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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1972
Page
12
Arthur Jenkins, founder, states in the first Herald issue dated January 15, 1877 that they will pursue an independent course, ignore party politics, and discuss public questions while supporting men and measures best for the people. The remark frames the paper’s nonpartisan mission and public interest focus.
District Attorney Leo F Hayes opposes removing criminal penalties for possession and private use of marijuana arguing risks to youth and potential brain harm. He questions sources of legalized supply and supports stricter controls. The City hosts a public hearing on outdoor noise from construction, business and industry on Jan 8 at the State Office Building, with sessions at 1 pm and 7 pm. residents urged to attend and complain.
The editorial questions legalization of marijuana and who supports it, arguing it endangers youth health. It notes the First International Conference on Organic Methods in San Francisco and critiques organic diet trends. It also cites Family Economics Bureau data on high alcohol expenditures, comparing current per capita and 1890s consumption to show little progress against alcohol use.
The Herald Journal presents a view urging controlled development near wilderness lands. It argues private lands could host second homes under strict pollution and aesthetic regulations, countering the notion that developers seek only profit. It defends the American dream and free enterprise as drivers of innovation.
Henry Stafford of Dewitt urges recognition of a public need for recreation land for 36 000 families waiting to buy second home lots. He describes emotional moments of buyers kissing the ground and argues people have a right to own a share of the outdoors through the development plan.
In a letter to the Herald Journal Joyce Gardner of Syracuse urges moving the Everson scholastic art show from the basement to a larger area to allow public viewing beyond winners and accommodate busloads of children. She suggests hosting at a fairground building if needed to reduce crowding and improve access.
Anthony Czaja voices protest against televised ridiculing of Catholic priests and nuns on Laugh-In and other programs demanding respectful treatment of religious figures.
Mrs. G. B. Chamberlain of Baldwinsville commends a December 24 Herald Journal piece by John Barbour as a human story reflecting life in any city. It contrasts busy gift buying with concern for the fortunate and the less fortunate, urging kindness to reduce tragedy.
Joseph Kr afe argues inside the FBI Gray defies Hoover mold by appointing a young staff, promoting openness, and courting critics while facing claims of unprofessionalism and political influence. The piece notes morale concerns and calls for scrutiny by senators like John McClellan.
Albany AP reports State Comptroller Arthur Levitt shared a practical glossary of budgetary and accounting terms with new legislators. He illustrated terms with household analogies, including appropriation, deficiency appropriation, fund, interchange, and lapsed appropriation, to clarify state and local finances.
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