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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1981
Page
9
Arthur Jenkins, founder, announces in the first Herald issue dated January 15, 1877 that the publication will pursue an independent path. He vows to discuss public questions and support men and measures deemed to advance the people’s best interests, regardless of party politics.
Gov. Hugh Carey opened the 1981 session with an optimistic State of the State emphasizing tax cuts and spending restraint. He proposes income tax indexing to cost of living, shifting Medicaid costs to the state, and trimming $500 million from individuals while boosting Medicaid, aiming for fiscal responsibility and steady growth.
Industry and government discuss a state owned hazardous waste refinery to handle 92 000 tons annually in Onondaga Madison and Oswego counties. The plan includes a 100 million plant near a stream with 200 jobs, site options in Madison Chenango Cortland and public monitoring to ensure safety.
Readers share thoughts on keeping the Christmas ethos of giving and peace throughout 1981, while editorials and sports coverage sparking debate. Letters praise Browns late wins and urge sharper, editoral-focused pages, with audience voices on John Lennon coverage and broader news priorities.
In Syracuse at 12:30 a.m. January 1, 1981, a disturbance erupted during New Year festivities at Four Choices restaurant. A singer began Bava Nagila, triggering a loud reaction and objects thrown at the band. The owner ordered the performance stopped claiming the piece was not allowed. The report attributes the discord to local Syrians, naming Gus and Jo Ronde of Liverpool.
Doris Mastrocola reports a Camillus supermarket mischarged her week of groceries by about 25 dollars after reconciling prices at home. She found produce charged 25.60 with two onions at 60 cents and says a second trip confirmed the error, with 25 dollars refunded.
A Chicago writer mocked Oakland’s 14 12 victory over the Browns calling it luck and praising Cleveland while a straight recap on page one noted the win and quotes from the Raider players. The back page opinion attacked Oakland and called the result undeserved.
Washington reacts to 1980 census showing U S growth concentrated in the South and West with 20 of 30 largest cities losing population. Eastern cities face fiscal strain, while policy urged to promote future industries and open employment rather than clinging to aging sectors.
Albany report notes Nassau GOP boss Joseph Margiotta indicted over steering insurance commissions to favored brokers. A bipartisan defense fund has raised at least $160,000 as rivals say such practices span decades in New York politics.
In a Washington preinaugural scene William Safire mocks the Sinatra party amid policy and propriety. Attorney General designate William French Smith defends his attendance while Reagan aides note concerns about mob connections. Reagan signals caution. Safire urges distancing from Sinatra references and calls for disclosure on the file.
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