Pennsylvania Cyclists Trek for Red Cross Benefit
Two Allenstown men Randy Fatzinger and Jonathan Ripson bicycle from San Francisco to Pennsylvania for a Red Cross fundraiser. They faced tire blowouts and soft shoes but ride about 70 to 80 miles daily, aiming for August 22 arrival. They started June 8, follow the Trans America Trail, and rely on sponsors, friends, and a restaurant map in Allentown. Ripson, a Lehigh University graduate, plans further studies, while Fatzinger will attend Stevens Tech. The Carbondale stop served as a planned mail drop and lodging with local friends.
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Randy Fatzinger
Jonathan Ripson
Allentown
Afer
San Francisco
American Red Cross
Red Cross
H.A. Winston and Co
Fatzinger
Arizona
Jon
Durango
Kaskaskia State Park
Chester
Ripson
Lehigh University
Bethlehem
Group works to protect Kinkaid Lake swim area
A public education session at Kinkaid Lake spillway drew about 400 signatures on petitions and volunteers cleaned the area. Ray Lenzi of the Southern Illinois People’s Development Cooperative said the effort aims to keep the popular swim spot open and educate the public about government action and liability. The group plans further petitions and trash pickup, seeking more litter barrels to maintain the area.
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Tony Stevens
Southern Illnoisan
Kinkaid Lake
Ray Lenzi
Southern Illinois People’s Development Cooperative
Lenzi
Crab Orchard
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Kaid Lake
Department of Conservation
U.S. Forest Service
Kinkaid-Reed
Randolph County Fair dries track after rain delays
After a week of heavy rain that disrupted rides in Missouri and events at Sparta the Randolph County Fair ordered dust suppression for the demolition derby finale. Fair president Norlyn Wolters noted storms bypassed the grounds allowing a dry Saturday and a record grandstand crowd for the derby.
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Sparta
Randolph
Jackson
Norlyn Wolters
Wolters
Roxanne Schoenberger
Susan Russell
James Brown
Elizabeth Klingeman
Frances Pautler
Evansville
Susie Suggs
Jimmy Queen
Ksd-Radio
St. Louis
Wade Ray
St. Louis Area
Who Can Love a Ferret In Pet Owners Talk Tuesday
Ferrets make great pets though they nip fingers sometimes. They are described as soft, funny, inquisitive, and smart, offering a different companionship. Tuesday Living notes ferret enthusiasts share experiences.
Fruit leather tips from Perry County extension adviser
Charlotte Coffer, home economics extension adviser for Perry County, explains drying produce from the garden. Learn methods to preserve fruit for meals and snacks, reducing storage space and offering a fun, practical activity.
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Charlotte Coffer
Perry County
Simon and Reagan clash in six month review of policy
Paul Simon of Carbondale and Ronald Reagan faced opposite positions on major bills during the first six months of the new administration. The columnist assesses how these battles shaped Southern Illinois politics and policy.
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Paul Simon
Carbondale
Reagan
Simon
Illinois
Southern Illinoisan Subscription and Office Contact Details
The notice lists circulation rates for Sunday through Friday delivery and mail options, with prices for 18 county areas and Illinois. It also provides office phone numbers for Carbondale Murphysboro Herrin Marion and classified ad lines. Address changes should be sent to Box 2108 Carbondale Illinois 62901.
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Southern Illinoisan
USPS
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Carbondale
Ill
Herrin
Murphysboro
Souern Illinoisan
Ulinois
Carbondale Free Press
Herrin Daily Journal
Murphysboro Independent
Illinois
Marion
Johnston City Man Stable After Home Fire
Thomas Galbreath, 72, of Johnston City, is in stable condition at Herrin Hospital after a smoke inhalation incident at his east Johnston City home on Corinth Road. Fire crews responded around 8:56 p.m. no other injuries were reported.
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Thomas Galbreath
Johnston City
Herrin Hospital
Galbreath
Williamson County Fire Department
Corinth Road
Sheriff's Department
AMA releases Drug Abuse handbook on marijuana effects
The American Medical Association presents its first comprehensive data handbook on marijuana. It warns regular adolescent use can impair emotional maturation and learning and may cause permanent psychological damage. The report also links marijuana to lung damage miscarriages and sperm abnormalities.
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Chicago
American Medical Association
AMA
Old Ben 21 Wildcatters Stay Out
Miners at Old Ben Coal Co No 21 mine near Lesser remain away from work in a wildcat strike that began Thursday. United Mine Workers local leader Dave McCowen says workers oppose Old Ben’s strict absenteeism policy under the new national contract, noting doctors’ slips are being rejected. He urges a return to work though the issue is delicate and echoing across Southern Illinois mines.
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Old Ben Coal Co
United Mine Workers
Dave McCowen
Old Ben
UMW
McCowen
McCowan
Southern Illinois
Old Ben No 25 and No 27 Resumed Operations After Strike
A wildcat strike at Southern Illinois Old Ben mines ended as work resumed at Old Ben No. 25 and adjacent No. 27. UMW spokesperson says 4 p.m. shift Friday restored normal operations after a week of disruption over a roof safety dispute. Miners met at West Frankfort park and agreed to return.
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Illinois
United Mine Workers
Old Ben No. 25
Old Ben No. 27
No. 25
West Frankfort
UMW
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