Labor Day homage to Chicago Heights workers and work ethic
Angelo A. Ciambrone mayor of Chicago Heights praises generations of pioneer farmers and industrial workers for their labor that built the city and nation. He urges honoring workers, adopting their ethic, and continuing to support families and communities through productive labor.
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Illinois campaign ethics heat rises in Labor Day stretch
The race to replace Gov. Edgar heats as Ryan and Poshard face unresolved dirty-tricks probes from the Illinois State Board of Elections and police. A memo flap and campaign finance claims fuel attacks while tourism and museum news share the page, ending with a push for free candidate airtime from media groups and reform advocates.
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U.S. Senate
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Paul Simon
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Public Policy Institute
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Alliance For Better Campaigns
DNC urged to aid Illinois governor hopeful in letter
A letter to the Democratic National Committee in Washington asks why the party withholds financial support from Illinois hopefuls. The writer criticizes Moseley Braun and warns against risking another eight years under Republican control, urging real politicians and aid for the gubernatorial bid.
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Washington, D.C
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Richard J
Richie
Bill
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Abe
Moseley-Braun
Ryan
The Right Person for South Suburbs State Rep Race
Melinda Villarreal of South Chicago Heights endorses Andy Qunell for state representative. She cites his economic development ideas for the South Suburbs, including airport construction to spur job growth, and urges action over talk to lead the 80th District into the future.
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Andy Qunell
Andy
George Scully praised for listening to 80th District residents
A citizen commends state Rep. George Scully for visiting homes and listening to concerns in the 80th District. The letter highlights Scully’s community impact, including funding for schools, parks, libraries, drug programs, sewers, and crime reduction, and confirms support for re election this November.
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Call to arms for Homewood Legion Post 483 installation
Calling all veterans to join American Legion Post 483 at the annual installation dinner on September 18 1998. The message urges veterans of all eras to help keep the post alive, support fellow WWI and WWII members, and invite Korea Vietnam and Desert Storm era veterans to contribute a few minutes. For details contact Bill Frank at 756-5060 x121.
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American Legion Post 483
Homewood Post 483
Three patriotic dates in September column by Shawn Harper
Shawn Harper argues for celebrating three September dates tied to the US Constitution and Bill of Rights. He notes Sept 17 and Sept 25 as foundational anniversaries and cites a prior study on constitutional regard and public understanding.
Mexican Independence Day Echoes Civic Pride and Patriotism
Shawn Harper reflects on Mexican immigrants valuing freedom and opportunity in America. He contrasts civic apathy with immigrant work ethic, cites Miguel Hidalgo, notes Sept 16 Independence Day, and urges engagement and patriotism while praising the Constitution and Bill of Rights. He invites readers to request a copy of the U.S. Constitution.
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