19 Aug 1987
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1987
Page
1
North Country planners unveil a major bid to secure an atom smasher project. City officials and scientists anticipate economic boosts, while residents weigh environmental and traffic impacts as bids advance through review channels.
American journalist Charles Glass returned to his London home with his wife and five children after 62 days as a hostage in Beirut. He described his capture in Bir el-Amed, his near‑escape from wrist and ankle chains, and said the experience drew him closer to God. Glass, 36, had been researching a Lebanon book and was seized June 17 while driving. he hoped for privacy and to see his family.
Banks face continued pressure as markets hit a new low driven by persistent anxiety over credit risk and economic prospects. Analysts warn sentiment remains fragile amid rising borrowing costs and regulatory concerns.
Jerry Ferris, a 1959 West Genesee High School graduate, failed to cross the English Channel twice to become the oldest person to do so. He completed a one way crossing in 14 hours 7 minutes, then started the return from France on Tuesday night but quit after an hour, weather worsening. He returned to Dover aboard his escort boat.
Arbor Michigan: Cecilia Cithanipaire adherelone, badly burned and unconscious four year old, lone survivor of Northwest crash that killed her father, brother and many others, has been identified at CS Mott Children’s Hospital. She remains gravely injured with third degree burns, but responds to stimuli and may yet recover. Grandfather Anthony Crehan of Maple Glen Pennsylvania says she will make it as reporters note her progress.
Public Policy Institute study based on 1980 and 1985 census figures shows Onondaga County population rising from 463,920 to 485,337, ranking 21st in state net growth as New York overall gains about 225,000 people between 1980 and 1985. Employment drives many interstate moves.
A covert convoy of reflagged Kuwaiti tankers sailed into the Persian Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz before dawn, aided by deception and speed. The USS Guadalcanal led, with AH-53D Sea Stallion helicopters and a shadowing Iranian vessel. seven ships reportedly passed Hormuz, while U.S. escorts and a fast patrol boat accompanied the group.
In Albany, officials debate who is at fault for rising corruption in New York. The U S attorney blames the Legislature for blocking tougher laws while legislators accuse district attorneys of enforcement failures. Governors call for stricter laws amid a nationwide values decline. Citizen groups question how 44 municipal officials accepted 105 of 106 bribes offered by the FBI.
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