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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1973
Page
2
Electric signs along Carbondale's East Main Street continue to glow brightly, keeping the area lit as energy usage persists despite waning daylight.
The Dixie Truckers Home on U S 66 stopped auto gasoline pumps for the first time in 43 years amid a nationwide voluntary shutdown called by President Nixon. Manager Charles Beeler said the move costs about 8000 gallons in weekly Sunday sales but aligns with the broader energy action. Diesel service remained available for trucks to continue toward Chicago or St Louis.
A fact finding hearing is scheduled Wednesday in Murphysboro on Glenhaven Memorial Park’s proposed name change from Pleasant Grove Memorial. The hearing before Ronald M. Hamelberg will occur at 10 a.m. in City Hall as part of the required legal process.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale calls for regional entries from 18 southern Illinois counties for a two segment exhibit at Mitchell Gallery January 7 to February 22. Hand made or self conceived pieces only. entries accepted through Wednesday. contact 453 3493 or 453 5135 for details.
The article notes that painting a jumbo passenger jet requires between 300 and 400 pounds of paint. It discusses the substantial materials needed and implies the scale of maintenance for large aircraft.
The phrase rap session derives from the French en rapport meaning harmony between parts. Linguists note the term entered English usage to describe orderly discourse or musical discussion reflecting alignment and balance.
AP analysis notes lawmakers failed to enact required campaign finance disclosure while facing off on Regional Transit Authority and state lottery. Gov Walker and Speaker Blair clashed over tax relief, vetoing a sales tax cut and stalling ethics bills amid last minute maneuvers and special sessions.
Downstate lawmakers question if the 139.2 million appropriation for four lane freeways can be spent this year. Governor Walker is poised to sign the bipartisan package amid other measures like a 171 million Regional Transportation Authority and a state lottery.
Mis matched custom colors and discontinued factory stock colors offered for interior and exterior paints. Values up to 9.95 per gallon. Closeout prices from 2.49 per gallon and 99 cents per quart while supplies last.
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