Olympic archer John Magera seeks Southern Illinois support
The July 7 2004 report highlights Crainville native John Magera, a longbow archer, preparing to represent the United States in the Olympic Games in Greece. Once a longshot at the U S trials in Ohio, his focus and perseverance turned him into a regional figure as he earned a place on the U S Olympic team.
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Southern Illinois rally around John Magera Olympic bid
The community celebrates bow shooter John Magera as he trains for Olympic competition. A fund named the John Magera Olympic Fund at Old National Bank in Carterville aims to raise 7000 to cover travel and lodging, with donations welcome by calling (618) 9858386.
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Publisher and contact details for The Southern Illinoisan
Publisher Dennis DeRossett and editor Meta Minton outline contact channels for letters tips and ads. Readers may mail to Carbondale address or fax email options, with policy on letters up to 250 words and signatures.
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Reader letter attacks Iraq war and school union actions
A reader criticizes President Bush and the Iraq invasion, citing casualties and costs, and cites James Baker’s memoir to argue earlier war strategy. The letter also laments Benton high school BEA union tensions, teacher strikes, and student impacts, then praises a charity golf scramble supporting Williamson County child advocacy groups.
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Fahrenheit 9 11 anger and the media narrative
Leonard Pitts Jr writes in the Miami Herald about Fahrenheit 9 11 provoking potent anger at Bush and wartime policy. He contrasts anger with liberal restraint, notes the film’s provocative stance, and warns that bipartisan rage could erode common ground while acknowledging the effect of Moore’s documentary on political discourse.
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