Poverty in Southern Illinois, Gray’s views on relief programs
U S Congressman Kenneth J Gray outlines poverty as a rural national problem in Southern Illinois. He cites highway funds, rural water and sewer systems, electrification, food stamps, public housing, job creation, and education as keys. He argues education as the main barrier and urges broader road funding and community outreach to lift rural families.
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Poverty standings and plans in Southern Illinois
Senator Ralph T. Smith says poverty remains a serious issue in Southern Illinois and other regions. He urges improved business climate, capital investment, and education as paths to jobs and reduced poverty while stressing government responsibility and targeted solutions.
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Southern Illinois Legislators Voice View on Poverty
Democratic whip Clyde L Choate and State Sen John G Gilbert discuss poverty in Southern Illinois. They cite pockets of hardship, praise progress, and urge federal support, expanded higher education, industry, and targeted aid for farmers, nutrition, work incentives, and self help programs to boost growth and tourism.
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