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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1976
Page
1
A panel of doctors urged Menard State Prison to close within a year unless health conditions improve and new inmates with pre existing health issues are not admitted. They cited overcrowding and staffing problems plus slow sick calls and called for budget boosts and a full time physician.
Governor-elect Thompson plans face to face talks with House and Senate Republicans this week as Illinois reconvenes to decide on $95 million in spending veto overrides. The action impacts general revenue and bond funds for mental health education and construction projects ahead of Thompson’s budget work.
The piece envisions children dreaming of Christmas as dolls and toy animals, including Minnie Mouse and a boar figure, await the magical night when Santa arrives down the chimney. The AP wire photo caption evokes festive anticipation for holiday gifts and imagination.
In Doha 13 OPEC members gather as they weigh possible oil price rises between 8 and 15 percent. Security tightens at the Gulf Hotel with bulletproof shutters and searches after prior Vienna violence. Saudi Arabia seeks a capped increase, while Iran and the West push for a measured outcome.
About 50 leaders from the Chief Executives' Council and the Business Agents Conference gathered at Southern Illinois University Carbondale to discuss mutual concerns and form a permanent joint labor management committee. They flagged rising unemployment insurance costs, workmen's comp rates, and sought a federal standard law, faster industry growth, and reduced state red tape.
The forecast calls for a warm spell tonight with lows in the upper 20s. Wednesday remains mostly sunny and mild with highs in the lower to mid 50s. Thursday to Saturday turn partly cloudy with lows around 49 and highs in the upper 50s or near 60.
City council notes upcoming elections. Page 3 highlights terms expiring and filing petitions. Page 10 provides a detailed listing of officials and required actions.
Lottery Chief Ralph Batch says he cannot operate under new rules adopted by the state lottery control board. The Hill House drug rehabilitation center will continue operating in Carbondale's residential district under existing zoning permits.
Leaders from the U S Conference of Mayors and the National League of Cities present Carter with a detailed plan to revive the economy. The package includes a 20 billion stimulus and a 7.7 billion tax rebate aimed at creating over one million jobs as Carter weighs spending and tax options. The president-elect has named W Michael Blumenthal as treasury secretary and Rep Brock Adams as transportation secretary, informing key senators.
The article notes Gary Gilmore saying he is happy the U S Supreme Court has sealed his fate, a subdued tone highlighting his outlook as his execution looms.
An editorial on page four urges the Republican Party to replace its current lineup with fresh faces and new leadership to regain appeal and effectiveness. It argues for change in strategy and personnel to better connect with voters and shape policy.
Seventh graders at Unity Point School near Carbondale and seniors at Murphysboro Township High School are learning CPR techniques, with many already certified in resuscitation methods. The note appears in a page 5 feature listing school activities and a holiday basketball tournament seeding update.
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