Priest calls U S immoral. blasts homosexuality in NY church
In a 15 minute St Patrick Cathedral homily Msgr Eugene Clark condemned homosexuality as a disorder and blamed the priest abuse scandal on a sex saturated liberal culture. He labeled the United States probably the most immoral country in the Western hemisphere as Egan and others met with the Pope.
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Vatican witnesses push for clear action after Catholic abuse crisis
Vatican figures and scholars in Italy and the United States discussed the Rome summit as Sister Assunpta in St. Peter's Square urged accountability. Cardinal George, seen as leading the Chicago model, is expected to shape US church response while a decade-long Chicago priest abuse report nears release.
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The Family Barn That Built a Region's History
The 36 by 96 by 55 foot barn, once a hub for dairy cattle, horses, hogs, and hay, anchors regional memory. Bill V recalls childhood play and heritage, while Lavonne Bathon notes a childhood fall in a floor hole and the lasting pride in a structure his great grandfather built.
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Storm toll rises after deadly outbreak hits Fairfield area
In a severe storm, 1 person died near Fairfield and damage spread to nearby Sims with damaged buildings and trees. U.S. 45 and Illinois 15 closed briefly. A tornado warning was issued for rural southeastern Hamilton County with no reported damage there. Golf ball sized hail hit Southern Illinois, especially Pinckneyville, as crews worked about five hours tracking high winds, a possible tornado sighting, and large hail.
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David Searby
du Quoin
Barn Dance Draws Crowd at Old Red Barn
“I’m glad people still want to come to our spring barn dance,” said elder Timpner. The crowd gathered as Timpner IV greeted attendees, the band played, and couples swirled on the faded wooden floor as dusk settled outside the barn.
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Underground Railroad quilt exhibit eyed at African-American Museum
The African-American Museum at University Mall plans an Underground Railroad quilt exhibit to draw visitors and raise funds. Founded by the Southern Illinois Achievers in 1998, the museum seeks permanent space if funding improves. Estimates show at least $4,000 needed to bring the quilts, with community gifts hoped for.
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Southern Illinois
Accuracy Hotline for The Southern Illinoisan Inquiries
Readers may report errors to the Accuracy Hotline at 529-5454 Ext. 5176 from Jackson County or 800 228-0429 Ext. 5176 from elsewhere.
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