New chat lines lure teens into risky talks
A New York State piece describes teenagers using free chat lines with insults and sexual talk. Cases include a 33 year old jailed for statutory rape of three underage girls met via a chat line. Police report two men and five juveniles charged in Minnesota for rapes of girls met through chats. Ripple Communications operates chat lines in Syracuse and beyond, with charges routed through telecoms avoiding the caller's bill. Parents urge blocking numbers and seek regulatory action, while authorities consider legislation and commissions weigh in.
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Patient Bill of Rights fuels fall campaign clash
A battle brews between the Clinton administration and congressional leaders over a patient bill of rights for managed care. Senate Republicans block floor action as Democrats push protections requiring HMOs to disclose information, cover emergency care, and allow patient lawsuits for wrongly denied benefits. Public fear and HMO ad campaigns amplify the issue outside Washington.
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Save the Greyhound station and revive the downtown landmark
Syracuse writer Bill Kisselstein urges city action to condemn the Greyhound terminal building on Erie Boulevard and argues for restoration rather than demolition. He cites potential as office space, possible nonprofit use, and Historic Society involvement, noting the station is the last of its NY Central Railroad stops in Syracuse and could honor local history.
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Greyhound
Midtown Plaza
New York
Utica
E Union Station
Central
Syracuse
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Buffalo
Earlvale
Bill Kisselstein
Editorial critique of Pataki D'Amato funding gambit
A reader condemns politicians for restoring state funds after a veto. The piece accuses Gov George Pataki and Sen Al D Amato of cynical, election year generosity and accuses the newspaper of gullibility for praising their decisions to fund Syracuse Symphony and others.
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al D’amato
Syracuse Symphony
Pataki
Sunset for Buscaglia Ends a Life of Love and Teaching
Dr. Leo Buscaglia died of a heart attack at 74 in his Lake Tahoe home. Friends worldwide are asked to celebrate his life at sunset on Saturday by visiting the area’s most beautiful spot with a loved one or group and committing to perpetuate his legacy of love.
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Buscaglia.com
Pope John Paul viewed by critics and supporters alike
A reader letter argues influence of women on Pope John Paul II, defending his stance on priesthood and calling for clearer understanding of church doctrine. The writer cites Mary and Mother Teresa, claims Roemmelt misinterprets papal decisions, and urges respectful dialogue. A separate note complains downtown drivers ignore a no turn sign on Fayette and La Jina streets, urging enforcement.
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Roemmelt
Pope John
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Mary
Mother Teresa
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la Jina
Readers invited to submit letters to the editor
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