Bush presidency faces a tombstone test in turbulent politics
The piece argues George Bush must redefine the presidency for a polarized era. It warns that bipartisanship alone cannot sustain a leader, urging Bush to pursue bold, lasting policies on taxes, Central America, and defense while confronting party ideologues and a media-driven age.
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Voices From Dixon Readers Share Cautions And Gracias
March letters from Dixon residents raise safety concerns after a near miss with a pedestrian on North Brinton Avenue. A Digging in garbage controversy prompts a call for garbage collectors. Gratitude is expressed to Good Samaritans who aided a fall victim on Peoria Avenue, and thanks are given for Newspaper in Education Week resources.
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Richard E. Herbon, Dixon
DeAnn Bonnewell
Dixon
Peoria Avenue
First Street
Good Samaritans
Jessie Cary
Nursing home director responds to criticism in Lee County piece
Guest editorial by John M. Edmunds administrator defends county nursing home finances. He cites county wage, insurance, and retirement cost increases, notes low wages for 43 staffers, and argues state funding won’t cover rising elderly care costs. Urges public support and invites visits to discuss the situation. He questions reporter Kelly's focus and promises no further replies in print.
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Lee County
Kelly
Public Aid
Nursing Home
National Enquirer
John M. Edmunds
Lee County Nursing Home
What is the Proper Way to Display the American Flag?
A Chicago Art Institute student exhibit titled What is the Proper Way to Display the American Flag prompts heated debate. Veterans and politicians protest in Springfield while others defend academic freedom and free expression.
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Art Institute
Chicago
Springfield
Ron Smith
Rock River
VietNom
Smith
Vietnam
VietNow
Convicted murderer Dan W. Smith sentenced to life
In an aggravation and mitigation hearing, Dan W. Smith received natural life in prison without parole for the August 25, 1978 murder of Cliffy Davis, 43, a rural Oregon tavern owner. The case followed his 1979 conviction.
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Cliffy Davis
Smith
Davis
Oregon
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