Eckermann urged to persevere as school board president
Monsignor Charles H Eckermann says he is tired of the media debate over his Catholic priesthood affecting his role as Syracuse Board of Education president. He notes expected board policy is decided by seven members and praises his experience and service on the board.
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Charles H. Eckermann
Syracuse Board of Education
Persevere
Father Eckermann
John F. Kennedy
Eckermann
Priesthood not factor in school board post
The piece argues that Eckermann’s election to the school board should not be viewed through his priestly role. It emphasizes separation of church and state and states that democracy allows all, including religious leaders, to vote and hold office. It contends his primary duty while presiding over the board is to city school district business, not church leadership.
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Patricons
Eckermann
St. John the Baptist
Push for a fair campaign code in New York politics
Democratic Assemblyman Paul Harenberg and Whitney North Seymour Jr. push for a fair campaign code with teeth, arguing current tactics undermine democracy. The Onondaga County Fair Campaign Practices Board, overseen by the League of Women Voters, handled two notable cases last fall including a probe into alleged misleading advertising about a grant used by an incumbent.
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Paul Harenberg
Whitney North Seymour Jr
GOP
U.S. Senate
New York State
Harenberg
Onondaga County
Onondaga County Fair Campaign Practices Board
League of Women Voters
Fair Campaign Practices Board
New York eyes revival of strong fair campaign code
Commentary urges New York to revive a fair campaign code with court hearings and enforcement powers to deter deliberate misstatements in campaigns. It cites past board limits, prior elections, and constitutional hurdles, arguing voters need a clear standard to separate fact from fiction in races.
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Harenberg
Seymour
Mario Cuomo
U.S. Supreme Court
Dome aids concert goers with advance info and disabled access
Syracuse leaders urge patrons to call Carrier Dome for event details including parking and disabled access. The letter from Stephen Chase and Jean Greene notes information was shared with papers and urges future callers to obtain handicapped parking passes, gate access, and shuttle options at the Ticket Office for Kenny Rogers at the Dome.
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Jacqueline L. Merwin
Cleveland
Kenny Ogers
Carrier Dome
Kenny Rogers
Manley Field House
No Mystery Letter Challenges Dogma and Hypocrisy
FED UP of Camillus questions the accuracy of Immaculate Conception dogma and Catholic teachings. He urges born again Christians to act rather than sermonize, calling for humility and restraint about who is in darkness amid devout believers.
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Eleanor F. Heppell
Camillus
Ear for Jazz Opens Doors to Central New York Listeners
A Syracuse reader asks to join other enthusiasts in supporting jazz programs. He notes requests to add his name to lists for radio features and mentions Canadian programs and WEBR AM Buffalo offering Jazz in Night nine hours daily seven days. He hopes that America's art form will reach Central New York without denial.
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Syracuse
Rayiver
Canada
Buffalo
Webr-Am
New York
Fine carriers praised for prompt delivery in Syracuse area
A long overdue thank you note credits two carriers, Adam for the Post-Standard and Mark Hamernick for the Herald-Journal, for prompt reliable service. The message includes a personal sign-off from Charles Sawyer toward the Sawyer family in Syracuse.
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Adam
Post-Standard
Mark Hamernick
Herald-Journal
Couron
Charles Sawyer
Sawyers
Syracuse
Nutcracker Support Aids Syracuse Christmas Bureau
Applause to the Syracuse Symphony and Carrier Corporation for urging Nutcracker Suite ticket holders to bring new unwrapped toys. The Christmas Bureau, run by the Volunteer Center a United Way Agency, relies on such community support to provide gifts for families registered this year, with eligible families exceeding prior years.
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Syracuse Symphony and
Carrier Corporation
Volunteer Center
United Way
Stolen Car Recovered by Clay Police in Syracuse Case
A car stolen in Syracuse was recovered in Clay by the Clay Police Department. The suspect was arrested and charged. The writer commends the Clay Police for competence courtesy and proficiency.
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Syracuse
Clay
Clay Police Department
Giving Joy: The Real Meaning of Christmas
Kristen Catherall reminds readers that Christmas centers on giving rather than receiving. A memory of gifting a toy to a child shows that handmade or thoughtful items often mean more than expensive store bought presents.
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Kristen Catherall
Syracuse
Time of hope and peace for oppressed faiths in a holiday message
The Baha i community in Syracuse calls for reflection on religious freedom and human rights, urging prayers for persecuted groups in Iran and worldwide. The note highlights violence, imprisonment, and homelessness faced by Baha is in Iran and mentions care and love as essential.
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Iran
Norman C. Meagley SR
Syracuse
Love and loss in a Syracuse Home life story
A Syracuse resident reflects on years in Central New York health facilities, detailing independence once held, pain from an accident, and the deep need for love and family recognition amid life in nursing homes and assisted living. The speaker hopes Mr. Baker remembers that love is a precious emotion often absent in such settings.
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Syracuse Home Association
Baldwinsville
New York
Syracuse
Mr. Baker
Rubinstein’s Passing Ends Era Of Pianistic Virtuosity
The loss of Arthur Rubinstein marks the end of a nearly three-quarter century era of exceptional piano artistry. Many professional pianists credit him with redefining playing piano and guiding aspiring musicians. Syracuse audiences benefited from his gifts through Civic Morning Musicals and Murray Bernthall, with lasting gratitude to them and the performer.
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Arthur Rubinstein
Soong
Rubinstein
Syracuse
Murray Bernthall
TY Lombardo
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Stephen A. Rogers
Robert T. Hennessey
R. Gary Kruger
Jibe Fitpe
Pate
Symphony
Carrier
Stephen Chase
Jean Greene
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