On page 2: "Smart Money" columnist Bruce Williams answers questions on handling credit card late fees and retirement. Also a story from the Associated Press on the White House Administration's defense on the AIG buyout.
On page 3: Annie's Mailbox answers a letter from a woman whose mother-in-law undermines her authority as a parent. DAR club notes and the Events Calendar.
On page 4: Columnist Gene Lyons discusses the culture of celebrity, as it relates to politics. Argus Hamilton comments on current events.
On page 5: An AP sports story on the Royals/Mariners game Wednesday night.
On pages 6 and 7: Stories from the Missouri Department of Conservation, covering youth deer season, disappearing quail habitats, recent wet weather and banded doves.
On page 9: Comics, puzzles, "Astrograph" and Dr. Gott's advice for IBS.
On page 12: Friday evening's local television listings.
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