Politicians Racing To Return Donated Money In Illinois
Journalistic column notes a frenzy of campaign fund returns amid scandals. Enron contributions sparked swift refunds from figures like Rod Blagojevich and Jim Ryan, with others including Michael Segal scrutinized. Gov George Ryan faces federal charges while lawmakers consider tax hikes to fill a growing deficit. Patterson warns the public to engage politically to influence the flow of money.
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Capitol
Enron
Illinois
House
Senate
Jim Ryan
Rod Blagojevich
Blagojevich
Houston
Ryan
Michael Segal
Segal
George Ryan
U.S
Patrick Fitzgerald
Judy Baar Topinka
Springfield
Illinois researchers test ethanol diesel blend for farm use
University of Illinois scientists study an E diesel that mixes ethanol from corn with diesel to boost durability and cut costs. Farmers report similar performance to regular diesel, but researchers caution higher input costs and need additives to address lubrication and power issues before market use.
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Illinois
Archer Daniels Midland
Decatur
Midwest Grain
Williams Bio- Energy
Pekin
Alan
Hansen
Department of Agricultural Engineering
Illinois farmers plant biotech corn despite objections
Peoria AP report notes Illinois farmers expect about 24 percent of this season's corn acreage to be biotech varieties, up 8 percent from last year, with nationwide biotech corn at about 32 percent. Farmers cite pest resistance and reduced spraying while acknowledging higher seed costs and past market scares from Starlink.
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Peoria
Illinois
Mark Lambert
Illinois Corn Growers’ Association
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Lambert
Biotech
Emerson Nasziger
University of Illinois
Larry Butcher
McDonough
Butcher
Condor balata putter and chipper promise fewer strokes
An advertisement touts Condor balata golf clubs claiming soft balata faces improve control for putts and chips. It markets a balata putter with advanced alignment and a balata chipper offering up to 20 yard added range. Prices are listed with a 30 day risk free offer and mail order details.
Putter Sale Includes Free Head Cover At Yalesville Store
A note from the Yalesville shop at 60 Church St CT announces a putter sale with a 30 day guarantee and sales tax added. The purchase includes a complimentary $10.00 head cover.
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Church St
Yalesville
Beavers Cause Back Yard Flooding Near Rockford Condos
In Rockford Illinois a beaver dam on Tanya Muzzarelli s property creates a waist deep marsh cutting off a creek between her yard and nearby condominiums. She holds a state permit to shoot or trap the animals amid a rising Illinois beaver population. Wildlife biologists note ecological benefits of dams and announce a three year Illinois study results due June 30.
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Rockford
Tanya Muzzarelli
Muzzarelli
Bill Bluett
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
Bluett
Illinois
Wildlife Extension
Southern Illinois University
Golden Jubilee Crown Coin Celebrates Queen Elizabeth II
The 50th anniversary of Elizabeth II's reign is marked by a Golden Jubilee £5 Crown Coin. Designed by Ian Rank Broadley, struck by the Royal Mint in cupronickel, with a diadem portrait on the reverse and an equestrian obverse. Presented in a folder with photos and narrative, order from the Royal Mint Coin Fulfillment Center in Cheyenne, WY.
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Elizabeth
Elizabeth II
United Kingdom
Commonwealth of Nations
Ian Rank Broadley
Royal Mint
Great Britain
British Royal Mint
Cheyenne
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John Patterson
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Dee
Wyoming
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Visa
Amnex
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