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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1997
Page
6
Arthur Jenkins founder states in the Herald’s January 15 1877 first issue that politics are set aside to discuss public questions and back those men and measures best for the people. This marks a civic oriented stance for the early newspaper.
A strong opposition urges lawmakers to vote against a casino referendum arguing state sanctioned gambling harms the economy and raises crime. Citing crime spikes in casino regions and increased problem gambling, the plea urges Central New York legislators to defeat the bill and warns voters will judge officials by their stance.
Ten Syracuse police officers became mentors at Blodgett Elementary, meeting 10 selected youngsters at a before school breakfast. Mentors plan to spend one hour weekly, as Partners For Education & Business coordinates a program that has trained 450 mentors in six years, encouraging adults to support children and learn from them. Call 448-1012 to become a mentor.
Helen Etherington and her husband donate 14000 for two 500 annual scholarships at Onondaga Community College to aid women returning to study after age 25. Etherington, a former OCC student and retired vice president, exemplifies giving back and inspiring others to support education.
Editorials defend class actions and criticize a Congress ban on Legal Services Corp using state and private grants for such suits. The piece cites tenants facing utility shutoffs, argues one suit is cheaper than 100, and questions Congress guidance on grant use, praising Legal Services of CNY. It ends with support for equal justice and notes leadership from Thomas Taylor and Dennis Kaufman.
Rick Olanoff urges opposing sides to set anger aside and pursue consensus on abortion. Proposes reducing abortions by better sex education, easier birth control access, and ending taboos, plus boosting adoptions through public success stories and ready families. Calls for nationwide meetings to explore these options.
Syracuse Jewish Federation leaders argue against simple solutions to Jerusalem’s status. They note Israeli control of holy sites and Jordanian heritage role, urging direct negotiations and adherence to peace accords to protect Jews Christians and Muslims alike.
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