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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 2006
Page
4
The Southern Illinoisan editorial page outlines Letters Policy inviting signed letters under 250 words, with verification by phone. It lists contact details for submissions by mail, fax, and email, along with editors and publisher names and newsroom hours for tips and ad placements.
Gary Allison of the American Red Cross says local blood reserves are critically low after Independence Day. He notes hospitals are operating at about a one day supply and warn that two to three more accidents could exhaust stocks.
Voice of the South is urging residents to donate blood amid dwindling supplies caused by flooding east of the state. Donors 16 or older and weighing at least 110 pounds qualify, with diabetes and high blood pressure allowed under restrictions. Upcoming drives include Mardale Baptist Church Carbondale today 1:30 to 5:30, Herrin Hospital Friday noon to 4, Zion United Church Marion Sunday 9 to 1, Christian Church Elkville Monday 2 to 6, Wrights Do It Center Murphysboro Wednesday 2 to 6, and John A. Logan College July 18 and 19 9 to 1.
A veteran writes to thank Gov. Blagojevich for urging VA Director R James Nicholson to arrange a no cost credit freeze for about 26.5 million veterans affected by a data breach. The letter emphasizes swift protective action and notes Blagojevichs support for veterans through Vets Care healthcare access initiatives.
A reader challenges the editor over an editorial on a football player motorcycle wreck, arguing government restrictions invade private life. The letter questions the scope of government action and urges the newspaper to avoid outlawing varied sports and activities, accusing officials of overreach and labeling readers as sheep.
Sparta track team placed second at the Charleston meet, buried deeper than expected in The Southern Illinoisan. Patti Cecil praises coach Mark North and the squad for their hard work while noting years of limited local coverage. Public columnist lineup includes Pitts, Muir, Broder, and others.
A strong call for accountability targets crooked politicians funded by corporations and the greed driving harm to the public, urging bold action to protect citizens from corporate harm and political capture.
An older listener on Channel 3’s Evening News argues that women postponing motherhood for career is selfish. He contends a child loses a normal childhood when parents delay, citing a 92 year old friend with a 47 year gap to her youngest grandchild and an 8 year old grandchild.
Jim Muir recalls the 1998 contest where Glenn Poshard lost to George Ryan and argues the election changed Illinois politics. He cites indictments and pay-to-play concerns and notes the upcoming 2006 race, urging transparency as federal probes widen. He references Lisa Madigan’s referral to Fitzgerald and the Blagojevich administration probe, calling for full disclosure to voters.
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