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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1989
Page
4
The state Legislature approved sweeping smoking prohibitions to create smoke free spaces in schools arenas rest rooms banks and stores. Employers must offer smoke free options and most restaurants must provide non smoking areas. Violations carry fines up to 1000 proving a tough but necessary enforcement.
The piece praises Rep James Walsh for voting to override Bush’s veto on a minimum wage raise, noting the outcome leaves 4 million workers at $3.35 an hour. It criticizes inflation blame on workers and praises stock tax breaks, arguing the system widens the gap between rich and poor.
Juneteenth marks emancipation from 1865 for enslaved people in Texas and surrounding regions. Syracuse celebrated the day last year as abolitionists note the Underground Railroad link and ongoing pledge to prevent such oppression in America.
William Jennings president of Syracuse division 48 NS Foundation writes Channel 5 to commend its closed captioning on the local news. He notes the 35 member group and the broader deaf community in Central New York benefit from the service, acknowledging the high costs to set up and maintain. He contrasts Syracuse with larger areas still lacking such service.
Joyce E. Goike of Onondaga County Education and Libraries urges Sunday openings, arguing knowledge is priceless and public access should trump librarian convenience despite mixed pressures on modern schedules and enduring workload.
A reader objects to R J Reynolds in a letter alleging the company manipulates smokers and supports anti smoking campaigns. The sender condemns organized smoking groups and accuses the industry of profiting from smokers while ignoring their humanity.
A Syracuse motorist criticizes bicyclists for flouting traffic laws and red lights. The writer urges riders to use hand signals and follow rules to prevent dangerous situations and avoid hostile reactions from drivers and pedestrians.
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