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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 15, 2006
Page
2
In May 1806 Lewis notes evidence of diverse colored bears in the region, describing a black and white patterned female, and two cubs of different hues. He compares size, claws, and winter behavior with the common black bear, suggesting many color-based distinctions and possible multiple species. Edited by Gary Moulton.
A notice invites readers to report inaccuracies in The Southern. It provides contact options from Jackson County and nationwide, with respective phone numbers and extension 5030 for both. The brief item directs readers to call the Accuracy Hotline for corrections.
In Michigan a woman found in Arizona after 30 years since her father allegedly kidnapped her as a child during a 1976 Mother's Day weekend incident. Her mother waits for contact as law enforcement withholds her other name. In Illinois a state employee sues for reinstatement after opposing shredding contributor correspondence for Gov. Blagojevich. Swanton Ohio scene ends with a stabbing, deputy shot, and three family deaths in a domestic tragedy.
In Syracuse, Billy Joel received a standing ovation from nearly 5,000 graduates at Syracuse University. He urged the graduates to pursue what they love in life, saying not to chase security, prestige, or money but to follow passion and do what they love.
Joel, who skirted formal schooling, claims five or six honorary degrees including a new doctorate from Syracuse. He joked about no big song and then led the audience in a tune riffing on Down in New Orleans as a playful nod to the college town.
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