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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1985

Page

5

Seat belt law faces varied enforcement in counties

Law will be enforced alongside other traffic rules with a mix of verbal and written warnings. Deputies plan to enforce seat belts as they do headlights and speeding, prioritizing safety while focusing on habit formation and officer discretion.

Mandrell Kilquist Jackson County Richter Hogan Carbondale

Tom's Place owner weighs future of long-time restaurant

De Soto area landmark Tom's Place faces possible permanent closure after owner Loran Dale Bruns suspended operations pending a decision next week. The 63 year old establishment has been on the market four months amid a weak economy, high overhead, and changing dining habits. Bruns plans to consult with associates before finalizing whether to reopen or sell. The site, opened in 1921 as a Prohibition speakeasy, has hosted many notable guests and loyal patrons since.

Ann Schottman Knol Tom’s Place de Soto Loran Dale Bruns Bruns Southern Illinois Groucho Marx Bob Hope Henry Mancini William Hayes du Quoin State Fair

Forecast Promises Warm Weekend Rise in Temps

The reporter notes expected temperatures to climb starting Sunday. Locals are advised to prepare for milder conditions, though peak warmth details remain uncertain as the weekend approaches.

Carterville Unit 5 Plans Area Meeting With Legislators

Carterville Unit 5 school board outlines an area wide session at 7 30 p m Monday Feb 4 in Carterville High School auditorium to discuss education issues with area legislators including Sen Glen Poshard and Reps Jim Rea David Phelps Ralph Dunn Bruce Richmond and Sen Vince Demuzio.

Carterville Unit 5 Southern Illinois Carterville Robert Mees Carterville High School Glen Poshard Jim Rea David Phelps Ralph Dunn Bruce Richmond Vince Demuzio

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