17 Jul 1981
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1981
Page
1
Central New Yorkers may see higher humidity and a chance of showers as a weak ridge moves off the Atlantic. Tomorrow should be sunny with a near 85 degree high. Light variable winds and a 20 percent shower chance. Sunday to Tuesday mostly partly cloudy with highs in the 80s and nightly lows in the 60s.
Washington AP reports the Justice Department warns that postal workers who walk off when the contract expires at midnight face criminal charges. The statement mirrors Postmaster General Bolger stance and cites a law barring federal employee strikes to prevent walkouts and punishment.
Barbara Shelly profiles Mrs. Robertson, descendant of the commune founder, detailing efforts to preserve the Oneida spirit and the Bible community group that built one of the world’s largest silverware firms. Emily Butterfield surveys energy from old water mills, Joanne Dennis highlights a Girl Scouts water opportunity, and Rebecca Shultz examines women and technology. The New York daily numbers draw 943.
A lighthearted quip on dieting and social pressure. The line plays on a nodding gesture to imply agreement and a growing chorus of choices, humorously suggesting a consensus to diet without specifics or context.
Reported at least 50 killed with claims of over 100 dead in the aerial and naval assault on Beirut and southern Lebanon. Israel targets Palestinian guerrilla headquarters in Beirut and hits Damour and Saadiyat, while clashes and casualties spread through Sabra and Chatila camps.
Vernon man Jerry Blair in his mid-20s fired a .22 caliber rifle from behind the Mason Jar Restaurant, held police at bay for hours, and prompted a state police helicopter response. No injuries reported as Blair surrendered. police surrounded the area with about 25 officers present.
Pop balladeer Harry Chapin known for Taxi and Cat's in the Cradle dies at 38 after a Long Island Expressway crash. He was a social worker songwriter who helped Syracuse landmarks and many charities. He died at Nassau County Medical Center after a tractor trailer struck his car in flames.
Officials from Canada and the United States say dioxin levels in Lake Ontario sport fish are not high enough to justify a consumption ban. The Globe and Mail cites unnamed Canadian sources. New York officials await formal word as Ottawa meetings wrap up.
The week long National Sports Festival opens with ceremonies Thursday at the Carrier Dome. Sunday’s Herald American publishes a 36 page festival preview with event details rosters schedules and local impact. Call 470-0050 to reserve a copy.
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