Fall Classic Spotlight on 2001 World Series Battle
The 2001 World Series between the New York Yankees and Arizona Diamondbacks is recalled as a defining Fall Classic. It started late after the Sept. 11 attacks and showcased heroics from Derek Jeter, Curt Schilling, Randy Johnson, and Luis Gonzalez. Johnson delivered clutch relief, Gonzalez had the series clinching hit, and the event revived baseball amid national grief.
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Bill Mazeroski
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The Vent Letters Policy and Contact Details
The policy explains letters to the editor must be typed or emailed, with name and city published but not the telephone number. Submissions may be edited and not printed as submitted. Libelous or mass submissions are rejected, and Saturday readers can record comments by calling 618 351 5005 or emailing sisoundoff yahoo com.
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Flowers Case Brings Doubt Over 32 Dismissed Felony Counts
Illinois attorney general dismissed 32 felony charges against Christopher Elementary teacher David Flowers after a 20 month saga that left both sides claiming victory. He faced 16 counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse tied to alleged acts with 16 fifth grade girls at the school between 1997 and 2000. He received 24 months probation, counseling, resignation, and barred contact with students during probation.
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Voice of the Reader letters critique national debate
Readers praise Gary Marx editorials advocating peace after tragedy. They cite Marylin Schwartz item and Linda Rush coverage, criticize Falwell and Robertson rhetoric, and oppose Bill Maher in ABC programming while urging Belted driving safety and daylight use. Margie Parker and others express concern over national discourse and media personalities.
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Southern Illinoisan
Gary Marx
Peace Coalition of
Southern Illinois
Marylin Schwartz
Falwell
Robertson
Linda Rush
Peace Coalition
Bill Maher Critics Spark Outcry Over Remarks on 9/11
A viewer objects to comments by Bill Maher on ABC's Politically Incorrect calling terrorists warriors. The note condemns his framing of the 9/11 attacks and asserts the strikes against military targets occurred in a declared conflict, not during a civilian massacre.
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Fly Your Flags Proudly Every Day in West Frankfort
Patricia McFarland from West Frankfort urges daily flag flying after noting empty displays downtown and recalls relatives in New York and those who lost loved ones. She states flags should fly at all times to honor Americans and those affected.
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Southern Illinoisan
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Patricia McFarland
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