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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 2001
Page
1
A truck drives near Salisbury England past Stonehenge as traffic increases with a road widening plan. Concerns rise that the heavier traffic could endanger the foundations of the ancient monument.
Centreville Township trustees approved a $42,495 2001 GMC Yukon after a highly specific bid brought only one response. The Indigo blue SUV with sun roof heated leather seats and Onstar will mainly serve Township Supervisor Joseph Touchette, reflecting a local practice of outfitting top officials with upscale vehicles.
CBS News anchor Dan Rather leads a news conference at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York after an staff member on his team tests positive for cutaneous anthrax. He points to the staffer’s swelling site as he outlines details while a full story follows.
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Springfield judge dismisses U S Rep David D Phelps suit to overturn Illinois congressional redistricting map. Phelps says he is disappointed and will appeal as Circuit Judge Donald Cadagin sides with the Illinois State Board of Elections that the map cannot be overturned by state court.
County judge dismisses a bid to halt a congressional map contending it violates the state constitution. Phelps and his attorney plan an appeal, arguing courts should review reapportionment and noting the map’s lack of contiguity and compactness.
James Garrett, 33, is out on bond while his 12-foot python remains in the care of Illinois Department of Natural Resources officials. The snake will stay with authorities until Garrett's criminal charges are resolved after a Sept. 23 911 hang-up at his Anna residence. Police found Garrett intoxicated and warned them about the snake, which was described as large and irate. Deputy Stearns, the snake handler, faced resistance as he attempted to place the snake in a container.
The third suspect in a late August shooting at the Israelite farm in rural Pulaski County has been located in Georgia and is reportedly serving in the Army. Renaldo DuJuan Barnett, 19, will be handed over to county authorities after being picked up at Fort Benning. Barnett joins Johnny L. Warren, 19, and James J. Williams, 24, in charges of attempted murder and related counts following a party dispute between Israelite farm residents and others from Tamms and Carbondale. Williams faces a Nov 26 jury trial. Williams’ court appearance is Oct 31. Barnett will be arraigned on arrival.
Jackson County Board hears a proposed early retirement program to trim the general fund. Sheriff Kilquist says a department could save about 125000 annually by replacing retirees at lower pay, with enrollment spanning 12 months, delaying real savings for a year amid a nearly $500000 current deficit.
The Yankees seize a 2-0 series edge in the American League Championship Series with a win that boosts their momentum. In college football, Southern Illinois Salukis brace for another ranked foe as they prepare for a tough upcoming matchup.
Regional faith and values groups send athletes and volunteers to Central America for mission work. The delegation will engage in community service and outreach activities, focusing on youth programs and cultural exchange during the upcoming visit.
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