Observations at Maron Creek Signal Indian War Parties
On June 3, 1804, Clark notes evening observations after Lewis's walk near Maron Creek showing signs of war parties crossing from the creek mouth. Clark reports a bad cold with sore throat and mentions carrying Benjamin Rush's Directions for Preserving the Health of Soldiers for medical aid, edited by Gary Moulton for the Lewis and Clark expedition.
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Lewis
Maron Creek
India
Benjamin Rush
Gary Moulton
University of Nebraska
Ken Burns
Accuracy Hotline for The Southern Illinoisan Reporting
The notice invites readers to report inaccuracies in The Southern Illinoisan via a dedicated Accuracy Hotline. Residents of Jackson County are prompted to call 529-5454 with extension 5031, while callers from other areas use (800) 228-0429 with extension 5031 to reach the newsroom for corrections or concerns.
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Jackson County
Malpractice and gambling still on Illinois agenda
As budget gridlock drags on, lawmakers in Springfield still face key items. Proposals to cap malpractice awards and expand gambling sit in limbo while budget talks continue, with June 30 looming and a July 1 start to the new fiscal year.
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Springfield
State Board of Education
Bush
Denny Jacobs
East Moline
Rod Blagojevich
Chicago
House
Tom
Marion student reaches final round of spelling bee
Stephens, a Marion junior high pupil who will start high school in fall, advances to the final spelling bee round. He captains Scholar Bowl, plays clarinet in the band, and just won regional Math Field Day first place with both parents in math shown as influences on his success.
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Stephens
Marion
Marion Junior High School
Marion High School
Union Officials Seek Interim Prosecutor Amid Budget Crunch
Union County officials discuss filling the state's attorney post with an appointed interim. Possible candidates include Steve Applegate and Patrick Cox, both eyeing the November election. appointment requires board chairman Jack Eddleman and two other commissioners, amid a looming 10 percent budget cut. Cox warns of bias and Applegate would accept if suggested.
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Jackson
Toler
Jack Eddleman
Democratic Party
Steve Applegate
Bigler
Patrick Cox
Green Party
Allen James
Cox
State’s Attorney’s Office
Applegate
Union County
Root Beer Saloon owner sues over blocked back alley access
The Root Beer Saloon owner alleges a blocked alley hinders supply deliveries, septic work, and emergency access. After four years he sues for more than 50 thousand dollars while planning a guitar shop next door with a German partner. Jeremiah defended the owner as a town asset but blamed ongoing clashes with the city council.
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Germany
Jeremiah
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Holan
Becky.malkovich
Thesouthern
Illinois
NOKIA
Firstcellular.com
Anna
Benton
Carpennnie
Lawuort Rarrisburg
Mt. Carmel
Mt.Vernion
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West Frankfort
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Sparta
Shay Telephone
Katy
Patty ‘Loveless
Porch
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UNION
Jim Tweedy
Caleb.hale
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