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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1990
Page
4
Arthur Jenkins founder of Herald declares in the paper's first issue dated January 15, 1877, a commitment to ignore party politics and pursue an independent course. The statement vows to discuss public questions and back measures advancing the people's best interests.
The North Syracuse School Board held out of town retreats at Thousand Islands resorts in 1987 and last year, violating open meetings laws by withholding advance notice and public access. Critics say the meals and lodging costs, about 3000 dollars, show secrecy prevails despite claimed benefits.
An outside firm may be hired to study Onondaga County overtime at $40,000, but critics argue the Office of Management and Budget or comptroller should handle it. Overtime costs hit $3.5 million this year, led by the Sheriff’s Department and Corrections, with Van Duyn Home and Hospital a major spender. Concerns arise over possible conflicts of interest with Green & Seifter tied to local projects, prompting calls to avoid outside charges and rely on in-house expertise.
State Senator Norman J. Levy championed a bill banning radar detectors on trucks over 18 000 pounds and secured state grants for the state police and Nassau County police to buy detectors to catch violators. He notes radar detectors aid speeders, risking unsafe trucks and brakes. Last year trucks at unsafe speeds caused 23 DMV reported accidents in New York. The piece also notes warnings about children riding in back of pickups and National Night Out events with candles in Syracuse to deter crime.
Thornden Park in Syracuse thrives with July events by the Parks and Recreation Department. H M S Pinafore drew over 1500 attendees at the amphitheater as Creative Workshop groups staged Victorian, Renaissance, and Dixieland themes. Volunteers, students, and local groups maintain gardens, paths, and features while park staff repair and beautify the site.
Celebrating women’s rights invites debate on women taking top political positions. The speaker notes the support women provide in health, war efforts, and family life, citing Barbara Bush and Mrs. Carter as capable leaders amid a sense of dismal prospects.
Lucille Stafford of the Oneida Nation questions Syracuse Herald American Opinion claims about perks for Native Americans. She argues many Natives pay taxes and seeks clear facts on claimed benefits.
Camillus parent Lester Mosher urges City Hall to reallocate funds from downtown beautification to the school budget. He cites drug, garbage, and homelessness crises and argues for a $5 million increase to support children's education. He appeals to men to back women, stressing education as a survival priority.
The Herald-Journal and Herald American invite readers to submit letters on public issues. Letters should be brief, legible, and present a clear point. Unsigned or unverifiable authorships are not published. daytime telephone numbers are required for verification. The paper may edit letters for length and cannot publish all received.
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