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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1985
Page
4
Carbondale officials warn that the Reagan budget would sharply reduce federal aid, wiping out general revenue sharing and urban development funds, risking 40 to 50 city jobs and challenging services. The city urges scrutiny of staff levels while urging gradual revenue sharing cuts and local tax adjustments.
The Illinois Supreme Court fight centers on Judge Bigler's gag barring naming a juvenile suspect in a murder case. The Illinois attorney general and Hartigan face a constitutional clash between free press rights and juvenile anonymity, with the case echoed by the Reporters Committee and Illinois outlets. The piece argues pretrial censorship threatens public information and a fair, speedy, and public trial, warning that upholding the law could invite broader restrictions.
Letter supporting John A Yow for Carbondale city council cites his 20 years of service 12 in code enforcement and his pledge to improve downtown redevelopment housing standards and neighborhood conditions. It proposes a fast track developers assistance group to resolve conflicts between developers and city staff and to advise council and city manager.
Karen and Ray Dorr urge Unity Point School District voters to back the April 2 school referendum to preserve the district's reputation and ensure their children receive a good education in Carbondale.
Eugene T Simonds denounces a group of SIUC faculty seeking job security through union representation instead of merit. He calls it a gross error for non professional professionals to seek protection this way.
A Creal Springs housewife and neighbor group argue against private investors seeking a recreational lake. They warn a public water district could condemn land, raise taxes and water bills, and divert funds from farmers and towns already served by regional lakes. They urge taxpayer support.
A supporter urges Herrin voters to elect Bill Bonali, highlighting his honesty, faith, family, and commitment to clean government and a healthy town. The letter lauds his alderman record, opposition to corruption, and belief he will choose a capable police chief. The writer, an outsider, endorses Bonali and his Progressive Party for progress.
Raymond Null of Herrin argues that sewer repairs dominate local campaigns while neighborhoods need broader gains. He questions incumbents’ promises, urges candidates to offer street and school safety, jobs, and practical aid beyond sewer projects.
A reader lashes at an editorial for bias against Bonali and praises Bonali’s work with youth. The author questions the board vote process, notes Quaglia’s payroll changes, and urges unity behind whichever candidate wins. The letter ends with a prayer for Herrin’s future.
Phil Boynton recounts the Hartec Enterprises relocation effort in Marion, credits Doris Boynton of Optima Management Corp. for driving the project, and notes 79 local jobs and a 215000 grant were at stake. He alleges mayoral opposition and a rushed land swap that doomed the deal, while Hartec thrived in Texas with 120 employees and backlogged work.
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