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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1982
Page
7
In Our Opinion TEM-TOM: Strong political winds through Central New York as Congress vacations. The piece labels Tem-Tom the nation’s most outrageous pork barrel, arguing pork projects flood districts since government began, with roads to nowhere and dams holding back nothing.
The Tombigbee Waterway a 450 mile canal linking the Tennessee and Tombigbee Rivers to the Gulf faces soaring costs now at 4.2 billion dollars from an initial 323 million. Backed by a Southern Congressional bloc led by Senator Howard Baker the plan stalled by President Carter. Proponents promise benefits to coal shippers while coal carriers oppose it preferring the Mississippi River with its rail network to the Gulf.
The warning follows a defection by China’s top female player and a potential asylum grant by the Reagan administration. The piece notes past Chinese sports diplomacy and questions how the move could affect cultural exchange programs while contrasting U S reactions and domestic political debates over funding large public works like the Tenn-Tom project amid environmental group opposition.
EPA signals a reversal of its prior plan to raise lead limits over eight years. The move follows criticism from environmental and health groups citing risks to children from lead exposure. If enacted, the rule would tighten standards and reduce lead in gasoline, easing public health concerns.
Anne Gorsuch faces questions over Love Canal cleanup and pollutant enforcement. If she orders lead reduction in gasoline, environmentalists may gain confidence in Reagan era policy shifts. The possibility hints that Watt and others might follow suit in reforming federal pollution standards.
A letter-writer urges remembrance of the Guadalcanal battle marking 40 years since the Marines landed, praising Marines who sacrificed and noting the final expulsion of Japanese. The page also publishes two readers’ letters on aging, seniors, and pride in self-reliance with humorous and reflective tones.
A fragmentary remark cites support for Mayor Koch and protests calls to erase historical facts. The unnamed speaker mentions Mary Jane Switzer in a brief, contentious comment. The text reflects a local political stance and affiliations without a full article context.
The letter from Mr. and Mrs. Gratien praises Assistant District Attorney Kevin Mulroy for his role in a recent child abuse conviction and urges reform in Family Court. They acknowledge the challenges faced by Social Services and express relief that justice can benefit children, while highlighting concerns about repeated harm to some foster children.
A Broad Road citizen questions TAC Team efforts in The Herald Journal, arguing high visibility traps may not slow traffic. The letter criticizes patrols on Broad Road between Majors Drive and Skyline Drive, noting no accidents in that stretch for 12 years while deputies target other hours and areas.
Merilou Robbins of Liverpool lauds Onondaga County Employment and Training Agency OCETA for helping her learn job skills and gain employment while expressing concern over drastic budget cuts and questions whether Congress understands its value.
In the Herald American an aspiring word champion faces a monstrously long term in a spelling bee. The emcee braces to pronounce the towering candidate word as the audience watches a child strive for top honors with grit and skill.
A recent mayoral action assigning two daughters to city summer jobs raises concerns about nepotism. Critics argue access to employment favors birth over merit, while supporters say opportunities are fair. The piece questions the fairness of insider advantage in local hiring.
In Syracuse, Mayor Lee Alexander expresses confidence in DPW Commissioner David Dolly amid Third District Councilor James Walsh demanding his dismissal. The letter writer praises the DPW, noting crews keep streets paved and clean, despite occasional resident disruption during work. The writer defends Dolly as capable and urges fairness to preserve essential services.
A reader criticizes the United States for paying a large share of UN dues and securing influence through its vote. The author highlights fiscal year 1982 figures, noting US contributions at 25 percent of the total and the Soviet Union as the next highest contributor at 13 percent, arguing the system underwrites inequality.
The local HUD building at 212 N. Townsend St. reports a rug was stolen and residents fear repeat incidents. Authorities urge thieves to stop and consider returning the missing item to the inner city facility.
A terse column notes the Midwest region appears encircled by Indigenous communities. It presents a provocative, joking remark on regional dynamics. No specific dates or events are provided in the readable text, leaving the line as a punchy observational quip.
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