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Proposed Veterans Cemetery In South Barrington Draws Opposition

CHICAGO (CBS)--Passionate arguments erupted Thursday night during a conversation about a veterans cemetery being proposed in northwest suburban South Barrington.

A large crowd tonight voiced their opinions at a public meeting in suburban Hoffman Estates.

The Department of Veterans Affairs wants to build a national cemetery, and residents opposed to the cemetery say they're concerned about increased traffic and noise from daily rifle salutes.

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