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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1976
Page
4
A middle aged writer recalls a frugal Christmas when his mother was ill and his father hid despair while two younger brothers watched. A scrappy 25 cent tree and older ornaments become a symbol of care and resilience, lifting the family’s spirits as they celebrate together.
In a letter to the editor the writer questions the Carbondale City Council sale of four acres to an out of state firm for 91250 and the loss of tax revenue while tracts were off the tax rolls. The piece argues for disclosure of total costs and tax losses since 1968.
Carroll J. Fry explains in a reply to Dr. Wiegand that the College Neighborhood R-77 project cost 1 369 625 dollars for all parcels including structures. Annual taxes were about 15 806 dollars, with potential tax losses due to being off the rolls previously. Redevelopment aims to boost future tax base as land returns to the rolls.
The Menard State prison at Chester faces overcrowding and deteriorating health care with 2,300 inmates, 1,000 over capacity. A federal panel orders closure unless conditions improve, citing limited doctor availability, substandard treatments, delayed emergency responses, and filthy kitchens. Governor-elect James Thompson is urged to address prison living conditions and funding.
A critical look at the swine flu inoculation program argues for a congressional or similar review to uncover errors in judgment, assign responsibility, and establish guidelines to prevent future public health bungles while preserving trust. It notes political, media, and medical missteps and urges candid lessons.
Israel's Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin resigns amid a cabinet purge to refresh political support. He stays on as lame duck until elections possibly in May, hoping U S ties and a revised coalition spur a bid for a broader Israeli Arab and Palestinian peace process.
Labor seeks higher expectations under Carter as unions align with the White House on job creation and economic recovery. They back Humphrey Hawkins style full employment, tax rebates for low and middle income workers, expanded public works and public service programs to fight the recession.
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