Feud grows between governor and AFSCME union chief over budget talks
The struggle centers on wage raises and job cuts as Gov. George H. Ryan and AFSCME leader Henry Bayer clash over contract terms. Legislators weigh consequences, with fears of job losses if negotiations stall. Key dates mark privatization moves, wage talks, and court orders amid a broader budget battle.
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Henry
Ryan
Frank Watson
Greenville
Henry Bayer
David S. Luechtefeld
R-Okanville
Larry D. Woolard
Carterville
Bayer
Afscme
Julie Dutton
Bureau of the Budget
Charles N. Wheeler III
University of Springfield
Wheeler
Vienna
Springfield
George H. Ryan
House
Du Quoin Vet Finds Greatest Job on Earth on Farm Rounds
A Du Quoin veterinary clinician, 58, loves treating diverse animals and working outdoors. He notes advances in antibiotics, emphasizes knowing when to refer cases, and inspires interns while praising his career as the best on earth.
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du Quoin
Animal Doctor
Bates
S. Washington St
University of Illinois
AccuRACY Finds Error in Perry County Court Report
The Southern Illinoisan notes an inaccuracy in Monday’s Perry County court report, incorrectly listing felon John Andrews’ address. The correct address is 537 Melrose, Centralia, and the error was provided to the newspaper.
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Jackson County
Perry County Court
John Andrews
Melrose
Centralia
EBS Facial Cream Wins Hearts of Millions
Millions of women praise EBS Facial Cream developed by pharmacist Robert Heldfond for reducing wrinkles crow’s feet crepey neck and dry skin. Sold nationwide in JCPenney as the top aging skin cream with five functions in one jar a guarantee assures satisfaction.
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EBS
Robert Heldfond
Jcpenney
Tuition hike eyed as SIUC contends with budget squeeze
Wendler says a tuition increase is likely for the fall at SIUC. He cites a 5 percent rise would lift 30-hour costs to about 4409 this year, with a plan to discuss student and faculty input before May board action. NIU plans 7.5 percent rise, UI at about 10 percent to save jobs.
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SIUC
Wendler
Northern Illinois University
Kathe Shinham
NIU
The
University of Illinois
Illinois Air Guard Unit to Patrol Iraq No Fly Zone
The Illinois Air National Guard 183rd Fighter Wing prepared to depart for a three to four month mission to police the no fly zone over Iraq. About 150 members stood in Springfield as Gov. Ryan warned of danger, with arrivals expected in Kuwait as VP Cheney tours the region.
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Richard Goldstein
Springfield
Illinois Air National Guard
Iraq
George H. Ryan
Harm’s Way
Mideast
Ryan
Debbie Scott
Bradley
David Harris
Illinois National Guard
Harris
Sonja Gurski
Kuwait
Illinois Army
Air National Guard
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