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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1982
Page
4
John C. Gardner and Peter W. Selkowe express views on Southern Illinois issues and the actions of Lee Enterprises, analyzing local media influence and community impact with a critical, observer tone. The piece reflects on regional perspectives and editorial responsibilities.
Southern Illinois youngsters trade minibikes for microcomputers this summer as districts fund camps and tutoring to spark future tech skills. Yet nationwide math and science declines, stiff budgets, and reduced high school programs risk a generation ill equipped for engineering and software jobs. Local teachers and volunteers deserve praise for exposing students to computers despite federal and state funding gaps.
A congressional report argues the Midwest will grow its share of computer, telecoms and research firms from 7.2 percent to 9.6 percent by 1986. Strong locations, lower costs and climate are advantages, but education in science and math is essential to move from production to computer era. Illinois universities and Southern Illinois University Carbondale could lead, aided by business government alliance and community colleges.
New Yorker Jo Thomas surveys William French Smith at the Justice Department amid protests over civil rights cases and tax policy. He defends record, notes tense White House ties and his role as adviser while enforcing law regardless of politics.
Letter urges ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment by June 30. Cites Carnegie study on poverty among widows, contrasts treatment of women today with 1869 views, and invokes St Paul Jesus and Mill to argue for gender equality. Appeals readers to write Governor Thompson and Springfield legislators.
Randy Davis of Murphysboro criticizes Evan Davis for liberal bias in Is Prine as Wearing Political Blinders. He argues for unbiased reporting based on facts and loyalty to readers, noting not all Republicans are bad and not all Democrats are good, even Paul Simon.
Ernest Morgan Herrin condemns threats to derail a procedural rule vote on ERA. He argues the majority should not bow to intimidation, warns of Supreme Court challenges, and calls for adjournment and a fresh start with a revised amendment.
Carbondale's city government bends rules to push agendas, jeopardizing citizens. Citizens express frustration and call for moral leadership to safeguard lawfulness and public welfare.
Thanks are offered for the Herrin Memorial Day Races which attracted nearly 400 runners from multiple states. The success is attributed to Art Reveal Nick Jones and the Herrin Roadrunners Club, with Gary Will and the Herrin Coca Cola Company sponsoring and providing awards. Organizers anticipate next year’s event.
The Falklands dispute widens the Anglo American alliance as Britain resists Washington’s push for a quick cease-fire and joint postwar control. U.S. officials claim Americans aided British defense with smart missiles, while Thatcher rejects U.S. timing on sovereignty talks and a broader trusteeship plan.
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