Iran Contra Hearings Close With Shifting Images of Victory
A front page shot showed Daniel Inouye and Caspar Weinberger clasping hands in a gesture of victory as the Iran-Contra hearings near their end. The tumultuous probe, long in doubt, yielded little clarity on why the arms and covert aid saga unfolded, leaving answers elusive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Forsfromt
Daniel K. Inouye
U.S
Hawaii
Defense
Caspar Weinberger
Iran
Inouye
Robert McFarlane
Albert Dakim
Iran Contra saga nears wrap as questions linger
The Iran Contra affair looms over a weary public and investigations. Reagan faced questions on covert arms deals and possible knowledge of the tactics used. Witnesses, including Secord and Weinberger, failed to extract decisive conclusions as probes drift toward closure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reagan
Iran
Nicaragua
United States
Richard Secord
Caspar Weinberger
Lawrence Walsh
Tyson Dominates Tucker Unifying Heavyweight Crown
Tyson earns unanimous decision over Tony Tucker in Las Vegas to become undisputed heavyweight champion. At 21 he is the youngest ever to hold the title, with a 31-0 record and potential to dwarf past legends like Marciano. The article extols Tyson as a sure thing and the sport's savior, contrasting fleeting fame with lasting greatness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Malone
Cheers
Diane Chambers
Sam
Joan Collins
Peter Holm
Holm
U.S
Mike Tyson
Tony Tucker
Las Vegas
Leon Spinks
Muhammad Ali
Sullivan
Corbett
Johnson
Dempsey
Tunney
Louis
Marciano
Patterson
Tyson
Rocky Marciano
Syracuse readers rail at public safety pay and mayoral raises
A Syracuse reader attacks Mayor Young over pay plans for police and fire departments, arguing they face risks while officials grant themselves raises. The letter cites lawmakers salaries in 1987 and questions attendance and pay raises, urging budget cuts and focus on public safety workers. A second note praises military opportunities and perseverance, ending with admiration for Mr. Jer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young
Gre
Syracuse
Mayor Young
Nuclear power and its risks in the Weinstein debate
W Wilczek Jr of Baldwinsville argues that Mr. Weinstein's July 30 letter denying nuclear power ignores broader energy risks. He asserts nuclear provides about 15 percent of electricity globally and cautions that abandoning it forces riskier alternatives, including potential military and conservation drawbacks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weinstein
New York State
OPEC
U.S. Navy
Persian Gulf
Mr. Weinstein
Debates over Family Life Education in Baldwinsville schools
Letters express concern about the Family Life Education program pushed by state and local groups including Planned Parenthood and Family Planning Advocates. The Board of Education seeks input via an advisory committee while assessing curriculum options and alternative programs. The text also notes a dog and cat euthanasia bill moving to the governor and recounts a personal story about a child meeting Captain Kangaroo, highlighting community sensitivity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Family Life
New York State Education Department
Planned Parenthood
Family Planning Advocates Inc
Central New York Council On Adolescent Pregnancy
BOCES
Baldwinsville
Board of Education
Cuomw
Spcas
LENDA POPIELARIES_ Camden
Rewarding day thanks Centro and Zoo Bus operators
A grateful note thanks Centro and its marketing department along with bus operator Bob Portarsnok for arranging Zoo Bus transport to Burnet Park Zoo and back for their daughter Kristy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centro
Bob Portarsnok
Burnet Park Zoo
Kristy
Success at Bridgeport VFW Fourth of July chicken bake
Members of the Success group and the Bridgeport VFW Post thank attendees volunteers and merchants for making the annual Fourth of July chicken bake a strong community success with support from ladies auxiliary and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
VFW
Readers invited to submit public issue letters
The Herald Journal and Herald American invite readers to submit letters for publication on public issues. Letters should be brief and legible with a succinct point. Unsigned letters are not published unless the writer’s identity is provided for a compelling reason.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herald-Journal
Herald American
Also Mentioned on This Page
Syracuse Herald-Journal
Arthur Jenkins
Herald
Stephen Rogers
Timothy D. Bunn
Donald Packard
Stephen A. Rogers
Robert J. Hennessey
R. Gary Keuger
Prince Charles
Princess di
Tommy Rat
WurHou, Ait
Los Angeles
Sen. Lombardi
J. Stanley Young
Elbridge
William J. Homer
San Diego
Levier
Navy
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
California
Pevsner
Mr. Jer
Riculum
Norman Aufhammer
FLA
Kangaroo
Reti
Bob Portersnok
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!