Donations flood in as aid effort signals broad support
A letter from a Chicago reader details a large relief drive for Honduran aid, listing 12 containers of food and supplies, hundreds of thousands of pounds of food, seeds, and medical items, plus significant cash contributions. The note credits Honduran consulate ties, Friends of Honduras, and many volunteers, then shifts to district 161 school concerns in Flossmoor, criticizing heavy emphasis on testing and budgeting issues.
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Insurance change sparks anger over City Hall handling
In Chicago Heights residents criticize the city administration for changing insurance providers citing a short notice period and financial savings of 370 000 this year with Unity HMO and AMS PPO. They urge clearer communication and question why police uniform allowances unresolved since September amid pay delays.
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Lying Under Oath Sparks Courtroom Critique by Reader
A reader comments on Judge Henry X. Dietch and a recent article critiquing Article II Section 4, asking whether lying under oath in court can be treated as a personal matter and questioning the significance of the alleged perjury by the president under oath.
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Clinton and tobacco hypocrisy in the press letter
To the Editor, the writer questions President Clinton and Vice President Gore over their stance on tobacco. The piece accuses Clinton and his allies of hypocrisy for criticizing Republican leaders while enjoying cigars and contends GI Joe Public is misled on health care and the economy.
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Statehouse Spin Diane Ross In session's last days
In the final days of the session Illinois lawmakers exhibit a power primer, detailing how three men gained and lost influence. Governor Edgar's last 114 appointments are rejected by the Senate as Ryan prepares to fill about 2,300 posts, while veteran leaders eulogize peers and reflect on decades of service.
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Carroll
CHIP
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Thankful notes from Crete families honor Angela fundraiser
A heartfelt message from Mike and Bobette Masciotra of Crete thanks friends, relatives, and Crete Monee High School community for prayers, donations, and volunteers supporting Angela after a trying season. The note expresses gratitude for cards, car washes, fundraisers, and all acts of kindness.
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Priscilla
Angelo
Crete-Monee High School
Sherrie
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Bobette Masciotra
Memorial parade thanks firefighters and helpers
Parade coordinator Joseph A. Gray of the Park Forest Fire Department thanks families of the fallen, pastors, churches, media, and numerous communities for support and participation in this year’s Fall en Firefighters Memorial Service and Parade. He notes candles, refreshments, and delayed motorists as part of the event and expresses hope to repeat it next year.
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