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posted by Rich Miller
Thursday, Jan 27, 22 @ 8:57 am

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Is the phrase that pays “Because Madigan?”

Comment by Captain Obvious Thursday, Jan 27, 22 @ 9:23 am
I still think Friendly Bob Adams has the best name on the site.
Next to Rich (no relation) Miller, of course.

Comment by Keyrock Thursday, Jan 27, 22 @ 9:36 am
I have to agree with Keyrock about I still think Friendly Bob Adams.
I started and ended my career with Friendly Bob. For many years he was hanging out on the phone on a sign in front of my office. It’s always a walk down memory lane.

Comment by Club J Thursday, Jan 27, 22 @ 9:59 am
Thanks, Keyrock. Just to let everyone know I can still be reached at Andover 3-2020 to discuss any personal loan needs they may have.

I’m a bit dismayed to see references on the internet to my being a “fictional character”, when in reality I’m as real as the next guy.

Comment by Friendly Bob Adams Thursday, Jan 27, 22 @ 10:03 am
Rep. Tom Demmer has filed a bill proposing to combine the treasurer’s and comptroller’s offices.

The consolidation has been attempted more than once, and the argument I’ve heard for it is that it would be more efficient and save money. But what about the reason why the two offices were separated in the first place? Namely, that the state auditor stole more money than Crundwell (in today’s dollars) and in only four years?

https://tinyurl.com/3jcdhyw9

Comment by yinn Thursday, Jan 27, 22 @ 10:39 am
Wonder how many letters will be going out to parents like the one in Edwardsville warning remote learning could be the outcome of the anti-maskers winning their lawsuit

https://fox2now.com/news/illinois/edwardsville-school-district-sued-over-masks-remote-learning-possible/

Comment by hisgirlfriday Thursday, Jan 27, 22 @ 10:39 am
yinn, we talked about that bill yesterday.

Comment by Rich Miller Thursday, Jan 27, 22 @ 11:06 am