28 May 2000
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 28, 2000
Page
1
Students describe Memorial Day as a generic day off rather than a veterans tribute. They say it changes them only if they have lost someone, otherwise it feels like a chance to hang out with friends. The speaker notes growing up after military service is a key perception among youth.
The piece notes Memorial Day has shifted from a cemetery visiting tradition to a family cookout and swim day for teens. It recalls the holiday’s Civil War origins and the gap with veterans’ losses and Cold War veterans, suggesting the day’s meaning has faded to a summer break ritual.
Prairie State College Board of Trustees unanimously approved a three year contract for Paul J. McCarthy of El Centro College in Dallas as president. The base salary is 106000 dollars plus benefits and the contract is subject to annual board review. Trustee Joyce M. Michael was absent but supported McCarthy.
The Lincoln Highway Coalition expects a federal decision by mid June on designating the 179 mile Illinois stretch as a national scenic byway. The group represents chambers of commerce tourism and historic preservation groups along the route from South Chicago Heights to Fulton. The designation is made by the Federal Highways Administration and await final action from the U.S. Secretary of Transportation.
Richton Park officials hailed Sundays President Golf Outing a major success at Urban Hills Country Club. Officials said 58 golfers and 82 dinner guests raised 2293 dollars, bringing total scholarship funds to 4647 dollars for local residents.
Rich South and Rich Central high schools postponed ceremonies after a bomb threat. Students express fear about returning to class. A Molotov type claim targeted Rich Central in Olympia school district. no explosive device found at Rich South. Homewood-Flossmoor also evacuated 42,500 people before security teams cleared the building.
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