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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1956
Page
4
Editorial urges Yes vote in Murphysboro to replace the old city hall. It cites 20 years of need, uses sales tax revenues to retire the bond, and promises no property tax increase. The piece argues the project offers a concrete, lasting improvement funded without tax hikes. It contrasts with broader nuclear testing policy.
A dairy scientist notes calm cows yield more milk than fretful ones though even the coolest cows do not produce cold cream. The piece also flags the oddity of color pairing, citing few wear a blue suit with blue suede shoes leading to questions about propriety in fashion.
Opinion urging Herrin voters to approve the water and sewer bond issue as essential for continued residential and industrial growth, arguing that a vote yes advances progress while a vote no risks lengthy delays. It stresses the need for forward momentum despite imperfect details.
The writer mocks football terminology by imagining a wing back as a chicken related device. The comment notes Alvin Dark as a preferable headline name and easier spelling than Schoendienst, hinting at sports writing sensibilities and name choice debates.
The 1950 loyalty law is limited to sensitive agencies. The Court says summary suspensions and dismissals based on loyalty cannot apply to non sensitive federal workers. Justice John Marshall Harlan writes that safeguards are needed and procedural rights preserved unless a clear danger exists. The decision marks a landmark for civil liberties and emphasizes fair trial rights.
A National Academy of Sciences report states that any radiation dose harms individuals and their descendants, warns against excessive X rays, and urges doctors to limit use to necessity. It cautions against nuclear testing and urges slower deployment of arms while urging governments to heed the warnings.
State Tax Climate Sunny By Ellis Roberts notes Illinois currently sits in a favorable position to attract new industry as firms search for plant locations. Executives focus on four factors: market, labor costs, transportation, and tax climate, with tax policy gaining importance in recent years.
The piece argues Illinois remains attractive to expanding industry due to a favorable tax climate and strong public services. It contrasts state tax burdens with New Jersey and others, notes Illinois does not levy an individual income tax or corporate net income tax, and highlights state revenue sources and property taxation policies shaping business location decisions.
Murphysboro voters will decide a single $80,000 bond issue to finance a new H shaped city hall on North Street with no increase in personal property taxes. The plan uses sales tax revenues estimated at $50,000 toward a $130,000 building, with debt paid from sales tax receipts. Polls open 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. in five wards. registration not required.
Loyal Illini balk at the decision to remove Illinium from the elements list though they do not press any claim to Tleitis. The remark implies a debate over academic terminology in a college setting and hints at student sentiment regarding scientific nomenclature.
John Bond of the Herrin water department, with 33 years service, insists Herrin must approve water and sewer plant improvements. He warns that without upgrades, additional sewer tie ins cannot occur, industry is hampered, and Rt 148 work stalls. He recalls past water restrictions and fears renewed limits during peak seasons unless facilities are expanded.
The Nether Building in Carbondale was sold Friday for its option price of 70,300 in a 206,150 real estate deal involving three adjoining structures under option since February. Options also extend on Leo's Tavern and Prince Hotel on Monroe Street, with purchaser Faye Greenberg not yet宣布 plans.
U S per capita use of evaporated milk fell from 18 percent of pounds in 1947 to 15 percent in 1953, reflecting a steady decline in household intake over the period.
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