Benton Public Library seeks 1.3 million expansion
The Benton Public Library plans a 10 000 square foot state of the art facility on South Main Street. It will serve about 100 daily visitors and is expected to boost interest in books tapes videos and DVDs as proponents press for the project.
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Readers urged to send letters to Voice of Reader
The Southern Illinoisan invites readers to send letters to Voice of Reader with fewer than 4250 words and typewritten or email submissions. Letters should address current issues, be signed, include a phone number, and may be edited. libelous or insulting content will not be published.
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Readers debate abortion law and AMA history in Roe v Wade context
The letter argues Roe v Wade misreads medical ethics and ancient law claiming abortion was decriminalized, cites AMA statements from 1871 about fetal personhood, and asserts the 14th Amendment should apply to the unborn. It questions medical malpractice reform and endorses the US legal system with impartial juries over proposed changes.
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Bush Kerry strength race centers on late ad blitzes
Washington Post columnist David Broder notes the 2004 presidential contest centers on which candidate is perceived as the stronger leader. Bush maintains the edge despite Iraq turmoil and rising costs while Kerry fights back with $25 million in negative ads portraying Bush as untrustworthy and Kerry as steadfast, aiming to shift focus to policy questions.
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