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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1977
Page
4
The first issue of the Herald dated January 15, 1877 quotes Arthur Jenkins, founder, promising to discuss public questions and back men and measures advancing the people’s best interests, beyond party politics.
A practical guide to winter driving emphasizes snow tires, pace matching conditions, and avoiding overconfidence. It advises maintaining control on inclines, gentle braking during skids, and slowly moving out of snow or ice with straight wheels. The piece notes staying in the right lane, increasing stopping distance, adding rear weight with blocks, and carrying sand or litter, a shovel, and patience to prevent accidents.
A New York City woman sports writer sues the Yankees in federal court, alleging sex discrimination for being denied entry to the team locker room after World Series games. The piece argues locker rooms are not private clubs and notes the double standard in access.
Billy Carter claimed he did not care who won last year and said he could have earned just as much money as Gerald Ford's brother. He emphasized no strong political allegiance and highlighted potential earnings irrespective of the outcome.
A garbled newspaper masthead from Syracuse Herald Journal dated December 21 1977 lists staff roles and editors including Stephen Rogers publisher William Cotter editor Robert Hennessay advertising director and others with editorial and supervisory positions, plus circulation and advertising staff.
Surgeon Dr Philip Thorek warns New Year revelers that alcohol harms the liver and hangovers are a form of poisoning. He promotes moderation and the Tincture of Time to metabolize alcohol while noting fatty foods offer limited help. He jokes about triple martinis and olives as common hangover culprits.
Richard M. McKeon Jr urges readers to renew resolve on New Year’s Day by examining daily actions, emulating Alcoholics Anonymous recovery, and upholding Constitution ideals. He cites Vatican I and Kennedy’s 1963 Thanksgiving proclamation, stressing living by high principles rather than mere words.
Greek archaeologist Manolis Andronikos reports unearthing an intact tomb in Virgina near a large mound tied to Philip I. The chamber held a marble sarcophagus with royal remains and gold artifacts, suggesting royal status. Five ivory busts depict Philip, his parents, wife Olympiada, and son Alexander the Great.
A study outlines New Year celebrations around the world noting Jan 1 as common but detailing dates for Chinese Vietnamese Jewish Moslem Hindu and other calendars. It covers lunar solar timing Hebrew leap years Diwali Muharram and ancient origins from Babylonians Egyptians Greeks and Romans plus ritual traditions and the Masho of Burma customs.
Andrew M. Greeley argues against scientific dogmatism toward near death research by Moody and Kubler Ross. He urges rigorous inquiry, notes limits of proving survival, and urges open-minded yet cautious interpretation of preliminary national samples.
A book by Carlos Osis and Er Haraldsson reports dying patients’ visions often depict a guiding figure or relative from another world. Data from India and the U S show consistency across cultures, suggesting possible self deception but warranting further funded study. The author notes a .4 link between ecstatic experience and psychological well being, and between prayer and well being, challenging funding norms.
Ninth grade home economics students at Grant Junior High School heard Walter Massey discuss personal struggles with alcoholism. Students said the talk changed their views on drinking and stressed avoiding peer pressure to “be cool.” They urged Massey to reach more youth with firsthand insights.
John H. Chase of Liverpool urges Onondaga County to halt terminations of 14 probation officers replaced by less experienced staff who scored higher on an intelligence test. He questions judges families and unions and proposes a public, universal exam for all elected officials, selecting only the top scorers regardless of experience. He asks Mulroy to intervene or adopt the same testing regime.
Harold Frenk of Syracuse argues that starting wind power construction now would render the U S independent of oil and coal costs within years. He says wind is inexhaustible and free and notes the $150 billion moon program could have financed enough wind plants to greatly reduce heating and lighting expenses.
At the football banquet speakers included the Syracuse Orange quarterback signing autographs for attendees. Coaches Lamana and Halladay received remarks while Mr. Nelson Brown MCed, Father Manara gave benediction, and Father Dirghalli offered grace as the team reflected on a successful year and looked forward to another banquet and continued spirit.
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