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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 2004
Page
4
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The Du Quoin State Fair began with Ken William R. Hayes and partners turning it into a Southern Illinois horse racing and entertainment hub. After the Hambletonian left for New Jersey, the Iraqi Jabr family bought the fair in 1979, raising fears for its magic. The State of Illinois took over in 1986 and kept it a late summer entertainment center for years.
Hundreds of motor homes descend on the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds for the Newmar Kountry Klub International Rally. Officials estimate the event will generate about 500000 in economic activity through dining, fueling, and touring Southern Illinois, while the fair expands with a new horse arena, multi purpose facility, and ongoing trade shows.
Reader letter urges Marion to seek alternative water sources, criticizing Rend Lake costs and impacts on endangered species and free flowing streams. Proposes conservation and protecting natural areas while questioning current water supply expansion plans.
The climate bill would cut global warming pollution and protect natural treasures like coral reefs and the Everglades. It notes administrations actions have weakened safeguards and warns of droughts floods heat waves and health risks without the bill.
Jeff Smyth recalls a dramatic shift from insect cruelty as a child to a later aversion and protective acts toward bugs. He notes a poll showing spiders as the most disliked bug among Southern Illinois readers, cites a $5.7 billion annual U.S. pest bill, and highlights a contrast with his children’s attitudes. Smyth reflects on past behavior and current guardianship of his youngest’s fascination with fireflies.
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