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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1983
Page
9
In Our Opinion Watt: Interior secretary James Watt’s outspoken style draws attention and controversy. The piece notes his abrasive remarks offend broad political and social groups and questions the impact of his explanations as his term unfolds.
A clipped reflection notes Senate letters warning about a nine thousand one hundred thirty seven dollar pay raise for House members while senators receive no mention. It warns of past proposals to curb speech income, critiques Interior Secretary Watt over Indian reservations and urban relocation plans, and questions executive authority.
Madison County entered Capital District OTB with projections as high as 336000 in year one but actual figures lag. Officials reported future payments to state and tracks cut profits, while a weak economy and betting slump trimmed income to about 200000. The funds support a planned county jail, with delays possible. Onondaga County also resisted OTB, noting promises outpace reality.
A friend stopped smoking the day before a sharp price rise. Some say he quit just in time, he says he quit in the nicotine.
A letter asserts local bus drivers and mechanics, most district residents, are preserving safe service and jobs by supporting petitions. It contrasts local workers with out of district firms, urges signing to protect transportation and tax dollars, and highlights Jaycees community involvement.
A reader criticizes a proposed flat rate tax as unfair to middle income earners. The note questions congressional raises and perks, accusing lawmakers of self dealing while economic hardship affects constituents. The writer urges a sharp rebuke of both the tax plan and the lawmakers’ privileges.
A neighbor in Liverpool writes that privately owned protection dogs injure thousands and cause over a hundred deaths annually nationwide. He claims these animals intrude into homes and families, disrupt dinners and intimate moments, and provoke constant barking and backyard barriers.
LIAM MAHONY of Syracuse notes a front page piece mis locates Mahopac in Westchester. He points out the article correctly places the big red barn in Mahopac but suggests Putnam residents would be surprised by claims of secession to Westchester.
Reader praises the cast of the photocall hot show A Dream to Remember at the Landmark. The note recalls vaudeville memories and asks for future chances to perform again, possibly in New York City.
During U.S. Jaycee Week the Syracuse Jaycettes recognize the Jaycees and their community projects and events. Their service to the community spans more than a decade of leadership training and civic involvement.
Ronnie Kelley of Syracuse condemns the national gap between medical aid and government funding. He cites a Chicago child needing a liver transplant denied due to cost while the government reportedly spends vast sums to support dictators who commit rights violations.
A letter to The Herald Journal accuses Israel of racism and cites Zionist thinkers and Sharon's wartime terms to condemn U S aid. The authors warn that aid fuels illegal settlements and anti Arab sentiment, urging awareness of racist underpinnings behind American policy.
A reader expresses appreciation to the newspaper for Dick Case's article about Crossfire and the Handy Game Company. The note notes the public value of timely information and hints at a larger startup-related problem described in the piece.
In Friday's Herald Journal January 14 the writer agrees with Mayor Alexander's concerns about Congressman Wortley signing the letter to the National Conference of Catholic Bishops. The item communicates disapproval of that action and aligns with local political tensions.
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