Independent course pledge attributed to Arthur Jenkins
A quotation from Arthur Jenkins founder of In first site of Merald dated January 15, 1877, pledging to ignore party politics and discuss public questions while supporting men and measures advancing the people’s best interests.
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Arthur Jenkins
Merald
Peace on Earth
Christmas message celebrates peace as the world reflects on the season. It notes progress toward Arab Israeli accord in the Holy Land and cooperation in Southern Africa, with major powers seeking dialogue and Americans embracing goodwill and reason over violence.
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Jesus Christ
God
Brother
Holy Land
Israel
Africa
Marriage boom as New York extends pregnancy disability benefits
A New York Court of Appeals ruling requires all employers under the Human Rights Law to provide disability benefits for women who quit work to have children. Private employers after January 1 must also cover health insurance costs, boosting costs for Blue Cross and Blue Shield and for many insurers. Employers face higher payroll and medical costs as they must cover six to eight weeks off and medical expenses, while young couples are urged to marry and start families with employer-supported costs.
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New York Court of Appeals
New York
Court of Appeals
Charles D. Breitel
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Reality Life and cabinet critiques cross decades and borders
A collage of phrases places the Fords at a Vail check in with a clerk asking about reservations while noting a global hit in Iran, a year end mood, and George Meany finishing cabinet picks. It contrasts rapid cabinet formation with Brzezinski era imagery.
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Fords
Vail
George Meany
Centered Ambiguity Challenges Politicians’ Alignments
Politicians struggle to define their stance as the political center shifts monthly, leaving observers unsure whether leaders are left or right of center. The lack of a stable reference point complicates policy messaging and voter expectations amid fluid ideologies.
Bethlehem fields and the promise of peace in a war-torn world
A reflective essay set beside Bethlehem’s hills links the Christmas saga to modern conflict from Northern Ireland to Jerusalem. It argues wars stem from human concepts, not divine will, and urges repentance to realize a universal harmony within consciousness and daily life.
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Bethlehem
Phillips Brooks
Earth
Ireland
Lebanon
Jerusalem
Kingdom of Heaven
Holy Land
Star of Bethlehem
God
Christmas Day Hope Letter From Syracuse And Chittenango
A heartfelt Christmas letter from Syracuse signer John A. Clark and a closing note from THE SCOTTS of Chittenango offer comforting messages. They urge rejoice in faith, remind readers that God loves them, and describe keeping a Christmas vigil and the meaning beyond gifts.
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Buddy
Jesus
John A. Clark
Syracuse
Christmas light thefts hit Westvale homes again
In Westvale, Christmas thieves stole many exterior light bulbs on December 16, targeting lower bulbs while higher ones stayed. The writer notes this is the second consecutive year and laments unsupervised children and misplaced holiday cheer.
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Westvale
Generous acts brighten Christmas at Crouse Hospital
On December 17 five people lifted spirits on 6 South Irving Medical floor as a young Santa distributed candy funded from his own pocket. December 18 Hendricks Chapel members sang carols for patients, especially "Silent Night," prompting tears and gratitude for love and brotherhood.
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South Irving
Crouse Hospital
Hendricks Chapel
Editor Replies to Kennedy and King Inquiry Request
Edith Bystoddard of Syracuse objects to the House committees investigation seeking 6.5 million dollars. She says she has written Representatives Hanley and Walsh amid continuing complaints about the probe into the presidents Kennedy and King deaths.
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Kennedy
Martin Luther King
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Hanley
Walsh
Edith Bystoddard
Syracuse
Trees taken We have an outing every year around November.
A family outing tradition gathers children grandparents cousins brothers and their families every November for a group excursion and shared time together.
Defense secretary debate tainted by sleaze and partisan battles
Harold Brown’s nomination ends a sleazy, damaging fight that harmed three qualified figures and highlighted a broader struggle over defense missions. The piece argues the core issues are managerial, urging a reassessment of service roles amid a Soviet buildup and arms talks.
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Washington
Harold Brown
Defense
Donald Rumsfeld
James Schlesinger
Pentagon
Congress
White House
Russia
Carter
Brown
Air Force
Sec
Asst
Paul Warnke
Schlesinger
Democratic Party
Soviet Union
Warnke
Henry Kissinger
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