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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1978
Page
4
The first test tube baby born to Gilbert and Lesley Brown in Oldham, England prompts religious and ethical concerns. Critics warn of robotic monstrosities and invasion of privacy while advocates see hope for childless families. Adoption remains a practical alternative as scientists call for rationing and cautious progress.
Senate leader Byrd pledges a special session after elections to move Carter energy plan, arguing delay threatens inflation, dollar value, and Illinois jobs. World money managers watching Congress, dollar drop hurts Illinois manufacturers and farmers, tax revenue, schools, roads, and public aid. Byrd aims to spur recovery with an intelligent plan.
Russell Baker writes a reflective, humorous column on New York minority dynamics, focusing on Wasps white Anglo Saxon Protestants as the only group urged to restrain fun while others stage parades and jokes. He recalls clubs, family nostalgia, and his own reluctant Wasp identity.
A reader from Dowell urges Illinois adopt Proposition 13 like California, arguing taxes rise yearly. He criticizes tax bills and sheriff protection costs, noting many residents are unaware of Dowell’s location and favor less government spending by limiting politicians.
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A personal reflection by editor Robert J Boyle on father son dynamics and the push to match parental ambitions. He recalls his own career and education while noting his son Jody's path diverges, including his son becoming a “shoppie” or motorhead in high school and the impact on family expectations.
A father recalls his son, labeled a shoppie, a grease-stained, joyful mechanic who fixed an $800 wreck for $25 with friends in a vo-tech world. The piece celebrates the skills, loyalty, and happiness of these workers, and how they reshape parental expectations.
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