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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1971
Page
4
Editorial argues the Coal Mine Health and Safety Act of 1969 failed to cut accidents as mining deaths rose 28 percent in 1970. It criticizes the Bureau of Mines for insufficient inspections, cites Illinois data, and warns production pressures trump safety. It calls for more inspectors and real commitment to protecting miners.
Southern Illinois promotes a season of free and low cost summer recreation across park districts with picnics scenic drives and walks. Transportation remains a barrier for the young elderly and low income families while SIU offers eight weekends of music theater and plays including Tobacco Road Fiddler on the Roof The Crucible Street Scene You Cant Take It With You Guys and Dolls Dracula and Camelot. Take time this summer to enjoy Southern Illinois and all its offerings.
The Illinois House Speaker W Robert Blair rejects an informal map drafted by the 24 member congressional delegation aimed at preserving their seats. He breaks with tradition by not ratifying the plan and advocates open debate on district lines.
Chicago residents approve Mayor Daley’s choice of members for the city board of education. The piece contrasts with his other picks of judges and party candidates. The notice also notes a revival of old-fashioned dances and references a railroads themed ballad without new verses for Railpax or Amtrak.
The Southern Illinoisan distinguishes editorials and reader letters as opinion content. Staff columns and signed pieces appear with personal viewpoints, while news analysis carries separate indicators to alert readers to differing content. The paper aims for objectivity in news reporting and fair coverage of all facts.
James Reston argues that the Pentagon papers controversy shows the need for a thorough congressional inquiry into the war and executive secrecy. He praises press muckraking by Neil Sheehan while stressing the Congress must sift facts, subpoena witnesses, and judge documents to protect national security and democratic processes.
David Felts recalls five weeks away and a thorough return to home chores. He notes newspaper stacks, selective reading, and London travels, ice cube shortages in hotels, English humor, a Meteor cruise ship fire, and flights with limited first class passengers.
A reader asks why ex spouses remain liable for charges after divorce. The answer says you are only responsible for bills specified in the decree and advises notifying creditors, closing joint accounts, and reopening accounts in your own name. The guidance comes from the Illinois State Bar Association.
A comparison notes how Peter Rabbit’s wholesome appeal contrasts with Bugs Bunny’s edgy humor, illustrating shifting tastes across generations. The piece discusses audience reactions and cultural timelines.
The Southern Illinoisan announces John C. Gardner as Editor and General Manager, with Robert D. Reid and James K. Adams holding key editorial roles in the organization.
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