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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1982
Page
9
In Our Opinion the piece contrasts strong mayor and city manager systems in Syracuse and peers like Rochester Yonkers and Buffalo. It notes mayor Lee Alexander and other officials receive modest raises amid inflation and urges fair compensation to attract qualified leaders.
Syracuse auditors and city council members face raises as budgets strain. Auditor Roy Bernardi’s $26,713 salary could rise to $30,000 while council pay moves from $10,000 to $11,000. The piece urges regular review of pay structures to align with state and federal practices and to ensure fair, organized increases.
A reflective meditation on the arrival of winter and the December snow. The piece contrasts gray months with white freshness, noting children making angels, Santa, and winter scenes across country and city. It celebrates seasonal beauty while acknowledging hardships and heating concerns.
A satirical take on Latin American relations during Reagan’s visit criticizes Colombia as a pot supplier and mocks its leader. The piece notes Colombia’s role as a market pusher and imagines a pot planter singing God Bless America on his tractor while highlighting Barney Clark, recipient of an artificial heart, as a media darling whose medical expenses should be covered. The writer contrasts political posturing with pop culture commentary about Dallas and the spectacle of medical miracles.
Appalled Syracuse reader argues for allowing Salvation Army bell ringers at malls and stores, praising the charity's year round work to feed and clothe the destitute and asking shoppers to support the organization. The letter contrasts this with anti-freeze rhetoric and accuses critics of praising weapons instead. Charles Roberts from Canastota adds a separate view on nuclear deterrence and perceived peace movement links to Soviet influences.
December’s wintry jewel warms Syracuse as the Redeemer is promised and Menorah candles greet Hanukkah. Joyful hallelujah swells in a festive, convivial celebration led by Julia A. Pinkasewicz.
Kathleen Burchell notes confusion over the Onondaga Resource Recovery Agency's formation. She questions its power and the legality of contracts. She observes no official meetings or agency action yet and cites split views among legislators on future participation and rubber stamping.
A frustrated driver salutes the State Tower Parking Garage staff after finding a wallet left in a car seat untouched. The November 29 note credits honest employees with preserving the wallet and enabling holiday shopping, signed by a grateful, satisfied customer.
An opinion piece discusses the December 5 origin of the atomic bomb and cites scientists skeptical of nuclear proliferation. The author counters the nuclear freeze stance, arguing it overlooks a key factor as Soviet Russia engages in nuclear talk.
The letter argues a US loan approach to Social Security funding is prudent. It questions loans to foreign countries and urges immediate, domestic funding to protect elderly and disabled benefits, criticizing President Reagan and investigative committees for not prioritizing Social Security.
Re the Eiris and John Sobecki assess Ai King's claim about the creator Jehovah as named in Exodus 6:3. Moses records the four letter tetragrammaton, Je hovah or Yahweh, with references to dictionaries. King warns that natural disasters like earthquakes eruptions tornadoes and floods could overwhelm human weapons and fulfill Revelation 11 18. HLL SWEENEY.
Reverend Ron Rice of Marietta denounces a proposed five cent per gallon federal gas tax as unfair and unnecessary. He argues it harms drivers and raises living costs, urging cuts to energy and education departments and withdrawals from the United Nations.
Air Force Major Sonja McDaniel stationed off Portugal joins Joy germs as a nurse eager to spread a helpful contagious germ. She notes loneliness away from home during holidays and requests greetings via Herald Journal readers. Send cards to Major Joygerm Sonja McDaniel PSC Box 589 APO New York 09406. JOYGERM JOAN E. WHITE editor reminds readers to remember all service people away for holidays.
A parent writes that loving the person is possible but disapproving of the lifestyle, arguing that homosexual relationships are imitations of heterosexual ones. The author asserts such life choices are a lie and cannot bring peace, while citing Christian belief that Jesus offers freedom.
A nostalgic Christmas reflection celebrating the holiday as Christ's birthday and a season of gratitude. The piece highlights candy canes and ribbon candy, snow, togetherness, giving, caring, and joy. It names Santa Claus, Frosty, Rudolph, and a desire to share the day with a special someone. It also honors essential workers and the festive home scene with lights and ornaments.
A fragmented note suggests a small group or individual named Seary Gest aims to teach value to others. The readable text hints at instruction or guidance, but lacks clear details on participants, location, or outcomes. Further context would clarify the event or program described.
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