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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1972
Page
14
Arthur Jenkins states in the inaugural Herald issue dated January 15, 1877 that he will pursue an independent course, discuss public questions, and support men and measures best for the people's interests, setting a nonpartisan editorial stance.
Reports from New Orleans describe a dramatic blaze in a newly built 16 floor structure. An explosion-like ignition trapped patrons and workers as firefighters and helicopters rescued eight roof victims before the upper floors collapsed. Five women leapt from the first floor. ladders failed to reach them.
The Anti-Defamation League presented its Torch of Liberty award to Stephen Rogers, publisher of The Post-Standard and Sunday Herald American, in a heartwarming ceremony attended by 549 others. Gov Nelson Rockefeller praised Rogers for integrity and fairness as the Editorial Staff notes the event supported anti bigotry and a worthy cause.
Governor Rockefeller declared that the state cannot afford to lose Supreme Court Justice Bernard Meyer of Long Island. Meyer, a defeated Democratic Court of Appeals candidate, faces stepping down from the bench at year’s end after a party faction’s broken agreement cost him cross-endorsement and reelection chances. The statement hints at an appointment to a new post, with a possible bid for the Court of Appeals when Chief Judge Stanley Fuld retires next fall.
The end of week edition lists staff across departments with roles for publisher editor business manager and editorial and advertising leadership including Stephen Rogers William Cotter Clarence Rinne Karl McElroy Robert Hennessey R. Gary Kruger Edward Subse Merio Ross Alvin Fenner Semel Heimann and other editors and ad executives.
irate taxpayers object to DeWitt’s forced funding of Syracuse drainage projects. They say no local flooding problems exist and Creek flows from Syracuse through DeWitt negate any obligation. They criticize Pyramid Construction Co. engineers as biased and ridicul ous in drawing lines that include some streets entirely.
Graffiti hints at drainage disparities as neighbors question why only some areas Southern business district are referenced. A Meadowbrook leader and other officials face flooding concerns while a DeWitt couple and Eastwood residents recount aiding a Brownie leader after a wheel loss on Route 81. Four Brownies still plan their Ice Follies trip with gratitude to helpers.
A student letter thanks officers and the Public Safety Building staff for an educational tour led by Officer Charles DelCostello, praising the experience and calling for public acknowledgment. A second letter asks why widows under 60 cannot receive Social Security and urges readers to contact Congress.
The Friends of WONO invite supporters to a benefit concert featuring pianist Frederick Marvin and violinist Anton Rosand at Lincoln Auditorium tomorrow evening. Tickets will be available at the door.
The piece argues that about 2,500,000 Soviet Jews live under official hostility that bars religion and culture, restricts contact with world Jewry, and levies extra costs for exit permits. It cites Chabazov, U Thant, and Tass to accuse the regime of anti Jewish policy while noting 80,000 had sought exit permits and a 1971 UN report. The essay warns repressive measures threaten broader societal harmony.
Mrs Arthur T. Toomis of Fulton thanks the Herald-Journal for printing Dr Peale’s weekly inspirational column over the years and wishes the Reverend and Mrs Peale God’s blessing in their golden years. Central New York readers join in the farewell sentiment.
The Nixon plan seeks to reverse centralization by expanding state authority and revenue sharing. It would overhaul the presidential nominating process, reducing Senate dominance as governors gain national political clout. Nixon hints Rockefeller and Connally will serve advisory roles, signaling a broader, multi-faction strategy.
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