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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 2008
Page
4
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On March 19, 1862 President Lincoln replies to Dr Samuel B Tobey a Quaker leader urging direct peace talks He notes the difficulty of peace amid a great war but expresses hope for an early end to the conflict Lincoln’s words reflect a balance between war aims and pacifist sentiments from the Society of Friends.
Rend Lake College wins a 1.6 million federal grant to train a new generation of coal miners, funding 420 students and programs in mine construction and coal production across multiple schools. Bend Lake College also benefits from the same program as regional efforts to revitalize the coal industry gather momentum despite the FutureGen setbacks.
Feedback requests opinion on editorials and offers two submission paths. Readers may post comments online at the Opinions field or email Gary Metro with name address and phone number for possible newspaper publication.
A reader criticizes Governor Red for anti labor stance and tax and spend policies. The letter argues the governor’s Bipartisan team plan is a public relations move while the Tony Rezko racketeering trial looms. The writer suggests Glenn Poshard as a better choice to avert economic decline.
A reader argues against blaming Israel for defense against Gaza rocket fire. They note 335 rockets from Hamas, citing casualties and property damage, and urge restraint while highlighting Western calls for calm. The author asks others to imagine Israel’s stance and prays for a positive development.
The letter argues Trico proved its mettle by beating a top Meridian team to take the regional title and then defeating Waltonville in the sectional. It credits players, coaches, administration, and devoted fans who traveled long distances to support the team, noting the community views Trico as a winner despite not reaching Peoria.
Gerald Zimmerman laments IHSA policy restricting local TV coverage of A and AA basketball playoffs in the 1990s. He argues reduced audience harms advertisers and rural viewers, noting lost visibility of sponsors and even tractor company branding during games.
Kathleen Parker argues Obama's Philadelphia address balanced praise for progress with a tough read of the Wright episode. She notes Obama framed race within America's unfinished work toward a more perfect union, while hinting at sensitivity to white concerns and urging collective self-examination to choose destiny and hope.
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