12 Aug 1983
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1983
Page
1
The feature follows a lone athlete pursuing a dream at the Empire State Games, detailing his preparations, challenges, and hopeful quest for victory amidst a crowded, competitive field.
A faded page item notes New York City's largest shopping and clothing-manufacturing belt was dark for the third day running. The report mentions continued outages, with brief context on the impact on commerce and daily life.
President Reagan defends U S military activity while denying aims to police the world. He says the United States would not intervene in Chad, frames Central America deployments as training, and notes generals warn troops are stretched but claims readiness remains intact.
Wholesale prices rose 0.1 percent in July, restrained by cheaper food and modest gasoline gains, keeping the 1983 business inflation rate falling by 0.7 percent year over year. Food prices fell 0.6 percent for a third straight month, while energy costs rose only slightly, and automotives showed no change. Cigarette prices climbed 6.8 percent, with varied goods like cosmetics and jewelry also advancing.
Ramiro Herrera Garza Jr., three, wandered through a swampy jungle near Agat Guam for three days. A Navy helicopter found him at a cliff edge and he was treated for minor scratches before release.
United States supplied Redeye missiles to Chad proved ineffective as Libyan warplanes bombed Faya Largeau. Amid the assault 50 Libyan aircraft struck government troops in a palm grove defense, while Western diplomats warned of a possible Libyan advance if Khadafy continues.
Inflation and rising costs doomed Sno-Bird Ice Cream Co. once a familiar sight in Onondaga County. The van fleet vanished as gasoline, insurance, permits, and maintenance outpaced profits. Former staff cited high expenses and slim margins.
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