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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1977
Page
4
The Southern Illinoisan argues off track betting offers a $60 million annual revenue illusion. It warns of job losses at tracks, boosted illegal gambling, and pressures on state finances, urging Gov. Thompson to abandon gambling expansions and seek steadier income taxes instead.
Sen Charles Percy should debate Alex Seith in a series of Lincoln Douglas style telecasted debates for the upcoming Senate race. Seith is a likely Democratic nominee, and the plan proposes direct one on one exchanges without reporters, echoing the 1858 Lincoln Douglas format.
The article recalls Alexander Graham Bell’s February 1, 1917 address warning that coal and oil are finite and reserves cannot be refilled. It notes a 1948 Rockefeller Public Service Award for predicting an energy crisis and contrasts past caution with current conservation awareness.
The article analyzes how eight common U S history texts treat the Panama Canal, noting cursory coverage and limited critique of U S acquisition. It cites Sen Sam Hayakawa and Rep Paul Simon arguing that public views reflect biased schooling, with experts urging supplementary materials to broaden context.
Letter argues the Soviet Union will accept a reduced role in Middle East affairs. It notes Egypt under Sadat may seek weapons from other sources, but Moscow’s economic interests and arms stockpiles keep influence. Peace talks could proceed with limited Soviet intervention, reducing regional tensions.
The Southern Illinoisan invites letters on news topics with rules. Limit to 300 words, signed with full address for verification, print only name and hometown unless occupation is relevant. Letters may be delayed or returned if repetitive or libelous or in poor taste. editors may clarify or allow responses the same day.
The text sets up a Joker Bowl matchup on New Year’s Day between Slippery Rock and Muskingum. It frames a federal energy bureau as a humorous aside about investigating lightning as a resource.
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