Senate Sees TV Cameras as New Majority Foresees
The Senate’s new majority leader Howard Baker predicted televised proceedings this year and planned to introduce a resolution for camera coverage despite opposition from both major parties. House leaders prepare for early budget debates tied to GNP targets as Reagan cabinet confirmations loom.
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Edgar becomes Illinois secretary of state in Springfield
Jim Edgar a 34 year old former Charleston legislator was sworn in as Illinois 35th secretary of state in a ceremony attended by about 750 relatives and dignitaries. Chief Justice Goldenhersh administered the oath as Edgar pledged efficient fair service and no political firings. Edgar, born in 1946 in Finita Oklahoma, has deep roots in Coles County and previously served in the House after a 1974 bid. He replaces Dixon who becomes U.S. senator, and he hinted at new programs while noting possible debates over license plate and vehicle registration fee increases.
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Reagan names James Brady as White House press secretary
James Brady, an Illinois native and former Dirksen aide, named Reagan's press secretary. Brady, 40, will report to James Baker and the president, with an appointment expected to be announced in Washington.
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Two pickup truck crashes injure drivers in Franklin County
Tony Stevens reports two separate wrecks near Illinois 149 left Jeffery Cox 20 West Frankfort with major injuries after swerving to avoid an unseen vehicle and striking a tree near milepost 1 k 30 a.m. Brenda Syler 17 Benton sustained minor injuries after her southbound pickup swerved to miss an animal and overturned on No 18 Bottom Road two miles north of Illinois 149 near Benton at 1 45 p.m. Sunday.
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Equipment stolen from Carterville High School
Carterville police report about $300 in equipment missing from Carterville High School during the holiday break. Stolen items include a typewriter stamps two tape players a tape recorder three headphone sets and a stereo mixer. A third tape player was found 100 yards east of the football field aiding recovery due to the Carterville High School labeling.
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Southern Illinoisan Publication Office details and rates
The Southern Illinoisan lists its publication offices in Carbondale Herrin and Murphysboro with mailing addresses and phone numbers. It details subscription options including carrier and mail rates for 18 county area and Illinois, plus box for postmaster address changes.
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Drunk-Driver Laws Curtail Illinois Convictions
Illinois 1972 implied consent law reduced drunk driving convictions by about 40 percent while licensed drivers rose 17 percent, a Chicago Tribune study finds. Officials fault the law as costly and cumbersome with 90 minute test windows and dual Breathalyzer requirements allowing refusals.
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Iran takes control of 3 hostages in Tehran move
Iran says it has moved Bruce Laingen Vic tor Tomseth and Michael Howland from the Foreign Ministry to a new residence and now controls the other 49 captives held by militants in Tehran. Tehran disputes and US officials express concern over the shift as talks on the hostages continue.
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Iran Iraq Clash Escalates With Heavy Toll Reported
AP reports in 16th week of border fighting that Iran and Iraq claim major losses and disrupted oil industries. Baghdad Radio cites 78 Iranian dead and seven Iraqi deaths. Tehran Radio tallies Iranian and guerrilla fatalities and attacks, with both sides withholding full own-loss figures amid mounting domestic pressure on President Bani-Sadr.
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El Salvador killings Target US Citizens Amid Political Strife
El Salvador reports no leads as two American lawyers and a government official killed at the Sheraton Hotel. Duarte condemns the murders, while police say investigators have no progress. State Department mourns the deaths of three individuals tied to El Salvador’s reform efforts.
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Chicago school candidate withdrawal shakes superintendent search
The Chicago Board of Education halted its search as leading candidate Frederick D. Holliday withdrew his name on Sunday. The board, split by racial discord, planned an executive session to map next steps while Rev. Kenneth B. Smith, president, hoped a new superintendent would be named before week’s end.
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