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COLUMBIANA Worker keeps downtown in bloom for summer

Tending the flowers earns the maintenance worker public admiration. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR


WINNING NUMBERS | August 30-September 5

OHIO Friday 9/5 Night drawings: Pick 3, 5-0-1 Pick 4, 2-2-4-9 Buckeye 5, 2-29-32-33-37 Mega


AGENDA | Landmarks program

The Sacred Landmarks Program will be Sept. 19 in Beeghly Hall at Youngstown State University. The


In Italy, pope asks for peace in Mideast, Africa

CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy (AP) -- Pope John Paul II decried hatred and violence in the Middle East and


Charges filed against Pitt quarterback

Charges filed against Pitt quarterback AP Photo By ALAN ROBINSON AP Sports Writer PITTSBURGH


COLUMBIANA Judge dismisses lawsuit

The judge said an employee failed to follow state law in making the claim. By NORMAN LEIGH


AUSTINTOWN Officials consider grant to fix Kleber Ave. flooding

A letter from residents says the flooding is intolerable. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


PHILADELPHIA Judge bars university's enforcement of 'acts of intolerance' prohibition

The university's code was sparked, in part, by anti-bin Laden posters. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A


YOUNGSTOWN Judge denies request to free Boardman man from prison

The judge ruled that an indefinite prison term was appropriate in this case. By BOB JACKSON


ASHTABULA COUNTY Task force uproots 2,000 marijuana plants

About $4 million worth of marijuana will now never reach buyers. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR


STATE PRISON

STATE PRISON Commitments 1993-2002 The number of criminals sent to state prisons from Mahoning,


ELLWOOD CITY County moves to repair bridge before cold weather

The bridge should close to traffic for a few days. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU


LOCAL

LOCAL West Branch-Salem parking alert BELOIT -- Parking for tonight's Salem-West Branch high


FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Alfonso Harrington The FBI and Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force


AMERICAN LEAGUE Woeful Tigers win third straight

Detroit needs six wins in its final 23 games to avoid matching the Mets' record. DETROIT (AP) --


Judge Lisotto to speak at court's ceremony

Judge Lisotto to speak at court's ceremony YOUNGSTOWN -- Judge Robert Lisotto of Mahoning County


Issues memorialize Israeli Holocaust

An anniversary to remember. To mark the 50th anniversary of the creation of Yad Vashem -- the


BCS Congress targets major conferences for unfair national champion format

The six major conferences dominate the Bowl Championship Series. WASHINGTON (AP) -- While


Outlaw bait-switch credit offers

It's trendy nowadays to talk about "the moose at the table" as code for something obvious and


RELATIONSHIPS Author: Finding a husband is serious business

Rachel Greenwald applies marketing expertise to the quest for marriage. By RACHEL BRAND SCRIPPS


Court, Congress act to correct FCC mistake

Opinion: Court, Congress act to correct FCC mistake (ARCHIVE PHOTOS, ARCHIVE GRAPHICS) Knight


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

THURSDAY'S RESULTS BOYS GOLF CANFIELD 165, STRUTHERS 170 (At Mill Creek) Canfield (7-1, 7-1


U.S. OPEN Play finally resumes after days of rain

Jennifer Capriati and Justine Henin-Hardenne both reached the semis. NEW YORK (AP) -- Martina


LOTTERY RESULTS

FRIDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 7-9-28-41-42 Mega Ball, 19 Night drawings: Pick 3, 5-0-1


U.S. gives old allies a chance to reunite in rebuilding Iraq

Opinion: The United States is giving France and Germany an opportunity to take some giant steps in healing


Doctor's affair wasn't malpractice, judge in Philadelphia rules

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A family doctor did not commit malpractice by having a sexual affair with a


Clarett still has time to change

I want you to try something. Walk around outside of your house (or apartment, or dorm room or


Official sets conditions to be leader

Former Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas resigned after four months in office. COMBINED DISPATCHES


Teen charged with abuse at day care

The children involved are between 4 and 10 years old. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


MASURY 2 hazards are set for removal from township property

Old trailers on Davis Street in Masury were to be removed this week, a trustee says. By TIM YOVICH


Shutting off water

Shutting off water AUSTINTOWN -- The Youngstown Water Department will shut off the water to homes


INVESTMENTS Future tax rates affect IRA decisions

For many, the time is right to convert to a Roth IRA. DALLAS MORNING NEWS Everything else being


CORTLAND Funeral plans for girl finalized

Services will be Monday at Monument of Faith Church in Christ. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR


AUSTINTOWN Teen charged with abuse at day care

The children involved are between 4 and 10 years old. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


FOOTBALL Harding gets first test against Akron Buchtel

The Raiders outscored their first two opponents, 130-6. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS


NUTRITION PROGRAM In the area

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


Drawing on perseverance

Before moving here, he apprenticed with the company that publishes Ebony. By PETER H. MILLIKEN


Brass Taxi to perform

Brass Taxi to perform SHARON, Pa. -- Brass Taxi, the local band that will perform with the stars


Agassi, Roddick move into Open semis while weary fall around them

Agassi, Roddick move into Open semis while weary fall around them Eds: AMs. CHANGES Byline;


MANAGEMENT Employees require sensitivity

Bosses need to view employees' needs as they do clients' needs, experts say. KNIGHT RIDDER


Buddhist boys carry on tradition as novice monks

Spending a week as a monk is considered a rite of passage. WASHINGTON POST In front of a table


Diverse and often unrelated information are bound to be a conversation piece

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS If you're rendered speechless at dinner parties and think yourself a bore


CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XAlliance Area Retired Teachers Association will hold a luncheon meeting at noon


THE KOVELS | Antiques and collecting Silhouettes are known for having shadowy past

A silhouette is a shadow portrait. The first known ones, found in ancient caves, are black


BIG EAST Panthers' Rutherford won't start opener

The senior quarterback is expected to play at some point during the game. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox She doesn't want either child's life ruined

Dear Annie: When I was married, my husband's 10-year-old son, "Logan," came to live with us. I loved


CURRENT PRICES | Around the nation

Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the


Don't buy into the pitch by the 'insurance salesmen'

Opinion: Don't buy into the pitch by the 'insurance salesmen' EDITOR: It must have been very difficult


Pension ruling favors union

The mayor contends an arbitrator's exchange with a city attorney was off the record. By DENISE


Create a fabulous handbag for wedding day

WASHINGTON POST Since most wedding stuff is used once (gown, veil, bouquet, that ugly platter from


Judge denies request to free Boardman man from prison

The judge ruled that an indefinite prison term was appropriate in this case. By BOB JACKSON


NATIONAL LEAGUE Marlins beat Pirates, 6-1; key series against Expos begins tonight

Florida is tied for the wild card lead. MIAMI (AP) -- Back on the road the Florida Marlins go, and


Fitch grad serves with Peace Corps in western Africa

Her column, 'Letters from Africa,' will appear every Monday through October. By IAN HILL


MEDICATIONS Painkillers can reduce aspirin's heart benefit

The impact of newer drugs such as Celebrex is now being researched. By JULIE ISHIDA WASHINGTON


The Vindicator

The Vindicator PAUSE TO HELP: WFMJ anchorwomen Laurie Lehosky, second from left, Second Chance


Valley has many positives, but racial divide will retard progress

Opinion: EDITOR: In a recent ranking of the "Best Performing Cities" of the nation's largest 200 cities,


49ERS Second NFL stint invigorates coach

Dennis Erickson won collegiate national championships with Miami in 1989 and 1991. By TOM WILLIAMS


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.10 2.24 Bank One,.84,39.5639.60 Clear Channel, 45.34


THURSDAY'S AREA RESULTS

THURSDAY'S AREA RESULTS TENNIS WOMEN Grove City 9, Thiel 0 -- The Lady Wolverines are the 16-


OHIO CHAMPIONS Outstanding speed led Warren Harding to first state title

The Panthers turned a 13-0 halftime lead into a 41-8 rout over Upper Arlington. By BILL SULLIVAN


BIBLE Good Book undergoes teen-zine revision

A new Bible aims at teens who don't read it. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Hey, girls, want a cool


EVENTS

EVENTS The Jericho Project, Youngstown, will have an evangelistic outreach with entertainment,


Literacy tutors open new chapter in the lives of those they help

Thousands of area adults have poor reading skills, a coordinator says. By JoANNE VIVIANO


Today is Saturday, Sept. 6, the 249th day of 2003. There are 116 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Saturday, Sept. 6, the 249th day of 2003. There are 116 days left in the year. On this date


NFL PREVIEW Bears at 49ers

Where: 3Com Park, San Francisco When: 4:15 p.m. Sunday. TV: WYFX (17/62), WJW (8), WPGH (53).


WOODWARD STAKES Top older horse Mineshaft will face just 4 challengers

The 4-year-old could move into contention for Horse of the Year honors. NEW YORK (AP) -- Neil


WARREN Pension ruling favors union

The mayor contends an arbitrator's exchange with a city attorney was off the record. By DENISE


MARY JO NAGY | Pets Inmates train dogs, and everyone wins

This column was developed with the assistance of Reagan Bailey from an article she did for Halo, the


WARREN City will hire police officers to fill vacancies

The city is still trying to increase the number of minority officers on the force. WARREN -- The


Breaking down Mahoning County theaters

note:with art head Their missions may be the same, but each community theater has its own style.


"I don't need to get a lesson from anyone else about immigration because I've been there. Whereas

Opinion: "I don't need to get a lesson from anyone else about immigration because I've been there. Whereas


AROUND THE HORN Thursday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 7, Athletics 5 BALTIMORE -- Brian Roberts and Larry Bigbie had two RBIs


JUNIOR-A HOCKEY Phantoms head for tournament

BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown Phantoms Junior-A hockey club will participate in the 10-team North


Irsay wants to keep Colts in Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Jim Irsay said Thursday he wants to keep the Colts in Indianapolis even if it


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Goodbye Gear (J.Felix)8.803.402.40 Tangled Mind


LORDSTOWN Officials to discuss noise-level study

The study to determine noise levels should begin next week. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR


INDIANA, PA. Mother faces endangerment charges

The mother may suffer from a rare psychiatric disorder causing such actions. INDIANA, Pa. (AP) --


WITH THE VETS | Veterans meetings

Meeting schedule for the week of Sept. 7: TODAY Post 732, American Legion, 2225 Glenwood Ave.,


TODAY'S COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

GATEWAY Slippery Rock (0-0) at Youngstown St. (1-0), 7 p.m. Illinois St. (1-0) at Illinois


WARREN Officer accused of violations

The nine-year veteran will face an administrative hearing next week. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


MAHONING COUNTY Chiefs group blasts incarceration rate

An FBI agent says something in Mahoning County is 'definitely wrong.' By PATRICIA MEADE


Getting first place in interviews

Here's the latest news from the work world, with penetrating insights about job interviews. When's


Nadeau returns to track where he was injured

Nadeau returns to track where he was injured Eds: SUBS lead to tighten; ADDS photo numbers AP


YOUNGSTOWN Preserving a future for houses of faith

The Sacred Landmarks Forum will include talks by local clergy. YOUNGSTOWN -- A forum on religious


JOHN ROSEMOND | Parenting Discipline becomes problem in divorce

Q. My husband's 8-year-old son lives with his mother. We see him every other weekend and for two


OHIO Petro: Recover MVSD's funds

The attorney general 'is uniquely suited to argue' the case, a spokesman said. By SHERRI L.


TIGERS Maroth on the mound tonight, has 19 losses

The last pitcher to do it, Brian Kingman, will be in attendance. DETROIT (AP) -- The Detroit


FASHION MISTAKES Common sense will cover up many flaws

It's one thing to be trendy; it's another to look simply ridiculous. By KEVIN COWAN SCRIPPS


HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER Poland rallies to top Red Dragons

P.J. Booth scored two goals, including the game-winner, for the Bulldogs. By JOHN KOVACH


NOTEBOOK U.S. Open

Chang gets his tribute: Michael Chang finally got his farewell tribute at the U.S. Open. The


ERIE Cops chase leads in bizarre death of bomb victim

Was the victim a willing participant in the robbery? ERIE (AP) -- A week after a bomb killed a


Mud wasn't an insurmountable problem

& lt;a href=mailto:kubik@vindy.com & gt;By MARALINE KUBIK & lt;/a & gt; VINDICATOR


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


49ers shift gears

49ers shift gears The biggest change for the San Francisco 49ers this fall will be the man


Agassi reaches Open semifinals with straight-set win

Agassi reaches Open semifinals with straight-set win Eds: UPDATES with Ferrero beating Hewitt.


MAHONING COUNTY Literacy tutors open new chapter in the lives of those they help

Thousands of area adults have poor reading skills, a coordinator says. By JoANNE VIVIANO


Future is now for Andy Roddick after winning 2003 U.S. Open

He replaces Pete Sampras as the American icon of the sport. NEW YORK (AP) -- Andy Roddick strolled


NUTRITION Tests suggest chemical can promote longevity

Enzymes activated by certain foods seem to aid cell repair, studies say. By DAVID KOHN BALTIMORE


Limited registrar services offered

Customers now can get an auto title and registration from the clerk of courts. By BOB JACKSON


Authorities prove state trooper was drunk, speeding when he crashed

BUTLER, Pa. (AP) -- A Pennsylvania state trooper who died in a car crash was driving more than 100


Craziness on cancer drugs

Opinion: Orlando Sentinel: Congressional negotiators working toward a compromise on a Medicare prescription-


STEELERS Maddox must prove worth to garner raise

Pittsburgh's quarterback has a salary smaller than the punter. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Josh Miller of


Sept. 11 memorial service

Sept. 11 memorial service SHARON, Pa. -- A public memorial service marking the second anniversary


COLLEGE FOOTBALL Heacock says YSU can still improve

The Penguins have another Div. II tuneup this week against Slippery Rock. By PETE MOLLICA


THURSDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS

THURSDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES--Activated 2B Jerry


MASONS High Twelve Club 720 installs officers for the coming season

YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Masonic Temple on Wick Avenue was the setting Sept. 5 for the installation


'THE GOSPEL OF JOHN' Film treats 1st-century Jews same way the book does

Scholars believe the biblical account was written at the end of the first century. TORONTO (AP) --


SOUTHINGTON One-third of strikers cross line

Workers hit the picket line the first day of classes. SOUTHINGTON -- One-third of the members of


AUSTINTOWN Unused vacation time remains contract issue

A new contract for dispatchers is set to be approved by trustees. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF


MARTIN SLOANE | Supermarket Shopper Internet coupons come under attack

I recently received an e-mail from Becky McCarney, who said supermarkets in her area of Pennsylvania


ATHLETES AND ACADEMICS YSU honored for strong graduation rate

The Penguins graduated at a 31-percent higher rate than the general student-body. INDIANAPOLIS --


ERNIE BROWN JR. East High alumni renew ties to school, one another

Once again, Youngstown's East Side showed its pride and its blue-and-gold colors at the East High


STANDINGS Wild card races

American League WLPctGB Boston8158.583-- Seattle8159.579 1/2 National League WLPctGB


Scouting Expo '03 scheduled at Lake County Fairgrounds

PAINESVILLE -- The Greater Western Reserve Boy Scout Council will have "Scouting Expo '03" from 10


CANADIAN OPEN SCORES

CANADIAN OPEN SCORES Thursday At Hamilton Golf & amp; Country Club Hamilton, Ontario


STARTING LINEUPS | YSU vs. Slippery Rock

YSU OFFENSE C -- (52) RYAN JEWELL (6-4, 252, RFr.); (62) -- Brent Steiner (6-3, 309, Jr.) LG --


Condition of Stambaugh Park shocks football team president

By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- The sight of Stambaugh Park disgusted Cherise


VETERANS

VETERANS Dinner, museum tour WARREN -- The Navy League of the United States, Western Reserve


FUND-RAISER Second Chance plans dog walk event

The Four-Paws-A-Thon benefits abandoned and abused animals. BOARDMAN -- Second Chance Animal


CORTLAND Family plans funeral for slain girl, 3

Services for the child will be Monday at Monument of Faith Church in Christ. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


EASTERN PA. Attorney general says builder deceived Poconos home buyers

The attorney general says the builder lied to home purchasers. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The attorney


NBA James tapes commercial for Cavaliers

LeBron will soon tape TV commercials for Sprite. INDEPENDENCE (AP) -- LeBron James grabbed the


STATE CHAMPION | Warren Harding -- 1974

Coach: Ed Glass. Season record: 11-1. Schedule: Regular season 46Cleveland John Adams0


ATHLETICS 3, DEVIL RAYS 1

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SWEDEN

Opinion: SWEDEN Dagens Nyheter, Stockholm, Sept.1: Despite continued North Korean threats, the reactions


HARRISBURG, PA. Blind activists protest firing of popular agency head

Boone said it was untrue she declined to obey an order from her superior. HARRISBURG (AP) --


Forum Health Northside

Forum Health Northside Karen and Rick Foerster, 3233 Shirley Road, Youngstown, girl, Sept. 6.


Pitt starter out

Pitt starter out Rod Rutherford will not be in the starting lineup Saturday when No. 10 Pittsburgh


HOUSE

HOUSE Bike paths The House overrode a provision in the bill inserted by the Appropriations


THURSDAY'S NFL SUMMARY

THURSDAY'S NFL SUMMARY REDSKINS 16, JETS 13 N.Y. Jets7033--13 Washington31003--16 First


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COLLEGE FOOTBALL PREVIEW Saturday's games

MOUNT UNION vs. WISCONSIN-WHITEWATER When: 1:30 p.m. Where: Mount Union Stadium, Alliance.


Environmental Scout Day open for registration

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- The Jennings Environmental Education Center will host an Environmental Scout


HELOISE You can use grocery gift cards just like cash

Dear Heloise: After years of fumbling at grocery checkouts for my checkbook or cash, I started


DETROIT -- The Youngstown Phantoms Junior-A hockey club defeated the Dayton Gems, 3-2, Friday in the

DETROIT -- The Youngstown Phantoms Junior-A hockey club defeated the Dayton Gems, 3-2, Friday in the


GOLF McGee, two others trail Morgan in Kroger Classic

Paul Azinger was penalized two strokes in the Canadian Open. ASSOCIATED PRESS MAINEVILLE -- Gil


Many 'commit to be fit'

Two participants recalled a time when they weren't fit enough to participate. By NANCY TULLIS


Crimes at event largely minor

The Canfield Fair police force consists of professional police officers. & lt;a


Teachers strike causes classes to close Monday

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Roman Catholic high schools in the Philadelphia area will be closed Monday


Don't get caught in black fishnets at work

SCRIPPS HOWARD Thanks in part to the success of the movie "Chicago" and all its sexy gams,


Pa. state Senate lays off 35 because of tight budget

HARRISBURG (AP) -- The state Senate laid off 35 of its 1,000 employees to save money. "We have a


AGENDA

AGENDA MONDAY Audit Subcommittee of the Youngstown State University Board of Trustees, 2:30


TELEVISION Network praises WFMJ

The gap has widened between WFMJ news and its closest competitor, WKBN. YOUNGSTOWN -- NBC's top


E. Palestine cross country race is Saturday

EAST PALESTINE -- Athletes representing 18 schools will compete in the East Palestine-Rotary


HELOISE New chart will add years to your dog's life

Dear Readers: Many of us who have dogs in our family wonder just what age they are in human years.


VOLLEYBALL Harding cruises by Wilson; Ursuline pulls past Mooney

Boardman and Fitch lost Federal League matches. WARREN -- Brittney Warren collected seven points


It was vintage Knight at Metroplex

The Texas Tech coach didn't pull any punches. & lt;a href=mailto:bassetti@vindy.com &


Associated Press

Associated Press ANNIVERSARY: Stamps mark the 50th anniversary of Yad Vashem. They will be


Vehicles vandalized

Vehicles vandalized SALEM -- Police received reports that tires were flattened on vehicles at two


OHIO STATE Clarett considers challenging NFL

The NFL does not allow players to enter the draft until three years after high school. COLUMBUS


Judge dismisses lawsuit

The judge said an employee failed to follow state law in making the claim. By NORMAN LEIGH


HARRISBURG State, federal funding help Pa. beef up for terrorism

Pennsylvania has stronger emergency response capability since Sept. 11, 2001. HARRISBURG (AP) --


Spreading their wings in Hubbard

Jon Zuzik, left, and Anthony Fidram, both Hubbard High School seniors, show their true colors during


ROAD WORK Ohio Crews from the Ohio Department of Transportation will work on roads in these counties this week:

MAHONING COUNTY I-80: The on ramp from I-80 east to state Route 11 south will be closed from 6:30


Browns squander opportunities

& lt;a href=mailto:scalzo@vindy.com & gt;By JOE SCALZO & lt;/a & gt; VINDICATOR


LEADERS

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ANNIE'S MAILBOX Whispering her name will be music to his ears

Dear Annie: I have been reading your column in the South Korea Herald, and I hope you can help me.


New job drain is emerging threat to U.S. workers

Opinion: The drain of manufacturing jobs to off-shore sites has been of obvious concern for decades. Now a


PREVIEW San Diego State faces tall task against Ohio State

The Aztecs will receive $2.4 million for moving the game from San Diego. COLUMBUS (AP) -- San


NASCAR Busch

NASCAR Busch Funai 250 Lineup After Thursday qualifying; race today At Richmond International


WEEKEND DRAWINGS

WEEKEND DRAWINGS Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 6-8-1 Pick 4, 6-6-0-7 Buckeye 5, 12-22-29-


SOCCER Mancini's late goal wins it for Badger

Kyle Arnold scored two goals and had an assist for the Braves. KINSMAN -- Anthony Mancini scored


WARREN Police officer facing administrative charges

The nine-year veteran will face an administrative hearing next week. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


LISBON Engineer says he'll try again to get railroad depot on historical listing

A state agency doubts the building was originally a train depot. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR


NFL OPENER Ex-Jets come through for 'Skins

John Hall's field goal with five seconds remaining won it, 16-13. LANDOVER, Md. (AP) -- John Hall


BASKETBALL HOF Ex-rivals Parish, Worthy head list of seven inductees

Former Lakers broadcaster Chick Hearn will join them as members. SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) --


Steelers hound rookie Boller, rout Ravens in opener, 34-15

By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF PITTSBURGH -- There's nothing like a rookie


SHADOW PORTRAIT: This silhouette is printed on the glass. The window and skirt trim are hand-

SHADOW PORTRAIT: This silhouette is printed on the glass. The window and skirt trim are hand-