Spirit burns bright at Syracuse Olympic festival opening
Nearly 24 000 spectators filled Carrier Dome as John F. Mannion, Syracuse Organizing Committee chair, proclaimed the Olympic spirit alive in Syracuse New York. USA echoed from the crowd amid the pageantry and national anthem. The event highlighted by a full opening ceremonies program and photos.
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Syracuse
Carrier Dome
N.Y
Mannion
USA
Lake Placid
A Phota
Former pros to compete in Festival over USOC objections
Two former international track stars Steve Smith and Brian Oldfield won a preliminary injunction from New York State Supreme Court allowing their participation in the National Sports Festival. They will compete on the West squad with top finishers earning spots, while the USOC plans an appeal.
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Jim Kosciolek
Dale Kasler
America
United States Olympic Committee
Steve Smith
Brian Oldfield
USOC
State Supreme Court
William Roy
Syracuse
Roy
International Track Association
Spon
Baaron Pittenger
Richard Kline
Sunnycrest
Warmer Weather To Return After Cool Central New York Night
Central New York endured the coolest weather this month as temperatures fell to about 20 degrees below normal. A high pressure system is expected to bring warmer conditions tonight and tomorrow with a low near 60 and a high between 80 and 85. The New York daily numbers draw was 504 with a win 4 4683.
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New York
National Weather Service
Hancock Airport
Truce Ends Two Weeks of Bloodshed in Mideast
The United States announced an end to all hostile action between Lebanese and Israeli forces after two weeks of fighting that killed over 450 Arabs in Lebanon and six Israelis. A night raid by Israel and Palestinian rocket fire preceded a cease fire four hours later, with negotiations led by Lebanon and Saudi Arabia. The White House welcomed Habib’s announcement as hopeful for the region while the U S paused jet fighter deliveries.
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Associated Press
United States
Lebanon
Tel Aviv
Kiryat Shmona
Israel
Mordechai Zippori
Israel Radio
Saudi Arabia
U.S
White House
Habib
Mideast
U S says F 16 delivery to Israel not ready yet
Secretary Haig said the United States is not ready to deliver 10 F 16 fighters to Israel despite a cease fire with Palestinian guerrillas in Lebanon. He noted continued monitoring for hours or weeks ahead and questioned when shipments would resume.
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George Gedda Washington
Alexander M. Haig Jr
United States
Israel
Lebanon
Haig
Reagan
Women Join Firefighting Ranks In Volunteer Service
Empire Magazine profile by Wendy Dial profiles three single women and a 42 year old mother of 19 children who volunteer for firefighting. The article explains motivations and how the department welcomed them as help against dangerous, strenuous work. Emily Butterfield reports in The Herald American Lifestyle on Onondaga County Youth Fair projects including flowers, pets, recipes, and needlework prepared by youngsters for next week.
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Empire Magazine
Wendy Dial
The
Herald-American
Emily Butterfield
Onondaga County
Providential gift carillon funds church in Oswego County
In a unusual cross path, Rev Robert J Brennan of St Marys Star of the Sea in Oswego County sought funds for a 7600 carillon. NY stockbroker Robert F Brennan, matching names and family ties, donated after a serendipitous letter exchange. Carillon dedication set for Aug 23.
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Robert J. Brennan
Robert F. Brennan
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St. Mary's Star of the Sea
New York City
Oswego County
Upstate
New York
Matching Gift
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Emmett
Agnes
Milwaukee
Order of St. Camillus
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