Editorials Our Opinions Film stars no detriment to politics
A column assesses actors like George Murphy and Ronald Reagan entering public life. It notes film stars warning against politics is not as harmful as feared, cites Ray Page and Paul McCloskey as counterpoints, and suggests a future tilt toward Democrats if stars remain antiestablishment or diverge from Reagan’s conservatism.
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George Murphy
Senate
Ronald Reagan
California
Ray Page
Paul McCloskey
Shirley Temple
Sen. Murphy
Gov
Reagan
Robert Vaughn
Paul Newman
Robert Aughn
The
Southern Illinoisan
Vietnam
Carbondale
Norman Moore
Harley Teel
Lawrence Martin
Reid Martin
William McBride
Swatsville
Yesteryear
Multiage grouping praised as old school virtue
An Education USA report highlights multiage classrooms as an advantage over traditional one room schools. It notes students learn at own pace, older pupils review progress, and younger ones glimpse ahead while fostering cooperation and respect among diverse ages.
Too many too soon Early retirements heighten Social Security problems
Social Security officials warn many Americans retire before 65 risking lower benefits. Many 1966 retirees claimed reduced checks to start early, while others quit work early to cut credits. Officials debate limits and fuller benefits to avoid future financial trouble.
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Dick Barnes
Associated Press
Washington
Congress
Robert M. Ball
Social Security Commissioner
Ball
Social Security Administration
Republicans seek candidate by grafting traits of leaders
The piece satirically describes the 1968 Republican National Committee meeting at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore as a plan to graft traits from Nixon Reagan and Rockefeller into a single candidate. Negotiations involve Romney Nixon Reagan Lindsay and Percy with a surgeons brass and a comic tone about forging a president from disparate figures.
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Russell Baker
New York Times
Washington
Republican National Committee
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore
Republican Party
Republican Committee
Romney
Nixon
Nelson
George
Gee
Fellas
Rockefeller
White House
Reagan
Ron
Ren
Percy
Ronnie
Chuck
John Lindsay
John
National Committee
Johns Hopkins
Lyndon Johnson
Lindsay
Collegium
Abraham Lincoln
Franklin D. Roosevelt
John F. Kennedy
Johnson
Nice place without taverns White Ash letters oppose liquor vote
Two residents from White Ash oppose a wet/dry election noting the village's quality of life and church presence. They warn liquor sales would alter the community, hoping God guides a different path while rights and freedoms are discussed. The village plans an election and possible annexation of the Domino Club if approved.
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The
Southern Illinoisan
White Ash
Alva Jones
Rt. 1
Marion
Domino Club
Williamson County
Motorcycle helmet law sparks political pushback
Editor notes Senate Bill 61 requires motorcyclists to wear helmets and limits handlebar height, effective January 1, 1968. A letter urges organized riders in Southern Illinois to inform legislators up for re election and press for amending the law to exclude adults immediately.
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Illinois
Letter on school discipline and corporal punishment
A Carbondale reader defends corporal punishment in schools citing discipline needs and parental attitudes. The letter critiques modern behavior, reflects on past teachers, and contrasts policies with his current district rules requiring witnesses and written reports.
One good gun law, not 20,000 failures
A reader defends gun control, arguing for one effective law to curb gun violence. The column cites 20 000 existing laws and recounts recent killings to stress the need for a real measure, not more prohibitions. The writer calls for a single strong law even if it ends the NRA.
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The
Southern Illinoisan
J. Edgar Hoover
Mr. Schipf
Illinois
Carterville
University of Texas
Down South
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Schipf
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