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Her own close ties to family encouraged Kathy Smith Anthenat to help other families get more out of their get-togethers. The banner on the cover directs visitors to a family reunion; the upside down person symbolizes the "different" relative in every family.
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Illinois Country Living (USPS number 258-420) is published monthly and is the official publication of the Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives, 6460 South Sixth Frontage Road, Springfield, IL 62707. The cost is $2.40 plus postage per year for members of subscribing cooperatives and $5 per year for all others. Periodical postage paid at Springfield, Illinois, and additional mailing offices.

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ILLINOIS
COUNTRY LIVING


February 1996      Volume 53      Number 10

Published by Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives

Jack D. Halstead .................................... Senior Editor
Kevin B. King ................................... Associate Editor


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ILLINOIS COMMENTARY
U.S. Senator Carol Moseley-Braun is this month's guest columnist.

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YOUR YARD AND GARDEN
As in art, principles of design contribute to attractive landscaping.

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SAFETY AROUND YOUR HOME
The right advice for wiring is as important as the right tools.

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MAKING YOUR MONEY COUNT
Answering questions on marriage, age and the IRS.

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TODAY'S TECHNOLOGY AND YOU
Discover the benefits of the geothermal system.

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TOMATO FARM ADDS DIVERSITY
When looking for an alternate crop, these farmers saw red.

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WILDLIFE ARTIST PRESERVES TROPHIES
Taxidermy business leaves avid hunter too busy to hunt.

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