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When does Halloween end? On Nov. 24, the News-Democrat published a photo on page 2 of a clown at city hall dressed in a ridiculous looking American flag suit.

The only thing this costume lacked was a big red nose and oversized “Bozo the Clown” shoes.

Jim Walters, Belleville

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