Thompson blamed for no replacement tax plan in Illinois
Governor James Thompson faces criticism for not producing a viable replacement for the corporate personal property tax. He accuses the legislature of inaction, while supporters say he has not offered clear leadership or a concrete alternative, despite a spring commission and a 1979 deadline looming.
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James Thompson
Harry Truman
Illinois
Thompson
Linois Supreme Court
Children Should Sit Nonvoting On School Boards
Illinois lawmakers rejected Rep. Susan Catania’s amendment to allow students to sit on school boards as nonvoting members elected by peers and at least seventh graders. The proposal aimed to invite informed participation during deliberations, akin to sharing ideas around a dinner table, and should be proposed again next year.
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Susan Catania
Chicago
Boards of Education
Ilinois
Catania
Rep. Catania
Mobile home anchoring bill poised to improve safety
Senate approves a measure requiring all new or relocated mobile homes in Illinois to be anchored to the ground with tie-down cables and anchors. The plan aims to cut property damage, injuries, and deaths from severe storms and tornadoes. The Department of Public Health must draft regulations promptly after Governor Thompson signs the bill.
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James Thompson
Department of Public Health
Senate
Illinois
Illinois Manufactured Housing Association
Department of Public
Thompson
Politicians and the perils of market price control
From Harper's a critique of how lawmakers stepping into market pricing for commodities like natural gas can create a systemic muddle. It argues that well meant attempts to set fair or just prices often lower them, discourage producers, and push business into overlooked sectors, illustrating how good intentions yield insoluble market confusion.
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United States
How to submit letters to editor in Southern Illinoisan
Readers are invited to send letters on news matters, limited to 300 words or less, and may be edited. Include full name, address, and phone number for verification. only name and hometown printed unless occupation is relevant. Libelous or tasteless letters may be returned, and editors may use notes or require responses.
Public Action Council loses clout in Illinois lobbying scene
Michael Awbrey reports Public Action, the 60-member coalition led by former state figures, faces diminished influence as bills on mortgage regulation real estate taxes and utility rates fail. Critics blame a misstep after rebukes of six Democratic lawmakers and the group’s aggressive anti corporate rhetoric.
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Ilinois
Public Action Council
General Assembly
Public Action
Southern Counties Action Movement
Ralph Nader
Chicago
Saul Alinsky
California
Public
Michael Bakalis
James Thompson
Ilinois Commerce Commission
Senate
Larry Stuffle
Charleston
David Robinson
Springfield
Legislative Club
Common Cause
Robinson
George Travers
Commonwealth Edison
Travers
Illinois
The
Catholic Church
Campaign For Human Development
Graduation Honor Ragged by NHS Custom at Johnston City High
A Johnston City High School graduation on June 1 1979 drew reader concern over National Honor Society practices. The letter cites missing white collars and that NHS members were named without lifelong status noted, accusing the principal of missteps and lack of an adviser in the society.
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Southern Illinoisan
Johnston City
Johnston City High School
George R. Kee
Johnston City High School Honor Society Inactive 1978-79
The George R Kee Memorial Honor Society at Johnston City High School was inactive in 1978 79 due to advisor resignation and no sponsor. Faculty proposed senior members wear gold ropes at graduation and be honored, while plans continued to secure a new adviser for 1979 80.
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George R. Kee
Johnston City High School
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Harper’s
Southern Illinois
Lindsay-Schaub
John C. Gardner
Ampaign
Out of the ‘Legislative Club
David Awbrey
National Honor Society
John D. Parks
Johnston City Community
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