Southern Illinoisan Letters Policy and Contact Details
Editorial board contacts and submission guidelines for The Southern Illinoisan include mail and email addresses for voices and tips, reader responses limited to 250 words, and requirements for signed letters with verifiable phone numbers. The policy specifies editing rights and restrictions on poetry, mass submissions, and libel.
Voice Or The Reaper To the Editor
A reader voices mourning and anger over Dr Jan Bowman Marsh closing her private practice in Illinois blaming insurance systems and lawsuits. She urges patient voices, notes the death care crisis, and warns few doctors remain while critiquing Social Security and Bush tax cuts.
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Bush era critique fuels college tuition ire in Illinois letter
A Southern Illinois student argues against Bush policy, cites 13 percent tuition hikes as record, touts John Kerry for universal college access, calls for rebuilding the U S economy and education system, and criticizes Blagojevich while urging support for Kerry for a fair education and brighter future.
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Local figures honored in Southern Illinois news roundup
Dorothy Burdell named Volunteer of the Year for Bethany Village Food Pantry work and charity. Benton High students reported a met lab during Clean and Green Day, aiding law enforcement. White Supremacist Matthew Hale convicted for plotting against a federal judge. West Frankfort with new Mayor Bob Ellis rescinds demolition vote on old city hall. Frank Craine III, Sister Mary Bede, and Murphysboro Key Club honored by Chamber of Commerce. George Morris received eight WWII medals from Rep Jerry Costello for Navy service 1942–46. John A Logan IV, great-grandson of Gen. Logan, visited Southern Illinois. Bend Lake Conservancy District board clash over minutes. Alvin Roberts marks 50 years with Illinois Bureau of Blind Services. SIU Carbondale Salukis ranked number one in Athlon Magazine 2004 D I-AA preseason poll. Frank and Ethel Calcaterra named grand marshals of 2004 HerrinFesta Italiana parade.
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Global Earth Observation System pact signed in Tokyo
Nations led by the United States take a 10 year step toward an Earth Observation System uniting 47 countries and 26 organizations to monitor oceans, atmosphere, and land. Benefits include better weather forecasts, safer shipping, stronger fisheries, and reduced disaster costs.
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