War powers clash as lawmakers press limits on presidents
The debate over curbing presidential war authority grows in Congress as senators Fulbright Javits push a 30 day limit with quick congressional review. McCloskey argues Nixon acted illegally in Cambodia and cites the Pentagon Papers as proof of limited consultation. The measure, a Javits Eagleton Stennis compromise, awaits a Senate vote with broad constitutional stakes.
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Robert E. Hartley
Lindsay Schaub
U.S
Congress
United States
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Senate
J. W. Fulbright
Jacob Javits
Paul N. McCloskey Jr
Rep. McCloskey
Richard Nixon
Indochina
Fulbright
Javits
Nixon
Cambodia
Gulf of Tonkin
Johnson
Vietnam
Pentagon
Sen. Fulbright
Sen
Sen. Javits
Washington
Thomas Eagleton
Missouri
John C. Stennis
Mississippi
Fulbrights
Court could settle geometry of contiguity in county map
Editorial argues the Jackson County remap uses a touching corners contiguity theory to protect incumbents. Democrats seek federal court review to test the plan’s 15 member board, population figures, caucus selection, and term structure. A court ruling could reshape representation and election rules.
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Jackson County Board of Supervisors
Christmas Reading Plan for Shared Reflection
The Southern Illinoisan suggests reading five chapters of Luke and Matthew aloud with at least one other person. It outlines exact verses for a two reader session, mentions using multiple translations, and ends with a Christmas blessing from Rev. Ray Kelley of Shawneetown.
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Illnoisan
Jesus
John
Joseph and
Mary
Temple
Egypt
Ray Kelley
Shawneetown
Rooster Dies After Windstorm Rescue in Herrin
After a severe Herrin windstorm a rooster reportedly blew into a one gallon pickle jar and narrowly survived. The tale, told by a patrolman, provided comic relief amid roof damage and debris. The rooster later died from internal injuries and a funeral was held with a chicken and dumplings meal for friends.
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Zelah Scalf
Herrin
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Police
Fire Departments
Hoax Story Traveled Through Southern Illinoisan Readers
A police chief’s rooster statue hoax tale sparked laughter in 30,000 households. The patrolman’s prank amused readers but warned that such hoaxes risk confusing the public and frustrating journalists, though no one was harmed.
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Southern Illinoisan
Hunger and faith in Christmas message from The Southern Illinoisan
A reflective editorial cites Jesus words on feeding the hungry and critiques political responses to poverty during the Christmas season. The piece contrasts aid with commissions, napalm bills, and perceived barriers to helping the least of these.
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The
Southern Illinoisan
Jesus Christ
Star dog rises from harsh puppyhood to film fame
A dog becomes a major film star despite a deprived puppyhood and a diet heavy in cereal. The ecology minded note adds that many trees in Illinois are notably deciduous, complicating the landscape.
Readers argue over Roller Derby team origins
A letter decries Ben Gelman for misinformation about Roller Derby teams, insisting the Pioneers represent the Midwest region. The writer urges correct regional context and suggests consulting Rand McNally for geographical clarification.
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Midwest
Rand McNabof
Mills plan has merit from revenue sharing proposal
Rep. Wilbur Mills introduces a bipartisan revenue sharing bill developed with the National Governors Conference and Ways and Means staff. It ties federal shares to state income tax receipts and the need based on low income families, proposing 5 years of $5.3 billion annually, with IllinoisLU receiving $116 million state aid and $175 million local aid, compared to Nixon plan.
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Wilbur D. Mills
D. Ark
House
Ways and Means Committee
National Governors’ Conference
Ogilvie
New York Rockefeller
New York
Congress
White House
Illinois
Mills
Sen
Stevenson
Percy
House of Representatives
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Southern
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