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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1998
Page
11
A reader defends high school girls softball against a male writer. They praise the players for skill and effort, noting years of experience and rejecting focus on appearance. The letter urges equal treatment and respect for girl athletes.
A columnist recalls a camping incident where a father slaps his 3 year old daughter to enforce quiet, arguing that corporal punishment teaches dangerous lessons. The piece surveys legal limits in schools, cites opposition by educators, and argues spanking teaches violence, control, and distrust, not safety. Taylor’s fear in the tent underscores the harm of hitting as discipline.
The church clarifies it has not sold its building and outlines ongoing community service. It will continue hosting homeless dinners on Mondays and sustaining support for Respond Now with food clothing and money. The 95 year old congregation invites visits as plans to serve the community unfold.
A Saukview School in District 194 drew parent action years ago to replace a verbally abusive principal. They credit Mr Nuccio with earning trust and say a new superintendent now seeks to swap principals to balance the district, prompting calls to defend the current leadership and academic environment.
Loleta Didrickson, Illinois state comptroller, explains Truth in Budgeting Act and its goal of a true balanced budget. The column notes the 1999 ending balance forecast, GAAP figures, and ratings impact while contrasting cash-based and accrual measures.
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