Security Tightened for Carter Visit to Panama Canal Talks
Panamanian authorities imposed extraordinary security for President Carters stay as Gen. Omar Torrijos hosts treaty formalization. Troops sealed Tocumen International Airport and guarded the hotel and routes. thousands of guards managed crowds. Schools closed and signs urging Carter Go Home updated as demonstrations dispersal occurred. Over 200000 expected to greet Carter with a rally planned at Fifth of May Plaza.
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Panama City
Panama
Omar Torrijos
Carter
Tocuman International
National Guard
U.S
University of Panama
National Institute
Colon
Torrijos
Grand jury in Benton probes West Frankfort city govt
A Franklin County grand jury began hearing testimony in Benton regarding West Frankfort city government. Rosemary Kinsman and about 20 others including city officials and local business owners were subpoenaed. FBI agents are among witnesses. payroll policies and city purchases are among potential focus. The panel started late due to absent jurors and will hear testimony before Circuit Judge Charles Quindry. The city clerk’s office closed as many staff were subpoenaed.
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West Frankfort
Jim Kinsman
Franklin County
Benton
Rosemary Kinsman
Kinsman
Bernard Melvin
Don Sigler
Francine Terry
Barbara Graves
Sam Tanner
John Graskewicz
Bob Merlano
Bob
Interstate Shell Station
W. L. Stanley
Gale Stanley
Robert Johnson
Illinois Public Aid Office
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Charles Quindry
Lake Michigan diversion bill aims to curb flood fears
The U S House adopted a Yates amendment to curb Lake Michigan water diversion studies if flood risks rise on the Illinois waterway. It would also bar discharging Chicago sewage into the Illinois River. Downstate critics said fears persist and warned voters of potential flood dangers despite the compromise.
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Michael Isikoff
Washington
Lake Michigan
U.S. House Today
House
Chicago Democrat
Army Corps of Engineers
Illinois Waterway
Sidney Yates
Chicago
Illinois
Metropolitan
Greater Chicago
Ed Derwinski
R-Flossmoor
Paul Findley
R-Pittsfield
Findley
Yates
Downstate
Great Lakes Area
Congress
Robert Michel
R-Peoria
Michel
Metropolitan Sanitary District
Greater
Pittsfield
Derwinski
Cook County
Heat wave grips Southern Illinois with 90s to Tuesday
National Weather Service observer Rev Semancik reports temperatures climbing into the 90s across Southern Illinois with highs 90 to 95 today. Humidity will be high and chances of thundershowers rising late weekend. Friday through Tuesday expected hot and humid with 70s at night and 8 to 15 mph winds.
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Don Semancik
National Weather Service
Cairo
Semancik
New York paper studies plan to end guild strike
The Daily News and the Newspaper Guild study new proposals to end the strike that halted the paper’s publication. The New York Times and New York Post push for a settlement with threats to shut down if the strike persists. Non-striking News staff printed a 64 page edition before driver union president Douglas La Chance pulled his men off the job. Bottles were hurled at vans crossing picket lines, two trucks were set on fire, and several people hospitalized.
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New York Paper Studies
New York
The
Daily News
Newspaper Guild
New York Times
New York Post
Times
Douglas la Chance
Du Quoin District Votes on Two Site Options for Middle School
The Du Quoin school district approved taking options on two parcels as potential sites for a proposed middle school after a plan failed with voters last month.
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DU Quoin
Federal state local authorities raid Chicago area racetrack betting services
Federal, state and local authorities conducted 62 coordinated raids on messenger services linked to racetrack wagering in the Chicago area. The operation spanned multiple jurisdictions and targeted illicit betting networks operating around major racing venues. No injuries were reported and arrests were not detailed in the brief.
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Chicago
Gas deregulation stirs anew in Congress
Nationwide natural gas deregulation faces renewed controversy as lawmakers debate market impacts and consumer costs. The issue draws attention from committees and affected industries, with experts warning of possible price swings while proponents push for faster competition and bill outcomes.
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Congress
Editorial notes on Illinois reclamation law and media monopolies
An editorial urges support for a bill to strengthen regulations governing the reclamation of strip mined land in Illinois. It also flags growing media monopolies as a public concern, noting two related articles on page 4.
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Illinois
Interchurch Council to Sponsor Family Night at New Thompson Lake
The Interchurch Council will lead a family night featuring swimming games and a potluck dinner on Sunday at New Thompson Lake, offering community members a chance to gather and enjoy activities together.
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Carbondale Interchurch Council
New Thompson Lake
Salukis players join major league teams today
Sports column notes Jim Dwyer and Joe Wallis, two former SIUC Salukis, have joined new major league teams today. Carol Lambert, widow of SIUC basketball coach killed in a hotel fire, relocates to Alabama home today.
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Jim Dwyer
Joe Wallis
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Carol Lambert
SIUC
Alabama
Governor’s aides repay nearly $965 in personal calls
An AP probe found Gov. James Thompson and aides used state phones for personal and political calls. About $965 in reimbursements have been paid, with at least $365 still unpaid. A new policy now bans personal and political phone use on state lines.
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Martie Springfield
Washington, D.C
James Thompson
Associated Press
Thompson
Long
Greg Baise
Baise
Citizens For
Gover
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