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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1967
Page
4
Editorial argues Lerner’s resignation from Carbondale Community High School board harms the school and taxpayers. It calls for public discussion of the dispute over educational policy, urges Lerner to resume duties or explain, and insists the public be informed to prevent rumors.
The column reviews Britain's breathalyzer law and BC programs as models for Illinois to reduce alcohol related highway deaths. It urges stricter enforcement, stronger laws, and action by Secretary Powell to keep dangerous drivers off the roads.
Styron's The Confessions of Nat Turner is examined as a four part novel that blends historical detail with a first person confession. The essay highlights Turner’s education, leadership, and the uprising's casualties while drawing parallels to contemporary racial tensions and Civil Rights era themes.
A columnist argues that a proposed 30 percent cut to the National Science Foundation pre doctoral fellowships threatens future scientific progress. They warn about lost opportunities for about 1000 young researchers and label the savings as a false economy given recent scientific milestones and ongoing demand for fellowships.
A survey of Illinois lawmakers shows roll call voting percentages for 1967 and 89th Congress figures. Springer 96, Price 98, Gray 73 in 1967. Dirksen 81 in 1967 and 85 in 468 votes. Percy 76 in 1967. Bennett holds all time 1951 onward.
James Reston Johnson plans to return from Texas to tackle a mid January budget that must blend political, economic, and military aims. He faces tax increase pressure from Wilbur Mills and the Ways and Means Committee alongside funding cuts, while reconciling war concerns at home and in Vietnam.
The analysis argues against a persistent pro liberal home front tone in campaign ads. It notes doubts about appeals to economic well being and social programs. It suggests Johnson will frame himself as a battler against Communists and Republican costs, while acknowledging broad national nerves.
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