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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1981
Page
4
An unclear fragment suggests reflection on aging and wisdom, with no concrete events, dates, or identifiable persons. The text appears incomplete, offering a philosophical musing rather than a reportable news item or notice.
The Detroit News recalls Gandhi's mind changes to note how politicians reveal motives. Gov. James Thompson, who argued 30 votes were needed to elect a Senate president, switched in 1981 and now faces a Democratic minority stalemate. The move may backfire, uniting Democrats and nullifying action without 30 votes, with the governor aging and facing an election as public wrath looms.
A Southern Illinois dog named Buttons was recovered after 23 days missing since December 30, 1980. The Mezo family and neighbors celebrated as the dog, found in good shape and freshly bathed, returned home to Allan Mezo and his son Rodney, with thanks to those who cared and returned him.
A letter from David R. Maragni of Marion urges Americans to give thanks for the release of hostages and to pray for President Reagan and former President Carter. He signs the note as a citizen commentator.
A letter from Elizabeth L Money of Carbondale urges securing fuel oil and other flammables to prevent accidents after she lost control when a dark can on the Giant City Blacktop Road burst under her car. Wardell Riggs Sr. of Carterville commends an earlier Viet vet sacrifice editorial.
The piece surveys rising gun sales and NRA resistance amid crime concerns and calls for federal licensing and registration. It quotes Hand Gun Control, Inc., police and safety advocates, and several individuals offering differing views on self defense, crime, and the potential for future legislation.
Supreme Court ruling unanimously that states may allow televised court coverage but did not mandate it. Chief Justice Burger cautions against assuming cameras yield an accurate or fair portrayal, noting risks of juror prejudice and distraction while acknowledging public access to due process benefits. States may experiment with camera access.
Editorial by William V. Thomas analyzes the survival struggle of historically black colleges as integration expands and funding tightens. It notes declining share of black students at black colleges, rising enrollments in white institutions, and calls for preserving black higher education while expanding access. Public figures including Tony Brown and Dick Gregory warn of risks, with funding and policy pressures under debate as the Reagan era begins.
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