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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1960
Page
3
A 66 inch goose crashed into Anna State Hospital through a paneling hole in the south wing while apparently mistaking asbestos for a lake. The bird was fatal, and Paul Cain plans to have it cooked for Christmas if consent from the Conservation Department is granted.
Police disclosed Ray Baker is the suspect in the Herrin North End Market robbery lifting 882.59 last December and a Murphysboro store heist of 1587 last Friday. Witnesses, photo identifications, and a bandaged photo cue led to charges and warrants for robbery and assault with a deadly weapon. Baker, with a six year criminal record, is also sought on Missouri burglary and federal flight charges as officers track a possible second car and accomplice Donald Lincker.
Democratic patronage expected as administration changes. In Illinois 25th district four incumbents in Anna Makanda Pinckneyville and Red Bud face replacement. 68 Illinois postmasters await Senate confirmation from Eisenhower. White House and Post Office Dept decline comment amid anticipated nominations before end of presidency. Rep. Gray and Democratic sources say party consults will shape four postings.
November traffic data from Southern Illinois District 13 State Police HQ at Du Quoin shows seven fatal accidents, tied high yearly mark with 1 death. 97 deaths through November, below 118 last year. District reports 911 tickets in month, 398 moving hazards, 164 traffic violations, 97 accidents, and 47 other tickets.
George Garner a Cairo crime dealer was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Jake Rubin and begins an eight year term at Menard Penitentiary. A motion for a new trial was overruled in Alexander County Circuit Court and Garner will appeal. Ted Crowley of Quincy was acquitted.
A Grand Tower man’s 1961 model car burnt early morning after a leaking gasoline line ignited fire. The incident occurred as polling materials in the Nov. 8 motor election were impounded by Judge Richard Carter, who scheduled a recount hearing.
Sam Sweet operator of the Clover Chub east of Benton was fined 200 dollars plus 18.30 costs for permitting gambling at the tavern and selling liquor to a minor. Justice of the Peace Charles Lockley presided on charges by Sheriff Barney Beawning and Mrs Violet Verruyans ville of Logan. Four Logan men charged with assault and robbery near the Derrick Tavern in Mt Vernon testified. Sweet plans to appeal to Franklin County Court, which could lead to a new trial.
SIU student bus service in Carbondale will run through January on a pay as you ride basis after a fall quarter loss. Beginning Jan 4 riders pay 10 cents per trip. service targets SIU students, faculty, and civil service staff with routes including Housing, Thompson Point, and shopping trips to Murdale Center. The one month trial is funded by SIU Student Council with underwriting from the Chamber of Commerce and student group. final cost expected around 3205.75 dollars.
The Murphysboro United Fund Drive ended Wednesday night at 89 percent of the goal, total $18,575.54 toward $20,800. Mileur announced at the final associate chairmen meeting that checks will still be received at the Chamber of Commerce office and volunteer cards collected. President Milan said the final tally may rise above the target as cards come in, noting the current total is $e49 over last year’s treasury. The 1959 goal was $18,800 and was met after a December 31 extension. The 1960 drive began October 2 with an organizational breakfast.
Freeman Coal Mining Corp officials hope to resume Orient mine production Friday after attempts to remove combustible gas in a sealed area. The mine was idled Monday due to gas traces in a 200 acre area. Seals over nine entries were completed by 8 p.m. Tuesday. Forty tons were pumped into the closed section to cut danger. Air tests Wednesday showed oxygen not reduced enough. another 10 tons of carbon dioxide will be pumped in today. Miners on Monday staged an unauthorized walkout over shift classification. union officials expect talks to resume Friday.
Mines list shows Old Boy 9 and Old Ben 1 along with Orient S Freeman 4 and Fidelity. Burning Star No 2 is not working on the 1st shift and not working on the 2nd shift. Zeigler 3 and Zeigler 4 appear in the report as shifts or unit identifiers.
A Johnston City area man once jailed for stealing donations intended for crippled children is held in Williamson County jail on a disorderly conduct charge. Edward Johnson, 36, was arrested in Herrin on a cab fare complaint after riding with driver Raymond Wells from Freeman Spur. Police seek revocation of Johnsons probation imposed after he restitutioned stolen donations. In October, Patrolman Herbert Lang arrested Johnson for stealing a March of Dimes container from a restaurant, then tracked him to taverns where he paid with small change.
The Carbondale University High School cheerleaders host a semi formal Christmas Dance Saturday in the school gym from 8:30 p.m. to midnight. Santa Claus will attend, decorations will be up, and refreshments will be served with no admission fee.
State Board certifies final results from November 8 bond elections. The $195 million educational buildings bond passed with 2,693,969 yes to 1,266,490 no. The $150 million welfare improvements bond won 2,967,527 yes to 973,075 no, with legislative totals 4,585,191. SIU Edwardsville and UI Chicago branches named for initial construction funding. precise district allocations await legislative approval.
Carbondale officials suspend Hub Cafe Inc license for 16 days after a fatal shooting involving SIU students. Douglas Davidson faces involuntary manslaughter charges. two students cited for minor liquor purchases and one for carrying a pistol. Suspension effective midnight Dec 17, during holidays.
Jackson County authorities Wednesday followed Williamson and Union Counties in charging Gene Hines, former Murphysboro tavern operator, with receiving stolen liquor. Hines posted a third $5,000 bond Wednesday afternoon. He was charged at noon Wednesday, State's Attorney William Ridgeway said. Hines was first arrested November 7 for Williamson County authorities after a burglary ring breakup the prior weekend. Four Jackson County men confessed to over 90 burglaries dating back two years and are in Union County jail. Union picked him up the next day, and Hines posted bond there November 10. Ridgeway cannot say which county will have first jurisdiction for trial. Charges allege liquor stolen from different taverns, including October 5 liquor from Rathmann Park Tavern in New Baden, Clinton County. Leslia “Butch” Wilson, 18, Eugene Webb, and Charles Pippin, all of Murphysboro, are charged with the break‑in.
The Retail Interest Committee of the Chamber of Commerce reports stores will open 9 am to 8 pm Wednesday Thursday and Friday. On Saturday Christmas Eve they close at 4 pm instead of 6. Santa Claus will be on the streets 2 to 4 pm Saturday to distribute candy.
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