday March 31 1982 at St Joseph Memorial Hospital in Murphysboro.
Herrin Hospital hosts a Medic Alert program for hospital staff and area emergency personnel on Wednesday. Police, fire, and ambulance reps from Herrin and nearby towns are invited to view four sessions at 7:30 am 2 pm 3 30 pm and 7 pm. For details contact Vennie Wiggins at 942 2171 Ext 312.
Giant City Consolidated School District 130 schedules kindergarten pre registration Thursday at the school from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Children must be 5 by Dec 1, 1982. Proof of age required. Health exam forms signed by a doctor needed before August start.
The Egyptian Charitable Society sponsors an hors d oeuvre buffet from 6 30 to 9 30 p m Friday April 16 at Tom's Place De Soto Proceeds go to the Jackson County Cancer Society Tickets 18 per person with cash bar Reservations by April 9 to Mrs James Clutts Route 1 Box 382 Spring Arbor Lake Carbondale Ill 62901 Make checks payable to the Egyptian Charitable Society
Rend Lake College in Mount Vernon offers a spring decorating class titled Decorating on a Shoestring. The Wednesday sessions run 6 30 to 9 30 p m in the Rolland Lewis Community Building at Mount Vernon City Park. Fee is 16 per person with advance registration at Community Services or at the first meeting. For more information call 437 5321 ext 232 or toll free 800 642 7776.
John A Logan College hosts a three session lawn care workshop on Tuesdays April 13 20 and 27 in Room 102 from 630 to 9 with Peter Allen as instructor. Fee 5 per session or 12 for all three. Pre registration by check to John A Logan College mailed to Suzy Robinson Carterville Illinois 62918. For information call 9853741 5497335 9373438 or 3488612 ext 343.
A compiled hospital note lists numerous patients admitted and discharged across memorial hospitals in Carbondale Murphysboro Pinckneyville Union and surrounding communities including Ryan Kathy Teera Tachayapong John Eubanks Nolen West Smothers Eubanks Ward and Jaci Ulrich among others. The record covers several facilities in Jefferson counties with numerous names and locations such as Williamson Jackson and Franklin regions.
A 23-year-old Marion man, Monte Boatwright, was treated at Firmin Desloge Hospital in St. Louis after being struck on the head with a tire jack during a fight outside Midland Inn Tavern on old Illinois 13 between Carbondale and Murphysboro. Deputies questioned two groups involved. the assailant is not yet identified.
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