07 Apr 1996
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1996
Page
1
A skilled furniture maker based in the southern suburbs builds custom pieces for clients across the United States. Known for quality craft and personal service, the artisan meets varied needs from rustic to modern designs, delivering nationwide through mail order and local collaborations.
Photographers document local Easter events including egg hunts, seasonal decorations, and a Passion Play. The series spotlights families, volunteers, and community groups participating in festive activities around town.
Column preview tastes the flavor of the south suburban political scene with Myra Eder's insights. Reader gains a snapshot of local players, issues, and dynamics shaping nearby elections and community actions.
Round 2 voting in the Best of the Southland contest asks readers to pick top services and shopping. Ballots appear on Dimensions pages today, with further notes in pages C-6 and C-7, and a teaser about Illinois travel features in coming editions.
Fragmentary OCR style text mentions AFOURG TOWNE and A-2 Bubingore with references to Home Guide and Police Beat. Political Bytes and Sports 4A appear in the scan. Names, dates, or concrete events are unclear due to damaged text.
Illinois Department of Transportation started three major projects costing 75.6 million dollars on I 80 I 57 and I 55 causing long backups. Eastbound I 80 near Route 30 narrows to one lane with ramps closed as Harlem Avenue bridge rehab proceeds. Police directed oversize trucks to aid traffic flow.
Easter services in the South Suburbs feature thoughtfully chosen songs to amplify the day’s message. Deer Creek Christian Church uses a mix of traditional hymns and modern tunes led by Pat Gerguson, with a five piece band enhancing the worship and helping congregants feel God’s presence.
Ex Matteson resident John Baughman, a former police officer, was found guilty by an Antigua jury of murdering his second wife Valerie Baughman during a May 1995 visit. The verdict triggers the automatic death sentence by hanging. an appeal was filed hours after. The court described the act as pushing her from an eight story hotel roof.
Christopher R. Limas, previously Richton Park village planner since December 1993, is appointed assistant village manager by Village Manager David Niemeyer. He will oversee community and economic development and personnel supervision and begin duties immediately, bringing transition from planner to assistant manager.
The New World Music Theatre plans 1996 season security upgrades after meeting Tinley Park Police Chief Mike O Connell. Guards will be 18 or older with 10 hours in house training, and wear clearly identified shirts. Police will monitor and advise on the security program.
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