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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1999
Page
8
Kenneth J DePaola Jr is noted as the president and publisher who founded the Star in 1901. The item marks his leadership role and milestone of founding the publication in the early 20th century.
Editorial urges compromise as Homewood and Flossmoor face Harvey water rates. Mayor Nickolas Graves threatens court and arbitration over a $163000 unpaid bill tied to a 29 cent base rate. Towns weigh options including buying Chicago water or forming a consortium to buy Harvey.
A Chicago reader rails against the frenzy surrounding Episode I, criticizing special effects over plot and consumer frenzy. He cites malls, bookstores, and media coverage, questions the film’s necessity, and urges a boycott while recommending the Dalai Lama biopic Kundun as an alternative.
Gov George Ryan backs a bill offering a 25 percent tax credit for private school tuition, books and lab fees up to 500 per family, with public school parents eligible above 250. Critics warn it may divert 100 million yearly from public education to private schooling and may face court challenges over church-state separation.
Community members press Gov George Ryan for a uniform statewide property tax system and broader funding reform for education. They urge a 50 percent tax cut for education offset by income and corporate tax increases, plus 400 million from surpluses, arguing high Illinois real estate taxes drive business from the state and burden homeowners. They call for a forum focused on fiscal equity and local service funding.
The Star invites signed letters to the editor with the writer’s name address and telephone. these details will be published and edited for brevity. Mail to The Star 6901 W. 159th St Tinley Park IL 60477 or fax 708 802 8088 or email starnews interaccess com.
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