Lincoln log notes on slavery amendment preview date
The Lincoln Log section previews a January 10 1849 note where Congressman Lincoln proposes an amendment to a DC slavery resolution. The bill would stop growth of slavery in the District and offer compensation to slaveowners while exempting slaveholding congressmen from freeing their slaves.
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Amtrak funds linger as lawmakers weigh long haul aid
A speculative note on Amtrak funding follows a hypothetical Bears playoff ticket plan. The piece notes Amtrak faced bleak prospects years ago, federal support saved it, and now lawmakers may boost subsidies to keep rail service running long term.
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Amtrak supporters tout $3 billion boost and cheap Chicago tickets
Voice of the Southern backs Durbin Obama and Illinois delegation as they push for a $3 billion Amtrak infusion amid a Bush veto risk. Hypothetical deals show $66 round trips from Carbondale to Chicago, with discounts, plus calls to invest in trains, tracks and infrastructure. Ridership rises link to gas prices and better service.
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Radon Awareness Act One Affects Real Estate Transactions
The Illinois Radon Awareness Act took effect January 1 2008 and targets buyers in real estate deals by requiring two documents about radon health risks and testing recommendations. January is National Radon Awareness Month with a governor proclaimed Radon Action Month urging home testing and free test kits available online from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency.
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Thumbs down to The Southern Illinoisan opinion page
A reader denounces the Jan 4 opinion piece for praising lawmakers and bulk electricity buying, calling the state government corrupt and ineffective. The letter urges outrage at politicians and the newspaper for promoting mediocrity, signed Dan Evans Auto Pass.
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Who Cares Which State Is First In Primary Season
The author critiques the obsession with Iowa and New Hampshire leading off the presidential race. He cites John Jackson and Gary Metro while mocking pundits and politicians who overstate early results. He notes minimal real impact beyond ego and publicity, and jokes about Obama's potential reaction if Illinois led.
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Readers invited to vote for Golden Pen Award winner
Readers may vote through Sunday January 13 for the Golden Pen Award given monthly to the author of the top letter to the editor. Voters can use the online site at www thesouthern com goldenpen or mail a note or clipped letter from January 2 to Editor Gary Metro at The Southern Illinoisan Carbondale Illinois 62901.
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New Year's push for Illinois lawsuit reform
Guest View urges lawmakers to pass meaningful reforms to curb personal injury lawsuit abuse in Illinois courts. The piece cites Illinois ranking as a judicial hellhole and argues reforms will attract jobs and investment, naming notable figures and the advocacy group Illinois Lawsuit Abuse Watch.
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