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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1950
Page
5
An article examines bid rigging and padding in state road contracts. It discusses set ups, out of state bidders, and the impact of prequalification on preventing collusion, noting officials may reject bids to maintain face and save money.
The Ware weighing station opens while Cairo operates on alternating shifts due to staff shortages. Four personnel are needed at a time, forming a rotating crew of twelve for 24 hours. The stations support Governor Stevenson's plan to curb overloaded trucks harming state highways.
A vintage advertisement touts Creomulsion as the potent remedy for coughs and bronchitis. It claims the syrup loosens and expels germ laden phlegm, soothes inflamed bronchial membranes, and contains no narcotics. The ad guarantees customer satisfaction or a refund.
A road expert argues prequalification is illegal and wasteful, citing potential savings by dropping the requirement. The piece notes Iowa keeps highway awards competitive while Illinois has varied use under Gov. Green, with recent moves making prequalification easier.
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