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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 2012
Page
4
Our view notes the Miners cap a Frontier League title run as a bright counterpoint to a period of persistent negative headlines. The piece frames the victory as a welcome distraction and a sign of perseverance amid ongoing challenges.
The Southern Illinois Miners clinched their first Frontier League championship at Rent One Park Marion completing a three game sweep over Florence Gateway in a dramatic 12 inning finale Jake Kaase delivered the walk off bases loaded winner as manager Mike Pinto celebrated a long awaited triumph and regional respite from hard times.
A reader letter argues Gov. Quinn should not close Tamms Correctional Center citing safety and truth about violence at Menard and Tamms. The writer warns of “great injustice” and urges production of records and funeral attendance by leaders while commenting on Romney Obama and Harry Reid tax issues.
A letters column sparked outrage over dogs in cemeteries and the idea that peace at gravesites is sacred. Writers mused that respect for the dead means avoiding dogs and scattering plastic flowers that eventually fade away.
The 31st Illinois Volunteer Infantry Reactivated, Company C, honors Lt Col John H White at Rose Hill Cemetery in Marion. The 1981 wind toppled the obelisk. the marker was restored by 1984 with Adams Monument Co. credit. The unit, led by the late Jim Cox, continues to lay a wreath annually for Civil War soldiers.
A reader argues that congressmen and senators should release their tax returns to reveal who finances them and potential conflicts. The note cites Obama nominees and notes many business leaders, across parties, do invest.
A 91 year old reader urges Christians to cry out to God for forgiveness, honor faith in elections, and seek divine guidance for leaders. They cite Bible verses Romans 8 28 31 Corinthians 1 9 Galatians 6 7 and declare treasures in heaven while emphasizing God’s sovereignty.
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State and federal lawmakers listed with office numbers and web links. Durbin Kirk Shimkus and Forby are named with district and DC contacts, plus district phone numbers and emails. No narrative context provided.
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