Downtown Parking Plan Aimed At Merchant Funded Lots
Editorial urges a parking district creation to finance new lots at Walnut and University and Jackson and University. The plan would have merchants fund construction through costs borne by downtown businesses, with lots free to customers and expected to boost downtown competition. Estimated cost is 707290, with a decision due at the January 4 meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tee
Walnut and
University
University and
Monroe
Jackson and
Proxmire Warns On Economic Controls and 1973 Bargaining
The senator notes doubts about renewing controls but argues they could temper inflation and provide room for compromise amid rising wage negotiations in key industries. He warns that extended controls may crumble as unemployment stays low and demand grows, urging focus on raw materials and basic foods to curb costs for working families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
William Proxmire
Wisconsin
U.S
United States
Western
Seal Beeee
Congress
Public affairs programs to expand at Sangamon State
University faculty members seek broader roles in public affairs as a recognized academic field. The state should define acceptable programs and ensure faculty involved are not penalized in promotions or tenure while emphasizing teaching and research alongside public service against partisan politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haren
Sangamon State
Sangamon
Monnet's steady counsel guides U S Europe link
In Paris Jean Monnet, 84, remains a trusted adviser to White House officials consulting on money, trade and security. He proposes a small bipartisan group to define common interests, urges joint talks with the United States Europe and later with Japan, and stresses equal partnership over domination as the path to a new world order. His daily routine and outlook endure as he anticipates renewed discussions in 1973.
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James Reston
New York Times
Hourarray
France
Henry Kissinger
Paris
United States
Europe
Jean Monnet
Colonel House
Harry Hopkins
White House
Monnet
Avenue
Foch
Houjarray
Rambouillet
Japan
China
Middle East
Soviet Union
Cipal
Nixon
European Organization
Britain
Washington
Peking strategy in Middle East and beyond
The article outlines Peking's broad strategy interlinking the Middle East with the Mediterranean Africa and Indian Ocean regions. It emphasizes containment of the USSR through expanded diplomatic and economic ties, noting China’s 1971 Pakistan link road and relations with Lebanon Turkey Iran and Kuwait. It argues CENTO alignments and Persian Gulf stepping stones affect Soviet influence and Moscow's concern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.A.C. Adie
Peking
Middle East
Mediterranean
Europe
Africa
Indian Ocean
U.S.S.R
China
West Pakistan
Lebanon
Turkey
Iran
Kuwait
Central Treaty Organization
CENTO
Persian Gulf
Gulf
Moscow
Southern Illinoisan Editorial Leadership Credits
John C. Gardner serves as editor and general manager while James K. Adams holds the business manager role at the Southern Illinoisan.
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John C. Gardner
James K. Adams
Letter from industry group blames price controls on lumber costs
National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association urges federal action to boost supply by expanding timber cuts funding the U.S. Forest Service curbing exports and imposing item by item ceiling prices at the manufacturer level. Spokesman Richard D. Snyder argues current rules fuel inflation and disrupt supply prompting a push for production gains and reform of profit margin rules. He notes many small retailers lack timely profit visibility causing dismay if year end profits appear excessive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Southern Illinoisan
Joe Arimond
National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association
Price Commission
C. Jackson Grayson, Jr
National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Asssociation
Richard D. Snyder
U.S. Forest Service
Current Price Commission
Association
Snyder
Carbondale Chamber backs Highway 51 project progress
Editor praises Chamber support for a new Highway 51 route linking University Drugs to the Franklin Hotel. Citizens who developed the present road are urged to extend effort to the proposed upgrade, recognizing planned beauty and downtown business impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Southern Illinoisan
Carbondal Chamber of Commerce
Franklin Hotel
Carbondale
Praiseworthy coverage sparks reader letters over action
A reader praises a recent article on Affirmative Action for balanced portrayal of pro and con viewpoints. The letter criticizes perceived editorial bias and zoning decisions in Carbondale, urging less favoritism toward liberal perspectives and more protection for conservative readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Southern Illinoisan
New York Times
Times
the Times
U.S. News and World Report
Balance sheet question over federal funds in Southern Illinois
A Southern Illinoisan article critiques Congressman Kenneth Gray for listing 3.4 billion in federal funds secured over 18 years while warning that many Corps of Engineers projects may harm residents. It cites canalization plans for the Saline, Wabash and Big Muddy Rivers and questions environmental impact statements and agency self-interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Ilinoisan
Kenneth Gray
Southern Illinois
Congress
Southern
Illinois
Corps of Engineer
Wabash
Big Muddy
Kaskaskia River
Peabody Coal Company
Southern Illinoisan
Gray
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Zoning Board of Appeals
Garret H. Conner
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