Sonny and Cher draw big crowd at SIU Arena in Carbondale
The Sonny and Cher show drew 10 827 fans at SIU Arena, the largest crowd in arena history, with about 80 percent non students. The event showcased a record mail order turnout and left some attendees dissatisfied due to lighting and sound quality.
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Ben Gelman
Southern Illinoisan
Southern Illinois University
W. Dean Justice
Harry Belafonte
S. Justice
William Hayes
du Quoin Fair
Sonny and Cher
Hayes
Fred Laire
New Berlin
Springfield
Carbondale
Jennifer
Debbie
Sonny and
Cher
Christina
Sonny
Salvatore
Justice
David Brenner
SIU Arena
Babe
Michele Rubini
Harold Battiste
David Hungate
Jeff Porcaro
Dan Ferguson
Champaign
Marion Veterans Hospital modernization nearing completion
Marion Veterans Hospital in Illinois is undergoing a 2.9 million modernization by Buckley Construction Co. Nearly complete, with tiling and noncontract items due by October. An on-site celebration and 31st anniversary events are planned for October 13–14.
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Marion Veterans Hospital
C. Paul Morris
Buckley Construction Co
Fenton, Mo
Southern Illinois University Student Union
Geneseo youth dies in motorcycle accident near Carbondale
SIU student Paul Michael Ensey aged 18 from Hillsdale died of head injuries after his motorcycle skidded off Rt. 51 five miles south of Rt. 13. Witnesses say he was entering a curve when the bike left the road and threw him. He is survived by his parents and six siblings. Funeral arrangements pending.
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Southern Illinois University
Doctors Memorial Hospital
Carbondale
Paul Michael Ensey
Rt. 1
Hillsdale
Rt. 13
Jackson County
Harry Flynn
Ensey
Flynn
Geneseo
John
Gladys Weineke Ensey
Congregational Church
SIU
Steve
Chris
Mark
Alicia
Alena
Myers Funeral Home
Books auctioned reveal Civil War era views in Illinois
Twelve rare volumes go to auction at The House of Antiques in Carterville at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Among them are two Civil War stories noted for urging Southern secession in Saline and Williamson counties and for branding Union General John A. Logan a Southern sympathizer. The items are part of History of Gallatine Hamilton Franklin and Williamson Counties, printed in 1887.
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Marion
Southern Illinois
Union
John A. Logan
Carterville
House of Antiques
Illinois Ave
Dan Tregoning
Gallatine
Saline
Hamilton
Franklin
Williamson
Lubricate Hinges and Metal Window Parts Periodically
The hinges and operating parts of metal windows should be lubricated periodically to ensure smooth function. Regular lubrication reduces stiffness and wear, helping windows open and close reliably.
Cutting Glass Safely Before Cutting Glass
Before cutting glass always clean the surface thoroughly. Even tiny dust particles can interfere with the cut causing flaws or breakage.
Benton Fire Chief Goes on Disability Leave
Benton Fire Chief Pat O'Keefe will take a disability leave starting May 15 for an indefinite period due to ulcers. Assistant Chief Claude Grimes is mentioned as a possible successor. O'Keefe will receive 65 percent of his 759 dollar monthly salary and plans to live in Florida during rest and recovery.
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Benton
Pat O’keefe
Claude Grimes
O’keefe
Cheif
Florida
Benton Fire Department
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Jack Griggs
Morris
Marion Hospital
St. Louis
Veterans Administration
Cochran
Jefferson Barracks
Poplar Bluffs
Geneseo Youth
Southern Illinoisan Inc
Illnois Avenue
Herrin
Walnut Street
Murphysboro
Illinois
Carbondale Free Press
Herrin Daily Journal
Murphysboro Independent
Associated Press
AP News
Lelat Ils
S. Division
Desitin
M Menor Pane
Ben-Gay
Visine
Ben Gay
Mohr- Value Pharmacy
W. Ma
Montgome
Bleyer’s
Dalton
Kenroe Sportswear
College Shop
S. Illinois
Women’s Store
Children’s Store
Illinois Council For Exceptional
Bruce Richmond
LA Z-Boy
Mom
MOM & Dad
Reclina
Rocker
La-Z-Boys
N. 14Th ST
Mardale Shopping Center
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