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The notice outlines submission rules for Letters to the Voice of the Reader from The Southern Illinoisan. It specifies word limit, format, required signature and phone verification, and that editors may edit letters. It lists contact methods and public official contact numbers, with disclaimers on libel and mass submissions.
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Lincoln writes to Grant on Robert Lincoln seeking rank
On January 19, 1865 President Lincoln asks General Grant for his honest opinion about Robert Lincoln seeing some of the war before it ends. He considers reserving commissions for more deserving candidates and asks if Robert could obtain a nominal rank without public detriment to the service.
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Comeback ideas push conservatives beyond Reagan
Monacharen reviews David Frum’s Comeback, arguing that Reaganism is aging and a new, audacious conservative program could rebrand the GOP. Frum’s proposals include a carbon tax, USA accounts in Social Security, zero taxes on inheritance and capital gains, prison reform, green conservatism, and selective immigration. He contends these ideas could persuade voters and revitalize a unified Republican platform.
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Golden Pen winner keeps her focus on the future
Erian Sims won the December Golden Pen for a letter about life after Maytag shutdown at Herrin. She and other displaced workers faced job loss, pursued schooling, and strained finances while staying focused on a better tomorrow. Sims, a divorced mother of three, spoke of moving forward and her academic achievements at John A. Logan College.
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Maytag's impact not felt yet in Herrin
Editor Gary Metro of The Southern responds to a letter arguing the Maytag plant closure has not yet shown its true effects. The writer predicts significant consequences within 18 to 24 months as laid-off workers pursue degrees and seek jobs, noting hardships for single workers and families and urging public visibility beyond a rosy closure narrative.
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Ron Paul oath message praised by veteran supporter
A Grantsburg veteran commends Ron Paul for teaching the meaning of the oath to defend the Constitution. The letter argues Paul has public service integrity, notes broad small-donor support, and urges voters to discern media narratives amid national economic and social turmoil.
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Scott Kossack
Grantsburg
Herrin High hosts IHSA Sectional Bowling Meet
Herrin High School hosts the IHSA Sectional boys bowling meet at Herrin Bowl starting 9 am with ten teams Carterville Columbia Freeburg Harrisburg Herrin Mascoutah Mount Vernon Salem Waterloo Gibault and Waterloo Admission is 5 dollars. Top two teams advance to the state tournament in O Fallon next week.
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