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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1995
Page
12
Joanne ZerKel serves as a features editor at Newspapers of America, holding a senior newsroom position. The note lists Venesses AcenetatiONn as a possible byline or related caption, though its exact meaning remains unclear.
The piece argues editors and viewers shape content through self restraint rather than censorship. It notes Senate leader Bob Dole critiques sex and violence but lacks depth, and urges audience feedback to the FCC on educational programming while stressing profits drive offerings. Public response via box office and ratings remains decisive.
A Star article notes growing tag day fundraising by many groups across the area. While raising thousands for good causes, volunteers risk serious injury at busy highway intersections. Lions Club and others stopped such tactics due to danger and liability concerns.
A Prairie State College trustee warns of possible 30 percent cuts to education in next year’s federal budget, urging readers to contact lawmakers. The letter recounts local library development in Steger South Chicago Heights, a bond issue, and notes proposals for a fire station and EMS/public safety needs in the Enterprise area.
Residents of Misericordia extend heartfelt thanks to volunteers and contributors who made Candy Day a success. Special appreciation goes to the South Suburban Marine Corps League and coordinator Mario Scampini. Also named are Homewood Flossmoor High School Key Club Sister Patricia Marian Catholic students and local friends and family.
In response to a recent letter by Ms Marion Baron the record states it is an honor to serve the people in the Steger South Chicago Heights Library District The Steger Village Board in the 1960s when Elmer Hahn was president led the district.
Gene Hirschberg of Park Forest argues Bernard Rice of the Star panders to a big city bias in a May 11 review of Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra and Park Forest Singers. He defends IPO as nationally worthy yet praises Singers for commitment and heart over polished pro standards.
A reader writes of the Baby Richard case, defending the Warburton family and condemning the biological mother. The letter expresses sorrow for the child’s removal and asks for prayers for all involved, including Otto Kirschner.
The article notes Alderman Kevin Perkins and another alderman introducing resolutions to reconsider a 10-year tax break for Scariano Kula Ellch and Himes and to extend Skyline garbage contracting to 2001. Both were defeated 4 to 2, but lawmakers vow to push new measures later. They seek citizen comments at Box 2152 Chicago Heights 60411 or City Hall for input.
Weary of whining I state I am tired of the whining of Mr. Ray Presnak over his demotion as fire chief of Homewood. You don't get demoted for doing a good job. One other person, other than the Village Board, knows why Mr. Presnak was demoted, that person is Mr. Presnak. Enough is enough. S. Barbella, Homewood.
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