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Army Intelligence Officer's Travels in LOOKING for TROUBLE

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 10:45:05 EDT

Military analyst Ralph Peters' recounting of the the people he met on his travels in Gorbachev's Soviet Union, Pakistan, South America, Asia, and other world hotspots

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Published: Nov 05, 2011

The River Pirates Treasure of Cave-in-Rock in Southern Illinois

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:28:17 EDT

Between the 1790's and 1830s, thieves, counterfeiters, and other criminals operated out of the cavern. People continue searching for rumored treasure caches.

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Published: Nov 02, 2011

Steamboats and More at the River Discovery Center in Paducah, KY

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 09:51:01 EDT

The River Discovery Center features steamboat models, a pilothouse simulator, and a variety of other displays, all related to the river industry.

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Published: Oct 30, 2011

Asian Carp to Feed Illinois Hungry

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 07:53:13 EDT

Fishermen are being asked to donate their Asian carp catches to feed Illinois' hungry, joining donated deer already on the list.

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Published: Sep 25, 2011

What was the Cause of the American Civil War?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 10:31:16 EDT

North and South did not fight over slavery. But without slavery, the war would not have been fought.

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Published: Sep 16, 2011

Graphic Novel in ODD WE TRUST with Odd Thomas and Elvis' Ghost

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:16:20 EDT

Fry cook Odd Thomas goes after a serial killer at the silent behest of the ghost of one of the child victims.

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Published: Aug 17, 2011

MORAL COMBAT: Focus on Moral Issues in World War Two

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 06:54:23 EDT

New book looks at moral issues which arose during World War Two, on both the Allied and Axis sides.

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Published: Aug 07, 2011

Biodeisel Fuel from a Weed - Pennycress

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 06:07:02 EDT

Pennycress, a member of the oil-rich mustard family, is a winter crop that does not compete with food crops.

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Published: Aug 03, 2011

A Blue Octopus and Humpty Dumpty at Centralia (IL) Balloonfest Aug 19-21, 2011

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 11:02:31 EDT

A fleet of about 40 hot air balloons fill Foundation Park over the weekend, with music, concessions, a Balloonfest Idol Contest, and more.

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Published: Jul 28, 2011

DuQuoin State Fair Line-Up Announced (Aug 26-Sep5, 2011) - Lynyrd Skynyrd, Willie Nelson

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 06:35:51 EDT

With the DuQuoin State Fair...Illinoi's "other" state fair...just around the corner, the grandstand line-up is finally announced.

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Published: Jul 21, 2011

Free Killer Online EBay Tips and Guides

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 07:34:10 EDT

People who offer invaluable eBay selling tips and inspiration.

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Published: Jul 16, 2011

Military Success and Failure in SUN TZU at GETTYSBURG

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 08:19:42 EDT

Bevin Alexander looks at ten battles and campaigns from the viewpoint of Sun Tzu, author of The Art of War.

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Published: Jul 01, 2011

Yes, You Can Sell VHS Videotapes on EBay!

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 17:25:12 EDT

Although no one is releasing movies on VHS anymore, there remains a strong market for people who have not given up their VCRs.

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Published: Jun 28, 2011

New Unveiling for the Popeye Character Trail at the Chester (IL) Popeye Picnic Sep 9-11, 2011

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:37:10 EDT

The 32d annual Popeye Picnic is being held Sep 9-11, 2011 in Chester, IL.

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Published: Jun 22, 2011

Mosquito-Killing Secrets for Summer Outdoor Events

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 08:11:04 EDT

Soap bubbles, Listerine, and other unusual ways of dealing with squadrons of blood-thirsty mosquitoes.

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Published: Jun 19, 2011

Gangster Charlie Birger Last in Illinois Legally Executed by Hanging

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:25:13 EDT

Gangster and bootlegger Charlie Birger battled the KKK and a rival gang, before being convicted of murder and executed.

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Published: Jun 17, 2011

Follow-Up on Jun 11-12 American Ghost Society Jacksonville, IL, Conference

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 06:51:37 EDT

Ghosts at St Louis' Lemp Mansion, the real Djinn, how to misinterpret explainable experiences as ghosts, and more featured at the annual summer conference.

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Published: Jun 16, 2011

Superman Brandon Routh Appearing at the Metropolis (IL) Superman Celebration Jun 9-12

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Fri, 27 May 2011 07:45:43 EDT

Brandon Routh, star of Superman Returns, will be in Metropolis for the Superman Celebration.

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Published: May 27, 2011

Useful Tips for Your Trip to Gettysburg

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Thu, 26 May 2011 10:25:05 EDT

Here are some tips that will help you in getting ready for your trip to Gettysburg.

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Published: May 26, 2011

Coming Soon! Okawville Heritage Days June 11-12, 2011

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nick Howes) — Fri, 20 May 2011 10:42:56 EDT

The preserved smalltown Victorian-era lifestyle is demonstrated at the preserved Schlosser House, a time capsukle that illuminates the past.

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Published: May 20, 2011