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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1982
Page
3
Postal officials note rising first class mail and a thinner shopping crowd may reflect last year’s economy and the decimated workforce. The piece argues true Christmas value lies in family warmth, goodwill, and shared humanity, not cards or gifts, urging readers to keep giving hope and kindness.
The piece recalls Francis P. Church 1897 reply to Virginia O Hanlon about Santa Claus. It frames the famous New York Sun editorial as a lasting testament to faith, generosity, and belief amid cynicism. It notes the enduring resonance across eight decades and ties to the season’s spirit in journalism.
A late 20th century debate on Santa triggers psychology quotes about imagination. Dr David Kelley and Harvard's Robert Brooks defend childhood fantasy while critiques note potential harm from denying Santa. The piece cites Church and a Parents magazine interview, framing enduring cultural question.
The piece lampoons consultants paid by Legal Services Corp for aiding the poor, noting fees over 150000 and a tale of a consultant charging for advice. It quips that even the Lone Ranger would bill, urging readers to report suspected consulting and hoping to eradicate consultants.
A Syracuse resident proposes using City Blocks 210 and 211 for a low income housing development funded by federal dollars. The site, largely city owned and near shopping and transit, sits in Fourth Council District and could honor the late James P. McCarthy. The letter also cites local pay freezes, biblical debates, and a blood donor tax proposal as part of community concerns.
Ronnie Kelley argues that despite rallies against nuclear weapons, mass hunger persists as vast government food stores rot, urging marches to target famine rather than policy symbols during the season of giving.
A homeowner laments theft of Christmas lights, apologizes for the tone of the note, and extends a Merry Christmas to the thief or thieves in a terse public message seeking return or acknowledgment. The brief text blames intruders for stealing holiday decorations and expresses disappointment rather than anger.
The text discusses the Bible's prophetic tradition and interpretation. It asserts the Bible is man written while God inspired, and places natural law as the direct divine mandate that precedes and transcends Scripture. True peace requires unconditional acceptance of natural law.
A critical note questions the recent pay raise for Lee Alexander and accuses him of open silence and greed. It cites Syracuse teachers fired amid economic woes and urges him to explain to affected families how the decision aligns with American ideals of justice and fairness.
Rose Lombard thanks the staff at Crouse Irving Memorial Hospital for handling a December 15 fire drill that turned real, praising the 5th floor waiting area team for calming expertise and preventing panic during the incident.
Melvin Neeyman of Syracuse voices dismay at WCNY-FM plan to drop jazz from its 24 hour format starting January 1. He argues jazz is a serious art form with limited local radio access and praises other civic efforts, noting support from Red Cross and local education leaders.
Donors expressed excitement as the Radisson community hosted a Dec 19 Gift of Life bloodmobile. The Red Cross collected 112 units to aid hospitals during the holiday season, with support from Night Stalkers Baldwinsville Troop 114 Chestnut Ridge Health Center local churches and area businesses assisting patients in need. Clarence Bennett’s open heart surgery inspired donors to participate.
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