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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 19, 2004
Page
1
Nation observes the Sept. 11 commission hearing in New York with sweeping testimony and public emotion. The event draws attention across page 7A coverage, highlighting the ongoing inquiry and its political implications.
State’s attorney John Bigler said he will not resign June 1 despite last week’s announcement. Citing misrepresentations by two county board members, he will complete the six months left in office while preparing for a future role with Cunningham Enterprises Corp in Anna.
Allan Norman of Marion observed a longer ride to his Carbondale Clinic, noting about a 10 minute extra delay on Illinois 13. IDOT reported steady traffic overall on day one of a four month 3 million dollar project with westbound lane closures and 5 to 15 minute delays during peak times. Delays may shift as work moves to the westbound passing lane later this week and to the eastbound lanes early next week.
In Baghdad, relatives of prisoners at Abu Ghraib urged death sentences for those behind abuses as the first court martial loomed. Odai Ibrahim, among hundreds visiting the prison, said if offenses were proven, execution is warranted at the notorious site on Baghdad’s western outskirts.
Illinois lawmakers weigh the Iraq WMD argument after a roadside bomb discovery of sarin nerve agent. Two U.S. House members appear to align with party lines on weapons of mass destruction, shaping the debate.
Eugene McAdory Jr. is terminated as Menard warden effective Saturday and replaced by Charles L. Hinsley, warden at Tamms since December 1, 2002. McAdory, named Menard warden January 1, 2003, had a long Corrections Department career and faced two lawsuits alleging staff misconduct, including a March suit alleging sexual harassment and retaliation.
A report claims sarin nerve gas found in use by guerrillas near Saddam Hussein’s regime stirs questions about broader WMD programs. Officials urge caution while investigators assess sources and scope.
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