GOP struggles to pick Senate candidate after Rauschenberger declines
State Republicans search for a front-runner as Steve Rauschenberger stays put. Local leaders voice frustration with party leadership while weighing whether former candidate Jay Ryan might return. Several officials urge a strong, recognized name to face Obama, amid a tight four month fundraising window.
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Lewis and Clark camped opposite an island head in a wary stand
The journal notes that near the S. S. opposite the island head an encamped group did not answer signals, suggesting a potential war party of Soux. A bow shot was fired to alarm the shore party, who prepared to oppose any attack. Annotated by Gary Moulton for scholarly editing.
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Senators share grief as death by own action bill advances
In the Senate, lawmakers invoked personal loss to back an $82 million three year program. Senator Gordon Smith introduced the measure honoring his son Garrett who died by self harm, with others recounting their fathers' deaths and urging national action on youth prevention and intervention efforts.
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Saluki mascot Tut euthanized at age 13 ends tradition
Beloved SIU Saluki mascot Tut, a national symbol tied to basketball glory and media exposure, was euthanized at 13. The dog, shown in a CBS documentary and ESPN, was also a prize show dog, winning the Saluki Club of America National Specialty in 2003.
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ESPN
Saluki Club of America
Lexington
Weber
Correction issued on SIU budget figures in Thursday paper
A Southern Illinoisan correction clarifies SIU system totals at nearly 348.6 million dollars with 239.6 million to SIUC including medicine, 107 million to Edwardsville, and 1.9 million to central administration. Also notes erroneous listing of Geezer at Ten Pin Alley and cancellation of Seniors Dine and Dance in Flipside.
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The View Tracking down Nepal's rebels in a land of timeless beauty
A dispatch from Nepal details a government effort to locate rebel groups amid the Himalayan landscape famed for timeless beauty. Officials say operations target insurgent hideouts while civilians navigate tense checkpoints and shifting loyalties. The report notes regional impact on travel and safety.
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