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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1980
Page
3
The first issue of the Herald dated January 15, 1877 features founder Arthur Jenkins stating a nonpartisan approach. He commits to discussing public questions and backing men and measures deemed best for the people's interests.
More than a century after Congress passed the General Mining Law to spur westward expansion and mineral development, modern mining giants now stake vast deposits by satellite and helicopter. Rio Tinto Zinc through U S Borax Corp. claims a seven billion dollar Alaska molybdenum deposit under the 1872 law, while Secretary Cecil D Andrus seeks reform amid growing challenges.
Alaska holds major oil and mineral claims with Arco's copper unit among the largest on the Brooks Range south slope. Congress debates expanding public land controls but the long term fate may hinge on the 1872 Mining Act rather than the Alaska Land Bill.
A humorous valedictory style note from a student to his mother and father. He thanks them for funding his Harvard education and recalls a four year romp of mock intellects and inside jokes. The piece lampoons misread signage and college jargon while celebrating the upcoming move into a Wall Street career.
Peru returned to civilian rule with Fernando Belaunde Terry, aiming to create one million jobs in two years and boost domestic production amid high oil wealth and a drought driven rural-urban shift. Inflation remains near 40 percent as austerity cuts wages, sparking unemployment and peasant migration to Lima, while fears of leftist labor unrest loom.
An analysis argues Moscow's Afghan intervention weakened the USSR, comparing it to Hungary 1956 and Czechoslovakia 1968. It links appeasement charges against Western leaders to how Britain and France enabled Hitler by allowing early violations, then endorsing gradual expansion that culminated in war.
The piece discusses Munich 1938 yielding to Hitler and the term appeasement, noting each concession strengthened him while others weakened. It contrasts Soviet actions with Western policies, cites Giscard d Estaing and Schmidt urging open talks with Moscow, and questions possible exits from Afghanistan while seeking better ideas.
Ben's Shrimp House manager Tom Polizzi recalls a minor cash only dispute with youths who threatened to pay by check. City inspectors then visited over time, raising suspicions of political pressure and clout from Mayor Byrne's circle involving Steve McMullen and Nathaniel Reed. The piece lampoons use of inspectors as political tools and ends with a sharp jab at Jay McMullen.
A playful hint suggests split vacations with one partner visiting Europe and the other traveling to the Far East. The quip presents a lighthearted approach to choosing dream destinations without detailing plans or dates.
A Bridgeport resident vented frustration over last year’s Sting operation. The writer claims police paid three men to confront her husband at home, notes the husband’s conspiracy and possession charges led to probation, and questions why the press highlighted the arrest while omitting disposition. She cites a 15 year old’s probation and alleges media bias.
Peter DelGiorno, chairman of this year's Heart Association Bike-a-Thon in Syracuse, thanks 646 riders and area supporters for raising a record 28252 dollars. He credits volunteers, businesses, employee groups, amateur radio operators, and sponsors for the event's success.
Erin Byrnes of Fayetteville expresses dismay that nothing more can be done for the hostages and urges the United States to pursue renewed action, highlighting the daily anguish felt by families and friends awaiting progress.
Phyllis Anne Sessler of the Right to Life Party argues that Latin fetus means offspring and urges doctors and abortion supporters to value all pregnant women and their unborn children equally, calling for fairness and protection for every pregnancy.
A letter thanks the unnamed gentleman who responded to a call about tall grass at West Fayette and Schuyler Streets. The grass was cut June 10, improving visibility at the intersection. Veronica Stepien signs the note.
Richard D. Wilkins notes calls forSamir Ashkar to inform Israeli authorities if he knows the attackers identities while warning against definitive nationality claims. He cites Begin government condemnation and alleges PLO threats to mayors, with plans to reactivate Jordanian bases despite King Hussein.
A reader urges media to use correct titles such as police officers and sheriff deputies instead of the slang term cops. The note cites respect for law enforcement and mentions DeWitt resident Edward A. Edwards as a signer.
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