In Our Opinion Disgusting Cocaine Scene
A sharp editorial targets high end drug culture and the cocaine trade in Central New York. It links cocaine use to hepatitis outbreaks in Rochester Syracuse and Cortland and warns about contaminants and health risks. It cites Len Bias and Don Rogers deaths to illustrate dangers and urges readers to avoid adulterated drugs and unsafe practices.
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Jack
New York
Monroe County
Centers For Disease Control
Atlanta
Rochester
Syracuse
Cortland
The
Post-Standard
Third World Nations
Consumer Protection Department
Better Business Bureau
Maryland
Len Bias
Cleveland Browns
Don Rogers
Veto Call on Ethics in Government Act Raises Debate
The Justice Department urges President Reagan to veto extending the Ethics in Government Act arguing it creates overreaching independent counsels. Assistant Attorney General Bolton says the act is unconstitutional and prosecutors lack review while critics say the push targets corruption in the Reagan era.
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Justice Department
Reagan
John Bolton
Bolton
Michael Deaver
White House
Honcho
Ed Meese
Bronx
Iran-Central
Lawrence Walsh
Walsh
Oliver North
Iran
Ronald Reagan
Administration
Richard Nixon
Archibald Cox
American Bar Association
North
Denver
Chamber Seeks Support as Empire State Games Highlight Syracuse
Gary MacLachlan of Onondaga County praises the Greater Syracuse Chamber of Commerce for sports promotion including Empire State Games and the Syracuse Spare Corporation. The letter argues funding and plans will boost tourism, hotel occupancy, and economic impact for the region.
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Jim O'Connor
Greater Syracuse Chamber of Commerce
Syracuse
Buffalo Chamber
Jo Shultz
Jim
Chamber
Syracuse Spare Corporation
New York State
Buffalo
Gary Maclachlan
Parks and Recreation
Onondaga County
Caring friends honor late Ray Baker after illness
A widow thanks family and friends for three months of support after the death of her husband Ray Baker, 56 years married. She notes visits, funeral home calls, flowers, food, and a $1,000 contribution to the James V. Capone Memorial Scholarship Fund in Ray's memory, and expresses appreciation for cards and sympathy.
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Ray Baker
Bis
James V. Capone
Ray
Chile
Ray Dur
Outright war leaves US in damned if we do stance
The United States finds itself in a tight bind with enemies pressing challenges. Policy makers face limited options and risky choices as global tensions unfold, leaving the nation balancing deterrence and diplomacy amid mounting pressure.
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United States
Medics Honored After Fatal Heart Incident Near Salt Springs
The Morris Nissenbaum family thanks Eastern Ambulance and three fire medic rescue teams for their care after a fatal coronary Sunday around 3 p.m. near Salt Springs Road and East Avenue at a friend's home.
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Salt Springs Road
East Avenue
Fire Medico
Morris Nissenbaum
Syracuse
Advice for the Class of 1987 and a bishop’s praise
A heartfelt message urging graduates to face future challenges with faith and courage. It emphasizes using God given talents, maintaining compassion, and persevering through trials. The text then shifts to praise for Auxiliary Bishop Thomas Costello, praising his dynamic preaching and warm nature, with Gregory J. Furco endorsing Costello as a strong church leader.
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God
Thomas Costello
Syracuse
Bishop Costello
Bi Harrison
Gregory J. Furcq
Paroled rapist removed after protest at apartment
Lawrence Singleton, paroled after eight years of a 14 year sentence for raping a 15 year old runaway, was moved from an apartment as about 400 residents surrounded the building to object to his permanent placement. A resident condemned the parole and called for harsher punishment.
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Lawrence Singleton
Singleton
Letters for Publication Policy and Signing Rules
The Herald-Journal and Herald American invite unsigned letters on public issues but require signatures for publication. The paper may edit letters for length while preserving the writer's point of view and may withhold identity if justified. Signed letters are preferred and space limits may prevent publication of all submissions.
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Herald-Journal
Herald American
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