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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1973
Page
5
Mayor John McVey and the Herrin City Council named March Brotherhood Month to support the Mt Olive Baptist Church reconstruction in Colp, following a January 11 fire. The Herrin Ministerial Alliance and local donors aim to raise $25,000, with strong community enthusiasm backing the effort.
The piece cites Walter Cronkite accusing the Nixon administration of manipulating public opinion to discredit press freedom. It notes anticipated attacks from media critics and condemns perceived churlish tactics while acknowledging foreign policy breakthroughs and broad praise for Nixon.
Gov Daniel Walker issues an executive order requiring extensive disclosure of assets liabilities income and gifts for all appointees and state employees earning 20 000 or more and in positions subject to undue influence. A three man ethics board chaired by Abner Mikva will enforce the rules with public filing and tax return support.
KFVS Channel 12 Cape Girardeau pulls Edward Albee drama Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf from air after pre screening cites profanity. The station replaces it with The Magic Box despite Oscar winning cast. Station manager declined to elaborate.
The article records Mike Shear and others discussing censorship at a television station. McNeely and Slinkard contrast partial and full film views, noting refusals to air provocative works like The Damned and Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf. They stress context and station standards.
The author questions why a TV station refused to air Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf citing fear of corruption. Executives cite autonomy and audience complaints while critics argue adults decide what offends them and question whether children are harmed more by violence than obscenity.
Former Illinois Lt Governor Paul Simon argues that politicians increasingly influence school policy and funding. He warns against overreliance on taxes and pension deficits, urging PTA members to press lawmakers for responsible action and accountable leadership.
Lois Gholson Chester urges support for Western Egyptian to aid handicapped children via the Eagles National Jimmy Durante Children’s Fund grant totaling $1,000. Dorothy Rancilio explains her filing of an Economic Interest Report and seeks election to Herrin Park Board, highlighting community facilities importance.
On February 20 the Carbondale Planning Commission began reviewing the city manager's proposed capital improvements budget and program. A minority report questioned extensive revenue sharing. Fry argued funding should not be considered, while others warned the plan's financing affects other city projects. The City Council likewise postponed action awaiting federal funding details. Susan Casey Carbondale.
Dorothy Hagler voices frustration over the 51 bypass vote saying committees and the Mayor ignored residents. She argues the project benefits traffic and Cedar Creek Lake recreation but devastates homes yards orchards and local businesses while critics claim experts and officials favored the plan. She calls for voting on issues, not personalities.
A brief note observes that only a few standout college football players nearing graduation are considered draft dodgers. The piece suggests limited early NFL veteran impact among graduating stars.
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