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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1968
Page
14
Illinois state Rep. Anthony Scariano says the Illinois Central Railroad aims to discontinue commuter passenger service, creating a vicious circle of rising fares and falling ridership. He accuses the railroad of prioritizing freight revenue and notes no new passenger cars since 1926.
The Williamson County Housing Authority Board reports 18 tenants face small claims for unpaid rent after eviction or leaving without payment. Plans proceed on Colp units, Johnston City maintenance building conversion to add 78 housing units, and a propane bid from Worsham Gas Co. Also notes a grand jury bound over Van Russell for window theft and a fatal hunting accident near Mount Vernon. Mayor Olson announces bid for state auditor.
Fire departments say the Phi Delta Theta house was damaged extensively by a first floor started blaze, spreading to the upper floors of the three story building while unoccupied during semester break. Weather data shows varied spring-like temperatures and precipitation forecasts across Illinois. Funeral services are planned for Robert Lee Cantrell, 52, former Johnston City resident, in Johnston City with burial at Lakeview Cemetery.
Murphysboro officials acted on 17 minor items and discussed major actions. The council reaffirmed water usage from Kinkaid Lake for future distribution, pursued condemnation of eight properties, and planned drive up mail box installation. They reviewed building codes, zoning penalties, and municipal finances while inviting band performances at the state fair.
Murphysboro police answered an average nine calls per day in 1967. Chief Toby Berger reported 3,227 total calls including 267 accidents, 74,423 miles traveled, 338 violations tickets and 12,213 parking meter tickets. A detailed month by month breakdown will be presented later.
Pope Paul VI met for 20 minutes with Dr. Christiaan Barnard in Vatican City and congratulated him on heart transplant work. Barnard said he was very satisfied with the meeting and the pope expressed hope such operations benefit mankind.
Du Quoin Police investigate a hit and run involving a parked car on Main Street around 11:30 p m. Hiley Brock of 350 East Franklin reported rear damage to his vehicle near 207 East Main Street. An unoccupied car found in a nearby ditch is held, linked to Hubert Martin of Carbondale. The Illinois Secretary of State reports license actions for 17 residents including revocations for DWI and suspensions for multiple violations with probationary permits issued to several individuals.
The state hospital near Anna hires Dr. Hermogenes Torres of Manila to its medical staff at 1370 dollars monthly. He earned a Manila Central University degree and trained at St Francis Blue Island Meadowbrook Memorial in New York. New hires include Donald Karnuth and others across departments while several resignations and leaves were noted.
Fire early Sunday damaged an apartment in the Ambassador building on Danny Street in Carbondale. Firemen said the blaze started in a clothes closet and was confined there. Water and smoke damage were extensive. about 10:40 a.m. fire started. Four Southern Illinois University students occupied the apartment. no injuries. Damage estimated around $4,000. Cause undetermined.
Williams W A Bud Williams speech instructor at Murphysboro Township High School was installed as Kiwanis Club president for 1968 by Al Daman lieutenant governor of Kiwanis District 16. Officials include Glenn Roberts vice president Donald Satterlee secretary Paul McRoy treasurer and directors Lewis Berkbigler Charles Young Mike Hanrahan Dave Baril Henry Grob Lynn Eudy Larry Mittendorf. The club plans a 1968 fishing rodeo for youths and continues annual support for the MTHS honors banquet Junior Senior prom Kiddie Pet and Hobby Parade of the Murphysboro Apple Festival. Contributions go to the Chamber of Commerce United Fund Spastic Paralysis Foundation Murphysboro Achievement Center and kiddie playground development in Riverside Park. A March 2 promotion features high school coaches versus Murphysboro merchants in a basketball game at the high school. Club meets Mondays at 6 15 p m at the Kitchen Cafe.
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