Keene Brothers See Rise of Large Firms Changing Southern Illinois Trade
The Keene brothers recount how small independent haulers and movers face aggressive consolidation into larger chains. They trace shifts from coal mines to steel erection and van line agency work, noting depopulated mines and a growing need for flexibility. They describe three business shifts since 1936, 1946, and 1959, and outline their current setup with 15 to 18 employees, 20 semi trailers, and 22 support machines. Both emphasize shared goals yet differing temperaments and roles in commission work and community service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dave Keene
Jack Keene
United van Lines
Illinois
Keenes
William Keene Sr
Pinckneyville
Keene
Indiana
Missouri
University of Missouri
Columbia Mo
David Keene
du Quoin
Carbondale
United van Lines Company
St. Louis
Pyramid Coal Co
Pyramid
Southern Illinois University
Keene Transfer and Storage Company
Jack
David Keenes
Cindy Street
Tatum Heights
Jack Keenes
Chautauqua Street
Commission
Commission For Economic Opportunity
First Methodist Church Board of Directors
New Sewing Center Opens in Carbondale at 126 S Illinois Ave
Curtis Hawkins of Singer Co. showcases the store’s new quarters at 126 S Illinois Ave Carbondale moving from 116 N Illinois Ave The expanded facility adds fabric patterns notions home entertainment with TV radio phonographs floor care department typewriters and a repair service grand opening runs Monday through Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtis Hawkins
Singer Co
Carbondale
S. Illinois Ave
Illinois Ave
Phonograph
Police Briefs From Marion Highlight Fines
In Marion, Fred Rott paid $15 for speeding while Alice Boyd faced a $15 fine for failing to yield right of way. The notices reflect routine traffic enforcement entries from local police files.
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Marion
Fred Rott
Alice Boyd
General Telephone Promotes Earl Arendell at Carbondale Office
General Telephone Co. promotes Earl A. Arendell to plant supervisor at the Carbondale office. Arendell, a Murphysboro native, joined the company in 1949 and has served as a lineman and serviceman. He and his wife Vivian reside on Route 1, Carbondale. Emmett Gilbert of Royalton qualifies for Kansas City Life Insurance Presidents Club after meeting production goals. Norge appoints Eckman as merchandising director for Borg-Warner Norge division. Eckman has 20 years in appliances and previously worked in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Telephhone Co
Earl A. Arendell
Carbondale
R. A. Reel
Murphysboro
Arendell
The
Telephone Company
Vivian
Rt. 1
Emmett Gilbert
Royalton
Kansas City Life Insurance Co
Ing
Norge
Borg- Warner Corp
Chicago
Herrin
Carbondale Motels Change Hands in Local Deal
Frank B. Parrish and M. E. Morgan of Carbondale have purchased the Plaza Motel at 600 E. Main St. from Ralph Gray. Morgan and his wife Rachael will manage the 44-unit property as remodeling begins with new furniture and carpeting. Gray built the motel in 1954 and previously owned it with Vernell and Marie McCormack and Archie Griffin. Gray also operates Gray Cadillac and Bel-Aire motels in Carbondale. Parrish also owns a Quality Court motel franchise planned for between Carbondale and Murphysboro. The Navy Recruiting Office in Marion will close Wednesday with regular hours resuming Thursday.
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Frank B. Parrish
M. E. Morgan
Carbondale
Plaza
Ralph Gray
Morgan
Rachael
E. Main St
Century Sports
Parrish
Gray
Vernell
Marie McCormack
Archie Griffin
Murphysboro
Navy
Marion
Ten Story Dorm project eyed for Carbondale campus
Construction of a 10 story dormitory at 402-405 S Logan St in Carbondale may start this fall after December approval by the Carbondale Zoning Board of Appeals. Realty Development Co Chicago seeks a $1.2 million project with a special exception due to height limits in the R-5 zone. Plans exist but a city building permit has not yet been applied for per inspector Tom Easterly.
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Carbondale
The
Realty Development Co
Chicago
Carbondale Zoning Board of Appeals
S. Logan St
Tom Easterly
Carbondale Building and Zoning
Illinois Credit Union Membership Tops One Million in 1965
Illinois credit unions grew in 1965 with more than one million members across 1 743 unions. Reserves rose 27.1 percent from 34.7 million to 47.6 million, nine unions surpassed 1 million dollars to reach 97 total. Borrowers increased to 517 705 and officials to 18 335. Per member savings fell by 26 dollars while loans per borrower dropped from 998 to 862. Median 4 percent dividend stoodunchanged.
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Illinois Credit Union League
Quadrangle Dorms Appoints New General Manager
Robert Alexander, 53, named general manager of the Wall Street Quadrangle student housing in southeast Carbondale. A native of Waukesha Wisconsin and former military, he will relocate the Quadrangle office from 606 E Main St to the 111 acre residence hall site and will live on site with his wife and two sons.
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Robert Alexander
Wall Street
Carbondale
Alexander
Waukesha
Wis
E. Main St
Marion Man Fined for Speeding in Wet Conditions
Ernest Mofield was cited for driving too fast for conditions in Marion, with a $15 fine imposed.
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Marion
Ernest Mofield
Tiffany III Names Adolph Platzl New Manager
Adolph Platzl has taken over as manager of Tiffany III at 719 South Illinois Avenue Carbondale after a closure during the transition. Melvin Skolnik Chicago head of University Housing Developers owns Tiffany III. The restaurant shifts from cafeteria style to wait service and will operate 11 am to midnight with plans to open at 7 am in the future.
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Adolph Piatzl
Tiffany III
S. Illinois Ave
Carbondale
Melvin Skolnik
University Housing Developers
Chicago
Wall Street
Platzl
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Diane Keller
Marion Motors
Ford Division
Dave
Murphysboro Iron & Metal Co
Gartside
Collard’s
North 17Th
General Telephone
Earl Arendell
Royalton Insurance
Ident’s Club
Gilbert
Eckman
Robert W. Eckman
First National Bank
Gorham
Universal
Roe
Bening I
E. Main
Carbondale Lot Bel
Whelesels Disturbviers
Wuest
Lake Chautauqua
Lee
Reiman Realty
West Main
West Frankfort
Johnston City
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