The drama of the American family farms in decline
A reflective arc argues that modern economics demands market rigor over subsidies, forecasting farm hardship and town impact as President Reagan’s plan aims to reduce overproduction and align supply with demand, while warning of deeper social and economic costs if support erodes. The piece defends selective aid via states but cautions against a doomed, government-run farm economy.
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Reagan
America
Congress
United States
On religion the press and the clerk of clay
Editorial reflection on balancing religious discussion in journalism. It argues religion must be debated but not abused, notes print decisions to reject bigotry, and highlights how religion informs views on abortion prayer in schools and public figures. It cites Ferraro and Kennedy as signs of progress.
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United States
Geraldine Ferraro
John Kennedy
Franklin County clerk under fire over missing funds and faith
The Franklin County clerk, Bob Hiller, who has turned his office into a shrine to Jesus, is urged by the county board to explain $78,000 missing since Oct. 1 or resign. Despite calls for accountability, Hiller plans to resume office while critics say his religiosity raises questions about integrity and competence in public service.
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Carter
Illinois
C. L. McCormick
U.S
Ken Gray
Franklin County
Bob Hiller
Jesus
Hiller
Mubarak ties Egypt to renewed Middle East talks
In a New York Times interview Mubarak signals realism about peace with Israel. He urges direct talks with a Jordanian Palestinian delegation and hints at inviting negotiators to meet in the United States or Cairo while pressing for an international conference later. Egypt races to advance development and curb fundamentalism amid aid and population pressures.
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Flora Lewis
New York Times
Cairo
Egypt
Hosni Mubarak
Washington
Middle East
Mubarak
Israel
United States
Judith Miller
Shimon Peres
Yitzhak Shamir
Ariel Sharon
Jerusalem
West Bank
U.S
Sadat
Conservatives' D C Representation Question Remains Debated
Washington, D C seeks voting representation in Congress but only 16 states have ratified the District of Columbia Amendment, well short of the required majority. The piece traces DC's legal status, demographics, and taxation while noting limits on statehood and political feasibility. Representatives from DC continue to argue for justice and greater electoral influence.
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Julian Bond Newspaper Enterprise Association
House
Senate
Washington, D.C
District of Columbia
Philadelphia
Independence Hall
Congress
Pennsylvania
United States
Virginia
Maryland
Washington
Delaware
Vermont
Wyoming
Alaska
North Dakota
South Dakota
Minnesota
Walter Mondale
Ronald Reagan
California
Texas
Brazil
Bring back Welk and Big Band Swing to Southern Illinois
Letter from Bromo Johns of Carrier Mills criticizes the Grammys and Dick Clark, praises WSIU‑TV and local stations for keeping Big Band Swing alive, and urges restoring Lawrence Welk on Saturday nights. He laments modern music, praises Irv Coppi and Jack Staulcup, and condemns current pop acts and lyrics.
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Lawrence Welk
America
Southern Illinois
Irv Coppi
Wsiu-Tv
Jack Staulcup
Carbondale Elks
Herrin Eagles
Wsiu-92- FM
Carbondale
WFRX
West Frankfort
Illinois
Rights and driving liberty clash with Illinois seat belt law
David Guy of Pinckneyville argues against Illinois seat belt and other driving laws, contending travel is a God given right. He rails at officials Jim Thompson and Jim Edgar and warns that constitutional rights are eroded by government overreach.
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Southern Illinoisan
Illinois
Springfield
Jim Thompson
Jim Edgar
U. S
United States
David Guy
Pinckneyville
Banks as community pillars praised in local banking piece
Letter to the editor from Greg P Cruse of Marion commends the Southern Illinoisan Feb 24 article How healthy are our banks? for presenting a positive view. He notes banks support farming communities during economic downturns and values the article’s balanced perspective.
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Southern Illinoisan
Larry Davis
Greg P. Cruse
Marion
Appleton Honored for Support to Penn Aluminum in Murphysboro
Joel G. Lehman of Penn International Aluminum thanks Mayor Sydney H. Appleton for aiding the acquisition and startup of Penn Aluminum in Murphysboro Illinois. He highlights Appleton’s help with community information and industrial revenue bonding matters and notes the city’s benefit from his leadership.
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Sydney H. Appleton
Murphysboro
Penn Aluminum International
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American Academy of Music
Dick Clark
CBS
Jesse Helms
Hong Kong
John Denver
Lionel Richie
Henry Mancini
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Herrin
Los Angeles
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