Brando dies after lung failure ends legendary film career
The Godfather star Marlon Brando died following lung failure, ending a career marked by iconic performances from Streetcar Named Desire to On the Waterfront. He popularized Method acting learned in New York, known for deep psychological work and relentless preparation.
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Marlon Brando remembered as Hollywood wild one
Tribute recalls Marlon Brando 1924 2004 film icon known for Method acting and landmark roles. Notes his Godfather win controversy with Sassheen Littlefeather, career reinventions, and personal life including multiple marriages and children. Highlights include On the Waterfront and The Godfather era and Brando’s influence on actors.
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Don Vito Corleone
Brando
Sasheen Littlefeather
Hollywood
Coming Up Life at Midwest Amusement Parks
A look at upcoming roller coasters and rides across Midwest parks. Featuring new attractions, opening dates, and park highlights for thrill seekers planning visits. Details cover major launches, seasonal events, and safety notes shaping the schedule.
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Midwest Amusement Parks
Nobel Laureate speaks for immigrants in Parade Magazine
A Nobel laureate voices support for immigrant communities in Parade Magazine piece dated Sunday July 4, outlining advocacy, policy viewpoints, and calls for inclusive immigration reform. The article foregrounds the laureate’s moral stance and potential impact on public opinion and policy discussions.
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Parade Magazine
Lewis and Clark Journal Excerpt 1804 Camp and Tradeing House
An excerpt from the Lewis and Clark journals describes halted at a trading house in May 1804 where a fat horse was found, a small run behind the house, and a round bend near the high land as the expedition camps. It notes the journey opened with 193 pounds of portable soup costing $289.50, 30 gallons of wine for $77.20, and two pounds of tea for $3.80, edited by Gary Moulton.
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Governor signs interim budget and sends lawmakers home
Governor Blagojevich signs an interim budget and orders a special session to close a 2.3 billion deficit in a 54 billion plan. He sends rank and file lawmakers home for the July Fourth holiday while signaling daily sessions until a full-year budget is approved. The move aims to prod negotiators though it risks angering legislators and voters ahead of Election Day.
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Illinois Senate Leaders End Long Session With Break
Senate President Emil Jones and Gov. Blagojevich led discussions on the budget and non-budget reforms, reporting progress on borrowing and malpractice reform. They approved a three day recess, with Jones urging continued work when lawmakers return Tuesday.
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Accuracy Hotline Corrections for The Southern Illinoisan
Readers report errors in multiple stories including misspelled name Linz C Brown of Carbondale, incorrect police chief identification for Capt Steve Lamar Mount Vernon, wrong manager of Du Quoin State Fair Ron Summers, and incorrect camp contact Dan Cross basketball.
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du Quoin
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