Hollinger International Names Editorial Staff
The 1901 founded company lists key personnel including Margaret Seltzer Dennis R Wheeler Joanne M Zerkel as assistant editor and features editor Paula Carlson. The paper is affiliated with the National Newspaper Association Illinois Press Association Suburban Newspapers of America and the Eprror News-Eprrorial page notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Seltzner
Dennis R. Wheeler
Joanne M. Zerkel
Eprror
Eprrorial
Suburban Newspapers OF America
Newspaper Association
Editorial: Park Forest District 163 Pursues Academic Excellence
Park Forest Elementary District 163 shows progress in test scores after a decade of decline. Superintendent Elizabeth Reynolds highlights gains across five subjects from Beacons Hill and Algonquin to district-wide grades, with first and seventh graders posting notable rises.
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Park Forest
Elizabeth Reynolds
Reynolds
Beacon Hill
Algonquin
Board of Education
Incumbent George Ryan Targets Gubernatorial Run
The Illinois secretary of state, George Ryan, faces criticism for campaign-style promotions including state-financed ads and refrigerator magnets bearing his name. Critics say use of public funds for election advantage mirrors past moves by Dixon and Edgar as Ryan seeks higher office.
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Illinois
George Ryan
Ryan
Secretary of State
U.S
Alan Dixon
Jim Edgar
Dixon
Edgar
Abby Foundation Luncheon Supports Women and Children
The Abby Foundation hosts its annual luncheon August 21 at the Odyssey in Tinley Park at noon to raise funds for programs aiding women and children in the South and Southwest Suburbs. Proceeds fund scholarships, respite care, mentoring, breast cancer and domestic violence prevention, and healthcare for the medically indigent. Tickets cost 19.98 with a Monday deadline. reservations by calling (708) 802-ABBY.
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Ralph Waldo Emerson
Emerson
Abby Foundation
Tinley Park
Abby
Loleta Didrickson
Illinois State Comptroller
Didrickson
The
Star
Abigail Adams
John
Chicago Heights Tour Reveals Citys Struggles and Hope
Dennis Wheeler recalls his postwar Chicago Heights roots from 1945 to 1948 and joins Mayor Angelo Ciambrone on a city tour. They visit old neighborhoods, new development, and challenges like departing dealers, vacant stores, and racial tension while highlighting plans for growth at Prairie State College and East Side redevelopment. The piece blends memory with current efforts and frustrates about tax inequities and political hurdles.
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City Hall
16Th Street
Angelo “Sam” Ciambrone
Chicago Heights
16Th
17Th Street
Division
Chicago
Lincoln Highway
West Side
Ciambrone
Dominick’s
Walgreens
Marcus
Matteson
Hungry Hill
East Side
St. Rocco Catholic
Illinois
Eee
Chuck Panici
Wentworth Gardens
State Street
Joe Orr
Prairie State College
Halsted Street
Forest Preserve
Dwheel
Interaire
Readers press for state aid to nonpublic schools
In a letter to the editor, a parent group objects to an editorial cartoon implying religious schools beg funds from public schools. They argue private and religious schools indirectly support public districts, cite tuition costs, and urge targeted state aid for nonreligious curricula with safeguards and standards. They compare to GI Bill benefits and call for a dispassionate study.
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State Board of Education
St. Columba
Ottawa
St. Mary
Mokena
Providence Catholic High School
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H . Hollinger International Publication
Paula Carlson
National Newspaper Association
Illinois Press Association
Roseland
Frankfort Township
Miraee Place
Kline’s Department
14Th and Division
Downstate
Ings
14Th Street
Park Avenue
Indian Hill Park
Flintkote Company
Flintkote
Savoia’s
Bloom High
Capone
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