Independent course pledge quotes from Herald founder
In the first issue dated January 15 1877 Arthur Jenkins founder declares independence from party politics and readiness to discuss public questions and back men and measures that serve the people while Stephen Rogers serves as president and Stephen A Rogers as editor and publisher with Michael J Connor executive editor and Stan Linhorst senior managing editor involvement.
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Arthur Jenkins
Herald
Stephen Rogers
Stephen A. Rogers
Michael J. Connor
Stan Linhorst
United States to attend Durban racism conference
The United States will send a delegation to the Durban conference on racism, opting to participate to voice views while opposing language that singles out Israel. Secretary Powell will skip the event, with Michael Southwick leading the delegation to press back on anti Zionist statements.
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Middle East
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William Shhulz
Amnesty International
Powell
Michael Southwick
Southwick
State Department
Associated Press
Bush
House of Representatives
Durban
Government abuses power over phone records in press case
A Washington lawyer cites similar abuses in a federal subpoena demanding phone records tied to a reporter. The piece argues such actions threaten journalistic integrity, source protection, and the public’s right to know, noting guidelines and prior inquiries deem the move unjustified.
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Associated Press
John Solomon
Torricelli
MCI
Solomon
Virginia
Lous D. Boccard
Tornbcell
Texas
Moving moments at the Wall honor a friend in Fulton
Wes Belcher reports on his visit to the Moving Wall in Fulton with his four year old son. He praises Bernice MacBeth for kindness guiding visitors and helping an elderly man with a wheelchair. He salutes Fulton VFW members George Sprague and MacBeth for their dedication and notes Fulton’s strong police and city services as a community benefit.
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Im Fulton
Mike Alsever
Mike
Camp 12 Pines
Williamstown
Washington, DC
Bernice MacBeth
MacBeth
George Sprague
Fulton
Jack
Wes Belcher Fulton
State Fair Midway shines at New York State Fair
Patsy Cambareri and family praise the fair's Midway for cleanliness and bright colors. They commend courteous staff in matching shirts and call the experience the best Midway visit yet, thanking James E Strates for a fun time for the whole family.
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James E Strates
Patsy Cambareri
Manhus
Tribute to GOP workers at state fair noted
A reader thanks the paper for recognizing Republican staff at the state fair and questions the tenure of former director Tom Young, suggesting he benefited from surrounding himself with Democrats. The letter ends with a call for fair play.
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Tom Young
Who You Know Counts at the State Fair Leader
A letter reply defends Peter Cappuccilli’s leadership of the New York State Fair, denying Marcely’s charge of rampant corruption and arguing hiring reflects talent not favoritism. The writer, a registered Democrat, asserts private sector influence hinges on connections but emphasizes merit and access to opportunities.
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Michael J. Marcely Sr
New York State Fair
Peter Cappuceilli
Peter
Marcely
Peter C
City Hall’s stance on the Hotel Syracuse attack
A reader laments persistent negative city coverage of the Hotel Syracuse criticizing officials for targeting the hotel over taxes and water bills. The letter urges support for the landmark, highlighting tourism, Oncenter impact, and employee livelihoods amid calls for city help rather than antagonism.
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Syracuse
Vito Seiseol
Scismol
Nick Pirro
Oncenter
Master Sensei Nakasone Visits Central New York Karate
Local students learned authentic Okinawan karate from Sensei Kiner Nakasone, a top-ranked master from Okinawa, during a costly visit organized by Central New York Karate Schools. The event featured history and etiquette lessons, offering a genuine cultural exchange right in Syracuse.
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Marvin Labbate
Central New York
Sensei Kiner Nakasone
Okinawa
Japan
Sensei Sabbate
Sensei Nakasone
Syracuse
Letters policy invites public submissions to Herald papers
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