Snowy roads prompt widespread volunteer aid for dialysis patient
In Franklin County Illinois volunteers with four wheel drive vehicles delivered meals medicines and assisted residents stranded by heavy snowfall. Three youths from St Louis drove 3 hours to help Mrs Dewey Morgan of Thompsonville reach a Carbondale dialysis appointment and other EDPS crews coordinated shelter runs while the Big Muddy Four Wheelers delivered meds and groceries. The Carbondale Yellow Cab Co shut down evenings through mornings due to losses and damage from the storm.
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Dewey Morgan
Thompsonville
Carbondale
Franklin County
St. Louis
Roger Arnold
Mark Gravagna
Joe Spelman
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Mrs. Morgan
EDPS
Sheriff’s Offices
Murphysboro
Carter Proposes Broad Tax Cuts and Reforms
President Carter submitted to Congress a controversial tax cut and reform package aimed at speeding growth through 1979. It would cut taxes for individuals under 100000 while raising taxes for higher earners, reduce corporate rates, curb entertainment and medical deductions, and raise revenue with 9 billion in measures to limit meals deductions and curb tax shelters.
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Washington
Carter
Congress
Treasury
Sadat pledges ongoing peace push despite Jerusalem deadlock
Egyptian President Anwar el-Sadat vowed to continue the peace initiative despite the Jerusalem talks stalemate. He urged international support, especially from the United States, and said the effort now belongs to the world to prevent the opportunity for peace from slipping away. He noted Israel’s arms strength and asked Washington not to impose a Russian-style embargo, stressing that weapons would bolster Egypt's bargaining power while not targeting Israel. Begin commented on seeking a negotiated end to the conflict and awaited Israel’s cabinet decision on rejoining talks and the Cairo talks on Sinai withdrawal.
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Associated Press
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Anwar ¢l-Sadat
Jerusalem
Sadat
Israel
People’s Assembly
Ieader
Menachem Begin
Sinai
Begin
Cyrus R. Vance
Carter
Egypt
United States
Soviet Union
Alfred Atherton
Sinai Peninsula
Igloos Rise On SIU Campus Amid Snowy Week
Southern Illinois University Carbondale students build igloos for shelter while waiting for Emerson Lake and Palmer tickets. On Emerald Lane and near the SIU Arena they craft 5 by 7 ft structures with dyed ice windows, carpet, plastic, and newspapers, housing eight to nine people, and plan soup and coffee, lacking indoor plumbing.
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Carbondale
Emerald Lane
Kevin Young
Ron Dechter
Southern
Illinois University-Carbondale
Emerson, Lake and Palmer
SIU Arena
SIUC
Dechter
Young
Weatherman Sees No Snow For Southern Illinois Today
Weather observer John McDonald near Carbonale says the Southern Illinois area is unlikely to see snow today or until midweek. If snow occurs it would be late tonight with under half an inch possible and temperatures in the low to mid 20s by day, low teens at night. A cold front from Washington could bring snow and colder temperatures by Wednesday, but amounts remain uncertain.
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Southern Illinois
John McDonald
Carbondale
Washington
McDonald
Berkey Defeats Kodak in Monopoly Verdict
The Eastman Kodak Co. was found by a Manhattan jury in Federal Court to have used its technological dominance to monopolize amateur photography markets. Berkey Photos Inc. wins a $300 million civil action, with Kodak yearly sales near $6 billion and Berkey under $200 million. Analysts say limited stock impact. Berkey gains favorable prospects.
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New York Times
Eastman Kodak Co
Federal District Court
Manhattan
Berkey Photos Inc
Kodak
Berkey
Wall Street
Berkey Photo Inc
New York
Fire Chief Ren nie Bedar retires at 53 for rest and fishing
Good Morning Du Quoin reports Fire Chief Rennie Bedar retires at age 53 to relax, fish, and enjoy other important activities. The article highlights a brief personal note on his departure from the fire department.
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DU Quoin
Rennie Bedar
Simon Seen As Likely Budget Committee Chairman
Nation Rep. Paul Simon of Carbondale, a three year congressman, is described as the likely next chairman of the influential House Budget Committee. The report notes his rapid rise and potential leadership role.
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Paul Simon
Carbondale
House Budget Committee
Congress
Main stumbling block in peace talks questions Palestinian participation
World AIDES to U S Secretary Cyrus Vance report that the central issue in Israel Egypt peace negotiations is deciding which Palestinian Arabs should take part in self determination talks. Page 7.
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U.S
Cyrus Vance
Israel
Egypt
Illinois farmers seek action in Washington after grievances
Illinois farmers travel to Washington to air complaints and meet officials, only to find more work ahead before any response. A separate panel urges $25,000 higher pay for state officials including the governor. Commentary notes Phyllis Schlafly and her Eagles brigade rising before elections, with Carol Alexander’s articles on pages 17 and 18.
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Illinois
Washington
Phyllis Schlafly
Eagles
Schlafly
Carol Alexander
Survival of winter for furry, feathered and human life
The excerpt notes how animals and people endure winter’s chill and discomfort. It references a description on page 25 detailing coping strategies and daily adaptations to cold conditions.
Feirich Schoen Mager Green and Associates Relocates
A Southern Illinois law firm with a long-standing tradition has expanded and relocated to a new office. The firm now operates under Feirich Schoen Mager Green and Associates, featuring one of the longest firm names in the region.
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Southern Illinois
Feirich, Schoen
Editorial and Arts Notes Spur State College Guide
Southern Illinois urges organized leadership and long range planning in an editorial on Page 4. An investigation into glass art by Professor Bill Boysen explores the craft and history of glassblowing on Page 27. Page 16 carries the main story.
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Southern Illinois
Bill Boysen
Salukis Beat Creighton in Hard- fought Conference Clash
Southern Illinois University Carbondale men defeat Creighton 76 to 69 in a tight conference matchup. The Saluki women struggle at their invitational tournament, reporting mixed results on page nine.
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Salukis
Creighton
Saluki
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