In Our Opinion Red Tape Tax Withholding Critique
The column denounces a Congress tax proposal requiring bankers and brokers to withhold 10 percent of interest and dividends paid to customers starting July 1. It notes Form 1099 reporting for $10+ and argues the plan punishes savers, including pension and annuity payments, by cutting their income. It emphasizes broad opposition from business and customers who fear tax evasion enforcement over universal levies.
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Congress
Internal Revenue Service
Uncle Sam
Joseph Porcello
Forecast Confusion Sparks Winter Odds Debate
A weather forecaster cites a 60 to 65 percent chance of a warmer than normal eastern US winter 1982-83, while sunspot analysts woolly caterpillars and almanacs predict severe cold. The columnist mocks uncertain predictions and questions when a definitive forecast will arrive, joking about Jimmy the Greek odds.
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National Weather Service
Weather Service
United States
Jimmy
Repeal Interest Tax Withholding Law Urged by Signatories
Readers urge Congress to repeal the interest tax withholding rule as burdensome and costly. They warn quarterly deductions cut long term gains and create heavy paperwork for banks, businesses, and small groups. Some exemptions are possible for lower liabilities but details remain unclear.
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Congress
Cop-Out on Social Security report sparks call for answers
The task force on Social Security is accused of dodging solutions and relisting options. Senator Robert Dole hints the commission will wait for guidance from the president and Tip ONeill before its final session, effectively pushing responsibility back to Congress. Critics label it double-talk and a cop-out.
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Robert Dole
Senate Finance Committee
Tip O’neill
House
Shell
Tip O'Neill
Commission
Congress
Opinion on underage drinking and youth voting influence
Reader letters discuss New Yorks raised drinking age and question teen voter participation. Citizens cite The Herald Journal coverage in Syracuse and note activism by Brad Maione promoting The First Ride safe ride to address teen drinking. The letter mentions Martin Ushkow M D and the American Academy of Pediatrics and references Vietnam era coercion in vague terms.
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New York State
Herald-Journal
Brad Maione
Camillus
Martin C.ushkow
M.D
N.Y
American Academy of Pediatrics
Syracuse
Anonymous Veteran Voices Against War and Discrimination
A Vietnam veteran cites political bias and oppression through coercive policies. He condemns narcotics in schools, opposes the Vietnam Memorial, and decries retaliation against the disabled and vulnerable by a fearsome Gestapo.
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White House
MX missile stance urged against to protect jobs
Marianne J. Cosmo of Liverpool urges Rep Wortley to vote against the MX missile. She argues it will fail to defend the United States and may destroy it, while benefiting job creation.
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Rep. Wortley
Marianne J. Cosmo
Liverpool
No cynic Should old acquaintance be forgot card
A brief reader note from D. Weyenberg of Syracuse comments on nostalgia during holidays, questioning if old friends should be forgotten and praising the sentiment of sending Christmas cards while acknowledging lasting affection.
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D. Weynberg
Syracuse
SS fears over crash headline sparks reader reply
Edna Miller blasts what she calls propaganda about Social Security. She questions funding priorities, comparing space and Pentagon budgets to senior benefits and asks why Reagan's vacation costs are not cut. She writes to the newspaper on December 5.
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Pentagon
Reagan
Death of Phil Niefmann Shocks The Herald-Journal
In memoriam for Phil Niefmann the Herald Journal community notes his fairness and accuracy boosting the paper’s reputation. The piece credits his work on drunken driving initiatives with launching New York State policies. Janet Besse of CCADD RID-NYS reflects on his impact and lasting legacy.
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Phil Niefmann
Herald-Journal
Harold Addington
NYS
Rid-Nys
Id-Usa
Phil Hofmann
Janet Besse
CCADD
Syracuse
Editorial Praise for Car Restraint Law Support
A reader compliments The Herald-Journal editorial from December 1 praising adherence to the car seat restraint law. The note cites the American Academy of Pediatrics as a key authority backing the stance.
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Herald-Journal
American Academy of Pediatrics
Letter debate on elderly care and home nursing feasibility
James Vitale of Auburn criticizes Milton Baker's Nov 26 letter arguing that not all seniors with nursing needs can stay home. He questions if families or society can bear continual 24 hour skilled care, funding, and access to visiting nurses, therapy, and medical treatment before any home care system is adopted.
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Milton Baker
James Vitale
Auburn
Double Dilemma Over Chamber Development and Tax Scheme
A district councilor writes in response to a Herald Journal editorial on the Erie Boulevard West Chamber project. He defends action while questioning a one-year tax forgiveness and recalls a Syracuse United Neighbors proposal offering three-year tax relief for rehabilitating abandoned city property.
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Herald-Journal
Chamber of Commerce
Erie Boulevard West
Tee
Syracuse United Neighbors
Chamber
S.U.N
Open discussion on tax forgiveness for Syracuse chamber proposal
A city official argues for creativity in taxation and urges reconsideration of both the Chamber and SUN proposals. He notes a premeeting sample resolution and calls for another meeting after gathering facts to explore possible concessions while aiming for fair treatment and growth of commercial property and neighborhoods in Syracuse.
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Commissioner of Assessment
Chamber
S.U.N
Syracuse
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William D. Cotter
Timothy D. Bunn
Stephen A. Rogers
Robert T. Hennessey
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IRS
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