Why Hikes Gas Prices Despite Ample Supply
In Our Opinion the API notes gasoline inventories remain ample with modest declines in demand, plus ready refinery capacity. Yet neighborhood gas prices rise a penny or two as Libya Nigeria and Iran pressure the market and OPEC remains unsettled, while consumers buy fuel efficient cars and conserve.
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Institute
True love The IRS never apologizes for love claims
A brief satirical note suggests the IRS trusts in love and implies it never needs to apologize for proclaiming affection, framing tax authority rhetoric in playful terms.
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IRS
Loving parent urges children to learn life lessons from news
A letter to the editor responds to a Herald American Life feature on smokeless tobacco, defending parental guidance while noting rising product use. The writer argues newspapers reflect society, not promote harmful habits, and urges parents to broaden their children's reading beyond quick radio or TV content to informed decision making.
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Herald American
Aftermath of ERA defeat sparks mixed celebration
The excerpt mocks anti ERA victory while projecting social shifts. It ridicules busing, finishing schools, and gender norms amid champagne revelry. It hints at economic deals and consumer incentives. It mentions Sandra Day O Connor’s image being displayed in offices.
In Your Opinion Don’t Make Some Mistake
A Syracuse reader shares a personal story of a teen pregnancy, abortion, and ongoing guilt after a breakup. The writer emphasizes gratitude for a healthy baby, mourning past choices, and urges learning from her experience to welcome unwanted children. The piece closes with a call from HEARTBROKEN, Syracuse, and TIMOTHY & GORMAN, Syracuse, urging leadership for a compassionate movement.
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Syracuse
Punish profiteers over plant closings and job losses
John A Barr calls for action against Smith Corona and GE plant closures in Groton and elsewhere. He urges unions and officials to stop profits at employee expense and proposes that if a company moves production overseas it must pay employees up to ten years full salary and medical coverage.
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Smith Corona
Groton
U.S
John A. Barr
Syracuse
Count blessings and jobs in the weapons debate
Richard M. Gerhard argues against David Lapilla Jr on the nuclear weapons sector. He invokes Eisenhower on warfare costs and cites a 1979 Machinists Union study showing civilian investment could create far more jobs than military spending, with teachers police and firemen boosting 30,000 jobs per billion versus 14,000 in defense shifts.
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David Lapilla Jr
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Lapilla
Machinists Union
Richard M. Gerhard
Liverpool
Remembering Ellen Leipzig and her enduring humanity
A sister mourns Ellen Leipzig, noting her patient heart and guiding hand for all people. Her legacy of solidarity and care remains aflame, inspiring ongoing acts of humanity beyond time.
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Ellen Leipzig
Respect for life in Burtchnell essay on abortion debate
The essay contrasts two views in the abortion controversy. Burtchnell argues the focus should be on respect for life at all levels of society and its justice rather than on adherents orientations. The work cites Rostand's belief that every life deserves defense with zeal and conviction.
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Rachel
James Tunstead Burtchnell
C.S.C
Jean Rostand
Burtchnell
Plan for schoolwide prayers across faiths proposed
Joanne Lavergne of Preble urges a government timed one minute prayer slot for each faith including Protestant Catholic Jewish Buddhist Muslim Unification Mormon Jehovahs Witness and Quaker silent prayer days to teach children respect for diverse religion and avoid offending any group.
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Gerry Falwell
Reagan
Joanne Susan Lavergne
Preble
Roused by Nerve of a Few Litterers and Drunk Drivers
A reader vents frustration at a few antisocial individuals whose actions cause broad nuisance. The letter condemns littering in barracks and in parking lots, unsafe driving after drinking, and the burden of dealership caps and deposits. He invokes rights and moral duty to restore safety and civility for families and community.
Flag display urged over July weekend
A letter appeals to residents to repledge allegiance and proudly fly the flag of the United States. It calls for solidarity with the younger generation and honors sacrifices made for liberty and justice for all.
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United States of America
Weather forecasters face backlash over holiday forecast failures
Paul Prolice Sr complains about inaccurate weather predictions from weather TV, radio and newspapers that spoiled Fourth of July plans. He urges forecasters to take a vacation on the Thousand Islands to understand how misinformation affects the public.
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Thousand Islands
Paul Prolince SR
Syracuse
A Little Leary Ignorance of the Law of Lawyers
A fragmentary item notes misunderstandings about lawyers and fee collection. The brief hints at confusion over legal professional duties and how fees are gathered amid limited readable details.
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