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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1989
Page
6
Opinion argues Congress has stalled $20,000 payments to surviving World War II internees or heirs, noting Reagan apologized for detentions and criticizing racial bias in wartime policy. Calls for timely compensation and accountability.
The piece notes Letterman joking about Syracuse while interviewing Rudolf Nureyev during his musical theater debut at the Civic Center. It recalls Ed Koch and cites local upstate pride, comparing cost of living and parking. Headlines from New York tabloids illustrate the contrast and a raspy tone about city dangers.
Vice President Dan Quayle drew applause and a standing ovation during remarks to the Southern Christian Leadership Conference in Atlanta. Civil rights leaders like Rev. Joseph E. Lowery praised his focus on poverty drugs housing education and health care while noting no revenue plan and no affirmative action mention.
Dermott Arkansas imposes a minor curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 30 a.m. and may fine or jail parents who fail to supervise. The ordinance allows placing irresponsible parents in a stockade for six hours daily with name and photo published. Critics call it constitutional risk while supporters say action shows streets matter.
A tribute to Rep. Mickey Leland, killed with 16 others in Ethiopia while leading a hunger relief mission. The piece urges renewed U.S. and Soviet cooperation to feed refugees and rebuild war torn regions, arguing Leland’s death should spur lasting aid and dialogue to end famine and displacement. Universal Press Syndicate
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