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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1979
Page
10
In the first issue of Herald dated January 13, 1877 Arthur Jenkins pledges to ignore party politics and pursue an independent course. He states the newspaper will discuss public questions and support men and measures best for the people's interests.
The pope's visit shows faith thriving beyond state limits as East and Central European Christians gather in Krakow and Silesia. Delegations from Czechoslovakia, East Germany, and Hungary greet him, while governments limit coverage. He recalls Auschwitz's commandment and calls for peace as observers note rising church influence in Poland, Hungary, and East Germany amid pressures.
A writer argues against an agency shop stance, asserting taxes fund common benefits, labor and nonmembers must be equally represented by law, and the Taylor Law should preserve neutral collective bargaining rather than unilateral bargaining. A separate memory passage reflects on parental roles and past joys.
Theodore Pierson of Syracuse warns Senators Warren M. Anderson Martin Auer and Tarky Lombardi that Gov Carey and Democratic leaders may push agency shop bills A6748 in the Assembly and S5458 in the Senate at a midnight session. He argues state employees would be forced to pay union dues even if they oppose unions and cites the prison guards strike as an example of public disruption. Pierson urges no passage and urges constituents to oppose the move.
Greece enters the Common Market prompting questions about influence and trade. Athens once relied on public relations spin to charm officials while British firms face downturns. A local shop in Sparta reports no treacle sales as a symbolic setback.
The Supreme Court rules 7 to 2 that veterans preference in government hiring does not violate the Constitution, upholding Massachusetts absolute lifetime preference and rejecting claims it discriminates against women. It urges Congress to limit benefits to Vietnam War graduates and phase out WWII and Korean War veteran advantages. The speaker asserts past views on the Kennedy health plan were incorrect.
Our girl It must be the weather. Year in and year out our spellers rate high among the nations best. Maria Genecco a 10 year old fifth grader at St Cecilia's School in Sol vay was the youngest speller left after the first day's rounds and finished in the No 4 spot. Of all the millions of youngsters in the United States who began this year's spelldowns in their own individual schools Maria was fourth best. That's a superb accomplishment for any girl or boy. For one who is still two years away from being a teenager it's simply amazing.
A daughter dedicates a poem to her father on his birthday or special day. She recalls his sayings about manners, proper speech, table etiquette, toothpaste, tires and wheels, and eating right. The piece reflects loving memory and a humorous look at parental guidance.
Joanne Butler dismisses Milton J. Baker’s June 3 letter arguing against the execution of John Spenkelink. Butler says due process does not require communication with a condemned mother and that punishment is not the aim, population protection is. She rejects comparing executions to genocide of the elderly.
The letter urges grounding all senators, congressmen, and columnists for a month to ensure safety, urging careful checks for loose bolts and nuts. James Reston’s June 1 Herald-Journal remark on total silence is echoed, ending with a prayerful Amen and the signature Michael A. Stinziano.
Jamesville clergy denounce last week’s vandalism with clear anti Jewish and Nazi overtones. They urge citizens to oppose such acts and condemn humor at others’ expense. Leaders Reverend Gary Bergh Prescott Launrie and Monsignor William Taylor call for teaching children respect for diversity and unity under a shared Creator.
Albany report says Gov. Hugh Carey shows interest in a Carter ticket. He has kept a low public profile, while aides leak stories of how beneficial a Carey choice could be. Morgado and aides press White House talks as Carter weighs Mondale and Kennedy dynamics.
A seventh grade Wellwood Middle School student from Fayetteville proposes enlarging the central park near the Erie Canal. The idea envisions extending the area into a large park for residents of Fayetteville Manlius and DeWitt to enjoy, with Teresa Debritz of Manlius endorsing it.
A reader in East Syracuse questions President Carter about why 7 percent inflation guidelines failed to curb oil price increases of 25 to 30 percent in a few months. The writer accuses the administration of inaction and jokes about the oil industry benefiting from the situation.
Amid energy shortages the stalled Amtrak program shows tentative life as rider demand and rail lobbying push for extended routes and higher funding. Congress debates funding levels while DOT pitches highway increases to offset rail costs, with long term planning and mail service revival among proposed measures.
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