Six weeks after Schumake killing police seek a break
Carbondale police continue a lengthy inquiry into the Susan Schumake murder after six weeks with no major leads. The Susan Schumake Memorial Fund also struggles to meet its reward drive goal as investigators review hundreds of interviews and eliminate dozens of suspects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schumake
Tom Woolf
Illnoisan
Carbondale
Susan Schumake
Terry Murphy
Nelson
WIDB
SIUC
Clarence “Doc” Dougherty
Mechanics Silent On Seven Week Carbondale Strike
After seven weeks little has changed on the Carbondale strike lines. Forty eight mechanics from Lodge 1242 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers remain on picket at four dealers and two auto supply stores. Wages and improved fringe benefits drive the stalemate as both sides withhold specifics on offers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Woolf
Southern Illinois
Lodge 1242
International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
Carbondale
Vogler Motor Co., Inc
Jim Pearl, Inc
Vic Koenig Chevrolet
Smith Dodge
Carbondale Auto Supply
E. Blankenship and Co
David Garner
The
Machinist’s Union
Garner
Larry Downs
Evansville
Ind
Vogler’s
William Swalls
Service Department
Swalls
Republicans shrug at Democratic redraw in Southern Illinois
The Southern Illinoisan reports that area Republicans show little concern over a Democrat drawn reapportionment map. The plan keeps 58th and 59th Senate districts largely intact, with minor shifts between Union and Williamson counties. House districts see shifts under the Cutback Amendment, sparking talk of potential GOP gains as incumbents face possible primary challenges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evan M. Davis
Southern Illinois
Springfield
Senate
Union County
Williamson County
Franklin
Williamson
James Rea
Christopher
Union
Jackson
Mississippi Valley
Randolph County
Bruce Richmond
Murphysboro
Wayne Alstat
Vergennes
Jackson County
Kenneth Buzbee
Carbondale
Richmond
Buzbee
Alstat
Gary McClure
Chester
McClure
Illinois
James Holloway
Lake of Egypt
Perry County
Washington
St. Clair
Randolph Counties
Rea
Cairo
Carmi
Holloway
Robert Winchester
Rosiclare
C. L. McCormick
Vienna
Saline County
Roy Lane
Ray Doerr
Saline
Gallatin
Alexander
Gene Johns
D-Marion
Steakhouse owners sue over street closure harm in Marion
Don and Nancy Cranston owners of Tony's Steakhouse and Cocktail Lounge filed a 50 000 damage suit in Williamson County circuit court naming six former Dunston Building owners and Bank of Gorham as defendants. They allege the deteriorating Dunston Building caused a South Market Street closure between May 15 and Sept 11, costing Tony's profits. The Dunston Building was demolished after settlements, with city ownership gained for 10 500. Attorney Jack Womick contested the claim, saying the building was not a public safety menace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dave Dewitte
Southern Illinoisan
Marion
Williamson County
Don
Nancy Cranston
Tony
Dunston
The
Cranston’s
Charles W. Decker
Murphysboro
Susan C. Decker
Robert
Gerry Steffl
Lake of Egypt
John Mitchell
Mike’’ Stafford
Arkansas
the Steffi’s
Candice
Bank of Gorham
Jack Womick
Carbondale
Decker
Randolph County hints at steady tax multiplier rise
Randolph County officials report a tentative property tax multiplier of 1.2582, up 7 percent from 1.1908. County assessor Carl Dallas says the rise reflects higher property values with no corresponding assessment increases. Final multiplier expected within about 10 days after the board of review finishes changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ann Schottman Knol
Southern Illinoisan
Randolph County
Carl Dallas
Dallas
Board of Review
Boards of Review
Randolph County Board of Review
Grant funds expand displaced homemaker aid program
A $175 000 Title VII grant will broaden displaced homemaker training across eight Southern Illinois counties including Jackson Williamson and Franklin. The Carbondale based program will involve private sector partners in classroom and on the job training while continuing counseling workshops tuition assistance and related support. Information sessions set Oct 8 in Marion Hurst Benton Christopher Mount Vernon Murphysboro Carbondale detail eligibility and program aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bonnie Marx
Carbondale Women’s Center
Marion
Tower Square Plaza
Hurst Bush
Shawnee Health Center
Bush Ave
Hurst
Benton
Wood Building
Christopher
City Hall
Fire Department
Mount Vernon
Kenneth Martin Center
Carbondale
W. Mill St
Murphysboro
S. 13Th St
Carbondale board sets six dollar pay for playground supervisors
Carbondale Elementary School District approves paying all playground supervisors six dollars per session in a 5 to 2 vote. Debates centered on whether to pro rate for partial hours, with supporters citing equal pay for equal work and district needs to attract qualified help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jean Ness
Southern Illinoisan
Carbondale
Board of Education
Karl Bartelsmeyer
Michael Alterkruse
George Edwards
Altekruse
Anita Lenzini
Lincoln Junior Oo
Winkler School
Harold Bardo
Lewis, Parrish and Thomas
Also Mentioned on This Page
Murphy
Jackson County Sheriff's Office
State Police
Division of Criminal
Carbondale Police
Ms. Schumake
David Nelson
Ho Chi Minh Trail
Dougherty
USC
State Transportation Department
Illinois Central Gulf Railroad
Thompson Woods
Paul Smith
Donna Riehm
Jim Pearl
Earl Perschbacher
Blankenship’s
Monroe
Randolph
Wbashington
Nashville
Pulaski
West Frankfort
Vwilliamson
Johnson
Massac
Marion Steakhouse
Department of Commerce and Community Affairs
Illinois General Revenue Funds
Rosemary Hawkes
Carbondale Board
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!