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Southern Illinoisan in Carbondale, Illinois

26 Dec 1971

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Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1971

Page

3

Fire destroys Perry home on Christmas Eve in Herrin

Christmas Eve fire razed the home of Mr. and Mrs. Larry M. Perry and their two children on the Herrin road. The house was uninsured and lost with all personal belongings while their small dog Sam perished. Neighbors and local businesses awaited donations of clothing and assistance as James Shannon planned to arrange shelter and a new home.

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John Trimble Larry M. Perry Rt. i. Herrin James Shannon Shannon Herrinfolp Road Larry Lori Perry Johnston Cay Tierrin Herrin Perrys Tex Perry Gorevills Sam Herrn Packing Po Norge Fedders Cheryl Perry Larry Perry
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Joy and sorrow of Southern Dinsnest Christmas weekend

By Robert D. Reid editor notes a mix of holiday joy and a traumatic event. The Perry family of Herrin lost their home and nearly all possessions on Christmas, prompting readers to consider helping them. Photographs from staff depict both good cheer and the harsh news of the season.

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Robert D. Reid Tlingis Jnein Larry Perry Rt. 1 Herrin Chidren Tae Perrys Younsters Lerry Lori Jobo ‘Trimble Wwe Ifneis
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