31 Aug 1975
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Newspaper
Tinley Park Star Tribune
Location
Tinley Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1975
Page
1
The Culex Pipien or Northern House mosquito is linked to encephalitis cases, with over 30 reported statewide and five confirmed downstate Illinois cases plus 16 probable near Chicago. Officials urge homeowners to remove standing water, clean containers, gutters, roofs, and bird baths, trim vegetation, and use aerosol spray before bed to reduce bites.
Five cases of encephalitis confirmed in downstate Illinois with 25 probable in the region. South Cook County Mosquito Abatement district sees pressure as residents call about extermination. District workers map and treat 340 square miles, spraying breeding waters and using light traps to gauge results.
The Rock Island railroad must sign a labor protection provision before UMTA funds for Tinley Park and Oak Forest parking lots are released. The RTA approved a 543000 grant covering losses July 1 to Sept 30 1975, with 13c labor terms as condition for federal aid.
Thornton Community College faculty executive board warns of a work stoppage on Thursday if negotiations do not yield a satisfactory settlement. FA leaders blame trustees president and chief negotiator for delays amid disputed salary and benefits terms.
Tinley Park and Oak Forest officials expressed guarded optimism after the RTA approved an amendment requiring the Rock Island railroad to sign a federal job security pledge to secure matching funds for depot and parking renovations. The railroad’s bankruptcy filing complicates approval, with Rock Island potentially needing court permission to alter terms.
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