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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1982
Page
1
National Weather Service forecaster at Hancock Airport predicts one to two inches of snow mainly north of the Thruway with squall areas likely. Lows near zero tonight and mostly cloudy tomorrow with highs in the teens.
Fire at the Ohio Masonic Home in Springfield caused a hospital wing to burn early today. Authorities say five people were seriously injured and at least 20 others were taken to hospitals as 80 firefighters battled the blaze and worked to enter the building.
Washington reports President Reagan inviting House Republican leaders to discuss the possible 1983 and 1984 tax increases. In Jerusalem, Reagan sent a friendly letter to Prime Minister Begin as Begin sharpens Israel's stance on Palestinian autonomy before Haig's Thursday visit. In Albany, the daily numbers game drew the winning number 7.
Reader question centers on whether to spend 20 cents for mailing. The item notes ongoing discussion and uncertainty about the decision, with emphasis on potential costs and benefits for senders and receivers.
Central New Yorkers endure the harshest winter weather with subzero wind chills, snow squalls, and travel hazards. Winds 20 to 30 mph expected to fall to 10 to 20 mph tonight as temperatures dip to near zero. Hospitals report frostbite and hypothermia cases. Red Cross appeals for blood donations after a canceled mobile drive. Police and highway crews manage accidents and road conditions amid persistent snowfall.
An Arctic cold snap killed at least 27 people and left about 100000 without power in 10 states while 7 million endured outages. Beulah North Carolina logged 109 below wind chill as Buffalo saw heavy snow. National Guard aided by pulling residents from heatless homes. Temperatures plunged to near record lows in Atlanta Birmingham and Houston with continued frigid conditions and school closures.
Haig failed to win wide support for joint sanctions, calling Polish reforms cosmetic. He urged a clear condemnation of the December crackdown and Soviet responsibility, while allies signaled limited appetite for immediate action as Italy hinted at targeted sanctions in communications, transport, and finance.
Western New York faced a brutal blizzard with 40 mph winds and up to 20 inches of snow. Hundreds of schools offices and businesses closed while 18 people and two dogs were rescued from stranded cars on the Skyway. The Thruway was shut from Rochester to the PA border and officials urged no unnecessary travel. The Greater Buffalo International Airport reported 20 inches of snow as lake effect conditions persisted with wind chills near 60 below zero. Mayor James Griffin closed City Hall and urged restraint while no emergency was declared.
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