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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1977
Page
14
Arthur Jenkins founder of Merald declares in the first issue dated January 15 1877 that the publication will ignore party politics and pursue public questions while supporting men and measures advancing the people’s best interests. He emphasizes independence and a focus on beneficial public policy.
Rochester Gas and Electric wins state approval to build a 1200 megawatt nuclear plant in Sterling, Cayuga County, despite dissent from two commissioners over siting and waste policy. Construction starts next spring, creating about 126 jobs and boosting Cayuga Oswego counties economy as New York seeks long term waste policy.
Evel Knievel, described as a bat boy, was found guilty of striking a man with a baseball bat. Fans express disappointment as the season ends and the manager fumes over the incident.
The Department of Labor notes November wholesale prices rose 0.7 percent with food costs climbing faster. The Interstate Commerce Commission may cut trucking costs by 0.2 to 0.3 points by allowing independent truckers with ICC licenses to haul return loads from the South to Syracuse. Licenses require approval from licensed competitors, a policy Ford tried to change two years earlier, and President Carter vows to end unnecessary trucking costs to curb high food prices.
Fayetteville Manlius and Jamesville DeWitt boards weigh closing Manlius Elementary or another school in 1978 after months of study and public hearings. Decision to be made at a regular session, guided by task force input and resident opinions.
Syracuse University runs an active work-study program aiding students including 1 430 000 through the ecollege program.210 students work at Syracuse community agencies. Grants and aid are described in Money to Learn pamphlet available from Arthur J. Fritz, Director of Financial Aid, Syracuse University. Applications for 1978 79 school year should be filed with the national agency between Jan 1 and Jan 31.
A poem expresses eager anticipation for Santa Claus. Children miss seeing him awake but trust he arrives while they sleep and, after tidying the mess, enjoy a big supper and await the next year.
Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim speaks against the press choice for Carrier Classic MVP. A reporter criticizes his stance as biased, while Boeheim defends his position in response amid tournament coverage in The Herald-American.
Parents urge reversal of the elimination of the accredited drivers education course from the city school curriculum. The letter asks the board of education to restore 30 hours of classroom instruction plus six hours behind the wheel and 10 hours simulated driving, highlighting insurance discounts and safe driving. The petition directs letters to Corcoran High School P.T.S.A. for January presentation to the board.
A quirky narration features Tillie, a talking car, upset about insurance practices. The car insists it is real and not a phantom, accusing insurers of insuring nonexistent cars and paying out frauds. The speaker jokes about rising insurance and gas costs forcing them to part with Tillie.
A Chicago column contrasts holiday hardship with tales of comfort, recounts Richard Macek a rapist and murderer confined in a Wisconsin state hospital, and argues for reform to balance punishment with fair living standards while noting costs and patient rights.
Mrs. T E Campbell of LaFayette recalls her son born two pounds three ounces who dropped to one pound ten ounces before a three month life and death struggle. After birth he faced long odds but medical care in Memorial Hospital premie ward brought him to 5% pounds and a healthy, active life by age 13.
A reader protests a November editorial criticizing teacher dedication. The writer argues many teachers are committed and accuses the piece of fostering pessimism that could sway school boards against essential youth programs.
R M Wheeler of Baldwinsville blasts the new no fault insurance rule for high rates and calls for reform. He argues the policy harms subscribers and says IQ tests for legislators are overdue.
Comment argues the county take over the mayor salary as with the library and proposed zoo, urging state help only if legislature raises John Mulroy and aligns with key staff pay. References ongoing political uproar and fiscal liability.
James Reston profiles the quiet work of federal disaster relief staff from the Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance. The piece notes typhoon damage in India, millions homeless in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, and the global relief network funded by Congress, private agencies, and corporations. It highlights early warning tech and the 1812 Venezuela earthquake relief, framing relief work as a core but often unseen pillar of American policy.
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