Census results in Chester boost population by 3300
The six day special census shows Chester now has 8786 residents, boosted by annexed Menard and nearby subdivisions. About 3300 new residents live at state buildings and prison grounds. Revenue sharing and motor fuel allotment will rise by over 190000 annually, with certification due in about 12 weeks. The $3000 census cost was funded by the city. Dwight Dean in Chicago supervised the federal census office.
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Old Ben miners end 10 day strike at Mine 21 near Sesser
About 550 United Mine Workers Local 1124 members will return to work this afternoon at Old Ben Coal Co Mine 21 near Sesser, ending a 10 day walkout sparked by a miner’s suspension for a dirty conveyor. An arbitrator ruled the miner should be suspended but not fired, after hearings in Marion. The union also filed a suit alleging mine safety violations.
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Shakeup in Chicago revamps police command
Acting Police Superintendent Joseph DiLeonardi promoted 19 officers and demoted 13 as he reorganized 45 top command positions in the Chicago Police Department. He told reporters the shifts were his decisions to break up political cliques and create a compatible team, warning that poorly aligned members could be removed. Mayor Jane Byrne had appointed DiLeonardi as acting police chief.
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Rock of Rosemont Horizon scrutinized in teardown study
Investigators are examining the construction of the Rosemont Horizon arena, aiming to understand what caused the top portion of the $8 million structure to fail. The probe delves into design choices, materials, and assembly processes to determine the root cause and prevent recurrence.
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FBI forms special unit to find agent's killer
The FBI in Cleveland has formed a 40 member investigative team to pursue Melvin Ray Guyon, accused of killing FBI Special Agent Johnnie L. Oliver. Oliver, a Metropolis native, was laid to rest in Southern Illinois. The unit will coordinate with Cleveland police to pursue bona fide sightings and accelerate information-sharing after a failed nine hour search and earlier missed leads. Oliver was killed while attempting to arrest Guyon on charges including armed robbery and kidnapping.
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