Trudeau warns against eroding roots of freedom in free societies
An interview with Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau discusses the dangers of growing credibility gaps and rising expectations that could undermine freedom. He argues societies need security, cautions against overreliance on free processes, and calls for balancing authority with individual morals amidst ongoing global tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre Elliott Trudeau
Canada
James Reston
New York Times
Hanrahan Put Into Limbo By Daley Backlash
Editorial argues Edward V. Hanrahan is sidelined by Mayor Daley as Cook County Democrats withdraw support for his bid for state's attorney. Indicts and internal party discord, plus potential GOP gains, drive his downfall despite past prosecutions and looming trials.
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Edward V. Hanrahan
Richard J. Daley
Cook County
Democrat Organization
Mr. Hanrahan
Oregon Class Triumphs With Wild Horse Protection Law
Fourth graders led by Joan Bolsinger pressed lawmakers to shield wild horses and burros. President Nixon signed the bill placing them under federal protection and making harm to the animals a crime. The group notes enforcement gaps and calls for funding and active support to ensure compliance.
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Oregon
Joan Bolsinger
West
Congress
Nixon
Second Look at Autumn Leaves and Eco Friendly Choices
The passage notes that hauling away fallen leaves is costly yet still cheaper than buying a ravine. A wine connoisseur remarks that the champagne suited for christening ships or dousing Pirates has value in comparison, suggesting an ironic contrast between disposal costs and extravagant beverages.
Southern Illinoisan masthead credits
John C. Gardner is editor and general manager while Robert D. Reid serves as managing editor and business manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. Gardner
Robert D. Reid
Dear Santa Letter Calls for City Government Change
In Carbondale, J. J. Gass urges Santa to bring an aldermanic form of government for all residents and to get rid of the current manager-led system, hoping the city would then feel represented and merry at Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Illinoisan
Santa
Carbondale
North Pole
J. J. Gass
Longer roof bolts preferred by coal miner letter
A letter from Troy L. Simpson of Zeigler urges mine safety to favor longer roof bolts over the shorter proposed four foot bolts from a Du Quoin invented machine. He argues longer bolts reduce fall risk amid slips and alleges progress should not come at miners’ safety expense.
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Southern Ilinoisan
Old Ben 24
Troy L. Simpson
Zeigler
McGovern speech at SIU sparks truth argument
Sister Veronica Ankenbrand critiques Senator George McGovern's SIU address arguing his promises clash with his anti American stance. She questions his loyalty to national security and defense and deems his peace position as peace at any price.
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Southern Illinoisan
Sen. McGovern
SIU
Nixon
McGovern
Edgar Hoover
Sister Veronica Ankenbrand
Murphysboro
Students allege harassment by Benton official at basketball game
Three SIU Herrin students say Benton High School principal Barney Genesio warned them to keep quiet about officiating at a Herrin Tigers Benton Rangers game. They claim Benton fans were not warned and Kenneth Rushing, Herrin principal, was approached over their conduct. They deny using foul language and call the action harassment harmful to Southern Illinois basketball.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Southern Ilinoisan
Southern Illinois University
Herrin
Benton
Herrin Tigers
Benton Rangers
Benton High School
Barney Genesio
Genesio
Ilinois
Sunday Football Broadcast Cries and Floating Currencies
A humorous note on how a well trained baby cries for attention during Sunday afternoons and two minute clock stoppages in football broadcasts. It also mentions governments allowing currencies to float, a tactic posing risks for sinking fund investments.
Protect your guns Editor letter to readers on gun control
An open letter argues against handgun confiscation bills and urges readers to contact Senators Percy and Stevenson and Representative Celler to oppose S 2815 and H R 8828. It cites per capita homicide rates, references Oswald and Kennedy cases, and warns of future confiscation and penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Percy
Adlai Stevenson
Senate
Washington, D.C
FBI
New York
Washington
Lyndle C. Couch
Cambria
God Hates Selfishness Says Southern Illinoisan Editor
An assertive religious column argues communism fails and God is active in guiding humanity. It cites Bible verses to urge believers to seek wisdom, predict a peaceful future, and emphasize Israel’s regathering, Zion’s law, and the zeal of the Lord, concluding with a warning that God hates selfishness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Southern Illinoisan
Paul
Daniel
God
Satan
Israel
Zion
Heaven
Jerusalem
Isiah
Lord of Hosts
Racism debate and calls for individual progress
The piece argues against labeling, defending equal treatment while criticizing broad racial equality as propaganda. It asserts reality requires recognizing individual ability, not collective uplift, and portrays dissent as un-Christian. Authors cited include Robert Butts and Anna.
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Robert Butts
Anna
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Ottawa
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United States
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Chicago
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Mark Clark
Jesse L. Jackson
Donald P. Moore
Democrat Party
Panther
Moore
Burely
C. Bernard Carey
Otto Kerner
Manrahan
Pittsburgh Pirates
Tron Tyned
Southern
James K. Adams
Illnoisan
William Pitt
House of Commons
U.S. Senate
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