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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1999
Page
14
The Star presents its masthead with past presidents and the publisher, including Kenneth J. DePrata Jr as president and publisher, and Larry A. Kitty as senior vice president and editor in chief, along with Margaret Seltzner as assistant editor. The fragment lists staff roles and a local association reference.
A fragmented newspaper masthead shows Dennis Wheeler as editor with Paula Carlson listed as features editor on Sunday October 17. The disjointed text hints at staff roles and publication date in a historical newspaper page segment. The reader can infer internal masthead details and positions despite OCR gaps.
Editorial voices praise Southland unity as Illinois transportation officials commit to a full interchange at I 57 and 294 rather than the earlier partial plan. Governor Ryan backs the concept, with costs rising from 39 million dollars, urging timely action and continued local advocacy.
An editorial laments weak enforcement of the Open Meetings Act and the Freedom of Information Act in Illinois. It notes few penalties for violators, limited enforcement by officials, and scant public demand for reform. The piece supports Jim Ryan’s bill to mediate records disputes and impose fines, while urging continued public scrutiny.
The author reflects on DUI cases among 40-somethings, cites a Chicago area survey of 41 DUI arrests with 12 aged 40 plus, and notes a fatal crash involving 33 year old Amy Reger. He urges personal responsibility and highlights a memorial foundation seeking funds.
A letter thanks the family of an organ donor whose gift extended a husband’s life but notes his liver failed. It urges families to state last wishes and promote organ donation to save lives.
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