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COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE

GATEWAY ConferenceAll Games WLPFPAWLPFPA S. Illinois1037145023642 N. Iowa101674116958 W.


Washington Post

Washington Post SHELTER: Mandell Horwitz and his family built a latticework sukkah outside their


EMPLOYMENT Business is booming during hard times for companies that check references

Reference-checking companies can help job seekers as well as employers. DALLAS MORNING NEWS


STAMBAUGH STADIUM Chaney dedicates City Series win to injured senior

Chris Eskew was wounded in a shooting accident last weekend. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR


YOUNGSTOWN Author to focus on city's revival

The task force created two new categories of Peace Awards this year. & lt;a


Area women to be feted during awards banquet

Twelve women will be recognized for their community and professional service. BOARDMAN -- The YWCA


JUG: This Cattail refrigerator jug was made 50 years ago but is back in style. It is worth $35.

JUG: This Cattail refrigerator jug was made 50 years ago but is back in style. It is worth $35.


TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials consider finance position

Chamber officials will not comment on the meeting. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


HELOISE Solutions offer the recipe for clean windows

Dear Heloise: You printed a recipe for window cleaner last year. I clipped out the article and made


SYD KRONISH | Stamps Many faces of Paul Robeson

Paul Robeson was a man for all seasons -- athlete, scholar, singer, actor and civil-rights activist.


Buckeyes big test

Buckeyes big test Neither side has been tested like it will Saturday night when Ohio State takes


VIENNA M. Ridge defeats ICL rival handily

The Rams scored on the opening kickoff and went on to defeat Mathews 46-7. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU


HELOISE Laughter was best medicine for always cranky old patient

Dear Heloise: I loved (as usual) your column recently with suggestions from those working in the


REGION

REGION Jewelry store retains agency BOARDMAN -- Smith & amp; Co. Jewelers has retained


Senate should reject flawed 'partial-birth' abortion bill

Opinion: San Jose Mercury News: The legislation being considered by the Senate on "partial-birth" abortion


YOUNGSTOWN Judge: GOP council candidate will stay on ballot

Clarence Boles said he's still hoping for a state investigation into the matter. By BOB JACKSON


WARREN Closed for two years, Packard bridge reopens

No general fund money was used in the project. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN


Full crowds returning to Pro Player

More than 200,000 are expected for the three weekend games. MIAMI (AP) -- For most of the past six


MAHONING COUNTY Radio system still in danger

The holdup is money -- or, rather, the county's lack of it. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Astro Falcons -- will hold tryouts for its 2004 13-year-old Babe Ruth team Saturday at 10


THURSDAY'S TRANSACTIONS

THURSDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League MINNESOTA TWINS--Signed Ron Gardenhire,


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT YSU Dana Symphony Orchestra will perform at 8 p.m. Tuesday in Stambaugh


WORKOUT WEAR HAS COME A LONG WAY

WORKOUT WEAR HAS COME A LONG WAY 1969: Donald G. Fisher, a San Francisco real estate developer,


TODAY

TODAY 1 p.m. (FOXSP) Horse racing: The Meadows. 3 p.m. (ESPN) Women's golf: Samsung World


Group to light a fire for school construction

AUSTINTOWN -- A bonfire rally will kick off activities at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Austintown Middle School


CANCER TREATMENT Myth keeps people from surgery that could extend their lives

Respondents were mostly middle-aged or elderly. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A belief that cancerous


WEIRTON STEEL Retirees grow bitter over plan to end pensions

The struggling steelmaker says more than half its debt is owed to retirees. WEIRTON, W.Va. (AP) --


2 slaying trials to begin Tuesday

More than 200 prospective jurors are expected to report for duty Tuesday. By BOB JACKSON


MUTUAL FUNDS Abuses to lead to industry shakeout, analysts predict

Mutual fund investors should avoid major moves for now, advisers say. NEW YORK (AP) -- As more


MAC Struthers edges stubborn Niles

The Wildcats continued their roller-coaster season. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


ARTS

ARTS A concert featuring The Imperials with Ed Enoch and The Golden Covenant will double as a


Man is indicted on obscenity charges

Man is indicted on obscenity charges WARREN -- A 40-year-old Mineral Ridge man has been indicted


Renter burns hand in fire in kitchen

POLAND -- A woman who suffered a minor hand burn in a grease fire in the kitchen of her second-floor


It's not a five-star accommodation, but it's home

COREY BALLANTYNE SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR I meandered in the right direction looking for a


CAREER PATHS

RESTAURANTS YOUNGSTOWN -- Bravo Development Inc., a restaurant developer based in Columbus, has


Today is Monday, Oct. 13, the 286th day of 2003. There are 79 days left in the year. This is the

Opinion: Today is Monday, Oct. 13, the 286th day of 2003. There are 79 days left in the year. This is the


MARTIN SLOANE | Supermarket Shopper Receive merchandise in time for holidays

For smart shoppers, one of the best sources for economical holiday gifts is grocery manufacturers'


Right-hand rings being fingered as sign of female empowerment

NEW YORK (AP) -- It's been said that a woman's best accessory is a handsome man on her arm, but now


Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune FROM AUSTRIA: Austria is releasing a silver coin honoring the Marshall Plan.


Each week this fall, The Vindicator will look at all 13 of the area's state playoff football

Each week this fall, The Vindicator will look at all 13 of the area's state playoff football


National union rejects local pact

Top union officials won't accept proposed changes in seniority and job duties. By DON SHILLING


THURSDAY'S RESULTS

THURSDAY'S RESULTS FOOTBALL SOUTH South Carolina 27, Kentucky 21 Stephen F.Austin 35, Fla.


STRUTHERS Ribbon-cutting ceremony planned to showcase updated middle school

Architects designed the space to suit various uses. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


DANIEL WEBSTER | Coins Austria remembers the Marshall Plan

Austria revives memories with a coin honoring the Marshall Plan. The last of an eight-coin series,


THE LONGEST SERVING POPES

THE LONGEST SERVING POPES k Pope John Paul II's pontificate reaches 25 years on Thursday, putting


ARTWORK Details

Background on the figure in the calendar: Title: Man, Column, World Work: The man on the


Despite the advances of the computer age, the New York Stock Exchange still relies on the abilities

Despite the advances of the computer age, the New York Stock Exchange still relies on the abilities


Columbus loses first game, to Thrashers, 2-1

Atlanta is mourning the loss of Daniel Snyder at today's funeral. ATLANTA (AP) -- The Atlanta


Individuals and organizations to get Peace Awards Oct. 20

YOUNGSTOWN -- The seventh annual Peace Award Banquet to be sponsored the Mayor's Task Force on Crime


NBA PRESEASON

NBA PRESEASON EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB New Jersey201.000--


COLLEGE FOOTBALL

COLLEGE FOOTBALL Favorite Points Underdog SOUTH FLORIDA 1 T.c.u. MINNESOTA 1 Michigan


MERCER Board awards bid for new courtroom

Work is to begin next week on the new courtroom. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Special to The Vindicator

Special to The Vindicator PLAY BALL! Cleveland Indians shortstop Omar Vizquel gets a good look at


FOOTBALL

FOOTBALL MAHONING VALLEY JR. FOOTBALL LEAGUE FINAL STANDINGS VARSITY Western Reserve60


JOBS Construction still hard nut to crack for female workers

Women now hold about 9 percent of the nation's construction jobs. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS It


GATEWAY Penguins need to maintain sharpness

Western Illinois will be YSU's most formidable opponent so far this season. By PETE MOLLICA


TRUMBULL COUNTY Critics will circulate petitions to remove two commissioners

Removing a commissioner would require a judge's ruling. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


Clothes-out calendar sale: Men raise funds for schools

The Grange has a Web site so people can order the calendar. JUNCTION CITY, Ore. (AP) -- Cleve


Today is Saturday, Oct. 11, the 284th day of 2003. There are 81 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Saturday, Oct. 11, the 284th day of 2003. There are 81 days left in the year. On this date


"I worked with Dick Cheney and Colin Powell and Don Rumsfeld. But I'm very, very disappointed with

Opinion: "I worked with Dick Cheney and Colin Powell and Don Rumsfeld. But I'm very, very disappointed with


RELIGION

RELIGION Pope to celebrate 25th anniversary kPOPE John Paul II, battling the challenges of age


Who's the best team without a title?

Quick question: Name the best area high school football team never to win a state title. Got an


KATHRYN EARNHART | The Butlers Indians player Vizquel takes in museum shows

Among the hundreds of visitors from across America who have traveled to Youngstown's Butler


Hunter finds body; patrol investigating

VERNON -- The Ohio State Highway Patrol in Southington confirmed it is investigating the death of a


RABBI JOEL BERMAN Sukkot provides lessons about life

Most of our non-Jewish neighbors are familiar with the just-passed Jewish holidays that are known as


GIRARD -- Dr. Phil Accordino has been around cigars most of his life. He worked at a cigar

GIRARD -- Dr. Phil Accordino has been around cigars most of his life. He worked at a cigar


Ebony Fashion Fair set at Packard Music Hall

The 46th annual fund-raiser will benefit for the group's scholarship fund. WARREN -- The Warren-


WORLD CUP SOCCER Germans bring home first women's crown

Nia Kuenzer scored the winning goal against Sweden in overtime. CARSON, Calif. (AP) -- Now the


BIG TEN FOOTBALL Rushing Badgers will test Buckeyes

Ohio's State's run defense is the best in the nation. MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Ohio State leads the


NEW CASTLE Police, other workers want to keep pension manager

Council approved storm sewer work on Court Street. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU


GOLF

GOLF LOCAL St. Dominic's League championship at Tanglewood Golf Course -- was won by T.R.


NASCAR UAW-GM QUALITY 500 Newman pleased with pole win

He's turned a deaf ear to allegations his team is cheating. CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- Winning on the


Petite clutch bags make big impression in fashion world

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Women have grown accustomed to strappy tote bags spacious enough to carry


NAACP leaders address challenges of freedom

Ageism, racism, terrorism and sexism are the enemies of freedom, the speaker said. By PETER H.


HILL VIEW MANOR County has right to disputed money, consultant says

The deal fell through when the state pulled its approval. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE


Thursday's College Football Scores

Thursday's College Football Scores SOUTH South Carolina 27, Kentucky 21 Stephen F.Austin 35,


NASCAR WINSTON CUP

NASCAR WINSTON CUP UAW-GM QUALITY 500 LINEUP After Thursday qualifying; race Saturday At


INSIDE

INSIDE Chaney's victory over The Rayen School clinched a tie for the City Series title and was


Manufacturers help families mark festival

Prefab Sukkahs help preserve a centuries-old Sukkot tradition. WASHINGTON POST Jews wandering in


Touching closes gaps in couples

By BARTON GOLDSMITH SCRIPPS HOWARD In a relationship, touching each other is the most powerful


Al-Qaida was pursuing plans, officials say

Others involved in the plot are still loose, said an intelligence official. WASHINGTON (AP) --


NHL ROUNDUP Thursday's other games

Flyers 2, Sabres 0 PHILADELPHIA -- Mark Recchi and Michal Handzus scored power-play goals, and


BROWNS Policy supports coach and Couch

Kelly Holcomb may not return to full health as early as originally hoped. BEREA (AP) -- Cleveland


LOTTERY RESULTS

FRIDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 4-19-36-42-48 Mega Ball, 13 Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-6-0


AMERICAN LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES Next up is Pedro vs. the Rocket

Andy Pettitte pitched the Yankees past Boston 6-2 in Game 2 Thursday. NEW YORK (AP) -- Giddy after


COLLEGE FOOTBALL PREVIEWS Saturday's games

MOUNT UNION (4-0, 3-0 OAC) vs. HEIDELBERG (1-3, 1-2) When: 4 p.m. Where: Frost-Kalnow Stadium,


FOOTWEAR Anything goes in hunt for the perfect boot

Usually one style is favored. This season, it's everything including white-hot stilettos. KNIGHT


Lack of fiscal discipline triggers Trumbull crisis

Opinion: Trumbull County department heads caught in a budgetary vise bear sole responsibility for the layoffs


PENNSYLVANIA Deer cause 3 crashes, 1 fatality

The victim was thrown from the vehicle even though she wore a seat belt. STONEBORO, Pa. -- State


AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Engineers design safer, efficient SUV

Designers say the traditional SUVs are heavier and higher but not safer. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --


Associated Press

Associated Press DEAL MAKER: Specialist James Babbitt, right, directs trading on the floor of the


Marlins force a return to Wrigley

Josh Beckett threw the first postseason shutout against the Cubs since Babe Ruth in 1918. MIAMI


THE RECIPIENTS \ Award-winning performers

In the Women of Achievement category the honorees are: Minnie Andrews of Youngstown, retired


STOCK MARKET What role do specialists play?

Despite high-tech alternatives, specialists thrive as stock market go-betweens. NEW YORK (AP) --


LOTTERIES

LOTTERIES WEEKEND DRAWINGS Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-7-3 Pick 4, 1-7-8-6 Buckeye 5,


LIBERTY Leaf pickup

The township will begin its annual leaf pickup program Nov. 12. Here's the schedule and details:


FUGITIVES OF THE WEEK

FUGITIVES OF THE WEEK Donald Graham and Gertrude Gastaldo The FBI and Mahoning Valley Violent


HOMECOMING: Matt, Celeste and 2-month-old Jaxson Skidmore pose in front of their home in Greenville,

HOMECOMING: Matt, Celeste and 2-month-old Jaxson Skidmore pose in front of their home in Greenville,


Manager defends Red Sox

Johnny Damon expects to play in Game 3. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS NEW YORK -- Boston Red Sox


MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER

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MAHONING VALLEY Police expect thefts, vandalism to rise for Halloween

As the holiday gets closer, vandalism and theft reports go up, officials said. By SHERRI L.


NUTRITION PROGRAM In the area

MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in


CAVALIERS James' inconsistent play not unexpected

That trend can't continue if the Cleveland rookie hopes to live up to the hype. CLEVELAND (AP) --


Penguins faced with winning them all

The season didn't end for the Youngstown State football team Saturday, although many fans feel it


AMERICAN

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CLUB CALENDAR

CLUBS XVienna Fish and Game Club will hold a hand-to-hand self-defense class from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.


SALES CONTRACT | County nursing home

ZA Consulting pointed out several problems with the sales contract for Hill View Manor, the county


NESHANNOCK High school students enroll in courses for college credits

Drug detection dogs will be used in the schools for the first time. NESHANNOCK, Pa. -- Neshannock


THURSDAY GAMES S. Carolina holds off Kentucky

ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Daccus Turman had three short touchdown runs and South Carolina


BENEFIT Foundation to sponsor holiday craft workshop

Proceeds will benefit families with babies born with fragile conditions. BOARDMAN -- A holiday


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox 'Karl's' harmless crush turned into an obsession

Dear Annie: I have been married to "Karl" for 34 years, and we have two wonderful grown children.


FASHION Armani is s tar at 'Walk of Style'

Celebrities turned out to inaugurate Rodeo Drive's new look. BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. -- They lined


Bombing sparks avowal

The six dead and 32 injured were all Iraqis. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- The American administrator in


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Paxton (M.Rowland)11.206.803.60 Nature's Pick


STEELERS Joey Porter's night life now confined to hotel

Pittsburgh is traveling to Denver looking to rebound from two home losses. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


CORTLAND Asian ladybugs start annual fall swarming in Ohio

The species was recognized in Ohio 10 years ago. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


Runs should be more tough to come by in South Florida

Game 3 is tonight in Pro Player Stadium. MIAMI (AP) -- All those balls flying out of Wrigley Field


COLORADO Kobe Bryant emotionless as lawyers sling graphic details

The defense was able to force a witness for the prosecution to contradict some testimony. EAGLE,


HARDWARE A number of tool companies fix their sights on women

Tomboy Tools was one of the first to cater to that demographic. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS When it


YSU Revitalization of the city is theme at dedication of art facility

By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- When associate art professor Greg


POSTSEASON SCHEDULE Major League Baseball

Championship Series American League Oct. 8: Boston 5, New York 2 Oct. 9: New York 6, Boston 2


HELOISE Parakeets raised by a breeder tend to be friendly

Dear Heloise: We live in an apartment and would love a pet, but dogs and cats are not allowed. I've


'Road Trip' video

'Road Trip' video WARREN -- "Horatio's Drive: America's First Road Trip," a Ken Burns film for


The artful side of home decor

By NANCILYNN GATTA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NORTH LIMA -- Sheely's Furniture is bringing back a


NHL Teen goalie Fleury to get start for Pens

The Penguins open the NHL season tonight at home against Los Angeles. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Marc-


FAST FOOD INDUSTRY Burger battle shows how CEOs pile it on differently

Two very different chiefs are facing off in burger wars. CHICAGO TRIBUNE McDonald's Corp. tapped


HUBBARD Missing girls return safely

The girls were back in school this morning, their grandfather said. & lt;a


WORTH A LOOK

ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOWS XThe Old Hickory Craft Show is planned from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 25 at


NHL STANDINGS

NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia1000220 New


Judge: GOP council candidate will stay on ballot

Clarence Boles said he's still hoping for a state investigation into the matter. By BOB JACKSON